The Night Feed: The Podcast for New Mums

Charlotte Smith
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Hello new Mama, join me as I keep you company during those night feeds, talking all things new motherhood. I'll be chatting to mamas from all walks of life - whether they're thriving or feel like they're just surviving to show no matter what you're going through, we're all in this together!  We chat, laugh...and sometimes cry whilst I discuss everything from birth and breastfeeding to life-changing hacks and embarrassing stories! Email thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com if you have stories, tips or would like to be interviewed - I'd love to hear from you!  If you're enjoying the podcast, feel free to buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenightfeed 

  1. 2 days ago

    Are Modern Mums Narcissistic? Erica Komisar's Controversial Claim

    Modern motherhood is loud. Between social media, parenting advice, notifications and the endless mental load, many mums aren't lacking self-care, they're lacking silence. In this episode, I share one simple, free self-care habit that can help calm your nervous system without needing childcare, money or hours of spare time: creating a daily "No Input" pocket. If you're feeling overstimulated, touched out or mentally exhausted, this episode is a gentle reminder that sometimes the best thing you can do is... nothing at all. Email me: thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    25 min

  2. 11 June

    Did Covid Kill “The Village”? and Avoiding Nipple Confusion

    Did Covid quietly destroy “the village” mothers once relied on? In this episode, I explore how motherhood has changed since the pandemic and whether modern parenting has become far more isolated than previous generations. From family “dropping in” to neighbours helping with babies, many mums grew up hearing stories about a village that simply doesn’t seem to exist anymore. But did Covid permanently shift the way we parent, socialise and ask for help? Plus: A listener shares honest baby travel hacks after flying with a 6-month-old to Greece A breastfeeding mum asks about the best bottles for combo feeding and avoiding nipple confusion I react to Steven Bartlett saying three glasses of wine “ruin” his week and why mums are exhausted by wellness culture and self-optimisation If you’ve ever felt lonely during motherhood, overwhelmed by parenting expectations, or wondered where “the village” went, this episode is for you. Email the podcast: thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    32 min

  3. 3 June

    Mommymaxxing, Baby Heatwave Anxiety & Quiet Quitting Parenting Advice

    I'm back after a week away in South Wales and honestly…straight back into the teething trenches. I’m talking record bad sleep, breastfeeding during a heatwave and surviving bedtime with three kids while running on fumes. In this episode we chat: Holiday survival tips for travelling with babies and toddlersBaby heatwave anxiety and the panic around room temperatures, tog guides and overheatingWhy British homes become saunas the second temperatures hit 24 degreesThe growing trend of mums “quiet quitting” parenting adviceTracking apps, wake windows and the exhaustion of constantly analysing your baby“Mommymaxxing” and the pressure to optimise every part of motherhoodWhy modern motherhood can feel like a performanceSlower motherhood, overstimulation and learning to be present againIf you’ve ever found yourself Googling “is my baby too hot?”, obsessing over milestones or feeling overwhelmed by parenting content online, this episode is for you. The Night Feed is the podcast for new mums, parents up in the night and anyone navigating modern motherhood without the filtered perfection. Email me: thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    36 min

  4. 20 May

    The Attention Economy vs Motherhood + Baby Monitor Fail Story

    Why does modern motherhood feel so overwhelming, even when you’re doing everything right? In this episode of The Night Feed, I explore the growing impact of the attention economy on mums, and why today’s mothers are experiencing a level of mental load, overstimulation and pressure like never before. From endless scrolling during night feeds to constant comparison and parenting advice online, it’s easy to feel like you’re always “on” and never quite enough. In this episode, I cover: Why motherhood feels more mentally exhausting in the digital ageThe impact of social media on postpartum mental health and comparisonWhat the “attention economy” actually means for mumsWhy overstimulation is one of the biggest hidden struggles of motherhoodThe shift away from sharing children online and “sharenting fatigue”How to feel calmer, more present and less overwhelmedPlus: A listener story: “Baby Monitor Fail” — a toe-curling moment every mum will fear (and laugh at)A feel-good email on finding small, realistic ways to rebuild maternal self-imageThis week’s trending topic: why influencers are stepping back from sharing their childrenA simple self-care tip to help quiet a busy mindIf you’ve ever felt overstimulated, exhausted, or like you’re constantly comparing yourself to other mums online, this episode will remind you that you are not alone, and you are not failing. Because you were never meant to compete with an algorithm! Email me thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    25 min

  5. 13 May

    New Mum Regrets, Resenting Your Partner & “Is Work Easier Than a Newborn?”

