Parental Control

IVF Over 40. What's Really Possible?

When it comes to fertility in your 40s, the path to parenthood can feel overwhelming and, at times, isolating. That’s why we’re joined today by one of the UK’s leading voices in fertility care: Dr. Jyoti Taneja, Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and a specialist in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Avenues London . IVF Over 40: What's Really Possible? In this episode, we’ll break down what women can realistically expect from IVF after 40. This will include success rates, treatment opt...

Kate Griggs On Unlocking The Power Of Dyslexic Thinking

Kate Griggs is a powerhouse in the world of neurodiversity. As the founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia , she’s on a mission to help the world understand, value, and support dyslexic thinking—not as a disadvantage, but as a superpower. She’s the author of two bestselling books, This Is This Is Dyslexia and Xtraordinary People and the host of the chart-topping podcast Lessons in Dyslexic Thinking, where she’s interviewed everyone from Sir Richard Branson to Erin Brockovich. In this episode, Kate t...

150 Game-Changing Mum Hacks With Casey Major-Bunce

My Baba founder Leonora is joined on the show by the Queen of Mum Hacks, Casey Major-Bunce. Casey had a tough childhood and was diagnosed with ADHD and autism as an adult. Her unique way of thinking and the creative life hacks she shares online has led her to stardom with over 700k Instagram followers and millions of views. Casey is bringing out her first book 'The Big Book of Major Mum Hacks' and on this episode, she shares a few of her favourites. info@mybaba.com...

Billy The Brave: A Family's Fight Against DIPG

Abigail Derr from Young Lives v Cancer sits down with Jamie and Ellie Thompson to share their heart-wrenching yet powerful story, Billy the Brave: A Family Fight Against DIPG. In this episode, Jamie and Ellie open up about their son Billy’s diagnosis with DIPG, a terminal brain cancer, and the five-month battle that followed. Billy The Brave: A Family's Fight Against DIPG They discuss the first symptoms that raised alarm, the pivotal moment that took them to A&E on 7th November 2023, and the...

How To Thrive In A World Of Endless Expectations With Zoe Blaskey

Managing Emotions Through Puberty With Dr Maryhan Baker

Welcome to part 2 of our managing emotions podcast featuring the amazing Dr Maryhan Baker. This week, she guides us through addressing questions about navigating the challenging times of puberty. Email us at info@mybaba.com 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 ...

Managing Emotions In The Early Years With Dr Maryhan Baker

This is the first of 2 series on tackling anxiety in children. In this first episode, we are focussing in on the early years, starting from toddlers. Don’t forget to tune into the second one where we discuss puberty, teens and all the anxiety that comes with it. Email us at info@mybaba.com 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...

Neurodiversity and Nutrition with expert Lucinda Miller

I’m literally buzzing after an hour chatting to Lucinda Miller who is so incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to nutrition and feeding our children. Today we talk about the importance of what we feed our neurodiverse children and families with literally hundreds of tips and hacks for us all. Email us at info@mybaba.com 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 th...

What Is Perimenopause With Dr Louise Newson

Perimenopause seems to be a bit of a buzzword at the moment and I had no idea that it could last so long. I was so thrilled to have Dr Louise Newson, the absolute guru on the pod this week who answered all the questions I had on HRT, hormones, migraines, contraception and her relationship with Davina McCall. I hope you find it as helpful as I did. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family...

Understanding Dyslexia with Andy Cook CEO of Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity

Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Today I am talking with Andy Cook, Chief Executive at Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, where he is responsible for overseeing the charity’s progress over the coming years. The Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity supports people with dyslexia to bring about positive changes in their lives. Established in 1971, the charity removes barriers to learning and life for children, young people and adults with dyslexia and ...

Travel Trends in 2024 With Tom Barber From Original Travel

Founder of My Baba Leo Bamford welcomes Tom Barber from Original Travel . They discuss everything from bonding holidays with just 1 child to road trips, luxury holidays and then the all-time travel bucket list. But most importantly they talk about what is trending this year in the travel industry. Original Travel also absorbs 100% of the carbon footprint generated by their clients by financing large reforestation projects around the world. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @myba...

The Importance Of Role Play With Casdon And Experts Charlotte Stirling Reed And Sue Atkins

We welcome two of the UK’s best parenting experts to the show to discuss the importance of role-play in partnership with role-play pioneers, Casdon . Importance of Role-Play with Casdon Baby and child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed and parenting expert Sue Atkins join My Baba’s Editor, Ellie Thompson, to share their thoughts, advice and top tips on using role-play toys to benefit young children (and adults). Together, they explore everything from why role-play time is fundamental to a chil...

