Stay ConnectedWelcome 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.
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.
Whether you’re a fan of Welsh icons, a parent in the thick of it, or just here for the behind-the-scenes Hollywood tea, this episode is for you!
Are you the "admin parent" in the WhatsApp groups? Have you ever had a holiday "mamma bear" moment that went totally wrong? Let us know in the comments below! We read every single one.
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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.
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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 changed how we look at anatomy forever. In this episode: The LOL Challenge: Hannah and Louise try to keep it together while discussing "poo hands" and swimming pool disasters. The Bluetooth Betrayal: Why you should always check your car settings before listening to us at the beach. The "Bat's Nose": A 4-year-old’s brutal honesty that sent us straight to Google Images (and we regret it). Toast Trauma & Sheep Milk: The wedding day mishap you have to hear to believe. Are you a "Bat Enthusiast" or just a parent hanging by a thread? Let us know your biggest fail in the comments! Love the show? Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! :bell: New episodes every Monday and Wednesday.
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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 falling apart afterwards. It's raw, it's real, and it will stay with you. There's talk of parenting fails, sleep regressions, the Bottle Fairy who absolutely did not work, and why kids save their absolute worst behaviour for the person who loves them most. Jess gets candid about life after TOWIE, why she still can't watch the clips back, the misconceptions about the Wright family, and why no one really knows the truth about who they are behind closed doors. There's also Britney Spears chat, mum jeans, Morpheus 8, and the very specific chaos of trying to film a reel in your garden when your neighbour is definitely listening. Funny, emotional, and completely unfiltered. If you've ever felt the weight of a diagnosis you didn't see coming, questioned every parenting decision you've ever made, or just needed someone to say it out loud, this one's for you. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@NoParentalGuidance?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no_parental_guidance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noparentalguidancepod No Parental Guidance is the unfiltered, laugh-out-loud parenting show that cuts through impossible standards with honesty, chaos, and empathy. #JessWright #NoParentalGuidance #MotherhoodUnfiltered #TOWIE #ParentingFails #PostnatalDepression #OpenHeartSurgery #KeepingItReal #Motherhood #RealTalk
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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: Why parents always expect their second child to be exactly like the first, and the science of why they never are.
Time Management for Kids: Matt gives his top tips on how to teach your kids "life management" before they hit the exam hall.
90s Science Memories: Bunsen burners, singed eyebrows, and the "snogging" culture of school labs.
GET YOUR GCSE FIX: Make sure to check out our main episode with Matt for the full story on his traumatic birth experience and his secret to A* results!
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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 hasn't been forgiven for, this episode covers it all.
In this episode, we dive into:
Exam Hacks: How "Earworms" and beat patterns can guarantee an A* in Science.
Traumatic Birth: Matt opens up for the first time about the Placental Abruption that led to an emergency surgery and a miracle birth. :hospital:
The "Cool Dad" Fail: Why you should always double-check the school trip's instruction letter.
The Voice UK: What it was really like being coached by Will.i.am and the secret rehearsal trick his wife used to prep him. :microphone:
Science Sunday: How to teach your kids at home (without them hating you).
Plus! Hannah and Louise take a trip down memory lane with a Noughties lyrics quiz that will have every Millennial screaming at their screen.
Check out Matt Green’s Revision Guides: Grab Matt’s "Wrapping Up" series (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) on Amazon now for the ultimate GCSE revision!
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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 Noughties: A deep dive into the 2000s era of orange faces, white necks, and smelling like a digestive biscuit. :tangerine::cookie:
The Retinol Lizard: Why "the more the better" is a dangerous game that leads to chemical burns at playgroup. :lizard:
Gen’s Nursing Secrets: Why a professional nurse faints at a speculum but can handle military trauma. :stethoscope::zzz:
Skin Fasting & Fake Tan Fails: Does your skin actually need to "breathe," and can you ever fix a handprint on your face?
Genevieve also clears up the confusion around skincare routines for tired parents and shares the absolute agony of the "baby oil and zero SPF" holiday routine we all survived in our 20s.
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"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 navigating "ball bag" tired eyes, the stress of the school run, or the mental load of fertility treatment, this episode is a reminder that we are all just winging it.
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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 a turn.
Adam shares some of the most shocking (and genuinely unbelievable) things he’s seen during his time as a doctor, including the kind of A&E stories that will stay with you forever :eyes:
As always, it’s honest, funny and full of those moments that make you realise you’re definitely not the only one questioning everything.
If you’ve ever spiralled over a symptom, questioned whether something is “normal”, or just wanted a doctor to answer your parenting questions without judgment, this episode is for you.
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No Parental Guidance is the unfiltered parenting podcast that says the quiet parts out loud and reminds parents everywhere that nobody actually knows what they’re doing.
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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 including road rage and dance recital mishaps.
The great Easter sugar debate and why Andy East refuses to buy Hannah an egg.
Adam Kay’s personal story of starting a family through surrogacy and the beauty of the process.
Why Adam stays away from medical roles at home and his fierce stance on vaccines.
A shocking story involving a Kinder Egg, an engagement ring, and an emergency room visit.
Adam’s cringe-worthy encounter at a fertility clinic involving a broken remote.
Details on Adam’s brand-new book Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctor.
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