Motherhood in Stereo with Caroline Morgan

Thousands of children are born in the UK each year through donor conception. Since 2005, those children have the legal right to access identifying information about their donor at 18. But with commercial DNA testing, anonymity may already be a thing of the past.So is the current system truly child-centred?We speak with Nina Barnsley Director from  Donor Conception Network about disclosure, identity, counselling requirements, sibling limits, and what donor-conceived adults say matters most. This episode asks the questions many parents are quietly wondering — and some may be avoiding.Connect with Donor Conception NetworkInstagram@d_c_networkwww.dcnetwork.org

Perimenopause affects so many women — yet so many of us feel completely unprepared for it.In this episode, I’m joined by the voice behind Perimenopause Hub, a growing online community dedicated to helping women understand what’s happening in their bodies, feel less alone, and access reliable, empowering information during this stage of life.We talk about what perimenopause actually is (and why so many women feel blindsided), the symptoms no one warned us about, emotional and identity shifts, feeling dismissed in healthcare settings, and the powerful role community plays in building confidence and clarity.This conversation is honest, grounding, and deeply reassuring — whether you’re navigating perimenopause yourself or supporting someone who is.You can connect with Perimenopause Hub on Instagram for education, lived experience, and ongoing support.For more information contact @perimenopausehub

Dr Alex Wardene is a GP focused on women’s health and mental wellbeing — and mum to two-year-old twin boys.In this honest and empowering conversation, we talk about what it really means to balance being needed at work and at home.Just two weeks after welcoming her twins, Alex lost her dad, while also navigating serious postpartum health complications. We explore how she rebuilt her identity, moved from survival mode to steadiness, and learned to let go of guilt as both a doctor and a mum.We also dive into:• The emotional pull between career and motherhood• Parenting twins without much of a village• Self-care in real life (not Instagram life)• Screen time, early mornings, and what she’s actually wearing most days• The pressure of being a doctor and modelling “perfect” healthThis episode is for twin mums and career women who feel stretched, pulled in two directions, and quietly wondering how everyone else is coping.You’re not alone.Follow Dr Alex on Instagram: @alex.wardene

Mum of three, including twins, Katie Rollings opens up about the deeply personal journey that led her to found Fertility Action and co-found Fertility Access UK. After five rounds of IVF and years of emotional strain, Katie turned her lived experience into national advocacy — campaigning to end the postcode lottery in fertility treatment and improve early diagnosis of male subfertility. In January 2025, she took that mission to Parliament alongside MP Andrew Griffith, calling for fair, nationwide access to care.In this honest and compassionate conversation, we explore infertility, trauma, healing, and why fertility care must be treated not just as a medical issue — but as a fairness issue.To learn more about Fertility Action, visit https://fertilityaction.orgFollow them on Instagram: @fertility.action

How can babies communicate before they can talk?In this episode, Emma from Tiny Talk South Manchester explains how baby signing supports early speech and language development, builds confidence, and helps reduce toddler frustration. We discuss common myths about signing, when to start, how to introduce signs at home, and the emotional benefits for both children and parents.Plus, we talk about the importance of local parent communities and how connection can transform those early years.Connect with Emma;Instagram @tinytalksouthmanchester

This Galentine’s Day, we’re celebrating resilience, reinvention, and the power of women supporting women.British singer-songwriter and media host Rene Byrd joins us for an honest and uplifting conversation about becoming a first-time mother at 48 through IVF, building a global career across the UK and US, and redefining success on her own terms.From launching Who Am I Talk during Covid to working across music, luxury, and philanthropy, Rene shares what it means to lead with purpose, show up with intention, and embrace every chapter of life with courage.This episode is about identity, ambition, faith, friendship, fertility, creativity, and the strength that comes from knowing who you are — at any age and in any season.Whether you're navigating career, motherhood, reinvention, or simply finding your voice, this conversation is for you.Connect with Rene:www.renebyrd.comInstagram: @renebyrdofficialAnd keep an eye out for Rene Byrd London Bags — coming soon.

In this episode, I’m joined by Rachael Robinson, BANT Registered Nutritional Therapist and Registered Associate Nutritionist, to explore how to support your body through fertility treatment, IVF, and early pregnancy.Rachael shares both her professional insight and personal experience of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and IVF — offering a grounded, evidence-informed perspective on nutrient status, stress, environmental factors, and realistic lifestyle support alongside medical care.We discuss:• Why nutrient status matters during IVF• Common gaps people overlook when trying to conceive• Supplements vs food-first foundations• Stress, inflammation & hormone balance• Environmental exposures and fertility• Pregnancy after IVF or loss• Letting go of perfection and food guiltThis episode is for anyone navigating fertility treatment, preparing for IVF, or pregnant after loss — and wanting clear, balanced support without overwhelm.Connect with Rachael Instagram @rachaelrobinson_fertility

