Parental Control

Today's episode is one that sits incredibly close to Ellie's heart, as she discusses coping with Christmas after child loss. As many listeners will know, Ellie lost her beautiful boy Billy to DIPG, and this is her second Christmas without him. The festive season can bring a complex mix of emotions for bereaved parents, the memories, the empty space, and the pressure to appear "festive" when the heart is somewhere else entirely.

In this episode, Ellie is joined by Bereavement Support Service Lead Rachel Tegg from Child Bereavement UK for an open, gentle and honest conversation about what it means to face Christmas after losing a child. Whether someone is in their first year, their fifth year or anywhere in between, this discussion offers comfort, understanding and the reminder that no parent walks this path alone.

This episode includes discussion around the death of a child, grief and the emotional challenges of Christmas. Listeners are encouraged to take care of themselves while listening and to step away at any time if needed.

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Helpline Number: 0800 02 888 40. Normal Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

• Friday 24th December, 9.00 am – 1.30 pm
• Saturday 25th December - Tuesday 28th December, Closed
• Wednesday 29th December - Friday 31st December, 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
• Monday 3rd January, Closed
• Tuesday 4th January onwards, Normal hours 9.00 am – 5.00 pm

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.childbereavementuk.org (Live Chat support and other resources can be found here)

Managing Christmas Resource: https://www.childbereavementuk.org/managing-special-occasions

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One of the most-searched questions in sexual wellness today is "Why are vibrators healthy?" — and few people are better positioned to answer it than Samantha Marshall, Head of Brand at Smile Makers Collection. As a leader in the global intimate-wellness space, Sam has spent the past five years helping redefine pleasure as an important part of self-care. Under her leadership, Smile Makers' colourful, wellness-driven vibrators and tools have entered mainstream retailers like Sephora, Ulta, and Selfridges, pushing the conversation around sexual wellbeing further into the open.

Sam also leads Vulva Talks, Smile Makers' free, pleasure-positive sex-education programme, where she offers clear, accessible guidance on everything from self-pleasure to understanding your body. Her work directly addresses why vibrators can support sexual health — from boosting confidence to reducing stress and improving body awareness.

In today's episode, we explore sexual wellness, self-pleasure, and how changing the narrative around intimacy empowers people to build healthier relationships with their bodies.

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Show notes

Debby Herbernick: https://theweek.com/articles/749978/female-price-male-pleasure

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One of the most-searched questions in sexual wellness today is "Why are vibrators healthy?" — and few people are better positioned to answer it than Samantha Marshall, Head of Brand at Smile Makers Collection. As a leader in the global intimate-wellness space, Sam has spent the past five years helping redefine pleasure as an important part of self-care. Under her leadership, Smile Makers' colourful, wellness-driven vibrators and tools have entered mainstream retailers like Sephora, Ulta, and Selfridges, pushing the conversation around sexual wellbeing further into the open.

Sam also leads Vulva Talks, Smile Makers' free, pleasure-positive sex-education programme, where she offers clear, accessible guidance on everything from self-pleasure to understanding your body. Her work directly addresses why vibrators can support sexual health — from boosting confidence to reducing stress and improving body awareness.

In today's episode, we explore sexual wellness, self-pleasure, and how changing the narrative around intimacy empowers people to build healthier relationships with their bodies.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Debby Herbernick: https://theweek.com/articles/749978/female-price-male-pleasure

Smile Makers Collection

Instagram: @smilemakerscollection

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This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson is joined by Laura Guckian, motherhood coach, award-winning host of Momfessions, and ambassador for perinatal mental health charity Mothers for Mothers. Combining lived experience with expert insight, Laura has supported thousands of women to navigate the realities of motherhood with more confidence, compassion, and care.

In this conversation, we discuss the moments that matter most in early parenthood, from recognising when your mental health needs support to understanding how partners can truly help. Laura shares practical advice on navigating neurodiversity, setting boundaries around social media, and building a self-care plan that actually fits into real life. We also tackle tricky topics like postnatal depression, relationship dynamics, and how to support a friend who might be struggling.

If you're a new parent, a partner, or simply want to understand the messy, beautiful reality of life after birth, this episode is worth a listen.

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This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

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Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

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The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

What is My Baba?

My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting.

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The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

What is My Baba?

My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting.

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The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

What is My Baba?

My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting.

Visit mybaba.com

The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

What is My Baba?

My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting.

Visit mybaba.com

The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures.

If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in a fun, family-friendly format.

In this episode, we chat about Jaime's Yoga Adventures, the power of storytelling to help children connect with their emotions, and how yoga can build strength, balance, and resilience — both physically and mentally.

Email us at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

Show notes

Follow Cosmic Kids on Instagram and YouTube.

What is My Baba?

My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting.

Visit mybaba.com

The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/