Mamma Social - The Podcast

Welcome to Mamma Social - The Podcast! with Kayleigh Laverick and Lauren Causer. A safe and fun place to have a whinge, a bit craic, and get into the nitty gritty of motherhood, womanhood, and general adult life. We’ll be dropping a new episode every Thursday and in the meantime, you can keep up with us on Instagram @mammasocialpod / @mammasocialco Remember to like, follow, and subscribe for updates and please leave a review to help others find us! Our podcast is filmed and produced by Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio

Raising Sons Right, Managing Mam Rage, and Men’s Mental Health

In this episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh’s having a tough week, she’s on her period and wrestling with serious anger issues. The two mums share stories about their misbehaving kids, with Lauren’s son, Oax, literally kicking a lady! They also dish about how their partners drive them mad and somehow end up on a tangent about “weird” toes and fingers (yes, we’re as confused as you are!). Pits and Peaks this week explores everything from Kayleigh’s latest hobby, clay pigeon shooting, to the ongoing challenge of keeping their Not Safe for Kids podcast content away from their curious kids. This Week’s Topic is Men’s Mental Health, a crucial subject for mums and dads alike. Kayleigh and Lauren dive into the unique challenges that men face as fathers, discussing everything from the pressure to provide to dealing with postpartum issues and overstimulation. Kayleigh calls up her partner, Dale, who shares insights into the pressures of fatherhood and offers advice for other struggling dads. They also discuss the big question: how can we raise sons to be empathetic, emotionally intelligent men? In Share Your Shit, a fellow mum confesses she’s been tempted to stretch out an injury for a bit of extra rest and honestly, who can blame her? Kayleigh wraps up the episode with a surprising fact about how men view their parenting skills, leaving listeners with lots to think about. Links mentioned in this episode:  Use Code: MAMMA20 for 20% off your PoundFun shop - https://tidd.ly/3T3JMGJ  Use Code: MAMMA15 for 15% off site wide at https://prettymama.co.uk   Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio. 🦩  

11-14
01:06:55

From Trick-or-Treat Laughs to Firework Controversies – Plus a Roast Dinner Showdown!

Kayleigh and Lauren celebrate a successful Halloween, swapping funny trick-or-treat stories, with Kayleigh sharing another of Freddie’s hilarious ‘Robin Hood’ moments. Lauren’s on cloud nine after Alan Shearer liked her Instagram reel, though Glen’s less thrilled about it... In Pits and Peaks, the pair chat about sore shoulders, much-needed date nights, and some overdue ‘undercarriage’ maintenance (we know you get it, mams!). Kayleigh’s even taken up a brand new hobby – can you guess what it might be this time? This Week’s Hot Topic: Bonfire Night! Lauren’s not a big fan of the annual celebration, while Kayleigh is all about the sparkles (and keeping carrots handy for sparkler safety!). They also dig into the hot debate over fireworks around pets and whether they should be harder to get your hands on. And in Share Your Shit, things get messy with a pub poo disaster! To top it off, Kayleigh and Lauren go head-to-head over who can make the ultimate Sunday dinner. Tune in and let us know which meal you’d choose!   Links mentioned in this episode:  Use Code: MAMMA20 for 20% off your PoundFun shop - https://tidd.ly/3T3JMGJ Use Code: MAMMA15 for 15% off site wide at https://prettymama.co.uk     Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio. 🦩

11-07
57:12

Parenting Through Halloween: Costumes, Ghost Stories, and Postpartum Rage

This week on Mama Social The Podcast, hosts Lauren and Kayleigh are bringing you a Halloween special episode. They dive into the joy (and cringe) of wearing costumes as adults, with Lauren sharing her love for all things scary and inflatable. They also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about childhood costumes, like bin bags and witches' fingers, and how Halloween has become more Americanised over the years. This week’s Pits and Peaks include a holiday adventure and some honest reflections on postpartum rage. Kayleigh shares a hilarious story about her son Freddie turning into Robin Hood during their family holiday. They also open up about rage moments that every mum can relate to. As the episode wraps up, they swap spooky and ghost stories—including a real-life eerie tale from Kayleigh, who talks about her childhood ability to 'see' things that eventually faded away. To top it all off, they share a fascinating and fun Halloween fact to get you in the spooky spirit! Links mentioned in this episode:  Pretty Mama have an amazing selection of breastfeeding clothing, from sweatshirts to t-shirts and even t-shirt dresses. Their discreet zips open diagonally, so that you can breastfeed with confidence, comfortably, knowing that you're covered. Use Code: MAMMA15 for 15% off site wide at https://prettymama.co.uk  Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio. 🦩

