The award-nominated podcast with an unvarnished take on parenting, featuring well-known guests. Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry chat with celebrities, authors a...
S15 Ep8: Embracing the madness: Vogue Williams the motherhood balancing act
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by the fabulous Vogue Williams, a busy mum of three, wife to Spencer Matthew, and the host of the popular podcasts My Therapist Ghosted Me and Never Live it Down. Vogue opens up about her parenting experiences, sharing the joys and challenges of raising her children while managing a hectic career.
The conversation covers a range of topics, including:
- Milestones in Parenting: Alison reflects on her 14-year-old's newfound independence in the kitchen, contrasting it with the demands of her younger children.
- Parenting Dynamics: Vogue discusses the division of household tasks with Spencer, and the often-unseen burden of managing family logistics.
- Child-Free Time: The importance of nurturing relationships outside of parenting, and how Vogue and Spencer make time for each other amidst their busy schedules.
- The Quest for Kindness: Vogue shares her approach to raising kind children while navigating the pressures of societal expectations.
- Future Family Plans: With Vogue contemplating a fourth child, the discussion delves into the realities of parenting and the impact of age on family dynamics.
Join us for a brilliant chat filled with practical advice for parents navigating the ups and downs of family life.
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Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
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S15 Ep7: Sarah Beeny with son Charlie: Tackling tough topics as a family
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by the fabulous television presenter Sarah Beeny and one of her four sons, Charlie Beeny, for a very lively chat about parenting, communication and tackling tricky topics at home.
Sarah shares insights from her new podcast, ‘Seriously?! With Sarah Beeney’, where she dives into conversations with her family about everything from sexting and OnlyFans, to gender identity and the menopause. They talk about how their open communication style has fostered a supportive environment for discussing sensitive subjects, allowing for honest conversations that many families shy away from.
Highlights of the episode:
- The Importance of Openness: Sarah and Charlie discuss how their family dynamic encourages awkward conversations, breaking down barriers around difficult topics.
- Parenting Challenges: The pair reflect on the evolving nature of parenting and how Sarah's approach has changed as her children have grown.
- Family Band: Navigating life when your kids and husband are living the rockstar lifestyle as touring musicians with band The Entitled Sons
- Positive Role Models: They explore the impact of role models in today’s society, particularly in relation to young boys and the influence of figures like Andrew Tate.
- Lessons Learned: Sarah reveals what she's learned from Charlie, whilst Wendy and Aliosn put Charlie on the spot to find out what he’d most like to change about Sarah’s parenting!
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
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S15 Ep6: From Dragon's Den to family life: Sara Davies on the joys of parenting
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome Sara Davies MBE, renowned for her role on Dragon's Den and her new BBC series, The Big Idea Works. Sara shares her parenting journey, navigating business and parenting life with two energetic boys.
Sara offers her insights around the challenges of letting go as a fellow parent, reflecting particularly the differences between older and younger siblings.
The chat delves into:
- Entrepreneurial spirit: Sara's youngest son is already showing signs of business acumen with his plans for a YouTube channel.
- Imposter syndrome: Sara opens up about her own experiences with self-doubt and how she learned to embrace her achievements and authenticity.
- Luxury vs budget camping holidays: Sara discusses her philosophy on travel and the importance of instilling values in her children through experiences rather than luxury.
- Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: Sara provides valuable tips for parents with innovative ideas…
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Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
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S15 Ep5: Oritse Williams on embracing vulnerability in fatherhood, overcoming loss and the joys of baby Shiva
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison chat with Oritse Williams from JLS about his wild ride into fatherhood. Oritse spills the beans on the highs of baby Shiva and the lows of sleepless nights and nappy disasters.
He gets real about the tough times, including the heartbreak of two miscarriages, and how keeping his wife’s pregnancy under wraps was a protective move for their mental health.
Oritse also dives into the tricky topic of dads showing their feelings, sharing how it’s helped his bond with his wife and how society can make it tough for blokes to talk about their emotions.
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
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S15 Ep4: Smartphone Free Childhood Founders Daisy Greenwell and Joe Ryrie on the power of a parent collective and the pressures of social media on children
Netmums hosts Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry join smartphone-free campaigners Daisy Greenwell and Joe Ryrie to discuss whether a smartphone free childhood is the right approach for our children today.
Daisy and Joe started the Smartphone Free Childhood campaign in February 2024, after one Whatsapp message went viral and later grew into a movement with over 200,000 members! They talk about their journey from being concerned parents to leading a national campaign, tackling the challenges and pressures of smartphones and social media on children.
The chat covers the risks of kids having unrestricted smartphone access such as exposure to harmful content and social media addiction. They also discuss the balance between enjoying tech benefits and keeping kids safe online.
You'll hear about the importance of parents working together, tech companies' roles, and the need for rules to ensure kids have age-appropriate tech access. If you're a parent struggling with setting smartphone boundaries, this episode offers practical advice for healthier digital habits and encouraging real-world engagement.
Daisy and Joe also share their ideas of smartphone alternatives that keep kids safe and connected without the risks.
If you’d like to learn more about their campaign or sign the Smartphone Free Childhood Parent Pact, check out their website for resources and connect with local WhatsApp groups to meet like-minded parents:
https://smartphonefreechildhood.co.uk/
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Series 15 of the Netmums Podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
The award-nominated podcast with an unvarnished take on parenting, featuring well-known guests. Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry chat with celebrities, authors and public figures about birth stories, parenting fails, teen troubles and everything in between.
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