Well we have made it to the end of the year, and that means the kids Christmas lists are here too... Cath's son wants a hairstyle that she is not keen on but Sarah say's go for it! Take one guess at what that style is and Sarah has been having some awful dreams, but what do they MEAN? Sarah took inspiration from Cath and tried putting crystals in her bra, but her boys decided the crystals had a better home! We also have some sad news that we have to share but we will save that for the very end o...
Dec 13, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 64
White Lies, Porkies, we all tell them and sometimes it is necessary to tell them to your kids.. but is Sarah setting a really bad example for the kids? Louis is back from camp and put some of the skills he had learned to good use at home even though Cath wished he didn't! Speaking of lies, Sarah got caught red handed, quite literally! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians ...
Dec 06, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Cath has lost her son... but only for a few days at school camp! We reminisce about school camp and how much FUN it was... Sarah has gotten herself into a Gingerbread house making day with the kids and Cath isn't happy she isn't invited! We also talk about bunnies and eggs - Sarah asks a question you wont believe! A bit of a trigger warning for this episode - We will give you a little warning in the episode before we talk about a sensitive topic regarding the big guy with the red suit - You migh...
Nov 29, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 62
With William's birthday party finally behind her, Sarah reflects on the party and makes a decision for future parties. We also learn why she got told off by other people's kids at the party! And with Christmas right around the corner, we discuss buying presents for teachers and what is appropriate - Plus those rubbish gifts you get given at Christmas and what you should do with them! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Ente...
Nov 22, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Sarah may have made a little mistake when she was at the park this week and feels a little bit guilty about it. It involves a broken arm and a scooter.. Sarah's little boy's birthday party planning is in full swing and Cath is in the middle of her big move, thinking about coming off the dating apps for good.. which we don't think will happen but stranger things have happened! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainmen...
Nov 15, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 60
There has been an upsetting week in Sarah's house and it made us cry! If you have ever had a child lose their favourite toy, this will break your heart. We also talk about uncomfortable chats with your kids about difficult subjects and how you handle them and someone has called Sarah LAZY! Have a listen and tell us if you agree! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the...
Nov 08, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Now we all know that Sarah is a "Never Nude" but it seems that everyone else in her household did not get the memo! We also chat about screen time and how it can be bad for our kids if THEY have too much of it, but what happens if you, as a parent, are spending too much time on your phone or device? Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded thi...
Nov 01, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 58
This week we learned about Sarah's Scottish heritage and what is on her family crest.. Cath has been forgetting what she told her kid and he is not happy about it and Sarah has been telling lies about vegetables to get her kids to eat them. Also, we talk about a great idea to get your kids to go to bed and STAY there! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on wh...
Oct 25, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Sarah drove to Melbourne with the kids for a holiday and instantly regretted her life choices. Have you ever had a problem when going on a holiday? Cath had an issue with Louis' before he went on holidays with his dad! And we got listener feedback from a mother worried that her son is spending too long in the shower.. We answered the best we could! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the tradition...
Oct 18, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Sarah had a run in with her kids swimming instructor this week and we are still not sure who's side to be on... Cath's son faked a sick day so he could stay home from school and the consequences were that he had to stay home with his mum. Bad move kid, bad move. And what did someone on the team start that they wished they hadn't? Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of th...
Oct 11, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 55
On her quest to get the BEST sausage in town - Cath ended up finding out there was more sausage than she bargained for! Sarah is in the middle of planning her sons birthday party - the first one he has ever had and she is struggling with it - she even forgot about one CRITICAL element! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the...
Oct 04, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Let's face it, things are getting more and more expensive so making the same boring thing for dinner is just fine with Sarah! Cath's son is always wanting to eat out for diner so Cath is teaching him the importance of money (and how to save it!) and Sarah had her very first night in a hotel room with the kids - how do you think she went? Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodia...
Sep 27, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Sarah learned the hard way that if you are going to get your child a camera, you best be sure you know what they are taking photo's of! Cath has had some tech issues with some of her photo's going to her sons iPad and we discuss the possibility of having more children. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People o...
Sep 20, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Do your kids keep coming in to your bed at night keeping you awake? Sarah has not been getting much sleep lately due to her little bed hopper situation - but does she have the solution? Cath felt bad this week when her son needed some new clothes but the outcome of her shopping trip may surprise you! Also, we ask the question: Is it OK to play with other parents kids at the park? Sarah found herself in an awkward situation at the swings the other day. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from y...
Sep 13, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Someone tried to break up - but it didn't quite go to plan! How early is TOO early to prepare your kids to have a plan B when it comes to a career path? For Cath, she has started REALLY early with her son. We also chat about "Naughty" advertising and how you have a conversation with your kids around nudity and what is appropriate. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of t...
Sep 06, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Someone has been caught without their pants, again! How do you deal with the kids not finishing assignments.. or worse, failing them? One of the team failed an assignment this week and it took her right back to year 9 Biology... but we found out why THAT fail occurred! What advice do you give your kids on their first day of school? Sarah is worried about her son heading off to big school next year and we aren't sure who is more upset! And Cath reveals something that happened when she went to a w...