10-31
56:47

How to Help Your Baby Sleep Better: Advice From The Little Sleep Company

This week on Mama Social The Podcast, hosts Lauren and Kayleigh are joined by Imogen from The Little Sleep Company to tackle one of the biggest parenting challenges: baby sleep. If you’re a tired mum struggling with bedtime battles or sleep regressions, this episode is packed with tips just for you! Imogen, a holistic sleep expert, shares her journey from teacher-in-training to trusted baby sleep consultant. She breaks down the essentials of creating a consistent bedtime routine, handling sleep disruptions, and dealing with those pesky developmental milestones that can mess with a baby’s sleep. The conversation is light-hearted and honest, with plenty of laughs as they cover the realities of motherhood, including how to brush off unwanted parenting advice. Imogen’s advice centres on a calm, adaptable approach—perfect for UK mums who want to ditch the strict rules and find what works best for their family.   Links mentioned in this episode:  https://www.littlesleepcompany.com/?ref=MAMMASOCIALCO Use DISCOUNT CODE: MAMMASOCIALCO to receive 10% discount with Little Sleep Company   Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio. 🦩

10-24
54:16

The Cheese Monster: Surviving Bedtime Dramas, Family Shopping Trips and School Messenger Groups

This week on Mamma Social, Kayleigh tells Lauren to care less about what she looks like in the Mamma Social neon sign light. Will the sign stay or will it go?! The ladies vent about bedtime dramas and the rarity of lie-ins (which anything after 7am is considered a lie-in).  Pits and peaks include Kayleigh’s stroppy shopping trips with her kids and partner Dale. She also talks about meeting mams that listened to the podcast and that met on a Mamma Social Co walk. For Lauren, she shares about her rubbish sleep, going to work and getting facials. They discuss the Aldi wooden toy event, re-sellers, stockpiling, and how this turns people into Vinted fiends.  This episode explores the pain of getting a place for your child in your local school and tips on how to make your school journey better. The mammas also chat through fighting to get a car parking space for school runs and the overload of school message chats.  With multiple share your sh!ts this week, they discuss more about the difficulty of raising your kids in the modern village, babies left in prams by sleep deprived mams, escaping toddlers who play with Weetabix on the floor, and children that just stare at their parents in the middle of the night. Links mentioned in this episode:  School Admissions Link - https://www.gov.uk/schools-admissions Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

10-17
01:01:32

Coping with Baby Loss: A Conversation with Elle for Baby Loss Awareness Week

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses baby loss. This week on Mamma Social The Podcast, Lauren reflects on last week’s tyre trouble and gives a candid update on how Oax is adjusting to school—sharing both the happy moments and the challenges (including some intense screaming!). Kayleigh shares her experience attending a charity boxing match and the pair explore a thought-provoking question: Should parents lie to their kids to protect them or make life easier? Special guest Elle joins the podcast for a deeply personal and important conversation in recognition of Baby Loss Awareness Week. Elle shares her heartbreaking story of losing her daughter, Giorgia, who was stillborn at full term in 2019. She discusses how she explained the loss to her 3-year-old son, the emotional journey of coming to terms with having no clear answers, and how she coped with the overwhelming grief. Elle also talks about the support she received from Tommy’s, a leading charity dedicated to preventing baby loss, as well as her experience navigating another pregnancy while dealing with anxiety and fear. She offers practical advice for parents going through similar situations, such as taking one step at a time, and highlights supportive organisations that were crucial in her healing journey. Elle stresses the importance of breaking the silence around baby loss—encouraging listeners to simply ask bereaved parents about their baby, listen to their stories, and be there for them. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Tommy’s www.tommys.org/baby-loss-support Aching Arms www.achingarms.co.uk Petal’s www.petalscharity.org/ The Worst Girl Gang Ever https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/ Sands https://www.sands.org.uk/ Read Elle’s Blog Post www.tommys.org/baby-loss-support/baby-loss-stories/baby-loss-stories/i-never-realised-id-need-support-tommys   Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!   This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩  

