If you’ve ever found yourself whispering “why is my toddler like this?” while hiding in the bathroom, the CBeebies Parenting Helpline podcast might be just what you need. Back for a second series today, the hit podcast from the UK’s most beloved children’s channel promises more expert advice, honest conversations, and relatable parenting moments — all wrapped up in humour and heart.
Hosted by TV personality and wellness advocate Holly Hagan-Blyth, alongside BBC Radio 1’s Charlie Hedges (Dance Anthems, Live Lounge), CBeebies Parenting Helpline is part of the wider CBeebies Parenting online resource, aimed at supporting parents of early years children.
The podcast returns with a fresh lineup of expert guests including child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling Reed, relationship therapist Rachel Gold, and Clinical Psychologist Dr Emma Hepburn. Together, they’ll tackle listener-submitted questions on the everyday challenges of parenting young children — from fussy eating and tantrums to relationship strain and shared parenting struggles.
Real questions from real parents anchor each episode, with topics including:
- How do I manage fussy eating?
- Why doesn’t my partner want to have sex after we became parents?
- How do I handle tantrums?
- How do I let go and allow my husband to be a more involved parent?
Listeners can expect a mix of practical tips and raw, relatable stories as Holly and Charlie share their own experiences as new mums. The podcast aims to be “a supportive, judgement-free space for parents to feel seen, heard and understood.”
Whether it’s stories of potty training gone hilariously wrong or deeply personal insights into mental health and bonding, this series continues its mission of reassuring and uplifting parents — one episode at a time.
CBeebies Parenting Helpline is available first on BBC Sounds and weekly on all other podcast platforms from today. Visual episodes will also be available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
