Mum Club 101

Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where you come for the parenting truths but stay for the giggles! 🎙️

Episode Overview

In this episode of Mum Club 101, Katy shares a hilarious encounter with a 90s-style door-to-door salesperson. We dive into the Netflix series Adolescence and chat about the challenges of parenting teens in today’s digital world. Plus, we tackle whether AI is a help or hindrance for modern parents — and wrap it all up with a laugh-out-loud AI-powered toddler bedtime routine.

Mini Segment: What Netflix’s Adolescence Teaches Us About Parenting in a Digital Age

• We discuss the intense portrayal of parenting teenagers today, the world of extreme online content, and the real-life impact of social media on young people’s mental health.
• How do we, as parents, stay present and connected in a world full of digital noise?

Critique of the Week: Should We Be Using AI as a Parenting Tool?

• From AI-generated sleep schedules to chatbots giving parenting advice — are AI tools really helping parents, or are they adding to the overwhelm?
• We debate the pros, cons, and ethical questions of using AI to guide parenting decisions. Convenience, quick advice, tired-parent hacks vs loss of human connection, lack of empathy, AI’s inability to understand real-life context. Exploring the balance — can AI really replace real parenting instincts?

Nonsense Time: The AI-Powered Toddler Bedtime Routine (That Definitely Doesn’t Work)

• We attempt to imagine what bedtime would look like if run entirely by AI… spoiler: chaos. Think "if this doesn't work, proceed to step F."

📺 TV Recommendations

• Toxic Town — Netflix’s gripping drama based on real-life events — we share why every parent needs to watch this.
• The White Lotus — What’s all the hype about? Vicky’s verdict on whether it's worth the binge.

⭐ Perfect for you if:

• You’re navigating modern parenting and wondering if AI can actually help.
• You’ve ever felt lost trying to connect with your kids in today’s hyper-digital world.
• You just need a laugh at the ridiculousness of parenting life.

Connect with Us

We’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences:
📧 Email us: [email protected]
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Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where you come for the parenting truths but stay for the giggles! 🎙️

Episode Overview

This week, Katy opens up about her recent PMDD diagnosis and how she’s navigating the emotions that come with it. We also chat about the emotional rollercoaster of co-regulating with toddlers—because keeping your cool when they’re losing theirs is one of the most personally challenging things in parenting!

Critique of the Week: Mummy Pig’s Pregnancy & What It Says About Modern Parenting

Peppa Pig sent the internet into a frenzy when it was revealed that Mummy Pig is pregnant. But beyond the memes, this moment reflects a bigger conversation about the financial pressures of parenthood and how pregnancy, motherhood, and parenting roles are portrayed in children’s media. From the pressure of juggling modern family life to the financial stress raising kids buts on families, we dive into what this means for modern parents and the messages our kids are absorbing.

International Women’s Day Round-Up: A Year of Celebrating Women

In honour of International Women’s Day, we highlight incredible achievements and moments from the past 12 months that celebrate the power, resilience, and impact of women worldwide. From groundbreaking milestones to inspiring stories, this is a segment full of feel-good wins!

TV recommendation

Simone Biles – Rising, an inspiring look at resilience and mental strength.

Why You Should Listen

✔️ Open and honest discussions about mental health: PMDD and how it affects motherhood
✔️ The emotional toll of co-regulating with toddlers
✔️ A deep dive into media portrayals of motherhood (through the lens of Peppa Pig—who knew?!)
✔️ An uplifting roundup of inspiring women changing the world

What We Mentioned

📺 Simone Biles – Rising, Joy (Netflix)🐷 Peppa Pig and the Mummy Pig pregnancy discussion💜 PMDD: What it is and how it affects mums🌎 International Women’s Day highlights

Connect with Us

We’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences:
📧 Email us: [email protected]📱 Follow us on Instagram: @MumClub101🗨️ Use #MumClub101 to join the conversation.

💌 Don’t forget to subscribe to Mum Club 101 on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. Your reviews help us reach and support more mums—thank you! 🌟

Keywords:

PMDD and motherhood, parenting with PMDD, toddler emotional regulation, Peppa Pig Mummy Pig pregnancy, media portrayals of parenting, International Women’s Day 2025, inspirational women stories, motherhood mental health, parenting challenges.

Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your go-to podcast for real parenting talk, a few unfiltered laughs, and plenty of relatable moments!