10-10
01:00:11

How to Find Your Community, Survive Parenting Fails, and Rediscover Yourself

(Trigger Warning: Discussions of Suicide and Mental Health) Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode. BetterHelp makes therapy a lot more accessible and even more so with a month’s worth of free therapy, up to 4 sessions when you sign up to be a Mamma Social member. After your free sessions, you’ll also receive 15% off future usage. Head to mammasocialco.com/becomeamember to sign up. This week on Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh takes over solo as Lauren deals with a car breakdown. Kayleigh shares her pits and peaks, from a hilarious parenting fail (her daughter wore pyjama bottoms to school!) to a husband mishap at an awards show. This episode dives into Modern vs. Traditional Parenting and explores how the phrase “it takes a village” fits into today’s less communal society. Kayleigh shares her journey of feeling lost as a mam and how Mamma Social helps UK mums find the support and community they need. She encourages other mums to rediscover activities that reignite their passion and well-being. Special guest Julie, the first volunteer for Mamma Social and now a paid member of staff, offers her must-have tips for surviving motherhood with a focus on community support. Lauren joins later to share her chaotic morning and weigh in on a fun listener question: Can you choose your baby’s belly button type?   Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco   Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!   This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 #MammaSocialThePodcast #MammaSocial #UKMums #ModernParenting #Community #ParentingAdvice #ParentingFails #UKParentingPodcast #ParentingPodcast   XA8HjlorZOMT7LP8Dhci

10-03
38:52

Stress Relief, Women’s Health, and How Housework Can Spice Up Your Relationship

Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode. BetterHelp makes therapy a lot more accessible and even more so with a month’s worth of free therapy, up to 4 sessions when you sign up to be a Mamma Social member. After your free sessions, you’ll also receive 15% off future usage. Head to mammasocialco.com/becomeamember to sign up. This week on Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh discovers a surprising source of her morning stress—it’s not the kids, but herself! After trying a calm approach, she’s amazed by the results. The ladies also vent about handling household duties and the lack of partner support. Kayleigh reveals how housework might actually spark romance—take note, guys! Pits and Peaks include the relief of summer holidays ending (for Lauren) and spouses being away for football matches. They explore the spotlight effect and how people are too focused on themselves to notice our mistakes. The main topic is Women’s Health. Kayleigh and Lauren celebrate the awesomeness of women while discussing the lack of education around hormones and cycles. They chat with Tash, a pelvic health expert, about the business side of healthcare and share top tips for managing health. They also highlight their favourite health products and critique how companies exploit women’s insecurities. Plus, Kayleigh shares a shocking fact about women being diagnosed much later than men. In this week's Share Your Shit, a mum’s concerns about her daughter’s ‘mature’ Halloween costume leads to a lively debate around appropriate clothing for children. Products mentioned in this episode: Try Enterosgel For Adults: https://amzn.to/3Nbi7kN Try Enterosgel For Kids: https://amzn.to/3XulfNa Get Involved: Share Your Shit with us! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! #StressManagement #WomensHealth #ParentingStruggles #HealthTips #SelfCarr #MammaSocialThePodcast #HealthAndWellness #UKMums This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

