What They Don’t Tell You (but we will!)

What They Don’t Tell You (but we will!)

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. New episodes every Monday

Episodes

April 21, 2025 59 mins
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 qualit...
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In this episode, we share our toughest parenting moments and the lessons we've learned along the way! Preparing for this episode was relatively easy since we have so much to discuss, but don’t worry—we’ve got some helpful tips for you as well!

We’ll be discussing:
  • Sleep deprivation with newborns and tips for healthy sleep habits for your children.  
  • Challenges of balancing work and family life.  
  • The impact...
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April 7, 2025 42 mins
Today, we open up about raising boys! With three sons aged 8, 11, and 14, we'll share our firsthand experiences, hard-earned wisdom, and practical tips that we've gathered over the years.

We'll be talking about:
  • The delightful chaos of having boys
  • Positive household dynamics and keeping tantrums at bay
  • Emotional intelligence in boys in today’s world
  • The best way to talk to your boys
  • And of course... Matt's ...
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March 31, 2025 53 mins
In this episode, we're tackling the all-important and often debated topic: kids, technology, and screen time. We'll share our experiences navigating the digital world with our boys, and what we’ve learnt along the way.

Join us as we dive into:

✅ The shift in technology over the years and how it impacts our parenting journey
✅ Realistic and effective ways to manage your children’s screen time – because let...
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Welcome back to What They Don’t Tell You… But We Will, with Emily and Matt Norris. This week, we're diving into the chaotic, heartwarming, and often hilarious world of sibling rivalry — the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

In this episode, we’re talking about:

✅ The never-ending bickering
✅ Why rough and tumble play might actually be good for your kids (even if it looks terrifying)
✅ The s...
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March 17, 2025 39 mins
Welcome back to What They Don’t Tell You… But We Will, with Emily and Matt Norris. This week, we're diving headfirst into the whirlwind world of labour and birth — from broken tailbones to home births and everything in between.

In this episode, we’re sharing:

✅ Our three very different birth stories

✅ A dad's role in the delivery room (spoiler: there’s no time for a coffee break)

✅ The unexp...
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March 10, 2025 33 mins
Welcome to the very first episode of What They Don’t Tell You… But We Will, with Emily and Matt Norris. Join us as we pull back the curtain on parenting, marriage, and everything in between, with plenty of laughs and brutal honesty along the way.


In this episode, we’re diving into:


The three biggest things we wish we’d known before becoming parents

Why naps are not worth obsessing over ...
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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 mist...
Mark as Played

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