Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

Ash has encountered a new dilemma with little Macy – she likes the bad boys. 

It turns out she's not the only one feeling loved up, with Marlie looking to marry the man of her dreams at daycare.  

Meanwhile, Lola is thinking about one thing this week – a hamburger!

Plus, we tackle your questions!

• When is the right time to have a baby?

• Who is allowed in the birth suite after giving birth?

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Matty J and Ash are having a really difficult time managing the school transition. From forgetting lunchbox week to not following instructions to falling asleep at info sessions, the kids' education hangs in the balance of Two Doting Dads.

Adding to the drama, Matt has found himself attacked by a ferocious dog on a run while Ash attracts the claws of another pup.

How will these dads get through the week of parenting?

Plus, we tackl...

Aimee Connor, or “Aims” to her audience, has become a well-loved mum in the online parenting community for her refreshingly honest, humorous, and unfiltered take on motherhood.

She’s the mother of four young children—Mahli, Indi, Billi, and Bodhi—and shares the real-life chaos of raising them.

Aims is known for creatively repurposing leftover food into enjoyable recipes. She documents the daily ups and downs of life with four child...

Sometimes, you're having a big masculine weekend; other times, you're dealing with an 'Ultra Tantrum'!

After making a bad move with dad, Oscar has given Ash absolute hell this week. 

Meanwhile, Matt slowly lets go of his little girl after sending Marlie-Mae to school orientation. 

Have you got a Parenting Hack Or F*ck That?

Plus, we tackle your questions!

• How did you introduce your first kid to your second child?

• At what po...

Ash shares his first and disastrous gig as a wedding DJ this week, only to be saved by a tiny hero. Plus, he’s in hot water after teaching Oscar a new “trick” that didn’t go down well. 

Meanwhile, Matt’s morning with the kids was rough, and he’s feeling Laura’s frustration after a charity run that's been taking up his nights. He also has school orientation on the agenda and some… interesting renovation updates.

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Steph Claire Smith is an entrepreneur, health influencer, and co-founder of KIC, a holistic wellness platform offering fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness programs. 

As a working mother, Steph and her husband, Josh, have embraced a unique family dynamic in which Josh stays home to care for their four-year-old son, Harvey. 

Steph’s journey into motherhood and her commitment to a balanced and realistic approach to wellness have stren...

Ash is back from what felt like a year-long trip to Bali!

One surprising thing happened during the trip after Ash shared some photos online, leading Matt to call April to investigate. 

Matt felt inspired by Ash and invited two other families up north for a quick getaway to Tropical Fruit World, leaving them horrified after doing something only a true Queenslander would do. 

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It's the episode we've all been waiting for!

The wives are finally jumping on the podcast and ready to reveal the dirt on the Two Doting Dads. 

Matt, Ash, Laura and April have put the kids to bed and are spending their weekend away by the beach, getting to know each other a little bit more. 

From pet peeves to hidden talents to revealing the many lives of Ash Wicks, the laughs were so loud it's a surprise the kids weren't woken up....

While Ash is away, Matt J brings his wife on to play! 

Laura Byrne joins us this week to update us on what her household has been up to.

It turns out she's a born-again cruiser.

While some may think she spends a lot of time at parks, Laura is actually really into mega-ships after returning from a four-day cruise.

We also answer your big questions: 

• What are your thoughts on divorce? 
• Should people be allowed to ban children fr...

Tara Pavlovic is a stay-at-home mum who tells you exactly how it is!

There's a good chance you first met her way back in 2017 when she burst onto the small screen during Matty's season of the Bachelor. Since then she's found herself a husband, given birth to two little ones and endlessly entertained her audience of almost 200k followers on social media.

Tara discusses managing perinatal depression, lightning crotch, Edi-Rae's healt...

Ash is in Bali, taking what some would say is an undeserved holiday. 

Joking! 

Every parent needs a holiday, just make sure you avoid getting into an accident when trying to relax. 

Meanwhile, Matty J returns to renovations but is met with a sneaky surprise that threatens the build's progress. 

We also hear your Parenting Lies with us 👇

Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of...

Matt's kids were psyched out of their brains to attend a kid's dance party. Of course, things didn't go as planned, and it turned into a complete and utter disaster. One disaster turned into another after a neighbouring party upstaged a friend's kids' birthday party. 

Ash took the kids out for sushi for the afternoon, except it took a wild turn when Oscar had to poo midway through. Did he make it to the toilet in time? 

P.S. Did yo...

Paralympian Vanessa Low achieved Gold Medal status at the 2024 Paris Paralympics while bringing her toddler in tow. 

Vanessa was just 15 years old when her life took a sharp turn in a small town in Germany. This would lead her onto a path where she would go on to meet her husband and coach and qualify in four Olympic Games as a long jump athlete. 

Despite knowing how to face a difficult challenge, pregnancy with Matteo was on a dif...

Preplanned sexy time gets pushed back after an unsuspecting interruption enters the room between Matt and Laura#96 Our Kids Are On The Run From The Law 🧄 👀

The Wicks family are on the run after realising they've made a common shopping mistake that can only be blamed on the kids.

Do you have a Parenting Hack Or F*ck That?

Plus, we tackle your questions!

• When did you stop hating your partner?
• Do you regret getting circumsized?
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Is your kid a good self-bum-wiper? 

Lola, Matty J's littlest, is sick and tired of people wiping her bum. The only problem is that she's not very good at completing the job on her own. 

Macy, Ash's little girl, is upset that someone took her balloon after her mum watched the culprit sprint out of Rhyme Time with the balloon in hand. 

The tears continue this week as Matty J makes the very TOUGH decision to break up with his daughter...

Australia’s beloved weatherman Sam Mac joins Matty J and Ash as he's knee-deep in newborn life! 

Sam and his fiancée Bec recently welcomed their second child, Mabel, just a few weeks ago, while their first, Margot, is almost two!

The boys dive into the highs and challenges of parenting two under two and the wild story of how Sam and Bec’s love blossomed over Zoom during the pandemic.

From navigating lockdown love to balancing TV li...

Ash is holding down the Wicks household, and everyone is as sick as a dog, so Dad is getting little sleep. 

But if Manly invites you to their awards night, you must go! Matty J and Ash were lucky to attend the Sea Eagles' honorary event, but they couldn't believe who they sat next to.

Meanwhile, Matt is pulling his hair out from the chaos that comes with house renovations. He can't tell the difference between a White Wave and a Fre...

Matt has broken his pinky toe, and it turns out it's the one thing keeping the 38-year-old dad upright. He would like some sympathy, but no one is giving it to him. 

Ash has moved into what can only be described as an acreage—no, but he does have a big backyard. The new house is great, but there is only one little quirk, and that's the death drop at the end of the driveway.

Oh, and Matt takes the girls to the footy for the first ti...

Lara Pitt is a seasoned sports journalist at Fox Sports, covering the NRL, and a doting mum to three boys—Lachlan, Cooper, and Hamish.

She never expected motherhood to mean sharing her bed with all three boys every night!

In this episode, Lara opens up about her experience after giving birth for the first time, sharing the unexpected challenges she faced. Not only did she face the rollercoaster of postpartum, but Lara was also deal...