Eat Sleep Repeat

The unhinged agony aunts are IN.  Kee and Kel are answering your anonymous questions - from newborn hell and toddler tantrums to sharing finances and European adventures with small humans. There’s some big feels, questionable advice, and surprisingly useful tips buried in the chaos. You know the drill. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED Gen Muir On Catching Your Toddler On The Emotional Clim...

Toothbrushing is a hostage situation. Getting dressed is a full-body workout. And don’t even mention the wrong coloured cup. If your three-nager is melting down 87 times a day, this episode is your permission slip to exhale. Kee and Kelly are joined by the oracle herself, Gen Muir, to help us make sense of the chaos. From emotional “climbs” to why the whinging gets under our skin...

Ever caught yourself mid-meltdown and thought, “Oh no… I’ve turned into my mum”? In this episode, Kee opens up about the confronting realisation that breaking toxic family patterns is so much harder than it sounds - especially when you're sleep-deprived, overstimulated, and raising a tiny dictator. She and Kelly unpack the parenting styles they grew up with, how those expe...

There’s nothing quite like the internet to make you feel like a sh*t parent when you’re just trying to raise a toddler and post the occasional cute video. And look, we get it - people mean well. But when Kel shares a moment from life with her three year old and ends up fielding DMs diagnosing him with autism, it starts to feel less like support and more like unsolicited parenting advice from stran...

Feeling burnt out, touched out, or just totally overwhelmed? Same. In this episode, Kee and Kelly tackle your juiciest dilemmas in their first-ever listener Q&A. From moving away from your village for a bigger paycheque to wedding planning with a bottle-refusing baby, no topic is off-limits - and no advice is particularly qualified. They cover mum-style meltdowns, partner guilt, parenting regr...

Would you submit to your husband and bake in heels for the vibe ? Author, screenwriter, podcast queen, and all-round legend Clare Stephens joins Kee and Kelly to unpack the rise of tradwives - and why the aesthetic might be a lot more sinister than it looks.  It’s a no-filter chat about the bizarre pressure to live like it’s 1953 - only now it comes with reels, ring lights, and a perfectly iced bu...

Apparently once you have a baby, your only acceptable form of fun is a pedicure and an occasional massage - and we call bullshit. This week, Kel gets fired up about the idea that mothers have to earn their joy, especially when that joy looks like getting a little loose. Inspired by a brilliant article in The Cut , we unpack the judgement that comes with mums who still love to party - whether that’...

Second-time motherhood: not the sequel you were expecting. Kee’s got shingles AND mastitis (because the universe is hilarious), Kelly’s cats are misbehaving, and there’s a serious discussion about what happens when you go from one kid to two... hint: it’s “psychotic.” LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED The Pitt - MAX PULSE - Netflix First Thing https://firstthing.com.au Back To Work, Now What HOSTS &am...

We’ve been MIA and just a touch busy, here’s a life and show update from your Queen shitters!  It’s a new era of the pod, and we can’t wait to bring you fun and fresh content, so we’re going to run you through all the changes coming to your ears. THEN, Kel and Kee get into the good stuff; everything you’ve missed and simply must know. From riveting complaints about cat urine, a grandma with more l...

Parenting is hard, so why not take advice from someone who's a few proseccos deep?  In this rogue episode of  Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat , Kel delivers her finest (and most unhinged) parenting wisdom. From dummy dilemmas to vanishing husbands - nothing is off-limits. Is any of this advice good? Probably not. But is it wildly entertaining? Absolutely. LINKS The Lonely Parents Club And How To Make Friend...

Kel sits down with sex therapist, Tara O, to unpack why her libido has disappeared - and whether it’s ever coming back. Raw, unfiltered confessions meet expert advice as Kel shares things she’s NEVER told anyone. No pressure, no judgment - just an honest chat about what happens when you simply don’t want sex. LINKS https://tarao.com.au/ HOSTS & PRODUCERS Kelly McCarren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠...

Birth stories - everyone’s got one, but no two are the same. In this deeply personal episode, Kee shares every raw, messy, and unforgettable detail of bringing her baby into the world. From the wild ride of labour to the unexpected twists, turns, and downright WTF moments, she holds nothing back. Welcome to the world, Suki! HOSTS & PRODUCERS Kelly McCarren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Doctors told Emma she’d struggle to have kids. Now, she has two. This week, Kelly sits down with her sister for a brutally honest chat about her wild journey to parenthood - from IVF heartbreak to a surprise pregnancy, and then another. Emma opens up about fertility struggles, navigating motherhood with a baby who never stopped screaming, and the absolute chaos of having two under two. She shares...

