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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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59:15

Leading Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE Talks To...

Parental Control ·

2026/01/06

Leading UK psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE joins Ellie Thompson to talk about child loss and the lifelong impact of grief. Julia is one of the most trusted voices in the UK on bereavement, trauma and healing, and has spent decades supporting families through the unimaginable. Her work has shaped how we understand grief, not as something to "get over", but as something we learn to live alongside. As many listeners will know, Ellie lost her son Billy, aka Billy the Brave, to DIPG, and grief has since

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38:14

Your Strong Era Starts Now: Ryan Shanahan On Simple...

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2025/12/17

Ellie welcomes world-renowned fitness trainer Ryan Shanahan, best known globally as The Kettlebell King. With over 35 years of experience coaching everyone from elite athletes to absolute beginners, Ryan is famous for making fitness fun, fast and completely achievable. Ellie has trained with Ryan online since 2010, so she knows firsthand how his unique approach transforms not only bodies, but mindsets. In this episode, Ryan shares the philosophy behind his hugely popular training method, his early

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38:14

Your Strong Era Starts Now: Ryan Shanahan On Simple...

Parental Control ·

2025/12/17

Ellie welcomes world-renowned fitness trainer Ryan Shanahan, best known globally as The Kettlebell King. With over 35 years of experience coaching everyone from elite athletes to absolute beginners, Ryan is famous for making fitness fun, fast and completely achievable. Ellie has trained with Ryan online since 2010, so she knows firsthand how his unique approach transforms not only bodies, but mindsets. In this episode, Ryan shares the philosophy behind his hugely popular training method, his early

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36:38

Skincare That Actually Works + Should You Pluck,...

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2025/12/11

Welcome to Part 2 with Valerie Millington. In this episode, we dive deeper into safety within the aesthetics industry, what a truly effective at-home skincare routine should look like, and the real science behind hair and hair removal — including the big question: should you pluck, shave or laser? Ellie has known Val for years and, like so many of her loyal clients, trusts her implicitly. Val is known for her honesty, integrity and her unwavering commitment to natural, healthy skin. Her approach is

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36:38

Skincare That Actually Works + Should You Pluck,...

Parental Control ·

2025/12/11

Welcome to Part 2 with Valerie Millington. In this episode, we dive deeper into safety within the aesthetics industry, what a truly effective at-home skincare routine should look like, and the real science behind hair and hair removal — including the big question: should you pluck, shave or laser? Ellie has known Val for years and, like so many of her loyal clients, trusts her implicitly. Val is known for her honesty, integrity and her unwavering commitment to natural, healthy skin. Her approach is

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43:43

The Truth About Skin Treatments: Botox, Fillers, Fat...

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2025/12/08

Ellie Thompson sits down with a dear friend and go-to skin expert, Valerie Millington this week to discuss everything from fillers, botox, fat dissolvers, laser hair removal and more. Ellie has known Val for years, and like so many of her loyal clients, she trusts her completely. Val is known for her honesty, her integrity, and her deep commitment to natural, healthy skin. Val focuses on education, skin health, and treatments that truly support the skin rather than mask it. In this episode, Val and

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32:34

Coping With Christmas After Child Loss: A...

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2025/11/28

Today's episode is one that sits incredibly close to Ellie's heart, as she discusses coping with Christmas after child loss. As many listeners will know, Ellie lost her beautiful boy Billy to DIPG, and this is her second Christmas without him. The festive season can bring a complex mix of emotions for bereaved parents, the memories, the empty space, and the pressure to appear "festive" when the heart is somewhere else entirely. In this episode, Ellie is joined by Bereavement Support Service Lead

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52:25

Sexpert Samantha Marshall Talks Self-Pleasure, Sexual...

