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No Parental Guidance

Hannah East & Louise Boyce

Welcome to No Parental Guidance, the unfiltered, laugh-out-loud podcast from Fabulous, that’s the antidote to the impossibly perfect world of Instagram parenting. Hosted by the brilliantly funny Louise Boyce and Hannah East, No Parental Guidance

is a safe space for real mums to talk openly and hilariously about the chaos, guilt, and of course joys of parenthood.

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Tuesday · 46 min
Jorgie Porter's Birthing Secrets | No One Should Judge Me
🎙️ JORGIE PORTER | "Good Cop/Bad Cop" Parenting, Postpartum Survival Guide & The Ultimate Mum Hair Hack! 💇‍♀️✨ Relatable parenting? ✅ Handy mum hacks? ✅ This week, we are joined by the absolutely fabulous actress, model, and mum of two, Jorgie Porter! 💕 Jorgie doesn’t hold back when it comes to being in the trenches of toddler life with her two, Forest and Peony and the ups and downs of navigating a blended family. We discover why her partner Ollie might just be too good at fatherhood 😅 plus, we get into births, postpartum survival modeand avoiding bear traps in the woods. And it that’s not enough of a draw, Jorgie delivers a quick-fix beauty secret you HAVE to see to believe! 🌟👶 This episode is proudly sponsored by Aldi’s Mamia range - here for you in the unpredictable, messy moments parenthood brings. Their award winning nappies, wipes, snacks and baby range brings you quality you can trust to see you through the Trenches 🍼✨ Chapters: 00:00 Highlights and Welcome Georgie Porter 01:08 Kid-Free Break and Parent Overwhelm 02:32 Toddler Parenting and Relationship Struggles 05:52 Blended Family Dynamics and Step-Parenting 09:44 Parenting Styles and Daily Routines 11:43 Date Nights and Relationship Spark 14:29 Elective C-Section Birth Story 19:00 Postpartum Recovery and C-Section Aftercare 23:23 Postnatal Body Image and Identity 26:33 Funny Parenting Fails and Advice 💬 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @noparentalguidancepod 📸 TikTok: @noparentalguidance 🎵 Jorgie Porter: @themissyporter ❤️ Hannah East: @hannaheastcomedy 🩷 Louise Boyce @mamastillgotit_ 💙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 15 · 50 min
Danae Mercer: Postpartum Bodies, Leaking Boobs & Lockdown Romance
From leaking boobs to lockdown love: Danae Mercer lays it all out on this week's episode! 🎧 Trigger warning - this episode contains discussions of miscarriage and eating disorders. If this is not for you, please head to our vast archive of shows for plenty more relatable parenting chaos! This week on No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise are joined by the absolute queen of reality vs. Instagram, Danae Mercer! 👑💕 Fresh off a kid-free flight in a pristine white outfit with hot coffee in hand ☕🤍, Danae opens up about the bittersweet realities of mom guilt, traveling while breastfeeding, and navigating postpartum body changes. From the logistical nightmare of pumping milk abroad to how she turned her own struggles with disordered eating into a global movement of body self-love, this conversation is as honest as it gets. Plus: The hilarious (and slightly gross) realities of mothering toddlers, handling "cockapoo" moments in front of Italian in-laws, lockdown speed-dating in Italy 🇮🇹and how we can better support young girls facing negative self-talk and online hate. 💬❤️ Grab a cup of tea (or a wine 🍷) and settle in for an episode full of belly laughs, total honesty, and a huge dose of body gratitude! Chapters: 00:00 Postpartum Body Image Podcast Highlights 01:14 Mum Guilt and Breastfeeding Realities 05:06 Postpartum Body Changes and Placenta Encapsulation 08:02 Normalising Cellulite and Instagram vs Reality 12:51 Eating Disorder Recovery and Pregnancy Gratitude 19:36 Work Life Balance and Bedtime Routines 21:33 Marriage Date Night and Family Dynamics 27:03 Hilarious Parenting Fails and Toddler Behaviour 36:28 Cyberbullying Social Media and Raising Girls 💖 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Aldi's Mamia range! 