A Moment With Murphy

In this episode of A Moment With Murphy, Kerry is joined by Lorraine, a midwife and mum of three, to talk about life on both sides of birth.Lorraine shares her experience of supporting women through some of the most powerful, emotional and unpredictable moments of their lives, while also reflecting on her own very personal journey into motherhood. From birth plans and expectations to the reality that birth can so often take its own path, this is a moving and honest conversation about trust, strength, fear and the people who help carry us through. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of A Moment with Murphy, Kerri is joined by actor and mum of two, Brooke Vincent, for an honest conversation about raising children in a very different world from the one we grew up in.They talk about the pressures modern parents face, the chaos of everyday family life and why it might be the smallest moments our children remember most.From football mornings and feral boys to childhood memories and the simplicity of buttery toast, this episode is a reminder that it’s often the little things that matter most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kerri is joined by Lyndsay, one of the founders of Dandelion Military Families, to talk about parenting within the realities of military life.After a traumatic birth and a move across the country with a newborn, Lyndsay found herself navigating early motherhood without the support networks many parents rely on. Her experience led to the creation of Dandelion Military Families, a peer support and advocacy network connecting military parents and raising awareness of the challenges they can face.If you’d like to share a story or a subject that matters to you, you can get in touch at hello@amomentwithmurphy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sophie Bradbury-Cox shares her experience of motherhood.Sophie talks about life with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, raising her daughter Zara and the joy they find in everyday moments together.If this episode resonates with you and you’d like to share your story, you can get in touch at hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Rebecca shares her story of becoming a surrogate for her friends.What began with friendship became something extraordinary - carrying their daughter and helping them grow their family.She speaks honestly about surrogacy, postpartum and the emotional impact of the experience.If you’d like to take a moment to talk about something that matters to you, you can email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kerri is joined by Laura to talk about life with her non-speaking autistic son, Ethan, and their journey with AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).Laura shares what it was like when Ethan had no reliable way to communicate, the barriers they faced and how finding the right support changed things for their whole family.If you’d ever like to share something important to you, you can email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For Children’s Mental Health Week, Kerri is joined by Jenny Chesworth to talk about raising emotionally confident children in a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming.Jenny shares her own experience of childhood panic attacks, navigating health anxiety as a new mum and how supporting her son through anxiety led her to create thousands of practical mental health resources now used by families and professionals worldwide.You can find Jenny’s resources at behappyresources.co.uk.And if you’d like to share something that matters to you, you can always get in touch at hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerri is joined by Naomi Oates, to talk about premature birth and life in NICU. From reduced movements and an early delivery to the reality of incubators and hospital corridors, Naomi shares what it felt like to become a parent in the most unexpected way.If you’d like to take a moment to share something that matters to you, email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of A Moment with Murphy, Kerri is joined by Vicki Winn, who shares her son Harry’s story - from early symptoms that looked like everyday childhood illness, to a leukaemia diagnosis, treatment and life beyond the bell.Content note: childhood cancer, sepsis, intensive care.If you’d like to take a moment to share something that matters to you, email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of A Moment With Murphy, Kerri is joined by Laura Gallagher to talk about her IVF journey.Laura shares what it’s really like to navigate fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, anxiety and the pressure to feel grateful once you finally become a mum.This is a conversation about how families are made - and how hard-won that magic can be.Content note: This episode includes discussion of IVF, miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.If you’d like to take a moment to share something that matters to you, email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 2 of A Moment With Murphy, Kerri welcomes Harriet Brettell - a mum of three with professional experience in schools - for an honest, practical conversation about the EHCP process.Harriet shares what she’s learned while securing support for her children, why EHCPs are based on need (not diagnosis), and how parents can find their voice, build their case and keep going when the system feels stacked against them.If you’d like to take a moment to share a subject that matters to you, email hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kerri speaks with Sophie about her daughter Rosie, who was born in 2022. Sophie shares her experience of loss, motherhood and the quiet ways Rosie continues to shape her family’s life.This is a beautiful conversation about grief, kindness and learning to live with what is - finding small moments of light, even in the hardest days.Content note: This episode discusses baby loss.If you’d like to take a moment to share something you feel is important to discuss, you can email us at hello@amomentwithmurphy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Moment With Murphy is a warm, reflective podcast offering parents a quiet pause in the middle of their busy lives. Host Kerri Cunningham, illustrator and writer behind Murphy’s Sketches, blends gentle poetry with heartfelt conversations with guests who open up about subjects that truly matter to them.Every episode gives you a moment to breathe and an honest moment for guests to share their story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.