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Running a business around motherhood can be challenging enough, but what happens when you find yourself supporting a parent as well? As a freelancer, the flexibility can often be helpful to ‘pick up the pieces’, but what happens when the lines become blurred?How can you look after yourself, without ‘shutting’ shop and still support others.Lesley Waldron, shares how she managed her freelance life, as she supported her mother’s diagnosis of dementia.
This is the third episode of the Freelance Mum podcast, in our mini series and run up to International Women’s day. Faye Dicker continues to explore the themes of Inspire & Inclusion, with this weeks guest, Katie Evans from Good Evans Kitchen. Together they continued to discuss this years themes of Inspire and Inclusion, looking at motherhood and business - which are both deeply intertwined for Katie. "For a long time, and it was hard to feel empowered and as a leader, when you're feeling broken because you've had no sleep.I think community for me is always the answer. If you can build community around you, that empowers you. If you can build trust within the community, that empowers you. And if you can build confidence within your community and really lean on, on that, then that builds presence that you can lean into when you don't have it. And I think for me, I learned that you can't do this on your own. And it takes a village to raise a child, and it absolutely does"
This is the third episode of the Freelance Mum podcast, in our mini series and run up to International Women's day. Faye Dicker continues to explore the themes of Inspire & Inclusion, with this weeks guest, Nadine Campbell.As fearless entrepreneur and community leader, Nadine has spearheaded the way for many - with new ideas often born in adversity. Nadine speaks openly about journey and what it means to support others, as well as breaking down barriers, when it comes to motherhood and business.
This episode of the Freelance Mum podcast, is the second in a mini-series countdown to International Women’s Day.The themes for IWD this year are #InspireInclusion. So on the FM podcast, we’re looking at ways we can both inspire and create a more inclusive space for women.Faye Dicker, is joined by Jo Millett, from Lean Content. Jo shares her journey, from teaching to stand up comedy, to running her business and how motherhood makes feminism hit home."I think, a bit of a lag around motherhood, and I felt, for me, when I went into motherhood, being hit full force in the face by the patriarchy, and I skipped through my twenties as a feminist, and when I became a mum, I was like, oh, this is where it kicks in. You know, my husband goes back to work after three weeks and gets a promotion and a slap on the back. Meanwhile, I'm doing breastfeeds through the night. I've got no energy and I'm expected not to work for a year. And when I go back to work, I'm going to get paid less. I'm going to get less respect."
This episode of the Freelance Mum podcast, is the first in a mini-series countdown to International Women's Day.The themes for IWD this year are #InspireInclusion. So on the FM podcast, we're looking at ways we can both inspire and create a more inclusive space for women.Faye Dicker, is joined by Louise Tayler, from Understanding ADHD. Lou shares her own journey and diagnoses later in life. And how she is on a mission to support others, navigate their world with ADHD."If it is something that's that keeps niggling you, and you keep coming back to it, do look into it, do take it seriously. Because I know there is an issue, we have an issue with getting diagnosed, and we have an issue with doctors and all of that kind of stuff. But there is actually a huge amount you can do. While you're waiting for a diagnosis, even if that's what you want to do, you can learn a lot about the condition, you can learn a lot about supporting yourself, and you don't need a diagnosis for that."
In this episode of the Freelance Mum podcast, Faye Dicker looks at low cost ways that you can grow a business, that don't break the bank. There's practical advice and ideas, that you can take away and instantly apply. Let's face it, growing a business can be hard, so here's a range of low cost ideas that don't cost the earth.
Building Confidence: Strategies for Mums Facing Business ChallengesIn this week’s Freelance Mum podcast, we’re talking about confidence - because, let’s face it, you need it in abundance when it comes to running your own business. But we’re all human and it’s normal it’s normal to waver. So, in this week’s episode, we’re looking at confidence building strategies, that can help grow your business. We include our top ten techniques and would love to hear yours. “Continuous learning. I think it's really important to always be open to learning, and it doesn't matter what that looks like. You can embark on picking up a book or a free online learning course, but learning is really important because it helps you develop different skills in your particular field, as well as inquiring new knowledge that you in turn, of course, can pass on to fellow self employed people.And it will make you stand out, and it will help you build confidence”.
