Happy Mum Happy Baby

Louise Thompson (Part Two)

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gi continues her conversation with Louise Thompson...This week Giovanna is joined by former Made in Chelsea star, author and businesswoman, Louise Tho...

Louise Thompson (Part One)

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by former Made in Chelsea star, author and businesswoman, Louise Thompson.Louise’s life changed when she suffered sever...

Paul C Brunson

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Happy Mum Happy Baby, Gi is joined by TV presenter, relationship expert, entrepreneur, father and husband, Paul C Brunson. Paul is well known...

Why isn’t my child talking yet? Parenting SOS with Emma Pomroy

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this month's Parenting SOS, Gi is joined by leading Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist, Emma Pomroy. Learning to communicate and express your...

Janette Manrara & Aljaž Škorjanec

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Its strictly babies this week as Giovanna is joined by everyone's favourite dancers, Janette Manrara & Aljaž Škorjanec. Janette and Aljaz discus...

Jenni Falconer

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giovanna is joined by TV and Radio presenter Jenni Falconer. Jenni is host of 'Runpod' and came into the studio days after completing the L...

Jessica Urlichs

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Gi's guest is the inspirational and award winning author, poet and mother, Jessica Urlichs. Jessica Urlichs is a bestselling author ("From ...

Audrey from The Receipts podcast

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We love it when guests bring their baby onto the show, and this week, Audrey from The Receipts podcast is in the studio with her baby girl! Audrey dis...

Sleep Support 101

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this month's episode of Parenting SOS, Gi is joined by Eve Squires and Gemma Fryer, founders of Calm and Bright Sleep Support and authors of 'Love ...

Louise Boyce (aka Mama Still Got It)

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by mum of 3, multi award winning content creator, Sunday Times Best Selling Author and model, Louise Boyce aka Mama Still...

Hollie McNish

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hollie McNish is a poet and author who came to prominence with her poetry and parenting memoir 'Nobody Told Me'. Her unique style paints a beautiful a...

Ella Mills

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wellness and pregnancy, when those urges come what should you be eating? Gi's guest this week is the creator of Deliciously Ella and mother of two, El...

Understanding and Managing PCOS

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How much do you know about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and it's connection to fertility? Are you believing some of the myths out there surrounding the c...

Victoria Emes

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No one said being a parent was easy, but are we as honest as we could be? Blogger Victoria Emes is someone who isn't afraid to say it like it is. Gi s...

Josie da Bank

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Festival lovers, this one's for you. This week Gi meets the co-founder of Camp Bestival, Josie da Bank. We cover camping tips, how to create a festiva...

Carrie Hope Fletcher

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Gi finds out all about her future niece! Actress and author Carrie Hope Fletcher - aka Gi’s sister-in-law - discusses her pregnancy journe...

A Guide To Neonatal Intensive Care

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit? And what can you expect if your baby is taken in? On this month's Parenting SOS, Gi meets the clinical psych...

Mia McKenna-Bruce

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gi speaks to the actress Mia McKenna-Bruce - star of the new coming-of-age film How To Have Sex - on mum guilt, episiotomies and rocking the red carpe...

Oti Mabuse

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with a brand new season! And what better way to kick it off than hearing from Britain's favourite dancing queen Oti Mabuse, who has just be...

Gi's favourites: Chris and Rosie Ramsey

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode of Giovanna's favourite repeats, we hear from Chris and Rosie Ramsey - the dynamic comedy duo behind Sh**ged Married Annoyed. Host...

Navigating Parental Wellbeing with NSPCC and T’Nia Miller

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Parenting SOS is back! Every month, Gi will be delving deep into the topics you care most about, and the questions you need answered. This week is Par...

Gi's favourites: Jeff Brazier

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

All this month, we're bringing back some of Gi's favourite episodes from across the years. This week we hear from TV presenter Jeff Brazier about rais...

Gi's favourites: Tom Fletcher

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As team Happy Mum Happy Baby prepares for a brand new season, we hear some of Gi's favourite interviews from the past 7 years. This week, originally r...

Mike & Alison Battle (Mr & Mrs Lapland)

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's Christmas! and to celebrate, Gi is joined by Mike and Alison Battle aka Mr and Mrs Lapland. Mike and Alison have set up the UK's biggest Christma...

