Happy Mum Happy Baby

By: Giovanna Fletcher
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  • In the Happy Mum, Happy Baby Podcast, Giovanna Fletcher continues the conversation about motherhood she began in her bestselling book of the same title. In a series of frank and warm conversations with other high-profile mums and dads, Gi discusses all aspects of parenthood - the highs, the lows, the challenges and rewards. There is no such thing as the perfect parent, and we’re all simply doing our best, something Giovanna fully encourages. It’s time to stop comparing ourselves and champion each other instead. Each episode is truly unique yet unifying. No topic is out of bounds, therefore this podcast is essential listening for any parent seeking solidarity and support. A Pixiu production.

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  • Lacey Turner on pregnancy loss, the importance of family, and 20 years on EastEnders

    Lacey Turner on pregnancy loss, the importance of family, and 20 years on EastEnders
    Apr 8 2025

    We welcome soap royalty into the studio for this week's episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby...


    Best known for her role as Stacey Slater in EastEnders, it is of course the iconic Lacey Turner!


    Mum-of-three Lacey opens up to Gi about the importance of talking about pregnancy loss.


    Plus we get the lowdown on the EastEnders 40th Anniversary live episode, and Lacey talks about filming scenes DAYS after giving birth.


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Happy Mum, Happy Mother’s Day!

    Happy Mum, Happy Mother’s Day!
    Apr 1 2025

    Fresh from celebrating Mother’s Day, Gi has delved into the archives and picked out some of her favourite moments that celebrate what it really means to be a mum:


    • Kamille on finding her way as a new mum
    • Coleen Rooney on embracing the chaos of four boys
    • Isma Almas on adopting her son and the moment she first felt like his mum
    • Lydia Bright on the guilt from balancing her career and motherhood
    • Ashley James on healing from traumatic birth and regaining her ‘pink’


    Plus, we receive some questions from a very special guest!

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    45 mins
  • Psychologist Dr Julie on letting go of perfection in parenting and the power of making mistakes

    Psychologist Dr Julie on letting go of perfection in parenting and the power of making mistakes
    Mar 25 2025

    On this week's episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby, Clinical Psychologist Dr Julie joins Giovanna to talk about perfection, parenting and letting go of the expectations we place on ourselves.


    Julie opens up about being diagnosed with breast cancer last year and tells Gi why and how she talked to her three children about it.


    Plus Gi and Julie discuss hypnobirthing and the importance of having agency during birth.


    Dr Julie’s new book Open When is available to buy now: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/453995/open-when-by-smith-dr-julie/9780241663936

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    56 mins

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FABULOUS 👌

G, the woman who just want to be friends with... real, honest and adorable.

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Makes me feel understood!

This podcast has been such good ‘company’ for me when I was lonely, nap trapped and suffering from PPA and PPD in my baby’s first year. Definitely recommend for any new mums to help you feel less alone.

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