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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 options, tests to consider, and what's available through the NHS versus private clinics. We'll also explore some of the biggest myths surrounding age and fertility, discuss donor egg options, and gain Dr. Jyoti's perspective on hope, timing, and making informed, empowered decisions on this deeply personal journey. Whether you're just starting to explore IVF or looking for clarity after setbacks, this episode, 'IVF Over 40', is here to inform, encourage and support you. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 takes us back to the beginning of her own dyslexic journey—and shares what inspired her to launch a global movement. We talk about the outdated education system, how to nurture dyslexic strengths from a young age, and why ADHD, dyscalculia, and other forms of neurodiversity so often go hand in hand. She also shares the common traits she's noticed in successful dyslexic thinkers and the one piece of advice she'd give her 7-year-old self. If you're a parent, teacher, or someone navigating neurodiversity yourself, this conversation is full of insight, warmth, and wisdom. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes This Is Dyslexia Xtraordinary People 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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   

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 shattering reality of being told their son wouldn't survive. Together, they reflect on the challenges of radiotherapy, the emotional toll of steroids, and how they clung to hope amidst devastating blows. This is a conversation about resilience, love, and raising awareness of DIPG—a fatal disease that's poorly understood, underfunded and under-researched. Join us as we honour Billy the Brave and the Thompsons' fight to make a difference as they launch Billy's Battalion and plan for their next fundraising event, Billy's Bash: A Family Funday. To donate to Billy's Battalion, part of Abbie's Army, please click here.  Follow Ellie & Jamie on Instagram and Facebook.  Show notes Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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  The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/  

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 things parenting. Visit mybaba.com  The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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, 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 other specific learning difficulties by providing expert, personal and life-changing support. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 @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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 child's development and the benefits of using role-play toys to implementing role-play to encourage children to enjoy mealtimes and overcome milestones. They discuss the importance of consistency, as well as common issues surrounding self-esteem and confidence among children. They talk through problems of mealtimes, fussy eaters, stalling at dinner time, and creating healthy eating habits. A must-listen! 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 practice. In addition to GPs, many GP practices have a range of other health professionals who can help you, including nurses, physiotherapists, clinical pharmacists, mental health practitioners, paramedics, social prescribers, and health and wellbeing coaches. Listen now to find out more.  Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 Foundations: The ultimate guide to pelvic floor health through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, perimenopause and menopause 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 how parents can effectively respond to negative thoughts and behaviours both in the moment and over time. Prepare to be enlightened as she imparts invaluable tips and strategies for nurturing our children's self-esteem, resilience, and overall happiness.   Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Website: raising-eq.com Instagram: @raising_eq The Invisible String, Patrice Karst  Grandad's Island, Benji Davies 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 numbers and policies to touch on the core values of safeguarding what matters most. Join us as we navigate the intricacies of life insurance, answering some burning and  often brutal questions while emphasising the power of preparation and protection for your family's journey ahead. Matt, also known as @themodernbroker on Instagram, has helped thousands of people take control of their home finances, and he's here with us to mark Life Insurance Awareness Month and answer all my questions on life insurance, mortgage rates and why it's so important to take out a will. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Meet Margo website: https://meetmargo.uk/ Instagram: @meet.margo and @themodernbroker Meet Margo is offering My Baba readers a FREE WILL if they reference ‘MYBABAFREEWILL.' Valid until October 31st, 2023. Click here to contact Meet Margo and find out more. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 how it can impact our kiddos' lives. Hold onto your hats because this conversation takes an unexpected turn into the realm of adulting as they tackle the epic battle against pesky nits. Who would've thought? Get ready for some serious nit-busting strategies and hilarious anecdotes. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Mama Still Got It! How to Make It Through the Calpol Years Without Losing Yourself 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 ADHD kids achieve their goals, and why it's so important to identify and focus on their strengths instead of their weaknesses. We're here to tell you that ADHD is a superpower, and Dr. Michal is on hand to share those all-important strategies to help us help our kids to harness its strengths. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Champion! Everything You Need to Be Your Greatest You 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 TheDadLab and Leonora, as they share ways to bring the joy of hands-on learning directly to your home. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 and @steph_dontbuyherflowers 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 anxious kids and parents and when and how we should start preparing our children for starting school. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Preorder Daisy Upton's book Starting School at Penguin, Amazon or Waterstones. Daisy's website: https://fiveminutemum.com Follow Daisy on Instagram: @fiveminutemum 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Happy Confident courses Stolen Focus, Johann Hari Lost Connections, Johann Hari 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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, when children start to show empathy and why it's so important to demonstrate empathetic behaviours to our kids. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Empathy Everywhere Follow Mimi on Instagram: @miminicklin Softening the Edge: Empathy: How humanity's oldest leadership trait is changing our world 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle_ohare/ Buy Gabrielle O'Hare's book on Amazon. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Founder of Olivanna and my Olivanna Janine Summers joins Ellie Thompson on the show to discuss the best skincare products for teens and tweens, sharing expert advice on teen acne, blackheads and other common skin complaints in children and young adults. Skincare advice for teens and tweens my Olivanna is a natural luxury skincare brand for teens and tweens set up by Janine to offer high-performance, ethical, super-fruit-infused products that work. Janine shares her expert advice on identifying skin types, advice on the different products our kids should be using, and what age to start. Janine shares useful tips and tricks on skincare, makeup and SPFs, and the list of ingredients to swerve when shopping for the best skincare products for teens and tweens.   Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes https://olivanna.com/ https://olivanna.com/collections/my-olivanna Use discount code MYBABA for a 10% discount off everything, excluding discounted sets until the end of July 2023. This code will work on both the Olivanna website and my Olivanna websites. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 work. I can't wait to get her back on the show! What a lovely way to start a Wednesday morning. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Show Notes: Freestyle Fritters - https://www.melissahemsley.com/freestyle-fritters If you are worried about having ADHD check out https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk The Felix Project https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk Noodle Recipe: https://www.instagram.com/p/CrKxnrUolTH/?igshid=ZjE2NGZiNDQ= Cauli or broccoli cashew noodles This is quick & packed with veg (cavolo nero/cauliflower/kale) & loads of ginger & garlic to liven up your week   I think of this as a fridge raid noodle dish as whether it's cauli, broccoli, cabbage or sprouts, it's all delicious Extra delicious with kimchi or sauerkraut plus pop a fried egg on top too if you like or some golden mushrooms too. Feeds 4 in 30 mins Ingredients: 1 medium cauliflower w leaves 800g 150g cavolo nero or kale 4 portions noodles, I like buckwheat For the dressing: Juice of 2 juicy limes or 1 big lemon 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp tamari 1.5 inches fresh ginger, finely grated Chilli flakes, to taste 2 garlic cloves, finely grated 2 tsp maple syrup or honey 2 tsp toasted sesame oil Sea salt & pepper to taste Serve with: Big handful cashews, toasted and roughly chopped kimchi/fried eggs/both Method: 1. Make the dressing by mixing all of the ingredients together in a small bowl or jar or blitz in a food processor if you like your sauces smoother 2. Cook your fave noodles to the packet instructions then drain & toss with a little oil to stop them sticking. 3. Meanwhile toast your cashews in a large frying pan & set aside. Then in same pan, heat 1 tbsp coconut oil or ghee & fry the chopped cauliflower florets plus the finely chopped leaves on a medium heat for about 5 minutes, stir every minute or so until just tender & going golden at the edges. Add some sea salt and a little splash of water

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 @mybabagram Show notes YouTube: At Home with the Buckleys Buy the book: At Home With The Buckleys: Scummy stories and misadventures from modern family life 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 Emma Svanberg Instagram: @mumologist Facebook @themumologist Facebook V is for Village  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 talked about business and her advice to budding entrepreneurs." - Leo Bamford.  Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes https://www.rachelriley.co.uk/ 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 about her own background and experience with ADHD, and explains why her new book, How NOT To Murder Your ADHD Kid is the new must-have manual for any parents of kids with ADHD.   Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes How NOT to Murder Your ADHD Kid 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

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 right way. As always, I had to touch on gut health, hormones, and what supplements our children should or could be taking. Don't forget to tune in to find out why zinc and iron are such important minerals for growing children.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

