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No Parental Guidance

by Hannah East & Louise Boyce · English · Kids & Family

Welcome to No Parental Guidance, the unfiltered, laugh-out-loud podcast from Fabulous, that’s the antidote to the impossibly perfect world of Instagram parenting. Hosted by the brilliantly funny Louise Boyce and Hannah East, No Parental Guidance  is a safe space for real mums to talk open

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 45 min
Latest: 5 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026 · 35 min

Lauren Cowell reveals all | No Parental Guidance

This week, we are joined by the absolute goddess herself, Lauren Cowell! 💕 Lauren opens up about life behind the scenes with Simon, how they navigate discipline and strict manners at home, and the hilarious moment their son Eric realised his dad was famous! 😅 Plus, she shares the wild story of Simon racing through a New York snowstorm to make Eric’s birth, her passional work with screen time safety, and why parenting tech feels like playing whack-a-mole! 📱👶 This episode is proudly sponsored by Aldi’s Mamia range - here for you in the unpredictable, messy moments parenthood brings. Their…

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28 Sep 2026 · 40 min

Am I a bad Mum?" Sara Pascoe's very honest parenting fail

This week, we are joined by the absolutely iconic comedian, author, and mum of two, Sara Pascoe! Sara gets hilariously real about surviving the toddler trenches with her two boys, why gentle parenting doesn't always go to plan, and navigating pregnancy and IVF in her 40s. Plus, we chat about public meltdowns, London e-bikes, and a genius parenting trick involving raspberries and toilets that you'll definitely want to steal! This episode is proudly sponsored by Aldi’s Mamia range - here for you in the unpredictable, messy moments parenthood brings. Their award-winning nappies, wipes, snacks,…
22 Sep 2026 · 46 min

Jorgie Porter's Birthing Secrets | No One Should Judge Me

🎙️ JORGIE PORTER | "Good Cop/Bad Cop" Parenting, Postpartum Survival Guide & The Ultimate Mum Hair Hack! 💇‍♀️✨ Relatable parenting? ✅ Handy mum hacks? ✅ This week, we are joined by the absolutely fabulous actress, model, and mum of two, Jorgie Porter! 💕 Jorgie doesn’t hold back when it comes to being in the trenches of toddler life with her two, Forest and Peony and the ups and downs of navigating a blended family. We discover why her partner Ollie might just be too good at fatherhood 😅 plus, we get into births, postpartum survival modeand avoiding bear traps in the woods. And it that’s…
15 Sep 2026 · 51 min

Danae Mercer: Postpartum Bodies, Leaking Boobs & Lockdown Romance

From leaking boobs to lockdown love: Danae Mercer lays it all out on this week's episode! 🎧 Trigger warning - this episode contains discussions of miscarriage and eating disorders. If this is not for you, please head to our vast archive of shows for plenty more relatable parenting chaos! This week on No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise are joined by the absolute queen of reality vs. Instagram, Danae Mercer! 👑💕 Fresh off a kid-free flight in a pristine white outfit with hot coffee in hand ☕🤍, Danae opens up about the bittersweet realities of mom guilt, traveling while breastfeeding,…
7 Sep 2026 · 59 min

Georgia Harrison talks online responsibility & raising kids against the Manosphere

Summer’s done, the kids are back at school and we’re kicking off a brand new series of No Parental Guidance with a very special guest! 🎉 In a world exclusive, TV personality and campaigner Georgia Harrison MBE sits down with us to share the candid, funny, and deeply personal realities of becoming a new mum to baby Sahara. Plus we discuss the very real challenges our children face online, how to tackle the “Manosphere” and her campaign for legal accountability when it comes to sharing intimate images online. This episode is proudly sponsored by the Aldi Mamia baby and toddler…
24 Aug 2026 · 36 min

Jordan Banjo, Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Professor Green Share Their Unfiltered Parenting Styles