09-26
01:10:17

Parent Guilt: Mistakes, Parenting Challenges, and How Mams and Dads Cope

Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode. BetterHelp makes therapy a lot more accessible and even more so with a month’s worth of free therapy, up to 4 sessions when you sign up to be a Mamma Social member. After your free sessions, you’ll also receive 15% off future usage. Head to mammasocialco.com/becomeamember to sign up. In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren kick things off with a hilarious (and slightly chaotic) story from the Sephora opening in Newcastle, where things took an unexpected turn after not one, but two rounds of projectile vomiting! Pits and peaks this week include fresh haircuts and football shenanigans. The main topic? Parent guilt—the kind that keeps us up at night, whether it’s stressing over mistakes we make with our kids or wondering if frozen food for dinner is really that bad. Kayleigh and Lauren dive into guilt and how this can look different for mums and dads, with Kayleigh even roping in her husband Dale to get a dad’s perspective. In Share Your Sh!t, things get real as the ladies discuss body-shaming grandparents and a mum wrestling with guilt over limiting family contact. Plus, Kayleigh drops a jaw-dropping stat—90% of mums experience mum guilt on the regular. Share Your Sh!t via our New Email! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco   Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!   #ParentingGuilt #ParentingStruggles #MumGuilt #DadGuilt #UKMums #ParentingTips #MumPodcast #MammaSocialPodcast #ModernParenting This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

09-19
01:03:05

Blended Families, Step-Parenting Realities, and School Drop-Off Disasters

Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode. BetterHelp makes therapy a lot more accessible and even more so with a month’s worth of free therapy, up to 4 sessions when you sign up to be a Mamma Social member. After your free sessions, you’ll also receive 15% off future usage. Head to mammasocialco.com/becomeamember to sign up. In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, the hot topic this week is all about blended families and step-parenting. How do you navigate being a step-parent in today’s UK family dynamic? When is the right time to introduce ‘step-mum’ or ‘step-dad’ titles, or should you skip them altogether? Kayleigh and Lauren share their personal takes, asking whether it’s easier for men or women to step into this role, and the tough question of whether step-parents should discipline children. They also remind us how step-parents are total superhumans for taking on such an important role. Pits and Peaks this week serve up a mix of laughs and shocks. Kayleigh shares a hilarious story involving the spa and a towel, while Lauren recounts a scary accident with Oakes, plus the worst school drop-off ever! In this week's Share Your Sh!t segment, we tackle a classic ‘’you’re not my mum!” moment, with practical advice on handling step-parenting challenges. The ladies also discuss how every step-family situation is unique, and they highlight some eye-opening stats about how blended families are becoming one of the fastest-growing family types in the UK. To wrap things up, Kayleigh and Lauren read out some lovely listener reviews and give a gentle nudge—don’t forget to leave your own review because it really helps the pod grow! Share Your Sh!t via our New Email! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! #Parenting #UKMams #UKMums #StepFamilies #BlendedFamilies #MammaSocialThePodcast #ParentingPodcast This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

09-12
01:06:53

Kids' Hobbies, Exhaustion, and Running Dilemma’s

Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode. BetterHelp makes therapy a lot more accessible and even more so with a month’s worth of free therapy, up to 4 sessions when you sign up to be a Mamma Social member. After your free sessions, you’ll also receive 15% off future usage. Head to mammasocialco.com/becomeamember to sign up. In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren are on a mission to keep it real—because what UK mum isn't knackered at the moment? Lauren’s riding high after finally getting a lie-in (after some serious begging), while Kayleigh has made a shocking discovery: running? Not for her. If you’re a mum who’s tried (and failed) to fall in love with running, you’ll be nodding along with this one! Kayleigh’s new motto for the week is simple but genius: do small things—because, let’s face it, that’s all we’ve got energy for most days. The convo takes a tasty turn as Lauren spills the beans on her new obsession with protein shakes (move over, morning cuppa!), and they both swap tales of food intolerances. Pits and Peaks include the daily battle against messy homes (spoiler: the mess is winning), the bliss of cozying up in Uggs, and the sobering truth that a night out just doesn’t hit the same anymore. Kayleigh also shares a gross ick involving some soggy tuna sandwiches. This week’s topic is hobbies for the kiddos: Should we be pushing them into hobbies, or just letting them figure it out on their own? And what kind of parent are you when it comes to hobbies—hands-on, hands-off, or somewhere in between? In our Share Your Sh!t segment, we’re dishing out some no-nonsense advice for UK mums on how to nudge the kids into new interests without losing your sanity. Share Your Sh!t via our New Email! podcast@mammasocialco.com Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!

