The Netmums Podcast

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The Netmums Podcast – the podcast where real parenting conversations happen. Series 18 marks a new chapter for the flag-ship podcast from Britain's biggest parent community with new hosts, JLS singer and TV presenter, JB Gill, and Netmums Editorial Director Louise Burke. Every Tuesday, they will discuss the things that matter most to modern families – from mental health, life online and relationships, to identity, work and the everyday parenting pressures – while also providing lots of ‘hard relate’ moments. Expect top parenting experts with real advice and brilliant names with fascinating stories – and some laughs along the way! Please share your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas with us! Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com

  1. 4d ago

    Family Food Made Easy: #2 Snack Wins: Boosting Fibre Between Meals with Nichola Ludlam-Raine & Dr. Clare Holley

    If there’s one thing most parents can rely on, it’s being asked for a snack – usually about five minutes after you’ve cleared away the last meal. So rather than adding another thing to the parenting to-do list, could we make one of those snack moments work a little harder?This episode has one simple goal: to make just one of your child’s daily snacks a fresh source of fibre. And it might be easier than you think. Nutritionist Nichola Ludlam-Raine explains why fibre is so important for children’s health, and how something as simple as choosing a fresh, fibre-rich snack can contribute towards both their fibre intake and their five-a-day. Think an apple, pear or some carrot sticks: one snack, double win. But knowing what we’d like our children to eat and getting them to actually eat it are two very different things. Dr Clare Holley, an expert in child eating behaviour, shares practical ways to encourage children to try fresh foods, build familiarity and make them part of everyday snack routines – without pressure, persuasion or turning snack time into a battle. Because getting more fibre into family life doesn’t have to mean a big dietary overhaul. Sometimes, it can start with just one snack. This episode is part of a special three-part series from The Netmums Podcast and Veg Power, supported by Sainsbury’s – helping families discover simple, affordable and achievable ways to get more fibre into everyday life. For more food advice and inspiration, follow Veg Power on social media, and for more real-life parenting advice, head to Netmums.com or follow Netmums on socials. This episode was proudly produced by Decibelle.

    Family Food Made Easy: #2 Snack Wins: Boosting Fibre Between Meals with Nichola Ludlam-Raine & Dr. Clare Holley

  2. Sep 24 ·  Bonus

    Family Food Made Easy: #1 Boosting Family Meals with More Fibre - with Rhiannon Lambert & Lauren Leyva

    Welcome to Family Food Made Easy, a special podcast collaboration from Netmums and Veg Power, supported by Sainsbury’s. Hosted by Louise Burke, this three-part miniseries tackles the daily challenges of feeding our families, exploring how to make healthy eating joyful, accessible, and affordable. In this first instalment, Louise is joined by two expert guests to chat about all things fibre: firstly, why getting enough fibre in our diets is so important, and secondly… how we can actually do it?   About our guests:Rhiannon Lambert - Leading registered nutritionist & Sunday Times best-selling authorLauren Leyva - Multi-award-winning home cook, content creator & presenter.Rhiannon shares vital insights on the importance of a fibre-rich diet for our families, including some pretty shocking statistics about fibre intake among children and adults in the UK. She explains how ultra-processed foods are affecting our health and why it's crucial to support our gut health through better nutrition and fibre consumption. Later in the episode, home cook and content creator Lauren Leyva enters the chat to tell us how we can incorporate more fibre into family meals. Lauren provides plenty of practical tips including clever swaps and additions to beloved dishes, without sacrificing taste (or blowing the food shop budget!) In this episode:- The critical role of fibre in children's health - Simplifying conflicting nutritional advice - Easy ways to boost fibre in everyday meals - Creative cooking tips to make healthy eating fun - The importance of involving kids in the cooking process Family Food Made Easy is brought to you by Netmums and Veg Power, a not-for-profit alliance dedicated to improving children’s diets by making healthy, sustainable eating more desirable.  This special series is supported by Sainsbury's. Look out for the new full-on fibre labelling and store designed to make it easier to spot choices that can help you and your family get more fibre into your diet. For more trusted parenting advice, visit Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. Produced by Decibelle Creative

    Family Food Made Easy: #1 Boosting Family Meals with More Fibre - with Rhiannon Lambert & Lauren Leyva

