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Happy Mum Happy Baby

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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Episodes
  • Rick Edwards and Emer Kenny on throwing out the birth plan
    Jul 15 2025

    We love a couples interview on Happy Mum Happy Baby and this week is no exception as broadcaster Rick Edwards and actor & writer Emer Kenny join Gi in the studio.


    They chat about getting engaged after six weeks(!), plus Rick shares how he tried to make himself useful during Emer's 40+ hour labour.


    The couple also open up about navigating freelancing and family, with Emer explaining how she managed to juggle writing a tv show with having a baby. And you can check out Emer's incredible work for yourself - the second series of Karen Pirie returns to ITV1 and ITVX this Sunday 20th July!

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Dr Emily MacDonagh on why she and Peter Andre won’t have anymore children
    Jul 8 2025

    A couple of months ago we welcomed Peter Andre onto the podcast... and now his wife Dr Emily MacDonagh is here to set the record straight!


    Emily opens up to Gi about becoming a mum at 24 whilst completing her doctor training, and discusses what being a step parent means to her.


    Plus, Emily shares the story of her third birth for the first time, the complications of which led to the realisation that Belle would be her last child.


    Emily also has a book coming out! Incredible Things Your Body Can Do is Emily's debut picture book that teaches children about their bodies from an early age. Aimed at children aged 3 and up, Incredible Things Your Body Can Do celebrates the human body and its amazing abilities. Make sure you preorder your copy here!

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    1 hr
  • Olivia Rubin on embracing colour, slowing down, and balancing motherhood and business
    Jul 1 2025

    This week Gi is joined by fashion designer and queen of colour Olivia Rubin!


    Olivia talks about balancing the success of her growing business with parenting her two daughters, and tells Gi why she's decided to scale things back.


    Olivia also opens up about struggling mentally after the birth of her first child. As postnatal mental health was rarely spoken about, Olivia admits at the time she didn't know what she was experiencing,

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

FABULOUS 👌

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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.

Makes me feel understood!

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