Balancing Act: Navigating Freelancing and MotherhoodIn this week's Freelance Mum podcast, we're talking about the essence of 'Freelance Mum life. It's one of the hot topics as a Freelance Mom, as it's one of the biggest challenges. So we're going to be touching on the following points, time management.Self care, building a support system, flexible work arrangements, and overcoming challenges. These are the main points for today's podcast, so keep listening as we start chatting.
What's your relationship like when it comes to money?
Is it something that makes you pull a face and wince a little? Is money more like a distant relative than an actual friend? Is it something that despite being a fully fledged grown up, you still haven't got a handle on?
Then be sure to listen this awesome podcast, with the Money Coach, Fanny Snaith on How to make Money Your Friend. She'll soon get you off the 'fags' (Fear, Anxiety, Guilt and Shame').
Fanny Snaiths helps you identify your money personality types and busts some money myths.
Possibly THE most captivating and energising podcasts you can listen to when it comes to goal setting!
It's so easy to mindlessly set a business goal, but in this Freelance Mum podcast, Fearless Business Coach, Robin Waite -talks us through how to set one AND make it happen.
Do you find yourself squirming when you quote for business? Or focusing so much on making sure your customer is happy, you forget to actually pay yourself?
In this weeks podcast, the Fearless Business Coach, Robin Waite, challenges our thinking when it comes to charging with confidence.
And yes, it makes you uncomfortable in unpicking your thinking, but it takes you to a more confident and SUSTAINABLE positioning.
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If you're anything like me, when 'the world is your oyster', it can feel overwhelming.
Especially when it comes to spending your hard earned cash, on that all important family holiday.
Which is where Claire Filmer steps in! As a Travel Counsellor, she takes the stress out of planning your family holiday and shared her tips on this weeks podcast.
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I'm not sure what's harder - finding an endless stream of snacks to feed your children, or juggling work around family!
In this weeks podcast, Marieke Syed from Snackzilla shares how her families love of sugary snacks, inspired her to launch a business.
And in between biscuit dunking, she's managed to get her healthy snacks on the supermarket shelves.
Find out how Marieke managed to build a brand around her kids, in this weeks podcast.
"It was a brand that was for kids, so what better than to have your testers right there and their kids and their parents. So that's the number one thing, really know and understand your market".
Don't forget, if you like what you heard, you can come and try Freelance Mum for FREE for 30 days. Check out our awesome online community in The Mothership.
It turns out running a small business takes A LOT of time! In this weeks podcast, graphic designer, Lucie Gray, shares how having brand guide lines can save you masses of time and money!
Join us on the Freelance Mum podcast, to find out how what are brand guidelines, how to create them and why they save you money.
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Do you ever have those moments when you stare the wardrobe endlessly, just hoping the right outfit might jump out at you?
Is there really the ultimate look, that makes you feel professional and not feel over the top at the school gates?!
Turns out there is! And Jennifer Jones Styling tells us how as busy Freelance Mums, we can create it.
After all (as she rightly points out) it's key as business owners, that we need to be more visible and that we feel confident doing so. It’s no good doing Insta Lives or Facebook posts and not enjoying the process. Styling can really help that.
Find out more in the latest podcast!
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Imagine living in a world, where one day you're fine and the next you're having a 'porridge day' - one foot physically feels like it's stuck in a bowl of porridge!
Voiceover Artist and Disability Advocate, Katie Silverthorne, shares how she lives with MS and how you can manage a chronic illness around a freelance career.
It's so easy to feel 'terribly British' when it comes to entering awards - like it's not quite the done thing to put yourself forwards! In this weeks podcast, Faye Dicker speaks to multi award winning, singer, song writer, Rachel Walker Mason, about the importance of entering awards. Because believe me, you're worth it!
In this weeks Freelance Mum podcast, Faye Dicker speaks to Zoe Whitman about how you can build a membership model for your business. Find out how you can turn your passion into a residual income and grow a community. Zoe's enthusiasm is infectious and will have you bursting with energy!
Faye Dicker, finds out how frazzled Freelance Mums can help build their mental fitness and the benefits to their business, with Dr Antonia Dingle from Glow Your Mind.
