The Daylight Savings Headf*ck
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The hosts—triplet mums Sophie, Kate, and Amy—dive into the chaotic aftermath of daylight savings time, sharing their personal struggles with sleep disruption and their kids' early wake-ups. They reveal their pre-emptive strategies, including gradually shifting bedtimes and a deliberate dinner party to delay bedtime, which surprisingly worked. The episode takes a playful turn when they reveal that Dr. Golly (Daniel Gottlieb), a sleep expert they’ve been teasing on Instagram, has finally responded to their jokes—leading to a lighthearted, self-aware panic about an upcoming in-person interview. The conversation then shifts to the pressure of creating 'magical' childhoods, questioning whether expensive traditions or emotional presence matters more. They critique social media’s role in fueling unrealistic expectations, from elaborate Easter setups to Instagrammable baby footprints, while also defending simple joys like packet cakes and shared podcast listening. The hosts tackle real mums’ dilemmas—from pram parking etiquette to co-sleeping debates—and offer candid, humorous takes on parenting in the digital age, all while celebrating the messy, imperfect reality of motherhood.
Gradually shifting your child’s bedtime by 15–30 minutes daily before daylight savings ends can prevent early wake-ups.
Social media amplifies parental pressure to create 'magical' childhood moments, often leading to burnout and comparison.
Pram parking should be reserved for parents with prams, but the rule is ambiguous—use discretion based on child mobility.
Co-sleeping past 12 months may make transitioning to a separate room harder, so plan the move early.
Packet cakes aren’t inherently inferior—some brands like Betty Crocker are worth the hype when time is short.
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The Daylight Savings Headf*ck
“I've been really nervous about daylight savings ending and how it was going to impact my son's sleep. So literally, I have been prepping for a week.”
Dr. Golly’s Instagram Flirtation
“I'm like, is Dr. Golly flirting with us? Like what is going on? Can you not put this on the podcast? That is so embarrassing.”
The Myth of the Magical Childhood
The trio reflects on Easter traditions, childhood memories, and the pressure to create 'magical' moments. They question whether wealth or emotional presence defines a child’s special experiences.
Social Media and Parenting Pressure
They critique the rise of Instagrammable parenting trends like flower footprints, blow-up Easter pools, and over-the-top Easter baskets, arguing they fuel guilt and comparison.
Pram Parking Etiquette & Co-Sleeping Dilemmas
The hosts debate the rules of pram parking and the timing of moving babies to their own rooms, sharing personal experiences and practical advice.
“I'm like, is Dr. Golly flirting with us? Like what is going on? Can you not put this on the podcast? That is so embarrassing.”
“I've been really nervous about daylight savings ending and how it was going to impact my son's sleep. So literally, I have been prepping for a week.”
“it really should be called child parking. It's because it's easier on the sign to put a picture of a pram.”
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Sophie Torber
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Amy
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Kate
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Dr. Daniel Gottlieb
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Raising Chelsea
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Betty Crocker
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Candy Gigi
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