👶 Big-name quality without the big-name price tag. From award-winning nappies to wipes made for sensitive skin, check out the full range in-store today at Aldi. If you have been affected by any of the subjects we've spoken about on today's show, you're not alone. Please reach out to someone for support. We recommend: Tommys for support in navigating baby loss https://www.tommys.org/baby-loss-support BEAT for support with disordered eating https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ 📲 CONNECT WITH US & DANAE 💌 Danae’s Substack: 📸 Danae Mercer Instagram: @danaemercer 🎙️ No Parental Guidance Instagram: @noparentalguidancepodcast 💖 Hannah East Instagram: @hannaheast 💕 Louise Boyle Instagram: @louiseboyleofficial 💬 JOIN THE NPG COMMUNITY Got a hilarious parenting fail or a sticky conundrum you need solved? Drop us a comment below or DM us on Instagram! Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. 🔔✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 7 · 58 min
Georgia Harrison talks online responsibility & raising kids against the Manosphere
Summer’s done, the kids are back at school and we’re kicking off a brand new series of No Parental Guidance with a very special guest! 🎉 In a world exclusive, TV personality and campaigner Georgia Harrison MBE sits down with us to share the candid, funny, and deeply personal realities of becoming a new mum to baby Sahara. Plus we discuss the very real challenges our children face online, how to tackle the “Manosphere” and her campaign for legal accountability when it comes to sharing intimate images online. This episode is proudly sponsored by the Aldi Mamia baby and toddler range—supporting parents through the chaotic, messy, and imperfectly perfect stages of parenting. 👶❤️ In This Episode: 00:00 Georgia Harrison Interview Introduction01:15 First-Time Motherhood and Baby Sleep04:39 Breastfeeding Realities and Postpartum Anxiety06:17 Elective Caesarean Birth Story Explained13:32 Receiving MBE from Prince William15:13 Campaigning Against Intimate Image Abuse19:11 Online Child Safety and Deepfakes27:17 Tackling the Manosphere and Andrew Tate28:58 Viral Parenting Hacks and Body Confidence33:26 TOWIE, Love Island and Fame Journey 💖 Don't Forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe! Are you a new parent navigating the chaos, or do you have a sleeping miracle like Georgia? Let us know in the comments below!👇 Georgia Harrison: @georgialouiseharrison (Instagram) Louise Boyce: @mamastillgotit_ (Instagram) Hannah East: @hannaheastcomedy (Instagram) No Parental Guidance: @no_parental_guidance (Instagram) / @noparentalguidancepod (TikTok) #NoParentalGuidance #GeorgiaHarrison #ParentingPodcast #NewMum #MotherhoodUnfiltered #GeorgiasLaw #LoveIsland #ParentingJourney #CSection #BabySleepTips #AldiMamia #Mamia #AldiBaby #ImperfectlyPerfect #ParentingHacks --- **Why this happened:** The source platform exported the emojis as text shortcodes (like `:baby_bottle:`) instead of standard Unicode characters. Apps like YouTube, Instagram, and standard text fields don't always automatically convert shortcodes into visuals unless they have an built-in markdown converter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 24 · 35 min
Jordan Banjo, Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Professor Green Share Their Unfiltered Parenting Styles
Things are getting emotional (and a little bit weird!) in this week’s episode of No Parental Guidance - The Unseen Bits! 📦👶 The girls are reflecting on memories, unpacking postpartum keepsakes, and getting real about the chaotic journey of parenthood. From ...unconventional... keepsakes and baby tags 🏷️ to surviving intensive care and navigating hospital stay-cations, no detail is spared! Plus, they are joined by an incredible panel of celebrity guest parents! 🌟 Jordan Banjo drops by to talk parenting styles, setting boundaries, handling childhood tantrums, and why his kids think Uncle Mitch and Uncle Sam from Diversity are just regular babysitters! 