Tracey Britten appeared on This Morning (a British daytime TV show) in a studio interview episode where she talked about becoming Britain’s oldest mother of quadruplets and shared her experiences with hosts including Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Tracey Britten — better known to many as the UK’s oldest mum of quadruplets. At age 50, Tracey defied the enormous odds of late-age pregnancy and IVF to welcome four beautiful children — Grace, Francesca, Fredrica, and George — into the world, making headlines across the UK and beyond. Tracey opens up about her decision to pursue fertility treatment in her 50s, the emotional and physical journey of carrying quadruplets, and the challenges of life with four newborns, from endless feeds to sleepless nights. Along the way, she reflects on public reactions — both supportive and critical — and the resilience it takes to follow your heart when society says “too old”. We also explore her life since then, including the highs and lows of raising her quads through school years, balancing family life with practical realities, and how becoming a mum again later in life changed her perspective forever. Tracey’s story is one of courage, love, and redefining what motherhood can look like — no matter your age. 🎧 Whether you’re curious about late motherhood, IVF journeys, or simply love a heartfelt human story, this episode is a must-listen.

Motherhood doesn’t just change our lives — it can quietly reshape our identity, relationships, and sense of self.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Becky Selbie, founder of (M)otherway Therapy & Coaching, for a thoughtful conversation about the emotional and psychological shifts that come with motherhood.We explore matrescence, identity change, emotional overwhelm, and why so many mothers feel pressure to “cope” rather than be supported. Becky shares insight into how therapy and coaching can help mothers feel more grounded, understood, and less alone — at every stage of motherhood.This conversation isn’t about fixing or optimising motherhood. It’s about creating space for honesty, self-compassion, and support — and recognising that caring for the mother matters just as much as caring for the child.This episode is not medical advice, but an open and compassionate discussion grounded in lived experience and therapeutic insight.Connect with BeckyInstagram @_motherway_www.motherway.co.uk

In this episode, we’re joined by Becky, a mum of one and the proud owner of Baby Sparks Cheshire East. Becky shares her passion for baby sensory development, purposeful play, and supporting families during the early months of parenthood. A certified baby massage practitioner and recent winner of The Momentum Maker Award and The Rising Star Award, Becky talks about the impact of sensory play, bonding, and building a supportive community for parents and babies.Connect with Becky Instagram@baby.sparks.cheshire.eastwww.babysparks.co.uk

Birth is often talked about in clinical terms — but the emotional experience can be just as powerful, and just as complex.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Charlotte, The Smart Doula, for an honest conversation about birth support, informed choice, and what it really means to feel held during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.We explore what doulas do (and don’t do), how emotional support can sit alongside medical care, and why advocacy, presence, and trust matter so much during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions.This conversation also touches on birth expectations, navigating when things don’t go to plan, and supporting families with care — without judgement or pressure.This episode is not medical advice, but a thoughtful discussion grounded in lived experience, reflection, and compassion.Connect with CharlotteInstagram@the.smart.doula

Amy Howarth is Head of Brand Marketing at The Evewell Clinic and an IVF mum to two daughters, aged seven and four. Her path to motherhood involved six egg collections and five embryo transfers, across NHS and private clinics — giving her deep, lived experience of the realities of fertility treatment.Before IVF, Amy spent 17 years working in fashion retail marketing. When she began trying to conceive, she set up her own consultancy to create more flexibility and reduce stress during treatment. Alongside this, she became part of the early fertility community on Instagram, building strong connections with others navigating IVF at a time when it was rarely spoken about openly.Amy began consulting with The Evewell shortly after the clinic opened, bringing together her personal IVF experience and professional expertise in patient-focused communication. She went on to join the team permanently and has spent the past three years working closely with founder Emma to shape a clinic that truly puts patients at the centre of care.Having experienced treatment from multiple perspectives — patient, advocate, and professional — Amy is passionate about honest conversations, compassionate care, and supporting people through what she remembers as one of the most challenging periods of her life.Connect with Amy on Instagram@theevewell

The path to motherhood looks different for everyone — and in this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Cindy shares her deeply personal journey with honesty and clarity.After seven years of unexplained infertility, Cindy eventually received answers, including a diagnosis of blocked fallopian tubes. She went on to pursue IVF, navigating improvements in her fertility markers, egg retrieval, and the heartbreak of miscarriage.At 41, with reflection, acceptance, and intention, Cindy made the decision to move forward with donor embryos — choosing a different path to motherhood, one grounded in self-knowledge and trust.Today, Cindy is passionate about helping other women look a little deeper when facing infertility — encouraging curiosity, self-advocacy, and asking the right questions earlier in the process.This conversation is not medical advice, but an open and honest sharing of lived experience — offering reassurance that there is no single “right” way into motherhood.Connect with Cindy Instagram@cindytwinmom