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When vocal coach, Amy Box, decided to buy some polymer clay to relax in the evenings, she didn't think it would lead to launching a new business!
In less than 2 months she's already had 100 sales and is building a team. Faye Dicker finds out her secret to success.
Feel like your clothes hate you? Want help finding your style? Join Stylist Becky Barnes, she has Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings rummaging through their wardrobes!
In this weeks podcast, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, speak to Anna Mapson from Goodness Me Nutrition. She shares how we can stay healthy this winter and if it's possible to keep colds at bay!
In this weeks podcast, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings speak to Redmaids' High Junior School, Headteacher - Mrs Lisa Brown. They talked about how we can teach our children to deal with set backs and the importance of resilience.
As we start a new term, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings are joined by Sarah Townsend, author of Survival Skills for Freelancers. She shares some of her experience of and know-how when it comes to freelancing - so you can ace self-employment without the burnout!
Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, speak to Vicki Ivins-Jones from Tractors & Cream after they joyfully reopen their glamping site!
Vicki spoke, from the midst of her open field, to share her experience on reopening for happy glampers!
On the Freelance Mum podcast, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, talk tacos, tortillas and trading with Mark @iscreamtacos. He’s the man inside the converted icecream van bringing Mexic food to a driveway near you.
Coronavirus is the toughest problem many businesses have faced - but some are successfully forging ahead. Vicky from Additions Tutoring joins Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings to share her story of adapting and thriving, when it comes to home tutoring.
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A positive business story for you in these crazy times.... and even better that it involves cake. Ali Walsh from The Local Bakehouse joins FayeDicker & Laura Rawlings to share the story of the lockdown cake 🧁
How to make your business brand look good online. Advice on video backgrounds & taking DIY photos for your marketing with Kirsty Northover Photography, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings in the latest Freelance Mum podcast!
Who’s had the chop? Whose true colour’s are coming through? Or who’s simply sticking a hat on it? @FreelanceMum01 and @laurarawlings pick up hair tips from top #Bristol hairdresser and salon owner Ella Hawkey. (@Atelier_clifton on Insta). Get to it. Chop chop.
A window into our worlds - how we’re surviving being cooped up. Join @FreelanceMum01 and @laurarawlings on a family adventure and catch up with what’s going on in The Mothership.
How was the week for you? Faye Dicker @FreelanceMum01 and @laurarawlings’ share their week - including a visit inside the lambing shed and being up with the birds.
In this week’s episode, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings reveal their ways of coping.
We’d love to hear how you’re feeling / managing.
Government’s acted to help self-employed people and freelancers - but there’s a growing feeling many are still left out. Hear @RBarnett2018 @IPSEteam and @but_the_books share expert insight with @Freelancemum01 and @laurarawlings
Freelance? Self- employed? Headlines from Chancellor’s announcement with @but_the_books and reaction to whether it helps with @Freelancemum01 and @laurarawlings
Self-employed? Not sure what help is available for you? Want to know where to get accurate information? Listen to this for the latest from IPSE - The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed. On the Freelance Mum podcast with Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings.
The Freelance Mum 'Survival Guide' to Coronavirus - Faye Dicker and Laura share advice from fellow Freelance Mums on how to manage the Coronavirus. Including self isolating, business and family, not to mention sharing your 'office space' with your partner!
This week on the Freelance Mum podcast Laura Rawlings and Faye Dicker are talking about awards.
Let’s face it- it can be a time consuming and some times costly thing, so the question is how you decide which ones are worth it? Which ones have you entered? Which ones have you won- and was it worth it?
They’re not cheap and that can be hard as a small business.
This week in the Freelance Mum podcast, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, discuss 'Things they wish they'd known when it comes to building websites' - lets face it, they're expensive things! Inspired by last weeks guest speaker at Freelance Mum, Karen Weider, shared her advice when it comes to building a website - with some brilliant insights. Faye and Laura look back on some of their own mistakes, when it comes to building websites and make a commitment to make some changes when it comes to their websites in the future!
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings met up with Anna Mapson from The Gentle Touch to talk about healthy meal ideas for your children and YOU! Lets face it, it's all too easy to forget to actually cook for yourself.....
Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, meet for another great poolside conversation and get chatting 'themes'! How do you approach the New Year? Are resolutions a thing of the past? Or do you take it as an opportunity to set yourself a new approach? They discuss setting a theme for the year and how that can help with the ever bonkers, Freelance Mum juggling act.
Wise words from The Mothership! This week in the Freelance Mum podcast, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, compile the Freelance Mum Survival Guide to Christmas, with advice from 'real life experts' - YOU! Great tips for getting through the ultimate juggling act and surviving the other side! Festive greetings from the chilly poolside.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, catch up with Lesley Waldron from Wild Country Woman - on staying calm the midst of the Christmas chaos. Possibly a podcasting first, as they record in the swimming pool cubicle - to stay dry from the rain..... It made sense at the time! Enjoy some brilliant advice, in a slightly bonkers setting and embrace some inner calm.
It's the Freelance Mum podcast, with Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings. This week they catch up with Lisa Cadd, the Fuss Free Foodie, to talk freelance lunches - something more inspiring than grabbing ANOTHER cheese sandwich when working from home! More great content can be found here or on Freelance Corner.
Freelance Mum Podcast - helping you with the Mother of all Juggling Acts!
Faye Dicker and Laura Rawlings, interview Sarah Newland from KeyBoard Smash, about best practises and ways of managing your ever growing to-do list!
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, goes behind the scenes with professional facilitator, Helene Jewell and finds out how working with a professional facilitator can help your event.
….”I got chatting to the guy behind the counter of a coffee shop, he told me he wanted to be a violin teacher, but he was afraid to get started with his business, because he didn’t want to do a tax return. It made me feel really sad that something as simple as that – well, as simple as that to me, was enough for him not to get started. It just got me thinking, there’s an idea here".
Zoe Whitman, But the Books
When you've got your dream start up project, or you love running your business and you know how to everything... but the books. Well, we have just the answer for that!
Faye Dicker, aka Freelance Mum, caught up with Zoe Whitman, the brains behind But the Books and some of her clients - to find out how bookkeeping can be made easy.
As a response to the recently written and popular blog blog post, I decided to record this as a podcast as well; 'The importance of putting your prices up'. A heartfelt and very important one.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker - takes questions from The Mothership and puts them to our in-house expert.
In this months Business Surgery, we speak to photography expert, Nicola Proctor, taking your questions on 'How to capture the right image for your business'.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, takes questions from The Mothership and puts them to this month guest, Julie Cox. As the woman behind the successful online business, Luke Drew This, Julie gives her insights when it comes to setting up an ecommerce business.
The January Business Surgery with Linda Davies – Carr, aka The Master Fixer. January is typically the time of year when we set ourselves new goals – both professional and personally. But how can we keep ourselves in check and make sure actions and goals stay aligned?
Linda Davies-Carr, deliver some straight talking advice, to help you stay on track. Plus, we put her through her paces, as she takes questions from The Mothership.
3 year old playing with her babies. Make believe. Insight into their world. Make believe.
Sound of the day; waves crashing over the pebbles at Westward Ho! October half term, 2017.
‘Whilst I’ve always loved clothes and I’ve always loved colour, I haven’t always had the confidence to wear the looks that I wear now…. And by becoming professionally trained, it allows me to pick clothes that make me a happy person…. I like helping other women become all that they can be, seeing them evolve and just blossom and really reach their potential’.
Becky Barnes worked in a corporate world, for almost 20 years – before emerging with her own business. Years in HR brought out her love for bringing out the best in people. So she decided to do it in a more fun environment – through styling women and clothes.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, discovered the Becky Barnes Styling Experience in a full immersive journey. From shopping, to styling and a complete wardrobe overhaul – Faye met women Becky has worked with along the way, and discovered for herself, the impact of happy clothes.
‘Every body is an individual, we all have different strengths, we encourage the girls here to recognize their own strengths, but also to identify their own weaknesses as well, we all need to know those. We all need to counteract that to make the most of ourselves…. We help the girls to find those talents, within the classroom and outside of the classroom’.
Mrs Lisa Brown, Headteacher, Redmaids’ High Junior School.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, experiences a day in the life at Redmaids’ High Junior School. From maths, to music, science to sport, the opportunities are endless.
