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Happy Mum

Giovanna Fletcher

300 episodes

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.

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  1. Default Parenting Hell with Lou Beckett

    · 1 h 06 min · S17 E6 · Explicit

    This week on Happy Mum Happy Baby, Giovanna chats with the brilliant Lou Beckett! Lou opens up about the pressures of breastfeeding, and shares how she and her husband Rob navigated the all-too-real 'roommate phase'…

  2. Denise Van Outen on dating as a mum: “if they disapprove, you’ll know”

    · 1 h 02 min · S17 E5 · Explicit

    National treasure of stage and screen Denise Van Outen joins Giovanna this week! Denise and Gi chat about their stagey childhoods and the impact motherhood has had on their careers in the performing arts. Plus,…

  3. From addiction to manifestation: how motherhood saved Roxie Nafousi

    · 1 h 07 min · S17 E4 · Explicit

    This week, Giovanna is joined by manifestation expert and two-time Sunday Times bestselling author, Roxie Nafousi! Roxie opens up about her turbulent past with addiction and the powerful journey of finding sobriety…

  4. Our daughter was seriously ill… until her brother saved her life

    · 1 h 11 min · S17 E3 · Explicit

    Being able to share incredible stories is a huge reason why we do this podcast. Last year, Giovanna read Lifeblood: A Mother in Search of Hope by author and journalist Mina Holland. The book reveals Mina’s harrowing…

  5. Leanne Quigley on filming The Traitors and the life-changing moment that followed (2/2)

    · 49 min · S17 E2

    Leanne Quigley is back for part two of her extraordinary conversation - if you haven't already heard part 1 you can listen here. In this episode, Leanne opens up to Gi about her experience on The Traitors, including…

  6. The Traitors winner Leanne Quigley on giving birth three and a half months early (1/2)

    · 57 min · S17 E1

    We’re hooked once again on the new series of The Traitors, so it felt only right that we sit down with Season 3 champion, Leanne Quigley for a chat on all things motherhood (and reality TV!) Leanne’s story is truly…

  7. New Year Special: UNRELEASED moments from 2025

    · 26 min · S16 E52

    This special episode features never-before-heard snippets from some of our favourite conversations, including: Dr Emily MacDonagh on the importance of honest conversations about the realities of parenting; Joanna Page…

  8. Carrie Hope Fletcher & Joel Montague: how to perform when you're sleep deprived (part 2)

    · 44 min · S16 E51 · Explicit

    Carrie and Joel are back for part 2 of their Christmassy chat! This time, we hear about the birth of their daughter Mabel, the challenges of sleep deprivation, and balancing work and family life in the theatre…

  9. Carrie Hope Fletcher & Joel Montague on stepping into their greatest roles yet (part 1)

    · 44 min · S16 E50 · Explicit

    It’s a true family affair on this week’s episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby! Gi’s sister-in-law Carrie Hope Fletcher and her husband Joel Montague stop by Gi's house for a very festive chat. The couple share what it’s…

  10. Nutritionist GQ Jordan: "recovering from a c-section changed my attitude to health"

    · 1 h 06 min · S16 E49

    This week Gi sits down with women's health nutritionist GQ Jordan, whose philosophy centres on listening to and nourishing your body - and making healthy eating feel simple and achievable. GQ opens up about her…

  11. Sophie Ellis-Bextor: five c-sections, Murder on the Dance Floor, and the power of Perimenopop

    · 1 h 07 min · S16 E48

    The queen of disco is in the house! Pop icon and mother of five Sophie Ellis-Bextor joins Giovanna to chat motherhood, music, and everything in between. She tells Gi about falling pregnant with her son just 6 weeks…

  12. Harriet Kemsley: "DON'T stay together for the kids"

    · 1 h 03 min · S16 E47 · Explicit

    Get ready for laughs, tears, and everything in between as Giovanna sits down with stand-up comedian Harriet Kemsley. Harriet opens up to Gi about the end of her marriage and why walking away was ultimately the best…

  13. How can we help men and boys with their mental health? Parenting SOS with Dr Alex George.

    · 1 h 10 min · S16 E46

    This November is Men's Mental Health Month so we're joined by the UK's Youth Metal Health Ambassador, Dr Alex George to discuss Paternal wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. From addiction to fatherhood: Jason Donovan on the letter that changed his life

    · 55 min · S16 E45 · Explicit

    Everybody needs good Neighbours — and this week, Gi’s joined by the ultimate one! Singer, actor, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat LEGEND Jason Donovan opens up about the highs and lows of fame, his…

  15. Pixie Lott: “I’m ready to have this baby… let’s make it happen RIGHT now!”

    · 1 h 10 min · S16 E44

    Turn It Up as this week we’re joined by perhaps our most pregnant guest yet...? the incredible singer and pop superstar, Pixie Lott! Pixie chats with Gi about her second pregnancy, from what it’s like to perform while…

  16. Keira Knightley: "I was suddenly pregnant doing an Oscar campaign"

    · 1 h 16 min · S16 E43 · Explicit

    Roll out the red carpet because this week we welcome the one and only Keira Knightley to the Happy Mum Happy Baby studio! She's known all around the world for her unforgettable roles in Pride and Prejudice, Love…

  17. Giovanna Joins Joel Dommett on ‘And The Award Goes To…’!!

    · 43 min

    Subscribe to ‘And The Award Goes To…’ here In this bonus episode, Giovanna appears on a brand new podcast, ‘And The Award Goes To….’. It’s the awards show that’s also a podcast, where guests dish out five awards…

  18. The ultimate guide to preparing for birth: Parenting SOS with Midwife Pip

    · 1 h 02 min · S16 E42

    For this month's Parenting SOS, Gi is joined by the wonderful Midwife Pip to chat all things pregnancy and postpartum. From the rollercoaster of pregnancy hormones to who is actually in the delivery room, Pip shares…

  19. Tess Daly: " the show must go on, no matter what"

    · 55 min · S16 E41

    Put your feet up and get cosy, this episode of Happy Mum Happy Baby comes straight to you from Gi’s sofa! And who better to join her than Mrs Saturday Night, Tess Daly! Tess has been a familiar face on our screens for…

  20. Natalie Cassidy beyond Albert Square: grief, body image, and motherhood

    · 1 h 11 min · S16 E40 · Explicit

    They don't get more iconic than this... this week Giovanna welcomes EastEnders legend and ultimate hun, Natalie Cassidy! Natalie and Gi talk about growing up in the public eye, the rollercoaster of raising teens, and…

  21. Joanna Page on placenta praevia, babies on set, and tandem breastfeeding

    · 55 min · S16 E39 · Explicit

    This week on Happy Mum Happy Baby we say hiya to actress, presenter and mother of four Joanna Page! Joanna opens up to Gi about life after Gavin & Stacey, and shares how she juggles the chaos of raising four children…

  22. Why do I feel so lonely? Parenting SOS with Michelle Kennedy

    · 41 min · S16 E38

    94% of new mums experience loneliness... but you don’t have to go through it alone. This month on Parenting SOS, Gi sits down with Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of networking app Peanut. Together, they explore why…

  23. Davina McCall on motherhood, finding love again, and recovering from brain surgery

    · 1 h 05 min · S16 E37 · Explicit

    Back in 2018, the iconic Davina McCall kicked off the second series of Happy Mum Happy Baby. And now… she’s back!! The legendary TV host behind some of the UK’s biggest reality shows and a fierce advocate for women’s…

  24. Ali Harris on baby loss and the importance of honouring grief

    · 1 h 22 min · S16 E36

    On this week's episode, Giovanna sits down with author Ali Harris for a deeply moving conversation about love, loss and finding hope through grief. Ali carried her third child, Poppy, for just under twenty-four weeks…

  25. Denise Lewis on feeling professional isolation after becoming a mum

    · 1 h 04 min · S16 E35

    Olympic champion, presenter and author Dame Denise Lewis joins us this week for an inspiring chat about balancing ambition and career with motherhood. Denise discusses the lack of support she experienced in the…

  26. Sophie Kasaei: Staying positive during fertility struggles

    · 57 min · S16 E34 · Explicit

    We're very excited this week to be joined by Geordie Shore legend Sophie Kasaei! Sophie first graced our screens in 2011 as part of the OG Geordie Shore cast and is now using her platform to shine a light on the many…

  27. How can I ease back-to-school anxiety? Parenting SOS with Saskia Joss

    · 49 min · S16 E33

    Returning to school after the summer holidays can be an anxious time for many children. So for this month's Parenting SOS, we invited child anxiety specialist and author of Help! My Child's Anxiety is Giving me Anxiety…

  28. Marcel Somerville: communication and respect is the key to co-parenting

    · 53 min · S16 E32 · Explicit

    This week Giovanna is joined by musician and father of one Marcel Somerville! First finding fame in the early 2000s with Blazin’ Squad, Marcel went on to appear on our screens in Love Island and then Love Island: All…

  29. Suzi Ruffell: ‘I thought I wouldn’t become a parent because I’m gay’

    · 53 min · S16 E31 · Explicit

    Stand-up comedian, podcaster and author Suzi Ruffell joins us for this week’s episode! Suzi tells Gi about the lack of queer representation she saw growing up and how it made her feel shame around her sexuality for a…

  30. Summer holiday catch-up with Giovanna

    · 31 min · S16 E30

    Gi is back from her family holiday and ready for a chat! Plus we revisit some of our episodes to hear what summer tips and tales our guests have shared with us over the years, including: Kerry Hudson on the joy of…

  31. What first aid should I know to keep my child safe this summer? Parenting SOS with Kate Ball

    · 46 min · S16 E29

    The summer holidays are here! Whether we're going away or staying closer to home, keeping our little ones safe is always top of mind. So this month on Parenting SOS, founder of Mini First Aid Kate Ball is here to share…

