The MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast

Help & Advice from experts to help you on your parenting journey

Welcome to the MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast

Welcome to the the MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast. In this podcast I interview the experts from all over the UK on many of the challenges and hurdles we face as parents from pregnancy – pre-school.

Becoming a parent is daunting and there is so much information out there, it can be difficult to digest and find time to find out accurate information as a busy parent. This podcast provides parents with a library of information from the experts to support you through your parenting journey at a time that suits you.

I welcome experts in the parenting field to share informative expert bursts so that you can hand select episodes that suit you and where you are up to in your parenting journey.

Carla Lett

Latest Episodes

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How To Have a Positive Morning Routine as a Busy Mum

In this episode, Carla interviews Emma Benyon, a self-care and motherhood coach, about positive morning routines for busy moms. Emma shares tips on starting the day in a positive way, including preparing the night before, resetting intention, and finding what works for your family. She emphasizes the importance of starting simple and building healthy habits, while also being flexible and adapting to change. Emma also introduces her one-to-one pocket coaching service, which provides coaching support through voice notes and messages. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of morning routines in setting the tone for a successful day.

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when your ex doesnt return your child
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When Your Ex Doesn’t Return Your Child

In this episode, Carla interviews Megan Edwards, an Associate Solicitor in Family Law Group, about what to do when an ex-partner refuses to return a child. Megan explains that the appropriate course of action depends on factors such as parental responsibility, existing court orders, and concerns about the child’s safety. She advises parents to first try to negotiate and amicably agree on the safe return of the child. If there are significant safety concerns, the police and local authority should be contacted. Megan also discusses the process of obtaining court orders and the importance of seeking legal advice.

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Mastering Nursery Design with Feng Shui

In this episode, Carla interviews Chrissie Steinem, a Feng Shui consultant, about mastering nursery design. Chrissie explains that Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese practice that aims to create a positive and harmonious environment by removing negative energy blocks. She shares her personal experience of how Feng Shui transformed her home and improved her family’s well-being. Chrissie provides tips for creating an energetic and calm nursery, including decluttering, using low-maintenance plants, and choosing calming colours and patterns. She also discusses the use of artificial plants in Feng Shui and suggests gradually transitioning to real plants for a more positive energy flow. Overall, Chrissie emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing and supportive space for both parents and children.

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Sex & Relationships

In this conversation, Carla and Jennifer McKenzie discuss the topic of sex after having children. Jennifer, a holistic coach and somatic therapist, shares her personal experiences as a mother of four and provides insights into the challenges and changes that can occur in relationships and body image after childbirth. They discuss the importance of communication, self-discovery, and finding time for intimacy in maintaining a healthy sexual relationship. Jennifer also introduces her company, Luna Spirit Wellbeing, and explains how she helps individuals reconnect with themselves and others through somatic coaching and energy healing.

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The Essential Guide to Pensions for New Parents

Today, we speak with George Tuck from Flying Colours, our Financial Advisor in Liverpool. We discuss the benefits of paying into a pension and why now could be the best time for you to do it. We discuss how to find existing missing pensions and the options that are available to you.

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Mental Health Benefits of Dance

Today we talk about the mental benefits of dance and how going to your local dance class can help every member of the family. For this episode, we are joined by expert Lindsay, the co-founder of Oris Dance.

To find your nearest classes visit the link below;

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Top Tips to Handle Anger & Shame in Parenting

In this enlightening episode, we’re joined by Emily, the renowned parenting coach from Finding Flow Parenting, to explore the sensitive topics of anger and shame in parenting.

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Everything You Need to Know About Life Insurance

Today, Carla speaks with Emma Day from Crystal Clear Financial Planning. They discuss the importance of life insurance and how you can protect your family.

One of Emma’s biggest passions is providing protection and insurance advice to ensure that her clients and their families are financially protected in case the worst were to happen. Emma also loves sharing the excitement of finding her clients their dream residential or investment property!