Faye found out what sets Redmaids’ High apart; interviewed teachers, parents and girls at different stages of their learning journey. Plus experienced just how much fun, a maths lesson can be!
With an in depth interview with headteacher Mrs. Lisa Brown, discover for yourself, the complete education they provide.
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, joins Wild Country Woman, Lesley Waldron on a wet and wild fitness class!
She discovers the benefits of exercising outdoors, physical health in your 40s and exciting plans for Wild Country Woman.
"My aim with Wild Country Woman, is to inspire women, to really enjoy doing exercise and to do that outside. I think we need to connect a little bit more with nature, with what we do".
Lesley Waldron, Wild Country Woman
Teaser from the podcast with Wild Country Woman, interview with Lesley Waldron - the driving force behind feel good fitness.
Freelance Mum- the Business Surgery, with our in house expert, Linda Davies-Carr aka The Master Fixer.
Three very different small businesses, put their business problems to Linda and get some smart advice.
Faye Dicker, aka Freelance Mum, joined the National Freelancers Day celebrations, held by IPSE. With a chance to speak to last years winner, and gain her insight - as well as speaking to the newly crowned title! An awards evening that celebrates the small and mighty.
Broadcaster and Freelancer Mum founder, Faye Dicker, catches up with Rin Hamburgh - the voice behind the copywriting agency Rin Hamburgh & CO.
Faye discovers how Rin has the knack of capturing the essence of every clients voice and the importance of giving personality, when writing for small business.
A small taste of the Media Masterclass, run by journalist, Mel Edmonds & broadcaster Faye Dicker. The essential PR tool kit for small businesses. Event takes place on Nov 22nd. http://tinyurl.com/hrmlnp4
When Bridge Farm school named one of their houses Banksy, they thought it would be fun to invite him to use their school as a canvas. They didn't dream he would take them up on it. Imagine finding this, on your first day back after half term.
As a long term fan of Westward Ho! Freelance Mum, AKA Faye Dicker, caught up with Rob Braddick - the most generous business man in Devon :-)
Freelance Mum, Faye Dicker, chats to Cbeebies presenter Andy Day & finds out how he's made a career out of having fun.
Freelance Mum meets The Chancellor at The Treasury, as we celebrate Small Business Saturday 2015
Gail Gibson, The Performance Coach, talks about her latest venture. How fresh & fitness can help your business.
Small Business Saturday is all about thinking big by shopping small! It encourages people to shop locally on Small Business Saturday, on the 1st Saturday December.
Freelance Mum caught up with some of the small businesses which celebrated Small Business Saturday and were part of the Small Business 100.
Dancer & film maker, Lisa May Thomas, talks about her latest project - The Touch Diaries. In a super-conencted digital age - we seem to have lost the most simple form of human touch.
A taste of tomorrow's Media Masterclass with Mel Edmonds, Sarah Cook & Faye Dicker. Spaces still available for this excellent 'how to' session. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/media-masterclass-tickets-16923286004
Still to this day, listening to this makes me laugh - I don't think I've ever corpsed so much on air.
Networking with Freelance Mum - business focused networking for Professional Parents in a family friendly environment. Networking with children - yes, some how it works!
Breast and Bottle feeding support group, BABS, unites mums with their feeding decisions.
Marketing Manager of May Fest, Claire Petre, shares the highlights of this years festival and life with a busy portfolio based career.
Getting a grip on meal times! Catherine Dodd shares how a plastic fork on a family holiday, inspired her to redesigned children's cutlery.
Mum of three, Gill Bicknell, shares how her childhood love of theatre has blossomed into a full time career.
Set in the heart of the West Country, are wines made from vines grown near Bristol. Ingrid Bates is the woman behind the vineyards & award winning roses.
Julie Cox, the founder of Luke Drew This, shares how her sons drawing was the inspiration for her business.
Sam Holman - expert in women’s progression & careers coach, shares thoughts on 'do what you love & love what you do' in the melee of motherhood & business.
Think big, by shopping small - that's the message for the day from Small Business Saturday, who are encouraging people to shop local. It's all part of a national campaign with a Small Business Bus, to help spread the word - I made it the Freelance Mum studio for the day & got chatting.
