You, Still

A short ramble and explanation of where I've been, what the plan is - and a few questions for you. Hello! Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm 32 this year and am a product of the 90s. So, what was parenting like back then? What was the guidance like, the support? Join me as I chat to my mum Rebecca about the experience of pregnancy, birth and beyond in 1991. Plus, we touch on our relationship now and Rebecca's experience of being a Nanna. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many plates are you currently spinning? I bet it's a lot! I'm joined this week by Sophie Price (@sophie_pricey) to chat about THE JUGGLE. Friends, childcare, marriage, work, baby, plus taking care of yourself along the way...phew! I hope that by listening to this episode you realise that you're not alone when it comes to feeling like being a mum, being successful in other parts of your life all while trying to fill your own cup can be A LOT, sometimes. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does work look like when you have kids? This week, I'm joined by Cat Hufton, mum of two and founder of The Freelance Parent newsletter, to talk about careers after kids and earning money while you're trying to keep so many plates spinning. What is it like to step away from the corporate world to enter freelancing? And, what is it like to be a working mum in the freelance world? Cat and I connect on our experiences - the positives and the shortfalls of what it’s like when you’re working in a non-traditional job role, around looking after your children. We also talk about what flexibility is like for mothers and partners in a post-pandemic world. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I'm joined by Zoe Ayre, known as The Respectful Mum (@therespectfulmum) on Instagram. She is a staunch advocate for gentle parenting from birth and in this episode we cover co-sleeping, or bedsharing. Why do it? What are the benefits? Is it safe? Listen to this episode to get the low-down on those close cuddles with your babe, and why co-sleeping could be the best thing you ever do. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to You, Still - season two. Join me and Lucy Baker (@geriatric_mum) as we chat about the ongoing stigma many 'older' mums face and when - if ever - there is a 'right' time to have a baby. Lucy's positive attitude and strength will leave you feeling uplifted and empowered and most importantly, that we're all in this together. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last episode of season one brings with it a chat all about early parenthood with the man who made me a mum…my husband, Will! He is honestly the best of the best and I’m so lucky to have him as my husband and Polly’s dad. We chat about how we’ve coped over the last few months, whether we feel our relationship has changed and how we remember that as well as Mum and Dad, we're Will and Ella as well. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined this week by Holly Cameron where we discuss whether friendships can stay the same after one party has a baby and whether, in fact, they should. This topic is extremely nuanced and we can only speak from our personal experience, so it would be great to hear from you and what you think! Sorry about my audio during our chat - my mic was buggin'! Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leaps? Reflux? Tongue-tie? 30 minute naps? Catnaps? Drowsy but awake? Don't feed to sleep? DO feed to sleep? Don't rock, do rock, don't let them cry, DO let them cry... If you've ever had a newborn, you know how easy it is to be overwhelmed with information around what's best to do for your child. It can leave you feeling less than, and like you have created a 'problem' that needs to be 'fixed'. ...you may just have a normal baby. I'm joined this week by Emily from Fox and the Moon Sleep - @foxandthemoon_sleep - who dives into what is actually normal and why the sleep industry has a lot to answer for when it comes to making parents feel like they're doing something wrong! Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's that deep, gnawing sensation in your stomach, as soon as you step away from your baby and do something for you? It's that dreaded MUM GUILT. I'm joined this week by Dr Sophie Brock - @drsophiebrock - who drills down WHY we have that feeling, and what needs to change to ease it. I loved recording this episode and feel like we could have talked for hours. Dr Sophie explains that so much of the tension in motherhood actually comes from society and what it expects from us. I hope you'll come away from this episode feeling a little less guilty and a little more empowered! Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you and your baby don't have the spontaneous birth and labour you were expecting, and your tiny baby begins their life in NICU? I'm joined this week by Sam Harrison - @the_nicu_mummy - to discuss the gap in knowledge and education for mums and dads of what can happen if your baby needs to be cared for at the hospital after birth. Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the very first episode of You, Still! This week, we're talking about when we become 'mother'. When exactly does that occur? We're joined by guest Eimaan Hafeez-Quainton, Founder of EHQ Jewellery, who talks us through her journey to motherhood and the realities faced along the way. I am honoured and humbled to be able to share Eimaan, Peter and Khairo's story on my podcast. The strength they have shown from the moment of Khairo's birth until now has been astounding and their love for their son knows no bounds. Trigger warning: in this episode, we talk about medical negligence. Don't forget to follow us @youstillpodcast on Instagram and Twitter! Music by ComaStudio from Pixabay. Follow us and send a DM at @youstillpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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