Parental Control

I have to admit I was a bit nervous speaking to award-winning aesthetic nurse Anna today. I am 39 and I have got lots of little lines cropping up on my forehead but I am resisting temptation. The podcast was filmed on Zoom and the first thing I noticed was how incredible and glowing Anna's skin was. I, however, had been caught out on a rare, sunny April morning and was bright red and more wrinkled than normal. We had a great time talking about everything from the perfect skin regime to sensitive skin, exfoliation and SPF. We went on to talk about retinol, Profilo, Botox and fillers and ended with her desert island products. I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did. Follow Anna Baker on Instagram @annabakeraesthetics Anna Baker BN RGN INP PGCert (Appl. Clin. Ed.) PGDip (Clin. Ed) Aesthetic Nurse, Trainer & Qualified Educator Show notes Profhilo @profhilo_ukSkinBetter Science @skinbetterukRevision Skincare UK @revisionskincareuk Dermalux @dermaluxled Anna Baker's Biography: Anna Baker is an award-winning Aesthetic Nurse, Trainer & Qualified Educator with over 12 years experience in Aesthetic Medicine. She has held senior nurse injectable positions at several high street clinic chains and jointly set up 2 nurse-led aesthetic clinics in conjunction with Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Mr Dalvi Humzah, as well as nurse led topical photodynamic therapy clinics in conjunction with Galderma UK Ltd. She co-founded the multi-award winning training brand Dalvi Humzah Aesthetic Training in 2012 and maintains a Tutor faculty position. Anna practices from The Retreatery, a nurse-led clinic in East Grinstead, West Sussex. With a keen interest in facial anatomy, Anna holds a post-graduate certificate in Applied Clinical Anatomy-specialising in head and neck anatomy, and has undertaken the NMC Practice Educator Qualification at King's College London as part of her on current MA in Clinical Education studies. Anna was awarded 'Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of The Year' at the Aesthetic Awards 2017, and 'Highly Commended' in 2015 & 2016. Anna is part of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing and is the Aesthetic Nursing Section Editor for The PMFA Journal, and frequently contributes anatomical and aesthetic articles to a number of journals. She regularly presents at national and international aesthetic and anatomical conferences and has been a previous runner up for 'Dermatology Nurse of The Year' at The British Journal of Nursing Awards in 2014 and been awarded 'Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of The Year' at The British Journal of Nursing Awards in 2016, Anna is a board member for The British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN), and jointly leads the Education & Training Committee on behalf of this organisation. Anna also works on an independent consultancy basis and as a Key Opinion Leader with a number of aesthetic companies, including NeoStrata, TSK, Skinbetter Science, IBSA, Ha-Derma, and is the Clinical Lead & Nurse Trainer for Aesthetic Source. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Annabel is a complete hero of mine, I would have been lost without her books when I started having children. We had such a lovely talk today, not only about what she is doing, which is pretty incredible, but about everything from how to wean, whether you're going puree or baby-led, allergies, snacks and how to encourage the kids to be more involved in the kitchen. I will link all of the bits that we talked about in the show notes, but I wanted to highlight her new allergy tracker on her Baby & Toddler Recipe App, which I wish I had when mine were small. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Book: Weaning Made Simple Annabel Karmel's Baby & Toddler Recipe App Never be short on food ideas for your little ones with the latest version of Annabel Karmel's #1 rated Baby & Toddler Recipe App! New and updated with over 300 delicious recipes as well as a host of new features, this is the must-have app for delicious mealtimes. Available via the app store or visit www.annabelkarmel.com for more information. Web www.annabelkarmel.com Instagram @annabelkarmel Facebook @annabelkarmeluk What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This month's podcast on baby routine marks Sleep Awareness Week and World Sleep Day on Friday 19th March. We invite maternity nurse aka The Blissful Baby expert Lisa Clegg to the show to discuss baby routine and sleep. Like me, she is a firm believer in a routine right from the start. A baby's routine doesn't have to be rigid but it does has to be a routine that works for you and your family. Lisa shares her top tips, which include how to introduce a bottle to a breastfeeding baby and how having a routine doesn't mean that you can't go out for a day with friends. Our podcast on baby routine includes discussion about different ages and stages, with Lisa confirming that it's not just down to luck when you have a baby that sleeps well. For more information check out her website and follow Lisa on Instagram @blissfulbabyexpert1. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes BOOKS: The Blissful Baby Expert, Lisa Clegg The Blissful Toddler Expert, Lisa Clegg What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Dr Harvey Karp covers everything to do with baby sleep, sleeping techniques and what to expect from your newborn in those first few weeks. We address sleep exhaustion and when it's time to introduce a routine for baby. There's so much by the way of genius tips and advice, not just for first-time parents, but second-time parents too. We also chatted about the most common mistakes new parents make, as well as how best to transition your baby into their cot. Dr Karp also talks in-depth about his genius SNOO smart sleeper. This piece of baby kit is almost worth having another baby for. He is also the creator of the SNOO Smart Sleeper, a new class of responsive infant bed that has won over 20 top international honours, and is definitely worth a look. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Dr. Harvey Karp's blog What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Homeschooling is playing a huge part in so many of ours lives right now, and a lot of us are finding it hard to cope - parents as well as children. We invited child research psychologist, Dr. Amanda Gummer, to the show to answer some of our questions on homeschooling and family life in general right now. About Dr. Amanda Gummer Dr. Amanda Gummer is widely considered the UK's go-to expert on play, toys and child development. With a PhD in neuropsychology and over 20 years' experience working with children and families, she's a favourite with the media, including the BBC, Sky news, the Telegraph and Times Radio. Amanda is often contacted to offer comment and advice on the news stories that matter most to today's parents - including anxieties at home, exam pressures and how best to navigate the challenges that face families day to day. Amanda is founder of The Good Play Guide an independent, expert organisation, dedicated to ensuring every child can develop the skills needed to thrive and enjoy a happy, healthy childhood, and The Good Toy Guide a trusted resource for parents and gift-givers to find toys which promote fun and learning whatever the occasion or needs of the child. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba founder invited parenting coach Katherine Sellery, founder of the Conscious Parenting Revolution to talk about a variety of topics, including when to stop praising your kids. This episode covers many issues, but in particular children's self-esteem and how to help them listen to themselves and their feelings. Children and anxiety is also discussed in detail, as it's a topic that's so apt at the moment. Show notes Katherine has an online 90 Day Parenting Reset Program to get parents to the front side of their parenting You can access her free webinar on the 3 Common Mistakes Parents Make and How to Reverse them on her website at https://www.consciousparentingrevolution.com/courses/webinar What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

In this episode of My Baba's podcast Parental Control, paediatrician Dr Sophie Niedermaier-Patramani from Little Tummy joins the show to talk about children's winter health. We talk about everything from childhood illnesses, chickenpox and measles to if it's actually possible to be too sterile in the home. We spoke a lot about the microbiome and its job in fighting infection and whether children actually need vitamin supplements or not. The only thing the jury is still out on is whether you will catch a cold if you go out with wet hair! Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Sam Barclay is a graphic designer, photographer and author of the book 'I Wonder What it's Like to be Dyslexic'. Dyslexia is a subject very close to my heart, both my husband and I are dyslexic and have unsurprisingly passed it on to our children. This book absolutely gripped me from page one, mainly because Sam isn't a dyslexic specialist but he is, himself, dyslexic. His book makes it really easy for people to understand what it's like to have dyslexia and in particular, what the difficulties associated with reading. I was delighted to welcome Sam to the podcast to talk through what it's like to be dyslexic. We touched on everything from graphics and typeface to the creativity and communication skills that many people with dyslexia have. There are so many resources for the subject, but ones that I particularly like are Helen Arkyll Dyslexia Centre, Do it Profiler.com, and Crested.org.uk. I'll leave you with my favourite dyslexia quote from one of the most famous dyslexics, Albert Einstein. "Everybody is a genius but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid." Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Sam Barclay: ww.sambarclay.co.uk Link to buy Sam's book: https://www.sambarclay.co.uk/dyslexia-shop/p/book What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

