The Growing Mums Podcast

Are you a mum who wants a change of career but doesn't know where to start? You know you want to feel valued, fulfilled, enthusiastic and passionate about work but you can't see how you are going to make the change? This was me. I was unhappy in my job and I wanted to make a change but I didn't know where to begin. I had a vague idea of starting a podcast but I thought that was completely out of m...

So this episode went way deeper than I was planning! Josi basically gave me a therapy session on the podcast and wow, she really sees into your soul! I think it's fair to say that the vast majority of us who grew up in the 80s/90s and spent our teenage year idolising Kate Moss, "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels", might have a complicated and somewhat unhealthy relationship with food. In this...

Wow, I am having some real pinch me moments on the podcast! Here is Sophie Harris AKA Looking after mum. Sophie and I discuss pregnancy and post natal mental health, how the mental health of new mothers is completely neglected by our services, what post partum depression might look like and ways to manage symptoms of this. How to manage anxious thoughts and Sophie's accessible resource for all mum...

This episode is extremely close to my heart. Meghan speaks so openly about her family's day-to-life, managing all of the difficulties and battles that come with a diagnosis of Rett Syndrome. Rett syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in girls, and leads to severe impairments, affecting nearly every aspect of the child’s life: their ability to speak, walk,...

Wow, What a guest! I am properly fan girling right now! I can't believe that THE Kerry Secker actually agreed to come on the podcast. She was fantastic and I absolutely loved chatting all things sleep with her. Kerry and I went in deep and discussed practical tips for helping your baby to sleep, why there are no bad habits and why some parents resort to 'sleep training'. Kerry shared what she has...

In this episode Angela and I talk about the working/kids juggle, managing career goals, unpredictable pre-schoolers, what it’s like to have more than one child and how the dynamic changes each time you increase the size of your family. We talk about losing yourself and reconnecting with your new, improved self. We discuss the difference between going to work and being at home with the kids, being...

In this episode, Jade tells me what it's really like to be gentle, conscious and respectful parent in all areas of life and gives us a little insight into her day to day experience of motherhood. We talk Sarah Ockwell-Smith, Janet Lansbury and we both share how difficult to is to maintain boundaries with our children and why they sometimes end up having an ice-lolly for breakfast! Jade talks about...

Rosie Leach, also known as the growth guru, is a highly regarded and sought-after life coach specialising in self-worth. With a practical approach to self-development and personal growth, Rosie has helped countless individuals unlock their true potential and live a more fulfilling life. Through her own life struggles and experiences, her degree in psychology and various coaching certifications, Ro...

In this episode, I introduce myself a bit more and talk about how I came to making a podcast. I answer a range of listener questions around things to do in the summer holidays on a budget, sleep, the clock changes and I delve into my experience of being offered £1000 for a foot pic! Thanks so much for all the support. I hope you are all having a great week. Week 6 of the summer hols, we did it! Lo...

In this episode, Sophie and I discuss how parenting has changed over time and what that can look like in school, how schools have adapted to give children the best start, what parents can do to prepare their child for starting school and the changes that you might see in your child when they start school. We also discuss what your child will be doing all day and try and reassure parents that early...

In this episode we discuss post-natal fitness, solo parenting, how time for yourself can only benefit your family, accountability and why cardio isn't all it's cracked up to be. Nicole @thepowerofmum is incredibly knowledgeable on her subject and her programme is fantastic. Here is a link to @Roxyfitblog, the c-section specialist that we discussed in the show. https://www.roxyfit.co.uk/blog As alw...

In this episode, I chat with the incredibly lovely and knowledgeable 'Sleep Coach Mom' AKA Ellanee Wilson. Sleep training is such a divisive topic but I really urge anyone who is anti-sleep training to listen to this with an open mind. This is a non-judgemental podcast and I hope that this comes across in the episode. There is no right or wrong when it comes to baby and toddler sleep, we all have...

In this pilot episode, Kiera talks to Expert Midwife and Baby Massage & Sensory Class leader Bumble&Bea.  We discuss all things pregnancy and birth as well as antenatal care, the NHS crisis and what it's like to be a working mother, partner and business owner. Bea shares her expert knowledge and her passion for providing parents with a safe, comforting place to bring their children, w...