NewlyParents

We’re back, baby! Ziggy has arrived, and after a few months of nesting and navigating newborn chaos, Jamie and Sophie are officially BACK and unfiltered as ever.  Brace yourselves as Sophie and Jamie tell us ALL about what went down in the birthing room. The magical moments, the scary moments and the… angry tarantula?! 🕷️ PLUS, we find out what happens if you fall in love with your doctor, al...

We’ve had a baby… and everything’s changed. In  NewlyParents , Sophie and Jamie Laing take you inside the reality of new parenthood..... not just the sleepless nights and emotional highs, but what it really does to your relationship. From miscommunication and tension to the moments that make it all worth it, this is an honest, unfiltered look at navigating love and life after a baby. If you’r...

If you’ve been following our journey from NearlyWeds to NewlyWeds, and then into Nearly Parents and Newly Parents, you’ll know one thing for sure: nothing ever stays quiet for long.  There’s been a lot of chatter about what’s happening to the show and who’s stepping into the “Nearly” world next. Well…it’s time to hand over the confetti. NearlyWeds with Molly & Tom is officially here 🩷 A...

The end of the year is a perfect time to reflect, so we’re looking back at the FUNNIEST moments of the podcast so far! Sometimes on the show, Jamie and Sophie get loose (borderline TOO loose) so we’ve collated all their WILDEST bits for your entertainment…  From accidental headlines to wildly inappropriate conversations, this is Jamie and Sophie at their most unfiltered.  No build-u...

While Jamie and Sophie are spending precious time looking after their new baby Ziggy, we’re re-living some of the best bits of the podcast so far. Today, we’re returning to the final EVER episode of NewlyWeds… it’s Jamie and Sophie’s two-year wedding anniversary special! The couple reminisce on their lives together; from the moment they first met and their first impressions of each other, to falli...

While Jamie and Sophie soak up those dreamy early newborn days with baby Ziggy, we’re zooming back to relive the first EVER episode of NewlyWeds… the honeymoon special! Why did Sophie vomit out of her nose? What happened to Jamie’s baggage? And did Sophie accidentally eat dog meat in Panama?  PLUS, Sophie and Jamie give us all the behind the scenes gossip from the wedding, as they answer your...

Baby Ziggy is officially here! So, while Sophie and Jamie take some time with their new arrival, we’re looking back at some of their best bits from the pod! Have your tissues at the ready as Jamie and Sophie get emotional when they revisit all the best bits from their beautiful Spanish wedding. 👰‍♀️🤵‍♂️ Hear all the speeches: the best men, Father of the bride, and of course Jamie’s tear-jer...

While Jamie and Sophie are off getting ready to welcome Baby Laing into the world, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with a special throwback episode! This week, we’re revisiting the first EVER episode of NearlyWeds. Jamie shares the moment he realised he was in love with Sophie AND we relive the proposal, including the part where things got seriously HEATED. 🔥 PLUS, the couple reflect on...

It’s the final episode of NearlyParents! With Sophie heading off on mat leave and Baby Laing arriving soon, it’s time to look back on the highs, the lows, and all the glorious madness in between.  💖 Hold on to your private parts — Sophie spills the tea on her latest pregnancy symptom, lightning crotch ⚡️ — while Jamie tries to wrap his head around how a baby can possibly brea...

It’s our second-to-last episode before Baby Laing arrives, and things are as chaotic as ever! 🧸 Jamie’s under pressure to finally pass his driving test, Sophie’s battling intense pregnancy cravings, and the two of them get into a very serious discussion about why Sophie absolutely will NOT share her placenta pills with anyone. From Sophie’s brutal midnight leg cramps to Jamie’s truly unhinged app...

In this bonus episode, Jamie and Sophie send Producer Jemima on a Bumble date! 💛 Sophie swears she’s never used a dating app, and now that she’s married, she’s realised that ship has probably sailed. So, she’s living vicariously through Jemima — while Jamie (of course) takes it upon himself to be the resident dating expert. Jamie and Sophie swap dating stories, compare notes on the&nbsp...

The countdown to Baby Laing is officially on — and Jamie and Sophie are finally discussing baby names… though not before things go hilariously off track! Jamie’s still not beating the Botox allegations, Sophie’s wondering if supernatural attraction might actually be a thing, and somehow they find themselves knee-deep in open marriages, hall passes, and bedroom icks. PLUS, the pair channel their in...

It’s Jamie’s BIRTHDAY and Sophie’s back with all the chaos, charm and (slightly questionable) singing. The pair celebrate Jamie's big day in style...from school day memories to Sophie trying out a reflexologist’s rather unusual comfort position. PLUS, a very emotional psychic reading. There are birthday gifts, a heartfelt poem, and some touchingly sweet listener messages. Oh, and Jamie’s still bra...