What if the toys you trust for your baby aren't actually safe? In this eye-opening episode, Kel and Kee chat with Sh*tter and small business owner Kate, who uncovered some shocking truths about Australian toy safety while launching her baby brand, Billie Frank The Label. Like most parents, Kate assumed that baby toys and accessories sold in Australia had to pass strict safety testing. But as s...

This is the kind of story that stops you in your tracks. When Kristy Bryant lost her uterus after a traumatic birth, she thought her dream of carrying another child was over. But in an extraordinary Australia-first clinical trial, she received a uterus transplant - from her own mother, Michelle. That same womb, which once carried Kristy, gave her the chance to carry her son, Henry. Kristy takes us...

Toddlers are learning, growing, and pushing boundaries, but what happens when your child’s behavior starts to raise eyebrows on the playground? Is it just a phase, or should you be worried? In this episode of  Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat , Kee and Kelly unpack the big feelings and awkward moments that come with raising toddlers who sometimes hit, push, or bite. LINKS Toddler Bullying - Huggies HOSTS &am...

With Kee’s due date around the corner, it’s time to vent about the hilarious absurdities of newborn life. From their bizarre sleeping poses to their relentless pooping schedule and complete inability to burp on their own, these little creatures are as ridiculous as they are adorable. Kelly doesn’t miss the chance to remind Kee exactly what she’s in for! LINKS A Good Old Fashioned Whinge About Todd...

Birthdays are milestones, but they don’t feel the same for everyone. In this episode of Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat, Kee and Kelly share their very different takes on celebrating their kids’ birthdays. Kee’s all about the joy and chaos of a good party, while Kelly reflects on why these occasions are a bittersweet reminder of how Lenny’s birth marked the start of the most challenging chapter of her life....

The holiday madness is behind us, but the exhaustion is real! Kee and Kelly are back, kicking off the new year with a debrief on their holiday breaks. From the highs to the not-so-festive lows (aka the peaks and pits of the silly season), they’re spilling it all. If you’re still recovering from the chaos, this episode is your perfect post-silly-season companion! RECOMMENDATIONS Birth With Confiden...

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2025 with a laugh-out-loud look at our goals - what we achieved last year (not much) and what completely flopped (most of it). No shame, just lessons learned! This year, we’re dreaming big, setting goals that matter, and keeping it real. Will we crush them? Who knows - but we’ll take you along for the ride. Let’s make 2025 the year of  trying ! LINKS I'm Not Putti...

Need something to watch over the holidays? Or maybe you’re hunting for a new book, beauty product, or just a little inspiration to end the year on a high note? In this episode of  Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat , Kee and Kelly share their ultimate favourites from 2024. From TV shows and movies to beauty must-haves and page-turners, they’ve got you covered. And don’t miss Kelly’s special recommendation - it...

Parenting can be lonely - but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode of  Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat , Kee and Kelly share their wild and wonderful stories about making friends as parents. They reveal surprising and sometimes hilarious ways they've built their support networks. If you’re feeling isolated or just need some fresh ideas on how to meet your “parent people,” this one’s for you. After listeni...

Why should a woman take a man's last name? Should kids be allowed at nice restaurants? Is your marriage more important than your kids? Kelly and Kee debate a bunch of hot topics in this week's episode of f  Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat,  proving that a healthy discussion can be wildly fun and open your eyes to another perspective.  HOSTS & PRODUCERS Kelly McCarren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Need some Christmas gift inspiration? Kelly and Kee are here to save the day with their ultimate gift guide. Whether you’re shopping for your kids, partner, or that one person who’s impossible to buy for, they’ve got thoughtful and creative ideas to suit every budget. With Black Friday just around the corner, get ready to tick everyone off your list and maybe even treat yourself along the way!  Re...

Are you stuck with most of the parenting duties? Wondering how to get your partner to share the load? In this episode of Eat Sleep Sh*t Repeat , Kelly and Kee dive into the often-overlooked mental and physical burdens many parents face, and how to actually make a change. They unpack the common frustrations around carrying the mental load, even in dual-income households, and share practical tips fo...