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Be a Happier Parent

Alex Trippier
Parenting
Child Development
Marriage
Mental Health
Gender Equality
Gender Roles
Societal Expectations
Parenthood
Emotional Labor
Motherhood
Resilience
Cognitive Labor
Caregiving
Communication
Family Structures
Shadow Self
Work-Life Balance
Division Of Labor
Happiness
Risk Management

Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting is going to be like and what it actually is? Why when we have children do we think it’s going to bring us closer together but often it really pushes us apart? What are the jobs of mums and dads now? What’s a dad when we’re no longer just providers? What’s a mum when they often are? What am I supposed to teach or model for my children whe... more

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Redefining Gender Roles, Parenthood, and Work-Life Balance: Insights from Corinne Low and Alex Trippier

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Recent Guests

Leah Ruppanner
Sociologist and author focused on gender norms and the mental load
Episode: Ep 33: Do Less to Be More with Leah Ruppanner
Matt Salis
Podcaster, behavioural health researcher and writer focused on relationships and recovery
Untoxicated / Be a Happier Parent discussion partner
Episode: Ep 32: Emotional Masculinity with Matt Salis
Stephanie Coontz
Author and historian specializing in marriage, gender, and family dynamics.
Author of Marriage, A History
Episode: Ep 28: The History of Marriage with Stephanie Coontz
Rachel Childs
Author of Beyond Baby Talk, expert in parenting dynamics.
Equalish
Episode: Ep 22: What we ALL want for Christmas with Rachel Childs and Kate Mangino
Kate Mangino
Author of Equal Partners, focuses on gender roles in parenting.
Equalish
Episode: Ep 22: What we ALL want for Christmas with Rachel Childs and Kate Mangino
Ben May
Co-founder of The New Normal, a charity connecting bereaved individuals
The New Normal
Episode: Ep 18: Trauma, Healing and Change with Ben May
Dr. Marte Bergan
An academic and expert in parental leave systems, conducting research on gender equality in parenting
Norwegian academic living in London
Episode: Ep 17: What Happens When Dads are Put in Charge? With Dr Marte Bergan
Rachel Kelly
Journalist, best-selling author, and mental health advocate, with five children and experience parenting teenagers.
Episode: Ep 15: Teenagers and the Wonder and Delight of Uncertainty with Rachel Kelly
Sam Parker
Author of Good Anger, How Rethinking Rage Can Change Our Lives
Episode: Ep 14: Get Better at Being Angry with Sam Parker

Host

Alex Trippier
Host of Be a Happier Parent; focuses on parenting, relationships, and practical coaching.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • Love

    I really love this podcast, and learn something that I can apply to my life in every episode. I really appreciate that Alex is so honest about his own strengths and shortcomings and feel like we’re on a journey together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freddie Wim
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Alex makes me laugh

    Alix talks about really hard stuff, but I love his approach! It was a joy to be a guest on his show - I’m a fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niua2003
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this guy

    So welcome to hear a dad voice and host things

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    southkentshaman
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Wild

    Just listening to the most recent episode, this is wild! Finally these areas of sexism being spoken out loud. Absolute child free zone here but it’s a fascinating part of a wider lived experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    minibikeride23
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Piecing together things I knew but didn’t make sense up until now

    3 episodes in and I’m loving every bits of it

    Alex through his interviews (and of course his guests) and wisdom tries to answer how communication could improve within the couple to make you a happier parent.

    He’s managed to voice and articulate some of the things I knew but didn’t realise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David NW London dad
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Humor and honesty from the host balance serious topics without feeling prescriptive.
Listeners praise practical, relatable takeaways for real-life parenting and relationship improvements.

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Ep 28: The History of Marriage with Stephanie Coontz
Q: What does marriage mean now?
Marriage is still viewed as the most committed relationship, although people often prioritize the quality of relationships over the institution itself.
Ep 28: The History of Marriage with Stephanie Coontz
Q: When does monogamy first show up?
There is a lot of debate regarding the origins of monogamy, but long-term pair bonding has always existed.
Ep 27: The Arguments Every Couple Should Have with Divorce Lawyer turned Couples Therapist Joanna Harrison
Q: Why is understanding each other's backgrounds important in a relationship?
Recognizing the different values and norms that partners bring from their family backgrounds can inform how they negotiate parenting and relationship dynamics.
Ep 27: The Arguments Every Couple Should Have with Divorce Lawyer turned Couples Therapist Joanna Harrison
Q: How can we approach difficult conversations without triggering defensiveness?
It's important to approach conversations gently, being curious about the other's feelings and experiences rather than immediately asserting one's own perspective.
Ep 17: What Happens When Dads are Put in Charge? With Dr Marte Bergan
Q: What are the cultural differences you observe between Norway and the UK regarding parenting?
Norway has a stronger cultural value of gender equality that is ingrained in society, making it normal for fathers to be involved as caregivers, whereas the UK still sees mothers as primary caregivers.

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This show centers on modern parenting, relationships, and gender dynamics, exploring how division of labor, emotional labor, and cultural expectations shape families. Episodes feature researchers, authors, therapists, and practitioners who unpack topics like cognitive and mental load, emotional safety, and equitable partnerships, offering practical steps for couples and parents to reduce burnout, improve communication, and build stronger family life. Notable strengths include evidence-based insights from scholars, actionable frameworks (e.g., mental-load audits, fair division of tasks), and candid conversations about real-world parenting challenges across diverse family configurations.

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2. Matt Salis
3. Stephanie Coontz
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