Daycare Deserts & Gaslit Parents: Is Childcare In Australia Working?

Ever heard of a daycare desert? It's an area where the number of available spots at the local childcare centre are few and far between. A new Productivity Commission report has found that quite a few Aussies are being left in the lurch when it comes to secure a spot for their tiny human. Today we find out what parents are going through for daycare and why the commission doesn’t think it impacts our return to work choices at all. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Read Georgie's article here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Childcare Rebate Debt: Why So Many Aussie Families Now Owe Thousands Why A Four Day Week Is The Future Of Work There Are Two Types Of Parents On The First Day Of School Is Working From Home Hurting Women's Career Options? Want to try MOVE by Mamamia? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood Senior Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.