February 3, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, we welcome Charlie Brooks, best known for her iconic role as Janine Butcher in the BBC soap EastEnders. Charlie opens up about her parenting journey and the challenges of raising a daughter in today’s world.
The conversation dives deep into the complexities of modern parenting, touching on themes of independence, self-identity, and the ever-present mum guilt. Charlie shares her insights on:
- Parenting styles: Charlie discusses the pros and cons of being a ‘fixer’ or allowing her daughter to navigate her own challenges.
- Teenage years: Charlie reflects on the difficulties of connecting with her daughter during her teenage years and how their relationship has evolved as she has grown older.
- Body image and self-acceptance: The discussion tackles the pressures of body image, both personally and as a parent, and how Charlie is learning to navigate these conversations with her daughter.
- Career and creativity: As a successful actress and the founder of iampro, a support network for actors, Charlie shares how she encourages her daughter to pursue her passions in acting and film.
- Dancing on Ice: Get the inside scoop on Charlie’s experience competing in this year’s series and how it has challenged her both physically and mentally.
Charlie’s candid reflections on motherhood, identity, and the importance of self-care are sure to resonate with parents everywhere. Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring episode!
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Series 15 of the Netmums Podcast is produced by Buckers at Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
The conversation dives deep into the complexities of modern parenting, touching on themes of independence, self-identity, and the ever-present mum guilt. Charlie shares her insights on:
- Parenting styles: Charlie discusses the pros and cons of being a ‘fixer’ or allowing her daughter to navigate her own challenges.
- Teenage years: Charlie reflects on the difficulties of connecting with her daughter during her teenage years and how their relationship has evolved as she has grown older.
- Body image and self-acceptance: The discussion tackles the pressures of body image, both personally and as a parent, and how Charlie is learning to navigate these conversations with her daughter.
- Career and creativity: As a successful actress and the founder of iampro, a support network for actors, Charlie shares how she encourages her daughter to pursue her passions in acting and film.
- Dancing on Ice: Get the inside scoop on Charlie’s experience competing in this year’s series and how it has challenged her both physically and mentally.
Charlie’s candid reflections on motherhood, identity, and the importance of self-care are sure to resonate with parents everywhere. Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring episode!
Stay connected with Netmums for more parenting tips, community support, engaging content: Website: netmums.com / Instagram: @netmums
Series 15 of the Netmums Podcast is produced by Buckers at Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative
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