For Children's Mental Health Week, My Baba's editor Ellie Thompson welcomes Allison Henry from the emotional wellbeing app, Moshi. Allison is head of research and efficacy at Moshi and has over 20 years of experience in the education space. Allison joins Parental Control to discuss the benefits of mindfulness for kids, how it can positively impact their mental health and how Moshi's recent collaboration with tonies® is making mindfulness even more accessible for kids. If you're new to the wonderful world of mindfulness, this podcast episode is a great place to start. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Download the Moshi app Find Moshi at tonies®  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Editor of My Baba Ellie Thompson welcomes maternal health advocate and sexpert Clio Wood to the show to discuss the launch of her new book 'Get Your Mojo Back', which focusses on the topic of sex after birth. We talk about the impact of your new arrival, the role of hormones and body shape, and how all these things can make sex feel very different. Clio shares her expert advice on how to get back on track when it comes to sex, intimacy and pleasure after birth.  This podcast episode breaks the silence around the topic no one is talking about: how to have enjoyable sex after birth, with some sound and sensitive advice on how to get your sex life back on track.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website:

I could talk about gut health until the cows come home, so speaking to Rebecca was an absolute pleasure this morning. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the gut microbiome and agrees about the importance of the first thousand days. If you're looking for a probiotic for anyone in the family, this podcast is for you. We discuss everything surrounding the topic of gut health, from when to start taking a probiotic and how often, to the development of an infant's gut and allergies, including whether allergies can be grown out of. We touch on eczema, colic and reflux and round off with the importance of moderation when it comes to nutrition and processed food. My takeaway buzzwords from this podcast episode are 'diversity' and 'variety'. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Immune + good for adults hayfever: Probio7 Immune+ Good for travelling: Probio7 Boulardii Max Good for kids: Kidskalm Biotic Sachets, 1-12 years Good for babies: Bifikalm Multibiotic Relief Drops, 0-12 months 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Ellie Thompson welcomes top baby and child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed to the show to talk about toddlers and their eating habits. Charlotte troubleshoots a whole host of questions surrounding toddlers and mealtimes, sharing expert advice on how to make life around the dinner table a pleasant place to be. Charlotte is the author of the Sunday Times bestselling How to Wean Your Baby and has just launched her new book, How to Feed Your Toddler. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes How To Feed Your Toddler, Charlotte Stirling-Reed 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora Bamford welcomes nutritionist Gabriela Peacock to the show to discuss tween and teen nutrition. Leonora quizzes Gabriela about body image and how to handle those difficult conversations, the impact of hormones and diet on skin and useful supplements to boost nutrition and support hormonal changes.  Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes It's good for Teens to have protein before bed. Easy forms are: Cheese Turkey Low sugar yoghurt Nuts Good things to look out for teens: A good multi-vitamin Probiotics Fish oils (great for hormone balance) And think about zinc for boys Kombucha can be a good alternative to lemonade and great for their gut health Breakfast – eggs and yoghurt are a good option, or a nice nut milk with porridge. A protein shake is better than nothing Mid-afternoon snacks are important – remember the importance of protein again as this helps with mood swings and keeping blood sugar levels constant GP Nutrition – great for mums on the run https://gpnutrition.com/products/the-gold- solution?_pos=1&_sid=9394f8932&_ss=r/?variant=40502026207268 GP Nutrition Fish Oils https://gpnutrition.com/collections/omega-3/products/gold-essential- trio/?variant=32452677369892&selling_plan=595263524 Nutri Advanced – good brands to look at for teens and tweens https://www.nutriadvanced.co.uk Wild Nutrition https://www.wildnutrition.com VSL https://www.vsl3.co.uk Baba West for probiotics for younger kids https://www.babawest.co.uk Fruit Bears https://www.babawest.co.uk/products/fruit-bears RX – protein bars for the whole family https://www.rxbar.com/en_US/home.html https://www.luckyvitamin.com/m-6318-rxbar (UK supplier) Sun Warrior https://www.sunwarrior.co.uk/products/lean-meal-illumin8 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba's Editor Ellie Thompson welcomes Lisa Lohiser and Corinne Eggleston from the Fisher-Price Play Lab to the show to talk about the best developmental toys and the role they play in Early Childhood Development. They discuss their top picks for baby and toddler gifts this Christmas, and how to engage with your child to get the most out of every play session. When it comes to the best developmental toys for kids, they take a trip down memory lane to revisit the Fisher-Price toys from the '80s, exploring how and why toys have evolved over the decades and which iconic toys are still standing the test of time today. Lisa and Corinne unveil their new Play Programme in partnership with Family Action, why it's an important resource for new parents, and where listeners can access free support, tips, advice and information on play and its impact on childhood development. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Family Action collaboration with Fisher-Price 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

