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For the Series 19 finale of The Netmums Podcast, we’re switching things up with a special video episode. After a series spent asking the questions, dad host JB Gill finds himself on the other side of the conversation as his wife Chloe joins him on the sofa in the studio – and Louise gets the chance to find out what JB is really like as a husband and dad behind closed doors. Together for 17 years and married for 12, JB and Chloe open up about the reality of making family life work around busy and unpredictable careers. They talk honestly about communication, reconnecting after time apart and how they operate as a team – even if Chloe, as the family’s self-described 'CEO of the girls', carries much of the mental load at home. The couple also share how they’re raising Ace, 11, and Chiara, 7, to stay grounded despite growing up around entertainment, travel and life in the public eye. From chores and personal responsibility to resisting the urge to fix every problem for their children, JB and Chloe explain why preparing them for adulthood matters more than making life easy. And Chloe reveals whether the JB listeners know from the podcast is the same man she gets at home! In this episode:Chloe reveals what JB is really like at homeThe reality of sharing the parenting loadHow they keep Ace and Chiara groundedThe secret to 17 years togetherHis and her opinions on different parenting styles.The difference between bring up boys and girls. And because we couldn’t let JB escape that easily, the episode finishes with a very revealing Mr & Mrs-style challenge, as the couple put their 17 years together to the test, compare parenting habits and discover just how well they really know each other. This episode completes Series 19 of The Netmums Podcast. We look forward to a brand new Series 20 in October with some fantastic parenting guests! JB and Louise would love to hear your parenting stories, questions and dilemmas. Email thenetmumspodcast@netmums.com and you could be featured in a future episode. The Netmums Podcast is brought to you by Netmums, trusted by parents, backed by experts. Fancy watching more full episodes of The Netmums Podcast on Youtube? Visit the Netmums YouTube Channel now! This episode was produced by Further Films. Subscribe now: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...⁠⁠⁠ Like, comment and share! Read more on the Netmums website: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.netmums.com/⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠/ netmums ⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Tiktok:  ⁠⁠⁠/ netmums  ⁠⁠⁠Like us on Facebook:  ⁠⁠⁠/ netmums  ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on X: ⁠⁠⁠ / netmums ⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Pinterest: ⁠⁠⁠ / netmums  ⁠⁠⁠

Is your child ready for September… and are you? Whether they’re walking through the school gates for the very first time or making the huge leap to secondary school, a new school year can bring excitement, nerves – and a LOT of questions. We know it. In this special 'What I Wish I’d Known…' episode, The Netmums Podcast hosts JB Gill and Louise Burke share the things they’ve learned from their own experiences of getting children ready for those big school transitions. From first-day nerves and helping them feel prepared, to knowing when to step in – and when to let them find their own feet – this is real-life parenting advice from two parents who’ve been there. Because sometimes it’s the parents who need a little reassurance about September too. Subscribe now: ⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...⁠⁠ Like, comment and share! Read more on the Netmums website: ⁠⁠http://www.netmums.com/⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram:  ⁠⁠/ netmums ⁠⁠ Follow us on Tiktok:  ⁠⁠/ netmums  ⁠⁠Like us on Facebook:  ⁠⁠/ netmums  ⁠⁠Follow us on X: ⁠⁠ / netmums ⁠⁠ Follow us on Pinterest: ⁠⁠ / netmums  ⁠⁠⁠#BackToSchool⁠ ⁠#StartingSchool⁠ ⁠#SecondarySchool⁠ ⁠#Parenting⁠ ⁠#ParentingTips⁠ ⁠#SchoolLife⁠ ⁠#TheNetmumsPodcast⁠ ⁠#Netmums

How do you survive six weeks of summer without spending a fortune – or losing your mind?The summer holidays can come with a LOT of pressure. Keeping the kids entertained, finding affordable days out, juggling work and childcare – and wondering whether you should be making magical memories every single day.In this special 'What I Wish I’d Known…' episode, The Netmums Podcast hosts JB Gill and Louise Burke share their real-life experiences of the long summer break – what’s worked for their families, what hasn’t, and the tricks they’ve picked up along the way.Subscribe now: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...Like, comment and share!Read more on the Netmums website: http://www.netmums.com/Follow us on Instagram:  / netmums  Follow us on Tiktok:  / netmums  Like us on Facebook:  / netmums  Follow us on X:  / netmums  Follow us on Pinterest:  / netmums  #SummerHolidays #SchoolHolidays #Parenting #FamilyDaysOut #ParentingTips #SummerWithKids #TheNetmumsPodcast #Netmums

'I’m doing everything… and he just sends a 👍.' If co-parenting is leaving you feeling overwhelmed and resentful, you’re not alone. In this Forum Fridays episode, divorce coach Fiona Kimbell offers some of the most honest advice we've ever had. She doesn't sugarcoat it – but she does offer a way through. She explains: • Why his thumbs-up reply might not mean what you think.• The real reason stepping back isn't failing your kids. • And the one thing worth saying to your ex that actually opens a door instead of slamming one. #Netmums #ForumFridays #CoParenting #DivorceSupport #SingleMum #ParentingAfterDivorce #MumsOfInstagram Subscribe now: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c... Like, comment and share! Join the Netmums Community Read more on the Netmums website: http://www.netmums.com/ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠/ netmums ⁠Follow us on Tiktok: ⁠/ netmums⁠ Like us on Facebook: ⁠/ netmums⁠ Follow us on X: ⁠/ netmums⁠ Follow us on Pinterest: ⁠ / netmums⁠

‘Why won’t my baby eat?!’ – the weaning truth every parent needs to hear. Starting weaning can feel exciting, overwhelming and… a little terrifying. From gagging fears to food refusal and fussy eating, parents are often left wondering if they’re doing it 'right.' In this Netmums interview, children’s dietitian and feeding specialist Lucy Upton shares the expert advice every parent needs before starting solids – including the biggest myths around baby-led weaning, allergies and picky eaters. Lucy explains:• The real signs your baby is ready for weaning• The difference between gagging and choking• How much babies actually eat in the beginning• Whether purees or baby-led weaning is best• Why messy eating is GOOD for development• How to introduce allergenic foods safely • What parents should NEVER panic about• Why toddlers suddenly become “fussy eaters” Lucy also reveals why social media can make weaning anxiety worse – and why comparing your baby’s eating habits to others can pile on unnecessary pressure. 'One of the best things you can do is step back so your baby can step up,' Lucy says. Whether you’re about to start weaning or deep in the messy middle of it, this conversation is packed with reassuring, evidence-based advice to help you feel more confident at mealtimes. Watch the full interview now and discover why weaning is a skill babies learn – not something they instantly know how to do. Netmums caught up with Lucy at @The Baby Show, Birmingham NEC. Netmums is the official podcast partner for 2026, and will be back at the next show at the Olympia, London, from Friday 23 – Sunday 25 October, 2026. #Weaning #BabyLedWeaning #StartingSolids #FeedingBaby #WeaningTips #ParentingUK #LucyUpton #BabyFeeding #FussyEating #ToddlerFood #NewParents #Netmums #BabyDevelopment #ParentingAdvice #weaningjourney Subscribe now: ⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...⁠⁠Like, comment and share!Read more on the Netmums website: ⁠⁠http://www.netmums.com/⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram:  ⁠⁠/ netmums ⁠⁠ Follow us on Tiktok: ⁠⁠ / netmums⁠⁠  Like us on Facebook:  ⁠⁠/ netmums⁠⁠  Follow us on X:  ⁠⁠/ netmums⁠⁠  Follow us on Pinterest: ⁠⁠ / netmums⁠⁠