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Milk and Mummies Podcast
Hosted by Raychel Addo · EN
A podcast for modern mums navigating the highs and lows of motherhood while juggling careers, relationships, and self-care. This show offers real, unfiltered conversations about parenting, working mum struggles, mental health, and everything in between.
Motherhood is beautiful, messy, and full of unexpected challenges. Whether you’re breastfeeding at 2 AM, tackling the school run, or trying to reclaim a little “me time,” Milk and Mummies is here to remind you—you’re not alone.
Each episode features honest stories, expert insights, and relatable chats that will make you laugh, cry, & feel seen.
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Motherhood, Acting & Ambition with Mother Act | Milk and Mummies
6d ago00:59:02Tap to summarizeCan women really have it all? This week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel sits down with actors and Mother Act co-founders Phoebe Sparrow and Allegra Marland to explore what happens when motherhood meets a career built on uncertainty. From navigating auditions with childcare to redefining success after becoming parents, Phoebe and Allegra share the honest realities of balancing family life with creative ambition. Together they discuss identity, rejection, resilience, why they founded Mother Act, and the changes they hope to see across the entertainment industry for working mothers. Whether you’re an actor, freelancer, entrepreneur or simply trying to hold onto your own ambitions whilst raising children, this episode is a reminder that motherhood doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams—it simply changes the journey. In this episode we discuss: Becoming mothers whilst pursuing acting careers Ambition after children Identity and self beyond motherhood Auditions, childcare and creative work The inspiration behind Mother Act Supporting working mothers in the arts Advice for creative parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Hypnobirthing, Doulas & Birth Preparation | Carina Gillespie
2w ago01:03:07Tap to summarizeCan hypnobirthing really make a difference during labour? What does a doula actually do? And how can expectant parents prepare for birth with confidence instead of fear? This week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo is joined by hypnobirthing teacher, birth and postpartum doula Carina Gillespie from Radiance Birthing. Together they explore hypnobirthing, birth preparation, labour, birth trauma, partner support, postpartum recovery and the realities of modern motherhood. Whether you’re expecting your first baby or adding to your family, this episode offers practical advice, evidence-based insights and reassuring conversation to help you approach birth feeling informed and empowered. Topics include: Hypnobirthing and Doulas Labour preparation Birth mindset and Birth trauma Hospital births vs. Home births Pregnancy advice Partner support Postpartum care Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Success, Motherhood & Building a Life You Love with Ronke Lawal
3w ago01:08:01Tap to summarizeSuccess and motherhood don’t have to exist on opposite sides of the scale. This week, Raychel sits down with award-winning PR and communications entrepreneur, speaker and personal branding coach Ronke Lawal to explore what it really means to build a fulfilling career whilst raising a family. Together they discuss ambition, identity, confidence, visibility, burnout, leadership and the realities of balancing motherhood with personal and professional growth. An honest, thoughtful conversation for every woman who’s ever wondered whether she can build the life she dreams of without losing herself along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Parenting Older Children, Identity & Rediscovering Yourself | Eliza Williams | Milk and Mummies
4w ago00:52:12Tap to summarizeMotherhood evolves—and so do we. When actor, singer and writer Eliza Williams first joined Milk & Mummies, we spoke about the realities of balancing motherhood and a creative career while raising young children. This time, we’re revisiting the conversation from a completely different chapter. Eliza reflects on what motherhood looks like when your children become more independent. We explore the unexpected emotions of being needed differently, rediscovering your identity beyond constant caregiving, embracing ambition in midlife, and finding space to reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re navigating the newborn stage, the school years or watching your children grow into adults, this episode is a reminder that motherhood is never static—it continues to evolve, and so do the women living it. In this episode, we discuss: Raising older children and teenagers Rediscovering yourself after years of motherhood Identity beyond being “mum” Career, creativity and ambition in a new season of life Self-care when you finally have time for yourself The changing relationship between mothers and their children Advice for mums at every stage of motherhood If this conversation resonated with you, we’d love for you to follow the podcast, leave a review and share this episode with another mum who might need to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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What Every Mum Should Know with Midwife Alicia Burnett
