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The Night Feed: The Podcast for New Mums

The Night Feed: The Podcast for New Mums

Charlotte Smith 132 episodes Latest Jun 11, 2026

A podcast for new mothers, offering companionship during night feeds. The host shares stories, tips, and interviews with other mamas about birth, breastfeeding, and motherhood. It aims to create a supportive community where listeners can laugh, cry, and feel less alone.

Episodes

Did Covid Kill “The Village”? and Avoiding Nipple Confusion Jun 11, 2026 1932 Did Covid quietly destroy “the village” mothers once relied on?In this episode, I explore how motherhood has changed since the pandemic and whether modern parenting has become far more isolated than previous generations.From family “dropping in” to neighbours helping with babies, many mums grew up hearing stories about a village that simply doesn’t seem to exist anymore. But did Covid permanently
Mommymaxxing, Baby Heatwave Anxiety & Quiet Quitting Parenting Advice Jun 3, 2026 2148 I'm back after a week away in South Wales and honestly…straight back into the teething trenches. I’m talking record bad sleep, breastfeeding during a heatwave and surviving bedtime with three kids while running on fumes.In this episode we chat:Holiday survival tips for travelling with babies and toddlersBaby heatwave anxiety and the panic around room temperatures, tog guides and overheatingWh
The Attention Economy vs Motherhood + Baby Monitor Fail Story May 20, 2026 1484 Why does modern motherhood feel so overwhelming, even when you’re doing everything right?In this episode of The Night Feed, I explore the growing impact of the attention economy on mums, and why today’s mothers are experiencing a level of mental load, overstimulation and pressure like never before.From endless scrolling during night feeds to constant comparison and parenting advice online, it’s ea
New Mum Regrets, Resenting Your Partner & “Is Work Easier Than a Newborn?” May 13, 2026 2647 In this episode of The Night Feed, we’re having an honest, unfiltered conversation about early motherhood: the parts no one really prepares you for.From the biggest regrets mums have in the newborn stage to feeling resentment towards your partner after having a baby, this episode is for any mum who feels overwhelmed, touched out, or like she’s quietly struggling behind the scenes.We also dive into
Are You Doing Baby Sleep “Wrong”? Weaning Fears & The Truth About Modern Motherhood May 6, 2026 1519 In this episode of The Night Feed, I explore how baby sleep differs around the world and why there’s no single “right” way to do it. From sleep training in the US to co-sleeping and slower-paced parenting in places like Sweden and Spain, this conversation is a reminder that cultural norms shape how we parent more than we realise.I also talk about the pressure millennial parents are under; raising
Why Your Baby Will Only Sleep on You, Mum Comparison & Decision Fatigue Apr 26, 2026 1720 Welcome back to The Night Feed. This episode is all about the mental load of motherhood; from decision fatigue to baby sleep struggles, comparison, and those days where you feel completely touched out.I talk about one of those nights where everything feels harder and why, even after no sleep, you will get through the next day (even if it’s powered by coffee).We dive into decision fatigue in mother
Maternal Body Image, Mother-in-Law Boundaries & Postpartum Rage Apr 15, 2026 2353 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the more emotional parts of early motherhood: postpartum body image, setting boundaries with family, and the rise of something many mums are quietly experiencing: postpartum rage.I share a listener email about struggling with maternal self-image after having a baby. Even after a healthy pregnancy, body changes, constant hung
How to Overcome New Mum Struggles: Car Seat Refusal, 5am Wake Ups & More Apr 8, 2026 1590 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the real-life challenges that come up in early motherhood — from car seat refusal to disrupted sleep as the mornings get lighter.I share a beautiful parenting idea sent in by a listener — the “Sweet Dream Ticket” — a simple but powerful way to help children feel safe at night and ease nightmares.We then get into your emails.
Social Media & Motherhood, Mum Anxiety, Comparison & Mental Load Apr 3, 2026 1539 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about something that affects almost every new mum, whether we realise it or not — the impact of social media on motherhood, our mental health, and how we see ourselves.I share a conversation I had this week about how susceptible we are as mums to algorithms and online marketing. As one of the biggest consumer groups, we’re constantly bein
The Rise of Slow Motherhood and Being a "Good Mum" in a Broken System Mar 25, 2026 1929 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I talk about slow motherhood, contact nap guilt, and being a "good mum" in a broken system.I start by sharing a trend that’s gaining traction this year called slow motherhood. It’s the opposite of hyper-productive parenting culture and focuses on simpler days, fewer activities, less pressure to optimise childhood, and more time at home with
Dealing With Postpartum Rage and The Reality of Maternity Leave Mar 18, 2026 1988 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the things that quietly weigh on so many new mums — insomnia during night feeds, the exhaustion of baby sleep struggles, and the growing urge many of us feel to quit social media.A listener shares two simple things that helped her cope with postpartum insomnia when lying awake at 3am after settling the baby. From turning the
How to get Baby to Sleep Longer Stretches and Being Afraid of Labour Mar 11, 2026 1578 Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the biggest worries new and expectant mums quietly carry; baby sleep struggles, the pressure to have a baby sleeping through the night, and the fear many women feel before giving birth.A listener writes in during a 3am feed asking the question so many parents Google in the middle of the night: how do I get my baby to sleep l

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