09-05
01:01:10

Getting Ready for School: From Family Time to GCSE Anxiety

In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren recap the results of the ‘Kiss Goodnight’ poll, and the outcome is not what we were expecting...  Peaks of the week include lovely family time, we can’t get enough of it over here… although getting the kids to bed is the pits! As they lament the challenge of bedtime, we all wonder why is it so hard sometimes?  Kayleigh shares a parenting fail of the week, where she lost control, and the gals muse over whether her actions will have long term effects. How do you course correct yourself as a parent when you find yourself stepping into patterns you didn’t mean to? To lighten things up we also hear about an unfortunate (but funny) boating incident…This week’s topic focuses Autumn resolutions as we get the kids ready to go back to school - anything to work on or improve as the days towards a new season get closer? Both have plans to get the house ready, and make space for seasonal decorations. After all, that long word we all love so much, is just around the corner - hello, inflatable Santa!  Lastly, we hear some thoughts on this week’s viewer / listener question - how to tackle anxiety around GCSE’s. Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! #ConsciousParenting #ParentingChallenges #ParentTips #ParentFail #FamilyTimes #PodcastRecommendations #ParentingPodcast #FamilyLife #Decluttering #MammaSocialThePodcast

08-29
57:24

Summer Holiday Struggles: Managing Housework, Finances, and Staying Connected with Your Partner

In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren delve into the challenges of parenting as the summer holidays come to a close. They share their Pits and Peaks, including a memorable family trip to Beamish and a magical experience at The Wizard of Oz theatre. The conversation explores the joys and struggles of raising kids who grow up together, and the difficulty of keeping a tidy home during the summer break. They also discuss finances, debating the pros and cons of using Klarna—is it a helpful tool or just a trap for debt? They also express frustration over the lack of financial education in UK schools. The main topic this week is managing housework while the kids are home for the summer holidays. Kayleigh and Lauren also highlight the importance of date nights and staying connected with your partner. Do you kiss your partner goodnight? Is it a small but significant gesture that can strengthen your relationship? Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:00:57 - How are yous? 00:09:59 - Pits and Peaks 00:22:38 - End of Six Weeks School Holidays 00:38:42 - Share your sh!t 00:47:28 - Kayleigh’s Fact of the Week 00:54:46 - Outro Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 (Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!) #SchoolHolidayEssentials #SchoolHolidaysUK #SummerHolidaysUK #SummerFunForKids #KidsPass #Decluttering #MammaSocialThePodcast

08-22
55:29

From Summer Fun to School Prep: Essential Tips for UK Mams on Uniforms, Lunches, and Me-Time

In this week’s episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren are braving the summer heat, with Kayleigh opening up about her sensory sensitivities and her hate for sweaty legs. They chat about their favourite comfort shows and Kayleigh’s recent anniversary getaway to Benidorm with Dale. This episode focuses on preparing for the return to school or nursery. Kayleigh and Lauren cover crucial tips for UK parents, including how to register for school, choosing school uniforms (and whether branded uniforms are necessary), and deciding between packed lunches and school dinners. Their top piece of advice? Be prepared! In the Share Your Shit segment, they offer guidance to a mum whose child is starting school soon, giving her more time to herself for the first time in years. Their advice? Enjoy the extra peace and find a new hobby! Visit Kids Pass to Discover Exclusive Discounts on Days Out With The Kids https://tidd.ly/3SuL5z7 Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:00:59 - How are yous? 00:13:18 - Pits and Peaks 00:23:51 - Back to School for UK Mams 00:41:12 - Share your sh!t 00:50:37 - Kayleigh’s Fact of the Week 00:53:11 - Outro Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us! #SchoolHolidayEssentials #SchoolHolidaysUK #SummerHolidaysUK #SummerFunForKids #KidsPass #Decluttering #MammaSocialThePodcast