Things are getting emotional (and a little bit weird!) in this week’s episode of No Parental Guidance - The Unseen Bits! 📦👶 The girls are reflecting on memories, unpacking postpartum keepsakes, and getting real about the chaotic journey of parenthood. From ...unconventional... keepsakes and baby tags 🏷️ to surviving intensive care and navigating hospital stay-cations, no detail is spared! Plus, they are joined by an incredible panel of celebrity guest parents! 🌟 Jordan Banjo drops by to talk parenting styles, setting boundaries, handling childhood tantrums, and why his kids think Uncle…
17 Aug 2026 · 23 min

Blind Dates, Toxic Snogging & Other Celebrity Romance Stories

Love is in the air... or is that just stubble rash? 😬In this special 'Unseen Bits' episode, we’re looking back at all things romance! From match-making wins (and major fails) to septic snogging, dirty weekends away, awkward date nights, and accidental family TV moments—the hosts and guests are baring it all.Featuring hilarious chats with Joanna Page, Jordan Banjo, Professor Green, Nathan Henry and his mum Bev, and Jess Wright! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Aug 2026 · 26 min

"Our Toddler Drunk WHAT?!" | Parenting Holiday Fails

From ruined linen suits to concussed grooms and accidental gin-sipping toddlers—this week on No Parental Guidance, the summer holiday madness is fully taking over! And it’s full of parenting fails from you, our wonderful community as well as plenty of our own. Hannah and Louise sit down to navigate the chaos of parenting through the summer, including the perils of bubble machines, losing the dummy battle while camping, and what happens when your toddler orders an entire vegetable board at 10 PM. Got a hilarious parenting fail or summer survival story? Send us an email or drop a comment…
3 Aug 2026 · 25 min

Sharpie Eyebrows & Tracing Paper: Why Growing Up in the 2000s Was Hilarious

Here's a gift to everyone, some never seen before footage! Today, the girls are opening up about the absolute chaos of beauty standards, school-day skincare disasters, parenting exhaustion, and figuring out what on earth we should actually be putting on our faces as we age! We’re joined by an incredible lineup of guests—Genevieve Turley, Katie Piper, Professor Green, and beauty royalty Trinny Woodall—to spill all the tea with previously unseen tips, tricks and tales! ☕✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 Jul 2026 · 24 min

Hilarious Parenting Fails: School Runs, Placenta Oil & The Tooth Fairy

Welcome back to No Parental Guidance with Louise Boyce and Hannah East! We are here to bring light relief to your summer hols with another hilarious, messy, and painfully relatable dive into the real world of parenting - straight from our inbox! We asked and you, our amazing community, delivered. From parenting white lies to mortifying school ground mix-ups, nothing is off-limits! In today's episode, Louise and Hannah tackle the everyday chaos of parenting life, including: • The Wiping White Lie: Toilet training tricks backfire when dinner is served. • World Book Day: A listener's rush order…
20 Jul 2026 · 42 min

Savage Farts, Vasectomy Disasters & 1 Year of Parenting Chaos!

Welcome back to No Parental Guidance! We cannot believe it, but we have officially hit our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY! 🎂✨ To celebrate surviving 12 months of unfiltered parenting chat, we are looking back at our absolute favorite, most hilarious, and deeply moving highlights from the past year. From iconic celebrity confessions to the moments that left us crying in the studio, absolutely nothing is off-limits in this special "best bits" trip down memory lane. We’re diving back into Jordan Banjo's legendary (and highly awkward) vasectomy tape incident, Andrea McLean's "crisp" revenge fart, and…
13 Jul 2026 · 50 min

Professor Green Opens Up: “40 Years Of Being Me Nearly Killed Me"

Welcome back to No Parental Guidance! In today’s episode, we are joined by the brilliant British rapper and television personality, Professor Green (Stephen Manderson). Stephen joins us for an incredibly candid, raw, and hilarious chat about the realities of modern fatherhood. From the absolute chaos of clumsy tots and A&E trips to the deeply emotional realities of co-parenting, postpartum relationship strains, and navigating a late-in-life ADHD and Autism diagnosis—nothing is off-limits. Stephen also opens up about his own unconventional childhood, how he breaks generational cycles of…
6 Jul 2026 · 46 min