Harry & Izzy Judd Part 2

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi continues the conversation with her close friends, Harry and Izzy Judd with a special focus on well-being for the whole family.A big thanks to Zarb...

Harry & Izzy Judd

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by her good friends, Harry and Izzy Judd. Harry is the drummer in McFly and Izzy is an author and mindfulness practitione...

Zoe Hardman

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Gi is joined by TV presenter and Heart FM DJ Zoe Hardman. Zoe discusses being step mum to Isla and mum to Kit and Luna and also opens up abo...

Josh Patterson

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Josh Patterson, former "Made in Chelsea" star and now an ultra-endurance athlete and mental health advocate. In this episode, he candi...

Coleen Rooney

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Coleen Rooney, well-known TV personality and author, and the wife of famous footballer Wayne Rooney. As a mum of four, Coleen gives us...

Charlotte Crosby

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by reality TV star Charlotte Crosby. Now engaged and a mum to little Alba, Charlotte gets real about her life and motherhood journey. She...

Louisa Lytton

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Louisa Lytton, a talented actress known for her roles in hit British TV shows like "EastEnders" and "The Bill." Louisa's world took a ...

Nekoda Smythe-Davis

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Nekoda Smythe-Davis, a powerhouse in judo celebrated for her 2014 Commonwealth Games gold and World Championship medals in 2017 and 20...

Motherhood Diaries: Post birth with Montana Brown

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi welcomes back Montana Brown, the Love Island star turned businesswoman, who recently embraced motherhood with the birth of her son, Jude Isaiah O'C...

Geri Halliwell-Horner

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Gi is joined by a true pop culture icon and literary star. She's a force as a Spice Girl and now, a New York Times bestselling author - Geri...

Dr Amanda Gummer in partnership with BBC #AD

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to screens, it's what's on them that counts. A recent campaign from the BBC explores how screens can be a powerful tool for children and...

Chloe Madeley

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Chloe Madeley, fitness expert and daughter of beloved British TV duo Richard and Judy, for a conversation about her journey into mothe...

The Kabs Family

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Kabs family are one of social media's most cherished families, celebrated for their musical videos that feature the whole family. Mother Chan and ...

Scarlett Moffatt

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by TV personality, presenter, and former ballroom dancer, Scarlett Moffatt. You might recognise her from ‘Gogglebox’ or remember when...

Hannah Mills OBE

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Hannah Mills OBE. Not only is she the most celebrated female sailor in the Olympics, but Sir Ben Ainslie, the British skipper, also ca...

Kamille

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by singer-songwriter Kamille. Now how many mums can say they’ve won a Grammy, a Brit award, and been nominated for the Mercury Prize be...

Jorgie Porter

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by actress and model well known for her role in Hollyoaks, Jorgie Porter. Jorgie lays bare her transformative journey int...

Ashley James

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Ashley James – a model, DJ, and fellow mum. Ashley opens up about her own experiences as a mother, the pressures she felt from socie...

Lliana Bird

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by Lliana Bird, a mum of two and co-founder of Choose Love, who's also a recognisable voice on the radio. Lliana delves into her radio ca...

Lydia Bright

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined by TOWIE star Lydia Bright to discuss pregnancy, birth and co-parenting her 3 year old daughter, Loretta. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Sophie McCartney

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Giovanna is joined by Sophie McCartney aka Tired 'N Tested. Sophie is a comedian, best selling author and mother of three and she joins Gi to talk abo...

Demi Stokes

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by Demi Stokes, England’s esteemed left-back footballer. Demi opens up about her and her partner Katie's path to becomi...

Clair & James Buckley

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by Clair and James Buckley. James is best known for his role as Jay in The Inbetweeners and Clair is a model and actress....

Motherhood diaries: Before birth with Montana Brown

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is back with a brand new series and our first guest is our first ever expectant mum! Gi caught up with Love Island Star and businesswoman Montana B...

Nurturing Emotional Health with Suzy Reading

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode of this season of Parenting SOS, Gi chats with Suzy Reading, a respected psychologist, author, and yoga teacher, about emotional ...

Healing from birth trauma with Dr Rebecca Moore

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Dr Rebecca Moore, a perinatal psychiatrist with a special interest in birth trauma. Dr Moore has over 20 years of experience in treating...