🕺 Genevieve Tully shares her chill-yet-strict "go-to" parenting rules 📏, why following through on consequences actually works, and the art of counting to three. Professor Green opens up about censoring himself around his son 🚫🤬 and navigating the inevitable "swear word" conversations as he grows up. Sophie Ellis-Bextor brings her ultimate "Mum of 5" wisdom 👑! From handling baby-boy nappy changes 👶🚼 and surviving teenager milestones to feeding a massive family without running a restaurant 🍽️—she’s the calm parenting oracle we all need! Grab a cup of tea (or a glass of wine 🍷) and settle in for a hilariously honest dive into the total mess and magic of raising kids! ❤️👇 Chapters: 00:00 Parenting Styles and Childhood Keepsakes 02:31 Hospital Memories and Baby Keepsakes 05:04 Placenta Capsules and Umbilical Cord 06:47 Jordan Banjo on Strict Parenting 11:13 Nigerian Culture, Discipline, and Accountability 13:16 Dancing, Boxing, and Stagecoach Classes 17:02 Genevieve Talley on Enforcing Consequences 21:29 Professor Green on Parenting Advice 23:49 Sophie Ellis-Bextor on Newborn Advice 26:06 Teenagers, Family Dynamics, and Mealtimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 17 · 23 min
Blind Dates, Toxic Snogging & Other Celebrity Romance Stories
Love is in the air... or is that just stubble rash? 😬In this special 'Unseen Bits' episode, we’re looking back at all things romance! From match-making wins (and major fails) to septic snogging, dirty weekends away, awkward date nights, and accidental family TV moments—the hosts and guests are baring it all.Featuring hilarious chats with Joanna Page, Jordan Banjo, Professor Green, Nathan Henry and his mum Bev, and Jess Wright! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 10 · 26 min
"Our Toddler Drunk WHAT?!" | Parenting Holiday Fails
From ruined linen suits to concussed grooms and accidental gin-sipping toddlers—this week on No Parental Guidance, the summer holiday madness is fully taking over! And it’s full of parenting fails from you, our wonderful community as well as plenty of our own. Hannah and Louise sit down to navigate the chaos of parenting through the summer, including the perils of bubble machines, losing the dummy battle while camping, and what happens when your toddler orders an entire vegetable board at 10 PM. Got a hilarious parenting fail or summer survival story? Send us an email or drop a comment below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 3 · 25 min
Sharpie Eyebrows & Tracing Paper: Why Growing Up in the 2000s Was Hilarious
Here's a gift to everyone, some never seen before footage! Today, the girls are opening up about the absolute chaos of beauty standards, school-day skincare disasters, parenting exhaustion, and figuring out what on earth we should actually be putting on our faces as we age! We’re joined by an incredible lineup of guests—Genevieve Turley, Katie Piper, Professor Green, and beauty royalty Trinny Woodall—to spill all the tea with previously unseen tips, tricks and tales! ☕✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 27 · 24 min
Hilarious Parenting Fails: School Runs, Placenta Oil & The Tooth Fairy
Welcome back to No Parental Guidance with Louise Boyce and Hannah East! We are here to bring light relief to your summer hols with another hilarious, messy, and painfully relatable dive into the real world of parenting - straight from our inbox! We asked and you, our amazing community, delivered. From parenting white lies to mortifying school ground mix-ups, nothing is off-limits! In today's episode, Louise and Hannah tackle the everyday chaos of parenting life, including: • The Wiping White Lie: Toilet training tricks backfire when dinner is served. • World Book Day: A listener's rush order for a fantastic costume leads to classroom blushes. • The Homemade World Cup: We've all guessed wrong when it comes to our children's masterpieces - but what do you think this looks like? • School Laundry Disasters: Velcro: the quick fix hero designed to save our blushes - not cause them... • Digging for Gold: How far would you go to find a lost tooth? • Tooth Fairy Inflation: The panic-fueled decision from one strung out parent that almost caused a pick-up revolt. • Plus: Hannah brings a very unique keepsake into the studio to show Louise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 20 · 41 min
Savage Farts, Vasectomy Disasters & 1 Year of Parenting Chaos!