Nathan Henry and his mum on Geordie Shore, tackling trolls & parenting in a social media world

We have a brilliant episode for you this week, and while Louise is away having a lovely time schmoozing with the celebs in Cannes, Hannah is holding down the fort for a very special, hilarious, and deeply moving Yorkshire reunion! In honour of Pride, we are joined by the iconic Geordie Shore star Nathan Henry and his incredible mum, Beverly, to share their beautiful family bond and offer real insight for parents navigating their own children's journeys. Nathan and Bev get honest about his experience coming out—from his early days filtering his true self on Geordie Shore to cope with a…
29 Jun 2026 · 56 min

James Haskell on his ADHD diagnosis and how therapy saved him

This week on No Parental Guidance, we are joined by rugby legend, 77-cap England powerhouse, and DJ, James Haskell! 🏉🎶 James sits down with us for an incredibly open, honest, and hilariously high-tension chat. From his awkward first encounter with ex-wife Chloe's dad, to his time on Celebs Go Dating, James doesn't hold anything back. 🤫😂 He opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD at nine years old, how therapy completely changed his life and rugby career, and why he views his neurodivergence as a superpower. 🧠⚡ He also shares a beautifully mature look at his relationship with Chloe, how…
22 Jun 2026 · 40 min

Fatima Whitbread: After 3 Miscarriages and No Period, IVF Made Me a Mum

The powerhouse that is Fatima Whitbread MBE joins us on the sofa this week! From being abandoned as a baby and surviving the care system, to conquering the world as an Olympic javelin thrower, Fatima’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. She opens up about how her javelin teacher (and later adoptive mum) Margaret changed her life, her grueling 3-round IVF journey to motherhood, what it’s really like competing on 'I'm A Celeb' (yes, she brought the infamous nose-cockroach) and why tough love and boundaries are the ultimate parenting superpowers. Plus, we’re talking about the new social…
15 Jun 2026 · 59 min

Ronni Ancona: "Overwhelming" Motherhood, Surviving 2000s Comedy & Late ADHD Diagnosis

BAFTA-winning comedy icon and EastEnders star Ronni Ancona joins us on the sofa for an absolute rollercoaster of an episode! Fresh off a wild, tooth-losing "school mothers' night out" (and nursing a severe liver hangover), Ronni strips back the famous masks to give us the raw, chaotic truth about her life. From the relentless exhaustion of raising children who didn't sleep for 12 years to her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, Ronni opens up about the crippling pressure of people-pleasing, masking, and feeling like she was "failing at everything" while navigating the peak of UK fame. We…
8 Jun 2026 · 46 min

"I’m really excited. I’m so happy." - Kelsey Parker Shares Her New Pregnancy Joy

Joining us on the sofa today is a true force of nature. Actress, dancer, podcaster, and brilliant entrepreneur Kelsey Parker sits down with Louise and Hannah for one of her most raw, unfiltered, and deeply moving conversations yet. From navigating the devastating loss of her husband, Tom Parker (The Wanted), in 2022, to tragically losing her baby son, Phoenix, last summer, Kelsey has faced a lifetime of unimaginable heartache before even hitting her mid-thirties. Yet, she remains a absolute beacon of hope, resilience, and infectious energy. In this episode, Kelsey opens up about the…
1 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

Andrea McLean On Making The Same Marriage Mistakes Twice “Red Flags Are Not Bunting"

What happens when the cameras stop rolling and the real work of survival begins? In today’s episode of No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the incredibly honest, brilliant, and unfiltered Andrea McLean. For over two decades, Andrea was a staple in our living rooms—from the GMTV sofa to anchoring Loose Women, interviewing icons like Oprah Winfrey and Beyoncé. But behind the polished TV career, Andrea was navigating a series of brutal, silent battles off-camera. In this deeply raw and revealing conversation, Andrea opens up about the reality of parenting through two horrific public…
25 May 2026 · 57 min

