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  • Katharine Merry: Motherhood, Menopause & Learning to Back Yourself

    Katharine Merry: Motherhood, Menopause & Learning to Back Yourself
    2026/08/21
    Olympic medallist and broadcaster Katharine Merry joins Kelly for a brilliantly candid conversation about life after elite sport, motherhood, hormones, resilience and learning to give yourself a break. Katharine reflects on becoming the fastest girl in the world at just 14, winning an Olympic medal and later breaking new ground as the first female stadium commentator at an Olympic Games. She also opens up about the physical and mental toll of elite athletics, retiring through injury and rebuilding her identity beyond sport. The conversation then turns to motherhood. Katharine shares what it was like having her children in her late 30s, why she thinks parenting teenagers is the hardest stage yet, and the advice that helped her through the exhausting early years. She also talks openly about perimenopause, hot flushes, irritability and poor sleep, her experience of HRT, and why finding the right medical support made such a difference. Plus, Katharine reveals her slightly unconventional form of self-care, why she’d choose a long shower over a spa day every time, and the two pieces of advice she wants every woman to remember: Back yourself — and stop beating yourself up. A funny, honest and reassuring conversation about the many different versions of ourselves we become throughout life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 分
  • Cassie Lomas on Starting Again, Navigating Loss and Building a Business on Her Own Terms

    Cassie Lomas on Starting Again, Navigating Loss and Building a Business on Her Own Terms
    2026/08/07
    Makeup artist and entrepreneur Cassie Lomas joins Jenny to discuss the next chapter of her career as she prepares to launch her own makeup brand after 30 years in the beauty industry. Cassie explains why she wanted to create a simple capsule collection for women who feel overwhelmed by makeup, and why she believes the best approach is often to stop overthinking and “just make it happen.” The pair also have an honest conversation about losing parents, supporting loved ones through dementia and continuing to balance grief with motherhood, work and everyday responsibilities. Cassie shares how the experience changed her approach to her health, while she and Jenny compare their experiences of perimenopause, brain fog and finding the support that works for them. Cassie also reflects on raising teenagers, creating a more sustainable work-life balance and building a business that allows her to remain creative while working on her own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 分
  • Leanne Brown: Losing Everything, Finding Myself & Starting Again

    Leanne Brown: Losing Everything, Finding Myself & Starting Again
    2026/07/24
    Former Real Housewives of Cheshire star Leanne Brown returns to Hot Mess Mums for one of her most honest conversations yet. Leanne opens up about the reality behind the headlines—from the collapse of a luxury lifestyle and financial hardship to the breakdown of her 25-year relationship with footballer Wes Brown. She shares how navigating perimenopause, motherhood, grief and starting over forced her to rediscover who she really is. Together, Kelly and Leanne discuss: Why so many women experience a "midlife awakening" The hidden realities behind wealth and public life Life after divorce and rebuilding your identity Financial independence and self-worth Perimenopause, HRT and the impact hormones have on mental health Healing childhood wounds, forgiveness and personal growth Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself This is a powerful conversation about resilience, courage and learning to choose yourself—even when everything else falls apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 分
  • Funny Mummy Alyssa Kyria on finding success through motherhood, ADHD and perimenopause

    Funny Mummy Alyssa Kyria on finding success through motherhood, ADHD and perimenopause
    2026/07/10
    Comedian and content creator Alyssa Kyria, better known as The Funny Mummy, joins Kelly to share the unexpected journey that took her from struggling actress to one of the UK's most relatable parenting comedians. Alyssa opens up about the difficult early years of performing to tiny crowds, creating her own opportunities when the industry wouldn't open doors, and why becoming a mum – something she feared would end her career – ultimately became the making of it. The conversation also explores ADHD, rejection sensitivity, perimenopause, HRT, social media, mental health, and why making women feel seen has become the driving force behind everything she creates. A funny, honest and reassuring conversation about resilience, reinvention and discovering that success doesn't always look the way you imagined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 分
  • What Every Woman Should Know About Hormones

    What Every Woman Should Know About Hormones
    2026/06/26
    Why are so many women being told their symptoms are anxiety, stress or depression when hormones may be the real cause? In this episode of Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by Dr Holly Carding, GP and hormone health clinician at Newson Clinic, to discuss the realities of perimenopause, menopause and women's hormone health. Dr Holly explains why symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog, low mood, poor sleep, palpitations and even tinnitus are often overlooked, how hormone changes can affect every aspect of a woman's life, and why better education is needed for both patients and healthcare professionals. We also discuss HRT, common misconceptions around hormone treatment, the impact of menopause on careers and relationships, and how women can advocate for themselves when seeking support. In this episode: The most common menopause and perimenopause symptoms Why mental health symptoms are often linked to hormone changes The dangers of misinformation on social media How hormones affect work, relationships and confidence When lifestyle changes may not be enough The role of HRT and hormone optimisation Resources women can use to better understand their symptoms A practical and empowering conversation for any woman wanting to better understand her body and hormone health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 分
  • Sarah Jayne Dunn on Reinvention, Confidence and Living Unapologetically

    Sarah Jayne Dunn on Reinvention, Confidence and Living Unapologetically
    2026/06/12
    What happens when you stop living for everyone else and start living for yourself? In this honest and inspiring conversation, Sarah Jayne Dunn opens up about leaving Hollyoaks, finding her voice in her 40s, embracing reinvention and refusing to let fear or judgement dictate her choices. Sarah shares the reality behind the headlines, discussing motherhood, confidence, people-pleasing, OnlyFans, friendships, social media, body confidence and the importance of creating a life that works for you and your family. The conversation also explores the power of women supporting women, the confidence she's found through pole fitness, her coaching journey, and why she's determined to encourage others to embrace their authentic selves. Plus, Sarah reveals her dream of appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and explains why she's finally putting that ambition out into the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 分
  • Hormones, Healing & Choosing Yourself with Katie Christian

    Hormones, Healing & Choosing Yourself with Katie Christian
    2026/05/29
    What happens when years of pushing through finally catch up with you? This week on the Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by hormone health coach Katie Christian for a powerful, raw conversation about women’s hormone health, nervous system regulation, relationship breakdown, and the invisible load so many women carry in silence. Katie opens up about her own journey from hitting rock bottom with PMDD symptoms to rebuilding her life, educating thousands of women, and learning what it truly means to choose herself. We talk about:• Why so many women are dismissed when seeking help• The truth about hormones, stress and nervous system regulation• Why women are often conditioned to put everyone else first• Healing after heartbreak and rebuilding your identity• The danger of “quick fixes” and why basics matter most• Learning to trust yourself again• How self-care, honesty and vulnerability can become your greatest tools for healing This is an honest conversation about breaking cycles, finding your voice, and remembering just how powerful women really are. You can find Katie on Instagram: @katiechristian If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 分
  • Clearing Out

    Clearing Out
    2023/05/05
    Kelly & Jenny end this series by discussing Jenny's daughter being on jury duty, clearing out old items & plans for the half term. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 分