#142 Jessie Stephens On Workplace Romance, Baby Highs And Prenatal Depression
Jessie Stephens fell in love at work with her boss’s son, Luca Levigne. What started as an office romance turned into a life together, and they now have a daughter, Luna, who is almost two. Jessie opens up about the spiciness of that early relationship, the reality of prenatal depression, and the pressure to “get everything done” before birth that left her feeling emotionally flat. BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE https://www.twodotingdads.com/category/all-products Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#141 WE HAVE BIG NEWS
If we tell you too much, we'll give it away! Just know that Ash is THRILLED. Matty J, too 😉 We also answer your questions: What are your top 3 naughty names? BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE https://www.twodotingdads.com/category/all-products Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#140 Two Ranting Parents
Remember when Ash was the reason why his father's car door was ripped apart and had to live with the consequences many years later? No? Well, his sister Beth does! Matty J and Ash demand that she come clean and explain what really happened almost 28 years ago. Meanwhile, Macy has hit another milestone, this time during swimming lessons. Her growing independence is making things extra difficult for Dad. Let's face it, children don't know what they want. Matty J shares how he tried to prevent Lola from drowning despite demanding to be left ALONE! We have a new segment! It's called Par-RANT, where Matty J and Ash hear your parent rants. We also answer your questions: What are your top kid's songs? What's the longest you've gone without washing your kids? BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE https://www.twodotingdads.com/category/all-products Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#139 Dad With Millions Of Followers Shares His Sobriety Journey
Ben Tate may just be the biggest social media dad we’ve had on the pod. You probably know him as one-half of Ben and Zara, the father-daughter duo behind those viral lip-sync videos. However, behind the fun and fame lies a pretty wild story. Ben grew up in the entertainment world, acting in ads and TV shows. He lived life on unpredictable schedules and short-term contracts. That was all fine... until the birth of his daughter Zara nearly nine years ago. Her arrival came with a dramatic birth story and a major wake-up call, one that forced Ben to step away from something that was quietly pulling his life off course. For anyone struggling with addiction or seeking support, here are some helpful resources in Australia: Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF): Offers information, advice, and services to help with addiction recovery. Website: adf.org.au Beyond Blue: Provides support for mental health issues, often linked with addiction. Helpline: 1300 22 4636 Website: beyondblue.org.au Lifeline: Offers crisis support for individuals in need. Helpline: 13 11 14 Website: lifeline.org.au Each organisation offers resources, hotlines, and guidance on seeking help and managing recovery. Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#138 Guilty Until Proven Otherwise
How do you know that you're "getting on"? Some say grey spotting, perhaps rickety knees, but for Matty J and Ash...it's a hairy butt-crack. This week, it's Marlie-Mae's turn to run the cross-country, and she's not keen. Her father gives her a pep-talk that his very own mother used to give him when he was Marlie's age. What's the most you'll pay for school uniforms? Matty J makes a rookie move after being upsold at the local uniform shop. Ash has had ANOTHER flashback, and there is a twist that no one could have predicted. And Miss Macy has hit a new milestone and may as well be ready to move out. We also answer your questions: What are the worst gifts you can give your child? BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE https://www.twodotingdads.com/category/all-products Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two Doting Dads is a podcast series that follows the parenting escapades of two good mates, Matty J and Ash Wicks. Like all good modern relationships, they met on Instagram and instantly bonded over the fact that they were both sleep-deprived Dads doing their best to dote over their two children. They share a very laid-back style to parenting, they don't pretend to be experts and they celebrate every single parenting mishap (which there are plenty). If you're listening for parenting advice, you've come to the wrong podcast.
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