Welcome back to No Parental Guidance! We cannot believe it, but we have officially hit our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY! 🎂✨ To celebrate surviving 12 months of unfiltered parenting chat, we are looking back at our absolute favorite, most hilarious, and deeply moving highlights from the past year. From iconic celebrity confessions to the moments that left us crying in the studio, absolutely nothing is off-limits in this special "best bits" trip down memory lane. We’re diving back into Jordan Banjo's legendary (and highly awkward) vasectomy tape incident, Andrea McLean's "crisp" revenge fart, and Lucy Watson's legendary tea-and-toast event. Plus, we look back on the deeply emotional moments that bonded us forever, including Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Professor Green opening up about their raw pregnancy journeys. Whether you’ve been with us since day one or you’re just joining the chaos, thank you for being the best community we could ask for. Grab a cuppa (or a giant glass of wine), and let's celebrate a whole year of getting it hilariously wrong together! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to help our amazing community keep growing! 🕒 Timestamps 00:00 Favourite Podcast Highlights 01:46 Hilarious Parenting Fails 04:07 Jordan Banjo Vasectomy Story 08:04 Adam Kay IVF Journey 15:09 Love Actually Cast Secrets 17:43 Charlotte Dawson Baby Chaos 19:19 Celebrity Impressions Challenge 22:50 Emotional Miscarriage Stories 26:41 Amy Childs Motherhood Stories 30:35 Podcast Outro And Subscribe 🔗 Connect With Us & Our Guests Follow us on Instagram: @no_parental_guidance Follow Jordan Banjo on Instagram: @jordanbanjo Follow Adam Kay on Instagram: @amateuradam Follow Joanna Page on Instagram: @joannapageofficial Follow Charlotte Dawson on Instagram: @charlottedawsy Follow Sophie Ellis-Bextor on Instagram: @sophieellisbextor Follow Professor Green on Instagram: @professorgreen 💬 Community Question of the Week! We want to hear from YOU! What has been your absolute favorite moment, guest, or outright disaster from our first year of the podcast? Or better yet, what is your own ultimate "I need the ground to swallow me up" parenting fail? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 13 · 49 min
Professor Green Opens Up: “40 Years Of Being Me Nearly Killed Me"
Welcome back to No Parental Guidance! In today’s episode, we are joined by the brilliant British rapper and television personality, Professor Green (Stephen Manderson). Stephen joins us for an incredibly candid, raw, and hilarious chat about the realities of modern fatherhood. From the absolute chaos of clumsy tots and A&E trips to the deeply emotional realities of co-parenting, postpartum relationship strains, and navigating a late-in-life ADHD and Autism diagnosis—nothing is off-limits. Stephen also opens up about his own unconventional childhood, how he breaks generational cycles of trauma with his son Slimane, and treats us to a deeply moving, EXCLUSIVE live rap from his upcoming album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 6 · 46 min
Nathan Henry and his mum on Geordie Shore, tackling trolls & parenting in a social media world
We have a brilliant episode for you this week, and while Louise is away having a lovely time schmoozing with the celebs in Cannes, Hannah is holding down the fort for a very special, hilarious, and deeply moving Yorkshire reunion! In honour of Pride, we are joined by the iconic Geordie Shore star Nathan Henry and his incredible mum, Beverly, to share their beautiful family bond and offer real insight for parents navigating their own children's journeys. Nathan and Bev get honest about his experience coming out—from his early days filtering his true self on Geordie Shore to cope with a high-pressure environment, to the emotional moment he finally came out as gay on TV. Bev opens up about her fierce, protective motherly instinct when dealing with online trolls, and why her immediate, calm reaction to Nathan's news at home helped create the ultimate safe space for him. This episode is a must-watch for any parent looking to support their LGBTQ+ children. We dive deep into: · Creating a Safe Space at Home: Practical advice from Nathan and Bev on using inclusive, open-ended language with teenagers rather than making assumptions. · A Parent’s Role: Bev’s powerful stance on being your child's ultimate protector, no matter what they face in the outside world. · The Reality TV Baby Boom: How the Geordie Shore cast (Sophie, Holly, Marnie) stay tightly bonded through motherhood, fertility struggles, and massive WhatsApp group support networks. · Grandparent Privileges: Why Bev gave her own kids "tough love" but turns into a total soft touch who hands out £10 notes and treats to the grandkids. · Nathan’s Next Chapter: His dreams of retiring from reality TV to become a stay-at-home dad, exploring adoption and surrogacy with his partner. Plus, you won't want to miss Bev's unforgettable, chaotic 20-hour birth story involving a Virgin Mary statue and a doctor with hands the size of shovels! Whether you are a parent looking for guidance or just love a heartwarming mother-and-son dynamic, this episode is packed with love, laughter, and invaluable takeaways. Follow the Show & Guests: · Nathan Henry: @nathanhgshore · No Parental Guidance: @noparentalguidance · Hannah East: @hannaheastcomedy · Louise Boyce: @mamastillgotit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29 · 56 min
