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 pr...
Aug 12, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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 ep...
Jul 15, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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 ...
Jun 15, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 16
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 ...
May 14, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 15
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time of our remote recording, the guidelines on isolation were rapidly changing, so I am sorry if anything discussed is out of date by the time you listen to this.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 info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes A...
Apr 08, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 14
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 y...
Apr 02, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 13
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 amazi...
Mar 23, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 12
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: Episo...
Mar 11, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 11
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 ...
Feb 10, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 10
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...
Jan 09, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
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...
Dec 17, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 8
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 (...
Nov 20, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
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 a...
Oct 14, 2019•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
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 you...
Sep 20, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5
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 tou...
Aug 20, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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 inclu...
Jul 12, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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...
Jun 25, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 2
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.
Apr 29, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1
