Tod Talks from Toddle About

Subscribe to the free magazine:⁠⁠https://toddleabout.co.uk/magazine/north-hampshire-west-berks/ In this episode of Tod Talks, Bill Clapson speaks with Luke Roberts, architectural designer and founder of House Made Ready. This is a smart platform helping families understand their home’s true value and potential. Whether you are outgrowing your two bed house, considering an extension, or weighing a...

Subscribe to the free magazine: ⁠⁠https://toddleabout.co.uk/magazine/north-hampshire-west-berks/ In this episode of Tod Talks , Bill is joined by Larri, the doula behind LarenaDoula, to unpack what a doula really does and why having the right support can make such a difference during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Larri explains how doulas support pregnant parents emotionally and practically, help...

Welcome to Season 2 of Tod Talks from Toddle About. To kick off this brand new season Bill is once again joined by Emily his partner in life and work to chat through some of the fantastic content featured in this quarter’s winter issue of Toddle About. From exclusive discounts to inspiration for days out this issue has got it all. There is even a chance to win some seriously awesome prizes. Bill a...

Welcome to a special end-of-year episode of Tod Talks . This 2025 highlights edition looks back at some of the standout moments from across the year - the conversations that made us laugh, the stories that surprised us, and the local businesses doing brilliant work to support families with young children. You’ll hear clips from a wide range of episodes, featuring childcare providers, community org...

In this episode of Tod Talks, Bill chats with Sammy, founder of Happy Hearts First Aid and co-creator of the Ouch Pouch. A former nurse and teacher, Sammy shares how her practical, empowering first aid training helps parents feel confident and calm in emergencies. She discusses how Happy Hearts got started, what makes her baby and child first aid sessions unique, and how the Ouch Pouch was created...

In this special episode of Tod Talks , Emily Clapson takes over hosting duties to interview her husband Bill Clapson, franchisee of Toddle About in North Hampshire, West Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and South Bucks. They break down how Toddle About has grown from a single magazine to a regional network supporting thousands of families with children aged 0–5. From free print subscriptions to live events...

In this episode of Tod Talks , Bill sits down with Michelle Vint – a certified Sleep Nanny and passionate parenting support professional – to explore how sleep consulting really works, why “cry it out” is outdated, and how even small changes can make a huge difference to your child’s sleep routine. Whether you’re navigating nap chaos or dealing with a toddler who just won’t stay in their bed, this...

In this episode of Tod Talks , Bill chats with Sophie , Marketing Manager at Bekonscot Model Village and Railway in Beaconsfield — the world’s oldest original model village! Sophie shares the fascinating story behind Bekonscot’s 95-year legacy, how it continues to delight families and school trips, and the incredible charitable work it does through the Roland Ingham Foundation , donating over £21...

In this episode of Tod Talks , Bill sits down with Michelle - a mum, entrepreneur, and long‑time Utility Warehouse partner. Michelle talks about her journey from becoming a Utility Warehouse customer to running it as part of her family’s income, gaining priceless flexibility and peace of mind along the way. Michelle explains how UW bundles essential services like energy, broadband, mobile, and ins...

In this flavour-packed episode of Tod Talks , Bill chats with Georgie and Andy, the duo behind Spice Bag Co , a Bristol-based food truck serving up Ireland’s most addictive takeaway secret: the spice bag. After 12 years working on superyachts as a captain and a chef, Georgie and Andy traded the sea for the street and launched a bold new food venture. They break down what a spice bag actually is (c...

In this episode of Tod Talks , Bill is joined by Natalie, founder of HT Mirrors —a brilliant small business creating bold, safe, and beautiful acrylic mirrors for kids’ bedrooms, nurseries, and sensory spaces. Natalie shares how a DIY project for her son’s room sparked the idea, and how her background in psychology and neurodiversity informed the mission behind HT Mirrors. Each piece is hand-paint...

Alex Nicholls joins Bill on the latest episode of Tod Talks to chat about all things Tropic. From how the business was founded to what exactly can be found in big brand beauty products, Alex lifts the lid and shares some amazing facts. We also find out which Tropic products could be right for your baby and you as a new Mum.  You can find out more about Tropic at https://tropicskincare.com/pages/al...

Tom Brown has played for some of the biggest names in rugby - earning a cap for Wales, competing for Cardiff Blues, Dragons RFC, and Worcester Warriors, and racking up over 30 appearances in top-flight rugby. Now, as Director of Rugbytots South Bucks, Tom brings that same passion to the pitch - just with smaller players! In this episode, Tom shares his journey from the elite level to early years c...

In this episode of  Tod Talks , Bill is joined by Lisa and Helen from Hampshire Hospitals Charity to explore how the charity makes a real difference to families across North Hants and West Berkshire. From colour runs and community events to building sensory rooms and funding children’s wards, discover how this incredible team works to create warmer, more supportive hospital experiences for little...

In this debut episode of  Tod Talks , Bill Clapson sits down with Chloe, founder of The Nanny Network, to explore how she's connecting families with nannies in a personal, caring, and community-driven way. From understanding the process of hiring a nanny to building a support network for childcare professionals, Chloe shares her inspiring journey from nanny to agency owner—and how Toddle About has...