The Netmums Podcast
The award-nominated podcast with an unvarnished take on parenting, featuring well-known guests. Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry chat with celebrities, authors and public figures about birth stories, parenting fails, teen troubles and everything in between.
Episodes
December 9, 2025 • 33 mins
In this sponsored episode of the Netmums podcast with Johnson's Baby, we tackle the “Witching Hour” - that notorious time of day when babies seem to be at their crankiest. Wendy Golledge is joined by experts Dr. Punam Krishan, GP, author, and Strictly star, and Sarah Joy Owen, an NHS midwife and mum of three, to share practical strategies and advice for parents.
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December 8, 2025 • 42 mins
*Sensitive content warning - a conversation around baby loss features in this episode
In this final episode of Cloud 9, the Netmums podcast miniseries brought to you by Aldi Mamia, we are thrilled to welcome Charlotte Dawson, a familiar face from your social media feed and TV screen. Charlotte, mum to three little ones, Noah, Jude, and baby Gigi, shares with us her journey through the whirlwind of motherhood and how s...
In this final episode of Cloud 9, the Netmums podcast miniseries brought to you by Aldi Mamia, we are thrilled to welcome Charlotte Dawson, a familiar face from your social media feed and TV screen. Charlotte, mum to three little ones, Noah, Jude, and baby Gigi, shares with us her journey through the whirlwind of motherhood and how s...
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December 3, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode of Cloud 9, the Netmums podcast miniseries brought to you by Aldi Mamia, we are joined by Ferne McCann, known for her unfiltered take on motherhood. Ferne, a proud mum of two, shares her journey of raising her daughters, Sunday and Finty, navigating the joys and challenges of parenting at different stages. She opens up about her experience as a girl mum, the dynamics between her daughters, and her breastfeeding...
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December 1, 2025 • 44 mins
Welcome to a brand new miniseries of the Netmums Podcast: Cloud 9 is brought to you by the award-winning baby range Aldi Mamia. Hosted by Louise Burke, the editorial director of Netmums, this series is designed for those quiet, early hours when you’re feeding or rocking your little one and feeling like you’re the only one awake. Join us as we delve into the highs, lows, and everything in between of new motherhood.
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November 27, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode of Cloud 9, the Netmums podcast miniseries brought to you by Aldi Mamia, we are joined by Katie Thistleton, Radio One presenter and CBeebies Parenting Helpline host, who shares her journey into motherhood with her baby boy, Reuben, born in March 2025. Katie opens up about the beautiful yet challenging moments of new parenthood, from the joy of those first laughs to the harsh realities of sleep deprivation and t...
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November 26, 2025 • 51 mins
Welcome to this brand new miniseries of the Netmums Podcast: Cloud 9, brought to you by Aldi Mamia. Hosted by Louise Burke, the Editorial Director of Netmums, this series is designed for those quiet, early hours when you’re feeding or rocking your little one and possibly feeling like you’re the only one awake. Join us as we delve into the highs, lows, and everything in between of new motherhood.
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November 24, 2025 • 47 mins
Welcome to this brand new mini-series of the Netmums Podcast: Cloud 9 is brought to you by Aldi Mamia. Hosted by Netmums Editorial Director Louise Burke, this series is designed for those quiet, early hours when you’re feeding or rocking your little one and feeling like you’re the only one awake. Join us as we delve into the highs, lows, and everything in between of new motherhood.
Today we welcome Olivia Bowen, a ver...
Today we welcome Olivia Bowen, a ver...
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November 17, 2025 • 27 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome Capital Breakfast’s Sian Welby. Sian, a devoted mum to one-year-old Ruby, shares her journey of balancing motherhood with a high-profile career, and the joys and challenges that come with it.
In this chat Sian opens up about the realities of parenting, the pressures of returning to work shortly after giving birth, and the importance of maintaining he...
In this chat Sian opens up about the realities of parenting, the pressures of returning to work shortly after giving birth, and the importance of maintaining he...
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November 10, 2025 • 33 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the remarkable Dame Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand and author of the memoir A Different Kind of Power. In this episode, Jacinda shares her unique experiences of balancing motherhood with the demands of leading a country, and parenting while in the public eye.
Jacinda opens up about the emotional juggle of early motherhood,...
Jacinda opens up about the emotional juggle of early motherhood,...
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November 3, 2025 • 44 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by Joeli Brearley, campaigner, author, and founder of Pregnant, Then Screwed. This episode explores the challenges of juggling motherhood with a career while tackling the systemic issues surrounding maternity discrimination.
Joeli shares her personal journey from experiencing pregnancy discrimination to launching a movement that has shaped policie...
Joeli shares her personal journey from experiencing pregnancy discrimination to launching a movement that has shaped policie...
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October 27, 2025 • 42 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by A&E doctor turned mental health campaigner, author and Stompcast host Dr Alex George. Together, they dig into what young people are up against right now, how tiny daily routines can build big resilience, and why honest, calm conversations at home matter more than perfect fixes.
