Heidi At Home

Heidi Skudder
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Heidi At Home is a warm, lifestyle-led podcast filmed from my kitchen, featuring honest conversations with inspiring women navigating motherhood alongside business, careers, and modern life. Moving away from traditional “expert parenting” content, the podcast focuses on real stories, authentic experiences, and the realities of balancing ambition with family life - all in a relaxed, conversational setting that feels more like coffee with friends than a studio interview.

  1. Jul 27

    Bonus: Why Your Childhood Shapes The Way You Parent

    Have you ever found yourself reacting to your child and immediately thought, "I sound just like my mum," or "I promised I'd never do that?" You're not imagining it. Long before we become parents ourselves, we're learning what parenting looks like. We absorb beliefs, behaviours and expectations from the adults who raised us, often without even realising it. In this bonus episode of Heidi at Home, we explore how your own childhood experiences continue to influence the way you parent today, and why understanding your default patterns isn't about blaming your parents, but about creating the awareness needed to make intentional choices. In this episode, we discuss: How your childhood shapes your parenting beliefs and behaviours.Why we often repeat what we experienced - or swing to the complete opposite.Different parenting styles, from control-based and permissive approaches to connection-based parenting.Why certain moments with your child can feel disproportionately difficult.How understanding your own story can help you parent with greater intention, rather than simply reacting.Why awareness is the first step towards breaking generational patterns.The way you were parented isn't your fault. But becoming aware of the patterns you've inherited gives you the opportunity to choose what you want to carry forward, and what you want to leave behind. Because every small shift you make has the potential to change the story for the next generation. If you'd like to dive deeper into understanding your parenting patterns and building a more connected relationship with your child, you'll find more support through my coaching programmes and resources at Parenting with Heidi. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you followed Heidi at Home, left a review, or shared it with another parent who might need to hear this today.

  2. Jul 24

    Eps 10: The Leap From Corporate to Founder with Fliss from Wild Thingz

    What does it really take to walk away from the security of a corporate career and build something of your own? In this episode of Heidi at Home, I'm joined by the founder of Wild Thingz to talk about the leap so many people dream about - but few actually make. We explore what it means to take a risk on yourself, build a business from the ground up, and create a brand that people genuinely remember. Along the way, we also talk honestly about the realities of juggling life with entrepreneurship, making difficult decisions, and finding a way to grow a business without losing sight of what matters most. In this episode, we discuss: The decision to leave the corporate world and become founders.Taking calculated risks and trusting your instincts.What it takes to build a memorable brand in a crowded market.The realities of being women in business.Balancing ambition with family life.The lessons learnt along the wayWhether you're dreaming of starting a business, already running one alongside family life, or simply curious about the stories behind successful brands, this is an honest conversation about courage, resilience and building something you're proud of. Wild Thingz have a brand new flavour of sweets out NOW If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you followed Heidi at Home, left a review, or shared it with someone who's thinking about taking that next step in their own career or business.

  3. Jul 20 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Eps: What Your Children Learn When They See You Cry

    As parents, many of us instinctively try to shield our children from our own difficult emotions. We wait until they're asleep before we cry. We put on a brave face. We tell them, "I'm fine." But what if, in protecting them from our sadness, we're missing an opportunity to teach one of life's most important lessons? In this week's Heidi at Home Mini, I share a very personal experience following the loss of our family dog, and why allowing my children to see my grief became a powerful reminder that emotional resilience isn't about hiding our feelings, it's about showing our children that it's possible to move through them. In this episode, we explore: Why children learn just as much from watching our emotions as they do from how we respond to theirs.The difference between sharing emotions in a healthy way and expecting our children to carry them.Why modelling sadness, grief and disappointment helps children build emotional resilience.How children learn that difficult feelings don't last forever.Why being emotionally authentic can strengthen, rather than weaken, your relationship with your child.Our children don't need perfect parents who never struggle. They need adults who show them that all emotions are welcome, that it's safe to talk about them, and that even the hardest feelings become easier to carry with time. Looking for practical ways to help your child understand and talk about their emotions? My Feelings Out Loud mini offer is designed to help families build emotional literacy together through simple, engaging activities and conversations that fit into everyday family life. It's a gentle way to help your child recognise, express and manage their feelings, while giving you the confidence to support them along the way. Find out more here If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you followed Heidi at Home, left a review, or shared it with another parent who might need to hear this message today.