Episode Overview

This week, Vicky takes us on her family holiday to Mauritius, sharing the highs, lows, and unexpected chaos of traveling with kids. ✈️🌴 Meanwhile, Katy gets real about motherhood and mental health, opening up about the challenges and the importance of seeking support.

We also have a must-watch TV recommendation for all the thriller lovers—Day Zero on Netflix. 🎥

Critique of the Week: Are Parenting First Aid Social Media Accounts a Double-Edged Sword?

We all want to be prepared for emergencies, but is the rise of first aid & emergency care parenting accounts helping or harming us? We discuss:
✔ The good: Digital first-aid education making life-saving knowledge accessible
✔ The bad: Increased parental anxiety and fear-mongering
✔ The ugly: A warped sense of risk—are these accounts making us hyper-aware of unlikely dangers while overlooking everyday risks?
✔ The balance: How to engage with these accounts without spiraling into anxiety

Why You Should Listen

✔ Parenting travel hacks: Tips for surviving flights & holidays with kids
✔ A real chat on mental health: Navigating motherhood & finding support
✔ Unpopular opinions: Are first-aid parenting accounts helping or harming?
✔ TV Recommendation: Why Day Zero is worth adding to your watchlist

Connect with Us!

📧 Email: [email protected]
📱 Instagram: @MumClub101
🗨️ Use #MumClub101 to join the conversation!
💌 Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode! Your reviews help us reach more parents—thank you! 🌟

Keywords: Parenting podcast, traveling with kids, toddler travel tips, motherhood mental health, parenting anxiety, first aid for parents, social media and parenting, parenting safety tips, digital parental education, Netflix recommendations, Day Zero review

Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where we keep it real about parenting—no judgment, just laughs!

This week, we’re covering everything from traveling with a toddler (Vicky’s about to board a long-haul flight—send help! ✈️), toddler separation anxiety, and the never-ending debate of structured routines vs. go-with-the-flow parenting.

Critique of the Week: Why Is Surrogacy Still So Controversial?

Lily Collins and her husband just welcomed a baby via surrogacy, sparking a heated debate online. We unpack the mixed reactions, from celebration to backlash, and explore:
✔ The power of stories in normalizing surrogacy
✔ The right to reproductive choice and why this is a deeply personal decision
✔ Ethical considerations—the commercialisation of surrogacy and the potential exploitation of surrogates

Nonsense time:

We dive into the world of strange collectables—think airsickness bags (yes, really 😳) and celebrity hair. Plus, we share some questionable things we’ve hoarded over the years!

Why you should listen:

✔ Parenting hacks: toddler travel must-haves & managing separation anxiety
✔ Honest chat: routine vs. winging it—what actually works?
✔ Pop culture meets parenting: Why is surrogacy still so controversial? Lily Collins’ story and the debate around women’s choices
✔ Laughs guaranteed: from retro diet madness to bizarre collections

Connect With Us:

We’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences!
📧Email us: [email protected]
📱Follow us on Instagram:@MumClub101
🗨️Use #MumClub101 to join the conversation.
💌Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode! Your reviews help us reach more mums—thank you! 🌟

Keywords: Parenting podcast, toddler travel tips, surrogacy debate, Lily Collins baby, celebrity surrogacy, structured vs. relaxed parenting, parenting humor, separation anxiety in toddlers, 1970s Vogue diet, unusual collections

Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where you come for parenting truths but stay for the giggles! 🎙️

In this week’s episode:

Catch-Up: Katy shares a parenting win—resisting the urge to helicopter-parent while Izzy was under the weather, letting dad take charge instead. We also dive into the ever-present pressure to look younger, debating the pros and cons of retinol vs. Botox.

Critique of the Week: Milestone tracking—does it guide parents or just pile on guilt?  We talk about the pressure parents feel when their child doesn’t hit a milestone "on time," fuelled by health checkups, social media comparisons, and well-meaning comments from family. Instead of spiralling, we’re reframing milestones as flexible markers, sharing expert insights and practical tips to help parents trust their instincts and celebrate their child’s unique journey.

Nonsense Time: We share the funniest reasons people have been fired, including a hilarious story from Katy’s past.

Why You Should Listen

What We Mentioned

📺 FROM—a gripping series for LOST fans

Connect with Us

We’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences!

Keywords

Parenting podcast, modern parenting, milestone tracking, helicopter parenting, retinol vs botox, anti-aging, parenting struggles, funny work stories, TV recommendations, FROM series, LOST fans, motherhood, parenting humour, mum life, parenting truths

Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where you come for parenting truths but stay for the giggles!