Jul 100:56:21Tap to summarizeThis week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel is joined by registered midwife, mother, author and founder of Black Baby Loss Awareness Week, Alicia Burnett. Alicia shares her experiences of motherhood, midwifery, advocacy and supporting Black families through pregnancy, birth and baby loss. Together, they discuss Black maternal health, culturally sensitive care, grief, motherhood, raising children, and what every woman deserves to know when navigating pregnancy and birth. This is an honest and powerful conversation about care, community and creating change. Follow Alicia on Instagram : @midwife_alicia or @blackbabylossawareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →The Missing Part of Sex Education
Jun 2400:02:16Tap to summarizeWe spend years learning about contraception, STIs and how to avoid pregnancy — but how much do we actually learn about fertility? In this clip from Milk & Mummies, fertility specialist Dr Nagla Elfaki discusses one of the biggest gaps in sex education and why so many women feel unprepared when they begin thinking about having children. 🎧 From the full conversation on fertility, motherhood and women’s health. 🎙️ Dr Nagla on Milk & Mummies #fertility #womenshealth #ttc #motherhood #fertilityawareness #milkandmummies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Tahirah Sharif on Motherhood, Ambition & Identity
Jun 1101:14:03Tap to summarizeActress Tahirah Sharif joins Milk & Mummies for an honest conversation about motherhood, ambition, identity and balancing a successful career with raising children. Known for her work in The Haunting of Bly Manor , The Tower and so much more , Tahirah shares how becoming a mother has changed her perspective on success, work, confidence and self-worth. Together we explore the realities of modern motherhood, the pressure many women feel to “do it all”, and what it means to pursue your dreams while raising a family. In this episode we discuss: Motherhood and identity Ambition after children Returning to work Mum guilt Career progression Raising children while building a life you love Advice for ambitious mums If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to be both a present parent and an ambitious woman, this episode is for you. 📲 Follow Milk & Mummies on Instagram: @milkandmummiespodcast 📲 Follow Tahirah on Instagram: @tahirah_sharif Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Why Nobody Told Us This About Fertility
Jun 600:02:32Tap to summarizeWe spend years learning how NOT to get pregnant. But what happens when you’re finally ready to have a baby? In this clip from Milk & Mummies, fertility and reproductive medicine doctor Dr Nagla Elfaki discusses one of the biggest gaps in women’s health education: understanding how long trying to conceive can take, fertility timing, and why so many women feel unprepared when they start their journey to parenthood. From the full episode with Dr Nagla Elfaki on fertility, IVF, reproductive health, motherhood and family planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Your Health Can't Stop This
Jun 300:02:33Tap to summarizeCan a healthy lifestyle protect your fertility? In this clip from Milk & Mummies, fertility and reproductive medicine doctor Dr Nagla Elfaki explains why diet, exercise and healthy habits matter—but can’t completely prevent age-related fertility decline. A powerful conversation about fertility, timing and the realities many women aren’t told early enough. Watch the full episode with Dr Nagla Elfaki on Milk & Mummies. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fertilitydrnagla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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What Every Woman Should Know About Fertility, Motherhood & Timing | Dr Nagla Elfaki
Jun 300:57:53Tap to summarizeHow much do women really know about their fertility? This week on Milk & Mummies, I’m joined by fertility and reproductive medicine doctor Dr Nagla Elfaki for an honest conversation about fertility, motherhood, ambition and the realities many women aren’t told about reproductive health. We discuss fertility myths, IVF, trying to conceive, balancing career ambitions with family life, and what women should know about their fertility long before they start trying for children. We also talk about identity, motherhood, and the pressures women face when navigating career progression alongside family planning. In this episode: Fertility myths and misconceptions IVF and trying to conceive (TTC) Motherhood through the eyes of a fertility doctor Career ambition after children The realities of balancing work and family Advice every woman should hear earlier Whether you’re already a parent, planning for the future, or simply curious about fertility and women’s health, this episode offers practical advice and honest insight. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Milk & Mummies01:45 Meet Dr Nagla Elfaki05:30 Why Fertility Medicine?10:15 Life Before Motherhood15:20 The Biggest Fertility Misconceptions21:40 What Women Should Know Earlier About Fertility28:10 Fertility, IVF & Trying to Conceive Explained35:00 Becoming a Mother as a Fertility Doctor41:30 Motherhood, Identity & Ambition47:45 Can Women Really Have It All?53:00 Fertility Advice for Women in Their 20s & 30s57:00 Quick Fire Questions59:30 Final Thoughts & Takeaways Connect with Dr Nagla Elfaki: https://www.instagram.com/fertilitydrnagla/ Follow Milk & Mummies: https://www.instagram.com/milkandmummiespodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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