Dr Alex talks through “mental fitness,” the case for more wellb...
Dr Alex talks through “mental fitness,” the case for more wellb...
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October 21, 2025 • 34 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the insightful author and podcaster, Gemma Styles. Together, they delve into the realities of motherhood, neurodiversity, and the importance of self-compassion amidst the chaos of parenting.
Gemma shares her journey as a new mum, discussing the challenges of navigating toddlerhood while managing her own mental health and ADHD. The conversa...
Gemma shares her journey as a new mum, discussing the challenges of navigating toddlerhood while managing her own mental health and ADHD. The conversa...
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October 6, 2025 • 37 mins
In this episode of the Netmums podcast, hosts Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry discuss the often-overlooked issue of stress and its impact on parenting and self-care. Joined by fitness expert Shakira Akabusi, they explore the misconceptions surrounding postnatal bodies, the importance of pelvic floor health, and how movement can serve as medicine for mental well-being.
Shakira shares her personal experiences with mothe...
Shakira shares her personal experiences with mothe...
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September 29, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of the Netmums Podcast, Stella Creasy, a Labour MP, discusses the challenges of balancing her political career with motherhood. She reflects on personal milestones, the importance of maternity leave, and the need for better childcare support.
Stella also addresses the motherhood penalty, online abuse faced by women in politics, and advocates for changes in policies related to special educational needs...
Stella also addresses the motherhood penalty, online abuse faced by women in politics, and advocates for changes in policies related to special educational needs...
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September 22, 2025 • 55 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Alison & Wendy are thrilled to welcome the beloved Davina McCall, a true national treasure, and her co-author, midwife Marley Henry, to discuss their new book, Birthing. Fair warning - this episode gets emotional! The chat gets into the realities of conception, pregnancy, birth, and the often-overlooked postpartum period.
Davina shares her personal journey through motherhood, from...
Davina shares her personal journey through motherhood, from...
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September 15, 2025 • 36 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Alison & Wendy are joined by TV presenter, qualified life coach and therapist Anna Williamson (Celebs Go Dating, LuAnna podcast), for an honest chat about modern motherhood. Anna opens up about perinatal anxiety, postnatal depression, bonding struggles, and why asking for help is strength, not shame. She also talks about her Channel 4 series, The Great British Phone Switch, and her chart-t...
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September 8, 2025 • 35 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Alison & Wendy are joined by the ever-inspiring Joe Wicks, back for a third time on the NM pod, to discuss the importance of physical exercise for mental well-being.
Joe, known for his energetic PE sessions during lockdown, shares insights from his new government backed animated youtube series, Activate, aimed at getting kids moving and healthy. He opens up about the chaos of pare...
Joe, known for his energetic PE sessions during lockdown, shares insights from his new government backed animated youtube series, Activate, aimed at getting kids moving and healthy. He opens up about the chaos of pare...
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In the final episode of our teen skincare special in partnership with Purifide, by the makers of Acnecide, Netmums host Wendy Golledge tackles the dreaded “why now?!” breakout – those spots with perfect timing to appear right before prom, birthdays, or big family events.
Joined by mum Sarah, her daughter Phoenix, and Consultant Dermatologist Dr. Alia Ahmed from Purifide, we share real-life stories, expert advice, and ...
Joined by mum Sarah, her daughter Phoenix, and Consultant Dermatologist Dr. Alia Ahmed from Purifide, we share real-life stories, expert advice, and ...
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August 18, 2025 • 13 mins
Clear Conversations: Navigating Teen Acne with Phoenix and Dr. Alia
In episode two of our special Netmums mini-series on teen skin, host Wendy Golledge chats with mum Sarah and her teenage daughter Phoenix, alongside Consultant Dermatologist Dr. Alia Ahmed from Purifide (by the makers of Acnecide). Together, they share honest, real-world insights into managing blemish-prone skin – without turning the bathroom into a ...
In episode two of our special Netmums mini-series on teen skin, host Wendy Golledge chats with mum Sarah and her teenage daughter Phoenix, alongside Consultant Dermatologist Dr. Alia Ahmed from Purifide (by the makers of Acnecide). Together, they share honest, real-world insights into managing blemish-prone skin – without turning the bathroom into a ...
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In this first episode of three Clear Conversations – a brand-new Netmums mini-series in partnership with Acnecide+Purifide – host Wendy Golledge dives into the emotional and often overwhelming world of teen skin.
Teen guest Phoenix opens up about the sudden onset of breakouts, her skincare trial-and-error journey, and how it affected her confidence, while her mum, Sarah, shares what it’s like to support your child thr...
Teen guest Phoenix opens up about the sudden onset of breakouts, her skincare trial-and-error journey, and how it affected her confidence, while her mum, Sarah, shares what it’s like to support your child thr...
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