llie Thompson welcomes certified sleep consultant and children's mental health practitioner Sophie Wilkinson to Parental Control to discuss baby sleep issues, covering everything from breaking bad habits to tips on implementing a calmer bedtime routine.  Sophie has over a decade of experience working with thousands of families to help solve children's sleep difficulties, and on the show today, we focus on baby sleep and the many issues surrounding routine, with suggestions on how to solve baby sleep issues with simple and effective tips you can try at home. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Follow Sophie on Insta: @babysleepthenight_sophie Baby Central is offering My Baba followers a massive 25% off Dreamgenii using discount code PILLOWTALK25 at the checkout. Valid 22 Sept – 22 Oct. Discount is only available on the Dreamgenii, pregnancy, support & feeding pillow. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Ellie Thompson welcomes the UK's leading baby, toddler and child sleep expert, the wonderful Alison Scott-Wright aka The Magic Sleep Fairy to the show to talk about babies with reflux: how to spot it, what's causing it, and when to get help. Alison is the author of two bestselling books; The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan and its recent sequel; The Sensational Toddler Sleep Plan and is an expert on infant reflux. Alison's work in this area has been endorsed by some of the top paediatric gastroenterologists and has worked firsthand with so many parents of babies with reflux, and we welcome her to the podcast to share tips and advice on how to spot reflux, how best to treat it, and ways to cope. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan The Sensational Toddler Sleep Plan 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba's Editor Ellie Thompson and Editorial Assistant and Toy Expert Christina Walter take to the mic to share their top twenty toy predictions for Christmas 2022, together with a run-down of each toy, and why they think these products are worthy of a place on any little letters to Santa. For the full toy list and links to shop click here: Top 20 Toys Predictions Christmas 2022 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora Bamford welcomes musician and presenter Myleene Klass to the podcast to talk about her brand-new album, My Lullabies: Motown. "Today, I am very excited to be talking to Myleene Klass, who has been busy combining two of her passions as she unveils a brand-new album, My Lullabies: Motown. Having listened to the album recently with my kids, it contains a mixture of truly calming and angelic tracks which are perfect for winding down at night and creating a calm environment. I absolutely loved chatting to Myleene about the launch and hearing how it came about." Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Readily available on iTunes, Spotify and all other streaming services, My Lullabies: Motown will not only settle little ones into a magical slumber, but parents will like it too! It's a win-win at the touch of a button. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba's Editor Ellie Thompson welcomes midwife and influencer Illy Morrison to the show to discuss pregnancy woes and sleep. Getting a good night's sleep is an essential human function to enable our mind to recharge and for our body to stay healthy and fight illness, however, pregnancy insomnia can hit at any stage and can have a huge impact on day-to-day life. Pregnancy and sleep Particularly prevalent as the pregnancy progresses towards the third trimester, pregnancy aches and pains can greatly affect sleep, mood and overall mental health.  This no-holds-barred discussion delves into the pregnancy nitty-gritty and offers professional and practical advice on dealing with common pregnancy problems – even the ones you may be afraid to ask... This episode is sponsored by Dreamgenii. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Baby Central is offering My Baba followers a massive 25% off Dreamgenii using discount code PILLOWTALK25  at the checkout. Valid 22 Sept – 22 Oct. Discount is only available on the Dreamgenii, pregnancy, support & feeding pillow. Follow Illy Morrison on Instagram. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Founder of My Baba Leo Bamford welcomes Julia Martin, CEO of ISEB, The Independent Schools Examinations Board to the show to ask her questions on the ISEB Common Pre-Test. "Having been through the ISEB Common Pre-Test with one of my children, it is still a bit of a minefield, so I called on CEO Julia Martin to answer some pretty tough questions. I hope you find it interesting, please do check out all the show notes if you have a child going through the Pre-Test." Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Here is the GETTING STARTED VIDEO for guardians. This tells you how to create an applicant (child) account and gain access to the system. It's really useful and it's only five minutes. There is also a great series of articles online covering absolutely every question we've ever been asked or anticipated being asked! We have a whole support portal, which can be searched for any query at all! It's great (the video is on there too) and there are articles that cover everything. At last count, we had over 140 different support articles on there for parents and we're growing that all the time. If you're really struggling, you can submit a ticket on there. Lastly on our families hub we're posting up new resources, lessons and revision plans to support these new tests and also to be mindful that tests can be stressful for both parents and children. We are about to launch a range of articles that are specifically aimed at reducing exam stress and we've teamed up with a leading neuroscientist to do this. We're also going to provide schools and families with a range of ideas that can support responsible preparation for the test. If you're feeling confident and want to go straight to the guardian portal or just double-check that you registered in the right place: here is that link directly too! Just click on create and account, but watch that video first. It's intuitive and self-explanatory but, always good to see what you're doing! 