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Happy Mum

Happy Mum

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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Episodes
  • The Baby Born in a Bus Stop (and Other Home Birth Stories) |Life of a Midwife Ep. 9

    The Baby Born in a Bus Stop (and Other Home Birth Stories) |Life of a Midwife Ep. 9
    Jul 2 2026

    Was home birth different in the 1970s compared to today?


    This week, two midwives take us inside the world of birth beyond the hospital: from pioneering one of the earliest home water births to facing the realities, risks, and unexpected moments that come with bringing a baby into the world at home — even when the carpet is cream!


    If you’re interested in being part of the Life of a Midwife series, we’d love to hear from you — just drop us an email midwives@pixiu.co.uk


    Links from our midwives:


    All4Maternity is the go to place for education and support if you’re a midwife or student midwife.

    And All4Birth is the home for expectant and new parents - free, non-biased, evidence-based information! Curated by a midwife ❤️

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    19 mins
  • Dr Punam Krishan on Maternal Health: "I Wasn't Taken Seriously Because I Was An Anxious Mum"

    Dr Punam Krishan on Maternal Health: "I Wasn't Taken Seriously Because I Was An Anxious Mum"
    Jun 30 2026

    In this episode Giovanna sits down with NHS GP, resident GP on BBC Morning Live and bestselling author, Dr Punam Krishan!


    Punam opens up about her own traumatic first birth and the life-threatening complications, postnatal depression, and PTSD that followed.


    She also talks about the breast cancer diagnosis she received last year that reinforced the importance of listening to her body and advocating for herself. Please take this conversation as a reminder to check your chests!


    Dr Punam's latest book, The Mother Load Every Mother’s Guide to Juggling Health, Life & Happiness, is out now!

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • How will I survive this career if I can't watch one birth? | Life of a Midwife Ep. 8

    How will I survive this career if I can't watch one birth? | Life of a Midwife Ep. 8
    Jun 25 2026

    How do midwives hold it together in times of immense pressure?


    In this episode we hear from two midwives who have learned how to stay calm during overwhelming moments.


    If you’re interested in being part of the Life of a Midwife series, we’d love to hear from you — just drop us an email midwives@pixiu.co.uk


    Links from our midwives:


    Petition · Make birth safer: protect midwives' working hours - United Kingdom · Change.org

    Hard Pushed: A Midwife's Story and Womb: The Inside Story of Where We All Began

    East Anglian Midwives offer personalised pregnancy care, homebirth and hospital birth support, and postnatal care in Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, and Cambridge



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    15 mins
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G, the woman who just want to be friends with... real, honest and adorable.

FABULOUS 👌

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This podcast has been such good ‘company’ for me when I was lonely, nap trapped and suffering from PPA and PPD in my baby’s first year. Definitely recommend for any new mums to help you feel less alone.

Makes me feel understood!

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