The Hot Mess Mums Club

Gemma Donnelly joins the Hot Mess Mums Club to talk about why so many women feel overwhelmed, overstimulated and unable to switch off — and what we can actually do about it. In this episode, Gemma shares her own journey from a high-pressure corporate career into coaching, and explains why burnout, people pleasing, guilt and self-doubt are so common, particularly for women who feel responsible for everyone else. We talk about the nervous system, why “just think positively” often isn’t enough, how to build healthier boundaries, the role of anger, dealing with other people’s opinions and what to do when you know something in your life needs to change. Gemma also shares practical ways to create more calm, including journaling, movement, breathing techniques and simple ways to reduce mental overload. Gemma Donnelly is the confidence and resilience coach behind Coaching With Gemma in Manchester. She provides 1:1 confidence and resilience coaching for women, and workplace resilience training, team workshops and leadership coaching for leaders, teams and organisations in Manchester, Cheshire and online. Her practical coaching works with the mind and nervous system to help people quiet busy minds, reduce overthinking and self-doubt, build confidence, handle workplace pressure and prevent burnout. Learn more about her at https://www.coachingwithgemma.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olympic medallist and broadcaster Katharine Merry joins Kelly for a brilliantly candid conversation about life after elite sport, motherhood, hormones, resilience and learning to give yourself a break. Katharine reflects on becoming the fastest girl in the world at just 14, winning an Olympic medal and later breaking new ground as the first female stadium commentator at an Olympic Games. She also opens up about the physical and mental toll of elite athletics, retiring through injury and rebuilding her identity beyond sport. The conversation then turns to motherhood. Katharine shares what it was like having her children in her late 30s, why she thinks parenting teenagers is the hardest stage yet, and the advice that helped her through the exhausting early years. She also talks openly about perimenopause, hot flushes, irritability and poor sleep, her experience of HRT, and why finding the right medical support made such a difference. Plus, Katharine reveals her slightly unconventional form of self-care, why she’d choose a long shower over a spa day every time, and the two pieces of advice she wants every woman to remember: Back yourself — and stop beating yourself up. A funny, honest and reassuring conversation about the many different versions of ourselves we become throughout life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Makeup artist and entrepreneur Cassie Lomas joins Jenny to discuss the next chapter of her career as she prepares to launch her own makeup brand after 30 years in the beauty industry. Cassie explains why she wanted to create a simple capsule collection for women who feel overwhelmed by makeup, and why she believes the best approach is often to stop overthinking and “just make it happen.” The pair also have an honest conversation about losing parents, supporting loved ones through dementia and continuing to balance grief with motherhood, work and everyday responsibilities. Cassie shares how the experience changed her approach to her health, while she and Jenny compare their experiences of perimenopause, brain fog and finding the support that works for them. Cassie also reflects on raising teenagers, creating a more sustainable work-life balance and building a business that allows her to remain creative while working on her own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Real Housewives of Cheshire star Leanne Brown returns to Hot Mess Mums for one of her most honest conversations yet. Leanne opens up about the reality behind the headlines—from the collapse of a luxury lifestyle and financial hardship to the breakdown of her 25-year relationship with footballer Wes Brown. She shares how navigating perimenopause, motherhood, grief and starting over forced her to rediscover who she really is. Together, Kelly and Leanne discuss: Why so many women experience a "midlife awakening" The hidden realities behind wealth and public life Life after divorce and rebuilding your identity Financial independence and self-worth Perimenopause, HRT and the impact hormones have on mental health Healing childhood wounds, forgiveness and personal growth Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself This is a powerful conversation about resilience, courage and learning to choose yourself—even when everything else falls apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and content creator Alyssa Kyria, better known as The Funny Mummy, joins Kelly to share the unexpected journey that took her from struggling actress to one of the UK's most relatable parenting comedians. Alyssa opens up about the difficult early years of performing to tiny crowds, creating her own opportunities when the industry wouldn't open doors, and why becoming a mum – something she feared would end her career – ultimately became the making of it. The conversation also explores ADHD, rejection sensitivity, perimenopause, HRT, social media, mental health, and why making women feel seen has become the driving force behind everything she creates. A funny, honest and reassuring conversation about resilience, reinvention and discovering that success doesn't always look the way you imagined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are so many women being told their symptoms are anxiety, stress or depression when hormones may be the real cause? In this episode of Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by Dr Holly Carding, GP and hormone health clinician at Newson Clinic, to discuss the realities of perimenopause, menopause and women's hormone health. Dr Holly explains why symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog, low mood, poor sleep, palpitations and even tinnitus are often overlooked, how hormone changes can affect every aspect of a woman's life, and why better education is needed for both patients and healthcare professionals. We also discuss HRT, common misconceptions around hormone treatment, the impact of menopause on careers and relationships, and how women can advocate for themselves when seeking support. In this episode: The most common menopause and perimenopause symptoms Why mental health symptoms are often linked to hormone changes The dangers of misinformation on social media How hormones affect work, relationships and confidence When lifestyle changes may not be enough The role of HRT and hormone optimisation Resources women can use to better understand their symptoms A practical and empowering conversation for any woman wanting to better understand her body and hormone health.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when you stop living for everyone else and start living for yourself? In this honest and inspiring conversation, Sarah Jayne Dunn opens up about leaving Hollyoaks, finding her voice in her 40s, embracing reinvention and refusing to let fear or judgement dictate her choices. Sarah shares the reality behind the headlines, discussing motherhood, confidence, people-pleasing, OnlyFans, friendships, social media, body confidence and the importance of creating a life that works for you and your family. The conversation also explores the power of women supporting women, the confidence she's found through pole fitness, her coaching journey, and why she's determined to encourage others to embrace their authentic selves. Plus, Sarah reveals her dream of appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and explains why she's finally putting that ambition out into the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when years of pushing through finally catch up with you? This week on the Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by hormone health coach Katie Christian for a powerful, raw conversation about women’s hormone health, nervous system regulation, relationship breakdown, and the invisible load so many women carry in silence. Katie opens up about her own journey from hitting rock bottom with PMDD symptoms to rebuilding her life, educating thousands of women, and learning what it truly means to choose herself. We talk about:• Why so many women are dismissed when seeking help• The truth about hormones, stress and nervous system regulation• Why women are often conditioned to put everyone else first• Healing after heartbreak and rebuilding your identity• The danger of “quick fixes” and why basics matter most• Learning to trust yourself again• How self-care, honesty and vulnerability can become your greatest tools for healing This is an honest conversation about breaking cycles, finding your voice, and remembering just how powerful women really are. You can find Katie on Instagram: @katiechristian If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny end this series by discussing Jenny's daughter being on jury duty, clearing out old items & plans for the half term. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny discuss how their kids are using technology and debate whether it's a good thing or not. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back and are chatting about Jenny's birthday, the upcoming coronation & Jenny was faced with a tough question from her daughter. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easter is here! Here Kelly & Jenny discuss how Easter always feels like a busy time of the year and they discuss how different their Easter Holidays are this year. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Heidi Range who discusses her time with Sugababes as well as life as a mum. She talks about her upcoming 40th birthday as well as the struggles she faced leaving her child for the first time. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clio Wood is the author of Get Your Mojo Back: Sex, Pleasure and Intimacy After Birth - a frank guide to an under-discussed feminist topic: sex after birth. Enables women to reclaim their sexuality and improve their mental and physical wellbeing in motherhood. Here she discusses the topic with Kelly & Jenny. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mother's Day is this weekend and Kelly & Jenny share their plans for the special day. Spoiler alert - they're very different! The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny spent this year's International Women's Day together at a swanky event in Manchester and Kelly stayed over at Powell Towers. Here they discuss what they've been up to and Jenny tells Kelly how she got into trouble off one of her daughters this week. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Kelly discusses how she's experiencing burnout and Jenny offers advice on the best way to cope and shares her own experiences with it. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by presenter Jeff Brazier who talks about his life as a dad of 2 boys. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly and Jenny talk about the importance of protein, the mums get ready for Valentine's Day, and Jen tells all about her chance encounter with Marcus Rashford at the gym!  The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back! To kick off season twelve, they chat about seeing Beyonce, keeping consistent with fitness routines and how it feels to parent your parents. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very Happy New Year from Kelly & Jenny! Today we’re looking back at some of our favourite moments from season eleven, featuring some of our amazing guests. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Christmas Eve, Eve! Join Kelly and Jenny as they chat about Christmas dinner plans, what their kids take on Santa is and producer Megan hosts a Chrimbo quiz… can you guess the artists before the Hot Mess Mums can? The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny chat about mum stresses around Christmas time, keeping up traditions, charity shop drops and how Kelly's other half set the bins on fire! The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Kelly and Jenny as they talk about the joys of cosy nights in and schools giving kids days off for Christmas shopping - plus the Hot Mess Mums start to look ahead to the New Year. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny have a good gossip with singer, theatre star and X Factor winner Sam Bailey. They chat about juggling work and family, raising a child with autism and homeschooling. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Kelly & Jenny while they gossip and catch up. Talk is about getting Christmas ready, friends that are tonics, and this week they ask - is a bit of jealousy healthy in relationships?  The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by fellow podcaster, Francesca Amber. They chat about the challenges that face single mums, bringing up twins on your own and the power of making things happen through manifesting. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are chatting about how challenging relationships can be, holidays and disappointment. Plus there’s some talk of a new addition to the Pegg household!  The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are chatting with Lynsey Queen Of Clean about decluttering the home ready for December and dealing with internet trolls. Hear how Kelly's little one Heath accidently learned a new naughty word too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny talk about being Halloween scrooges, relaxation rituals, slow living and the importance of taking time out for yourself. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Jean Johansson, the gorgeous Glaswegian lighting up our screens on the Channel 4 show 'A Place In The Sun'. They chat about balancing family life with working away, representation in the telly industry and how parenting evolves as the kids grow up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back for series eleven. This week they chat about body hair, choosing to get plastic surgery done for yourself and bumping into the dads from the school gates while you’re getting a boob job! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Kelly & Jenny for the last episode of the season, from the Quooker HQ in Manchester! They talk about the concept of booking themselves out of life for a day, hall passes and getting the kids settled back into school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are together at the Quooker showrooms in Manchester! They chat about family holidays past and present, both abroad and when relying on Great British weather and talk somehow turns to... erm... swinging. This episode was recorded before the death of Queen Elizabeth II Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are finally re-united face to face at the Quooker showrooms in Manchester! They chat about why the kitchen is the heart of the home, share some nostalgic stories and talk dream taps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by a Hot Mess Dad this week! Dino woke up the East Midlands on Capital FM for years, but recently he's been busy waking up his two boys and getting them to the school gates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Olympian and Gladiator, Jennifer Stoute! They chat about Jennifer having her bum in a shop window, gracefully going grey and the menopause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are chatting about the love letters they’ve received, the joys of growing up without social media and people being too 'woke’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny discuss the newest addition to the Powell household, share tips for filling the long days of the summer holidays and big up Melissa, this week's heroine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back and discussing what they've been up to in the past week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny get together for a good gossip this week. The messy mums talk about birthday parties, how they coped during the heat wave, and raunchy telly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by singer & actress Michelle Heaton to talk about her life as a mum of 2 and how she balances family life with work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Naveed Mardi a "Manny" live from LA to talk about his career change from Rugby to Nanny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back for their 10th series on The Hot Mess Mums Club. In the first episode of the series, the pair discuss how their kids are at a new stage of their life and Kelly opens up about her kids moving out in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Olympic Gold medalist Sally Gunnell who discusses her life as a mum to her 3 boys  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Charlotte from Say It With Diamonds who tells them all about the story of her business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Kelly & Jenny talk to Jenny's daughter Connie as she returns home from university. In the episode they discuss Jenny as a mum, how she felt when Connie moved away for University and the relationship they have as mother and daughter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Julie Neville who discusses her life raising a family in Florida Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by author & comedian Sophie McCartney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by global parenting expert Jo Frost. Sponsored by Quooker, Quooker taps are a brilliant addition to any family home. Their Flex, Fusion and Nordic taps look great in any kitchen, they’re energy and water -efficient and are safe to use with little ones running around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices