Happy Mum Happy Baby
Giovanna Fletcher
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Aug 12, 2021 • 15min
Baby-size: Emma Willis
Throughout the last seven series of Happy Mum Happy Baby, there have been some amazing, informative and moving conversations.Gi wanted to bring you some of her favourite moments in a series of ‘baby-sized’ episodes. So to kick off, we hear part of her chat with best friend TV presenter Emma Willis. They talk about developing confidence as a new mum and three kids in, feeling like you still have no idea what you’re doing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2021 • 56min
Alexandra Heminsley
In this episode, Gi meets writer and journalist Alexandra Heminsley. Gi hears about Alexandra’s experience of IVF, how a huge error in a test result affected her during pregnancy, and how she came to terms with the fact her then-husband was going to transition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 3, 2021 • 44min
Jake & Hannah Graf
Gi meets a couple The Guardian have named “The UK’s most influential LGBT Power Couple.” Captain Hannah Graf MBE is an Officer of the British Army serving with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. In 2013 she came out as a transgender woman and became one of the highest-ranking transgender soldiers within the British Army. Jake Graf is an award-winning director, writer and actor known for his roles in ’The Danish Girl' and ‘Colette’', ’. After meeting in 2015, last year they welcomed their first child into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 27, 2021 • 56min
Emma Barnett
From Woman’s Hour to Newsnight, today’s guest is broadcaster, journalist and writer Emma Barnett. Gi hears about Emma’s struggles with endometriosis, her IVF journey and learns how she was keen to retain her sense of self after giving birth to her son. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 20, 2021 • 57min
Ade Adepitan and Linda Harrison
In this episode, Gi chats with sports pundit, TV presenter and Paralympic medallist Ade Adepitan and his wife, singer Linda Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 13, 2021 • 1h 1min
Greg Rutherford
To kick off the new series, Gi is joined by Greg Rutherford, MBE, former track and field athlete who specialised in long jump. He represented Great Britain at the Olympics, World and European Championships, and England at the Commonwealth Games. He’s also Masterchef Celebrity champion for 2019 and is planning to compete in the GB bobsleigh team at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing! Greg is a father of three and in this episode he shares his experience of supporting his partner through severe hyperemesis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 13, 2021 • 55min
Millie Mackintosh
Wellness, fashion and former Made in Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh joins Gi this week to reflect on her first year as a mother. They discuss emotional wellbeing, reflux, cracked nipples and dealing with her baby's hip dysplasia diagnosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 6, 2021 • 56min
Africa Daley-Clarke
This week's episode is with Africa Daley-Clarke AKA, The Vitamin D Project. Africa is an Interior Stylist and mother of three. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 30, 2021 • 56min
Laura and Tom Hopper
This week Gi meets with long-time friends, actors Tom and Laura Hopper. They share their story of becoming parents and how they've dealt with their son's recent autism diagnosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 23, 2021 • 1h 7min
Kreena Dhiman
Cancer, surrogacy and miracles that come in threes... Kreena Dhiman (of The Intended Parent podcast) shares the unique and hugely inspirational story of how she became a mother to four children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
