This episode covers personal experience of baby loss and mental health issues, and the importance of seeking support. If you or someone you know is struggling with maternal mental health in the UK, support is available: online platforms like Netmums' forum provide a safe space for parents to connect, share experiences, and seek advice from eachother. 

In this episode of the Netmums Podcast, hosts Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by Georgia Kousoulou, known for her role on ITV's Georgia and Tommy: Baby Steps, and daily podcast Five Minutes Peace. In this chatty episode, Georgia shares her insights on motherhood, mental health, and her journey towards self-discovery.

Georgia bravely opens up about the heartache of losing her baby due to a chromosomal issue, the struggles of identity and the pressures of parenthood, and the challenges she faced when bonding with her son Brody after a c-section didn’t come naturally straight away.

Georgia's new book, I Wish I Knew, serves as a guide for navigating motherhood and self-discovery, offering readers honest and relatable advice based on all the things Georgia wished she’d known sooner. Wendy and Alison bring you a sneak peek of some of these, like accepting her body and ditching fad diets, and learning to say ‘no’ more.

I Wish I Knew; honest and real lessons on love, life and family as you grow’ is available to buy now.

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This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by the effervescent (and very chatty!) Lydia Bright, who has journeyed from reality TV fame on 'The Only Way Is Essex' to the challenges and triumphs of solo motherhood. Lydia opens up about the unexpected support she found in the single mum community and how it empowered her through her challenging pregnancy with her daughter, Loretta.

Lydia reflects on the preconceptions of motherhood versus the reality, sharing her experiences of juggling work and parenting, and the importance of showing the raw, unfiltered side of life as a single mum on social media. She also delves into her latest venture, authoring the children's book 'Mummy and Me,' discussing the significance of representation in children's literature and the value of inclusive storytelling.

As Lydia contemplates the future, she talks candidly about the prospect of dating, the importance of laughter and chemistry in a relationship, and how she plans to navigate introducing someone new into her tight-knit duo with Loretta.

Laughter and life lessons go hand in hand in this conversation, as Lydia, Wendy & Alison celebrate the strength, resilience, and joy of single parenting.

This week on the Netmums Podcast Alison & Wendy are seeking wisdom from husband and wife team Andrea McLean and Nick Feeney. The dynamic duo who have recently launched their own podcast, ‘Mastering Midlife’, share their blended family's approach to navigating the complexities of teenage tech temptations and the importance of setting boundaries without becoming the enemy.

Andrea, a familiar face from GMTV and Loose Women, and Nick, a life coach, talk candidly about the realities of midlife, from the menopause maze to the pivotal changes that come with it, and offer heartfelt advice on how to support your partner through the midlife transition.

This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison sit down with Dani Dyer. Known for her Love Island triumph, sparkling TV personality and 'Sorted with the Dyers' podcast alongside her famous father, Dani is also a hands-on mum to three, including a set of twins. Dani shares her experiences on parenting solo, the unique bond with her firstborn, the rollercoaster of raising twins, and how her family legacy impacts her parenting style.

Dani opens up about the challenges she faced with anxiety as a new mum and the coping strategies that have helped her navigate the journey. She also discusses her collaboration with CBeebies' Little Learners app, emphasising the importance of quality screen time and early childhood development.

Wendy and Alison get cosy with George Clarke, the architectural aficionado who's captured the nation's heart with his Channel 4 shows. George opens up about the unique challenges and joys of parenting through the lens of a TV personality

George reflects on his journey from architect to TV presenter and the personal regrets of time spent away from home. He also gives us an insider's look at the world of architecture for the younger generation, discussing his first children's book, "How to Build a Home," and the future of 3D printed houses.

This week on the Netmums Podcast Weny & Alison are joined by Dr. Emily MacDonagh – NHS doctor, columnist, author, and soon-to-be mum of three alongside her husband, Peter Andre. Covering everything from the trials of parenting through winter lurgies to the importance of dental health in children, Dr Emily shares her personal journey through motherhood, and how she navigates the complexities of a blended family.

Join Wendy and Alison for an enlightening conversation with Paul McKenna, who challenges the notion of January blues and offers a new perspective on achieving success. His latest book, Success for Life, is packed with NLP techniques and self-help tools designed to propel you towards a brighter future. Listen now and redefine what January means to you!

Martin Kemp, founding member of 80s pop group Spandau Ballet and TV and film actor, talks about his experiences with Christmas, parenting, and his career. Martin emphasises the importance of listening as a parent and shares how he and his wife have created a close relationship with their children. He also discusses his debut novel, The Game, and his writing process. 

Izzy, a talented violinist and part of the electric string quartet Escala, graced the Britain's Got Talent stage in 2008. Izzy is married to McFly's Harry Judd and here she shares her candid journey through IVF struggles, highlighted in her Sunday Times bestselling memoir. We delve into Izzy's story, from meeting Harry to mental health advocacy, handling sleep regressions and busy work schedules, plus the essential topic of family health and immune support during the winter season.

The reality TV stars and new dads reveal the ups and devastating downs of trying to get pregnant via a surrogate, how they aren't allowed to even 'see the face' of an egg donor and how they divide up their dad roles with their new twins.