Get in touch today to discuss your financial needs and ask for Emma:
Emma Day
01332 382917
[email protected]

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Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply

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who wants to be a millionaire
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Who wants to be a Millionaire

Today Carla Lett Speaks with Mark Torrado our financial advisor in Glasgow. Mark discusses all the
different ways financial advisors can support families and even shares how you can make your child a
millionaire with regular savings.

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choosing the right solicitor
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Choosing the Right Solicitor

Welcome to MyBump2Baby’s expert podcast today Carla speaks with Javita and Catherine from IBB Law about choosing the right solicitor.

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working around your family
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Working around your family

Today Carla speaks with dad and flexible working enthusiast Dean Coleman, our property agent in Birmingham, We talk about the benefits of finding a job that allows you to work around your family without having to sacrifice your income.

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alternatives to ivf
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Alternatives to IVF

Today Carla speaks with Marija Skujina from Plan your Baby about alternatives to IVF.

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transitioning your baby from your bedroom to their own
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Transitioning your baby to their own room

Today on the Expert podcast Carla speaks with ONC Qualified sleep consultant Cate Hope about transitioning a baby from your bedroom in to their own.

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self care podcast baby ballet
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Baby Ballet – Self Care

Today on the MyBump2Baby expert podcast we chat with Baby Ballet founder Claire O’Connor. Carla and Claire talk about mental health, self-care and looking after ourselves as mums without feeling guilty.

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Caterpillar Music

Today on MyBump2Baby expert podcast we chat with Helen Simmons the CEO of Caterpillar music. We talk all about the classes, what to expect, how they can help your child’s development as well as, how she began her career and the opportunities available.

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Current State of the Housing Market
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The Current State of the Housing Market

Today we speak with property expert Michael Maloco, directory of Maloco Mowat Parker our property experts across Dunfermline.

In todays episode Michael talks about the process of purchasing and selling a property in Scotland as well as the current state of the housing market and things you need to know in 2023.

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Cash ISA
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Junior Cash ISA’s

Today on the expert podcast we are joined by Mette Jensen, Senior Financial Advisor at Four Wealth Management in Clifton. In this episode we talk about investing for our children’s future and we talk about the benefits of JISAS (Junior Cash ISA’s).

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Turtle Tots Q & A
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Interview with Turtle Tots

Today we welcome on to the MyBump2Baby expert podcast Joanna Wood, head of aquatics for Turtle Tots HQ. In this episode Joanna talks about the franchise opportunities available and shares some tips on finding the right baby swimming lessons for you and your baby as well as some tip tips to help your swimming lessons run as smoothly as possible.

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Home Births
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Home Births

On today’s expert podcast we invite on Magdalena Finn, our antenatal expert from Power in Birth in Leeds. In this expert episode we answer all your questions on home births.

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Domestic Abuse-Law and Procedure

Today on mybump2baby’s expert podcast we are joined by Scott Emsden from Bates Wells & Braithwaite our expert family law firm in Ipswich. We are talking about Domestic abuse, how to recognise it and what help is available to you if you are experiencing domestic abuse.

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Baby swimming safety
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Baby Swimming Safety

Today I am joined by Lauren Heston the founder of Little Dippers Swim School, our swimming experts in the inner London and Brighton area. Today we chat about water safety and why it is so important. We cover why you should go to baby swimming, what the benefits are and so much more.

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Holiday Swimming
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Holiday Swimming

Today on the MyBump2Baby expert podcast, we are talking to special guest Ali Beckman, technical director and head teacher of Puddle Ducks, Ali shares her top tips on holiday swimming and things to think about when going abroad with children.

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Children’s Alliance

Today on Mybump2baby’s Expert podcast we are joined by Tamsin Brewis from Water Babies, Tamsin shares more about the new charity Water Babies have set up and their reasons behind it.

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Hydrotherapy

On today’s episode of the MyBump2Baby Expert podcast, Carla invites founder of HE Aquatics Helena on to the podcast to discuss Hydrotherapy, they discuss what it is, why it is good for expectant mums and even babies.

