Parenting Out Loud

A Celebrity’s Secret Children & The Dark Side Of An 'It' Toy

July 3, 2026·40 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Can a celebrity really keep their family a secret in 2026? One very famous parent is believed to have two children that most people don't even know exist, or do they? Plus, it's school holidays, which means one thing: Dad-cation season. But after we witnessed one father do absolutely nothing on a long-haul flight while his partner did everything, we need to ask... are we still having the same parenting conversation? And finally, remember all the dumb things you said before you had kids? Turns out, pre-parenthood you was absolutely delusional.&nbsp; SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media&nbsp; Reccos:&nbsp; Amelia recommends saying Mens World Cup instead of The World Cup&nbsp; Monz recommends her own Letters and Numbers Game Grace recommends Mini Zali Bags What To Listen To Next:&nbsp; Don't miss an episode of&nbsp;Parenting Out Loud The Birthday Post That Sparked A Sharenting Debate The Royal School Run Is Just Like Yours &amp; What Kids Think We Do All Day The One Word You Need To Stop Saying &amp; Were 90s Mums 'All That'? 'Crying Cafes' &amp; A Mother-In-Law Red Flag Signs You&rsquo;re A Beta Mum &amp; How To &lsquo;Bounce Back&rsquo; The School Holiday Rule &amp; The Big Bluey Stuff Up The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets &amp; Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts&nbsp; What to read:&nbsp; 'I thought Toy Story 5 would be an easy family watch. It's a gut punch.' 'I've finally cracked the code to screen time, and it only took this one thing.' Think of the parents: 3 reasons taking your kid to playgrounds is an adult's worst nightmare. CLARE STEPHENS: A rude stranger, a note from a neighbour and the age of utter intolerance. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback!&nbsp;Send us a voice message&nbsp;or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au&nbsp; Join our Facebook group&nbsp;Mamamia Family&nbsp;to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram&nbsp;@mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester &amp; Grace Rouvray Video Editor: Julian Rosario Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe" rel="payment

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