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When it comes to caring for your baby, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach 👶💛

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:50:45 GMT

From navigating baby skincare and finding a routine that works to learning which advice to listen to (and which to leave behind!), real parents share the lessons they’ve learned along the way – and the little things that have become non-negotiable for their families.

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The Netmums Podcast | JB & Chloe Gill: The Truth About 17 Years Together and Family Life

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:24:27 GMT

For the Series 19 finale of The Netmums Podcast, we’re switching things up with a special video episode. After a series spent asking the questions, dad host JB Gill finds himself on the other side of the conversation as his wife Chloe joins him on the sofa in the studio – and Louise gets the chance to find out what JB is really like as a husband and dad behind closed doors.

Together for 17 years and married for 12, JB and Chloe open up about the reality of making family life work around busy and unpredictable careers. They talk honestly about communication, reconnecting after time apart and how they operate as a team – even if Chloe, as the family’s self-described 'CEO of the girls', carries much of the mental load at home.

The couple also share how they’re raising Ace, 11, and Chiara, 7, to stay grounded despite growing up around entertainment, travel and life in the public eye. From chores and personal responsibility to resisting the urge to fix every problem for their children, JB and Chloe explain why preparing them for adulthood matters more than making life easy.

And Chloe reveals whether the JB listeners know from the podcast is the same man she gets at home!

In this episode:

Chloe reveals what JB is really like at home

The reality of sharing the parenting load

How they keep Ace and Chiara grounded

The secret to 17 years together

His and her opinions on different parenting styles.

The difference between bring up boys and girls.

And because we couldn’t let JB escape that easily, the episode finishes with a very revealing Mr & Mrs-style challenge, as the couple put their 17 years together to the test, compare parenting habits and discover just how well they really know each other.

This episode completes Series 19 of The Netmums Podcast. We look forward to a brand new Series 20 in October with some fantastic parenting guests!

JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode.

The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts.

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This episode was produced by Further Films.

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THE NETMUMS PODCAST | Back to School: What We Wish We’d Known Before Our Kids Started

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:28:04 GMT

Is your child ready for September… and are you?

Whether they’re walking through the school gates for the very first time or making the huge leap to secondary school, a new school year can bring excitement, nerves – and a LOT of questions. We know it. In this special 'What I Wish I’d Known…' episode, The Netmums Podcast hosts JB Gill and Louise Burke share the things they’ve learned from their own experiences of getting children ready for those big school transitions.

From first-day nerves and helping them feel prepared, to knowing when to step in – and when to let them find their own feet – this is real-life parenting advice from two parents who’ve been there. Because sometimes it’s the parents who need a little reassurance about September too.

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THE NETMUMS PODCAST | How to Survive the Summer Holidays: Real-Life Tips for Parents

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:06:33 GMT

How do you survive six weeks of summer without spending a fortune – or losing your mind?

The summer holidays can come with a LOT of pressure. Keeping the kids entertained, finding affordable days out, juggling work and childcare – and wondering whether you should be making magical memories every single day.

In this special 'What I Wish I’d Known…' episode, The Netmums Podcast hosts JB Gill and Louise Burke share their real-life experiences of the long summer break – what’s worked for their families, what hasn’t, and the tricks they’ve picked up along the way.

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ELLIE TAYLOR: The Truth About Motherhood

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:48:10 GMT

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Forum Fridays: Co-parenting when you can't stand each other

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:05:55 GMT

'I’m doing everything… and he just sends a 👍.'

If co-parenting is leaving you feeling overwhelmed and resentful, you’re not alone.

In this Forum Fridays episode, divorce coach Fiona Kimbell offers some of the most honest advice we've ever had. She doesn't sugarcoat it – but she does offer a way through. She explains:

• Why his thumbs-up reply might not mean what you think.

• The real reason stepping back isn't failing your kids.

• And the one thing worth saying to your ex that actually opens a door instead of slamming one.

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Weaning tips every parent needs | Lucy Upton on weaning, gagging and fussy eating

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:09:32 GMT

‘Why won’t my baby eat?!’ – the weaning truth every parent needs to hear.

Starting weaning can feel exciting, overwhelming and… a little terrifying. From gagging fears to food refusal and fussy eating, parents are often left wondering if they’re doing it 'right.'

In this Netmums interview, children’s dietitian and feeding specialist Lucy Upton shares the expert advice every parent needs before starting solids – including the biggest myths around baby-led weaning, allergies and picky eaters.