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Home Safety with Daisy First Aid

Today on the MyBump2Baby expert podcast, we are joined by Nic Welsh the partnership manager at Daisy First Aid. Today we talk about Toddler Safety at home and discuss different things you can do to improve safety for your little one at home.

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Surrogacy Law

Today we are talking all about Surrogacy law and for this episode I am joined by expert Bethan Carr from Penningtons Law our expert law firm in Guildford. We discuss why having a lawyer is so important when considering surrogacy, we talk about the process and agreements and what happens if parents don’t meet the criteria for parental orders.

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Potty Training with The Positive Parent Coach

Today, we speak with expert Olivia Edwards otherwise known as (The Positive Parent Coach) about potty training toddlers, Olivia shares her knowledge and advice on potty training.

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Baby Sensory
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Baby Sensory

Today we speak with Karen Byrne-Smith the director of baby sensory Birmingham South about sensory play for babies.

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civil partnerships
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Civil Partnerships

Today, we are talking all about Civil Partnerships and for this episode I am joined by family law solicitor Zanariah Webster from Parfitt Cresswell.

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Unmarried Parents

Today we talk all about unmarried parents and what options they have if they separate. We are joined by our family law expert in Guildford Rachel Donald, Partner at Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP.

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Consent to Fertility

Nichola Bright partner at Myersons solicitors LLP in Altrincham and today we are talking about Consent to fertility Treatments.

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Stem Cell Banking

Today we speak with Dr. Lesley-Ann the Chief Scientific officer at Cells4Life all about Stem Cell Banking and why you should think about doing this for your children.

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Domestic abuse
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Domestic Abuse

Today we speak with Rachael Carter from Gomer Williams Solicitors in Swansea about domestic abuse, what it is, what the different types are, how to recognise it and when to seek legal advice plus much more.

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No Fault Divorce

Today we are joined by Lisa Dawson from Ellisons Solicitors, Lisa answers all our questions on no fault divorce, what it means, how you can apply and other important questions.

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income protection insurance
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Why Every Parent Needs Income Protection.

In today’s expert podcast we speak with Jordan Shekoni about Income Protection, what it is and why you should have it. We discuss what income protection actually is, how it works, what you are covered for plus so much more.

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Everything you need to know about Prenuptial Agreements

In today’s podcast Carla Lett speaks with Eve Geere Senior Associate for Parfitt Cresswell. Eve answers and discusses all your questions about prenuptial agreements including postnuptial agreements too and the reason people should consider them.

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Child arrangements
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Child Arrangements following a Relationship Breakdown

In todays podcast Carla Lett speaks with expert family law solicitor Zanariah Webster from Parfitt Cresswell.
Zanariah answers and discusses all your questions about child arrangements following the breakdown of a relationship.

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Changing your career joining tumble tots
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Changing Your Career Joining Tumble Tots

In today’s expert podcast Carla Lett chats with Charlotte Bedford the Franchise Development Manager at Tumble Tots, they talk about becoming a franchise owner for Tumble tots.

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The Benefits of Baby Swimming
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Benefits of Baby Swimming

Today Carla Lett talks with Tamsin from Water Babies Bucks & Bed all about the benefits of baby swimming.
They talk about the benefits, when is the best time to start your baby with swimming lessons, the benefits from starting your little one swimming so young.

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Maternity Leave Mortgages
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Maternity Leave Mortgages

Do you have a question about mortgages on maternity leave?

In today’s expert podcast we invite expert Lorraine Collie from Zing mortgages to answer all your questions about mortgages and maternity leave.

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the benefits of cloth nappies
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The Benefits of Cloth Nappies

Today Carla speaks with Lianne from Green Cheeks about cloth nappies. Lianne answers all of our burning questions about cloth nappies including; What cloth nappies are, when you can start using them, how many you need to get started, the benefits of cloth nappies, how to wash cloth nappies and how often they need to be changed.

