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Mum Club 101

Mum Club 101

By: Vicky Parker and Katy Moon
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Mum Club 101 is your go-to podcast for real talk about the rollercoaster of modern parenting. Co-hosted by two relatable mums, it’s a blend of authenticity, humor, and inclusivity, offering a judgment-free space for parents to connect. Whether you’re seeking a laugh about the chaos, advice on the tough days, or just reassurance that you’re not alone, this is the community for you. With a focus on compassionate parenting and navigating today’s unique challenges, Mum Club 101 is where parenting truths meet giggles. Come for the honesty, stay for the laughs, and join the club!Vicky Parker and Katy Moon Parenting & Families Relationships
Episodes
  • Are Screens Messing with Our Kids’ Senses?
    Jul 21 2025

    Welcome back to Mum Club 101! Your favourite Motherhood Podcast with besties Katy and Vicky.

    This week’s episode is packed with laughs, real talk, and a deep dive into one of the most pressing parenting topics today: is screen time doing more than just tiring out little eyes?


    This Week’s Catch-Up:

    • Vicky shares her journey getting tested for gestational diabetes
    • Katy’s in the thick of toddlerhood with a big cot-to-bed transition, we talk challenges and top tips
    • Katy prepares for our youngest to turn two and all the emotions associated with the end of 'the baby phase'


    Critique of the Week: Is Screen Time Undermining Our Kids’ Sense Development?
    We’re hearing more about kids developing myopia (short-sightedness) and even vertigo, but there’s a much quieter concern in the background: underdeveloped sensory systems.

    We’re unpacking:

    • How screens might be limiting proprioceptive (body awareness) and vestibular (balance) input.
    • Why kids are moving less and why it matters.
    • The real-life, practical strategies we can use to bring back sensory-rich play (even if it's raining and the soft play is shut).

    What Can We Do as Parents? We share small, doable ideas to help balance screen use with sensory development, no guilt or Pinterest perfection parenting required.


    New Segment Alert:We introduce a bit of fun with our own version of the game ‘Last One Laughing’


    Links & Mentions:

    • Sleep Consultant Kerry Secker (Care It Out): @careitoutsleepconsultant
    • Our current binge-watch: The Better Sister on Amazon Prime: Watch here


    Subscribe & Share:Love what you’re hearing? Subscribe, leave us a review, and tag us on Instagram @mumclub101podcast. Sharing the episode helps us reach more parents navigating modern motherhood—one cup of cold tea at a time.

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    44 mins
  • Tattle Life & the Dark Side of Digital Motherhood
    Jul 14 2025

    Welcome back to your favourite motherhood podcast! In this episode of Mum Club 101, Katy and Vicky catch up on all the emotional, chaotic, and surprisingly reflective moments that come with modern motherhood.


    • ​Katy shares all about her much-anticipated child-free weekend in the Cotswolds… which sadly took a turn thanks to an untimely bug 😷
    • ​Vicky gives a pregnancy update as she starts prepping the nursery for her soon-to-be-born baby girl
    • ​Katy reflects on the bittersweet end of babyhood as her youngest turns two—cue all the emotions
    • ​We talk toddler bed transitions: what we’re researching, our honest feelings about it, and how we’re (sort of?) preparing ourselves for this huge milestone at home


    From baby gear clear-outs to deep chats about growing kids and growing pains, it’s one of those episodes that feels like a voice note with your best mum friend.



    Critique of the Week: Tattle Life & the Cost of Gossip Culture

    This week, we take a closer look at the rise—and recent reckoning—of Tattle Life, the anonymous UK gossip forum targeting women, especially parenting influencers.

    • ​With millions of monthly users, Tattle Life claims to "hold influencers accountable" but often veers into body-shaming, doxxing, and unrelenting personal commentary.
    • ​We explore the recent legal case that awarded £300,000 in damages to a defamed couple, and how the site’s founder has now been publicly named.
    • ​Influencers like Emily Clarkson, Mrs Hinch, and Ashley James have all spoken out about the mental health impact of being targeted.
    • ​We reflect on the difference between traditional “gossip” (which historically created community and connection among women) and modern anonymous commentary that feels more like public punishment than conversation.
    • ​Why are we so invested in tearing down mums online—and how do we shift back toward community, empathy, and accountability that actually helps?


    New Segment: I’m Not Crying, You Are

    This week we introduce a new segment celebrating the tender, raw, and emotional side of motherhood.We read a motherhood poem from Jessica Urlichs and reflect on the transitions we’re moving through: the end of babyhood, the toddler chaos, and everything in between. Prepare for all the feels.

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    57 mins
  • The Italian Episode!
    Jul 7 2025

    In this week’s episode of Mum Club 101, we’re serving up a little bit of everything, from chaotic holiday moments to pregnancy updates and your next must-watch Netflix series.

    Vicky shares a candid pregnancy update, including her ongoing struggles with diastasis recti (DR) and how she’s managing movement, core discomfort, and adjusting expectations going into the third trimester. Meanwhile, Katy takes us on a wild ride through her recent family trip to Italy—think rental car mishaps, unexpected illnesses, and full-blown Tuscany chaos. (Spoiler: It’s funny now, but it wasn't at the time.)

    Episode Highlights:

    • Vicky’s Pregnancy Update: We chat about how Vicky’s managing her pregnancy with diastasis recti and what’s helping (and not helping) when it comes to staying active and feeling strong.

    • Italy Holiday Madness: Katy recounts her big family holiday to Tuscany, from the highs of Italian sunshine to the lows of D&V bugs and rental car drama. You’ll laugh, you’ll relate, and you’ll probably check your travel insurance.

    Recommendations:

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    • Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) – For fans of drama, dysfunction, and bingeable telly—this one’s ideal for your post-bedtime wind-down.


    Instagram Giveaway!
    Win a family day out to Malt Kiln Farmshop PYO and two organic t-shirts from Wildgreen
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    44 mins

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