  32. Rick Edwards and Emer Kenny on throwing out the birth plan

    · 1 h 01 min · S16 E28

    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(!),…

  33. Dr Emily MacDonagh on why she and Peter Andre won’t have anymore children

    · 1 h 00 min · S16 E27

    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…

  34. Olivia Rubin on embracing colour, slowing down, and balancing motherhood and business

    · 57 min · S16 E26

    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…

  35. Is skincare for teens harmful? Parenting SOS with Dr. Emma Craythorne

    · 44 min · S16 E25 · Explicit

    For this episode of Parenting SOS, we’re joined by dermatologist and host of The Bad Skin Clinic, Dr Emma Craythorne. Dr. Emma explains how our skin barrier evolves from childhood through adulthood, and discusses the…

  36. Happy Dad, Happy Baby!

    · 40 min · S16 E24 · Explicit

    In celebration of Father's day, Gi's been digging through the archives again! She's put together some of her favourite chats from some of her favourite dads, including: • Tom Fletcher on how miscarriage affects dads…

  37. Ryan Libbey on supporting his partner through birth trauma

    · 1 h 06 min · S16 E23 · Explicit

    Our guest this week is personal trainer, podcaster, and former Made in Chelsea star Ryan Libbey! When Ryan’s partner Louise Thompson gave birth to their son Leo, she faced severe complications and trauma that turned…

  38. Rose and Rosie on parenthood as a same-sex couple

    · 1 h 08 min · S16 E22 · Explicit

    We're very excited this week to welcome everyone's favourite Youtube couple to the studio - it's Rose and Rosie! As a same-sex couple, finding information on how to start a family is not easy. Rose and Rosie open up…

  39. Lottie Tomlinson on family tragedy, embracing her body, and navigating anxious thoughts

    · 1 h 04 min · S16 E21 · Explicit

    This week we welcome author, entrepreneur and mum of two Lottie Tomlinson to the Happy Mum Happy Baby studio! Lottie opens up to Gi about losing her mum and how she has navigated her own parenting journey without her…

  40. Breast cancer awareness: Ali Bastian shares her story

    · 1 h 03 min · S16 E20 · Explicit

    For a special episode dedicated to breast cancer awareness, this week Giovanna sits down with actress and mum of two, Ali Bastian Last year, while breastfeeding her youngest daughter, Ali began experiencing severe…

  41. Peter Andre: "don’t make the same mistakes. Make new ones."

    · 54 min · S16 E19 · Explicit

    WIth his iconic hit 'Mysterious Girl' turning 30 this year, we thought it was about time we caught up with dad of 5 Peter Andre! This episode is full of heart, with Peter opening up to Gi about the overwhelming…

  42. Cariad Lloyd on talking to children about death

    · 1 h 04 min · S16 E18 · Explicit

    This week Giovanna is joined by comedian and actor Cariad Lloyd. Cariad is also the creator and host of the award-winning podcast Griefcast. She shares with Gi the profound impact of losing her father unexpectedly as…

  43. Siân Welby on problematic ’too posh to push’ stigma

    · 1 h 06 min · S16 E17 · Explicit

    Our guest this week is the hilarious radio & TV presenter Siân Welby! Siân's career has gone from strength to strength over the years, and she opens up about wanting to hide her pregnancy out of fear she would be…

  44. The ADHD Parenting Toolkit with Dr Mine Conkbayir

    · 38 min · S16 E16 · Explicit

    On this week's episode of Parenting SOS, we’re joined by Dr. Mine Conkbayir. Mine is an expert in neuroscience and has worked in early childhood education and care for 25 years. She's also an ADHD mum of one. Mine and…

  45. Lucy Watson on the realities of trying for a baby

    · 1 h 02 min · S16 E15 · Explicit

    This week on Happy Mum Happy Baby we’re joined by Made in Chelsea veteran and RENUE founder Lucy Watson! Lucy and Gi catch up on life since Made in Chelsea and delve into Lucy's journey as a first-time mother to…

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

    · 1 h 03 min · S16 E14

    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…

  47. Happy Mum, Happy Mother’s Day!

    · 45 min · S16 E13 · Explicit

    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…

  48. Psychologist Dr Julie on letting go of perfection in parenting and the power of making mistakes

    · 56 min · S16 E12

    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…

  49. Why am I so angry? Parenting SOS with Dr Caroline Boyd

    · 43 min · S16 E11

    On this month's Parenting SOS, we’re joined by Clinical Psychologist and expert on maternal rage Dr Caroline Boyd. Anger is a natural response to the overwhelming demands of motherhood in today’s society. Many of us…

  50. Cherry Healey on her successful co-parenting relationship with ex husband

    · 53 min · S16 E10 · Explicit

    Our guest this week is the insightful, witty, and all-round wonderful Cherry Healey, who over the years has graced our screens with the likes of SAS Who Dares Wins, Inside the Factory, and numerous BBC3 documentaries.…

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