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Sleep Regression

Today host Carla Lett speaks with child sleep expert Jemma Munford on sleep regression.
Jemma answers all of your questions on the dreaded sleep regressions, this includes;
What is sleep regression?
What are the signs of the sleep regression?
When does sleep regression happen?

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Creating the Perfect Sleep Environment for your Baby

Today Carla speaks with child sleep specialist Gemma Coe. Carla speaks with Gemma about how to create the perfect sleep environment for your baby.

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Eco Choices for Baby and Planet

Today Carla interviews Laura Crawford the owner of popular Eco-friendly nappy brand Mama Bamboo. They discuss Why everyone should try to go green? What the eco options are and when does eco really mean eco? 

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Divorce and Finances
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Divorce and Finances

Today Carla speaks with Nadine Moaddel from Mancini Legal about divorce and finances on divorce.
We cover everything from what happens to the family home after divorce, how child custody is decided and how to get a divorce.

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COVID-19 Vaccine
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COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A with Dr Anita Raja

Today our founder Carla Lett runs a Q&A with Dr Anita Raja.
Dr Anita Raja does a lot of media work around vaccine hesitancy and is part of Team Halo.
Dr Anita Raja answers all your questions on getting the vaccine during pregnancy, fertility baby development, menstrual cycles and breast feeding mums.

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Mindfulness for Mums

On today’s episode of the MyBump2Baby expert podcast Carla speaks to Clare Hales from Developing matters all about mindfulness for mums. Clare discusses the benefits of mindfulness.

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The Organised Mum

Welcome back to Season 3 of Fifty Shades of Motherhood and The My Bump 2 Baby Expert Podcast! This week in a special crossover episode Carla talks to Sunday Times Best Seller Gem Bray aka The Organised Mum about how she turned her anxieties around motherhood into an amazing brand.

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everything you need to know about private pensions
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Everything You Need To Know About Private Pensions

Today we speak with Stuart Porter from Periscope Wealth in Altrincham. We discuss everything to do with pensions, from the different types, how to track old pensions and how flexible pensions can actually be.

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Tokophobia – Fear of Childbirth

Today Carla is joined by the founder of easibirthing®, Sharon Mustard. In today’s episode Sharon covers everything you need to know about Tokophobia and answers the questions; What is Tokophobia?
How do you know if you have Tokophobia? How common is Tokophobia?

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Why do parents need life insurance
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Why Do Parents Need Life Insurance

Today MyBump2Baby welcomes David Gallagher, the director for Apple Tree Finance in Blackpool. Today David answers all our questions on life insurance and why all parents should have it. David covers commonly asked questions such as;
What is life insurance? Why parents should consider life insurance?

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Travel Systems
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Travel Systems

Today host Carla Lett speaking with Vanessa Thorley from James Andrew Pram and nurseries in Blackpool on everything about Travel Systems.
Vanessa answers commonly asked questions such as; What is a travel system? Do travel systems all have to match?

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Divorce in Scotland
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Divorce in Scotland

Today Carla Lett interviews Judith Higson from Scullion law about how to get a divorce in Scotland. Judith answers commonly asked questions including;
What is the divorce law in Scotland?
How long does a divorce take in Scotland?
Is it possible to get a quick divorce in Scotland?

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The Benefits of Physical play for toddlers
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The Benefits of Physical Play for Toddlers

Today, we speak with company director of Tumble Tots, Charlotte Bedford about the benefits of physical play for toddlers. Charlotte covers the benefits of physical play for toddlers, when we should start introducing physical play, what kind of physical play we should be doing from home, the benefits of playing outside for toddlers and what we need to think about when setting up physical play for toddlers.

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How does Child Custody work when separating

At MyBump2Baby, we work with family law solicitors throughout the UK and today we have special guest Simon Walker asking commonly asked questions about “how child custody works when separating”

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Tips to stop my toddler waking early
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Tips to Stop Toddlers Waking Early

Today we speak with Sleep Coach Tracey Holgate from Trust Tracey about tips to stop toddler waking early. Tracey talks about why toddlers wake early, Tracey also touches on the importance of the bedtime routine and how simple daily changes can affect sleep and waking early.