The new TV series of Fireman Sam, from Monday 26th October at 7am & 4pm on Cartoonito We're joined in the hot seat this week by the one, the only Fireman Sam. Fireman Sam joins us ahead of Bonfire Night to share his tips on encouraging young children to understand the importance of fire safety at this time of year. With the majority of organised firework displays cancelled this year, Fireman Sam is on the case to ensure that our pets, kids and hedgehogs are kept safe on 5th November while some families choose to celebrate in their own back gardens. Fireworks are exciting but they can be very dangerous. Listen to your grown-up about where is a safe place to stand Keep your sparkly sparkler safely away from other people and don't run with them Wear your gloves when you hold sparklers and keep them away from your body Once sparklers are finished, put them into a bucket of water, don't pick them back up Make sure you wrap up warm and don't wear dressing up clothes Stand at a safe distance from where fireworks are being let off and stay close to the grown ups Don't be tempted to throw anything into a bonfire or poke at it with sticks Be guided by your grown up this Bonfire Night and don't play in an area where fireworks are being let off. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Amy Forbes-Robertson is co-founder of It Happens Education, the organisation set up to provide educational workshops on relationships and sex education. They work with a range of ages and stages across the UK. Whether it's puberty or pornography, sexting or STIs, contraception or consent, festivals or freshers week you're worried about, It Happens Education is a great place to start. I listened to Amy at a sex and relationship seminar last year and immediately asked her to come on the podcast. She made the whole subject matter so easy and unembarrassing and I read her book cover to cover the day it landed on my desk. This is a must-read book for any parent. Bio: Amy Forbes Robertson Over the last 15 years, Amy Forbes-Robertson (BA, MPhil, PGCE, QTS) has worked in Education. During this time, Amy has interacted with young people and their parents, carers and teachers; as a volunteer, a project leader, a community outreach worker, in youth work, as a school governor and as a secondary-school classroom teacher (KS3 & KS4). Amy is also responsible for running the Beacons Project at The Hay Literature Festival. Furthermore, Amy has worked as an accredited trainer for Cambridge Assessment International Examinations delivering teacher training both in the UK and abroad. Working alongside Alex Fryer, (formerly www.alexandrafryer.com), a nurse and medical practitioner. They have formed www.ithappens.education. Alex and Amy deliver gentle and age-appropriate messages about Relationships, Sex & Health Education (RSHE). Moreover, they provide friendly and accurate information answering the many questions young people have about bodies, babies, birth, puberty, body image, confidentiality, masturbation, pornography, pleasure, sexting, delaying the onset of sexual activity, healthy relationships, LGBTQ+ issues, consent, STIS, contraception, festivals, gap years and university. They pride themselves on honesty and a good sense of humour, and their 'straight-talking' has been well received by over 200 schools. They now have 4 speakers delivering their work in schools across the whole country. Amy is increasingly being asked to speak at educational conferences and the teacher-training element of the business is blossoming as Statutory RSE approaches. It Happens Education LLP also worked closely with 'The Sex Education Forum' on their 2019 'Countdown to Statutory RSE Conference', as well as contributing to current research projects gleaning student opinions on Relationships and Sex Education. More recently, Alex and Amy have been carrying out advisory and consultancy work in television & media exploring the history of Sex Education in society with Spelthorne Community TV. 3 of these programmes; 'Let's talk about Sex', were shown on Channel 4 early in 2019 and were very well-received. Currently 'It Happens' is developing a strong connection with some of the big names in UK Events & Festivals and using their platform to increase knowledge and information around the party-scene so that young people are more informed and able to understand the sex/substances and 'harm-reduction' conversation. Through her years of experience, Amy intrinsically understands the lives of children and teenagers lives. She has been closely involved in pastoral care and safeguarding issues and is familiar with the challenges that young people face as they experiment with their own identity, friendships and relationships. Amy supports the view that providing young people with good information is vital. She believes that talking honestly about bodies, relationships, sex and their recreational lives is essential. Only then can we enable young people to feel more confident, make more-informed and safer choice... Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Amy's recommended reading list: UK government's 50-page document - The Guidance to Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) and Health Education UK government's National Curriculum in England - Science Programmes of Study: Key Stages 1 and 2. Amy's book: Brilliant Questions About Growing UP: Simple Answers About Bodies and Boundaries What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