James Haskell on his ADHD diagnosis and how therapy saved him
This week on No Parental Guidance, we are joined by rugby legend, 77-cap England powerhouse, and DJ, James Haskell! 🏉🎶 James sits down with us for an incredibly open, honest, and hilariously high-tension chat. From his awkward first encounter with ex-wife Chloe's dad, to his time on Celebs Go Dating, James doesn't hold anything back. 🤫😂 He opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD at nine years old, how therapy completely changed his life and rugby career, and why he views his neurodivergence as a superpower. 🧠⚡ He also shares a beautifully mature look at his relationship with Chloe, how they navigate a "classy" 50/50 split co-parenting their daughter Bodie, and what it’s really like when a giant rugby player is left in charge of a toddler's first swimming lesson. 🏊‍♂️👧 Plus, we swap our own parenting fails of the week—including one toddler's sweet toothed sugar heist and an emergency 1980s wig/Hulk hand bedtime situation. 🤦‍♀️🤣 Hit that SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode! 🚨👇 🍏 Partnered with Tesco: Thank a Teacher! 🍏 We are so proud to partner with Tesco for this episode to support the incredible National Thank a Teacher Day initiative! Teachers, coaches, and school support staff do so much to shape who we are (James even shouts out the coaches who helped build him into the player he became!). Now it’s your turn to give back. By visiting the website below by 1st July and thanking a teacher or staff member who went above and beyond for you or your kids, your school will be entered for a chance to win an amazing £1,000 Tesco fresh fruit and veg grant! 🥦🍎 It's fantastic for kids' nutrition and concentration. 👉 Get your thank yous in now at: thankateacher.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 22 · 39 min
Fatima Whitbread: After 3 Miscarriages and No Period, IVF Made Me a Mum
The powerhouse that is Fatima Whitbread MBE joins us on the sofa this week! From being abandoned as a baby and surviving the care system, to conquering the world as an Olympic javelin thrower, Fatima’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. She opens up about how her javelin teacher (and later adoptive mum) Margaret changed her life, her grueling 3-round IVF journey to motherhood, what it’s really like competing on 'I'm A Celeb' (yes, she brought the infamous nose-cockroach) and why tough love and boundaries are the ultimate parenting superpowers. Plus, we’re talking about the new social media ban for under-16s, a very relatable (and messy!) potty training fail, and why prioritizing your own fitness as a mum is essential for your mental health. THANK A TEACHER WITH TESCO! Fatima’s incredible story started because a teacher went above and beyond. Do you have a teacher you want to thank? We’ve partnered with Tesco to support National Thank a Teacher Day! Nominate an amazing teacher today and your school could win an exclusive Tesco Fruit and Veg Grant worth £1,000 for fresh, healthy snacks! Get your entries in before the 1st of July at: https://thankateacher.co.uk/ SUPPORT FATIMA’S CAMPAIGN To find out more about Fatima's incredible work with young people in care and how you can support, visit http://fatimascampaign.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 15 · 59 min
Ronni Ancona: "Overwhelming" Motherhood, Surviving 2000s Comedy & Late ADHD Diagnosis
BAFTA-winning comedy icon and EastEnders star Ronni Ancona joins us on the sofa for an absolute rollercoaster of an episode! Fresh off a wild, tooth-losing "school mothers' night out" (and nursing a severe liver hangover), Ronni strips back the famous masks to give us the raw, chaotic truth about her life. From the relentless exhaustion of raising children who didn't sleep for 12 years to her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, Ronni opens up about the crippling pressure of people-pleasing, masking, and feeling like she was "failing at everything" while navigating the peak of UK fame. We take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to look at the casual sexism of 2000s television, what it was really like making a massive hit comedy show with her ex Alistair McGowan, and the hilarious moment Posh and Becks invited them to a party... just to have them coat-check the guests. Plus, Ronni shares incredible, heartwarming stories from her pre-fame days as a teacher at a tough all-boys school, her current brilliant stint as Bea Pollard on Albert Square, and why she's a self-proclaimed, "over-loving" mother. 