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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 health joins Gi once again for an honest and unfiltered conversation about childbirth, motherhood, and the realities of womanhood.
She also opens up about undergoing brain surgery last year, sharing what that experience has taught her and how recovery is reshaping the way she sees herself.
Davina’s brand-new book, Birthing, the ultimate guide to conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is out now!
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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 until the day she delivered her, knowing she had already died. She opens up to Gi about navigating this loss, and how she has channeled that pain, healing, and hope into writing.
Her latest novel received countless rejections - “no one wants to read about baby loss'. But Ali was determined to create space for these stories in fiction, not only for the millions of women who know this grief firsthand, but also to help bring these experiences into the wider world of storytelling.
Ali's new book, This Wasn’t Meant to Happen, is available from September 11th.
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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 sporting world when she became pregnant at the peak of her career.
Plus, she recounts an unexpected chapter in her life when, at 46, symptoms she attributed to perimenopause were actually signs of her fourth pregnancy!
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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 different journeys to parenthood.
Sophie opens up to Gi about her personal struggle with conceiving, the emotional highs and lows she's experienced so far, and the impact it’s had on her relationship with TOWIE’s Jordan Brook.
Sending love and support to anyone that may be on this journey too; you are not alone 🤍
You can catch more of Sophie on Geordie Stories: Sophie’s Fertility Journey, now available to stream on Paramount+
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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 Saskia Joss to the studio to help us make the back-to-school transition as smooth as possible.
Saskia ad Gi talk about some of the reasons why children might feel anxious about returning to school, and what we can do to support them.
Plus, Saskia offers guidance for addressing emotionally-based school avoidance (EBSA) and outlines actionable steps to take if your child feels unable to attend school.
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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 stars.
He opens up to Gi about prioritising his son throughout his marriage breakup, his Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis, and how he really feels about his return to the Love Island Villa.
Marcel's new single What I Did For Love is out now! And you can catch Marcel at The Blazin’ Squad Brunch, taking over 6 cities across the country from August 30th!
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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 long time.
Plus, she opens up about navigating motherhood as someone with anxiety and the ongoing challenge of learning not to catastrophise.
Suzi's brilliant new book 'Am I Having Fun Now? is available NOW! And she is of course back on tour with 'The Juggle' from September. Check it out!
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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 travelling with kids
Harry and Izzy Judd on having a summer baby
The Travelling Gays on keeping their routine on holiday
Louise Thompson on struggling to leave the house when living with PTSD
Laura Anderson on the hacks she's picked up from her career as a flight attendant
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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 her top tips to get you ready for a great summer!
Kate and Gi run through some of the best ways to prevent accidents, from swimming safety to sunburn protection.
Plus, Kate explains the importance of trusting your gut when it comes to your child’s health, and of course answers some of your first aid questions.
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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(!), plus Rick shares how he tried to make himself useful during Emer's 40+ hour labour.
The couple also open up about navigating freelancing and family, with Emer explaining how she managed to juggle writing a tv show with having a baby. And you can check out Emer's incredible work for yourself - the second series of Karen Pirie returns to ITV1 and ITVX this Sunday 20th July!
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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 training, and discusses what being a step parent means to her.
Plus, Emily shares the story of her third birth for the first time, the complications of which led to the realisation that Belle would be her last child.
Emily also has a book coming out! Incredible Things Your Body Can Do is Emily's debut picture book that teaches children about their bodies from an early age. Aimed at children aged 3 and up, Incredible Things Your Body Can Do celebrates the human body and its amazing abilities. Make sure you preorder your copy here!
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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 things back.
Olivia also opens up about struggling mentally after the birth of her first child. As postnatal mental health was rarely spoken about, Olivia admits at the time she didn't know what she was experiencing,
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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 potential risks that popular skincare trends such as the ‘Sephora kids’ phenomenon pose to young, developing skin.
Plus, Dr Emma answers your questions on common pre-teen skin conditions like eczema & acne.
For more skin tips and tricks, listen to Dr Emma's podcast - After Hours Skin Clinic!
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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:
Plus, keep listening to hear a VIP guest - Max Fletcher talks about what makes a great dad!
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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 their worlds upside down. We spoke to Louise last year on the podcast and now it’s Ryan’s turn to share his story.
Ryan opens up to Gi about letting go of the pressure to always be the strong one in his family, and how showing up for himself was actually the key to showing up for Louise and Leo.
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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 to Gi about the challenges of navigating a heteronormative healthcare system, from choosing a sperm donor, to IUI vs IVF, and what it's like to be the 'other mother.'
Plus, they discuss feeling the pressure to get everything right as a same-sex parent, Rose’s struggle with feeling rejected by her son, and Rosie’s experience with postpartum depression.
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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 mum by her side.
Plus, Lottie reflects on finding her truest confidence since having her children and explains why she's no longer hiding behind beauty treatments.
Lottie's memoir Lucky Girl is available now!
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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 pain and discovered a lump in her breast. Despite her concerns, she was told it was likely a blocked duct from feeding.
Ali opens up about what followed - her breast cancer diagnosis, chemotherapy, and a mastectomy. She reflects on what it meant to really show up for herself during that time, and the love and support she found in unexpected places in what can be an incredibly lonely journey.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion around cancer. If you think you may find this difficult to listen to, please choose another episode x
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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 emotion of meeting each of his children for the first time, and how he's embraced being a newborn dad again in his fifties.
Plus, Peter reveals the one strict rule he's set for his teenagers, Junior and Princess, and reflects on the values instilled in him by his Jehovah’s Witness upbringing.
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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 a teenager and how that experience has shaped her life and work.
They also discuss the importance of language when talking about death and Cariad explains how she has approached conversations about her dad with her own children.
Look out for Cariad's debut picture book Where Did She Go?, a reassuring resource for any parent worried about discussing grief and death with their little one.
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