  4. Jul 16

    Eps 9: No One Teaches You How to go From Partners to Parents with Couples Coach Catherine Topham

    This week on Heidi at Home, I'm joined by couples therapist Catherine for a conversation that every parent should hear. Before children, so much of your time, energy and attention is invested in each other. Then, almost overnight, a tiny person arrives who needs everything from both of you. It's no surprise that even the strongest relationships can feel stretched. In this episode, we explore why becoming parents is one of the biggest transitions a couple will ever experience, and why so many of the arguments we have aren't really about the dishes, bedtime or whose turn it is to get up in the night. Instead, we look at how our own childhoods quietly shape the way we parent, the expectations we bring into family life, and why two loving parents can see the exact same situation so differently. Together we discuss: Why becoming parents can feel like losing your relationship overnight.How your own upbringing influences the way you parent today.Why couples often clash over parenting, even when they share the same goals.The importance of understanding each other's "default settings."Why couples therapy shouldn't be seen as a last resort, but as a healthy investment in your relationship from the very beginning.Small ways to reconnect when life feels consumed by children.Whether you're expecting your first baby or you've been parenting together for years, this episode is a reminder that healthy families aren't built on perfect relationships - they're built on curiosity, communication and learning to understand one another. Because one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is parents who continue to grow together. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Heidi at Home, leave a review, and share it with another parent who you think would benefit from listening. To find out more about Catherine's Couples Coaching you can visit Insight & Connection, Relationships Therapist & Coach For Parents or find  her on Instagram @insightandconnection

  5. Jul 14 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Eps: Why Your Child Finds The Word "NO" So Difficult

    Why can one small "no" lead to such a big reaction? If you've ever wondered why your child seems to fall apart when you say no to another biscuit, ask them to leave the park, or switch off the TV, this mini episode is for you. In just a few minutes, I unpack what's really happening inside your child's brain and nervous system when they experience disappointment. You'll learn: Why young children find the word "no" so overwhelming.The science behind emotional regulation and why it takes years to develop.Why what looks like defiance is often a child struggling with disappointment.How understanding your child's nervous system can completely change the way you respond.This episode isn't about avoiding the word "no." It's about understanding what happens after we say it, and why that understanding can transform the relationship we have with our children. Want more support? If this episode resonated with you and you'd like personalised support, I'd love to help. My 1:1 Parent Coaching sessions are designed to help you better understand your child's behaviour, feel more confident in your parenting, and respond with greater calm and connection in those everyday moments that can feel so challenging. Or, if you're looking for a deeper transformation alongside other like-minded parents, my Little Humans, Big Lessons coaching programme explores child development, emotional regulation, behaviour, boundaries, and so much more. Find out more about working with me: https://parentingwithheidi.com/  If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you followed Heidi at Home, left a review, or shared it with another parent who might need to hear it today.