08-15
54:19

School Holiday Essentials: Tips, Fun Activities, and Discounts for UK Mams

In the latest episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren chat about the sweltering summer heat. It’s been a quiet week, with Kayleigh tackling a summer clear-out. They explore the debate between ruthless decluttering and getting sentimental about your belongings. Pits and peaks this week include making core memories and surviving the first two weeks of the summer holidays. The episode dives into school holiday essentials. What are your must-haves for making the most of the school break? The ladies discuss paddling pools, picnics, and the ever-expensive soft play—seriously, why does it cost so much? They also highlight discount opportunities for family days out, such as Kids Pass, which offers savings on various activities. (Link below for more information.) Their advice for the school holidays? Keep it light, bright, and budget-friendly! In this week’s Share Your Shit, they address a mum’s breastfeeding concerns—how long should you breastfeed, and how to handle those unwanted looks in public? Plus, Kayleigh’s fact of the week introduces the quirky tradition of 'Tattie Holidays'—have you heard of it? Visit Kids Pass to Discover Exclusive Discounts on Days Out With The Kids https://tidd.ly/3SuL5z7 Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 (Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!) #SchoolHolidayEssentials #SchoolHolidaysUK #SummerHolidaysUK #SummerFunForKids #KidsPass #Decluttering #MammaSocialThePodcast

08-08
32:54

Celebrating Breastfeeding Awareness Week: Essential Tips and Products for UK Mams

In this week's episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren dive into Breastfeeding Awareness Week (1st to 8th August).  They discuss the challenges of breastfeeding, including knowing when to stop and the difficulties of breastfeeding after having a second child. The ladies touch on the judgement mums often face and emphasise that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to feeding your baby. The phrase “breast is best” doesn’t reflect everyone’s experience. They highlight game-changing breastfeeding products like nipple pads and Pretty Mama clothing that make breastfeeding easier. The conversation also covers those awkward moments when others, especially men, seem uncomfortable around you while breastfeeding. In this week’s  Share Your Shit segment, they address the topic of in-laws and unannounced visits, stressing the importance of setting boundaries and effective communication. Plus, Kayleigh’s fact of the week reveals that eating garlic can make your breast milk taste garlicky—and surprisingly, babies tend to prefer it! Explore Pretty Mama and enjoy 15% off with our exclusive discount code ‘MAMMA15’ https://tidd.ly/3A2kBhP Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 (Some of our special discount codes are affiliate links, which help keep this podcast going. It won’t cost you a penny extra, but it does give us a little boost. Thanks for supporting us!) #BreastfeedingAwarenessWeek #BreastfeedingTips #UKMums #ParentingPodcast #BreastFeedingTips #PrettyMama #MammaSocialThePodcast

08-01
41:55

Summer Holidays and Unexpected Hobbies for Mams

In the latest episode of  Mamma Social The Podcast, things get a tad chaotic as Kayleigh and Lauren are riding a sugar rush. Lauren kicks things off with a hilarious tale of a camel toe scare in her new jeans and advocates for embracing the camel toe with confidence. The ladies vent about mams and their knack for unwelcome advice, while pits and peaks include the start of the dreaded summer holidays and Kayleigh's unexpected new hobbies: cricket and MMA fighting—who’d have thought? They tackle the important question: when do you know you're ready to have kids? Their verdict: it’s all about that gut feeling—or take Lauren’s advice and test your nurturing skills with a dog first. Gentle versus old-school parenting styles go head-to-head, with a side order of shedding childhood baggage and knowing when to say sorry. Because let's be real, parenting is like trying to fold a fitted sheet—exhausting, confusing, and occasionally involves swearing. Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:01:01 - How are yous? 00:06:44 - Pits and Peaks 00:19:53 - I thought you meant… 00:22:40 - Signs your ready to have kids 00:35:03 - Share your sh!t 00:45:33 - Kayleigh’s Fact of the Week 00:49:00 - Outro Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