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba's Editor Ellie Thompson welcomes Emma Armstrong aka The Naked Doula to the show to discuss the role of the doula throughout pregnancy and birth. Ellie quizzes Emma on a wide range of topics, including her top tips for labour and what to look for when choosing a doula. Emma shares her thoughts on reality TV show One Born Every Minute, the influence of social media on birth and the danger of the scroll. She talks about the importance of preparation, and how to make an informed choice about the birth you want to have. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Follow Emma on Insta @thenakeddoula.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Ellie Thompson welcomes influencer and creator of adulting honestly website Not So Smug Now Cat Sims to the show to talk about her brand new book, The First Time You Smiled, a baby record journal with attitude. Ellie quizzes Cat on the common misconceptions about having kids, and Cat opens up about her addiction to alcohol and her family's role in fuelling her desire to stay sober.  Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora welcomes Miriam Cooper from Mimi's Bowl to the show to discuss children's nutrition and her tips on cooking for the whole family.  "Miriam is my absolute go-to for family cooking and children's nutrition. I don't think there is one thing on her whole website that the children haven't loved and I think it is an absolute must for any parent. I'm just waiting for a book now! We talked about everything from apple cider vinegar and no-cook fruit purees to fussy eaters and delicious and nutritious snacks." Leo Bamford.    Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Show notes Le Creuset Stainless Steel Rectangular Roasting Tin This is an investment, but it's the best roasting tray I have tried. Perfect for roasts and tray bakes it makes one tray cooking easy this Summer  Daylesford Double Rectangular Bento Box This is the second summer I am using these adorable bento boxes for kids' snacks and lunches on the go. They are brilliant for picnics too, in my opinion, food always tastes better outdoors. So let's take advantage of the Summer months and spend more time eating al fresco. I always find it's a great way to bring some fun and adventure to meal times with my own kids.  Blafre Stainless Steel Drinking Flasks  I am not usually without them for both the kids and me. These are our go-to water bottles at home, they have lasted brilliantly and the stainless steel bottle keeps drinks cool.  You buy the bottle end separately and there are plenty of colours to choose from.  Sophie Conran's Cream Floret Tableware My current obsession is Sophie Conran's floret collection. The beautiful bowls come in different sizes and I have filled my kitchen with them: for lemons, tomatoes and onions. I love to have ingredients to hand to inspire my cooking.  David Mellor's Porcelain Children's Tableware  A recent buy, but I love this classic design from 1975 it's timeless. I have a drawer of kids' plates and bowls and these sets are really useful and well-loved.  Wean Green Storage Cubes The best storage containers I have tried, I especially like these mini cubes. They were fantastic when I was weaning my children, but I have used them ever since. For leftovers and odds and ends that you want to turn into snacks, they are brilliant. The containers themselves are glass, I bought mine on Amazon and they have just lasted brilliantly.  Papier's Recipe Books  It is always a good time to start a family cookbook, writing down all of your favourite recipes. I love the designs from Papier, their hardback notebooks are beautifully made. I am in process of cooking through all my mother's recipes, she sadly passed away in 2021. Cooking the recipes of my childhood helps me feel closer to her and process my grief. I hope to write them down for my children and pass on the story of our family through food.  Kitchen Aid Muffin Tray Found my muffin tray in stock and it is a simple one but I prefer the aluminised steel finish to others. This is brilliant for baking, but you can also turn it into a sharing tray for children and it will double up as the perfect snack tray! If You Care Unbleached Parchment Baking Roll I cook with these baking sheets almost every day and they save a mountain of washing up. For me, they are one of my kitchen must-haves.  Rukmini Iyer's brilliant Roasting Tin Series  Such a clever concept and beautifully written, with delicious combinations. Rukmini will give you plenty of inspiration for one tray family cooking of which I am a huge fan.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Recently, I was kindly invited to Meta HQ to meet with Instagram and talk about the need to take a break. I was joined by the brilliant Tara Hopkins, Head of Public Policy at Instagram, Nigel Clarke, Cbeebies presenter, and Zoe Baille, deputy CEO of The Mix. In this podcast episode, we discuss Instagram's new supervision tools and how we can make better use of our time. If you have any questions or comments, please do get in touch, info@mybaba.com. About the episode's guests Tara Hopkins: Tara is the Head of Public Policy, EMEA, at Instagram, overseeing government policy, legislation and regulation for the platform. She previously managed EU public affairs for the NSPCC. Nigel Clarke: Cbeebies presenter Nigel is father to two teenage children. He is also host of the Dadvengers blog and recently launched podcast, a community designed to support fatherhood. Zoe Bailie: Zoe is the deputy CEO/Chief Development Officer of The Mix, the UK's leading digital support charity for under 25s and Governor at a school in Hackney, London. She is passionate about co-producing services with young people and using digital as a force for good, especially to support young people's mental wellbeing.   