With Sophie very pregnant and taking a well-earned break, Jamie’s best mate Proudlock steps in for a chaotic, heartfelt, and slightly spooky Halloween special. And it’s a very special episode as it’s Proudlock’s 50th birthday! Proudlock gets real about life with two kids, the sleepless nights, the patience-testing tantrums, and the overwhelming love, that makes him tear up. ALSO, we dive into hosp...

It’s Sophie’s birthday, and Jamie’s throwing her the ultimate bash! Joining the chaos are none other than the iconic GK Barry and Ella Rutherford. Expect surprises, ridiculous gifts, and maybe even a visit from Paul Wesley 👀 GK and Ella open up about their whirlwind romance from flirty DMs to moving in after the first date. Plus, GK spills the tea on life as a WAG, and the couple reveal whether m...

This week, Jamie and Sophie are joined by Midwife Pip for a crash course in childbirth. Brace yourselves for chaos, confusion, and (hopefully) no fainting as Pip guides Jamie through the ultimate hands-on childbirth simulation. Will he rise to the challenge… or need his own epidural by the end of it? ALSO, Sophie is furious with Jamie for keeping her up all night with his whining, Jamie forces Sop...

This week, things get painfully real. Sophie straps Jamie into a labour simulator — and let’s just say, he might finally understand why women deserve every snack, foot rub, and gold medal going. Will he tough it out like a hero, or crumble faster than you can say “contractions”? ALSO, Sophie’s dreaming of a cervical sweep, Jamie’s OBSESSED with breast milk, and we get a graphic description of Soph...

This week, Sophie CRIES over Jamie’s freshly bleached hair, and reveals which band she wants performing live on the labour ward while she gives birth.  ALSO, the couple accidentally crash a nightclub, Sophie is STILL constipated, and Jamie quizzes her on what “s*x-adjacent” activities she’d be up for during pregnancy… leading to a shocking confession that might just be their wildest yet.&nbsp...

This week, Jamie and Sophie are joined by doula extraordinaire Poppy Child, who swoops in with some much-needed wisdom — and the occasional reality check.  From breathing tips to contraction hacks, Poppy talks them through the A–Z of surviving childbirth. PLUS, Poppy gives Jamie a live tutorial in perineal massage — but will Jamie’s enthusiasm score him top of the class, or just a pain in Sop...

Jamie straps on a baby bump for a day to TRY and understand Sophie’s struggle, but Sophie is NOT impressed. Meanwhile, Sophie decides she is going to pack her bags and live in SILENCE.  And just when you thought things couldn’t get wilder, Sophie and Jamie decide it’s time to spice things up and maybe try out swinging! And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your...

In this special bonus episode, we shake things up with a  Speed Dating Special ! Jamie and Sophie are joined by some very special guests, all on the hunt for love. You’ll get a sneak peak into these REAL first dates, with fun first impressions, and LOTS of unexpected moments. Will sparks fly or will it all…flop? Sophie and Jamie share their words of wisdom when it comes to navigating the dati...

Jamie is MORTIFIED when he discovers that Sophie has revealed his private parts…to the WHOLE country. But the big questions is...will Jamie start an OnlyFans? 👀 After Sophie apologises, she's horrified when she discovers just how big the baby's head could be. And she REVEALS all of her wildest pregnancy cravings. PLUS, the couple do a deep dive on their biggest icks. And OF COURSE, we love your l...

This Week on NearlyParents, Jamie and Sophie are joined by the INCREDIBLE Katherine Ryan. Katherine is brutally honest about what Jamie and Sophie have to look forward to in their parenting journey. From sleepless nights to the changing colour of her vulva, Katherine ‘s revelations TERRIFY Jamie and Sophie. 😨 Katherine also shares her connection to Rihanna and shares top tips for navigating a rel...

The living legend herself, Leona Lewis, joins Jamie and Sophie for a seriously unfiltered chat about the highs and lows of parenting. From the realities of post-baby chaos of touring with a toddler, Leona gives them the lowdown on parenting behind the scenes. She also teases brand new music, and puts Jamie through his paces with a surprise singing lesson! Will he finally manage to stay in key? (Sp...

Things get off to a chaotic start this week when Sophie and Jamie press record straight after a massive row…😬 Once they stop bickering, the couple give a heartfelt update on their pregnancy journey, opening up about the rollercoaster of feelings that come with preparing to become parents. From big decisions about the birth — like whether Jamie will cut the umbilical cord — to Sophie’s surprising...