Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’

About this episode

The episode discusses postpartum choices, the concept of 'Beta Mums', and parenting hacks while providing recommendations.

How soon is too soon to return to work after having a baby? Netballer Paige Hadley was back on the court ten weeks postpartum — and the internet had thoughts . Monique, Amelia, and Clare unpack why we all have so much to say about other women's postpartum choices. If you've ever given up on pairing the kids' sock or let them quit that extracurricular activity — you might be a 'Beta Mum'. We dive into why mums are rejecting the optimised parenting grind and whether it's a feminist revolution or just collective burnout. Plus, the low-key genius parenting hacks hiding in a Reddit thread, and this week's recommendations. Reccos Amelia recommends Celeste Barber's BOOIE Excellent BB Cream. And right now, it's $40 at Woolies. Monz is loving Bad Company on the ABC, if you love Fisk, Utopia or Australian comedy, this is your show.  Clare   recommends Smocks by Little Chomps to protect your little one's clothes every meal time. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of  Parenting Out Loud The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are…

People in this episode

Hosts: Monique, Amelia, Clare

Topics covered

• postpartum choices
• parenting styles
• feminism
• collective burnout
• parenting hacks
• recommendations

Keywords

• Beta Mum
• postpartum
• parenting
• feminism
• parenting hacks
• recommendations
• collective burnout

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Woolies

Products: Celeste Barber's BOOIE Excellent BB Cream, Smocks by Little Chomps

Books & works: Bad Company, Fisk, Utopia, Australian comedy

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