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Trigger warning: Postnatal depression and suicidal ideation.DJ, TV and radio presenter Kate Lawler joins us this week to tell us all about her upcoming book 'Maybe Baby: On the Mother Side'. Kate and Ashley are chatting all about social media and parenthood, depression and suicidal thoughts in early motherhood and how to best help other mums in this weeks episode of Mum's the Word! The Parenting Podcast.Get in touch with us at [email protected] with your questions, feedback and guest suggestions, we love to hear from you!---A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Music ICON and mum to 5 boys Sophie Ellis Bextor joins us this week to chat all about raising boys, reactive parenting and raising your child the way you believe is right, her struggle with pre-eclampsia and juggling 5 children over lockdown. It's all in this weeks episode of Mum's the Word! The Parenting Podcast with Ashley James.Get in touch with us at [email protected] with your questions, feedback and guest suggestions, we love to hear from you!--- A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MP Stella Creasy joins us this week to chat about getting more mums into parliament, the fight for maternity leave and flexible working, misogyny becoming a crime, bringing her child into parliament and how we can get involved with making a change.If you want to get in touch with a question or guest suggestion, send us an email to [email protected] A Create Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hear from the dads point of view on childbirth, raising a son, and the complete change of life when becoming a parent with the amazing comedian, actor and podcast Babatunde Aléshé! Topics include inclusivity, obstacles he has faced raising a black child and some warnings on what Ashley has to look forward too when Alfie turns 5!Baba is the host of the hit Puffin's children's podcast ‘Mission Imagination' - bonus episodes live on 16th February!If you want to get in touch with the show, you can send an email to [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author, influencer and dating & relationships advisor Lalalaletmeexplain joins us this week to chat all about raising sons in the right way, being a single mum, dating in the modern day and relationship advice in this weeks Mum's the Word with Ashley James episode. tw/ domestic abuseYou can find a link to Lala's new book here: www.linktree.com/blockdeletemoveonIf you have a question you would like to ask Ashley and her guest, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Ashley is joined by television presenter, writer and documentary maker Cherry Healey! They're chatting about single mothers, the perception of motherhood, surprise pregnancies, piles and creating Deliveroo for mums! Frozen lasagne anyone?If you want to ask Ashley a question, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Mum's The Word, Ashley is joined by classically trained jazz singer Natalie Rushdie. They're talking everything from breastfeeding and birth stories, to NCT class experiences and the benefits of mum friends. If you want to ask Ashley a question, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Ashley is joined by author, campaigner, journalist and Founding Director of Body Happy, Molly Forbes! They're chatting everything about body image, include how we perceive ourselves and others, how the media continues to shape our views, and how parents can help their children to develop good relationships with their bodies.If you want to ask Ashley a question, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Tommy joins us for a very special episode to mark the first year of parenthood and Alf turning one. Ashley and Tommy answer your questions about their first year, and chat about the changes their lives have been through and the highs and lows of their journey transitioning into being a mum and dad. If you want to ask Ashley a question, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode Ashley wanted to catch up on some of the biggest moments over the last month, including the decision to stop breastfeeding, Alfies first birthday and the events that unfolded over Christmas time. We want to hear from you! Please do get in touch with a question or a message at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Ashley this week is TV, radio and podcast presenter and mum to 3-month-old Reuben, Kat Shoob. They're chatting recovering from childbirth, returning to work after birth and getting over the fear of leaving your little one with someone else. If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ashley's guest this week is Registered Nutritionist, best-selling author, podcast host and mum to 19 month old Zachary, Rhiannon Lambert. She's chatting mental health, birth trauma, breastfeeding and weaning. If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TV and radio presenter and mum of two Sonali Shah joins Ashley this week to chat breastfeeding, family support and controlled crying. If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week podcaster, blogger, entrepreneur and mother of three Clemmie Telford joins Ashley to chat everything from her relationship with exercise, enjoying the little moments with her family and accepting that you don't always have to have it all. If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist and mother of two Kate Moyle joins Ashley on this week's Mum's the Word Podcast! She's chatting about sex and intimacy during