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Everything you need to know about Colic
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Everything you need to know about Colic

Today we are joined by Colic Expert, Rebecca Palmer from Colic SOS, Rebecca answers all your
questions on Colic, from what Colic is, when does colic start, does every baby get colic, what can we
do to prevent colic and tips on soothing colic.

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fitness and nutrition around your cycle
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Workouts and nutrition around my cycle

Today on My Bump 2 Baby Expert podcast we welcome fitness expert for mums, Dora from Fun mum
Fitness, Dora talks about why it is important to track our cycles, the impact of our cycles for training
and nutrition.

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Sleep in the Forth Trimester
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Sleep in the Fourth Trimester

Today we speak with expert sleep coach Jemma Mumford from Blissed out Babies, Jemma talks about sleep in the fourth trimester. Jemma talks about the first few months after you baby has been born.

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The Importance of Capturing your baby's first year
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The Importance of Capturing Images in your Baby’s First Year

Today we speak with Sue Kennedy, a photographer based in Harlow. Sue speaks about capturing the everyday moments on your phone, Sue shares some of her top tips on getting your perfect pictures at home, capturing those special moments in the first year.

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The benefits of Pregnancy Yoga
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The Benefits of Pregnancy Yoga During Pregnancy

Today we speak to Clare Maddalena
founder of LushTums all about the
benefits of Pregnancy Yoga. Clare
answers questions that many expectant parents have around pregnancy yoga including the
benefits.

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Everything you need to know about the Newborn Golden Hour
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Everything you need to know about the Newborn Golden Hour

Today we speak to Alice West from
Mama Connect all about the long
awaited newborn golden hour and
Alice also discusses many of the
questions we all have about newborns.

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All Your Breastfeeding Questions Answered
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Everything you need to know about Breastfeeding

Today we speak to Alice West from
Mama Connect all about breastfeeding.
Alice answers commonly asked questions that many expectant parents have around breastfeeding.

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Play ideas for younger babies
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Play Ideas for Younger Babies

Today we speak to Helen Gillies, the
founder of Tots Play UK on play ideas
for younger babies.

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The Importance of Child Led Play
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The Importance of Child Led Play

Today we speak to play therapist
Jenny Reid from the Apple Tree
Centre in Sheffield all about the
importance of child led play.

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Essential Oils During Pregnancy
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Essential Oils During Pregnancy

Today we speak to aromatherapist Jenny James from Jenny James
Therapies all about Essential oils
during pregnancy.

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Everything you need to know about Gestational Diabetes
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Everything you need to know about Gestational Diabetes

Today we speak to diabetes specialist
midwife Paula Lavandeira founder
of Nurtured Munchkin on everything
you need to know about Gestational
Diabetes.

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Home safe weaning and preventing choking
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Home Safe Weaning and Choke Prevention

Today we speak to Kate Ball, the
founder of Mini First Aid. Kate talks
about home safe weaning and
prevention of choking.

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Benefits of Dance Classes for Babies and Toddlers
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Benefits of Dance Classes for Babies and Toddlers

In this episode we welcome Anne-
Marie Martin founder of Diddi Dance,
Anne-Marie talks all about baby dance and dancing for toddlers.

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Relaxation Techniques for an Expectant Mother
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Relaxation Techniques for an Expectant Mother

In this episode we welcome Emily Bull founder of Babies in Waiting, Emily talks all about relaxation techniques for expectant mothers.

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tips for toddlers with Eczema
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Tips for Toddlers with Eczema

Today on the MyBump2Baby expert podcast, we welcome on skincare expert and award-winning Dermatology Nurse Emma Coleman. Emma talks to us today all about toddlers with eczema.

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The Perfect Baby Bedtime Routine
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The Perfect Baby Bedtime Routine

This episode welcome’s Lauren Peacock, child sleep specialist from Little Sleep Stars on to the MyBump2Baby expert podcast, Lauren answers all your questions on your babies bedtime routine.

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