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2025/11/18

One of the most-searched questions in sexual wellness today is "Why are vibrators healthy?" — and few people are better positioned to answer it than Samantha Marshall, Head of Brand at Smile Makers Collection. As a leader in the global intimate-wellness space, Sam has spent the past five years helping redefine pleasure as an important part of self-care. Under her leadership, Smile Makers' colourful, wellness-driven vibrators and tools have entered mainstream retailers like Sephora, Ulta, and

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52:25

Sexpert Samantha Marshall Talks Self-Pleasure, Sexual...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/18

One of the most-searched questions in sexual wellness today is "Why are vibrators healthy?" — and few people are better positioned to answer it than Samantha Marshall, Head of Brand at Smile Makers Collection. As a leader in the global intimate-wellness space, Sam has spent the past five years helping redefine pleasure as an important part of self-care. Under her leadership, Smile Makers' colourful, wellness-driven vibrators and tools have entered mainstream retailers like Sephora, Ulta, and

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46:33

Baby Blues Or Something More? Laura Guckian Explains All

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2025/11/11

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson is joined by Laura Guckian, motherhood coach, award-winning host of Momfessions, and ambassador for perinatal mental health charity Mothers for Mothers. Combining lived experience with expert insight, Laura has supported thousands of women to navigate the realities of motherhood with more confidence, compassion, and care. In this conversation, we discuss the moments that matter most in early parenthood, from recognising when your mental health needs support

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

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2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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46:12

Cosmic Kids' Jaime Amor On Yoga For Kids & Behind The...

Parental Control ·

2025/11/04

This week on the podcast, Ellie Thompson catches up with the brilliant Jaime Amor, the creative force behind Cosmic Kids Yoga, and now star of her brand-new Sky Kids Original series, Jaime's Yoga Adventures. If you've ever done a downward dog with your little ones, you'll already know Jaime — her YouTube channel has inspired millions of children to move, stretch, and breathe through storytelling. And now, she's bringing that same magic to television, blending adventure, mindfulness, and movement in

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24:21

The Secret To Gut Health At Any Age – With Dr Megan...

Parental Control ·

2025/10/28

This week on the podcast, Leonora Bamford catches up with the incredible Dr Megan Rossi, aka The Gut Health Doctor. Dr Rossi isn't just a Sunday Times bestselling author – she also holds a PhD in Probiotics and is one of the UK's leading experts on gut health. In this episode, we talk about how to improve gut health at any age, with everyday, family-friendly tips you can actually use. From understanding how your gut affects mood, energy, and immunity to clever ways to introduce kids to gut-friendly

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54:09

Fran Amber On Manifesting Abundance, Motherhood, And...

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2025/10/14

Ellie Thompson is joined by the amazing Fran Amber, the viral manifesting mum behind the chart-topping Law of Attraction Changed My Life podcast. Fran joins the show to talk about her new book, Manifest Like A Mother (out 4 September). After losing her businesses and becoming a single mum, Fran used manifesting to rebuild her life into a thriving brand, near-sold-out tour, and millions of downloads—and she’s sharing exactly how. In this episode, we dig into: chore therapy (turning chores into

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Fran Amber On Manifesting Abundance, Motherhood, And...

Parental Control ·

2025/10/14

Ellie Thompson is joined by the amazing Fran Amber, the viral manifesting mum behind the chart-topping Law of Attraction Changed My Life podcast. Fran joins the show to talk about her new book, Manifest Like A Mother (out 4 September). After losing her businesses and becoming a single mum, Fran used manifesting to rebuild her life into a thriving brand, near-sold-out tour, and millions of downloads—and she’s sharing exactly how. In this episode, we dig into: chore therapy (turning chores into

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39:50

Why Is My Baby Not Sleeping? The Baby Sleep GP...

Parental Control ·

2025/09/23

Host Ellie Thompson welcomes GP and certified paediatric sleep consultant Francesca Brewer, founder of The Baby Sleep GP, to answer a question every parent asks: why is my baby not sleeping? Drawing on 15+ years of medical experience, Francesca shares safe sleep guidelines, how to manage baby sleep during illness and after vaccinations, and the medical causes of poor sleep in infants and toddlers. The conversation also explores the impact of sleep deprivation on the mental health of children and

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