The Non Perfect Parents Club

In this episode I am joined by Hayley, mum of 3, who some of you may know from her blog or Instagram page Sparkles and Stretchmarks. This is my first remotely recorded podcast, and some of it is quite glitchy- I am still trying to figure out the technology side of things so please excuse the sound quality. Hayley talks about some of the many things she's felt judged on, as a parent and as a blogge...

In this episode I am joined by Jennifer from Jennifer's Dancers and Mum of 3. Wow, we cover so many topics in this episode!! Jen talks about the work/life balance and how it's not possible to ever have that balance. The judgement she faced as a young mum and with a mixed race son, but also how she now feels more judged in her work/ as a business owner than she does in parenting, and how that confi...

In this episode I am joined by Sam, a Mum of 3 and Stepmum to 1. Sam and her family live a very alternative lifestyle which has meant she's experienced her fair share of judgement. She, however, notes how judgement can be a double edged sword as it's obviously not nice to experience but it's brought her growth, empowerment and given her the ability to stand on her own 2 feet. [ I LOVE this take on...

In this episode, I am joined by Kelly the Reading Fairy who highlights to us how easy it can be to set those foundations to promote early reading skills. Some of which I am sure you will be doing anyway... without even realising! Kelly's (who is an ex-teacher) knowledge is fantastic and the reading fairy programme really is the full package, giving not just the children, but also the parents a hea...

In this episode I am joined by Mollie, a Mum of one. We talk honestly about Mollie's experience of motherhood so far and plan about another 5 podcasts off the back of some of things we discuss!! Once again completely different answers to my questions which highlight how diverse we all are. In this episode is my favourite, favourite comment so far which was; 'Everyone's perfect looks different.' Th...

In this episode, I am joined by Ciara from The Performance Studios Theatre School in Lancaster. Despite me having a child who performs, Ciara broadens my knowledge completely on how beneficial it is for our children to attend a theatre school and why it is important to encourage them to do something that they love. Straight away we think of confidence, but there is so much more to it than that. I...

In this episode I am joined by Mum and GP, Joanne. No preaching, just straight up information with lots of realism in there. We covered a range of topics and lots of reminders on why it's important to not forget about yourself. Joanne reassures me that it's okay to ask for advice and it would never be wasting a doctors time- they'd much rather help than you not ask. I thought I'd be able to add a...

I want to try something a little bit different after I saw this post on Facebook this morning. I shared with TNPPC members but wanted to share with my listeners too. Here is a 'short' and a thought of the day provided by Dr Naomi Fisher (Will reference below). So often screentime is seen as negative and damaging, she offers a different perception on this and I thought it would be helpful to share-...

In the first of our special episodes I am joined by Tarnia from TP Financial Solutions. Finances. Straight away I shun away and panic BUT this is a really great conversation which is well worth listening to, even if you think your finances are in order. Tarnia gives us the lowdown on what to do and to be looking at when it comes to our finances, giving us a good plan of where to start and work to....

In this episode I am joined by Helen from Organise Me, a mum of two. I can't do the content of this podcast justice in written form- you're just going to have to listen!! Helen shares lots about being a mum in business, how her's and her husband's expectations are aligned, talks honestly about how she's not always patient and shares a hilarious story about how she promotes her value of good hygien...

In this episode I am joined by Lauren from Lauren Iles coaching, a mum of one. Lauren shares how she thinks she is the one who judges herself the most, how she thinks parenting is an underrated skill and why truth is her biggest parenting value. Another great guest, lots of giggles and another honest conversation about parenting. www.laurenilescoaching.com Lauren’s book recommendation: Why Has Nob...

In this episode I am joined by Dan, (our first Dad on the podcast) a dad of 2 and we chat about special guardianship, how being a good role model is really important and Dan's epiphany on the role of a mother. ANOTHER fantastic guest who raises some really good points about parenting that are well worth listening to!

Today I am joined by my special guests, my daughters, the Wildcat (age 11) and Bunny (age 6). I put them in the hot seats and ask them some questions. Bunny, as you will hear, got TNPPC memo and tells things exactly how they are. Featuring yes days, trumps and acknowledging that it's hard being shy.

In this episode I am joined by mum of 2, Jhuliana and we chat about judgement, loneliness and what she would change about parenting for us all. Great guest, great points raised and another honest conversation about parenting recorded for you all to hear!

In this special edition I am joined by Chelsie from Matilda's Mission, a peer support for baby and child loss bereaved families. We hold an open conversation (which went out live on Facebook: https://fb.watch/g6Y6F4WF0P/ ) about baby loss for baby loss awareness week; 9-15th October. At the end of the conversation we remember babies and children so that their parents and families can hear their na...

In the first episode of TNPPC podcast, I put myself in the hotseat! I am joined by my friend, Lauren, who takes the role as host to ask me the questions. Find out what I've felt judged on, what my biggest parenting value is and a little bit more of an insight into why I parent the way I do!