Today, we're doing something a little different — it’s a What They Don’t Tell You Q&A Special! We asked for your parenting questions, and you delivered. From tips and tricks to struggles and transitions, we’re chatting through it all with our usual mix of honesty, humour and chaos!
In this episode, we’ll talk about:
The easiest (and hardest!) ages so far
Potty training, co-sleeping and surviving teething
How to keep the “sparkle” alive in your relationship
Handling sibling dynamics and one-on-one time
Swearing, social exclusion, and awkward school situations
And... who’s most likely to get arrested?!
We’re answering your most asked questions completely off the cuff — no prep, just real-life parenting chat. Got a question for a future episode? Email us at emilynorrisloves@gmail.com or message us on Instagram @whattheydonttellyoupod.
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We Lived Through Four Renovations – Here’s What We’d Do Differently
Today, we're talking about something a little different but massively relatable if you're a parent (or about to become one)… What They Don’t Tell You about Renovating Your Home! From dodging the dust, juggling kids and channeling your builder, we're sharing our top lessons from four house renovations – the good, the stressful, and everything in between.
In this episode, we’ll talk about:
How having a baby makes you suddenly want to renovate
Creating a liveable space during chaos
Delaying decisions and living in the house first
The all important budgeting hacks
Top tips for surviving the dust, builders, and deliveries
So, whether you're planning a project with a baby on the way, mid-build, or just love a nose around other people’s houses – we hope this one inspires you!
Let us know your renovation tips (and fails!) at emilynorrisloves@gmail.com
And, if there's anyone you would love to see and hear on the podcast, we would love to know!
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Feeding Kids Without Losing Your Mind
Today, we're talking about What They Don't Tell You... about feeding kids! From purees and baby-led weaning to hidden veg hacks and picky eaters, we’re getting into the chaos, stress, and occasional triumph of getting food into little humans. With three kids well out of the toddler stage, we’re sharing what we’ve learned along the way – the wins, the regrets, and the hilarious moments too!
In this episode, we’ll cover:
Weaning 101: What we did right (and wrong) with each child
Baby-led vs. puree: why we landed somewhere in the middle
Toddler food battles and picky eaters
Hidden veg, fun meals, and the power of Hulk smoothies
Our go-to hacks, lazy dinners, and sanity-saving routines
We hope this chat brings you some ideas, a few laughs, and a reminder that it does get easier!
Share your food fails, wins and tips with us on Instagram at @whattheydonttellyoupod or email emilynorrisloves@gmail.com.
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Are We There Yet? What They Don’t Tell You About Traveling with Kids
This week, it's all about... What They Don't Tell You about Family Holidays! We have traveled a lot with our children, we've been very lucky and we've always really prioritised it. So in this episode, we are sharing everything we’ve learned (and are still learning) about making holidays work as a family. There should be a good few “same here!” moments!
In this episode, we’ll chat about:
Why holidays with young kids aren’t really relaxing – and that’s okay
Airport Dads and why we love them!
Traveling hacks to keep your kids entertained and their bellies full!
The rising cost of holidays in the school holidays
And... a family holiday to New York which didn't end well!
So, whether you're about to go away or just got back, we hope this chat makes you feel seen, supported, and inspired to find all the joy in the chaos!
We’d love to hear your holiday hacks and stories – email us at emilynorrisloves@gmail.com.
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10 Tips for a Stronger Marriage
Today, we're talking about something slightly different and it's... What They Don't Tell You about marriage and parenting! We've got 10 tips on how to have a better & stronger marriage... but we're doing this episode mainly because we need reminding!
In this episode, we'll talk about
The impact of upbringings and how our parents have impacted the way we are today
Embracing differences
Scheduling quality time with each other - day dates are the way to go
Creating traditions - not just with the kids but with each other too
Understanding each other's love languages
Teamwork in marriage
And we'll read through some of your tips for staying strong in your relationship
We hope that the humour, honesty and practical advice in this episode inspires you to take a bit of time for each other and remember why you're together!
We would love to hear your tips for a healthy & happy relationship and would love to hear your thoughts and feedback too. Send us an email at emilynorrisloves@gmail.com.
See you next week x
Join Emily and Matt Norris as they pull back the curtain on real-life parenting, the highs and lows of marriage, and everything in between.
With 20 years together, three kids, a dog, and a home renovation under their belts, Emily brings her signature positivity and practical tips, while Matt keeps things grounded with his honest, often humorous, dad’s-eye view. Expect raw and relatable chats, lessons learned (and mistakes made), and the advice they wish they had heard sooner.
Whether you’re in the thick of parenting or just love a good family chat, What They Don’t Tell You (but we will!) is here to tell you what no one else does – with warmth, wit, and a touch of British moaning. Parenting, marriage, and family life – no one hands you a manual, but we’re here to share what we’ve learned along the way.
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