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by the Serra Malta founder of Serra Malta Jewellery for an honest and deeply human conversation about motherhood, resilience, and finding meaning through life’s most challenging moments.As a mother of twins, she shares her experience of navigating early motherhood alongside her son’s open-heart surgery at just three years old — and what it meant to hold both fear and hope at the same time. We talk about strength, uncertainty, and how creativity can become a way of processing, healing, and remembering.Our conversation explores the emotional bond between twins, the quiet realities families face during medical crises, and how jewellery can become more than adornment — a symbol of love, survival, and the stories we carry with us.This episode is for anyone navigating motherhood through unexpected challenges, or seeking reassurance that meaning can still be found even in the hardest seasons.“Shared with care and compassion.”Connect with Serra on Instagram@serramaltajewellery

Expert Conversations: Fertility, IVF & WellbeingFertility is so often spoken about in medical, fragile, or hushed tones — yet for many people, this journey is anything but quiet.In this expert conversation, I’m joined by Dr Belinda Adams, co-founder of Fertility Hero, for an honest, grounded discussion about IVF, wellbeing, and navigating a fertility space that can feel overwhelming and confusing.We talk about travelling to the US for IVF, the emotional realities of treatment, and the often-unspoken complexity of frozen embryos. We explore common fertility myths, how to think about supplements responsibly — including folic acid vs folate — and why personalised care matters.Dr Adams also shares why she stepped away from clinical practice to build Fertility Hero with her husband, and how the brand was created to feel bold and empowering — because this journey is hard, and showing up anyway matters.This episode is for anyone navigating fertility or IVF, or simply trying to work out where to start — and wanting clarity without pressure.Disclaimer “This episode is shared for information and support, not medical advice.”Connect with Dr Belinda AdamsInstagram@fertility.hero@fertilityhero.shop

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline is joined by Gaby, an online weight loss coach who specialises in supporting mums.Together, they talk honestly about weight loss, body confidence, and motherhood — without shame, pressure, or “bounce-back” culture. Gaby shares why traditional diet advice often doesn’t work for mums, how exhaustion, mental load, and lack of time affect weight and wellbeing, and what realistic, sustainable change can actually look like in real life.This conversation is about feeling healthier, not perfect — and about supporting mums with compassion rather than guilt.A reassuring listen for any mum navigating body changes, confidence, and the desire to feel more like herself again.Connect with Gaby :Instagram@gabyc_coach

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline is joined by Ashley, who shares her personal experience of birth trauma.Ashley talks openly about how her birth experience affected her emotionally and mentally, how trauma showed up in the weeks and months afterwards, and what it was like to carry those feelings while navigating early motherhood.This conversation gently explores what birth trauma can look like, why it’s often misunderstood or minimised, and the importance of being listened to, believed, and supported after a difficult birth experience.This episode is shared with care and honesty. It may resonate deeply with listeners who have experienced a challenging or traumatic birth.Listener discretion is advised.Connect with Ashley :@aidan_and_the_twins

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline is joined by Paige, a triplet mum, to talk honestly about life with three babies.Paige shares what pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood looked like with triplets — from the practical realities to the emotional adjustment, exhaustion, and the parts of multiple-parenthood that aren’t often talked about.This conversation centres real life, not perfection. It’s about survival, identity, support, and finding your feet when motherhood doesn’t look how you imagined.A reassuring listen for parents of multiples, parents-to-be, or anyone curious about what triplet motherhood is really like.Connect with Paige:@HackletdiariesTikTok @Samaraaxlove

Lots if mums in the UK start breastfeeding — but many stop much earlier than they planned. Not because they don’t care, and not because they aren’t trying hard enough, but because feeding a baby is hard in a system that often offers very little support.In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Kathryn Stagg, IBCLC, for an honest, reassuring conversation about infant feeding, combination feeding, and sleep — and what the UK breastfeeding statistics really tell us.We talk about:Why breastfeeding doesn’t always “come naturally”What’s behind the drop-off in breastfeeding rates in the UKWhy combination feeding is not a failureThe myth that feeding method determines infant sleepHow guilt and pressure show up for new parentsHow to recognise what’s normal baby behaviour versus when extra support is neededWe also reflect on the loss of community support services like Sure Start, the impact this has had on new parents — particularly twin mums and parents of multiples — and where families can now find help through newer schemes, family hubs, and support networks.This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure — and needs reminding that feeding and sleep challenges are not personal failures, and that support really matters.💛 Gentle. Evidence-based. Guilt-free.Connect with Kathryn:Kathryn Stagg, IBCLC and Holistic Sleep Coach www.kathrynstaggibclc.com@kathrynstaggibclcwww.breastfeedingtwinsandtriplets.co.uk@bftwinsuk Zoom workshops on various topics (sleep, introducing solids, Returning to Work, stopping breastfeeding) and follow-up group clinicAll of these can be booked here www.bookwhen.com/lactationcorner

Happy New Year and Welcome Back to Motherhood in Stereo.In this episode, Racheal speaks with Caroline about her experiences of twin parenting and motherhood. From daily challenges to emotional resilience, this conversation offers insight, honesty and reassurance for parents navigating life with twins.