Finding Time to Learn: 5 Podcast recommendations for busy working parents

Since becoming a mum, walking around the park with pram and now the busy life of a working parent! I’ve really leaned into podcasts—they’ve become my go-to way to learn, relax, and get inspired. I love how easy it is to work them into my routine. Whether I’m on the nursery run (also looks like I’m on a call if I don’t want to chat - anyone else?!), tidying up, or grabbing a few quiet minutes, I can pop on a podcast and dive into something new and exciting. It’s like a little window to the world, right there in my day-to-day.

Top 5 Podcast Recommendations

These days, the podcasts I keep coming back to are the ones that spark my imagination and make me want to try things in fresh, creative ways. I’m thrilled to share my top five current favourites with you! (And just to be clear, I don’t sponsor any of these—these are simply the ones that have truly resonated with me lately.) If you’re a busy parent looking to add a bit of inspiration to your day, these might just do the trick!

1. Baby on the Brain by Stylist with Fliss Thistlethwaite

   • A comprehensive guide navigating the complexities of modern parenthood

   • Perfect for new and expecting parents seeking expert insights

   • https://open.spotify.com/show/1n9PvvvKJcUkJW2anlyviY 

     
     

2. Mambition wiht Tiffany and Alex

   • Two mothers who live in the North East of England share their journey

   • Real conversations about balancing ambitious career goals with motherhood

   • Practical strategies for achieving professional success while parenting

   • https://open.spotify.com/show/4II2QSrD8NCU8m6btOgTI5 

     
     

3. Zoe - Science and Nutrition

   • Evidence-based insights into health and wellness

   • Particularly valuable for parents looking to maintain their health amid busy schedules

   • https://open.spotify.com/show/1xDawqT8Cgm6HAnbpFX5T5 

     
     

4. Diary of a CEO

   • Leadership insights and success strategies

   • Valuable perspectives for working parents in leadership roles or aspiring to advance their careers

   • https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX 

     
     

5. Dirty Mother Pukka with Anna Whitehouse

   • Raw, honest discussions about modern parenthood

   • Refreshing take on "people who happen to be parents"

   • https://open.spotify.com/show/5f2dP1jR7pYrhGRzz5NMKy 

Want to Hear More?

And if you’d like to hear a bit more from me, I’ve had the pleasure of joining a few podcasts to chat about my own journey and insights as a parental transition coach.

You can catch my conversations about parental coaching on:

1. Oakleaf Partnership - all things returning to work from parental leave : https://open.spotify.com/episode/1wOycnRruBZF05VQw9uvfa 

   
   

2. Leadership : https://open.spotify.com/episode/3jLtGASff97IrUQaDpPZmg 

   
   

3. Smooth Accounting: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4L3Pr7WmFoBS069g9K95Mc 

   
   

4. Mambition - coming soon. 

5. Belonging conversations - coming soon.

   
   

I’d love for you to tune in and join the conversation, plus let us know your favourite podcasts. 

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