Made by Mammas: The Podcast

In this episode we’re joined by Mel Johnson, founder of Stork & I, to share her powerful and personal journey to motherhood. Mel opens up about her experience with IVF, getting pregnant solo later in life, and the realities of building a family on your own terms. She also answers your question, covering everything from navigating fertility treatments to handling curiosity (and sometimes intrusive questions) about your unique family dynamic. Honest, reassuring, and full of insight, this is a must-listen for anyone exploring alternative paths to parenthood.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re joined by the actor Charity Wakefield, who you may know from 'Scoop' or 'Wolf Hall'. She chats about her new film 'Preschool' and why cinema still plays such an important role in bringing families together. Charity opens up about the pressures of competitive parenting, shares honest reflections on becoming a mum during the COVID pandemic, and talks about finding connection, joy, and a bit of escapism along the way. Preschool is released on Paramount Movies on 7th April. Check out the trailer now.Charity's Reccomendations:Blink DocumentaryEntangled LifeWoodland TrustFind a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Made By Mammas, we’re joined by sports nutritionists from Performance Canteen Fran Taylor and Kate Shilland to dive into the world of kids’ nutrition. From what “healthy” really looks like for growing children to practical tips for balanced meals, fussy eating, and building positive food habits, they share expert, no-nonsense advice to help take the pressure off parents and make everyday nutrition feel simpler.Fran & Kate's favourite brands:Pro-TeenFind a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re joined by the brilliant Rosie Kelly Smith for a warm and relatable conversation about motherhood in all its messy, magical reality.Rosie opens up about her journey into motherhood, meeting her partner, and navigating some complications in conceiving.As always, Zoe and Georgia bring their own experiences to the table, making this a candid chat full of reassurance, laughter, and those “me too” moments every parent needs.You can buy Rosie's new book 'Mother To Mother' now!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Made by Mammas, we’re joined by Kate Daly to talk about her book Amicable Divorce. Kate answers your questions on practical advice and compassionate insights on how separating couples can navigate divorce with less conflict and more understanding, especially when children are involved. Buy Kate's book Amicable Divorce now!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Made By Mammas, Georgia is flying solo while Zoe is away for family reasons, and she’s in great company with designer and entrepreneur Olivia Rubin.Together, they chat all about the juggle of running a business while raising a family, from the messy realities behind the scenes to the wins worth celebrating. Olivia shares her honest take on managing the mental load, building a brand, and why sometimes “good enough” really is good enough.Check out Olivia's fashion brand yourself hereFind a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Returning for the second half of our Made By Mammas live show, recorded at the HoT Podcast Festival at the Kenton Theatre in Henley.Today's episode is very much ying and yang, with the first half Zoe & Georgia chat to Sky Sports News presenter Hayley McQueen, to discuss juggling success in your career as well as being there for children, friends and family. Our second guest is none other than sexologist and TV personality Dr Tara who discusses non-manogomous relationships, scheduling sex and answers lots of the audiences' questions too!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re joined by Chloe Gill...mum, mum-ager, and wife of JB from JLS. Chloe chats honestly about life behind the scenes of a busy family, from navigating being a “mum-ager” to supporting her kids as they each discover their own passions. She opens up about balancing motherhood with life in the public eye and what it’s really like being married to one of the UK’s favourite pop stars. Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Georgia is flying solo while Zoe is away, and she’s joined by brilliant nutritionist Emma Bardwell. Together they dive into all your questions about nutrition for busy mums, from fuelling your body during effectively, to simple, realistic ways to feel your best. Emma shares expert advice, myth-busting insights, and achievable tips you can actually fit into family life.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content warning: This episode discusses baby loss This week we’re joined by TV personality and author-to-be Lauren Goodger for an incredibly honest and emotional conversation about motherhood, grief and resilience.Lauren opens up about her childhood growing up between her mum and dad, the impact that early experiences have had on her as an adult and what it was like navigating fame at such a young age after becoming a central part of The Only Way Is Essex.Most importantly, Lauren shares the story of becoming a mum to her daughter Larose and the devastating loss of her second daughter, Lorena. She speaks candidly about the trauma of losing a baby, the loneliness that followed and how motherhood has helped her find the strength to keep going.We also talk about rebuilding confidence, returning to TOWIE, the boundaries she’s put in place to protect herself and her daughter and writing her upcoming book, 'Mum Of Two' which is available to preorder now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Zoe and Georgia are back with an Ask Us Anything episode, answering your brilliant questions after half term.We chat about the realities of skiing with kids and share our best tips if you’re thinking about