How the hardest time provided the best opportunity. Sarah Dineen, the founder of Fit 2 Drop, shares how being made redundant while pregnant inspired her to start her own business.
The story behind Ruth Wadworth & her journey into Routes to Reading. Inspired by chats with her NCT group this tale has a happy ending.
Liz Clarke, original Dare Devil Diva, talks about Drastic Productions, Cannonballing & the new graphic novel.
Friends Suzie Worthington and Amy Newton, spill the beans on the inspiration behind Clever Dog Lead and provide the best answer to 'is this bonkers?'
Busy mum Louise, from Baby Bites, knows what it's like when it comes to juggling family & work. She provides quick meal time inspiration with fresh chard.
If soft play is your idea of hell & eating out feels like a thing of the past, then family supper clubs are just the thing for you - as Faye Dicker reports.
Does your heart race at the thought of public speaking? Or does speaking to a group make you red & blotchy? Then listen up, because this interview is just for you. Freelance Mum caught up with Celia Adams from Red Alert – as a trained actress she knows a thing or two when it comes to speaking out loud. She shares some some simple exercises which can make a huge difference when it comes to addressing an audience.
Does your heart race at the thought of public speaking? Or does speaking to a group make you red & blotchy? Then listen up, because this interview is just for you. Freelance Mum caught up with Celia Adams from Red Alert – as a trained actress she knows a thing or two when it comes to speaking out loud. She shares some some simple exercises which can make a huge difference when it comes to addressing an audience.
Does your heart race at the thought of public speaking? Or does speaking to a group make you red & blotchy? Then listen up, because this interview is just for you. Freelance Mum caught up with Celia Adams from Red Alert - as a trained actress she knows a thing or two when it comes to speaking out loud. She shares some some simple exercises which can make a huge difference when it comes to addressing an audience.
BBC Radio Bristol's, Laura Rawlings, guest reports for Freelance Mum & finds out about success in the workplace with Jane C Woods.
Bernie Ritchie, the woman behind The Bristol Woman Magazine, talks to Laura Rawlings - as she guest reports for Freelance Mum.
Our first night out as a family of 4 in The Hungry Caterpillar play cafe - tasting the delights of Ah-mahs Dumplings. Grown ups eat, while little ones play!
Discover how hand wrapped dog biscuits became a business inspiration. Claire Hardy & Helen Godfrey share their secrets behind You Are SO Invited.
The Lazy Daisy Chain was founded in 2004, based on a combination of massage, hypnobirthing, yoga and active birthing, for a positive birth experience. Lazy Daisy teacher, Karen Whittaker, gives me a taste of the Daisy experience and how it can make for a more positive birth.
Laura Rawlings, guest reports for Freelance Bristol Mum, going behind the scenes at What the Frock! An all female comedy line up - she gets the low down on why Jane Duffas was inspired to set up the evening & how the MC, Cerys Nelmes, didn't spare any blushes on her son's 16th birthday.
Discover why Sheona Beaumont decided to feature in One Born Every Minute, after previously refusing to watch the show. Find out about the role her faith played in the birth & how motherhood has influenced her work as an artist.
A heartfelt journey & story shared on Freelance Bristol Mum.
Discover how one stressful swim at the local swimming pool, inspired Hayleigh Jones to start her own business. Motherhood, business & making life easy - with Freelance Bristol Mum.
Michelle Beazley, the voice of the turbo, for First Great Western - joins me in the studio for a look at some of the stories in this weeks news. We hear about the impact the floods had on the line, the recent death of union leader Bob Crow & women's football.
'50 Things Engagement Ranger', Nicole Armitage, takes me for a walk through Leigh Woods, as we discover Bristol diamonds, den building workshops & picnics in the woods for Mother's Day.
Recreate that swishy salon feeling & capture Spring - with the latest podcast on Spring hair & trends. Life is busy in the fast lane of motherhood, so treat yourself to a pile of magazines & a season of Spring trends.
David Niven joins me in the studio for a look at some of the headlines that have made the papers this week. As the former chairman of the British Association of Social Workers, David is a regular media spokesperson on child protection issues & brings his experience to the table when it comes to his take on some of the headlines.