"This month I was so happy to speak with Joanna Jensen, founder Childs Farm and consultant dermatologist, Dr Jennifer Crawley. It seemed very apt to be talking-to them during National Eczema Week. I had so many questions for these two from how to look after a baby's skin all the way up to tween issues and sun damage throughout the ages. I have been using Childs Farm products on my children from day one, and I love the story behind the brand. Joanna is an absolute inspiration to women, and I always call on her for anything skin related. During the pandemic, my hands have taken a real battering and that was one of the main reasons along with it being National Eczema week that I wanted to pick her brains. I hope you find this podcast as interesting as I did. Do feel free to share it on the school run." Leonora Bamford, founder of My Baba. How to maintain healthy skin in children - how sensitive is a newborn's skin? When and how you can start using Baby products in the bath? Tips on baby massage/moisturiser application Newborns/babies: what skin issues should I be looking out for? Freckles and moles? When to seek advice. What is eczema? How can I treat eczema? When should sunscreen be applied? How much sunscreen should you apply? Vitamin D - is there a time when you shouldn't put on sunscreen? Does a UVA swimsuit offer more protection? What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Craig is the head of community insight at Super Awesome, the company that's drafted in to help big-name companies engage safely with kids online and so much more. This is a space and topic I'm desperate to know more about as often it can be quite literally like banging your head against a brick wall. I called on Craig to answer some of those all-important questions. Please do get in touch if you have questions I can pass on. Craig Donaghy Bio Craig Donaghy has over 15 years of experience as a producer, writer, editor and community manager working on kids products including magazines, books and apps. He's the Head of Community Insight and Child Safeguarding at SuperAwesome. SuperAwesome powers the kids digital media ecosystem. Our kidtech is used by hundreds of brands and content-owners to enable safe digital engagement with the global kids audience. Show notes Craig Donaghy's recommended resources for updated advice and tips on how to stay safe: Super Awesome - https://www.superawesome.com PopJam - https://web.popjam.com/home NSPCC - https://www.nspcc.org.uk Net Aware - https://www.net-aware.org.uk Childnet - https://www.childnet.com Internet Matters Parents Zone - https://parentzone.org.uk/home Commonsense Media - https://www.commonsensemedia.org What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/ Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram

We're joined by the incredible Lucinda Miller, clinical lead and founder of NatureDoc Clinic. Lucinda joins the show this month to talk to about cows' milk protein intolerance (CMPA) and the role of probiotics, gut bacteria, nutrition, and how to climb the milk ladder. Lucinda explains the differences between non-IgE, IgE allergies and lactose intolerance, how to test for allergies as well as exploring possible links between CMPA and Caesarians versus natural births. This is a really helpful episode for new mothers in particular, as we discuss the tell-tale signs of a dairy intolerance, what to look out for and what you should do if you suspect your baby is suffering. Show notes Article: Cows' Milk Protein Allergy: The Low-Down On Substitute Milks & Nutrients - Lucinda Miller Dr Neil Shah - Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist and Senior Lecturer at Great Ormond Street. Hospital, London. Dr Shah can be contacted for appointments via Ms Rubi Begum at The Portland Hospital 215 Great Portland Street LONDON W1W 5PN on 0755 442 8969. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

We are thrilled to welcome the incredible nutritionist Rhaya Jordan to the show to talk to us about everything from fussy eaters, snacking and weaning to vitamins and how to change food habits as a whole family. About Rhaya Jordan Rhaya Jordan is a qualified nutritionist, naturopath and herbalist, resident nutritionist with Daylesford and practices at a health club called Bodyism in Notting Hill. Show Notes First Bite by Bee Wilson Fearless Feeding by Maryann Jacobsen and Jill Castle Bee Wilson http://www.tasteeducation.com Bahee Van de Bor https://ukkidsnutrition.com/expert-paediatric-dietitian-consultations/ The Ellyn Satter Institute https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/how-to-feed/the-division-of-responsibility-in-feeding/ What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

