Mum's The Word! With Georgia Jones & Kelsey Parker

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by Matthew and Ryan Mackinnon, the couple behind the podcast Daddies Overnight, and their story is unlike anything we’ve heard before.From building a life together online to suddenly becoming parents through adoption, Matthew and Ryan open up about what it really means to become dads overnight… and why nothing could have prepared them for it.They share the honest reality of choosing adoption over surrogacy, the unexpected challenges that come with both, and the moment that completely changed their perspective on becoming parents.From misconceptions about adoption to the emotional weight of the process, this is a side of parenthood that isn’t talked about enough.Kelsey also dives into the emotional complexities of fostering and adoption, including the guilt, the gratitude, and the heartbreaking reality of taking a child from a foster family who loved them deeply.Plus, the trio talk about life now as parents, from surprisingly perfect sleep routines (yes, really) to the moments that make it all worth it, and whether they’d ever do it all again.Expect laughter, honesty, and a powerful reminder that there’s no “normal” path into parenthood.Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join Kelsey, Matthew and Ryan for this eye-opening episode of Mum’s The Word.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back reflecting on the Mother’s Day special… but the conversation quickly turns into something much deeper.Georgia shares what it was really like having her mum on the podcast, from expecting juicy childhood stories to getting a surprisingly reserved version instead, and why seeing your parents in a new light as an adult can be both funny and emotional.Meanwhile, Kelsey opens up about the realities of being judged online, after facing backlash for something as simple as getting her dog professionally trained… and why people seem to have an opinion on everything.The pair dive into the darker side of social media and the press, as Kelsey shares her frustration over misleading headlines that completely twisted her words about grief, and the emotional toll that comes with having your life picked apart publicly.They also talk honestly about loss, strength, and what it really takes to keep going when life throws the unimaginable at you, as well as why showing the “real life” behind the highlight reel matters more than ever.Plus, things lighten up with stories of kids’ first crushes, awkward parenting moments, and the unexpected milestones that make you realise just how quickly they’re growing up.Expect honesty, a few rants, plenty of laughs, and a reminder that no one’s life is as perfect as it looks online.Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join Georgia and Kelsey for another episode of Mum’s The Word.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this special Mother’s Day episode of Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by someone very important… her mum, Mumma Jean.From brutally honest baby stories to embarrassing teenage moments, nothing is off limits as Jean spills the truth about what Georgia was really like growing up, including the time Georgia used to hold her breath until she passed out and the boyfriend disasters Mum never forgot. They also talk about the realities of motherhood across generations, Jean’s experience of miscarriage before and after having her daughters, and the moment she realised Georgia had found her confidence, pushing her to enter Miss York, which eventually led to Miss England and Miss World.It’s funny, emotional and full of family stories as they reflect on childhood memories, parenting styles, and what Mother’s Day really means.Expect laughs, a few embarrassing revelations, and a lot of love.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back for a proper catch-up, and it’s safe to say parenting hasn’t exactly gone to plan.Georgia kicks things off with the chaos of the first week back after half-term when Cooper injures his toe… leaving her questioning every parent’s dilemma: are they actually hurt or just trying to skip school?Meanwhile Kelsey shares her brutally honest take on “work mum vs home mum mode” and why sometimes you’ve just got to send them in and see what happens.The pair also dive into the pressure mums feel to do everything: work, parenting, friendships, social media and life. and why it often feels like you’re doing none of it well. From half-term guilt and screen-time battles to den-building victories and the reality of juggling work with kids at home.Plus, Kelsey spills on her Jet2 working holiday to Tenerife, the surprisingly brilliant kids’ club that kept everyone happy, and Georgia gives an update on her infamous “40 Before 40” list.Expect laughs and the comforting reminder that none of us really have it all figured out.Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join Georgia and Kelsey for another episode of Mum’s The Word.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back together for an episode that perfectly captures the messy reality of motherhood.The heavy bits, the joyful bits, and everything in between.Kelsey opens up about the truth that grief doesn’t stop motherhood and motherhood doesn’t stop purpose.She reflects on why grieving Phoenix has, in some ways, felt harder than Tom with the children being older, and how even in the depths of grief, life as a mum keeps moving.The conversation lightens as they move on to Kelsey’s newfound love of home cooking, how it’s become grounding, creative, and unexpectedly comforting during a tough chapter.Georgia then shares her latest 40 Before 40 list, inspired by listener Kirsty, though she’s very clear there are some things she absolutely will not be attempting.And of course, We Listen & We Don’t Judge returns, with not understanding maths homework, Googling “is this normal?” at ridiculous hours & letting kids win the odd argument just to keep the peaceThis episode of Mum’s The Word is motherhood exactly as it is.