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Happy Mum Happy Baby

Happy Mum Happy Baby

By: Giovanna Fletcher
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In the Happy Mum, Happy Baby Podcast, Giovanna Fletcher continues the conversation about motherhood she began in her bestselling book of the same title. In a series of frank and warm conversations with other high-profile mums and dads, Gi discusses all aspects of parenthood - the highs, the lows, the challenges and rewards. There is no such thing as the perfect parent, and we’re all simply doing our best, something Giovanna fully encourages. It’s time to stop comparing ourselves and champion each other instead. Each episode is truly unique yet unifying. No topic is out of bounds, therefore this podcast is essential listening for any parent seeking solidarity and support.


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Giovanna Fletcher Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Inside Debbie Bright’s Life as a Foster Carer

    Inside Debbie Bright’s Life as a Foster Carer
    Mar 17 2026

    In this episode, Giovanna sits down with Debbie Bright for an eye-opening conversation about what it’s really like to be a foster carer.


    Best known to many from TOWIE, Debbie is also one of the UK’s longest-serving foster carers, having cared for over 200 children across 35 years.


    Gi and Debbie talk about why children enter care, the importance of showing compassion rather than judgment toward birth parents, and the emotional reality of saying goodbye when children move on.


    Debbie also opens up about her own turbulent childhood, and offers heartfelt advice to anyone considering fostering.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Chessie King on the shocking reality of IVF costs

    Chessie King on the shocking reality of IVF costs
    Mar 10 2026

    Our guest this week is presenter and author Chessie King!


    Chessie opens up to Giovanna about navigating her husband’s postnatal depression and the incredibly tough time that left their marriage on the brink of divorce.


    She also talks about the emotional journey of trying to conceive again after experiencing fertility struggles.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Steve Backshall: ‘it’s a terrible time to be a parent’

    Steve Backshall: ‘it’s a terrible time to be a parent’
    Mar 3 2026

    This week, Giovanna is joined by adventurer and explorer Steve Backshall


    Steve and Gi catch up on family life as he reflects on his childhood and how it shaped the person he is today.


    He also opens up about his wife Helen's inspiring journey training for the Tokyo Olympics just months after giving birth, and of course, there are plenty of tales from his iconic adventures along the way.


    LEGO® Education has launched four innovative STEM sets for young builders aged 7+, championed by explorer Steve Backshall. These sets turn children's big 'Why?' questions into hands-on, independent scientific discovery. Available today via select LEGO Stores and LEGO.com/LEGOEducation

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    1 hr and 5 mins
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