Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Happy Mum
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
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| Tana Ramsay on working through grief as a family | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:48:45 | |
On this episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby, Giovanna welcomes Tana Ramsay - best-selling cookery book author, wife to Gordon, and mum to Meg, Holly, Jack, Tilly, Oscar, and baby Jesse! Tana tells Gi all about her IVF journey and what it’s been like raising 6 children (who range from 6 months to 26 years old)! Plus, why Gordon decided not to attend some of their births… Tana also talks about the heartbreaking loss of her son Rocky and how she and her family worked through their grief together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do I form a healthy relationship with my stepchild? Parenting SOS with Cilla Appeaning | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:33:49 | |
It’s estimated that around 1 in 3 families in the UK are a blended family, which means more of us than ever are becoming stepparents. Why then, is there still such a stigma attached to stepmothers in particular? And where is the support for them? These are questions Cilla Appeaning asked when she met her now husband and became a stepmum to his two children. And so she founded the Stepmums Club, a platform to provide support to the growing number of stepmums and to reject that harmful ‘wicked stepmother’ stereotype. She and Gi discuss the challenges that come with living in a blended family, and Cilla answers some of your questions on stepparenting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What impact do gender stereotypes have on raising boys? Parenting SOS with Kirstie Beaven | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:54:48 | |
On this month’s Parenting SOS, Giovanna sits down with Kirstie Beaven, Founder and Editor in Chief of Sonshine, a quarterly magazine all about raising boys in a more equal world. Kirstie felt like the messaging around being a ‘boy mum’ was always one dimensional - it was all about stinky socks, dirty houses and muddy football boots! And so she was inspired to create a space that spoke about the many other aspects of motherhood, and provide resources that could help us as parents talk to our boys about gender equality. Kirstie and Gi discuss the importance of encouraging emotional intelligence in our children and why we shouldn’t be afraid to challenge gender stereotypes. Plus Kirstie answers our community’s questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| My baby is 6 months old. How do we start weaning? with Charlotte Stirling-Reed | 12 Jul 2022 | 00:40:22 | |
This week on 'Asking For A Friend' Gi is joined by registered nutritionist and best selling author Charlotte Stirling-Reed to talk about everything weaning! The pair discuss everything around eating habits, when to introduce foods and they answer your listener questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| When can I start exercising after giving birth? with Shakira Akabusi | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:42:12 | |
In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend' Gi dives into pre and postnatal health with fitness expert and public speaker Shakira Akabusi. The pair discuss everything from exercise to breastfeeding, recovery times to staying fit during pregnancy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do I talk to my children about dying? with Anna Lyons & Louise Winter | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:38:50 | |
This week on Asking For A Friend, Gi is joined by End-of-Life Doula, Anna Lyons and progressive funeral director, Louise Winter to discuss how to navigate difficult conversations around death and illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Am I a good enough parent? with Clemmie Telford | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:33:27 | |
This week on 'Asking For A Friend', Gi discusses Vulnerability with author of 'But Why?', Clemmie Telford. From answering difficult questions from kids to having an open conversation with yourself, Gi and Clemmie talk about feeling lost and when to ask for help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Am I Incontinent? with Emma Brockwell | 14 Jun 2022 | 00:38:20 | |
This week on 'Asking For A Friend' Gi discusses Pelvic Floor Health with founder of Pevic Roar and author of 'Why Did No One Tell Me?, Emma Brockwell. With tips on how to keep your pelvic floor healthy and your questions answered on everything from excercising when pregnant to urinary incontinence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Am I OK? with Stacie Swift | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:40:11 | |
In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend' Gi is joined by illustrator, mum and author of 'You Are Positively Awesome', Stacie Swift. The pair discuss everything around parental mental health, practising self love and answer your listener questions around wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is Gut Health? with Dr Megan Rossi | 31 May 2022 | 00:39:33 | |
In our very first Asking For A Friend episode, Gi is joined by Dr Megan Rossi, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with a PhD in gut health to discuss how the microbes in your stomach can impact the physical and mental health of mother and child. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Introducing Asking For A Friend | 24 May 2022 | 00:01:29 | |
Introducing 'Happy Mum Happy Baby: Asking For A Friend', a brand new incarnation of the show where Gi will be speaking to leading parenting experts and asking your questions about the issues that affect us all through our parenting journeys. From your pelvic floor to mental health, weaning to bed-wetting and teething to trauma, we got it all covered. Make sure you submit your questions for our experts by heading over to Giovanna's socials! @mrsgifletcher Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tom Daley | 10 May 2022 | 00:48:51 | |
In this week's episode, Giovanna is joined by none other than diving extraordinaire, and keen knitter, Tom Daley. The pair sit down to talk all things fatherhood and the ins and the outs of surrogacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dope Black Dads | 03 May 2022 | 00:50:55 | |
Joining Gi today is Marvyn from Dope Black Dads, an organisation that provides a safe space for fathers who wish to discuss their experiences of being black, a parent and masculinity in the modern world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emma Gannon | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:41:33 | |
It’s something a little bit different on this week’s show. Giovanna’s guest is the bestselling author Emma Gannon, who is child-free by choice. Emma opens up to Gi about her personal decision not to have children and the importance of finding supportive child-free friendships. They also talk about how choosing not to have kids doesn’t mean having to grow apart from your friends who do, plus the societal pressure put on women to experience motherhood.