  3. Sep 1

    The Gill Family Unfiltered: JB & Chloe on Marriage, Parenting and Life at Home

    For the Series 19 finale of The Netmums Podcast, we’re switching things up with a special video episode. After a series spent asking the questions, dad host JB Gill finds himself on the other side of the conversation as his wife Chloe joins him on the sofa in the studio – and Louise gets the chance to find out what JB is really like as a husband and dad behind closed doors. Together for 17 years and married for 12, JB and Chloe open up about the reality of making family life work around busy and unpredictable careers. They talk honestly about communication, reconnecting after time apart and how they operate as a team – even if Chloe, as the family’s self-described 'CEO of the girls' carries much of the mental load at home. The couple also share how they’re raising Ace, 11, and Chiara, 7, to stay grounded despite growing up around entertainment, travel and life in the public eye. From chores and personal responsibility to resisting the urge to fix every problem for their children, JB and Chloe explain why preparing them for adulthood matters more than making life easy.  And Chloe reveals whether the JB listeners know from the podcast is the same man she gets at home! In this episode: Chloe reveals what JB is really like at home The reality of sharing the parenting load How they keep Ace and Chiara grounded The secret to 17 years together His and her opinions on different parenting styles The difference between bring up boys and girls And because we couldn’t let JB escape that easily, the episode finishes with a very revealing Mr & Mrs-style challenge, as the couple put their 17 years together to the test, compare parenting habits and discover just how well they really know each other. A funny, warm and revealing Series 19 finale about marriage, mental load, raising grounded kids and the reality of family life behind the scenes. Fancy watching the full episode of The Netmums Podcast on Youtube? Visit the Netmums YouTube Channel now! Read more trusted parenting advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. Thanks for a great Series 19. Looking forward to Series 20 in October 2026... JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. This episode was produced by Further Films.

    The Gill Family Unfiltered: JB & Chloe on Marriage, Parenting and Life at Home

  4. Aug 10

    ELLIE TAYLOR: The truth about motherhood (that nobody says out loud)

    What happens when the parenting reality doesn't match the picture you imagined? On The Netmums Podcast this week, comedian, actress, author and mum of two Ellie Taylor joins JB Gill and Louise Burke for a special video episode full of brilliantly honest conversation about the messy, funny and emotional reality of family life. Ellie, a former Strictly contestant and also a star of the popular TV show, Ted Lasso, opens up about why she found the newborn stage so difficult, the guilt of not feeling an instant bond with her babies, and why she believes more parents need to be honest about those early struggles. She is also super honest about the moment she was struck by gender disappointment with her second child and the challenges of welcoming another baby after a five-year age gap. The conversation goes on to explore how she shares the parenting load with a stay-at-home dad, and how motherhood has reshaped her marriage.  Ellie talks openly about the love for her children while also reflecting on learning to let go of control and embracing a ‘good enough’ approach to parenting. Plus, she talks about balancing a busy career with family life and filming her latest ITV show The Box out this autumn.In this episode: Why Ellie didn't instantly fall in love with motherhood The reality of having a second child Gender disappointment and changing expectations Sharing parenting with a stay-at-home dad Keeping a relationship alive after children Why 'good enough' parenting is enough Whether you're in the newborn trenches, weighing up a second child or simply trying to hold everything together, this episode is full of honest reflections, big, big laughs and reassuring reminders that parenting doesn't have to be perfect to be enough. Fancy watching the full episode of The Netmums Podcast on Youtube? Visit the Netmums YouTube Channel now! Read more trusted parenting advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode.The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. This episode was produced by Further Films.

    ELLIE TAYLOR: The truth about motherhood (that nobody says out loud)

  5. Aug 3

    CHARLOTTE STIRLING-REED: How to feed the family this summer and healthy eating without the pressure

    Summer holidays are brilliant... until someone says, ‘I’m hungrrrry’ for the fifth time before 11am. In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, JB Gill and Louise Burke are joined by leading baby and child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed to tackle one of parents' biggest summer challenges: feeding the family without the guilt. From endless snack requests and picnic planning to heatwave eating habits, holiday treats and the pressure to get it ‘right’, Charlotte shares practical, reassuring advice to help parents take the stress out of mealtimes. She explains why one ice cream, or even one whole summer, won't define your child's relationship with food, why healthy eating is built over days, weeks, months and years, and how small, consistent habits matter far more than perfection. Charlotte also explores why the first 1,000 days of a child's life are so important, shares balanced advice following the BBC Panorama investigation into the safety of baby food pouches, and offers realistic, affordable tips for busy families. Plus, if you're wondering whether you've missed the boat with older children, she explains why it's never too late to build healthier eating habits. In this episode: Why children seem hungry all the time during the summer holidays Healthy picnic ideas and budget-friendly snacks for days out Should parents feel guilty about daily ice creams? How to encourage healthy eating without creating pressure or guilt Why the first 1,000 days matter and what that means in real life Baby food pouches, convenience foods and making informed choices without judgement Can you improve your child's eating habits if they're older? Find out more about Charlotte's work atwww.srnutrition.co.uk and discover her books How to Wean Your Baby, How to Feed Your Toddler, How to Feed Your Family and The Ultimate Weaning & Toddler Cookbook. Read more trusted parenting advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could feature in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums – trusted by parents, backed by experts. Prefer to watch? Full episodes are available on the Netmums YouTube channel. This episode has been produced by Decibelle Creative.

