Mums, Work and Chaos

In this moving episode, join me as I talk to the wonderful Beth Bigler aka @honoringouranimals as we explore the often-overlooked topic of pet loss. We delve into the emotional journey of losing a cherished family pet and the importance of recognising and allowing ourselves to grieve for these beloved members of our households. Beth shares insights on navigating the delicate process of talking to...

In this episode, I'm joined by @thesexedmum in a candid and insightful conversation as we delve into the often challenging but crucial topic of discussing sex with our children. From handling awkward questions to creating an open dialogue about intimacy, our guest expert shares practical tips, and age-appropriate approaches to help parents navigate this important aspect of their child's de...

Did you know... Menopause is only one day in a woman's life, which is exactly when she has not had a period for 12 months?! In this episode, I am joined by @hollythemenopausecoach we discuss her experience of early menopause, what menopause symptoms look like (some were surprising) and how we can protect against side effects such as bone density loss and weight gain. Holly breaks down the dive...

This week the wonderful Emily Hughes returns to answer your questions about teenage behaviour. As a Conscious Parenting Coach and former secondary school teacher Emily answers your questions about the confusing world of teenage behaviour. We all know that those teenage years are a turbulent time both for teens and their parents, and understanding the intricacies of this phase is crucial. Emily&#39...

In this episode, I speak to Nicola from @happyhomelearninguk all about HOMEWORK. It's a dreaded time of the week for both adults and Children alike, but how can we alleviate some of that pain? Nicola offers helpful hints and tips along with her own strategies and insights to make homework a breeze for students and parents alike. Homework doesn't have to be a source of stress; it can be a r...

In this episode, I ask your questions to Leanne, @therealistic_healthvisitor_ aiming to give you the answers to your questions about sleep, eating habits, giving up the dummy and so much more. Leanne is regularly out in the community helping mothers every day, she also aims to stay as up-to-date with the latest research as possible. Listening to this episode, you'll gain valuable insights and...

In this episode I dive headfirst into the world of sustainable fashion and personal style with the fabulous and eco-conscious guest, B, known as @and_sewshedid on Instagram. Join us as we embark on a journey to explore how sustainable fashion can seamlessly integrate into the lives of busy parents, especially mothers. B, a seasoned sustainability advocate and a mother herself, shares her insights...

In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Jacqueline Kelly, founder of "Our Brave Hearts," to delve deep into the fascinating and often unheard-of, concept of Matressance. Matressance, a term that describes the emotional and psychological changes that accompany becoming a mother, provides a fresh perspective on this life-altering experience. Join me as Jacqueline shares her insights and person...

In the first episode of season 3, we delve into the deeply personal and often unspoken challenges faced by parents dealing with mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Aksinia (aka @mumhacksforyou ) is a comedic genius and mental health advocate. In this episode, we discuss navigating our own mental health journies while parenting. From discussing the stigma surrounding ment...

In the fifth episode of the "Starting School" series, I talk to Jo all about preparing your children for starting school. Jo recently left her teaching job to start her own business "School Ready With Jo". With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for fostering early childhood development, Jo's expertise shines as she shares invaluable tips and strategies to ensure children...

In this episode I welcome back the wonderful Emma aka @dietitian.withadifference answers your questions about how to support your fussy eaters at school and how to notify the school of any allergies your child may have. Emma is a Paediatric Dietitian, plus a fellow allergy mum who has survived fussy eating with her own daughter. Get your Free guide for fussy eaters - The Best 5 Tools to Get your C...

In this episode, I speak to Charlotte Hall from @speechtherapywithcharlotte and Sam Dholakia from @spdtuitionandcoaching about how we can help alleviate the anxiety our child might be feeling when starting school, whether that is pre-school, primary school or secondary school. We look at the language we use to introduce the idea of school, tools and techniques we can implement to help show our chi...

In this episode, I talk to Tash from my local Indie bookshop Chicken and Frog about how to support your child when starting primary school, especially those who are neurodiverse, whether that is Autisum, ADHD, Dyslexia etc. Tash started her career as a primary school teacher and has subsequently continued to grow her knowledge of neurodiversity which we explored in our previous podcast episode: ht...

