The Toddle About Show is the parenting podcast for families with babies, toddlers and preschool children aged 0–5. Hosted by Bill and Emily Clapson, each episode brings honest conversations, practical parenting advice, real-life hacks, expert insights and inspiring stories from the people supporting young families. Featuring child development specialists, local businesses and parents navigating everyday life, The Toddle About Show helps you feel more confident, connected and prepared for the adventure of raising little ones.
Parent Guilt: Why Do We Always Feel Like We're Not Doing Enough?
Do you ever feel guilty that you're not spending enough time with your children, that they have too much screen time, or that you've lost your temper? You're certainly not alone.
In this episode of The Toddle About Show, Bill and Emily talk honestly about parent guilt and the many different ways it can creep into family life. From working-parent guilt and screen time to comparing ourselves with other families on social media, they explore why so many parents feel they're somehow not doing enough.
They also talk about the pressure to be the perfect parent, the realities of gentle parenting, finding time for each child and why treating siblings fairly doesn't always mean treating them exactly the same.
It's an honest conversation about the ups and downs of parenting, with a reminder that nobody gets everything right all the time. Sometimes the small moments matter most, and being a good parent doesn't mean being a perfect one.
If you've ever questioned whether you're doing enough, this episode is a reminder that you're not the only one.
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20 Oct 2026
Baby Milestones: Every Child Develops at Their Own Pace
Are you comparing your baby's milestones with other children and wondering whether they're developing as they should? It's easy to feel under pressure when other parents talk about first words, crawling or walking, but every child develops at their own pace.
In this episode of The Toddle About Show, Bill and Emily Clapson share their experiences of parenting and discuss why milestones can become a source of unnecessary worry. From milestone cards and weighing appointments to the pressure of comparing children on social media, they talk about why it's important to focus on your own child's progress rather than competing with other families.
They also discuss why milestones are indicators rather than strict deadlines, why it's important to look at a child's overall development, and when a parent might want to ask for further advice.
Bill and Emily are parents, not child-development experts, so this is an honest conversation about their experiences and perspectives rather than a definitive guide to developmental milestones.
Further reading and support
Want to learn more about your child's development? These resources offer further information and guidance for parents.
Toddle About: What To Expect With Your Baby’s Motor Development (https://www.toddleabout.co.uk/parenting/what-to-expect-with-your-baby-s-motor-development/)
NHS: Your Baby’s Health and Development Reviews (https://www.nhs.uk/baby/babys-development/height-weight-and-reviews/baby-reviews/)
Healthier Together: Important Milestones: Baby Development (https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/new-parent-and-baby/important-milestones/)
Every child develops differently. If you have concerns about your child's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.
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Want to be a guest or sponsor the show? Email us at: bill@toddleabout.co.uk
6 Oct 2026
Baby-Led Weaning, Fussy Eating and Making Mealtimes Fun
Weaning can feel like a big milestone for parents. What should you give them? When should you start? What about the mess? And what happens when the food they happily ate last week suddenly becomes the food they absolutely refuse to touch?
In this episode of The Toddle About Show, Bill and Emily Clapson talk about their own experiences of weaning their children, including why they enjoyed baby-led weaning, how they dealt with the inevitable mess and why they think introducing children to lots of different flavours and textures can be so valuable.
They also talk about making food a social experience, eating together as a family, encouraging children to try new things without turning mealtimes into a battle, and their own idea of "Try It Wednesdays". The conversation moves beyond the baby years too, looking at fussy eating, children going through phases with food and why what they eat over a whole week can matter more than what happens on any one day.
Stay untill the end of the episode where we hear from Louise from Nourish(ed) Nest, a maternal and child nutritional therapist, who shares her advice for parents starting solids. She talks about building confidence around weaning, introducing different textures, letting babies explore their food and the importance of parents showing children that food and mealtimes can be enjoyable.
Whether you're just starting to think about introducing solids, dealing with a messy baby at the dinner table or trying to navigate a fussy eater, this episode is full of real family experiences, practical ideas and reassurance.
The Toddle About Show is hosted by Bill and Emily Clapson, with parenting conversations, advice and ideas for families with young children.
Find out more about Louise’s work at https://www.nourishednest.co.uk (https://www.nourishednest.co.uk)
Find out more about Toddle About and discover local activities, classes and groups for babies, toddlers and young children: https://www.toddleabout.co.uk/ (https://www.toddleabout.co.uk/)
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