Let’s face it regular meetups have been on hold now for the past 12 months and book clubs are needed now more than ever. We here at Bubble childcare want to BRING BACK THE BOOK CLUB. They provide a great reason to meet up regularly (we find once a month works best) and provide an ideal opportunity to discuss lots of interesting human themes.
Our fortnightly BUBBLE BOOK CLUB podcast will feature Anniki Sommerville interviewing a range of different authors - authors who write about themes that are relevant and interesting to parents everywhere.
In this episode we interview Matt Farquharson who is one half of writing powerhouse Anna Whitehouse with his wife Anna Whitehouse. We talk about the core themes of 'Underbelly,' and how social media can be both a force for good and not so good (the two characters in here have a very different profile and yet end up having a lot of common struggles). We also talk about whether the parenting dynamic is shifting post pandemic with more men stepping up to share the domestic load. We highly recommend this book for your Book Club so put the kettle on and have a listen!
Underbelly - by Anna Whitehouse - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Underbelly-Anna-Whitehouse/dp/1398702463 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Underbelly-Anna-Whitehouse/dp/1398702463)
On IG follow Matt- https://www.instagram.com/matt.farquharson/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/matt.farquharson/?hl=en)
Follow Anna- https://www.instagram.com/mother_pukka/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/mother_pukka/?hl=en)
13 Sept 2021
4. But Why- How to Answer Tricky Questions from kids? with Clemmie Telford
In this episode Anniki chats to Clemmie Telford about her new book 'But Why? How to Answer tricky questions from kids and have an honest conversation with yourself.'
In the book Clemmie tackles all those thorny questions we get from our kids and finds way for us to navigate our way through so we can provide solid answers and provoke interesting conversations rather than shut them down. She also talks about how hard it is sometimes to find the energy and resource to really answer questions rather than fob children off - especially when we're busy and perhaps a bit burnt out. Anniki and Clemmie also talk about the importance of taking time out ourselves so we can re-set - this is especially important as we emerge out of difficult times.
Clemmie's book: - https://www.amazon.co.uk/But-Why-questions-conversation-yourself/dp/147227878X (https://www.amazon.co.uk/But-Why-questions-conversation-yourself/dp/147227878X)
If you want to book childcare with Bubble so you can form your own book club: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698 (https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698)
Produced and Edited by Audio Coast (//www.audiocoast.co.uk)
16 Aug 2021
3. Get Divorced, Be Happy with Helen Thorn
In this week's 'Bubble Book Club' Anniki interviews Helen Thorn who is one half of The Scummy Mummies and has recently written a book all about her experience of getting divorced which is called 'Get Divorced, Be Happy,' which describes Helen's experience of her marriage ending and how she emerged from what initially felt like a catastrophe into a more confident, more self-aware parent. The book is an uplifting and funny read and provides lots of expert tips on how to navigate divorce and separation and thrive.
Helen's book which is out on July 27th: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Get-Divorced-Be-Happy-becoming-ebook/dp/B08W2254D2 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Get-Divorced-Be-Happy-becoming-ebook/dp/B08W2254D2)
Relate: https://www.relate.org.uk (https://www.relate.org.uk/)
If you want to book childcare with Bubble so you can form your own book club: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698 (https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698)
Produced and Edited by Audio Coast (//www.audiocoast.co.uk)
30 Jul 2021
2. My Child and Other Mistakes with Ellie Taylor
In this weeks episode Anniki interviews author, actress and comedienne Ellie Taylor about her new book 'My Child and Other Mistakes'. They chat about how ill-prepared we all are for becoming mothers, how the expectation is often very different to the reality and how there are constant highs and lows when it comes to the parenting journey. They also discuss that helpful parenting mantra - 'Everything is a phase,' which can get us through some painful parenting challenges. Ellie's book is a rollercoaster ride through the realities of parenting and comes highly recommended so why not make it your next book club read?
Ellie's Book: My Child and Other Mistakes with Ellie Taylor ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Child-Other-Mistakes-possible/dp/1529362997/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=117425574914&dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3f6HBhDHARIsAD_i3D9Vz5lE4vZLmyF_EyrOrqiiOT-MD4waxyl4_lPSmv_naSHiu4YgUH0aAnoeEALw_wcB&hvadid=484334373240&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9045945&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=7859162494140760852&hvtargid=kwd-1053304042475&hydadcr=18479_1816596&keywords=my+child+and+other+mistakes&qid=1627376945&sr=8-1)
If you want to book childcare with Bubble so you can form your own book club: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698 (https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698)
Produced and Edited by Audio Coast (//www.audiocoast.co.uk)
16 Jul 2021
1. My Wild and Sleepless Nights with Clover Stroud
In this launch episode of the Bubble Book Club, Anniki Sommerville interviews Sunday Times bestselling author Clover Stroud about her recent novel - ‘My Wild and Sleepless Nights’. In the book, she vividly describes her experience of mothering 5 children and the challenges of looking after a newborn and teen at the same time. Her language is evocative and moving but also doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to reflecting how motherhood can often be a rollercoaster of emotions. Clover also discusses the pressures of social media and how what we see doesn’t often reflect the reality!
Resources:
Clover Stroud’s book- My Wild and Sleepless Nights (https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=WILD+AND+SLEEPLESS+NIGHTS&ref=nb_sb_noss_2)
If you want to book childcare with Bubble so you can form your own book club: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698 (https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bubble-find-childcare-now/id1089980698)
Produced and Edited by Audio Coast (//www.audiocoast.co.uk)
12 Jul 2021
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Our fortnightly BUBBLE BOOK CLUB podcast will feature Anniki Sommerville interviewing a range of different authors - authors who write about themes that are relevant and interesting to parents everywhere. Inject new life into your existing book club or why not start an entirely new one with a couple of mates.
Get inspiration for your own book club and DM us on IG about yours and we’ll shout out to a different book club each episode @bubble-childcare
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