We welcome Mandy Gurney, a health visitor, sleep expert, and the founder of Millpond Sleep Clinic, back to the show to talk about children's sleep. In this brilliant podcast, Mandy talks about everything from sleep patterns and body clocks to sleep problems and how to master the art of learning those all-important cues. She makes establishing a sleep routine super simple in this episode, touching on sleep regression and different sleep patterns depending on stage and age. We also discuss sleep deprivation in parents and the benefits of power naps. There's also some fantastic advice about transitioning from a cot to a bed. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes References: CALM app Listen to Mandy Gurney's podcast on how to spot a sleep problem and eliminate bedtime battles here. Read Mandy's article The Sleep Plan: How To Help Your Child To Fall Sleep After A Busy Day here. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE talks to us about the effect isolation and lockdown is having, both inside our brains and our bodies during this difficult time of isolation. At the time of our remote recording, the guidelines on isolation were rapidly changing, so I am sorry if anything discussed is out of date by the time you listen to this. Do check out Julia's amazing new book 'This Too Shall Pass'. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes About Julia Samuel Julia Samuel MBE is a leading British psychotherapist. She has worked in private practice and with the NHS for the last thirty years and is Founder Patron of Child Bereavement UK. She lives in London with her husband and has four children and six grandchildren. Visit juliasamuel.com Julia's new book This Too Shall Pass is out now. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

With all this stress on our bodies and minds at the moment, I called on dietitian and cordon bleu chef Jane Clarke to help answer some questions on how to nourish our bodies inside and out. We recorded this bonus episode remotely so I hope you can hear us clearly. Thank you to Jane for your words of wisdom! This episode covers the following topics: foods to eat when you're anxious, how to get a better sleep rhythm and how not to put on too much weight at this time. Show notes From pregnancy to your prime years, babies to teens, Jane's book Nourish gives essential nutrition advice for every stage of life. Find out the foods to eat – and those to avoid – to protect your health and feel your best. Jane is both a dietitian and Cordon Bleu chef with more than 30 years' experience in the nutrition industry. Jane is the author of nine best-selling books, was a columnist for over a decade for The Daily Mail, Observer, The Times and The Mail on Sunday, and regularly contributes on TV. She worked with Jamie Oliver on several of his projects, including the School Meals revolution, which showed that people-power can bring about social change. It is with this same mindset and passion that she is leading Nourish by Jane Clarke, which provides a solution to the problem of undernourishment and provides empowerment and inspiration to those who are vulnerable or facing a health challenge. Jane was the first person in the UK to open a private dietetic clinic, establishing a highly successful specialist Nutrition and Dietetic practice in London that has been running for the past 27 years. She advises some of Britain's leading sportspeople, entertainers and media professionals, and has been personal dietitian and nutritionist for David Beckham and Benedict Cumberbatch. She is particularly regarded for her work with those living with serious illnesses such as cancer, neurological degenerative conditions, dementia and stroke, supporting patients from early diagnosis right through to end of life care, across all ages, including paediatric cancers and early onset dementia. Jane has been awarded an honorary doctorate for her services to nourishing the vulnerable from the University of West London. As a qualified Dietician, Jane spearheads Nutrition and Dietetic practices in London and Leicester advising some of Britain's leading sportspeople and many of the world's biggest actors, music and media personalities, whilst also continuing to treat young children, teenagers and adults with health problems such as diabetes, IBS, dementia, depression. Jane runs a specialist cancer and dementia nutrition practice in Marylebone, where she treats patients referred by GPs, consultants, carers and relatives. Jane was David Beckham's Personal Dietician & Nutritionist during the 2006 World Cup, whilst also advising him and his team at his Football Training Academy. Her books include the best selling series "Jane Clarke's Bodyfoods", Yummy! A Children's Nutritional Guide, Yummy Baby, Nourish and Complete Family Nutrition. She is also a regular contributor on British Television including all the major networks. She has written for The Daily Mail, Observer, London Times and The Mail on Sunday. She was the Nutritional Consultant working alongside Jamie Oliver, on his groundbreaking television series Jamie's School Dinners and Jamie's co-presenter on Eat to Save Your Life! "Jane Clarke is an exceptional nutritionist. She loves food and she's a great cook - what a tiger!" - Jamie Oliver What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