Lucy explains:

• The real signs your baby is ready for weaning

• The difference between gagging and choking

• How much babies actually eat in the beginning

• Whether purees or baby-led weaning is best

• Why messy eating is GOOD for development

• How to introduce allergenic foods safely

• What parents should NEVER panic about

• Why toddlers suddenly become “fussy eaters”

Lucy also reveals why social media can make weaning anxiety worse – and why comparing your baby’s eating habits to others can pile on unnecessary pressure.

'One of the best things you can do is step back so your baby can step up,' Lucy says.

Whether you’re about to start weaning or deep in the messy middle of it, this conversation is packed with reassuring, evidence-based advice to help you feel more confident at mealtimes.

Watch the full interview now and discover why weaning is a skill babies learn – not something they instantly know how to do.

Netmums caught up with Lucy at @The Baby Show, Birmingham NEC. Netmums is the official podcast partner for 2026, and will be back at the next show at the Olympia, London, from Friday 23 – Sunday 25 October, 2026.

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Katie Piper: How to Raise Confident Children in an Appearance-Obsessed World | The Netmums Podcast

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:40:49 GMT

How do we help our children believe they're enough in a world that's constantly telling them they need to look different, be different or do more?

On this episode of The Netmums Podcast, hosts JB Gill and Louise Burke are joined by broadcaster, best-selling author, campaigner and mum-of-two Katie Piper for a powerful conversation about raising confident, resilient children in the age of social media, filters and impossible beauty standards.

Drawing on both her own extraordinary life experiences and her work with children's charity Smile Train, Katie shares why confidence isn't something we're born with, it's something we build.

She explains why she's determined not to pass her own fears on to her daughters, why she believes ‘the world is an amazing place full of kind people,’ and how parents can help children develop self-worth that goes far beyond appearance.

In this episode, we discuss:

Building confidence and resilience from childhood
Helping children navigate social media and appearance pressures
Raising girls with self-worth beyond looks
Why Katie encourages her daughters to discover who they are before focusing on relationships
Katie's work with Smile Train supporting children born with cleft lip and palate
How becoming a mum transformed her perspective on life
Practical parenting advice to help children feel confident, capable and comfortable in their own skin

Whether you're parenting toddlers, tweens or teenagers, this episode is full of thoughtful advice, honest reflections and practical takeaways to help your child grow up believing who they are matters far more than how they look.

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The Netmums Podcast, LIVE at The Baby Show, with Liz McClarnon-Cho

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:55:16 GMT

In this emotional live episode of The Netmums Podcast at The Baby Show, Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon-Cho opens up about becoming a first-time mum at 44 after eight rounds of IVF, two miscarriages and years of heartbreak.

Liz shares the reality of IVF, loss, pregnancy anxiety, newborn life and the overwhelming joy of finally welcoming baby Alexander with husband Peter Cho in November 2025.

From the moment Liz saw that positive pregnancy test to the fears of leaving the house with a newborn for the first time, this is a raw, honest and deeply relatable conversation about motherhood when the road to parenthood isn’t straightforward.

Topics covered:

IVF and fertility struggles

Miscarriage and pregnancy loss

Becoming a mum later in life

Pregnancy after IVF

Newborn anxiety and mum guilt

Relationships during fertility treatment

Life as a first-time mum at 44

Featuring:

🎙️ Liz McClarnon-Cho

🎙️ JB Gill

🎙️ Louise Burke

Netmums is the official podcast partner for The Baby Show 2026, and will be back at the next show at the Olympia, London, from Friday 23 – Sunday 25 October, 2026.

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Netmums

When it comes to caring for your baby, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach 👶💛

The Netmums Podcast | JB & Chloe Gill: The Truth About 17 Years Together and Family Life

THE NETMUMS PODCAST | Back to School: What We Wish We’d Known Before Our Kids Started

THE NETMUMS PODCAST | How to Survive the Summer Holidays: Real-Life Tips for Parents

ELLIE TAYLOR: The Truth About Motherhood

Forum Fridays: Co-parenting when you can't stand each other

Weaning tips every parent needs | Lucy Upton on weaning, gagging and fussy eating

Katie Piper: How to Raise Confident Children in an Appearance-Obsessed World | The Netmums Podcast

The Netmums Podcast, LIVE at The Baby Show, with Liz McClarnon-Cho

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