pregnancy and throughout motherhood.If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Founder of LetsSweat workouts, author of My Beautiful Body and to Jackson, Carly Rowena joins Ashley to chat all about finding yourself, the importance of finding an exercise you love, the power of movement and sex and relationships in this weeks Mum's The Word, the Parenting Podcast with Ashley James!If you have a question you would like to Ashley, get in touch at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rini Frey also known as Own It Babe is an influencer journaling on motherhood, self love, mental health and hot mess expresses. Ashley chats to her all about antidepressants, body confidence and mental health in this episode! TW/ DepressionIf you have any feedback or have a question you would like Ashley and her guest to answer, get in touch at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Model, Presenter and Influencer Georgia Jones joins Ashley to chat all about post-natal body image, reaching out for help, deal and finding time for herself this week on the Mum's the Word Podcast!If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] Create PodcastSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Presenter and broadcaster Zoe Hardman joins us with her co-host Georgia Dayton of the Made by Mammas parenting podcast joins Ashley to chat all about giving mum's advice, dealing with loneliness and finding friends, as well as having a second baby this week on the Mum's the Word Podcast!If you have a parenting question you would like Ashley and her guest to discuss, get in touch at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, author, actor (including in the hit show Tad Lasso) and presenter Ellie Taylor joins Ashley to chat about matrescence, why it is important to show the highs and the lows, supporting other mums and postnatal depression with Ashley this week, as well as the joys of soft play and giving yourself a break!TW: This episode mentions suicide and depression.---A Create Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat breastfeeding, mummy clubs, parenting roles and the importance of giving yourself time to focus on you in with amazing soprano singer, presenter and host of the Mum Club East Sussex Laura Wright!If you have a question or a topic suggestion for Ashley, get in touch at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you find it hard to deal with mum guilt and taking part in some well needed self-care? Author, speaker, psychotherapist and mum of 3 Anna Mathur joins Ashley to empower, encourage and equip us with dealing with worry and anxiety. To find out more about the Mother Mindway go to @themothermindway on instagram. Have a question you want to ask us? Get in touch at [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The amazing and inspirational Vicky Silverthorn chats to Ashley about her journey with adoption, juggling a business and being a single mum and asking your question on what to do when stuck in a rut.If you have a question you want to ask Ashley, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bling Empire and Dancing with the Stars Christine Chiu joins us to chat about her journey with IVF, infertility and her journey into motherhood.---A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zoe gives us some wisdom that Ashley wishes that she had heard during her pregnancy in this episode, they chat finding the birthing plan that is right for you, the importance of pelvic floor and how she found stepping into the mummy club herself!If you have a question you want Ashley to answer, go to [email protected] A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Ashley updates us on her first time away from Alf, and the amazing Rebecca from Mummy to Triplets and Bro joins us to chat all about the highs and lows of being a lockdown mum, her battle with PTSD and her experience having premature children.---A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Ashley sits down with the amazing Ali Bastian to have an honest chat on weaning, dealing with meltdowns and when is the right time to leave your child?If you have a question for Ashley to answer, send it to [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Struggling to sleep as a new mum? Has your little one begun teething yet? The amazing Connie Simmonds joins Ashley to discuss how important sleep is for you and your baby, what works best for Connie and her little one and some brilliant tips to keep your baby as pain free as possible when teething. These methods might not work for all and its important for each mum to find out what works best for them.If you have a question you want Ashley to answer, get in touch at [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress and mother to Noa and Rosie, Susie Amy joins Ashley this week to talk all about their birth experiences, how they found pregnancy, and some of the products that worked best for them.If you have a question you want us to answer, contact, [email protected] Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Mums the Word! The Parenting Podcast with Ashley James. Our first guest is the wonderful Roxie Nafousi, who opens up about her journey as a first time mum from finding out she was pregnant, her experience of pregnancy and why she chooses not to breastfeed. We also hear more from Ashley about her own story and how she has found the new world of motherhood.---A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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