Podcast Show Notes We're always thinking about how we can help keep Instagram a safe and positive experience for teens, which includes helping protect them from unwanted contact, and making sure they feel good about the time they spend on the app. We have a team of 40,000 dedicated to safety on Facebook and Instagram and work closely with expert partners including The Mix and Parentzone to develop our policies. Under 18s are automatically defaulted into a private account when they sign up, and adults can't message under 18s who don't follow them. We've also developed anti-bullying features like Hidden Words, which filters abusive comments and messages so you never have to see them, and comment warnings to encourage people to think twice before posting something that could be hurtful. We launched Take A Break, to empower people to make informed decisions about how they're spending their time. If someone has been scrolling for an extended period, they will be notified to take a break from Instagram and suggest that they set reminders to take more breaks in the future, as well as sharing expert-backed tips to help them reflect and reset. Early test results show that once teens set the reminders, more than 90% of them keep them on. And most recently, we launched our new parental supervision tools, giving parents and teens more control over their experience on our app. The tools allow parents to: Initiate supervision of their teen's account Set daily limits for how long their teen can spend on Instagram Schedule breaks for specific times See who their teen follows and who follows them See more information when their teen shares they've reported something Instagram's NEW Supervision Tools As well as focusing on removing harmful content and preventing negative experiences, Instagram also believe it's important to try and encourage positive ones and has developed several features designed to promote positivity: Comment warnings: Instagram uses AI to identify comments that could be hurtful, and encourage people to rethink before posting it. Research from the company found that in a given week, these warnings were shown about a million times per day on average. About 50% of the time after seeing these warnings, the comment was edited or deleted by the user. Pinned Comments: This feature allows you to choose a positive comment under your post and ‘pin it' so it stays at the top of your comment thread, setting the tone for others to follow. Hiding like counts: Everyone on Instagram now has the option to hide like counts on posts in their Feed, and on their own posts. This way people can focus on sharing what they love, rather than how many likes they get. Read more here. For those who do encounter negativity on social media, The Mix is the UK's leading digital charity for under 25s and can provide resources to both teens and parents alike on navigating trolls, cyberbullying and more. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Editor of My Baba Ellie Thompson welcomes clinical psychologist Dr Caroline Boyd to the show to talk about her new book, Mindful New Mum. Caroline talks specifically about coping during the fourth trimester and the messy reality of motherhood. We discuss everything from what to expect when you meet your baby, how to look after yourself postpartum, and what happens in those first few weeks after the birth of your child. Mindful New Mum is available at Amazon.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora caught up with Silvia and Michelle who are behind a brilliant project led by the University of St Andrews to help people understand the actual genetic basis of learning differences. They're bringing together parents, professionals and children with a SEN to find out as much information as they can to feed their research. Please do get in touch with them if this resonates with you. 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

My Baba's Editor Ellie Thompson welcomes bestselling author Milli Hill to the show to celebrate the launch of the revised edition of The Positive Birth Book and to discuss the realities of giving birth. Ellie quizzes Milli on the myths, legends and metaphors surrounding birth, as well as deep-diving into the nitty-gritty. They discuss why birth plans are absolutely worth bothering with, and how to manage the ideals and realities when it comes to birth. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes The Positive Birth Book is available at Amazon.co.uk.  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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Leonora had a super quick catch-up with the incredible professional skin therapist Jeanie Cordy Simpson. The main item on the agenda was tween and teen skincare. Leo was amazed to hear that when it comes to skin, children as young as 8-10 are considered teens in the skin world. We talked about when to start a proper skincare routine and how to do it. We discussed which products to invest in, the right SPF as well as every common skin complaint experienced in adolescence. We even talked about what to do when a monster spot erupts! This is a must school run listen. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes 22 Natural Skincare Brands For Tween Skin Jaya Beauty Spots & Stripes Dermologica Clean 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 our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/