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by Caitlin Sheil and Leah Sheil for a powerful conversation about modern motherhood.They open up about their IVF journey, the emotional highs and lows that came with it, and what it’s really like navigating life as a two-mum family in today’s world.The trio also talk honestly about grief in motherhood, how loss can shape you as parents, and why they’ve made the intentional decision not to show their children’s faces online, protecting privacy in a digital age.Plus, they share all about their debut children’s book, Wonder Mums, a joyful, action-packed celebration of LGBTQ+ families that’s already capturing hearts.It's a beautiful reminder that there’s no one way to build a family.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back together for a brilliantly chaotic catch-up that covers everything from everyday annoyances to unexpectedly emotional mum moments.They vent about the absolute infuriation of speeding fines and parking tickets when you’re just trying to survive the school run, celebrate Cooper turning 8, and get a bit teary asking the big question: Are our kids growing up too fast? (Spoiler: yes, and we’re not okay about it.)The girls also unpack how Valentine’s Day works in schools in 2026 (cards, crushes, chaos… all of it), before diving into a brand-new We Listen & We Don’t Judge segment which varies from Pancake Promises to No Regret Naps, packed with hilarious listener confessions that will make every parent feel seen.This is mum life, exactly as it is.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by former Made In Chelsea star, author, and mum Millie Mackintosh for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, and change.Millie opens up about why every child needs to be parented differently, and how becoming a mum has taught her a whole new level of patience.She also talks candidly about her book Bad Drunk, why she chose to stop drinking, and why she has no plans to return to alcohol.It’s an episode about tuning into your children as individuals, making big life shifts without apology, and giving yourself permission to evolve as a parent.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio together, catching up as everyone attempts to slide back into routine after the holidays.This week, they talk honestly about how they, and the kids, are coping with the return to school life, and whether Bodhi has fully settled into primary school yet.They also tackle a big and important topic: how parents should deal with school bullying, sharing thoughts, worries, and the realities of navigating it as a mum.The girls also debate winter vs summer parenting (spoiler: January and February are firmly in the bin), from dark mornings to endless layers and the general survival mode that comes with the colder months.And of course, We Listen & We Don’t Judge returns, with listener confessions that prove no one is alone in the chaos of parenting.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by Emma Conway, better known online as Brummy Mummy Of 2, for a chat about midlife, motherhood, and everything in between.Emma opens up about navigating perimenopause, her experience with HRT, and why we need to be talking about this stage of life far more openly.She also flips the script on parenting older kids, sharing why having teenagers isn’t actually all bad (yes, really).And because no Mum’s The Word episode is complete without a bit of joy and chaos, Emma also talks about her self-proclaimed love for the second man in her life, the one and only Gary Barlow, as well as Georgia revealing who her secret celebrity crush is.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio together, bringing you another episode packed with chaos, laughs, and very real mum life moments.On this week’s agenda, Kelsey shares what it was really like taking Aurelia and Bodhi skiing for the first time including the emotional rollercoaster of sending your kids off to ski school and hoping for the best.Georgia, meanwhile, reveals the slightly questionable Christmas present Danny bought her: a half-marathon… and why, despite everything, she’s secretly looking forward to it.Things take a dramatic turn when Danny’s well-meaning gift somehow ends with Georgia covered in blood (yes, really), before the girls weigh in on the annual “new year, new me” gym obsession.And of course, We Listen & We Don’t Judge returns with a Christmas and New Year special, featuring festive parenting confessions that prove no one truly has it together over the holidays.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined in the studio by social media stars Rossi D Woods and Lucy (The Female Wife) for a hilarious chat about parenting, pre-fame life, and everything in between.The trio dive into why everyone once assumed Ross was gay thanks to his viral videos, and how social media fame has shaped their family life.Ross and Lucy also share what they were doing before the internet came calling, from hairdressing and cabin crew life to West End stages.They chat about raising kids who are perhaps a little too comfortable at film premieres, compare notes on bedtime routines (or the lack of them) in what they dub the “bedtime Olympics,” and bond over one universal parenting truth: we all hate homework.This episode is proof that parenting is messy, no matter how glossy it looks online.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio to welcome in the New Year with the Mum’s The Word 2026 New Year’s Special and nothing is off-limits.As they close the door on a tough and testing 2025, the girls reflect honestly on the challenges they faced, what motherhood taught them over the past year, and the lessons they’re carrying forward.From the hard moments to the small wins, it’s a reminder that growth often comes from surviving, not thriving.They also look ahead to 2026, sharing their hopes, intentions, and realistic resolutions, the kind that fit around school runs, exhaustion, and real life.And of course, it wouldn’t be Mum’s The Word without it… the first We Listen and We Don’t Judge of 2026 with listener confessions that prove parenting chaos doesn’t clock off for the New Year.This episode is the perfect way to step into 2026 together.