Aug 30, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Sarah has had the week from hell! From her dog Winnie eating something he shouldn't have to her kids making demands at toilet time - she has had a rough week. Also, driving is hard for the NAPP girls, but how will they go when it is time to teach their kids how to drive? Sarah and Cath divulge some of their driving history and Sarah tells all about her first accident! And Cath has finally gotten to the bottom of her issues with her bits. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us ...
Aug 23, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 48
The birth of your children can be an amazing experience... for some! For others, their partner is in the corner, trying not to hurl! Also, Sarah has started doing something to the kids toys and we think they might be onto her little ploy. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our r...
Aug 16, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 47
We all had that teacher at school that really made an impression on us that lasted for years.. some sad news this week from Sarah after she learned that her amazing teacher had passed away. Also, at what age is it OK to make the kids do a little bit of housework? We found a story about a woman who refuses to let her kids visit her sister as she says her kids are "Not free labour" or "maids" and shouldn't have to clean up when they visit! Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us ...
Aug 09, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Is it ever OK to leave the kids at home... even for a short period of time? Another week, another recall by one of the supermarkets about allergies! Sarah recalls a time when she got in trouble from the school for sending something that you wouldn't THINK would get her in strife! And Cath caught Louis out in a little white lie.. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the...
Aug 02, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 45
When it comes to food, in Sarah's household they have a little saying: "Try Before You Cry!" and it may just be a genius saying! Cath complains about being at sports practice for too long and then found out something about some other parents commute that made her feel like a bad parent. Also Cath went to the Opening Night of "Jagged Little Pill" and had some questions that she needed answered. Want to get in touch? We love to hear from you so send us an email at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au...
Jul 26, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Big Question: When you go to the movies, is it acceptable to start eating the snacks before the movie starts? Sarah's son has very strong feelings about this. We also learn why Cath may never go to the movies EVER AGAIN because of her son. Sarah's dad has landed himself in a bit of hot water after one of her boys started saying something that just HAS to have come from her dad.. and Cath had to put on her stern voice this week.. she got all cranky pants! Want to get in touch? We love to hear fro...
Jul 19, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 43
How do you get the kids to sleep when they just won't calm down? This week we have the perfect tool to help you! After Cath complained that her son wasn't really interested in hanging out on Saturday nights anymore, Sarahs solution was a little out of the ordinary. We also experience some teenage girl chat this week and reminisce about what it was like when we were young girls and Cath has discovered some life hacks that she would like to share with you - we will leave it up to you do decide whe...
Jul 12, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 42
While Sarah has been off interviewing Chris Hemsworth - Cath has sustained a mud related injury... who has the more glamorous life? Sarah's kids have been stealing mummy's limelight and have started doing their own radio show at home and we take a walk down memory lane - talking about grandparents and the crazy things they do. Want to get in touch? Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & Sarah McGilvray Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Senior Producer/E...
Jul 05, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Look, it is inevitable that your kids will get older and it will be no longer cool to get love from your parents.. but at what age will that happen? How old is too old for kisses from mum or dad on the lips? We also discuss kids calling you by your first name. Is it disrespectful or is it just the way kids are these days? And Cath has been cooking again for her son.. and almost killed him! Want to get in touch? Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & S...
Jun 28, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Cath has been having some issues with her son's homework and it is making her feel a little inadequate! Do you ever say things and they just sound a little weird when they leave your mouth? This week one of the team made a confession about her kids that had us scratching our heads. And one of Sarah's friends has started listening to the podcast, only issue is, there may have been some stories told about her on the pod and now it is kinda coming back to bite Sarah on the behind! Want to get in to...
Jun 21, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 39
One of the team been too honest with their mother and one has of the team was turned away from a cosmetic surgery?? Ok, They may be the SAME member.. We also talk about words you don't want your kids to say and things that you don't want to keep in the freezer! Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & Sarah McGilvray Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Lead Producer/Editor: Chae Rogan LINKS Sarah's Instagram @sarahmcgilvray Cath's Instagram @cathrinemahoney...
Jun 14, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 38
A member of Sarah's family has had to go on a diet and it is not who you would expect. Cath almost crossed the line and met up with a man, however she hit a very high pitched bump in the road and we get a lesson in Welsh.. Also, Sarah recalls a time when she was in a foreign country and was mistaken for a local, a REAL friendly local! Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & Sarah McGilvray Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Lead Producer/Editor: Chae Roga...
Jun 07, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Cath's book is finally out and over the weekend Cath had a very glamorous photo shoot with Stellar Magazine - we take you behind the scenes to show you what really happened at the shoot. We also discuss the "double ring". Is it reserved for emergencies only? Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & Sarah McGilvray Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Lead Producer/Editor: Chae Rogan LINKS Sarah's Instagram @sarahmcgilvray Cath's Instagram @cathrinemahoney No...
May 31, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 36
When Sarah's Dad told her that she should not buy a bike, she really should have listened - In this episode we learn about Sarah's lycra clad adventures (and mishaps). We discuss fashion of the young people of today and is it ever OK to wear white to someone else’s wedding? Also.. are we about to release a nude calendar? Email us at thebabysitter@novapodcasts.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Cathrine Mahoney & Sarah McGilvray Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Lead Producer/Editor: Chae Rogan LINKS Sarah'...
May 24, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 35
