Podcast
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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Parenting Older Children, Identity & Rediscovering Yourself | Eliza Williams | Milk and Mummies
5d 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
3w ago00:56:21Tap 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
4w ago00:02:16Tap 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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Rejection Doesn’t Get Easier | Jade Anouka
May 3100:02:43Tap to summarizeActress Jade Anouka talks about why rejection never really gets easier — even after years in the industry. Listen to the full episode of Milk & Mummies for more conversations on motherhood, creativity and ambition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Queer Motherhood, Creativity & Ambition with Jade Anouka
May 2001:10:55Tap to summarizeActress, writer and poet Jade Anouka joins Milk & Mummies for a beautiful conversation on queer motherhood, creativity, identity and ambition.From balancing parenting with a creative career to navigating visibility, legacy and self-expression, this episode is honest, layered and deeply reflective.Jade also opens up about her work on Dune: Prophecy and His Dark Materials, and how poetry continues to shape her voice beyond acting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The Reality of SEND Parenting & Black Motherhood | Marsha Martin | Milk and Mummies Podcast
May 601:06:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined by Marsha Martin, founder of Black SEN Mamas, for a deeply honest conversation about motherhood, neurodiversity, and navigating systems that often feel impossible to access.We talk about the emotional journey of raising a neurodivergent child, the unseen labour that comes with advocacy, and the unique experience of Black mothers in the SEND space.Marsha also shares how she turned her personal experience into a growing community supporting thousands of women across the UK.This is a conversation about strength, identity, and what it really means to be heard.If this episode resonates, please follow, share, and leave a review — it helps more people find these conversations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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