This Glorious Mess

A few weeks ago, we dove into the topic of end-of-year overwhelm, and so many of you shared that you’re feeling exactly the same way! With endless to-do lists, days that feel too short, and barely a moment to breathe, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. That’s why we’ve put together some simple, practical hacks to help you reclaim your time. From clever apps to outsourcing tips and learning the art of letting go, we’re here to help you win back those precious hours in your week. Plus, Sarah Marie solves another of your dilemmas.   THE END BITS Gift a Mamamia subscription: Head here to give the best stuff for women. Got a message for Sarah Marie? We’re listening! Send us a voice message, email us at [email protected] We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. CREDITS: Host: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd and Sarah Marie Fahd Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why did former This Glorious Mess host Holly Wainwright take her 9yo to school in East Africa? Well, she was hoping that maybe they'd both come back a little more #grateful and a little less #whingey. On this bonus episode you'll here from Matilda and Holly and others they met along the way in Uganda about what happens when you really take your kid waaay out of their (and your!) comfort zone. Also, they were supporting the excellent work of Aussie non-profit School For Life who build sustainable schools in rural Uganda. Follow their link to learn more or to sponsor a child. CONTACT US Your host is Holly Wainwright  You can read more about Holly and Matilda's trip to Uganda here;https://www.mamamia.com.au/travelling-to-uganda-with-school-for-life/  If you'd like to get in contact with us, feel free to email [email protected]. This podcast was produced by Rachael Hart This Glorious Mess is a podcast by Mamamia. Explore more Mamamia podcasts: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you remember what your dream job was as a child? Maybe you imagined being a famous athlete, an astronaut, or a firefighter. For today’s guest, that dream wasn’t just a fantasy—it became her reality. Courtney started as a theatre kid, waiting eagerly for autographs at the stage door, dreaming of what it would be like to stand where her idols did. Years later, she made it happen. Courtney stepped into iconic roles like Anna in Frozen and Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked, along with countless other memorable performances on stage and screen. Her story is living proof that dreams don’t have to stay dreams—they can come true. You can read Courtney's full Little Love Story here.  You can see Courtney in Wicked and in Paper Dolls on Netflix.  THE END BITS  Tell us what you really think so we can give you more of what you really want. Fill out this survey and you’ll go in the running to win one of five $100 gift vouchers. Subscribe to Mamamia We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. CREDITS: Host & Producer: Grace Rouvray Guest: Courtney Monsma Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enter lazy gewl giveaways here! Mum guilt—it's something most of us have heard about. But what about Dad guilt? Does it exist? Annaliese and Tegan take a deep dive into their own experiences with Mum guilt, exploring where it stems from. To get the Dad perspective, they brought back resident dad Thom Lion to share whether dads feel the same weight of guilt. Plus, a few of Mamamia's own dads shared their honest take... The results might surprise you and definitely give you something to think about. THE END BITS Got a message for Sarah Marie or a song you want Thom to write? We’re listening! Send us a voice message, email us at [email protected] We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. CREDITS: Host: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd & Thom Lion Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.