NewlyDads

About NewlyDads

NewlyDads with Ollie & Gareth Locke-Locke Double the nappies, double the night feeds, and double the love—because Ollie and Gareth are brand-new dads… to twins! Join the Locke-Lockes every week as they dive headfirst into the beautiful chaos of fatherhood. From sleep deprivation and messy milestones to the little wins that make it all worthwhile, this is an honest, hilarious, and heartwarming look at life as first-time parents. Along the way, they’ll be joined by brilliant guests—friends, family, experts, and fellow parents—sharing stories of solidarity, mishaps, and everything in between. No topic is off-limits: fertility journeys, same-sex parenting, relationship shifts, mental health, family dynamics, and the sheer madness of raising two babies at once. Whether you’re expecting, a brand-new parent yourself, or just here for the laughs and honesty, NewlyDads is your weekly reminder that nobody has it figured out—but we’re all in it together. 👶 Expect: Totally unfiltered chats about the highs and lows of parenting Relatable family fails (and occasional wins) Inspiring conversations with special guests Plenty of laughs, love, and maybe a few tears New episodes every week—follow & subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Come and be part of the NewlyDads community. Follow @NewlyDadsPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

JamPot Productions

Category

comedy · kids & family · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

19 Sept 2023

Latest episode

13 Feb 2024

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Feb 2024

   19: It's Georgia Kousoulou!!!

   It's a British reality TV crossover for the ages: 'Made In Chelsea' meets 'TOWIE', as this week Ollie and Gareth are joined by Essex's most popular agony aunt, Georgia Kousoulou. Georgia talks all about her family life with Tommy Mallett and their adorable boy Brody, as well as bravely opening up about her struggles with motherhood and the difficulties of trying for a second child. She also gives Ollie and Gareth lots of tips on parenting taken from her brand-new book 'I Wish I Knew' (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wish-Knew-Lessons-perfect-Mothers/dp/1399619837), which is available to pre-order now. Instagram: @newlydads TikTok: @newlydads Email: newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk (mailto:newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk) - Georgia Kousoulou: https://www.instagram.com/georgiakousoulou/?hl=en - Credits: Podcast Producer: @ben_johns Executive Producer: @jemimarathbone Videographer: @jamierg99 Video editor: @jakeji.p Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   6 Feb 2024

   18: How to get your baby to sleep! Ft. sleep expert Heidi Skudder

   The NewlyDads are running on fumes... it's been sleepless nights with Cosima and Apollo, so they have turned to sleep expert Heidi Skudder from Positively Parenthood to find out how they can get their twins to fall asleep. Heidi explains how she got to the bottom of Ollie and Gareth's babies' sleeping issues, and shares her golden tips for getting your children to drift off peacefully. If you're a tired, exhausted, stressed out parent, then this episode is definitely one for you. Any experts online caught your eye? Let us know if you'd like to hear Ollie and Gareth chat to them on an episode via newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk! Instagram: @newlydads TikTok: @newlydads Email: newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk (mailto:newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk) - Heidi Skudder: https://www.instagram.com/heidi.positivelyparenthood/?hl=en-gb - Credits: Podcast Producer: @ben_johns Executive Producer: @jemimarathbone Videographer: @jamierg99 Video editor: @jakeji.p Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   30 Jan 2024

   17: It’s time to face the music! ft Bach to Baby

   Ollie and Gareth are back once again, with returning special guests Cosima and Apollo. After a restless night, the dads weigh up just how to hackle their lack of sleep, and think up their dream lullaby… Slipknot, it won’t be you. Today, the NewlyDads are talking all about music, and are joined by Miaomiao Yu, the founder of Bach to Baby, to find out how classical music could help your newborn. Ollie and Gareth learn why the classics are so important for children, and for anyone struggling to get their baby to settle, they also find out what music can help your baby fall asleep. A lifesaver! And they brush up on their own musical skills and dust off their recorder… brace your ears for impact. If you have any questions or experts you’re interested in hearing Ollie and Gareth talk about on the podcast, then send them into newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk! Instagram: @newlydads TikTok: @newlydads Email: newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk (mailto:newlydads@jampotproductions.co.uk) - Bach To Baby - https://www.instagram.com/bachtobaby/?hl=en - Credits: Podcast Producer: @ben_johns Executive Producer: @jemimarathbone Videographer: @jamierg99 Video editor: @jakeji.p Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

4.4 / 5

127 ratings

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