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The Night Feed: The Podcast for New Mums

The Night Feed: The Podcast for New Mums

Charlotte Smith 132 Episodes Jul 22, 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

What is Possum Parenting and how to Cope with Being Perma-Tired
What is Possum Parenting and how to Cope with Being Perma-Tired Jul 22, 2026 1998 Welcome back to Season 6 of The Night Feed! After a little unplanned break, I'm back. Life got wonderfully busy over the last couple of weeks, but I knew I wanted to come back feeling refreshed with plenty to chat about.In this episode, I'm sharing some of the parenting moments that have completely filled my heart recently.I also answer a listener's question that I think so many of
How to Make Motherhood Feel Lighter and The 4 Month Sleep Regression
How to Make Motherhood Feel Lighter and The 4 Month Sleep Regression Jul 1, 2026 1219 Today's episode is for every mum who's ever felt like motherhood has become another self-improvement project.☕ If you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenightfeedAfter a 3am co-sleeping toilet trip (baby in tow!), I'm chatting about the growing conversation around "mommymaxxing", from sleep routines and weaning to
Are Modern Mums Narcissistic? Erica Komisar's Controversial Claim
Are Modern Mums Narcissistic? Erica Komisar's Controversial Claim Jun 25, 2026 1499 Modern motherhood is loud. Between social media, parenting advice, notifications and the endless mental load, many mums aren't lacking self-care, they're lacking silence.In this episode, I share one simple, free self-care habit that can help calm your nervous system without needing childcare, money or hours of spare time: creating a daily "No Input" pocket.If you're feelin
Did Covid Kill “The Village”? and Avoiding Nipple Confusion
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
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
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?”
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
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
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
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
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
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

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