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Parental Control

Parental Control is a monthly parenting and lifestyle podcast created by My Baba and hosted by the website"s founder Leonora Bamford. The first episode came about when Leonora became increasingly frustrated at how challenging it is to keep her children safe online and wanted to find out what teenagers really think about being online and staying safe. Parental Control is about feeling in control as a parent or prospective parent and feeling confident tackling problems head-on. Each month, we"ll

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25:34

150 Game-Changing Mum Hacks With Casey Major-Bunce

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2025/03/04

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

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Billy The Brave: A Family's Fight Against DIPG

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2025/01/24

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

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Billy The Brave: A Family's Fight Against DIPG

Parental Control ·

2025/01/24

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

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28:05

How To Thrive In A World Of Endless Expectations With...

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2024/08/05

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20:56

Managing Emotions Through Puberty With Dr Maryhan Baker

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2024/07/02

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

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18:09

Managing Emotions In The Early Years With Dr Maryhan...

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2024/06/06

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

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38:01

Neurodiversity and Nutrition with expert Lucinda Miller

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2024/03/20

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

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31:29

What Is Perimenopause With Dr Lousie Newson

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2024/02/28

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,

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29:57

Understanding Dyslexia with Andy Cook CEO of Helen...

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2024/02/20

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

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22:59

Travel Trends in 2024 With Tom Barber From Original...

Parental Control ·

2024/01/18

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

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51:45

The Importance Of Role Play With Casdon And Experts...

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2023/11/07

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

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24:20

Dr Ellie Cannon Talks Winter Bugs, Covid, Chickenpox...

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2023/10/31

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

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20:45

All Things Pelvic Floor With Expert Clare Bourne

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2023/10/17

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

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51:44

Decoding Early Childhood Behaviour: Tantrums Or...

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2023/10/02

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

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40:40

Life Insurance Isn't Boring, It's Crucial. Here's...

Parental Control ·

2023/09/13

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

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44:32

Mama Still Got It! Chats Body Image, Nits And The...

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2023/09/04

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

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01:22:50

Parenting A Child With ADHD - Here's What You Need To...

Parental Control ·

2023/08/22

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

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30:26

Science Experiments To Do With The Kids This Holiday...

Parental Control ·

2023/08/15

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

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51:36

Girl Talk With Steph Douglas: Family, Career, And The...

Parental Control ·

2023/08/01

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

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39:13

Daisy Upton AKA Five Minute Mum On Starting School +...

Parental Control ·

2023/07/06

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

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