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CBeebies Parenting

Pods for all parents of preschoolers. Parenting Download looks at the topics gripping your group chats, while we take your calls and put them to the experts on Parenting Helpline.

CBeebies,30 episodes

Episodes

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Helpline - Pelvic Floor Health, Exercise and Sex with Clare Bourne
Clare Bourne talks pelvic floor myths, tackling the trampoline and recovering gently.
08 Jan 2026,35 mins
Helpline - Sleep with Rosey Davidson
Sleep consultant Rosey Davidson helps Charlie debunk myths about babies and sleep.
01 Jan 2026,35 mins
Helpline - Male Fertility and Donor Conception with Shaun Greenaway
Shaun Greenaway opens up to Charlie about male infertility and redefining fatherhood.
18 Dec 2025,29 mins
Download – The art of negotiation: Tips for parents from an ex-hostage negotiator
Bedtime battles to family friction: The expert negotiation tips every parent should know.
13 Dec 2025,40 mins
Helpline - Screen Time and Online Safety with Dr Martha Deiros Collado
Dr. Marta helps Charlie tackle callers’ tricky questions on screen time and online safety.
11 Dec 2025,35 mins
Download – George Lewis and Christmas overwhelm: How to keep the magic without the meltdowns
Festive overwhelm: expert tips for a magical but calmer Christmas for your kids.
06 Dec 2025,36 mins
Helpline - Christmas on a Budget with Sophie David
Sophie shares ideas for affordable festive crafts, activities and gifts with Charlie.
04 Dec 2025,36 mins
Download – We need to talk about dads’ mental health with Professor Green & Ryan Libbey
Paternal mental health: why we need to break the silence and how to get help
29 Nov 2025,39 mins
Helpline - Grandparents and Family Dynamics with Philippa Perry
Grandparents, boundaries and bonds; Philippa gives Charlie & her dad “Gaga” honest advice.
27 Nov 2025,41 mins
Download – Is it safe to share your kids online?
Sharenting explained: why we share our children’s lives online — and how to stay safe
22 Nov 2025,32 mins
Download – How to talk to children about grief and loss – Tom Fletcher
Talking to children about grief and loss with Tom Fletcher and therapist, Amanda Orange.
14 Nov 2025,34 mins
Introducing CBeebies Parenting Download
Katie Thistleton & Guvna B unpack the week’s parenting stories with some expert advice.
12 Nov 2025,2 mins
Helpline - How do I deal with tantrums? – Dr Emma Hepburn
Toddler tantrum advice as psychologist Dr Emma Hepburn joins the studio from Scotland.
21 Aug 2025,27 mins
Helpline - How can I cope with being away from my child? – Raoul Lindsay
Dads’ mental health and wellbeing chat with therapist Raoul Lindsay.
21 Aug 2025,31 mins
Helpline - Why won’t my daughter let my husband carry out normal routines? – Dr Emma Svanberg
Attachment styles are in discussion with psychologist Dr Emma.
21 Aug 2025,27 mins
Helpline - Why doesn’t my partner want to have sex since becoming parents? – Dr Rachel Gold
Sex and relationship therapist Rachel stops by to chat sex in parenthood.
21 Aug 2025,24 mins
Helpline - How do I manage co-parenting? – Tamara Hoyton, Family Action
Relationship counsellor Tamara speaks with Holly and Charlie about co-parenting.
21 Aug 2025,26 mins
Helpline - How do I get my 2 year old to talk? – Emma Pomroy
Children’s speech development queries are answered by SLT Emma Pomroy.
21 Aug 2025,25 mins
Helpline - How can I potty train my 4 year old? – Brenda Cheer, ERIC
Potty training expert Brenda from the ERIC charity chats to Holly and Charlie.
21 Aug 2025,27 mins
Helpline - How do I manage fussy eating? – Charlotte Stirling Reid
Children’s nutritionist Charlotte talks to Charlie and Holly about fussy eating.
21 Aug 2025,28 mins
Helpline - How can my preschooler learn through play? - Sophie David (Live from Crossed Wires Festival 2025)
Early years specialist Sophie David, Charlie and Holly chat all things play.
31 Jul 2025,36 mins
Helpline - How do I afford nursery fees? - Mrs Mummypenny
Mrs Mummypenny joins Charlie and Holly and shares her money-saving tips.
04 Jun 2025,24 mins
Helpline - How can I help other parents who've experienced birth trauma? - Dr Alison McClymont
Psychologist Alison discusses birth trauma in the studio and a caller shares her story.
04 Jun 2025,29 mins
Helpline - How do I deal with feelings of overwhelm as a parent? - Dr Oscar Duke
Morning Live’s Dr Oscar joins Charlie and Holly to talk parental overwhelm and dad guilt.
04 Jun 2025,27 mins
Helpline - What's the right balance between work and parenting? - Dr Suzy Reading
Psychologist Suzy talks parent wellbeing and self-soothing with Charlie & Holly.
04 Jun 2025,25 mins
Helpline - Can I keep up my exercise routine during pregnancy? - Midwife Pip
Midwife Pip talks pregnancy exercise and birth options with Charlie and Holly.
04 Jun 2025,29 mins
Helpline - My child won't sleep through the night. What do I do? - Dr Lyndsey Hookway
Sleep specialist Lyndsey joins Charlie and Holly and a caller shares a sleep/work dilemma
04 Jun 2025,30 mins
Helpline - How do I teach my child about feelings? - Dr Martha Deiros Collado
Emotional development chat as psychologist Dr Martha joins Charlie and Holly.
04 Jun 2025,29 mins
Helpline - My child isn't walking yet, what can I do? - Dr Ranj Singh
TV doctor Dr Ranj gives the lowdown on first steps and other physical milestones.
04 Jun 2025,28 mins
Helpline - How can we help?
Potty training meltdowns? Sleep shortage? Charlie and Holly get you expert parenting help
02 Jun 2025,1 min