We thought this brilliant episode with arts and crafts blogger and founder of Red Ted Art, Maggy Woodley and My Baba's very own craft extraordinaire Nanny Anita was very timely for the moment. We really hope it sparks some great ideas for crafting and getting hands-on with the kids now and in the coming months. This episode is about crafting, experiments and having fun with kids of all ages. We talk about fine motor skills and educational aspects to crafting and everything in between. It's amazing how much can be done with bits and bobs floating around the house. Crafting with kids definitely shouldn't cost a fortune and I really hope you get inspired by these two crafty queens, whether it be a seasonal craft with the kids or a 5-minute rainy day activity. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Easy Paper Projects, Maggy Woodley, for more info visit here. Maggy's resources and links: https://iheartcraftythings.com/ https://www.hellowonderful.co/ https://www.artycraftykids.com/ https://kidscraftroom.com/ https://www.science-sparks.com/ https://babbledabbledo.com/ https://www.firefliesandmudpies.com/ https://rainydaymum.co.uk/ Maggy's favourite crafts: https://www.redtedart.com/corner-bookmarks-designs/ https://www.redtedart.com/story-art-great-start-giraffes-cant-dance/ https://www.redtedart.com/autumn-crafts-chestnut-kastanien/ https://www.redtedart.com/49-diy-christmas-ornaments/ Nanny Anita's crafts: Friendship bracelets Monster blow painting Toucan paper plates Paper plate animals French knitting Origami Father Christmas Christmas cards Fluid painting Cross stitch coasters Lavender salt dough gifts Zen gardens Inside out stress balls Magical colour mixing Native American headdress Dream catchers God's eye Red cabbage indicator experiment Pendulum painting Love rocks Rainbow stacking stones Nanny Anita's recommended useful websites: Imagination Tree Tinker Lab Babble Dabble Do Buggy and Buddy Housing A Forest Kitchen Table Classroom. Happy Hooligans What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This episode of My Baba's podcast Parental Control is dedicated to talking about screen-time, technology and children's behaviour. From Fortnite and Minecraft to apps and dreaded social media, child psychologist Dr. Maryhan Baker helps unfold these taboos and gives us all some great advice and food for thought on parenting in 2020! This is a must-listen for any modern parent or anyone who might feel like a distracted parent. More articles and expert advice by Dr. Maryhan: Parental Control: Episode 6 How to Raise Well-Behaved Children & Why You Should Never Tell Your Child To Calm Down How To Manage Screen-Time In Five Easy Steps How To Create A Stress-Free School Drop Off In Five Easy Steps Must-Read Expert Advice On How To Support A Child With ADHD How To Help Toddlers Manager Their Emotions & Avoid Tantrums Help Your Child Wind Down After School With These Simple Steps Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba founder Leonora talks to Sophie Stanbury about everything from beauty and fitness to finding that perfect work-family balance. Living in London with her two boys, she shares her top tips on interiors, where to go in town and life as an influencer. This episode is full of Sophie's tips and tricks on how to look good, including how she looks after her amazing mane of hair, to getting things done at home. Show notes Follow Sophie Stanbury: Instagram @sophiestanbury Twitter @sophie_stanbury Website sophiestanbury.co.uk About Sophie Sophie grew up just outside London in Surrey. After the birth of her first child Harry she studied at the Inchbald School of Interior Design, following her passions she started her own interior decorating business. She previously headed up the designer relations team at Swarovski where she was working with designers in fashion, stage and screen, lighting, jewellery and product design. It is her varied career which has given her such an insight into the interior, fashion and luxury world -­‐ she has spent her career in London working alongside London's elite. Her creative, outgoing and driven personality combined with excellent negotiation skills and commitment to hard work has led to her success. From hedge funds in New York designing the Chairman's private homes to London's most prestigious private members' club Annabel's running their membership and private events. Sophie was introduced as a main cast member on the hit Bravo TV series Ladies of London in 2016, having formerly appeared as a friend in the second series. She was a very popular member of the cast navigating her journey of becoming a single mother and going through separation and later divorce. She was seen as a role model for many women going through similar experiences. She was also recognized for her ability to balance being a hands-­‐on mother with running her own interior design business which she still does. Sophie plans to launch a very exciting hair product line next year which will provide a shortcut to home styling and is perfect for all busy glam girls on the run. Sophie is also brand ambassador for a number of fashion, beauty and handbag brands and has collaborated on several fitness campaigns. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