taking little ones to the slopes.There’s also plenty of beauty chat, from our go-to concealers for tired eyes to affordable skincare and the spring fashion pieces we’re loving right now.We also talk about navigating judgement around nursery choices, how we’re trying to be more mindful with our phones around the kids and Zoe shares how cutting down on alcohol has been going.Plus we answer your questions on holidays for tweens and teens, and how to step back from a friendship that feels one-sided.Thank you, as always, for your brilliant questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so happy to have Kerri Northcott back on the podcast! It’s been almost six years since we last spoke to her and this is a very honest chat about what life looks like now.Kerri opens up about her daughter, Ivy and her experience of starting secondary school. She shares how things have changed over the past year, from anxiety and low self-esteem to masking in the classroom, and why they are now considering homeschooling. We talk about how hard it is to watch your child struggle, the pressure children are under at school and how it affects the whole family.Kerri also talks about her fertility journey and trying for a second baby over the past eight years. She shares how she is feeling now that she's taken a step back from IVF and the reality of navigating something that has been such a big part of her life for so long. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re bringing you something very special this Friday - the first half of our Made By Mammas live show, recorded at the HoT Podcast Festival at the Kenton Theatre in Henley.In front of a room full of amazing listeners, Zoe and Georgia sat down with Hunted star and former detective Georgina Bradley and educator Joy Mbakwe for an honest, emotional and eye-opening conversation about raising children in today’s world.From smartphones and WhatsApp groups to social media, consent and the pressures facing our kids, this is a conversation every parent needs to hear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re joined by the hosts of the Daddies Overnight podcast, Matthew and Ryan, to talk about their journey to becoming dads through adoption.They share the harsh reality of the adoption process, from assessments and waiting to the moment they were finally matched with their son, and open up about the highs, the challenges and everything in between. We also chat about life as same-sex parents, the importance of representation, and raising their little boy with love, honesty and pride.It’s a warm, honest and uplifting conversation about modern families and the many different paths to parenthood.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know that it isn't all rainbows and sunshine when it comes to parenting, and today's Friday Q&A is all about parenting hell, and looking at the sharper end of raising children.Your questions cover everything from dealing with ungrateful kids, name-calling and feeling like all control is being lost. We're no experts, but sometimes it helps to just talk these things out together!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re joined by broadcaster, DJ and mum of two, Ashley James for an empowering conversation about being a mum, and a woman in today's society.Ashley opens up about some hair-raising stories from her past, how she navigates difficult situations for her children, and what inspired her to write her new book Bimbo, which is available to buy now!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another Fashion Friday!We answer all your burning questions on current trends, bargain finds and top tips on how to dress for any occasion!Zoe & Georgia's favourite Fashion Products:ArangeM&S InsoliaBy RotationIntimissiNever Fully DressedNobody's Child - Pink JumpsuitVarley LeggingsBobbi BrownFree People - Orange BomberFind a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week it's Children's Mental Health week, so we invited psychotherapist and psychodynamic counsellor, Sian Morgan-Crossley onto the show to talk all about her book and the topic of being raised by emotionally immature parents.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our first ever "No Filter Friday" episode. Strap in!This week, the gloves are off and the honesty is turned all the way up. We’re diving into your questions, the ones that you might feel a bit of shame around feeling, let alone talking about in your day-to-day life with other people! But here there is no judgment or sugar-coating.From admitting that parenting can actually be really boring, to the very real question of quitting breastfeeding because of…Botox. Yep, we go there.Nothing is off limits, nothing is polished, and nothing is filtered. Just real parents, real confessions, and the kind of conversations you usually only have saved in your drafts after a few glasses!If you’ve ever thought “Is it just me?”...this episode is for you.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is quite possibly our absolute favourite conversation we've ever had!We are joined by Elliott Rae to talk about something that’s been quietly worrying so many parents: how we’re raising boys in today’s world.From the lack of positive role models to the pressure on boys to “man up” before they even understand their own feelings, Elliott shares why so many young boys are struggling and what we can actually do differently. Together, they explore how to raise emotionally healthy boys, how mums and dads can encourage openness and vulnerability, and why changing the way we talk to our sons now can shape the men they become later.This is an honest, thoughtful and empowering conversation for anyone raising a boy and for anyone who wants the next generation to grow up kinder, more emotionally aware, and truly confident in who they are.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.