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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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32:34

Coping With Christmas After Child Loss: A...

Parental Control ·

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...

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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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

Parental Control ·

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...

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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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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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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51:12

Fighting for Change—Brain Cancer Justice With Billy...

Parental Control ·

2025/09/09

On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Louise Fox, a mother who has turned unimaginable personal loss into a powerful force for change. Louise’s son George was a bright, animal-loving 12-year-old when he began having headaches that were repeatedly dismissed as harmless. Eleven months later, he died from an aggressive brain tumour. In the years since, Louise has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for Brain Tumour Research, supported the Tessa Jowell Foundation and co-founded the Angel Mums

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35:41

ADHD In Early Childhood: An Educational...

Parental Control ·

2025/08/19

ADHD in early childhood can be difficult to recognise, and many parents have questions about what’s typical behaviour and what might need further support. In this episode of the My Baba podcast, host Ellie Thompson speaks with Dr Sasha Hall, a Senior Educational Psychologist with over 19 years’ experience in the education system, about the early signs of ADHD in little ones, and the important role schools play in the diagnosis journey. About Dr Sasha Hall Dr Sasha Hall is a Senior Educational

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43:51

A Parent's Guide To Girls And Friendships

Parental Control ·

2025/07/07

Girls and friendships can be a challenging mix to navigate. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Holly Symons, a Clinical Psychologist, founder of Raising EQ®, and mother of two, to explore the challenges of friendships and how parents can best support their daughters Dr. Holly answers a wide range of questions and shares practical strategies to help children build meaningful, lasting connections. Whether your daughter is feeling left out, facing friendship conflicts, or simply struggling to fit in,

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39:00

IVF Over 40. What's Really Possible?

Parental Control ·

2025/06/18

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,

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20:33

Kate Griggs On Unlocking The Power Of Dyslexic Thinking

Parental Control ·

2025/04/16

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

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