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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 54 MIN

Motherhood Third Time Round with Alexandra Gillespie

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Today on the podcast, we're welcoming back the wonderful Alexandra Gillespie — writer, creator, and all-round powerhouse — for a catch-up that covers everything from the highs and lows of the fourth trimester to the beautiful chaos of life with three little ones.We dive into the reality of newborn life, the emotional rollercoaster of adjusting post-pregnancy, and the honest truths that don’t make it to Instagram. We chat about the products we love, the ones we could’ve done without, and what’s helping us survive (and sometimes thrive) in this season.It’s raw, it’s real, it’s reassuring — and we even look ahead to what’s next for Alexandra, both personally and professionally. If you’re in the thick of motherhood or just love a no-filter conversation, this episode is for you.PRODUCTS: Hushabye yoga sleep - https://www.mumzworld.com/en/yogasleep-hushh-portable-white-noise-sound-machine-16983784-4001360?source=SearchBumpsuit armadillo baby carrier - https://www.bumpsuit.co/en-ae/products/bumpsuit-armadillo-baby-carrier?srsltid=AfmBOoryTwV-9cUXfOHEFp2b03c5SXfJtrl1FOXhHzGXhPvsB2ld8v2OJoolz air stroller - https://amzn.to/4l5tNVoDoomoo feeding pillow - https://amzn.to/44xCJglBaby nest for pram - https://amzn.to/40n8lCSBeauxdesert  zip up sleep suits - https://beauxdesert.com/Portable nebulizer - https://amzn.to/4l35Q15Baby brezza washer pro - https://amzn.to/4lnpswlBeaba spoons / glass pots - https://www.mumzworld.com/en/beaba-silicone-spoon-1st-age-2pcs-set-windy-blue?source=Search - MT10 checkout Rockit rocker - https://amzn.to/4k9oZNqNanit camera - https://amzn.to/4esTZquFind Alex on instagram at @alexandraishernameBefore we dive in — a quick word from our friends at London Dairy Ice Cream. Whether you're running around after the kids or finding a minute just for you, London Dairy brings a moment of calm, a moment of indulgence, in every delicious scoop. Visit: https://linktr.ee/londondairy?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacpVdW5izbU9LHvDsKMMWn3i9TN6fbUEkKXTjQvzqmu9YNKIUqoq3ExGfbThg_aem_XqekIF5EArd4AWSPMPWPzwTHE MOTHER TONGUE PODBOOKThe Mother Tongue podbook is a collection of interviews with experts on everything you need to know about parenthood from pre-conception all the way through to when your kids starts school. Over the course of 43+ chapters, the podbook delves into the topics that all mums and mums to be wants the answers to.Buy yours now: https://mother-tongue.zbooni.com/products/mother-tongue-podbookTHE MOTHER TONGUE COMPETITIONTo enter our competition:Follow or subscribe to the Mother Tongue podcastLeave us a rating (go on, make it a 5-star day!)Make sure you are following Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina on instagramThen head to @wearemothertongue on Instagram—we’ll be announcing the winner there when Season 14 wraps!You’ve got until the final episode drops to enter, and the prize is valid for three months—so go ahead, start dreaming of that mini staycay.

Today on the podcast, we're welcoming back the wonderful Alexandra Gillespie — writer, creator, and all-round powerhouse — for a catch-up that covers everything from the highs and lows of the fourth trimester to the beautiful chaos of life with three little ones. We dive into the reality of newborn life, the emotional rollercoaster of adjusting post-pregnancy, and the honest truths that don’t make it to Instagram. We chat about the products we love, the ones we could’ve done without, and what...

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