S16 Ep1: Major Mum Hacks with Casey Major Bunce: Life-saving tips for the busy parent
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the brilliant Casey Major Bunce, a mother of four and the creative mind behind Major Mum Hacks. Casey shares her incredible journey through motherhood, offering practical tips and life hacks that can save time, money, and sanity for busy families.
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Family Holidays: Wendy opens up about her family's lack of overseas holidays and the honesty behind the struggles many parents face when it comes to finances and travel.
- The Power of Preparation: Casey reveals her essential hacks for managing chaotic mornings, including the famous pancake muffin hack that has transformed breakfast for her family.
- Visual Learning for Kids: The trio discusses the importance of visual aids in helping children understand daily routines and responsibilities, making mornings smoother for everyone.
- Navigating Parenthood with Neurodiversity: Casey shares her experiences as a neurodiverse parent and how it has shaped her parenting style, including her recent autism diagnosis.
- Family Outings Made Easy: From clever packing tips to keeping kids entertained on long journeys, Casey provides insights into making family outings more enjoyable and less stressful.
- Embracing Imperfection: The discussion turns to the pressures of social media and the importance of being honest about the realities of parenting, including the challenges and messiness that come with it.
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 Ep11: Teen Accounts: Meta’s Tara Hopkins explains the new Instagram tools to make social safer
In this special bonus episode of The Netmums Podcast, guest host Louise Burke, our Editorial Director, delves into a crucial topic for modern parents: keeping our teens safe online. Joined by Tara Hopkins, Meta's Global Director of Public Policy and a fellow parent, they discuss the success of the Teen Accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger, designed to protect young users as they navigate social media.
The conversation highlights:
- Understanding Teen Accounts: Tara explains the features such as automatic protective settings that ensure a safer experience for users under 18.
- Tools for Parents: How parental supervision tools work, allowing parents to monitor their teens' activity while respecting their privacy.
- Navigating the Digital Landscape: Tara shares insights on how parents can effectively engage with their teens about social media, including the importance of having open conversations and staying curious about their online world.
- New Features on the Horizon: Listeners will learn about upcoming tools being rolled out, including restrictions on live broadcasting and nudity filters, aimed at enhancing safety for younger users.
- Tara reflects on her journey as a parent navigating social media with her own children, offering relatable anecdotes and practical advice.
Join us for this informative discussion that aims to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to support your teens in the digital age. It’s definitely listening time well spent – it’ll arm you with everything you need to know to parent better.
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 Ep10: Juggling kids, puppies, and binge-worthy TV: Alex Jones on parenting with gratitude
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the absolutely delightful Alex Jones, renowned TV presenter, podcaster and mum of three, best known for her work on The One Show. In this super down to earth chat Alex shares her experiences of motherhood, the joys and challenges of raising young children (and pets!) and her recent move to the countryside.
The conversation covers:
- Birthday Reflections: Alex discusses her recent birthday celebrations and the importance of appreciating the gift of another year.
- Parenting Adventures: From ballet classes to dealing with chickenpox and broken bones, Alex shares the ups and downs of parenting young children.
- The Journey of Ageing: The trio discusses the notion of being an 'older mum' and how it has shaped Alex's parenting style and outlook on life.
- Balancing Work and Family: Alex opens up about her full-time job, the challenges of juggling work with family life, and the decisions she makes to prioritise her children.
- Home Renovations: Alex shares insights into her family's recent move to the countryside, the renovations of their new home, and how it has positively impacted their lives.
- Recommendations: Alex hosts the ‘Binge!’ podcast with McFly’s Harry Judd, and shares a snapshot of her favourite TV shows, books, and podcasts.
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 Ep9: Emma Barnett on maternity leave: The highs, lows, and everything in between
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome the incredibly insightful Emma Barnett, an award-winning journalist and broadcaster known for her work on BBC Radio 4's Today programme and Women's Hour. Emma, a mother of two, shares her experiences surrounding maternity leave and the often-unspoken realities of motherhood.
The conversation includes:
- The Reality of Maternity Leave: Emma discusses the challenges of feeling both isolated and in need of connection during this transformative period.
- Rebranding Maternity Leave: Emma proposes a new perspective on maternity leave, framing it as a time of service and kindness rather than just a break from work.
- The Impact of IVF: Emma opens up about her IVF journey, reflecting on the emotional rollercoaster and the importance of community support during this time.
- The Myth of Motherhood: The trio explores the romanticised notions of motherhood and how the realities often differ from expectations.
- Finding Balance: Emma shares her approach to juggling work, motherhood, and her new business venture, Claire Your Streets, while offering practical advice for parents seeking to find their footing.
Join us for a discussion that challenges the norms of motherhood and offers a fresh perspective on the journey of 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 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.
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Proudly 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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