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In the Happy Mum, Happy Baby Podcast, Giovanna Fletcher continues the conversation about motherhood she began in her bestselling book of the same title. In a series of frank and warm conversations with other high-profile mums and dads, Gi discusses all aspects of parenthood - the highs, the lows, the challenges and rewards. There is no such thing as the perfect parent, and we’re all simply doing our best, something Giovanna fully encourages. It’s time to stop comparing ourselves and champion each other instead. Each episode is truly unique yet unifying. No topic is out of bounds, therefore this podcast is essential listening for any parent seeking solidarity and support.
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This week, Giovanna is joined by manifestation expert and two-time Sunday Times bestselling author, Roxie Nafousi!Roxie opens up about her turbulent past with addiction and the powerful journey of finding sobriety when she became pregnant.Roxie also tells Gi about manifesting and the simple steps you can take now to shape the life you want later. You can check out Roxie’s guided visualisation for future-self and retirement here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Being able to share incredible stories is a huge reason why we do this podcast.Last year, Giovanna read Lifeblood: A Mother in Search of Hope by author and journalist Mina Holland. The book reveals Mina’s harrowing journey after learning her baby, Vida, was critically ill just two days before turning 12 weeks old. What unfolded next was nothing short of extraordinary. Now, Mina joins Gi to share her powerful story firsthand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leanne Quigley is back for part two of her extraordinary conversation - if you haven't already heard part 1 you can listen here.In this episode, Leanne opens up to Gi about her experience on The Traitors, including the emotional challenge of leaving her two young boys while filming.She also reflects on the life-changing moment after filming when her fiancée, Sophie, was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’re hooked once again on the new series of The Traitors, so it felt only right that we sit down with Season 3 champion, Leanne Quigley for a chat on all things motherhood (and reality TV!)Leanne’s story is truly remarkable, and with so much to unpack we've divided this episode into two parts. In this first episode, Leanne opens up to Gi about her IVF journey with her partner Sophie, and the incredible moment they discovered they were expecting twins.She also shares the intense experience of giving birth three and a half months early, along with the challenges that followed and subsequent hospital visits.Tune in for part 2 this Thursday - you definitely won’t want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This special episode features never-before-heard snippets from some of our favourite conversations, including: Dr Emily MacDonagh on the importance of honest conversations about the realities of parenting; Joanna Page on the chaos of writing a book while managing four children, and a bonus Q&A with Midwife Pip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carrie and Joel are back for part 2 of their Christmassy chat!This time, we hear about the birth of their daughter Mabel, the challenges of sleep deprivation, and balancing work and family life in the theatre industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s a true family affair on this week’s episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby!Gi’s sister-in-law Carrie Hope Fletcher and her husband Joel Montague stop by Gi's house for a very festive chat. The couple share what it’s like working together in their new roles in Elf The Musical, plus talk about how they prepared for the arrival of their now one-year-old daughter, Mabel.Don’t miss the second part of their conversation, coming next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Gi sits down with women's health nutritionist GQ Jordan, whose philosophy centres on listening to and nourishing your body - and making healthy eating feel simple and achievable.GQ opens up about her personal journey with IUI and IVF, sharing how nutrition can play a role in supporting our bodies through fertility treatment and beyond.She also opens up to Gi about her experience of baby loss and navigating grief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The queen of disco is in the house!Pop icon and mother of five Sophie Ellis-Bextor joins Giovanna to chat motherhood, music, and everything in between.She tells Gi about falling pregnant with her son just 6 weeks into a new relationship, and shares her experiences with pre-eclampsia and caring for babies who battled sepsis and meningitis.Sophie's brilliant new album Perimenopop is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1Get ready for laughs, tears, and everything in between as Giovanna sits down with stand-up comedian Harriet Kemsley.Harriet opens up to Gi about the end of her marriage and why walking away was ultimately the best thing she could do for her family. She also talks about her PTSD and how it affected her during birth.Plus, Gi gets the inside scoop on Harriet’s new adventures in dating!Ps. Harriet is back on tour! Catch her in 2026 with her brand-new stand-up show Floozy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This November is Men's Mental Health Month so we're joined by the UK's Youth Metal Health Ambassador, Dr Alex George to discuss Paternal wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Everybody needs good Neighbours — and this week, Gi’s joined by the ultimate one! Singer, actor, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat LEGEND Jason Donovan opens up about the highs and lows of fame, his struggle with addiction, and the life-changing decision he made after becoming a dad for the first time.Plus, he opens up about the challenges and rewards of watching his three children grow up and what they've taught him about trusting the process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Turn It Up as this week we’re joined by perhaps our most pregnant guest yet...? the incredible singer and pop superstar, Pixie Lott! Pixie chats with Gi about her second pregnancy, from what it’s like to perform while heavily pregnant to how she’s helping her toddler get ready to become a big sibling.Plus, Pixie opens up about how meditation has helped her through some of life’s tougher moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Roll out the red carpet because this week we welcome the one and only Keira Knightley to the