Why Bluey is Hands Down the Best Children’s Programme on the Planet (Especially for Us Mums)

If you’re a mum, you know Bluey is more than just a kids’ show. Bluey is our ally, our lifeline, and our go-to “babysitter” when we need a solid 7 minutes to finally finish that cold cup of coffee. But Bluey is also a beautiful reminder that we’re all just doing our best out here. It’s a show so heartfelt and hilarious that it keeps both kids and adults laughing, tearing up, and maybe even jotting down mental notes for our next parenting “strategy.” Let’s dive into why Bluey is the undisputed GOAT of kids’ TV.

Because Bandit and Chilli Are Parenting Icons (Who Make Us Feel Seen)

Bandit and Chilli are the parenting duo of our dreams. They don’t have a Pinterest-worthy house, they aren’t above losing it a bit (Bandit literally hid in a bathroom with chocolate in “Flat Pack”), and they aren’t afraid to look utterly ridiculous. These two make parenting look realistic and remind us that, yes, it’s okay to be a total goof if it makes your kids laugh.

Watching Chilli handle life’s little crises with calm wisdom makes me want to be that composed…someday. And every time Bandit cracks a dad joke, we mums see a glimpse of ourselves – the slightly exhausted, often improvising, but always ‘trying our best’ parent. In Bandit and Chilli, we find our spirit animals.

Because It Teaches Us How to Turn Any Situation Into a Game

Where else can you find a playbook for parenting that covers everything from “keep the balloon off the floor” to “run an entire restaurant out of your living room using toast and spaghetti?” Watching Bluey, you realise that everything is a game.

It’s a guide for turning dull moments into golden memories. Thanks to Bluey, I have an entire line up of “weird but effective” games that require nothing but enthusiasm – and maybe a willingness to publicly embarrass myself. I think Bandit would approve.

Because Each Episode is Only 7 Minutes Long (A Lifesaver for Busy Mums)

Have you ever had just enough time to pee in peace? Make a quick phone call? Get halfway through a single article from The Mum Company? Bluey gets it. Each episode is a perfect little nugget of time – just long enough to keep the kids enthralled while you carve out a moment to breathe. It’s almost like Bluey’s creators understand the sacred “mum clock,” where 7 minutes feels like an hour of blissful free time.

Plus, since the episodes are short, we don’t even feel that bad about watching “just one more.” That 7-minute masterpiece could be the difference between dinner burning or saving, or finally eating the chocolate you stashed in the back of your underwear draw. (Chilli would understand.)

Because It’s Genuinely Funny (Even for Us!)

Bluey doesn’t just give us the cute kid laughs – it has real, side-splitting humor for adults. Ever catch yourself laughing just as hard as your kids (or harder) at Bandit’s awkward dance moves in “Dance Mode” or Chilli’s dry sarcasm? The show throws us enough winks and nods to let us know, “We know you’re watching, Mum, and this one’s for you.”

And let’s talk about those moments that really hit: when Bandit, running late to the airport, starts singing “Keepy Uppy” with Bluey and Bingo in the backseat because he just can’t disappoint his kids. We laugh, we cry a little, and we feel seen. It’s like the show knows all the tiny sacrifices we make as parents and wraps them up with humour and love.

Because It Shows Kids How to Be Resilient

Bluey doesn’t just fill the screen with rainbows and fun. It sneaks in big lessons on resilience, kindness, and how to deal with life’s inevitable hiccups. In episodes like “Grannies,” where Bingo and Bluey argue over granny flossing and then make up with barely a grumble, kids learn how to manage disagreements. They see that it’s okay to be disappointed, to lose sometimes, and to not always get what they want – but to still find joy.

And let’s be honest: we mums take those lessons to heart, too. Watching Bluey and Bingo learn to bounce back reminds us that we’re doing okay, even on days when everything goes sideways and you find yourself playing “Helicopter” in the middle of dinner just to keep everyone at the table.

Because It Gives Us All the Warm Fuzzies We Need

Watching Bluey with our kids feels a bit like cuddling up with a cosy blanket. There’s something so pure about it, so reassuring. It reminds us of the magic of family life – the messiness, the laughter, the occasional tears. There are episodes that will tug at your heartstrings, like when Chilli reminisces about her own mum in “Camping” or the beautiful simplicity of “Sleepytime.” Somehow, in those 7-minute bursts, Bluey manages to remind us of our own childhood, the beauty of slowing down, and the little things that make family life so incredible.

Bluey is like a little hug for parents, reminding us that we’re all part of this wonderful, chaotic, exhausting club. And every time we watch, we’re reminded of why we signed up for it – the love, the laughter, and, yes, even the games we’re too tired to play but somehow still do.

So Here’s to Bluey – the Best Parenting Partner We Could Ask For

At the end of the day, Bluey isn’t just a show; it’s a survival tool, a tiny emotional lifeline, and, let’s face it, our kids’ first taste of high-quality TV. So when you’re next on the sofa, snuggled up with your kiddo, just remember: you’re not alone. You’ve got Bandit, Chilli, Bluey, and Bingo right there with you, reminding you that you’re doing an amazing job – and that a little silliness can go a long way.