Dr Ellie Cannon Talks Winter Bugs, Covid, Chickenpox Vaccines And How To Cope With Croup

Ellie Thompson welcomes NHS GP and author Dr. Ellie Cannon to the show to talk about this year's winter health concerns and their impact on our children. Dr. Ellie dives into the latest on COVID this winter, the perks of the flu vaccine for kids, the scoop on the chickenpox vaccine, as well as some easy tips for dealing with croup. Dr Ellie is supporting NHS England’s latest campaign which is raising awareness of changes to the way you access help and receive the care you need from your GP pract...

All Things Pelvic Floor With Expert Clare Bourne

Founder of My Baba Leo Bamford welcomes pelvic health physiotherapist and author Clare Bourne to the show to learn about the importance of the pelvic floor. "I've been desperate to get Clare on the show to learn more about pelvic floor exercises and how we can build them into our daily lives. It’s a quick podcast, but she had so many tips and tricks. It was great to get her on." - Leo Bamford. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Strong Found...

Decoding Early Childhood Behaviour: Tantrums Or Mental Health Concerns?

Joining Ellie Thompson on the show today is the fantastic Dr. Holly Symons, a licensed clinical psychologist and the brilliant mind behind raising-eq.com . Together, they dive deep into a crucial subject: mental health in infant school-age children. From the significance of emotional intelligence in parenting to addressing issues like depression, learning differences, self-harm, and body image, they cover it all. Mental health in infant school-age children Holly shares her expert knowledge on ho...

Life Insurance Isn't Boring, It's Crucial. Here's What You Need To Know

Welcome to a heart-to-heart podcast that delves deep into the realm of family, security and future planning as Ellie Thompson welcomes Matt Towe, co-founder and CEO of mortgage platform Meet Margo to discuss the importance of life insurance. Meet Margo is a brokerage offering straight-talking mortgage and insurance advice to help more women navigate homeownership. The importance of life insurance In this special episode, we're bringing you a life insurance Q&A session that goes beyond the nu...

Mama Still Got It! Chats Body Image, Nits And The School Mums WhatsApp Group

Get ready to dive into an absolute gem of an episode as editor Ellie Thompson teams up with the one and only Louise Boyce, also known as Mama Still Got It !, the OG mumfluencer! Louise joins the show to share the juicy details of her new book and dish out some serious wisdom on all things parenting and exactly how to navigate those Calpol years. Get ready for a discussion on the importance of teaching our kids about healthy body image, and how to handle the ever-present world of social media and...

Parenting A Child With ADHD - Here's What You Need To Know

Education expert and ADHD coach Dr. Michal Solomonovich joins the show to discuss strategies for parenting ADHD kids. Dr Michal Solomonvich is co-author of the new book Champion! Everything You Need To Be Your Greatest You , designed to equip kids with the skills they need to thrive and be happy. Strategies for parenting ADHD kids In this episode, My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson quizzes Dr. Michal on a whole host of techniques for parenting ADHD kids, from boosting their self-esteem to helping A...

Science Experiments To Do With The Kids This Holiday With TheDadLab

Leonora welcomes Sergei Urban, aka, TheDadLab , to the show to discuss all things science and fun, with some exciting activities you can do at home with the kids this summer. Sergei's website is a treasure trove of fascinating things to do with the kids, stocked wealth of knowledge. Leonora also quizzes Sergei on his Nature Workbook - a collection of printable activities to inspire, spark curiosity and creativity and foster a love for the natural world. Join Sergei Urban, the mastermind behind T...

Girl Talk With Steph Douglas: Family, Career, And The Perimenopause

Get ready for some serious girl talk as Ellie Thompson welcomes the fabulous Steph Douglas, the founder of Don't Buy Her Flowers , to the show! Steph will be dishing out the juiciest details on all things family life, conquering those chaotic newborn days, finding the perfect balance between family roles and busy careers, and even tackling the not-so-glamorous perimenopause. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Instagram: @dontbuyherflowers a...