In this episode, I talk to Daisy Upton aka Five Minute Mum Daisy's new book all about helping your child to prepare for starting Primary School and her hints and tips for helping both kids and parents prepare for starting school. If you don't follow Daisy on Instagram make sure to give her a follow for quick and engaging games for your kids @fiveminutemum . Daisy's book, "Five Min...

In this episode, I speak to Emily Hughs a Conscious Parent Coach, Breathwork and Somatic Therapist, Ex Secondary School teacher and Mum of 2. She coaches parents (with children of all ages) to let go of what's not serving them so they can rise into inner trust and handle any parenting situation with calm sturdy confidence. Parenting can be triggering, really triggering and Emily helps parents...

In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Lauren Smith , body confidence queen and one-half of the @goloveyourselfpod . We discuss everything from what body confidence/positivity means to us, the changes we all go through if we've had a baby or not, our love of Vinted and supermarket fashion (even if the lighting in the changing rooms is shit). I also tool the opportunity to ask Lauren about...

In this episode, I talk to Charlotte @speechtherapywithcharlotte about how to navigate waiting for speech therapy on the NHS, answer some of your questions and discuss her own podcast "Just Three Things" If you are waiting for therapy on the NHS, please do give Charlotte a follow on Instagram and give her podcast a listen too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, I talk to Jack Pardoe @coachforparents. After coming across Jack's satirical approach to fitness and parenting it became clear that his approach took account of the huge time limitations and temptations we all face as parents. We discuss body image, diet culture and how our priorities change as we get older, focusing less on our looks and more on how our bodies func...

In this week's episode, I was joined by Cat Sims ( @notsosmugnow ), author of " The First Time You Smiled (Or Was It Just Wind?) ", content creator, podcaster and mother of two. We discussed what the Mental Load is, and her work around this, including raising awareness via her Instagram channel and the Mental Load List which she built to help her explain to her own husband exactly wh...

In an ever-evolving world, where traditional work structures are being challenged, in this episode, Kelly ( @Kids_and_the_Commute ) and I answer your questions and look at the advantages of flexible working arrangements for both employees and employers. We discuss how employees can achieve a better work-life balance, enhance job satisfaction, and optimise their performance when given the freedom t...

In this episode, I ask all of your questions about fussy eating, allergies and neurodiverse eating habits to the wonderful Emma aka @dietitian.withadifference We discuss everything from restrictive diets to food exclusions to test for intolerance. If you have any questions, please send them to mumsworkandchaos@gmail.com Get your Free guide for fussy eaters - The Best 5 Tools to Get your Child to T...

This week I discuss the importance of community and finding a supportive ribe of women, with the wonderful Founder of Mums in Marketing, Claire Ferreira. Claire started this wonderful group to help all Mums in Marketing find each other with the sole mission that no mum should ever feel alone. As part of this amazingly supportive community, it is safe to say that I have been lucky to find a tribe t...

In this week's episode, Louise discusses the results of her poll a few weeks ago with her gorgeous sister Frankie. Louise asked you what your most overrated baby product was, and you didn't disappoint, some of the answers will surprise you and make you laugh. Make sure to subscribe to this channel for more hilarity and real mum advice, also give Louise a follow on Instagram at @mumsworkand...

In this weeks ep Louise talks to the wonderful Aksinia (AKA @Mumhacksforyou) about everything from our mutual disdain for baby groups, being mums of three and navigating neurodivergence. For a healthy dose of comedic mum reality and hacks to get you through growing your own people, make sure to follow Aksinia on Instagram @Mumhacksforyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode, I take you through my week.  It's been an exciting and anxiety-filled one I just needed to get off my chest.  With an impending house move on the horizon, some interesting feelings have appeared, leading me to conclude that I may not be over the last time we attempted to move house...  I'd love to know how you've all been feeling this week and if there's anythi...