    In this episode of The Night Feed, we’re having an honest, unfiltered conversation about early motherhood: the parts no one really prepares you for. From the biggest regrets mums have in the newborn stage to feeling resentment towards your partner after having a baby, this episode is for any mum who feels overwhelmed, touched out, or like she’s quietly struggling behind the scenes. We also dive into a viral parenting debate: Is going to work actually easier than staying home with a newborn? …and why so many mums feel their exhaustion isn’t taken seriously. Plus, real listener emails covering: Feeling alone in your relationship after babyPostnatal anxiety (PPA) and postpartum depression (PPD)A beautiful breastfeeding win after months of strugglingAnd a powerful reminder that even the hardest phases don’t last foreverKeep your emails coming thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    44 min

  6. 6 May

    Are You Doing Baby Sleep “Wrong”? Weaning Fears & The Truth About Modern Motherhood

    In this episode of The Night Feed, I explore how baby sleep differs around the world and why there’s no single “right” way to do it. From sleep training in the US to co-sleeping and slower-paced parenting in places like Sweden and Spain, this conversation is a reminder that cultural norms shape how we parent more than we realise. I also talk about the pressure millennial parents are under; raising children in a more isolated, expensive, and information-heavy world, while still trying to be deeply present and connected. Plus, I answer two listener questions: • The anxiety spiral of Googling baby milestones • Fear of choking during weaning and how to navigate it safely If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unsure, or like you’re doing it wrong this podcast is here to reassure you that you’re not. Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    25 min

  7. 26 Apr

    Why Your Baby Will Only Sleep on You, Mum Comparison & Decision Fatigue

    Welcome back to The Night Feed. This episode is all about the mental load of motherhood; from decision fatigue to baby sleep struggles, comparison, and those days where you feel completely touched out. I talk about one of those nights where everything feels harder and why, even after no sleep, you will get through the next day (even if it’s powered by coffee). We dive into decision fatigue in motherhood; that strange moment when the baby finally sleeps and you suddenly don’t know what to do with yourself. After thousands of micro-decisions every day, your brain just shuts down. If you’ve ever stood in the kitchen holding a muslin wondering how your life got here, this will feel very familiar. I also share two listener emails - keep yours coming in to thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    29 min

  8. 15 Apr

    Maternal Body Image, Mother-in-Law Boundaries & Postpartum Rage

    Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the more emotional parts of early motherhood: postpartum body image, setting boundaries with family, and the rise of something many mums are quietly experiencing: postpartum rage. I share a listener email about struggling with maternal self-image after having a baby. Even after a healthy pregnancy, body changes, constant hunger from breastfeeding, and lack of time can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. I talk through practical, realistic ways to feel more like you again without pressure or unrealistic expectations. We also dive into a situation so many mums will recognise: a mother-in-law posting photos of your baby on social media without asking. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable setting boundaries or worried about upsetting family, we talk about how to handle it clearly, calmly, and without guilt. In this week’s trending topic, I talk about postpartum rage and why so many mums are talking about it right now, what it actually is, and how overwhelm, mental load, and lack of rest can show up as anger. If you’ve ever felt snappy, overstimulated, or not quite like yourself, this part will resonate. This episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone in how you’re feeling. You’re not failing. You’re just carrying a lot. Support the show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed

    39 min
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Hello new Mama, join me as I keep you company during those night feeds, talking all things new motherhood. I'll be chatting to mamas from all walks of life - whether they're thriving or feel like they're just surviving to show no matter what you're going through, we're all in this together!  We chat, laugh...and sometimes cry whilst I discuss everything from birth and breastfeeding to life-changing hacks and embarrassing stories! Email thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com if you have stories, tips or would like to be interviewed - I'd love to hear from you!  If you're enjoying the podcast, feel free to buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenightfeed 

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