You can read more from Emma over on The Hyphen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Anna Mathur | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:45:00 | |
Psychotherapist, bestselling author of Mind Over Mother and mum to three, Anna Mathur is today's guest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| DIY Dads | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:48:19 | |
Joining Gi today is James from the DIY Dads. He's a DIY lover, gardener and an advocate for LGBTQ+ parenting and adoptive families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dr Rangan Chatterjee | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:51:20 | |
Today’s episode is all about improving health and happiness! Gi is joined by Dr Rangan Chatterjee, father of two, physician, author and podcast host of ‘Feel Better, Live More.’ Dr Chatterjee explores how his own childhood affects the way he parents and why he feels he’s a better person because of his children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Malorie Blackman | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:38:57 | |
BAFTA winner, author and former Children’s Laureate Malorie Blackman OBE is on the podcast! She speaks to Gi about her experience of miscarriage and raising her daughter who’s now in her 20s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ben Anderson (The Diary of a Dad) | 22 Mar 2022 | 01:00:57 | |
Today Gi chats to co-founder and managing director of Musicalize and father of five Ben Anderson (AKA The Diary of a Dad.) Together they explore everything he’s learnt since becoming a dad- from placentas being delivered to the power of communication. Ben also talks about the very difficult experience of his twins being born at 21 weeks and passing away shortly after birth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kate Lawler | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:50:02 | |
Gi is joined by former Big Brother housemate, host of podcast Maybe Baby, and drive-time presenter on Virgin Radio, Kate Lawler. Kate speaks about how turning 40 sparked a desire to have a child. After her baby Noa was born, Kate battled with feelings of resentment, frustration and loneliness that eventually turned into joy. As well as raising awareness of mental health struggles woman can face after giving birth, Kate's now focusing on spending time with her baby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Laura Jackson | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:50:24 | |
Today Gi chats to Laura Jackson- presenter, columnist and CEO of online market Glassette about the joys of being a mum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ellie Taylor | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:45:41 | |
Gi’s guest today is actress, comedian, author of ‘My Child and Other Mistakes’ and mother of one Ellie Jane Taylor. They chat about Ellie not feeling maternal before deciding to have a child but how she now believes her baby has opened her heart and made her a nicer person. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Josh Widdicombe | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:42:07 | |
Comedian Josh Widdicombe is Gi’s first guest of the new series! They have a giggle about the joys of family life; explore why Josh decided to start his chart-topping parenting podcast and discuss how he juggles late-night gigs with being a dad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Baby-size: Izzy Judd | 23 Sep 2021 | 00:15:18 | |
In the last mini episode of this series, Gi listens back to a moving interview with one of her oldest friends, violinist and mother of two Izzy Judd. Izzy and Gi met through their husbands, who are in a band together. In this clip, Izzy describes her journey with anxiety, infertility, miscarriage and undergoing IVF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Louise Thompson (Part Two) | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:05:31 | |
Gi continues her conversation with Louise Thompson... This week Giovanna is joined by former Made in Chelsea star, author and businesswoman, Louise Thompson. Louise’s life changed when she suffered severe complications during the birth of her son Leo, which left her in Intensive Care. Since then she has suffered with PTSD and continued health problems, resulting in recently being fitted with a stoma bag. This is the second part of Louise’s candid conversation with Gi where she describes the impact her experiences have had on her mental health whilst also coming to terms with the challenges of motherhood. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around subjects including traumatic birth and PTSD. If you feel this may be a difficult listen, please choose another episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Annie Macmanus | 21 Sep 2021 | 00:40:39 | |
Annie Mac, or Annie Macmanus, is on the show! Author, presenter and DJ chats to Gi about juggling loud late nights with being a mum, taking the decision to leave Radio 1 after 17 years and finally getting to put her kids to bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ian 'H' Watkins | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:41:16 | |
