Cat & Nat Unfiltered

Summer is supposed to be relaxing, so why does it feel like we're working harder than ever? We're talking about the chaos that starts the minute school ends—from packing for vacations and keeping everyone healthy, to realizing moms somehow become the family's travel coordinator, logistics manager, and nurse all at once. Because without fail, someone always gets sick. It's basically a vacation rule. So we've become those moms who pack for everything—from scrapes and little cuts to the first sign of a sore throat or cold. We'd much rather be overprepared than spend our vacation searching for a pharmacy!Head to https://www.betadine.ca/ for the Betadine products we always throw in our suitcase to help keep the little things from becoming big vacation problems.

In this repeat episode we talk about what defines good parenting—and how do you know if you’re actually doing it right? In those first ten years, we felt like we were getting an A+: the routines, the structure, the feeling that we were showing up and doing everything we could. Even though it was physically and mentally exhausting, there was a sense of control and purpose.But parenting evolves as kids get older. The job shifts from managing every detail to sharing the responsibility, letting them make their own choices, and moving into more of a coaching role. Because parenting isn’t a straight path—it’s the ultimate freight train ride, and you’re just trying to hold on through every twist, turn, and unexpected stop.

In this repeat episode we’re talking about desire — where it comes from, where it goes, and why it seems to change so much over the years. Has our definition of sexual desire evolved as we’ve gotten older, or did the chaos of life, parenting, and the endless mental load slowly push it to the back burner?Nat used to be a full-on walking horndog, but somewhere between motherhood, exhaustion, and keeping everyone else alive, desire took a bit of a back seat. So we’re asking: does desire disappear when your kids are little only to come rushing back when they leave the house? Or does empty nesting shine a giant spotlight on your relationship when all the distractions are gone and there are no more excuses left?

Three years ago Cat's daughter Olivia got a concussion... and it changed everything. What we thought would be a 10-day recovery turned into a year-long journey through chronic headaches, dizziness, vision problems, panic, endless appointments, and lots of questions unanswered. Today Olivia joins Cat to share what happened—from the moment she hit her head to what recovery actually looked like. We talk about the mistakes we made, the advice we wish we'd been given on day one, why concussions are so misunderstood, and the treatments that finally helped us find a path forward. If your child has ever hit their head, is recovering from a concussion, or you're feeling completely lost trying to navigate the system, this conversation is for you. We aren't doctors, but we are parents who lived it, and we're sharing everything we wish we'd known sooner. Because sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the injury itself—it's finding someone who knows how to help!Keywordsconcussion, brain injury, recovery, health, teens, parents, medical system, management, symptoms, research concussion, neurorehabilitation, brain injury, recovery tips, nervous system, concussion management, brain health, concussion therapy, mental health, recovery journeyKey topicsConcussion symptoms and misdiagnosisLack of information and medical supportManagement vs. cure in concussion recoveryThe importance of neurological and eye assessmentsThe evolving research on brain injuries Concussion rehabilitation techniquesImportance of nervous system calmingRole of neurotherapy and specialized clinicsManaging emotional and mental health during recoveryPractical daily routines and activity pacing

It is officially summer so that means we are bringing you back some of YOUR favourite episodes!! There is a shift in parenting older kids. The roles, the routines, even the purpose. Do we need a club? Hobbies? A retirement home for people our age? We ask ourselves the three questions every mom should ask. Weigh in and let us know your answers!

We are bringing you a repeat this holiday weekend! This episode isn’t just about sports—it’s about confidence, resilience, and rethinking what winning really means. We get into the pressure parents put on kids, the entitlement that can creep into youth sports, and why sometimes the biggest lessons happen off the field.And because we can never leave well enough alone, we dream up our latest million-dollar idea: live post-game feedback panels where real experts break down every player's performance—for both the kids and the parents. It would be completely unhinged... and we'd absolutely watch.Whether you're a sports parent, a coach, or just someone who appreciates the chaos that comes with raising kids, this episode is full of laughs, honest conversations, and reminders that success isn't just about trophies—it's about raising confident, resilient humans. So if you've ever questioned whether everyone takes youth sports a little too seriously, this one's for you.

We are a little all over the place this week! We get into a very real conversation about perimenopause, unpredictable periods, navigating women's healthcare, and why getting answers shouldn't be harder than booking Botox. We also chat about sports nutrition, the pressure social media puts on feeding our kids "the right way," and why girls love hanging out in their rooms while boys disappear to the basement. Plus, we're sharing our ultimate dorm shopping list for parents getting ready to send their kids off to university. Find it (and so much more!) here: https://shopmy.us/shop/catandnat.Keywordsfamily cooking, cultural food differences, perimenopause, women's health, parenting, nutrition, dorm essentialsKey topicsTeaching kids to cook meat safelyCultural differences in food preferencesPerimenopause symptoms and medical proceduresEssential dorm room items and organizationFamily food traditions and myths

Today we’re joined by career coach, recruiter, content creator, public speaker and author Emily Durham for a conversation every parent of a teen or young adult needs to hear. Emily's longtime expertise in hiring and recruitment has made her a trusted voice on modern hiring, Gen Z careers, and the evolving world of work. We get into the reality of today’s job market, why getting hired feels harder than ever, and what skills actually matter in a world where AI is changing everything. Emily breaks down why empathy, decision-making, leadership, and communication may be more valuable than technical skill, how teens can stand out in a crowded job market, and why old-school tactics like walking in with a resume might be making a comeback. We also talk about Gen Z’s relationship with work, why they’re not as lazy as people think, and how parents can guide their kids without turning every conversation into a lecture.For more from Emily, follow her on Instagram at @emily.the.recruiter. And for the career resource she wishes she'd had herself, check out her debut book, Clock In: No-BS Advice for Getting Ahead in Your Career (Without Losing Your Mind), at emilydurham.org/clock-in.Keywordscareer advice, future of work, skills development, Gen Z, education, AI, job market, parenting, career coachingKey topicsShift in the job market due to AI and technologyImportance of transferable skills like judgment and empathyHow parents can help kids develop soft skillsThe changing landscape of university educationThe role of social media in hiring decisionsPractical tips for teens to build their resumesThe importance of early work experience and volunteeringAdapting career education to modern needs

We’re talking hockey drafts, hockey agents, hockey reality shows, hockey WAGs and the absolutely wild world of youth sports where kids seem to need highlight reels, social media managers, and future plans before they can even drive. We debate whether young athletes really need agents, if social media is helping or hurting kids chasing big dreams, and whether talent alone is still enough to get noticed. Plus, we share stories from the rink that will have every sports parent nodding along. And then Nat quizzes Cat on hockey slang! Tune in to find out if Cat is a hockey expert or just really good at guessing.Keywordshockey, youth sports, social media, parenting, sports terminology, hockey slang, kids and social media, sports drafts, athlete brandingKey topicsHockey terminology and slang explainedThe youth sports draft process and athlete developmentThe role of social media in young athletes' careersParenting tips for kids in competitive sportsInsights into hockey culture and community