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Mum Club - #Advice Needed: Am I crazy for wanting annual leave as a stay-at-home Mum?

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Happy Friday listeners and welcome back to the first Advice Needed episode of 2025! This week, Em and Producer Nina dive into the bittersweet reality of kids growing up—how do you let go? They also tackle a hot debate: should stay-at-home mums get annual leave? Plus, how to trust your 'Mum gut' when it’s let you down so many times before.

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#Advice Needed: Am I crazy for wanting annual leave as a stay-at-home Mum?

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At Mum Club, no topic is off the table, no question is too silly and everyone is welcome. Hosts Emily Blatchford and Leah Goulis are here twice a week to help you out and keep you entertained during your night feeds/pram walks/school runs/meltdowns in the pantry - so join the club!

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