Father of two and pop star in Steps, Ian ‘H’ Watkins is today’s guest. Gi hears about H’s experience of surrogacy, taking his kids on tour with Steps and making the most of his platform to fly the flag for people in the LGBTQ+ community. Please note this episode contains conversation about miscarriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Baby-size: Sarah Turner AKA The Unmumsy Mum | 09 Sep 2021 | 00:13:27 | |
In this mini episode, Gi chats to Sarah Turner AKA ‘The Unmumsy Mum’ about her writing that explores those less than picture-perfect parenting moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lisa Faulkner | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:40:49 | |
Gi is joined by actress, chef and presenter Lisa Faulkner. They speak about Lisa's experience of IVF, deciding to adopt her daughter and her family’s love of a roast dinner. This episode contains discussion around miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. If you’d prefer, please choose another episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Part Two: Ashley Cain and Safiyya Vorajee | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:34:41 | |
Gi is joined by ex-Coventry City player turned reality star Ashley Cain and partner aesthetic practitioner Safiyya Vorajee. The couple’s baby Azaylia died at eight months old after fighting a rare form of cancer called acute myeloid leukaemia. We’ve split the episode into two parts because Gi wanted you to hear as much of their story as possible. In part two, the couple talk to Gi about how they celebrated every moment they had with their baby girl Azaylia. They’ve set up a foundation in Azaylia's name to support families dealing with childhood cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Part One: Ashley Cain and Safiyya Vorajee | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:42:53 | |
Gi is joined by ex-Coventry City player turned reality star Ashley Cain and partner aesthetic practitioner Safiyya Vorajee. The couple’s baby Azaylia died at eight months old after fighting a rare form of cancer called acute myeloid leukaemia. We’ve split the episode into two parts because Gi wanted you to hear as much of their story as possible. In part one, Gi learns how Safiyya took pregnancy in her stride and gave birth to Azaylia during covid lockdown. The couple explain when they started to think something was wrong with their baby and they stress how they want to make parents aware of the symptoms of leukaemia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Baby-size: Tom Fletcher | 26 Aug 2021 | 00:15:29 | |
In this ‘baby-size’ episode, Gi listens back to her chat with her husband, musician and writer Tom Fletcher. Recorded in 2017, they chat about how Tom navigated being a birthing partner and the often less discussed daddy guilt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Vernon Kay | 24 Aug 2021 | 00:42:57 | |
Gi catches up with friend from ‘I’m a Celebrity’, presenter and father of two, Vernon Kay. Vernon chats about being a dad to two girls, from getting excited about his daughter’s first music festival and turning into his own father. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Harps Kaur | 17 Aug 2021 | 00:52:42 | |
Today Gi is chatting to blogger Harps Kaur. They discuss Harps’ experiences of post-natal depression after giving birth to her son Arjun and the impact of her son Saajan’s surprise Down's Syndrome diagnosis. In Harps’ blog ‘Baby Brain Memoirs,’ she writes about everything from the highs and lows of motherhood to travel adventures to party planning! Please note, this episode contains conversation about sensitive topics, including depression and suicidal thoughts. If you feel uncomfortable with these subjects, please pick a different episode. If you're feeling depressed or are unsure about your mental health, The Samaritans run a confidential 24-hour helpline. You can call for free in the UK on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org for other ways to find support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Baby-size: Emma Willis | 12 Aug 2021 | 00:14:55 | |
Throughout the last seven series of Happy Mum Happy Baby, there have been some amazing, informative and moving conversations. Gi wanted to bring you some of her favourite moments in a series of ‘baby-sized’ episodes. So to kick off, we hear part of her chat with best friend TV presenter Emma Willis. They talk about developing confidence as a new mum and three kids in, feeling like you still have no idea what you’re doing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Louise Thompson (Part One) | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:55:27 | |
This week Giovanna is joined by former Made in Chelsea star, author and businesswoman, Louise Thompson. Louise’s life changed when she suffered severe complications during the birth of her son Leo, which left her in Intensive Care. Since then she has suffered with PTSD and continued health problems, resulting in recently being fitted with a stoma bag. This is the first part of Louise’s candid conversation with Gi where she describes the impact her experiences have had on her mental health whilst also coming to terms with the challenges of motherhood. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around subjects including traumatic birth and PTSD. If you feel this may be a difficult listen, please choose another episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Alexandra Heminsley | 10 Aug 2021 | 00:55:40 | |