Discussing Paternal mental health with Lily Pebbles & Rich

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing the discussion on the topic of paternal mental health, Gi chats with Lilly Pebbles and her husband, Rich. They delve into Rich's personal j...

Dads Deserve Care Too with Elliott Rae

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Elliott Rae. Elliott Rae is a recognized advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion, a prominent speaker on fatherhood, masculinity...

Demistifying Hypnobirthing with Katharine Graves

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Katharine Graves, an authority on hypnobirthing and the driving force behind KGHypnobirthing and The Hypnobirthing Association. Katherin...

Feeling Sexy After Having a Baby Kate Moyle

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Kate Moyle, a psychosexual and relationship therapist who specialises in helping people struggling with their sex lives and sexuality.Ka...

Understanding and managing perinatal anxiety with Dr. Orinayo Onabanjo

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Dr Orinayo Onabanjo, a seasoned counselling psychologist, to discuss perinatal anxiety, a condition affecting about 20% of women during ...

Potty Training 101 with Amanda Jenner

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Amanda Jenner, the UK's Toilet Training Expert, diving into the complicated and often challenging process of potty training. Amanda shar...

Healing after loss with Zoe Clark-Coates MBE

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi Chats with Zoe Clark-Coates, co-founder of The Mariposa Trust, about the complex topic of baby loss, miscarriage, and grief. Zoe shares her persona...

Navigating separation with Samantha Woodham (The Divorce Surgery)

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi chats with Samantha Woodham, a seasoned family law barrister who knows the ins and outs of divorce and co-parenting. Samantha shares her wisdom on ...

Making every penny count with Gemma Bird aka Money Mum

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is back with a new series of Parenting SOS. In this first episode, we discuss how parents can tackle the cost of living crisis and make every penny...

Ollie and Gareth Locke-Locke

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Before Giovanna returns next week for a new season of Happy Mum Happy Baby: Parenting SOS, we have a special episode of the podcast with Made In Chels...

Jason Watkins and Clara Francis

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Happy Mum Happy Baby, Giovanna speaks to actor Jason Watkins and his wife Clara Francis, who tragically lost their daughter, Maudie to se...

Malin Andersson

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giovanna is joined by the amazing Malin Andersson. Malin rose to fame on Love Island and since has become a truly powerful voice for mental...

Doug & Sanjay AKA The Travelling Gays

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Happy Mum Happy baby Gi discusses surrogacy with Doug and Sanjay AKA The Travelling Gays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Aston & Sarah Merrygold

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

JLS singer Aston Merrygold and his wife, dancer, Sarah join Giovanna to discuss life with their 2 young boys, Grayson and Macaulay. Hosted on Acast. S...

Vogue Williams

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gi's guest this week is model, TV presenter and mum of three, Vogue WIlliams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess Wright

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New mum and old friend, Jess Wright joins Giovanna to discuss the birth of her baby boy Presley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Gabby Logan

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Giovanna is joined by presenter, podcaster and mum of three, Gabby Logan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophie Hinchliffe AKA Mrs Hinch

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Happy Mum Happy Baby, Gi is joined by Sophie Hinchliffe. Sophie is a mum of two and after finding fame as an influencer obsessed with c...

Shaping Us, The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate the launch of the Shaping Us campaign from The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, Gi is joined by paediatric doctor Guddi Singh...

Sam and Billie Faiers

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

TV's favourite sisters, Sam and Billie join Gi to chat Mummy Diaries, birthing stories and how three can be a handful! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Kimberly Wyatt

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Singer, dancer and former Pussycat Dolls member, Kimberly Wyatt joins Giovanna to discuss her life as a mum of three. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Matt Willis

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For the first episode of the new season, Giovanna is joined by her good friend Matt Willis to discuss, fatherhood, addiction and dealing with teenager...

Giorgina & Mario Falcone

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the second of our bonus episodes to celebrate the launch of Giovanna Fletcher: Made In Italy on ITV, Gi is joined by her sister, Giorgina and broth...

Big Mario

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this special bonus episode to celebrate the launch of 'Giovanna Fletcher: Made In Italy' on ITV, Gi talks parenting with her dad, Big Mario Falcone...

Gino D'Acampo

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the final episode in the current series, Gi is joined by Italian chef and TV personality, Gino D'Acampo to discuss his approach to parenting his 3...