07-25
50:00

Core Memories, Motherhood, and Mental Health

In the latest episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing on core childhood memories like cardboard cars and karaoke machines. Peaks and pits of the week include Lauren getting vommed on and Kayleigh’s fantasy of being a mam of four.  The ladies dish on the struggles of free time as a parent and tackle the big topic of maternal mental health, stressing the importance of therapy—because who doesn’t need a little 'human maintenance'? Parenting pet peeves are on the table this week—feeding and hair-washing are the top offenders. Plus, Kayleigh’s got a wild, slightly concerning story about Freddie choosing mealworms over veggies. Kayleigh’s fact of the week: why women cry more than men, has them agreeing on the importance of a good old maintenance cry. Plus, things get real with an important health PSA: check your boobs and book your smear tests, ladies!" Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:01:10 - How are yous? 00:09:54 - Pits and Peaks 00:17:59 - Our thoughts on Maternal Mental Health 00:26:50 - Share your sh!t 00:42:55 - Kayleigh’s Fact of the Week 00:45:52 - Outro Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

07-18
46:48

Spa Escapes and Parenting Debates

In the latest episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, Kayleigh and Lauren are back, positively glowing after a rejuvenating weekend at the spa—definitely their shared peak of the week! Pits of the week include Lauren’s spa break disaster, which can be summed up in two words: Uber and vomit. Kayleigh’s got her own wild story which involves doing the tango with an aggressive man. It's all about the drama this week! Ever dealt with kids who think flushing the toilet is optional? The ladies dive into that dilemma: should you make your child clean up the bathroom mess they left behind? This week’s episode features an 'ask us anything' segment where the ladies spill the beans on topics like age gaps, first-time mum regrets and maternity leave woes. Kayleigh hits us with her fact of the week about babies' brains and butterflies, while Lauren shares a hilarious, but completely untrue fact about eyeballs. And there’s big news! We’re so pleased to announce our newest Brand Partner BetterHelp! It is a deep-rooted goal to offer better access to services to our members and we feel we’ve found a truly needed service with this partnership. Along with the free month of therapy, you’ll receive a further 15% off any future usage of BetterHelp. Find out more about how you can become a member of Mamma Social here - https://www.mammasocialco.com/becomeamember Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:01:04 - How are yous? 00:11:15 - Pits and Peaks 00:26:50 - Ask Us Anything - Parenting Questions 00:48:39 - Kayleigh’s Fact of the Week 00:57:14 - Share your sh!t 00:59:43 - Outro Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩

07-11
01:00:18

Birthday Feels and Tattoo Regrets

In the latest episode of Mamma Social The Podcast, it’s still too hot outside! The ladies discuss why you should never water your bush leaves and share their love for Steven Mulhern and the show 'In for a Penny, In for a Pound'. They reminisce about childhood holidays, with Kayleigh sharing her story of getting robbed at Flamingo Land. It's Kayleigh's birthday! The ladies chat about birthday superstitions and why Lauren never opens her birthday cards early anymore after some bad luck. Kayleigh reflects on being nearly 40 but still feeling 17. They also talk tattoos and regrets, with Lauren revealing that she got her back tattoo (from when she was 15) lasered off without numbing cream. This week's Pits and Peaks include Kayleigh finally getting her phone back and the weather being too hot to sleep. In the 'Share Your Shit' segment, a listener shares a funny story about private parts and fairies, while another listener shares a poignant story about losing a friend.Kayleigh wraps up with her fact of the week, which is all about the moon and how it can make you a few stone lighter. Jump to: 00:00:00 - Intro & Episode Highlights 00:00:53 - How are yous? 00:07:45 - Birthdays as a Mam and Tattoos 00:21:36 - Pits and Peaks 00:24:04 - Share your sh!t 00:30:33- Kayleigh's fact of the week 00:35:53 - Outro Check out the Mamma Social Website https://www.mammasocialco.com/ Follow Mamma Social The Pod on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialpod/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mammasocialco/ Follow Mamma Social Co on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mammasocialco This podcast was filmed and produced at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩 www.flamingoheights.co.uk

07-04
36:32

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