In this week’s episode:

Catch-Up: Vicky has been to the hairdressers and Katy shares a hilarious story involving at least six takeaway pizzas

Critique of the Week: The commodification of 'self-care for mums'. The wellness industry is increasingly targeting mothers, with the global market currently valued at 2.2 billion dollars and expected to expand significantly. 

We discuss the impact of this trend and some practical, budget friendly wellness approaches which don't cost you or the planet.

Nonsense Time: Scamming silliness. AI powered fraudsters and sham text threads, get ready for some laughs as we share some ridiculous scam stories.

Why You Should Listen:

Whether you’re looking for a good laugh, thoughtful parenting perspectives, or just a moment to feel seen, this episode has it all. Tune in to hear relatable stories, expert advice, and lighthearted nonsense.

Connect with Us:

We’d love to hear from you!

Email: Send your parenting stories to ⁠[email protected]⁠.

Follow us on Instagram: @MumClub101.

Get Involved: Share your parenting wins, fails, or stories using #MumClub101 or DM us.

Subscribe & Review: Love the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other mums join the club!

Recommendations & Links:

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Keywords:

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Welcome back to Mum Club 101, your virtual mum club where you come for parenting truths but stay for the giggles!

In this week’s episode:

Catch-Up: Katy shares the highs and lows of her digital detox, and we talk about Lando’s chickenpox vaccines—because parenthood is nothing if not eventful!

Critique of the Week: Bubble-wrap or let them roam—where’s the line? We discuss the balance between protecting kids and letting them explore their boundaries. Featuring short audio bites from doctors, who reveal the one thing they wouldn’t let their kids do, this is a conversation every modern parent can relate to.

Nonsense Time: Your Worst Gym Stories—January gym-goers, awkward fitness fails, and boxing class disasters. Get ready for some laughs as we share our most relatable (and ridiculous) gym moments.

Why You Should Listen:

Whether you’re looking for a good laugh, thoughtful parenting perspectives, or just a moment to feel seen, this episode has it all. Tune in to hear relatable stories, expert advice, and lighthearted nonsense to start your New Year with a smile.

Connect with Us:

We’d love to hear from you!

Email: Send your parenting stories to ⁠[email protected]⁠.

Follow us on Instagram: @MumClub101.

Get Involved: Share your parenting wins, fails, or stories using #MumClub101 or DM us.

Subscribe & Review: Love the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other mums join the club!

Recommendations & Links:

Summer Skin Australia: https://summerskinau.com

Keywords:

Parenting podcast on child safety

Protecting vs. bubble-wrapping kids

Funny gym fails

Parenting trends for 2025

Relatable parenting stories

Mindful parenting podcast

We're back with Season 2!

This week in Mum Club 101 we catch up on everything we got up to over our break, and Vicky has some super exciting news!

In true New Year style, we get into our 'ins and outs' and our Words of the Year for 2025.

And for one episode only....secret chats are back!

Atomic Habits Book: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/1847941834⁠

Darwin and Gray: Small Biz ‘Word of the Year’ Banners: ⁠https://www.darwinandgray.com

We would love to hear from you!

You can email the Mum Club 101 inbox at ⁠[email protected]⁠

dm us or voice note us on instagram ⁠@mumclub101 

Merry Christmas Mum Clubbers! This week in Mum Club 101 we gear up for the holidays and catch up on recent festivities.

In ‘critique of the week’ we discuss "What is the right way to split domestic chores with a partner?" Research by starling bank shows that typical couple will do 63 hours of unpaid household chores each week, but only 29% of couples share these tasks equally.

When it comes to Christmas, the tasks – the hosting, present-buying and cooking – all amp up. They asked 14 couples to share exactly how they split the domestic load. The percentages, and how each couple feels about them, are incredibly revealing.

In ‘nonsense time’ segment we giggle at Christmas Party Stories - Part 2.

We would love to hear from you!

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dm us or voice note us on instagram ⁠@mumclub101 

We are back after an impromptu week off (sick note submitted from Vicky). We catch up on our absolute dumpster fire of a visit to the Christmas Tree Farm.

In ‘critique of the week’ we dissect the season of 'Stressmas'. The pressure to make Christmas magical whilst maintaining any sense of sanity and wellbeing during party season is all too familiar. We're giving you permission to set boundaries this month!

And in 'nonsense time' segment we have a good giggle at some truly unhinged Christmas party stories.

We would love to hear from you!

You can email the Mum Club 101 inbox at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

dm us or voice note us on instagram ⁠⁠@mumclub101⁠