
“Everyone has trust in Great Ormond Street” - A mother’s story navigating childhood cancer
19 November 2024 - 53 minsFor this very special episode we’ve been working with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, which is currently in the middle of its biggest-ever fundraising appeal to build a world-leading cancer centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
And no-one understands the significance of this appeal more than this week’s amazing guest Shaima, whose daughter Tia was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer when she was just 4 years old. Tia is now 12 and doing well at home, but has spent over half of her life in hospital.
Shaima sits down with Gi for a very candid conversation about her journey with Tia’s cancer treatment and why places like Great Ormond Street Hospital need our support.
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Ryan Libbey on supporting his partner through birth trauma
explicitOur guest this week is personal trainer, podcaster, and former Made in Chelsea star Ryan Libbey! When Ryan’s partner Louise Thompson gave birth to their son Leo, she faced severe complications and trauma that turned their worlds upside down. We spoke to Louise last year on the podcast and now it’s Ryan’s turn to share his story. Ryan opens up to Gi about letting go of the pressure to always be the strong one in his family, and how showing up for himself was actually the key to showing up for Louise and Leo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hour 5 mins
10 June Finished

Rose and Rosie on parenthood as a same-sex couple
explicitWe're very excited this week to welcome everyone's favourite Youtube couple to the studio - it's Rose and Rosie! As a same-sex couple, finding information on how to start a family is not easy. Rose and Rosie open up to Gi about the challenges of navigating a heteronormative healthcare system, from choosing a sperm donor, to IUI vs IVF, and what it's like to be the 'other mother.' Plus, they discuss feeling the pressure to get everything right as a same-sex parent, Rose’s struggle with feeling rejected by her son, and Rosie’s experience with postpartum depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hour 8 mins
3 June Finished

Lottie Tomlinson on family tragedy, embracing her body, and navigating anxious thoughts
explicitThis week we welcome author, entrepreneur and mum of two Lottie Tomlinson to the Happy Mum Happy Baby studio! Lottie opens up to Gi about losing her mum and how she has navigated her own parenting journey without her mum by her side. Plus, Lottie reflects on finding her truest confidence since having her children and explains why she's no longer hiding behind beauty treatments. Lottie's memoir Lucky Girl is available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hour 4 mins
27 May Finished

Breast cancer awareness: Ali Bastian shares her story
explicitFor a special episode dedicated to breast cancer awareness, this week Giovanna sits down with actress and mum of two, Ali Bastian Last year, while breastfeeding her youngest daughter, Ali began experiencing severe pain and discovered a lump in her breast. Despite her concerns, she was told it was likely a blocked duct from feeding. Ali opens up about what followed - her breast cancer diagnosis, chemotherapy, and a mastectomy. She reflects on what it meant to really show up for herself during that time, and the love and support she found in unexpected places in what can be an incredibly lonely journey. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion around cancer. If you think you may find this difficult to listen to, please choose another episode x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hour 2 mins
20 May Finished

Peter Andre: "don’t make the same mistakes. Make new ones."
explicitWIth his iconic hit 'Mysterious Girl' turning 30 this year, we thought it was about time we caught up with dad of 5 Peter Andre! This episode is full of heart, with Peter opening up to Gi about the overwhelming emotion of meeting each of his children for the first time, and how he's embraced being a newborn dad again in his fifties. Plus, Peter reveals the one strict rule he's set for his teenagers, Junior and Princess, and reflects on the values instilled in him by his Jehovah’s Witness upbringing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53 mins
13 May Finished

Cariad Lloyd on talking to children about death
explicitThis week Giovanna is joined by comedian and actor Cariad Lloyd. Cariad is also the creator and host of the award-winning podcast Griefcast. She shares with Gi the profound impact of losing her father unexpectedly as a teenager and how that experience has shaped her life and work. They also discuss the importance of language when talking about death and Cariad explains how she has approached conversations about her dad with her own children. Look out for Cariad's debut picture book Where Did She Go?, a reassuring resource for any parent worried about discussing grief and death with their little one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hour 4 mins
6 May Finished