  6. Jul 9

    Eps 8: Nursery Sickness & Building a Brand Without Missing Out on your Children's Childhood with Stephanie Drax

    This week on Heidi at Home, I'm joined by Stephanie Drax, founder of Leapfrog Remedies, journalist, and mum of two, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, family life, and what success really looks like. What started as one mum searching for answers after years of nursery coughs and colds became Leapfrog Remedies, a science-backed supplement brand now stocked in major retailers including Selfridges and trusted by families across the UK. Stephanie shares the fascinating story behind discovering lactoferrin, the natural protein that transformed her family's health and inspired her to spend three years working alongside immunologists, pharmacists and nutritionists to bring Leapfrog IMMUNE to market. But this episode isn't just about building a successful business. It's about building one around your family. We talk honestly about the challenge of being present when you're running a business, making career decisions that prioritise family life over relentless growth, and why Stephanie has consciously chosen not to overcommit so she can be there for the moments that matter most. She also shares how her two sons have become part of the business itself, from being the first taste testers of every new product to developing a genuine curiosity about entrepreneurship by watching their mum build something from the ground up. This is a conversation about ambition, motherhood, trusting your instincts, and remembering that success isn't just measured by turnover or retailer listings—it's also measured by the life you're building around the people you love most. If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to build a thriving business without sacrificing your family along the way, this episode is for you. Find Stephanie and Leapfrog Remedies here: Website: https://www.leapfrogremedies.com Instagram: @leapfrogremedies If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Heidi at Home, leave a review, and share it with someone who might enjoy listening.

  7. Jul 7 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Eps : Why They Save Their Biggest Emotions For You

    We've all been there. Your child gets through the school day, their teacher tells you they've had a lovely day... and then the moment they walk through the front door, they completely fall apart. So what on earth is going on? In this mini episode of Heidi at Home, I explore the science behind after-school meltdowns and why they're often a sign that your child feels safe enough to let their guard down with you. We look at what happens to a child's nervous system throughout the school day, how hours of concentrating, following instructions, managing friendships, coping with sensory input and regulating emotions can leave them emotionally depleted by home time, and why their behaviour isn't simply about being "naughty" or "attention seeking." I'll also explain why understanding your child's nervous system can completely change the way you respond in these moments, helping you move from reacting to the behaviour to recognising the need underneath it. In this episode, you'll learn: Why after-school meltdowns are so common.The role your child's nervous system plays in their behaviour.Why children often save their biggest emotions for the people they feel safest with.Simple, practical ways to support regulation after school.How small changes to your after-school routine can make a big difference.If you've ever wondered why your child seems to unravel the moment they get home, this episode will help you see those moments through a completely different lens. Because sometimes, what looks like difficult behaviour is actually a child whose nervous system is simply asking for a chance to recover.

  8. Jul 1

    Eps 7: The Invisible Rulebook of Motherhood with Becky Selbie

    This week on Heidi at Home, I'm joined by therapist and maternal mental health specialist Becky Selbie for a conversation that I think every mother needs to hear. Together, we explore the invisible "rulebook" so many of us are living by without even realising it. The unwritten expectations that tell us a good mum should always be patient, never lose her temper, enjoy every moment, keep the house tidy, succeed at work, and somehow hold everything together. We talk about why so many mothers are struggling with perfectionism, guilt, overwhelm, burnout and the mental load, and why these aren't personal failings but often symptoms of trying to live up to impossible standards we never consciously chose. Becky shares why modern motherhood feels so hard, how these invisible rules shape the way we think, and, most importantly, how we can begin to challenge them with more compassion, awareness and self-understanding. If you've ever felt like you're constantly falling short, this episode will leave you feeling seen, understood, and with a completely different perspective on why motherhood can feel so overwhelming. To learn more about Becky's work and discover the specific "rules" that may be driving your own experience of motherhood, take her free Rulebook Quiz: The Rulebook Quiz You can also find Becky here: Website: (m)otherway Instagram: @_motherway_ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Heidi at Home, leave a review, and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation.

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Heidi At Home is a warm, lifestyle-led podcast filmed from my kitchen, featuring honest conversations with inspiring women navigating motherhood alongside business, careers, and modern life. Moving away from traditional “expert parenting” content, the podcast focuses on real stories, authentic experiences, and the realities of balancing ambition with family life - all in a relaxed, conversational setting that feels more like coffee with friends than a studio interview.

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  • Creator
    Heidi Skudder
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Heidi At Home
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