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by Giovanna Fletcher
In the Happy Mum 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 4 days ago1h 9m
Elizabeth Day on Making Peace With Not Becoming a Mum
Trigger warning: this episode includes discussion of infertility, IVF, miscarriage and pregnancy loss. If you feel this may be a difficult listen please choose another episode xxSomething a bit different this week. Author and podcaster Elizabeth Day joins Gi to talk about coming to terms with a life without biological children. Elizabeth opens up to Gi about her 12-year journey through infertility, IVF and miscarriage. Now, Elizabeth talks about finding a different kind of purpose through sharing her experience. If you are going through IVF or have decided to end your journey, we hope this episode helps you feel less alone.Don't forget to watch the new adaptation of Elizabeth's amazing book The Party, now on ITV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 5m
Matt Haig: My Son Was Diagnosed Autistic, Then So Was I
We have an international bestselling author in the studio this week! It’s the brilliant Matt Haig.Matt talks to Gi about his decision to homeschool his children and, drawing on his own experiences of depression and recovery, why he believes it’s not about shielding our children from life’s difficulties, but helping them develop the tools to cope when things get hard.He also shares how his son’s autism diagnosis led him to discover he had autism and ADHD himself, and how better understanding himself has helped him understand his son.Matt’s latest novel, The Midnight Train, and a graphic novel adaptation of his multi-million-copy bestseller The Midnight Library are out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 7m
Hannah Cooper-Dommett on the Reality of Marriage After Children
This week Giovanna is joined by model and presenter Hannah Cooper-Dommett.Hannah opens up about how her relationship with husband Joel has changed since they became parents to their two boys, and how they've navigated keeping their marriage strong amid the chaos of family life.She also shares what it was like to step into the role of carer when her mum was diagnosed with a brain tumour, and how she came to accept that her mum couldn’t be the support for her children that she had always imagined. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago50 min
“I Felt Like the Glass Child”: Becky Cheetham on The Realities of Being a Sibling Carer
Giovanna catches up with her friend Becky Cheetham this week to talk about Becky's experience as a sibling carer.Becky’s sister, Hannah, has cerebral palsy, and Becky opens up to Gi about the challenges and joys of growing up as part of a family shaped by disability. She reflects on feeling like ‘the glass child’ – the sibling whose needs can sometimes take a back seat – and the impact this has had on her life.Plus, Becky shares her thoughts on the future, navigating her role as a sibling carer and what it means for her relationship with Hannah as they get older.You can follow Hannah and Becky (Cheethams with Dreams) on Instagram and TikTok x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 6, 20261h 0m
Annabel Scholey on the Grief No-one Talks About After Divorce
This week Giovanna sits down with the incredibly talented Annabel Scholey!You’ll know Annabel from Rivals and, of course (the Happy Mum team’s personal favourite) The Split. But behind the scenes, Annabel was navigating the end of her own marriage, alongside balancing her acting career and raising her daughter.Annabel opens up to Gi about the moment she knew her marriage was over, and talks about the grief that came with accepting she doesn’t have the ‘traditional’ family unit she once planned.You can catch Annabel in Winter on ITV now, and Rivals Part 2 arrives on 11 November. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 29, 202655 min
“I’m Done”: Rosie Nixon on Burnout, Motherhood and Walking Away From Her Dream Job
What happens when you’ve spent so long holding everything together that you simply can’t anymore?This week, Giovanna sits down with former Editor-in-Chief of HELLO! Magazine Rosie Nixon to talk about the breakdown that became the catalyst for transforming her life.Rosie opens up about motherhood, the pressure to keep going and the guilt that can come with admitting you’re struggling. Rosie’s book, The PRO Method: Pause, Reflect & Organise, is available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 22, 20261h 8m
Glittering a Turd: Maren Sheldon on Parenting Through Grief and Celebrating Her Twin's Life
Trigger warning: this episode includes discussions around bereavement and cancer. If you feel this may be a difficult listen, please choose another episode xGiovanna is joined this week by her good friend and CoppaFeel! co-founder Maren Sheldon.Maren opens up about navigating first-time motherhood alongside her twin sister Kris's incurable breast cancer diagnosis. and shares the honest, sometimes heartbreaking, and often unexpectedly funny realities of parenting through grief.The new edition of Kris Hallenga's memoir Glittering a Turd, featuring new material from Maren and a foreword by Dawn French, is out 24th September. Head to CoppaFeel! for more helpful information and resources xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 15, 20261h 5m
A&E Doctor Maddy Lucy Dann: Childbirth and C-sections are the Two Gnarliest Things I’ve Ever Seen
This week, the hilarious Maddy Lucy Dann joins us for a chat about becoming a mum for the first time.Maddy tells Gi what it’s really like balancing life as an A&E doctor with pregnancy, including navigating night shifts while expecting, and how becoming a mum has changed the way she sees her work.She also opens up about sharing her aspects of her life online, including the criticism she faced over a breastfeeding video, and the reaction to her viral discussion of Bonnie Blue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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About Happy Mum
In the Happy Mum 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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