In this episode, Gi meets writer and journalist Alexandra Heminsley. Gi hears about Alexandra’s experience of IVF, how a huge error in a test result affected her during pregnancy, and how she came to terms with the fact her then-husband was going to transition.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jake & Hannah Graf | 03 Aug 2021 | 00:43:45 | |
Gi meets a couple The Guardian have named “The UK’s most influential LGBT Power Couple.” Captain Hannah Graf MBE is an Officer of the British Army serving with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. In 2013 she came out as a transgender woman and became one of the highest-ranking transgender soldiers within the British Army. Jake Graf is an award-winning director, writer and actor known for his roles in ’The Danish Girl' and ‘Colette’', ’. After meeting in 2015, last year they welcomed their first child into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emma Barnett | 27 Jul 2021 | 00:56:11 | |
From Woman’s Hour to Newsnight, today’s guest is broadcaster, journalist and writer Emma Barnett. Gi hears about Emma’s struggles with endometriosis, her IVF journey and learns how she was keen to retain her sense of self after giving birth to her son. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ade Adepitan and Linda Harrison | 20 Jul 2021 | 00:56:30 | |
In this episode, Gi chats with sports pundit, TV presenter and Paralympic medallist Ade Adepitan and his wife, singer Linda Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Greg Rutherford | 13 Jul 2021 | 01:00:31 | |
To kick off the new series, Gi is joined by Greg Rutherford, MBE, former track and field athlete who specialised in long jump. He represented Great Britain at the Olympics, World and European Championships, and England at the Commonwealth Games. He’s also Masterchef Celebrity champion for 2019 and is planning to compete in the GB bobsleigh team at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing! Greg is a father of three and in this episode he shares his experience of supporting his partner through severe hyperemesis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Millie Mackintosh | 13 Apr 2021 | 00:54:35 | |
Wellness, fashion and former Made in Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh joins Gi this week to reflect on her first year as a mother. They discuss emotional wellbeing, reflux, cracked nipples and dealing with her baby's hip dysplasia diagnosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Africa Daley-Clarke | 06 Apr 2021 | 00:55:31 | |
This week's episode is with Africa Daley-Clarke AKA, The Vitamin D Project. Africa is an Interior Stylist and mother of three. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Laura and Tom Hopper | 30 Mar 2021 | 00:55:40 | |
This week Gi meets with long-time friends, actors Tom and Laura Hopper. They share their story of becoming parents and how they've dealt with their son's recent autism diagnosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kreena Dhiman | 23 Mar 2021 | 01:06:49 | |
Cancer, surrogacy and miracles that come in threes... Kreena Dhiman (of The Intended Parent podcast) shares the unique and hugely inspirational story of how she became a mother to four children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Steph McGovern | 16 Mar 2021 | 00:47:24 | |
Journalist and TV presenter Steph McGovern joins Gi to talk about how she's juggled motherhood with her career – plus thoughts on Irish dancing and projectile watermelon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Paul C Brunson | 28 May 2024 | 01:00:37 | |
Today on Happy Mum Happy Baby, Gi is joined by TV presenter, relationship expert, entrepreneur, father and husband, Paul C Brunson. Paul is well known for his work on shows such as Celebs Go Dating and MAFS and on this week's episode, Gi has the absolute pleasure of hearing about Paul's own relationship with his wife Jill and their two sons, Liam and Kingston. They discuss moving children abroad, homeschooling, raising boys and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jennifer Garner | 09 Mar 2021 | 00:35:21 | |
Actress and mum of three, Jennifer Garner joins Gi to share her story of motherhood – and explains how her new film Yes Day is all about letting kids make the rules. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Chloe and JB Gill | 02 Mar 2021 | 00:59:56 | |
This week Gi is joined by dancer and mum Chloe Gill alongside popstar husband JB Gill, from JLS. This episode contains discussions around difficult births and postpartum recovery – and may not be suitable for all listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Edith Bowman | 23 Feb 2021 | 00:59:18 | |
Gi is joined by presenter, podcaster and mum of two, Edith Bowman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||