Daisy Upton AKA Five Minute Mum On Starting School + Easy Ways To Make Learning Fun

Ellie Thompson welcomes best-selling author and Insta sensation Daisy Upton, aka Five Minute Mum , to discuss the launch of her new book Starting School and to share expert advice on how to make learning fun at home. Daisy's been putting her teaching assistant skills to good use – not just on her Insta account, where you'll find loads of brilliant games and activities – but within her latest book, which aims to help get our kids excited about starting school. Ellie quizzes Daisy on advice for an...

Raising Happy, Confident Kids And Tips On Dealing With Anxiety

Nadim Saad, parenting coach and founder of The Happy Confident Company joins the show to share valuable insights and expert tips on raising self-assured, happy, and resilient children. During this episode, Nadim discusses the common issues he sees with anxieties in children and whether confidence is a learned behaviour or a personality characteristic. We discuss the importance of mindfulness, how to help improve our children's self-esteem, and how The Happy Confident Company can help. Email us a...

Empathy: The Superpower We Should Teach Our Kids

My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes empathy advocate and best-selling author Mimi Nicklin to the show to discuss the importance of nurturing empathy in our children and why it's important to be empathetic towards ourselves as parents. Are children born with empathy? Can we teach them? Mimi Nicklin explains all. We discuss the life of working parents, the realities of the work/life balance and how the workplace can make changes to be more empathetic. We discuss the science behind empathy, wh...

Why Women Over 40 Can't Lose Weight

My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes over 40's women's personal trainer Gabrielle O'Hare to the show to discuss the launch of her new book Why Women Over 40 Can't Lose Weight . We discuss everything from the role of hormones, stress and the family work-life juggle and Gabrielle talks through some simple strategies for tackling health and fitness over 40. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Website: https://www.thrive-after40.com/ Instagr...

Melissa Hemsley Talks Food, Pregnancy And ADHD

I just had the most amazing hour chatting with Melissa Hemsley. We talked about everything from her IVF journey and, in particular, the highs and lows that come with IVF to her favourite recipes and how she loves using up everything in the fridge - nothing goes to waste! We have renamed leftovers "rollovers" because it sounds nicer, and how could one say no to a freestyle family fritter. Melissa talked about the beginning of her career and what got her into cooking, and also her love for charity...

Clair Buckley Talks Inbetweeners, Impractical Jokers And Being A Mum Of Boys

My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes actress, author, YouTuber and mother Clair Buckley to the show. Clair is married to James Buckley from The Inbetweeners, and together they have two sons, Jude and Harrison. Ellie quizzes Clair about everything from family life with an Inbetweener, how they met, their mutual love for The Beatles and what life is like as host of such a popular YouTube show, At Home with the Buckleys. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybab...

Mumologist Dr Emma Svanberg On The Pressure Of Being A Perfect Parent

My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes 'mumologist' and clinical psychologist Dr. Emma Svanberg to the show to celebrate the launch of her new book 'Parenting for Humans'. Ellie quizzes Emma on a host of topics, from how our own childhoods dictate our parenting styles, whether it's possible to be the perfect parent and how best to resolve conflict within family relationships. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Parenting for Humans , Dr Em...

Talking Etiquette, Entrepreneurship And The Coronation With Traditional Children’s Clothes Designer Rachel Riley

On this week's edition of Parental Control, founder of My Baba, Leo Bamford is joined by managing director and fashion designer Rachel Riley. "I’ve known Rachel Riley for a long time and have been dressing all my children in her beautiful traditional clothes for over 13 years. Nobody does it better! With the Coronation on the horizon, I wanted to catch up with her to talk about everything from how she started over 25 years ago to what effects it has when royalty wears her clothing. Finally, we t...

Does My Child Have ADHD? Signs, Symptoms And How To Get Help

Does my child have ADHD? My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes managing director and lead therapist of Headstuff ADHD Therapy Sarah Templeton to the show to discuss spotting the signs and symptoms of ADHD in young children. Sarah explains the three different types of ADHD, typical ADHD behaviours, how to cope and when to do something about it. They discuss the role of schools and the NHS, and how both could be doing more to get children the help they need. Does my child have ADHD? Sarah talks...

Food, Mood And Gut Health For The Whole Family

Lucinda Miller is always my go-to for advice when it comes to feeding the family. Although this podcast is relevant for any parent, this is more focused on secondary school ages. We talked about how the food we eat affects our moods and why cooking from scratch gives the most nutritional benefits. Lucinda surprised me by saying why a good fry-up could actually be the best start for children before school. And we talked a lot about helping children with neurodiversity can fuel their bodies in the...