Laura Anderson’s Love Island Reality - “I felt very physically undesirable”

This week on No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise are joined by the unfiltered and brilliant Laura Anderson (Love Island). Laura opens up like never before about the devastating emotional toll of navigating a highly public breakup with Gary Lucy while pregnant, why she turned to therapy to survive the tabloid press, and the raw truth about their ongoing co-parenting dynamic. Plus, Laura drops an absolute bombshell: she shares the exact, emotional video of the moment her daughter Bonnie Rose was born! From hypnobirthing dreams to an emergency epidural and postpartum hemorrhaging, this is…
18 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

"I Whispered I Hate You So The Kids Wouldn't Wake Up" Joanna Page On Marriage & Motherhood | No Parental Guidance

The legendary Joanna Page (Stacey Shipman herself!) joins us in the studio for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply relatable chat about everything from the Gavin & Stacey finale to those iconic (and awkward!) scenes in Love Actually. Joanna opens up about the "horrific" emotions of filming the final moments of Gavin & Stacey, the reality of being "fondled" by Martin Freeman on a film set, and the hilarious parenting "fails" that involve accidental confrontations in holiday toilets! We dive deep into the mental load of motherhood, body image after four kids, and navigating the perimenopause.…
11 May 2026 · 53 min

Amy Childs On Getting A Boob Job At 17, Her Dad Calling Her A Freak & Why She Regrets Her Cosmetic Surgery

This week we're joined by the legendary Amy Childs. TOWIE original, mum of four, newlywed, and one of the most refreshingly honest guests we've ever had in the room. And yes… this episode absolutely goes there. From emergency C-sections and prolapsed cords to potty training disasters, £400 Amazon sprees, and why she genuinely cannot be bothered after a long day, Amy holds nothing back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 May 2026 · 34 min

Hannah and Louise can’t stop laughing at THIS! | No Parental Guidance

Can you make it through these stories without laughing? Because we certainly couldn’t. In this episode of No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise take on the "Last One Laughing" Challenge. Inspired by the hit show, they go head-to-head to see who can keep a straight face while sharing the most "educational" (and by educational, we mean absolutely traumatizing) parenting moments. Things take a turn very quickly as we dive into your NPG Community Fails. We’re talking about everything from accidental public broadcasts about butt plugs to the now-legendary "Bat’s Nose" observation that has…
27 Apr 2026 · 45 min

Jess Wright Discusses the Reality of Postnatal Depression & Maternal Wellbeing

This week we're joined by the iconic Jess Wright. TOWIE original, mum, businesswoman, and refreshing and honest guest! And yes… this episode goes there. From PND, antidepressants, and the black cloud that hit her the moment she walked through the front door with her newborn, to stabbing a football with a carving knife because the kids just wouldn't stop. Jess holds nothing back. She opens up about her son Presley's heart condition diagnosis, the moment a doctor told her he would need open heart surgery, and how she held herself together long enough to host a charity ball before quietly…
22 Apr 2026 · 20 min

Millennial Nostalgia & The Science of Mitosis with Matt Green | No Parental Guidance Bonus

The science doesn't stop! In this bonus episode of No Parental Guidance, we go beyond the textbooks with The Rapping Science Teacher, Matt Green. We put Matt’s rap knowledge to the test (does he actually know Kendrick Lamar?), find out why Louise is biologically programmed to sneeze at the sun, and dive into the fascinating world of genetics. In this bonus drop: The Rap Quiz: Matt tries to "finish the lyric" for some of the biggest names in the game. ACHOO Syndrome: We finally name the "sneeze-fest" Louise experiences every time the sun comes out. (Yes, it’s a real thing!) The Clone Theory:…
20 Apr 2026 · 41 min

The Rapping Science Teacher: Making GCSE Revision Fun for Millions | No Parental Guidance