🍎 THANK A TEACHER WITH TESCO! 🍏 This episode is proudly sponsored by Tesco, who are supporting the National Thank a Teacher Day campaign! We all know how vital teachers are for providing security, guidance, and changing children's lives. Every teacher recommended will be entered into an exclusive draw to win up to £1,000 worth of fresh fruit and veg for their school! You have until the 17th of June to say a huge thank you to an amazing teacher who inspired you and up to the 1st July to get your grant applications in. 👉 Say your thank you now at: https://thankateacher.co.uk 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @NoParentalGuidancePodcast TikTok: @NoParentalGuidance If you loved this trip down memory lane and Ronni's incredible honesty, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment below with your favorite Ronni Ancona impression! #RonniAncona #ADHD #EastEnders #ParentingChaos #PoshAndBecks #ThankATeacher #NoParentalGuidance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 8 · 46 min
"I’m really excited. I’m so happy." - Kelsey Parker Shares Her New Pregnancy Joy
Joining us on the sofa today is a true force of nature. Actress, dancer, podcaster, and brilliant entrepreneur Kelsey Parker sits down with Louise and Hannah for one of her most raw, unfiltered, and deeply moving conversations yet. From navigating the devastating loss of her husband, Tom Parker (The Wanted), in 2022, to tragically losing her baby son, Phoenix, last summer, Kelsey has faced a lifetime of unimaginable heartache before even hitting her mid-thirties. Yet, she remains a absolute beacon of hope, resilience, and infectious energy. In this episode, Kelsey opens up about the bittersweet joy of being pregnant again with her partner Will, the horrific reality of being trolled online while grieving her son, and why she refuses to let toxic internet culture dictate her timeline for happiness. She also shares the beautiful, undeniable spiritual signs Tom sends the family from beyond, and the hilarious, chaotic delivery room memories that keep his spirit alive in their household every single day. ✨ IF THIS EPISODE RESONATED WITH YOU, PLEASE LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE! It helps our community grow more than you know. ✨ 🍏 THANK YOUR HERO TEACHER & WIN A £1,000 TESCO GRANT! 🍏 We are so incredibly proud to be partnering with Tesco to support the National Thank a Teacher Day campaign! We are celebrating the phenomenal teachers and school support staff who go above and beyond for our kids every single day. HERE IS THE GOOD BIT: By taking just two minutes to send a free thank-you e-card to a teacher or staff member who has been a lifeline for your family, your school will be entered into a draw to win one of 100 £1,000 Tesco Fruit & Veg grants to help boost children's nutrition and concentration! 👉 SEND YOUR FREE E-CARD HERE: https://thankateacher.co.uk 🚨 CLOSING DATE: You must submit your thank you by 1st July, 2026 to enter your school. Do it now before you forget! RESOURCES IF NEEDED Sands (Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Charity) Sands is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to supporting anyone affected by the death of a baby. They offer a safe, completely non-judgmental space whether the loss happened recently or many years ago. Website: sands.org.uk Tommy’s Tommy's is a major pregnancy charity that funds ground-breaking research into miscarriage, stillbirth, and premature birth, while providing expert-led emotional support. Website: tommys.org Saying Goodbye (The Mariposa Trust) Saying Goodbye provides comprehensive support and advice to anyone who has suffered the loss of a baby at any stage of pregnancy, at birth, or in infancy. Website: sayinggoodbye.org The Miscarriage Association If you are dealing with pregnancy loss in the earlier stages, this organization is dedicated to ensuring you don't have to go through it alone. Website: miscarriageassociation.org.uk 🤍 A gentle reminder: If you are in immediate distress or need urgent mental health support, please reach out to your local NHS services, call 111, or contact the Samaritans on 116 123 at any time of day or night. You do not have to carry this alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 1 · 1 hr 3 min
Andrea McLean On Making The Same Marriage Mistakes Twice “Red Flags Are Not Bunting"
What happens when the cameras stop rolling and the real work of survival begins? In today’s episode of No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the incredibly honest, brilliant, and unfiltered Andrea McLean. For over two decades, Andrea was a staple in our living rooms—from the GMTV sofa to anchoring Loose Women, interviewing icons like Oprah Winfrey and Beyoncé. But behind the polished TV career, Andrea was navigating a series of brutal, silent battles off-camera. In this deeply raw and revealing conversation, Andrea opens up about the reality of parenting through two horrific public divorces, navigating toxic relationships, and facing the isolating "school gate side-eye" when the headlines hit. She also busts the taboos around midlife health, sharing the terrifying reality of being forced into surgical menopause after a full hysterectomy at 46, why it made intimacy incredibly painful, and how it impacts a marriage. Plus, she shares the shocking reality of her secret 2019 mental health breakdown, surviving PTSD, and the recent financial ruin that saw her selling furniture just to buy groceries. This is a story about motherhood, mistakes, resilience, and ultimate survival. You do not want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25 · 56 min