Emma & Ollie Proudlock

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is joined on this week's episode by model Emma and business entrepreneur, Ollie to discuss the birth of their baby daughter, Bonnie. Hosted on Acas...

Jo Joyner

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Actress Jo Joyner discusses her journey with IVF and life with her twins Edie and Freddie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Baby Loss Awareness Week

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week is Baby Loss Awareness Week and Giovanna reflects on some of the stories of baby loss that have featured on the podcast over the years. If y...

Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

YouTubers and entrepreneurs Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes discuss life with their first baby, Ottilie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Ayda Williams

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Giovanna's guest this week is actress, model, TV panelist - wife to Robbie and mum of four, Ayda Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Freddy McConnell

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Giovanna's guest on this episode is writer and journalist, Freddy McConnell. Freddy is a queer transgender man and solo dad of two. Hosted on Acast. S...

Dave Berry

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Gi is joined by radio presenter and DadPod host, Dave Berry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Casyo ‘Krept’ Johnson & Sasha Ellese

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rapper & broadcaster, Casyo ‘Krept’ Johnson and health & beauty influencer, Sasha Ellese join Gi to discuss co-parenting and co-founding ...

Georgia Kousoulou

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giovanna is joined by The Only Way Is Essex's, Georgia Kousoulou, wife to Tommy and mum to Brody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Kelsey Parker

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the first episode in the new season, Giovanna is joined by her good friend Kelsey Parker, who sadly lost her husband Tom to a brain tumour earlier...

Help! My little one wakes at 5am every morning. Is there anything I can do? with Anna Knight

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gi is back and talking 'sleep' with holistic sleeping coach and Founder of Sleeping Bunnies Anna Knight. The pair discuss why our babies sometimes str...

I need flexible working! How do I approach my employer? with Anna Whitehouse

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend' Gi is joined by Anna Whitehouse, author and founder of Mother Pukkaa, Anna and Gi discuss everything around f...

'Baby Blues' Vs Postnatal depression. How can I tell the difference? with Dr Punam Krishan

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend', Gi begins to better understand postnatal depression with writer, TV presenter and NHS GP Dr Punam Krishan. T...

My baby is 6 months old. How do we start weaning? with Charlotte Stirling-Reed

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on 'Asking For A Friend' Gi is joined by registered nutritionist and best selling author Charlotte Stirling-Reed to talk about everything we...

When can I start exercising after giving birth? with Shakira Akabusi

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend' Gi dives into pre and postnatal health with fitness expert and public speaker Shakira Akabusi. The pair discu...

How do I talk to my children about dying? with Anna Lyons & Louise Winter

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Asking For A Friend, Gi is joined by End-of-Life Doula, Anna Lyons and progressive funeral director, Louise Winter to discuss how to navi...

Am I a good enough parent? with Clemmie Telford

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on 'Asking For A Friend', Gi discusses Vulnerability with author of 'But Why?', Clemmie Telford. From answering difficult questions from kid...

Am I Incontinent? with Emma Brockwell

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on 'Asking For A Friend' Gi discusses Pelvic Floor Health with founder of Pevic Roar and author of 'Why Did No One Tell Me?, Emma Brockwell....

Am I OK? with Stacie Swift

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of 'Asking For A Friend' Gi is joined by illustrator, mum and author of 'You Are Positively Awesome', Stacie Swift. The pair discuss e...

What is Gut Health? with Dr Megan Rossi

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our very first Asking For A Friend episode, Gi is joined by Dr Megan Rossi, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with a PhD in gut health&n...

Introducing Asking For A Friend

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing 'Happy Mum Happy Baby: Asking For A Friend', a brand new incarnation of the show where Gi will be speaking to leading parenting experts an...

Tom Daley

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Giovanna is joined by none other than diving extraordinaire, and keen knitter, Tom Daley. The pair sit down to talk all things...

Dope Black Dads

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Gi today is Marvyn from Dope Black Dads, an organisation that provides a safe space for fathers who wish to discuss their experiences of being...

Anna Mathur

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Psychotherapist, bestselling author of Mind Over Mother and mum to three, Anna Mathur is today's guest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

DIY Dads

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Gi today is James from the DIY Dads. He's a DIY lover, gardener and an advocate for LGBTQ+ parenting and adoptive families. Hosted on Acast. ...