We look at sharp elbowed parenting, high waisted nappies, drinking in pregnancy & how there is more than meets the eye with childhood obesity.
A mosey through St Nics Market with Amanda White, as we talk about the inspiration behind Gift Frippery & how being a 'Blue Peter Mum' led her to start her own business.
Networking with a difference - namely, netwalking! A heady mix of fresh air & conversation, facilitated by Rosalind Jane Turner. We take to the streets of Bristol, with a group of women & make business connections together.
Performance Artist, Liz Council, takes to the stage with her baby & asks 'can we have it all' in motherhood?
Pauline Leeson, founded Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary in 1982 & has dedicated her life to re-homing & rescuing animals ever since then - taking her first holiday after 20 years! We go behind the scenes at Holly Hedge, meet some of the four legged friends and hear about her commitment to the role.
The Great British Budget is about to begin! I get the low down on the challenge with fellow Freelance Bristol Mum Ang Tonge, Project Coordinator and Toby Hughes - CEO of Your Wealth, as we tighten our belts for February.
Detox your home & declutter your mind after Christmas. Interior designer, Alison Armitage tells how you can create your perfect space at home - even with children!
It's hard to believe in 2014, that women are still subjected to pregnancy discrimination. It's thought 60,000 women a year lose their jobs due to pregnancy discrimination. Maternity Action tells us how they are campaigning to make difference & remind the Government, there are names behind those numbers.
Nick the Vic gives his insights on being a vicar at Christmas, nearly conducting a service as a lolly pop lady & reminding us of the real meaning of Christmas. With extracts from St Augustine's Church Christingle service.
A real life guide to one of the ways you can get your business started, looking at the components with Melody Beard and some help from SWIG Finance.
South Bristol Mum, Melody Beard, shares how bringing up a toddler this side of the river, proved the inspiration behind opening a Play Cafe with a difference. We chat one Saturday morning in the cafe, as she tells us the nuts & bolts behind it all.
Yvonne Craig Inskip, was brought up in 1930s London, by two mothers. It was a time when women living together was innocent, so no one asked - but her childhood was explained away by secrets. It wasn't until later in life she confirmed which one was her birth mother & traced her father. Her adult years were spent campaigning for contraception to be widely available with 'Every child a wanted child' and fought as a magistrate for mothers to have 50p an hour for childcare. A maverick and inspirational woman. Her story deserves to be told.
Robin Hague, Head of Communications from the Happy City, tells me how they can help fellow freelance Bristol mum's in both happiness & productivity.
I join Louise from Baby Bites in the kitchen, as she cooks up a Christmas breakfast & some cheese gougers. While things bubble away on the stove, we share tasty Christmas memories & how to deal with toddlers who will only eat pudding! Guest contributions from junior reporters, Otis & Jemima.
I catch up with Sharky & George, the Peter Pan's on business - who organise jaw dropping parties. They share the secrets on easy family games to play, to help keeps all ages entertained at Christmas.
I'm joined in conversation by Bristol poet, Rachel Boast & Poetry By Heart winner, Kaiti Soultana. Together they talk about the experience & differences in poetry recitation and the importance of taking poetry to heart.
The principle stylist at Duke & Scarlet, Yazz, shares the secrets on how you can create the perfect party hair!
Andy Ford, aka Buttons, in Cinderella at the Bristol Hippodrome - has a chat with Freelance Bristol Mum between performances. He shares the secrets on what makes a panto special, tells us what it's like working with Louie Spence & has advice for the next generation who want to tread the boards.
Katie Stephens, the manager of Bath racecourse, talks through her childhood days. She tells how hard graft & following her heart, led her to enjoy the work/life balance she has today.
A step back in time & chat to Nicole Burnett, the Founder & Editor in Chef of Pretty Nostalgic - simplistic beauty at it's best.
Amy Tilston, editor of Pregnancy Tales, shares how new friends & conversations during pregnancy, paved the way to giving up teaching & publishing a book.
Tish Jeffery, the brains behind the new play barn at Farrington's, tells me her story - of moving in with her in laws after a year of marriage & how the birth of a new baby, was the beginning of a new business. 20 years on & 4 children later, the farm shop is still going strong & they're opening even more doors for little ones!