    CHARLOTTE STIRLING-REED: How to feed the family this summer and healthy eating without the pressure

  6. Jul 27

    LAUREN GOODGER: Love, loss and learning to stay strong through motherhood

    *This episode contains discussions around baby loss, birth trauma and grief. Please listen in a way that feels right for you. This week on The Netmums Podcast, Louise Burke and JB Gill are joined by television personality and author Lauren Goodger for an honest and deeply moving conversation about motherhood, grief and finding the strength to keep going. In her new book, Mum of Two, Lauren shares the story behind the headlines – from the overwhelming joy of becoming a mum to daughter Larose, to the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her second daughter, Lorena. She opens up about navigating grief while parenting, learning to live alongside loss, and why she wants other bereaved parents to know they're not alone. Lauren also reflects on the realities of early motherhood, the pressure to appear as though you're coping, the importance of asking for help, and how she's found moments of hope and joy again. In this episode: Why becoming a mum changed Lauren's life forever The raw reality of early motherhood and feeling like you're in survival mode Parenting through grief and keeping Lorena's memory alive Why healing isn't about ‘moving on’ from loss Finding strength, purpose and hope after the hardest days If this episode raises difficult feelings for you, support is available through organisations including Sands, Tommy's and PANDAS. Read more trusted parenting advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. Fancy watching full episodes of The Netmums Podcast on YouTube? Visit the Netmums YouTube Channel now! Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative.

    LAUREN GOODGER: Love, loss and learning to stay strong through motherhood

  7. Jul 15

    KATIE PIPER: How do we raise confident children in an appearance-obsessed world?

    How do we raise our children to believe they're enough in a world that's constantly telling them they need to look different, be different or do more? This week on The Netmums Podcast, Louise Burke and JB Gill are joined by broadcaster, best-selling author, campaigner and mum-of-two Katie Piper for an inspiring conversation about confidence, resilience and raising children who value themselves for who they truly are. Drawing on both her own extraordinary life experiences (most notably surviving a life-changing acid attack in 2008, carried out at the request of her ex-boyfriend) and her work with international children's cleft charity Smile Train, Katie shares why true confidence isn't something we inherit – it's something we build. Together, they explore how parents can nurture resilience from an early age, support children through the pressures of social media and appearance culture, and encourage them to develop a strong sense of identity that goes far beyond external validation. Katie also reflects on becoming a mum, how parenthood changed her perspective, why she was determined not to pass her own fears onto her daughters, and what her children have taught her about healing, patience and self-compassion.In this episode: Why resilience is the real foundation of confidence Helping children build self-worth beyond appearance Raising girls in the age of filters, influencers and social media Why Katie encourages her daughter to focus on discovering who she is before worrying about relationships Katie's work with Smile Train and supporting families and children born with cleft lip and palate around the world Challenging stigma and misconceptions surrounding facial differences How becoming a mum transformed Katie's outlook on life The parenting lessons Katie's daughters have taught her Whether you're raising toddlers or teenagers, this episode is packed with thoughtful advice and reassuring reminders about helping children grow up believing that who they are matters far more than how they look. Read more expert advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. Proudly produced by Further

    KATIE PIPER: How do we raise confident children in an appearance-obsessed world?

  8. Jul 8

    LAUREN COWELL AND ELLEN ROOME: The online safety conversation every parent needs to hear

    This week on The Netmums Podcast, Louise Burke and JB Gill tackle one of the biggest parenting challenges of our time: keeping children safe online. With the UK moving towards restricting social media access for under-16s, this conversation couldn't be more timely. Joining the podcast are Lauren Cowell, campaigner for the Raise the Age movement, entrepreneur and fiancee to Simon Cowell, and Ellen Roome, who has dedicated herself to improving online safety following the devastating loss of her 14-year-old son, Jools. Together, they share powerful insights into the realities of parenting in the digital age, why parental controls alone aren't enough, and the practical steps every family can take to better protect their children online. From delaying smartphones and keeping devices out of bedrooms to building open conversations and recognising the hidden risks of social media, this episode offers honest advice every parent needs to hear.In this episode: Why many parents feel they're fighting a losing battle online The reality of navigating parental controls Practical ways to keep children safer online How to build trust so children come to you when something goes wrong The online risks every parent should understand, from algorithms to sextortion Why campaigners believe stronger protections for children are urgently needed * This episode touches on child loss and online harm. Please listen in a way that feels right for you. Read more expert advice at Netmums and join the conversation on social @Netmums. JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could feature in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. Proudly produced by Decibelle Creative.

    LAUREN COWELL AND ELLEN ROOME: The online safety conversation every parent needs to hear
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The Netmums Podcast – the podcast where real parenting conversations happen. Series 18 marks a new chapter for the flag-ship podcast from Britain's biggest parent community with new hosts, JLS singer and TV presenter, JB Gill, and Netmums Editorial Director Louise Burke. Every Tuesday, they will discuss the things that matter most to modern families – from mental health, life online and relationships, to identity, work and the everyday parenting pressures – while also providing lots of ‘hard relate’ moments. Expect top parenting experts with real advice and brilliant names with fascinating stories – and some laughs along the way! Please share your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas with us! Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com

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  • Creator
    Netmums
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    223
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Netmums
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    The Netmums Podcast

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