Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast! Join Caroline Verdon and our lively panel of parents as they chat about the ups and downs of parenting during the festive season.

Party season is here—are you all-in or out as fast as you can?

We’ll dive into how parents manage the social scene during the festive period and whether kids change the way you party.

Sam / Tash / Peach

- Are you a festive flake or a party parent?

- Juggling festive fun with parenting duties

- Surviving hangovers while parenting

- Who’s drunken snog ruined christmas?

Get ready for some laughs as Caroline and the gang share their festive experiences. party animals and festive flakes alike. Tune in for tales of festive chaos and managing the holiday madness as parents.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast, where host Caroline Verdon and our panel of real-life parents delve into the raw and unfiltered truths of modern parenting.

Peach / Tash / Sam

- Should kids be allowed on social media?

- How do you supervise your child's online activities?

- The impact of filters and social media on self-esteem

- The challenges of keeping children safe online

How do you protect your child while still preparing them for a digital future?

Join Caroline and our panel as they dive into the controversial and complex world of children and social media. From creating the illusion of participation without exposure, to outright bans and the fear of online predators, this episode explores the diverse parenting strategies around social media use. 

The panel shares personal stories of their own childhood internet experiences and the lessons they’ve learned. 

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X  / TikTok 

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast! Our utterly brilliant parent panel, Sam, Tash, and Peach, get together to talk money, money, money in this week’s no holds barred chat as host Caroline Verdon gets down to the nitty gritty of who pulls the purse strings in your relationship.

What happens when one half is a spender and the other is a saver? Our parents speak frankly about their family finances and how their attitudes towards money and spending can affect their partnerships… and their parenting.

Today’s panel: 

Sam / Tash / Peach

Today's Hot Topics:

- Do opposites attract? Can a saver and a spender really make it work?

- Do your spending habits rub off on your partner? Is that a good thing?

- Tips for managing money as a couple and teaching your children the value of money

Listen in for our completely candid parent panel’s personal money confessions as we explore how different spending styles can shake up a relationship. 

*This is not professional parenting advice, these are the opinions of real parents. For expert money advice and all things parenting, visit netmums.com

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This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast, where we dive headfirst into the real and raw aspects of parenting. Today, host Caroline Verdon is tackling the hot topic of sleepovers. Joining her are Peach, Priscilla, and Tash, three real-life parents with very different takes on letting their kids stay overnight at friends' houses.

Peach / Priscilla / Tash

- Should you let your child go to a sleepover?

- At what age is it appropriate for kids to stay overnight at friends' houses?

- What are the safety concerns parents have?

- How do you handle other people's kids in your home?

- What gives you the "ick" about sleepovers?

From safety fears to funny anecdotes, this episode covers all the bases. Should you trust your child's friends' parents? How do you deal with the mess and chaos of hosting a sleepover? And what's the worst thing that can happen when kids stay overnight? Tune in for a lively discussion that gets to the heart of these questions and more.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative 

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast, where host Caroline Verdon and our panel of real-life parents dive into the raw and often controversial truths of parenting.

Priscilla / Sam / Tash

- The impact of having a baby on parenting roles

- Who really has it harder in the early days?

- The balance between work and parenting

- Managing mental health and self-care as a parent

Join the lively discussion as our panel shares their personal experiences and debates the challenges of parenting roles, the sacrifices made, and the importance of mental health and self-care. Whether you're a new parent struggling to find balance or a seasoned pro looking for some solidarity, this episode is packed with relatable moments and unfiltered honesty.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok 

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast, where host Caroline Verdon and our panel of real-life parents tackle the raw and real issues of parenting.

Priscilla / Peach / Sam

- Should ten-year-olds be allowed to date?

- How to handle early romantic interests

- Balancing education and innocence in childhood

- When is the right time for kids to start dating?

Join Caroline and the panel as they dive into the controversial topic of young kids and dating. With a real-life scenario from Sarah in Milton Keynes, the discussion gets heated as they debate whether a ten-year-old should be allowed to go on a date to an ice cream shop. Is it harmless fun, or are we pushing kids to grow up too fast? Tune in for a mix of strong opinions, personal anecdotes, and a whole lot of unfiltered truth.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok 

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative

Welcome to Unfiltered – A Netmums Podcast, where we dive into the unfiltered truth about parenting. Host Caroline Verdon, is joined by a lively panel of real-life parents. In today's episode, we're tackling the hot topic of gender stereotypes in the home.

Peach / Sam / Tash

- Do you have pink and blue jobs at home?

- Who pays on date night?

- Gender roles in activities for kids

- How household chores are divided

- Handling outdated opinions from family members

Join us as we discuss how gender roles play out in modern households and share some surprising statistics. It's a conversation you won't want to miss!

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X  / TikTok

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative 

Welcome to Unfiltered, the podcast from Netmums that brings you the raw, unfiltered truth about parenting. Your host, Caroline Verdon, is diving into the world of food and how we talk about it with our kids.

Peach / Priscilla / Tash / Sam

- Do you categorise food as good or bad in your house?

- How do you handle treats and indulgent foods?

- Balancing nutrition with convenience in busy family lives

- Cooking fails and funny food stories

- Managing dietary preferences and allergies when visiting or hosting

Join us for a lively discussion on the importance of balance, the dangers of food restrictions, and the humorous side of cooking mishaps. Whether you're a gourmet chef or a master of quick meals, there's something here for every parent.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok 

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative 

Welcome to Unfiltered, the podcast from Netmums that brings you the unfiltered truth about parenting. Your host, Caroline Verdon, is joined by a panel of real-life parents to hash out those controversial parenting issues. You can find out more about them in our meet the panel trailer.

Priscilla / Tash / Sam

- Competitive parenting

- Bragging about your child’s achievements

- The balance between pride and humility

- Weird humble brags

- Reading the room when sharing your child’s accomplishments

Do you find yourself secretly competing with other parents? Are you the type to casually drop your child's latest achievement into a conversation? Join Caroline and the panel as they delve into the world of competitive parenting, sharing their personal stories and debating the fine line between being proud and being boastful.

Have your say and join the debate over on the Netmums socials: @netmums / Facebook / X / TikTok 

This podcast is co-created by Netmums & Decibelle Creative