Happy Mum Happy Baby studio!She's known all around the world for her unforgettable roles in Pride and Prejudice, Love Actually, Pirates of the Caribbean and Bend It Like Beckham (just to name a few!). Now a proud mum of two, Keira sits down with Giovanna for a brilliantly unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of motherhood.Expect laughter, honesty, and a whole lot of heart — this is Keira Knightley as you’ve never heard her before!Keira's debut children’s book, I Love You Just The Same, is available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For this month's Parenting SOS, Gi is joined by the wonderful Midwife Pip to chat all things pregnancy and postpartum.From the rollercoaster of pregnancy hormones to who is actually in the delivery room, Pip shares what to expect every step of the way. Plus, she sets the record straight on some of the biggest birth myths, like does having sex actually induce labour??A must-listen for anyone getting ready to welcome their little one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Put your feet up and get cosy, this episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby comes straight to you from Gi’s sofa! And who better to join her than Mrs Saturday Night, Tess Daly!Tess has been a familiar face on our screens for over two decades, but what does motherhood look like beyond the glitter of the Strictly ballroom?Gi and Tess dive into sleepless nights, the trials and triumphs of raising teenagers, and the importance of friendships in motherhood.Plus Tess describes the whirlwind of returning to live television just six weeks after having her daughter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They don't get more iconic than this... this week Giovanna welcomes EastEnders legend and ultimate hun, Natalie Cassidy!Natalie and Gi talk about growing up in the public eye, the rollercoaster of raising teens, and how her feelings about her body image have shifted over the years.Plus, Natalie opens up about navigating grief after the death of her parents.You can read more about Natalie's journey in her memoir Happy Days, out October 9th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Happy Mum Happy Baby we say hiya to actress, presenter and mother of four Joanna Page!Joanna opens up to Gi about life after Gavin & Stacey, and shares how she juggles the chaos of raising four children (and many pets!) alongside her acting career.She also reflects on the complications she faced during pregnancy, as well as her experience of becoming pregnant again at 44.Joanna's new autobiography Lush!: My Story - From Swansea to Stacey and Everything in Between is available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
94% of new mums experience loneliness... but you don’t have to go through it alone.This month on Parenting SOS, Gi sits down with Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of networking app Peanut. Together, they explore why motherhood can feel so isolating, and what it means to build a village.Plus, Michelle answers your questions and shares some simple, practical ways to start creating meaningful connections in your everyday life.Michelle's new book It Takes A Village is the essential parenting guide that blends expert advice with the real stories of mums worldwide - available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in 2018, the iconic Davina McCall kicked off the second series of Happy Mum Happy Baby. And now… she’s back!!The legendary TV host behind some of the UK’s biggest reality shows and a fierce advocate for women’s health joins Gi once again for an honest and unfiltered conversation about childbirth, motherhood, and the realities of womanhood.She also opens up about undergoing brain surgery last year, sharing what that experience has taught her and how recovery is reshaping the way she sees herself.Davina’s brand-new book, Birthing, the ultimate guide to conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This is touching.. I wish someone has known this when my father died when I was a kid. The lack of knowledge made me feel isolated, neglected and unwanted. Thank you so much.
Loved listening to these at the start of my pregnancy but at 38 weeks I had to switch one off today. Hearing the same chat over and over, it made me realise how boring motherhood is likely going to be and I can't stand it. Feel I'm making a huge mistake now.
what a wonderful and informative podcast
I love this sooo much x I did hypnobirthing myself and definitely needs to be talking about it sooo much more x
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As a new mum to be I enjoy listening to other people storys, one that's hit home today is Christeen Mcguiness journey with Autism, as a step mam to a little one with Autism I have alot to learn myself this was a great view from someone going though the same. #thankyou
Thank you for the comments, I will be a new mother in 2020 after readying the comments I couldnt wait to listen
listening for the first time, trying to escape the madness at home. the breastfeeding discussion totally rang true with us after our first we really struggled as well staying up for 24hours trying to Express, cup feed and breastfeed. I was at breaking pointing, luckily we had a very supportive midwife! thank you for sharing.
such a great podcast, maybe my favourite!!
what a truthful and lovely podcast. added Rachaele on Instagram....is there a podcast to listen to? G your laugh is infectious love listening to your podcasts and following Instagram which has me in stitches thank you xx
Lovely podcast to listen too!
loved it....loved it...loved it.. as I have a teen daughter I am worried about my sanity.
LOVED this podcast, made me laugh and cry. Absolutely fantastic.
This is hard to listen to. I'm speechless!
Oh maaan.... am I supposed to hoover the curtains?
This made me so emotional. I remember Jade Goody. May her soul continue to rest in peace.
Loved this podcast mainly because Liz talked about her older children. I run a shop and recommend listening to your podcasts everyday to mum's and dad's :) thank you Giovanna love listening to you and your Instagram's are fab too X a Dr said to me I needed talk therapy due to chronic pain daily.... I said no podcasts make my day, surround myself with positivity & my grandbabies 3 grandaughters in 7 months make me so happy x
such a. lovely podcast! more couple please! x
I didn't know of Caroline before this podcast, but she is fantastic - I could listen to her all day! A great chat as always!
There have been a load of funny and emotional ones over all the series but I have LOVED listening to Jeff. What an amazing, calm and cool guy. so balanced.