Helen Johnson, an assistant curate at St Augustine's & St Paul's, speaks about her role in the community. How she sees herself as a supportive figure to help empower women & while working in a traditional male role, the importance of femininity.
Jess Hellens, explains how your half term headache need be no more! Bristol Family Arts Festival has teamed up with venues across the city, to provide free & paid for events for all. We chat on Brunel's ss Great Britain, with guest contributions from young reporter, Jemima!
Abi hill, Stage Manager, Organiser & Administrator, for circus & social circus projects in Bristol - explains about bringing her son up in circus life, provided a community of support, when it came to juggling motherhood around stage life.
Annabel Beeforth, founder of the wedding blog, Love My Dress, shares her story about how a love of vintage nostalgia & weddings led to a whole new lifestyle and career.
Part 4 of 5 parts, dedicated to Women Outside the Box - celebrating the way women work. I catch up with one of the keynote speakers, Sue Tugman, from Brunel Promotions and talked about 'she who dares' - the ethos of the day.
Part 3 of 5 series. Jenny Williams tells me how motherhood & a series of children's birthday parties, inspired her to leave life as a Detective for Avon & Somerset & start her own business - looking at the science of crime.
Part 5 of 5 parts, dedicated to Women Outside the box, celebrating the way women work. I had an amazing chat with Joni Farthing, the inspiration & founder of WOTB. Fantastic woman, well worth a listen.
Part 2 of 5 parts dedicated to Women Outside the box - celebrating the way women work. I manage to catch up with Rosalind Jane Turner, the woman behind Netwalks - networking & walking!
Part of 1 of 5 parts, dedicated to Women Outside the box - celebrating the way women work. I catch up with Anne-Louise Perez & Imogen McIntosh, the women behind Your Street Gift cards, who launched their business this year.
I chat with Louise from Baby Bites, who reveals the secrets on how to make a foolproof tortilla for all the family.
Freelance Bristol Mum on tour! While on holiday in Westward Ho! I meet up with the Braddicks, two generations of the Braddicks family, behind several family businesses in North Devon - including the beautiful Pier House.
I catch up with Michelle, the voice of the turbo for FGW & find out what it's like working in a man's world.
Fiona Francombe, gives me a guided tour of behind the scenes at the Bottle Yard - the South West’s largest dedicated production space and location facility. We find out why you'll need some thick socks!
The latest thing in toddler music - Karina & James from Jingaloo, spill the beans on the inspiration behind their classes. Together they give children an understanding in basic music principles. Not to mention counting Gromits!
Hayleigh Jones, the woman behind Aquatic Harmony, tells how life changed after having her little one & made the plunge into running her own business.
Leyla & James Fellows, explain how the birth of their son & a love of yoga, led to running a new business. Some serious multi tasking & still they sound calm!
I catch up with my old school friend, Mark Joy - who ran 7 marathons in 7 days, in memory of his sister Lisa & nephew Louie, who died during childbirth.
I chat with Louise from Baby Bites as she makes beetroot, feta & pumpkin seeds muffins & ponder if Kate Middleton will breastfeed.
A chat with Louise in the kitchen, as we make courgette & chocolate muffins - a family treat for every one.
Michãela Deasy-Smith, a fashion event planner & mum to the beautiful Mariella, talks poolside chic. We hear about the world of fashion, responsibility as mothers for the next generation, while poolside diners sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star to toddlers! A taste of summer sunshine.
A chat with Geraldine Taylor, award winning author & writer of Be Your Childs Natural Teacher -shares her story of how becoming a mum in the 70s, carved her path to running workshops across the county.
Episode 2 Angie Parker talks about life behind the loom, how she weaves her way through motherhood and why your bottom is worth it.
Episode 3 The morning after the night before - terminally ill Sian Evans, shares her joy & fatigue, after swimming through the night on midsummer's eve.
23 year old Sian Evans, talks about what it's like living with terminal cancer and why she is swimming through the night on Midsummer nights eve.
Freelance Mums behind the your Street gift cards, share their pearls when it comes to getting started in business.
Freelance Mums Anne-Louise Perez & Imogen McIntosh, share how their love of the high street and keeping local, gave them the route to a new business.