This month nutritionist Jane Clarke talks to Leonora about gut health during pregnancy and in babies. What is a healthy gut microbiome and how can you change it? We talk about gestational diabetes, c-sections and how to get your baby off to a good start. This is a short but very informative podcast and we hope you enjoy it. Jane will also be telling us why she launched a new range of nutritious and delicious drinks, all made with organic ingredients, perfect for new and soon to be mums. For more information about the drinks and Jane please take a look at www.nourishbyjaneclarke.com. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Read Jane Clarke's latest articles on My Baba here. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Are children born picky eaters or is it something they grow into? How does diet affect academic and mental performance? And should you ever feed your child snacks before bed? My Baba founder Leonora invited Lucinda Miller, a naturopath and Functional Health Practitioner, on the show to talk about children and nutrition: why their first foods are so important; how we can teach children to look after their bodies and why she never talks to her own children about good food and bad food. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Read Lucinda's latest articles on MyBaba.com here. Find out more and contact Lucinda on Naturedoc.co.uk Products mentioned on the show: BioGaia ProTectis Probiotic - suitable from birth ProVen Probiotics - suitable from birth to school age Zita West My Baba Children's Multivitamin & Probiotic Powder - suitable from 12 months to 12 years BetterYou DLux Vitamin D - suitable for all ages Minami Nutrition MorEPA Fish Oil - suitable from ages 3+ Bare Biology Super Hero Fish Oil - suitable from 6 months to 12 years What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Why is sleep so important? How do you calm them down after a nightmare? And is there a perfect amount of sleep for your child? My Baba founder invited Mandy Gurney, a health visitor, sleep expert and the founder of Millpond Sleep Clinic on the show to talk about children's sleep problems, how to learn your child's sleep pattern and the things that stop them dropping off to sleep at night. This episode looks at how one spots a sleep problem (1.17); most common sleep problems and the main causes (2.10); learning your child's sleep pattern - are they a night owl or morning lark (5.35); how you tackle 'bedtime battles' and helping them switch off (10.30); how the bedtime routine changes as children grow older (12.25); whether any screen time before bed is okay (13.55); how food impacts sleep (15.28); jet lag and staying in a sleep routine on holiday (17.38); nightmares - how to comfort your child after a fright (19.50); nightmares vs night terrors - what's the difference (22.40); how to manage teeth grinding (26.20); teaching children the importance of sleep (27.15); supplements, sleep sprays, mindfulness apps (29.10); and finally, the perfect amount of sleep (30.15). Show notes Read Mandy's latest articles on MyBaba.com here. Find out more and contact the Millpond Sleep Clinic on MillpondSleepClinic.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Why don't children do what you ask them? How do you help them understand when they're embarrassing you? And what do you do when your child says 'I hate you' ? My Baba founder Leonora invited child psychologist and parenting coach Dr Maryhan Baker on the show to talk about behaviour and rewards, helping your child manage their emotions and why she believes parenting books don't work. This episode looks at what not to do when your child is having a meltdown (1.10); why children don't do what you ask of them (4.30); whether you should reward good behaviour with food (6.27); how to phase out the reward system (9.10); when to start reasoning with a child (12.40); how to label emotions and help children manage them (13.45); whether you should just let them your child do what they want (17.40); how to help them understand they're embarrassing you (19.53); what do you do when child says 'I hate you' (26.40); diagnosing your child as hyperactive (27.28); whether you're passing your phobias onto your children (29.00); how to help them articulate their emotions and prevent worrying (30.15); deciding to see a therapist (34.00); how to know if you're doing parenting right (40.00). Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Read Maryhan's latest articles on MyBaba.com here. Find out more and contact Maryhan via her website: DrMaryhan.com Why Parenting Books Don't Work, DrMaryhan.com Maryhan's Take 10 Beads activity What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