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by Joanna Proud, founder and creator of the hugely loved Mood Bears—the colourful characters helping children (and adults) talk about their feelings.Joanna opens up about how Mood Bears was born from her own childhood, growing up in a home where emotions weren’t openly discussed, and why teaching her own children to understand and express their feelings has become so important to her.In this honest and wide-ranging conversation, they also chat about:🧸 How Mood Bears came to life💔 Trusting her instincts and separating from her husband because it felt right👧 How her children reacted to that change📺 Her experience going on Dragon’s Den🐶 Why she has 15 dogs (yes, really!)📱 Her brand-new app Pet Attix - “Vinted for pet owners”🎤 And her unexpected love for attending Harry Styles gigsIt’s a heartfelt, funny, and inspiring episode about emotions, motherhood, brave decisions, and following your gut, even when it feels scary.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the most wonderful (and chaotic) time of the year and Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio to bring you the Mum’s The Word 2025 Christmas Special!In this festive episode, the girls get into the full Christmas spirit as they chat about:🎄 Their Christmas plans with the kids⛷️ Kelsey’s post-Christmas skiing holiday — and why Georgia genuinely thought she might die the last time she went🧝‍♀️ The harsh realities of Elf on the Shelf (and why it’s never as magical as it looks on Instagram)🦷 Why Aurelia Parker has branded the Tooth Fairy “tight”🎅 Kelsey’s emotional moment meeting Father Christmas (yes, there were tears)Plus, We Listen and We Don’t Judge gets a Christmas makeover, with festive parenting confessions that will make you laugh, cringe, and feel so much better about your own holiday chaos.This is the perfect episode to pop on while wrapping presents or hiding from the kids. 🎁A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined in the studio by Briony May Williams: The Great British Bake Off finalist, TV presenter, and mum to daughter Nora.Briony opens up about what it was really like stepping into the Bake Off tent and how that experience changed her life forever.She shares why cooking alongside her daughter is so important to her, not just for creating memories but for building confidence and connection in the kitchen.The conversation also takes a powerful turn as Briony talks candidly about disability, explaining why she never saw herself as disabled before Bake Off and how her perspective has evolved since being in the public eye.Plus, Briony chats all about her debut cookbook, The Retro Recipe Society, celebrating nostalgic comfort food with a modern twist.This is an episode you won’t want to miss.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are back in the studio together for another honest, chaotic and laugh-filled catch-up on Mum’s The Word.This week, Georgia shares her 40 Before 40 list from the sentimental to the downright ridiculous while Kelsey introduces the newest member of her family: Storm the Doberman, who’s already turning their house (and hearts) upside down.The conversation also takes a heartfelt turn as Kelsey opens up about how she’s navigating grief months on from the passing of Phoenix, the waves that still catch her off guard, and the small things helping her find her way forward.Of course, We Listen & We Don’t Judge returns with more brilliant (and brilliantly relatable) listener confessions that remind us all we’re doing better than we think.Real talk, real mum moments and real friendship, just how we like it.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones is joined by former TOWIE star, I’m A Celeb favourite and all-round powerhouse Ferne McCann for a warm, honest and inspiring chat about mum life, personal growth, and everything she’s been building behind the scenes.Ferne opens up about why she’s so passionate about breastfeeding and breaking the stigma around it, reflecting on her own experiences and the pressure so many mums still feel.She also celebrates 10 years since her iconic I’m A Celeb jungle journey, sharing what she learned from the experience and why it still means so much to her.Georgia and Ferne dive into her booming wellness and lifestyle projects, including Shoorah and Food With Ferne, and how she juggles it all with being a mum to fussy eaters at home (with plenty of relatable stories!).Ferne also speaks candidly about how therapy changed her life, helping her grow, heal and show up as the best version of herself.And of course, they chat all about her brand-new podcast Every Cloud, which is set to inspire and uplift listeners everywhere.A heartfelt, honest and motivating conversation for every mum who’s navigating the chaos and trying her best.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Georgia Jones and Kelsey Parker are joined in the studio by Capital Breakfast and This Morning presenter Sian Welby and she brings all the warmth, wit and honesty you’d expect.Together they dive into:🗣️ Why none of their kids have their accents (Georgia’s northern roots, Sian’s Midlands twang… yet their kids sound totally different!)👶 How becoming a mum has changed Sian in just 16 months🍼 The surprising, and honestly overwhelming, opinions on breastfeeding vs bottle-feeding🤐 And why Sian kept her pregnancy a secret from her bosses until 20 weeksFrom relatable mum moments to navigating the madness of public opinions, this is a funny, open and refreshingly real chat you won’t want to miss.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Mum’s The Word, Kelsey Parker is joined by former Love Islander turned podcaster and proud mum, Amy Hart.From life as a BA Cabin Manager to finding fame on Love Island, Amy’s journey has been anything but ordinary.Now, as the host of Amy Hart’s Mum Club and mum to her two-year-old son Stanley, she chats with Kelsey about:🍼 Why she talks to Stanley like an adult (and why it works!)💼 Her path from air hostess to reality star to motherhood and beyond👶 What the future holds for her family — and just how many more kids she’s planning!It’s a funny, open, and refreshingly honest episode about motherhood, finding balance, and embracing the chaos with confidence.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.