Ash Wicks on mental health challenges as a new dad and why it's ok not to be ok

What happens when the milestone life moments, also become your hardest? This week, I sit down with Ash Wicks to unpack the raw reality of the early parenting years — sleep deprivation, mental health, feeling lost and the dark places parenthood can sometimes take us to.We also chat building a business from ordinary family moments, finding joy in the simple things again and what it really takes to pull yourself out of survival mode.Thank you – Care for kids & GroTime For more on Care for kids Instagram: @careforkidsauWebsite: https://www.careforkids.com.auFor more on GroTimeInstagram: @grotimeWebsite: https://infagroup.com.au/pages/grotimeDiscount code: Until 17 July 2026 receive 20% off full priced items at GroTime by using the code: ParentPod20.  FollowAsh Wicks on Instagram @jampikeletsParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.