Can drill music actually help your kids pass their GCSEs? In this week’s episode of No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the smartest guy on TikTok, Matt Green. With a Master’s in Neuroscience and over 300 million views, Matt has transformed the UK education system by turning "boring" science into viral rap bangers. But behind the viral fame and winning the Tik Tok educator award in Dubai, Matt is a dad of three just trying to navigate the chaos of parenting. From the terrifying medical emergency during the birth of his first son to the hilarious "Yoda Bag" misunderstanding that he still…
15 Apr 2026 · 28 min

Pregnancy Waxing Horrors & Retinol Fails with Genevieve Turley | No Parental Guidance

Welcome to a special No Parental Guidance Bonus Show! This week, we’ve recruited the brilliant Genevieve Turley (@genevieveturleymua) to be our "Beauty Agony Aunt." We’re reading out YOUR most mortifying makeup and skincare dilemmas, from DIY disasters to pregnancy pampering gone wrong. In this bonus episode, we’re diving into: The Eyebrow Slug Incident: What happens when "5 minutes of peace" turns into 20 minutes of black dye? :snail: The Pregnancy Waxing Horror: Why the "most painful wax ever" left one listener feeling like a plucked hedgehog. :drop_of_blood::hedgehog: "Tangoed" in the…
13 Apr 2026 · 47 min

Genevieve Turley on Her IVF Journey: "Chop my arm off, I just want a baby"

"Chop my arm off, I just want a baby." This week on No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the incredible Genevieve Turley (@genevieveturleymua). From her high-pressure days as an RAF Burns & Plastics nurse to becoming a viral makeup sensation, Genevieve doesn't hold back on the realities of motherhood, IVF, and growing up way too fast. We dive deep into Genevieve’s emotional IVF journey; the stress of shrinking embryos and the moment she realised she only had one shot. Plus, Louise and Genevieve compare their wildly different starts to puberty (starting at 9 vs. 15!), Whether you’re…
6 Apr 2026 · 26 min

Adam Kay Explains What’s Normal For Your Baby | No Parental Guidance

This week on No Parental Guidance, we’re joined by former doctor and bestselling author Adam Kay for a hilarious, honest and slightly chaotic deep dive into your parenting dilemmas. From pregnancy fears to “is this normal?” moments, Adam answers your biggest questions, including concerns around gestational diabetes, measuring big during pregnancy, and why sometimes your baby just isn’t following the “rules”. We also get into the reality behind medical advice, why Google isn’t always your friend, and the truth about how accurate those routine pregnancy checks really are. And then… things take…
30 Mar 2026 · 48 min

BAFTA WINNER ADAM KAY: Why I Can’t Be My Kids’ Doctor

Adam Kay, the former NHS doctor and author of the global bestseller This Is Going To Hurt, joins Hannah and Louise to discuss his journey through fatherhood and surrogacy. This episode dives into the chaos of life after the medical profession, from the emotional reality of missing his daughter’s birth to his hilarious refusal to be the "family doctor" when his kids have a cough. If you are interested in parenting stories, surrogacy experiences, or the transition from the NHS to authorship, this interview is a must-watch. Episode Highlights Hannah and Louise share recent parenting fails…
25 Mar 2026 · 17 min

Katie Piper reacts to your parenting fails | No Parental Guidance

This week on the No Parental Guidance podcast, we are joined by the incredible Katie Piper for a hilarious, filter-free look at the absolute chaos of raising kids. From cringeworthy parenting fails sent in by our listeners to the "fine system" Katie uses to keep her household in check, this episode is a deep dive into the relatable parenting struggles we all face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About No Parental Guidance

Welcome to No Parental Guidance, the unfiltered, laugh-out-loud podcast from Fabulous, that’s the antidote to the impossibly perfect world of Instagram parenting. Hosted by the brilliantly funny Louise Boyce and Hannah East, No Parental Guidance is a safe space for real mums to talk openly and hilariously about the chaos, guilt, and of course joys of parenthood.

No Parental Guidance is a English kids & family podcast from Hannah East & Louise Boyce. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Hannah East & Louise Boyce
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 45 min
Latest episode: 5 Oct 2026
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