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Happy Mum

Happy Mum

By: Giovanna Fletcher
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In the Happy Mum, Happy Baby Podcast, Giovanna Fletcher continues the conversation about motherhood she began in her bestselling book of the same title. In a series of frank and warm conversations with other high-profile mums and dads, Gi discusses all aspects of parenthood - the highs, the lows, the challenges and rewards. There is no such thing as the perfect parent, and we’re all simply doing our best, something Giovanna fully encourages. It’s time to stop comparing ourselves and champion each other instead. Each episode is truly unique yet unifying. No topic is out of bounds, therefore this podcast is essential listening for any parent seeking solidarity and support.


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Giovanna Fletcher
Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • “I Felt Like the Glass Child”: Becky Cheetham on The Realities of Being a Sibling Carer
    Oct 13 2026

    Giovanna catches up with her friend Becky Cheetham this week to talk about Becky's experience as a sibling carer.


    Becky’s sister, Hannah, has cerebral palsy, and Becky opens up to Gi about the challenges and joys of growing up as part of a family shaped by disability. She reflects on feeling like ‘the glass child’ – the sibling whose needs can sometimes take a back seat – and the impact this has had on her life.


    Plus, Becky shares her thoughts on the future, navigating her role as a sibling carer and what it means for her relationship with Hannah as they get older.


    You can follow Hannah and Becky (Cheethams with Dreams) on Instagram and TikTok x

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    50 mins
  • Annabel Scholey on the Grief No-one Talks About After Divorce
    Oct 6 2026

    This week Giovanna sits down with the incredibly talented Annabel Scholey!


    You’ll know Annabel from Rivals and, of course (the Happy Mum team’s personal favourite) The Split. But behind the scenes, Annabel was navigating the end of her own marriage, alongside balancing her acting career and raising her daughter.


    Annabel opens up to Gi about the moment she knew her marriage was over, and talks about the grief that came with accepting she doesn’t have the ‘traditional’ family unit she once planned.


    You can catch Annabel in Winter on ITV now, and Rivals Part 2 arrives on 11 November.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • “I’m Done”: Rosie Nixon on Burnout, Motherhood and Walking Away From Her Dream Job
    Sep 29 2026

    What happens when you’ve spent so long holding everything together that you simply can’t anymore?


    This week, Giovanna sits down with former Editor-in-Chief of HELLO! Magazine Rosie Nixon to talk about the breakdown that became the catalyst for transforming her life.


    Rosie opens up about motherhood, the pressure to keep going and the guilt that can come with admitting you’re struggling.


    Rosie’s book, The PRO Method: Pause, Reflect & Organise, is available now!

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    55 mins
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G, the woman who just want to be friends with... real, honest and adorable.

FABULOUS 👌

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This podcast has been such good ‘company’ for me when I was lonely, nap trapped and suffering from PPA and PPD in my baby’s first year. Definitely recommend for any new mums to help you feel less alone.

Makes me feel understood!

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Loved this podcast. Gi is a wonderful interviewer. She listens with empathy and kindness, doesn't interrupt her guests, but gives them a safe space. Everyone needs someone like her in their life.

Someone who listens

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