Laura Anderson’s Love Island Reality - “I felt very physically undesirable”
This week on No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise are joined by the unfiltered and brilliant Laura Anderson (Love Island). Laura opens up like never before about the devastating emotional toll of navigating a highly public breakup with Gary Lucy while pregnant, why she turned to therapy to survive the tabloid press, and the raw truth about their ongoing co-parenting dynamic. Plus, Laura drops an absolute bombshell: she shares the exact, emotional video of the moment her daughter Bonnie Rose was born! From hypnobirthing dreams to an emergency epidural and postpartum hemorrhaging, this is an unfiltered look at motherhood you won't see anywhere else. The girls also dive into the "cheating epidemic," why men bring unhealed trauma into relationships, and Laura’s fresh heartbreak following her recent split from footballer Clark Robertson. But first, Hannah and Louise kick off the episode with their weekly parenting therapy, featuring a nightmare school run involving brand-new Clarks school shoes and a family holiday ferry trip that went wrong five times over a lost set of car keys! 🚗⚓ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18 · 1 hr 9 min
"I Whispered I Hate You So The Kids Wouldn't Wake Up" Joanna Page On Marriage & Motherhood | No Parental Guidance
The legendary Joanna Page (Stacey Shipman herself!) joins us in the studio for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply relatable chat about everything from the Gavin & Stacey finale to those iconic (and awkward!) scenes in Love Actually. Joanna opens up about the "horrific" emotions of filming the final moments of Gavin & Stacey, the reality of being "fondled" by Martin Freeman on a film set, and the hilarious parenting "fails" that involve accidental confrontations in holiday toilets! We dive deep into the mental load of motherhood, body image after four kids, and navigating the perimenopause. Whether you’re a fan of Welsh icons, a parent in the thick of it, or just here for the behind-the-scenes Hollywood tea, this episode is for you! Are you the "admin parent" in the WhatsApp groups? Have you ever had a holiday "mamma bear" moment that went totally wrong? Let us know in the comments below! We read every single one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11 · 52 min
Amy Childs On Getting A Boob Job At 17, Her Dad Calling Her A Freak & Why She Regrets Her Cosmetic Surgery
This week we're joined by the legendary Amy Childs. TOWIE original, mum of four, newlywed, and one of the most refreshingly honest guests we've ever had in the room. And yes… this episode absolutely goes there. From emergency C-sections and prolapsed cords to potty training disasters, £400 Amazon sprees, and why she genuinely cannot be bothered after a long day, Amy holds nothing back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4 · 33 min
Hannah and Louise can’t stop laughing at THIS! | No Parental Guidance
Can you make it through these stories without laughing? Because we certainly couldn’t. In this episode of No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise take on the "Last One Laughing" Challenge. Inspired by the hit show, they go head-to-head to see who can keep a straight face while sharing the most "educational" (and by educational, we mean absolutely traumatizing) parenting moments. Things take a turn very quickly as we dive into your NPG Community Fails. We’re talking about everything from accidental public broadcasts about butt plugs to the now-legendary "Bat’s Nose" observation that has changed how we look at anatomy forever. In this episode: The LOL Challenge: Hannah and Louise try to keep it together while discussing "poo hands" and swimming pool disasters. The Bluetooth Betrayal: Why you should always check your car settings before listening to us at the beach. The "Bat's Nose": A 4-year-old’s brutal honesty that sent us straight to Google Images (and we regret it). Toast Trauma & Sheep Milk: The wedding day mishap you have to hear to believe. Are you a "Bat Enthusiast" or just a parent hanging by a thread? Let us know your biggest fail in the comments! Love the show? Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! :bell: New episodes every Monday and Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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