How much is your gut having an impact on your health and wellbeing? You might be surprised... My Baba founder Leonora invited nutritionist and dietician Jane Clarke on the show to talk about how gut health and the impact it has on our physical and mental health, and the simple changes we can make to improve our family's health and wellbeing. This episode looks at how the modern diet and stress affects gut health (1.33); how to know if your gut is healthy (2.00); tweaking your diet to improve your gut health (3.10); whether sugar feeds cancer (6.15); if good gut health is simply all about eating a balanced diet and exercising (8.25); how sleep affects your microbiome (10.29); IBS health complaints (11.45); how to tell if you have an intolerance or allergy (12.35); the impact of chemicals and pollution on your gut (14.28); gut health and weight gain (18.08); how to be proactive with your pre and probiotics (20.26); poor gut health and depression (26.22); children's gut health (28.35); overuse of antibiotics and how it is affecting our children (29.56); and, finally, the "wonder foods" that should definitely be part of your child's diet (34.20). Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Please note, this podcast was recorded in summer, so some of the fruit and vegetables mentioned may no longer be in season. Eating seasonally supports the environment and provides balance to your diet. Learn more on NourishByJaneClarke.com or pick up a copy of her book here. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

How can you assess how fertile you are? Does mental health have an impact on fertility? And are you falling for the common fertility myths? My Baba founder Leonora invited fertility expert Zita West, who has helped thousands of couples through their pregnancy journey, on the show to talk to us about the common issues couples face when trying to conceive, lifestyle adjustments you can make to improve your fertility, and whether medical intervention is always necessary. Key topics this episode touches on include: how age affects fertility (1.30); assessing how fertile you are (3.10); getting pregnant in your 20s, 30s, 40s (4.57); how fertility is a 'whole body approach' (7.24); how to deal with the uncertainty around conception (8.50); a balanced diet and your fertility (14.50); common mistakes people make when trying to conceive (17:08); optimising your man's fertility levels (22.02); when you should seek medical advice (22.54); holistic and medical intervention (25.00) and more. Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Links Read Zita's latest articles on MyBaba.com here. Find out more on ZitaWestClinic.com Pregnancy Common Questions Fact Sheet, NHS. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Why do people get allergies? What does an allergic reaction look like? Are vegan and gluten-free diets contributing to intolerances? And how can we help our children develop healthy immune systems? My Baba founder Leonora invited Dr Tom York, full-time GP and first-time dad, on the show to talk about allergies, why allergy rates are increasing in children, how to spot an allergic reaction and whether our overly clean lifestyles are damaging to our health. Key topics this episode touches on include: how 'the hygiene hypothesis' and cleanliness affects allergies (04.00); how our diets have changed over the years (06.02); whether vitamin D supplements can support our immune systems (06.55); what to eat during pregnancy to reduce the risk of childhood intolerances in your baby (08.00); the best ways to treat allergies (10.42); and how pollutants in the home are causing reactions (15.18). Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Links How To Protect Your Family From Allergens Indoors & Outdoors. Tom York, My Baba. Why the world is becoming more allergic to food. BBC. Why are food allergies in children on the rise – and is there anything parents can do to protect them? Guardian. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Why is sugar so addictive? Why are schools still feeding our children so many sugary treats? And how has eating sugar in our own childhoods affected our health and current relationship with the sweet stuff? My Baba founder Leonora invited Lizzie King, a nutritional health coach and founder of Lizzie Loves Healthy, onto the show to talk about sugar and the potential damage it's doing to our children's health. Key topics the episode touches on include; whether making a swap from refined to natural sugar is necessarily the best option (04.28), the safest time to introduce sugar to your child or whether you've done so without realising (11.00), healthy after-school snacks (16.30), going cold-turkey and quitting sugar (20.18), why sugar levels have quietly crept up in processed foods (27.30), sugar and gestational diabetes during pregnancy (33.50), and how to identify if your child isn't getting enough of certain food groups (43.05). Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Links Food Facts - Sugar, Change4Life, NHS UK Lizzie Loves Healthy Family Food, by Lizzie King Apple and almond cake recipe, by Lizzie King After school snacks, Lizzie Loves Healthy Millie's Kipchup, Amazon Children's Multivitamin Ages 1 to 12, Zita West x My Baba Vitamins and minerals and where to get them, by Lizzie King Alexandra Rose Charity, @alexandrarosecharity Concern UK Ration Challenge What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora interviews four teenage girls about their lives online. From the right age to give your child a smartphone to getting around safety barriers to what teens are doing to protect themselves on the internet, here's what all parents should know about online safety.