The Hot Mess Mums Club

Former Real Housewives of Cheshire star Leanne Brown returns to Hot Mess Mums for one of her most honest conversations yet. Leanne opens up about the reality behind the headlines—from the collapse of a luxury lifestyle and financial hardship to the breakdown of her 25-year relationship with footballer Wes Brown. She shares how navigating perimenopause, motherhood, grief and starting over forced her to rediscover who she really is. Together, Kelly and Leanne discuss: Why so many women experience a "midlife awakening" The hidden realities behind wealth and public life Life after divorce and rebuilding your identity Financial independence and self-worth Perimenopause, HRT and the impact hormones have on mental health Healing childhood wounds, forgiveness and personal growth Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself This is a powerful conversation about resilience, courage and learning to choose yourself—even when everything else falls apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and content creator Alyssa Kyria, better known as The Funny Mummy, joins Kelly to share the unexpected journey that took her from struggling actress to one of the UK's most relatable parenting comedians. Alyssa opens up about the difficult early years of performing to tiny crowds, creating her own opportunities when the industry wouldn't open doors, and why becoming a mum – something she feared would end her career – ultimately became the making of it. The conversation also explores ADHD, rejection sensitivity, perimenopause, HRT, social media, mental health, and why making women feel seen has become the driving force behind everything she creates. A funny, honest and reassuring conversation about resilience, reinvention and discovering that success doesn't always look the way you imagined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are so many women being told their symptoms are anxiety, stress or depression when hormones may be the real cause? In this episode of Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by Dr Holly Carding, GP and hormone health clinician at Newson Clinic, to discuss the realities of perimenopause, menopause and women's hormone health. Dr Holly explains why symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog, low mood, poor sleep, palpitations and even tinnitus are often overlooked, how hormone changes can affect every aspect of a woman's life, and why better education is needed for both patients and healthcare professionals. We also discuss HRT, common misconceptions around hormone treatment, the impact of menopause on careers and relationships, and how women can advocate for themselves when seeking support. In this episode: The most common menopause and perimenopause symptoms Why mental health symptoms are often linked to hormone changes The dangers of misinformation on social media How hormones affect work, relationships and confidence When lifestyle changes may not be enough The role of HRT and hormone optimisation Resources women can use to better understand their symptoms A practical and empowering conversation for any woman wanting to better understand her body and hormone health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when you stop living for everyone else and start living for yourself? In this honest and inspiring conversation, Sarah Jayne Dunn opens up about leaving Hollyoaks, finding her voice in her 40s, embracing reinvention and refusing to let fear or judgement dictate her choices. Sarah shares the reality behind the headlines, discussing motherhood, confidence, people-pleasing, OnlyFans, friendships, social media, body confidence and the importance of creating a life that works for you and your family. The conversation also explores the power of women supporting women, the confidence she's found through pole fitness, her coaching journey, and why she's determined to encourage others to embrace their authentic selves. Plus, Sarah reveals her dream of appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and explains why she's finally putting that ambition out into the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when years of pushing through finally catch up with you? This week on the Hot Mess Mums Club, we’re joined by hormone health coach Katie Christian for a powerful, raw conversation about women’s hormone health, nervous system regulation, relationship breakdown, and the invisible load so many women carry in silence. Katie opens up about her own journey from hitting rock bottom with PMDD symptoms to rebuilding her life, educating thousands of women, and learning what it truly means to choose herself. We talk about:• Why so many women are dismissed when seeking help• The truth about hormones, stress and nervous system regulation• Why women are often conditioned to put everyone else first• Healing after heartbreak and rebuilding your identity• The danger of “quick fixes” and why basics matter most• Learning to trust yourself again• How self-care, honesty and vulnerability can become your greatest tools for healing This is an honest conversation about breaking cycles, finding your voice, and remembering just how powerful women really are. You can find Katie on Instagram: @katiechristian If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny end this series by discussing Jenny's daughter being on jury duty, clearing out old items & plans for the half term. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny discuss how their kids are using technology and debate whether it's a good thing or not. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back and are chatting about Jenny's birthday, the upcoming coronation & Jenny was faced with a tough question from her daughter. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easter is here! Here Kelly & Jenny discuss how Easter always feels like a busy time of the year and they discuss how different their Easter Holidays are this year. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by Heidi Range who discusses her time with Sugababes as well as life as a mum. She talks about her upcoming 40th birthday as well as the struggles she faced leaving her child for the first time. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clio Wood is the author of Get Your Mojo Back: Sex, Pleasure and Intimacy After Birth - a frank guide to an under-discussed feminist topic: sex after birth. Enables women to reclaim their sexuality and improve their mental and physical wellbeing in motherhood. Here she discusses the topic with Kelly & Jenny. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mother's Day is this weekend and Kelly & Jenny share their plans for the special day. Spoiler alert - they're very different! The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny spent this year's International Women's Day together at a swanky event in Manchester and Kelly stayed over at Powell Towers. Here they discuss what they've been up to and Jenny tells Kelly how she got into trouble off one of her daughters this week. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Kelly discusses how she's experiencing burnout and Jenny offers advice on the best way to cope and shares her own experiences with it. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are joined by presenter Jeff Brazier who talks about his life as a dad of 2 boys. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly and Jenny talk about the importance of protein, the mums get ready for Valentine's Day, and Jen tells all about her chance encounter with Marcus Rashford at the gym! The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny are back! To kick off season twelve, they chat about seeing Beyonce, keeping consistent with fitness routines and how it feels to parent your parents. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very Happy New Year from Kelly & Jenny! Today we’re looking back at some of our favourite moments from season eleven, featuring some of our amazing guests. The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Christmas Eve, Eve! Join Kelly and Jenny as they chat about Christmas dinner plans, what their kids take on Santa is and producer Megan hosts a Chrimbo quiz… can you guess the artists before the Hot Mess Mums can? The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly & Jenny chat about mum stresses around Christmas time, keeping up traditions, charity shop drops and how Kelly's other half set the bins on fire! The Hot Mess Mums Club is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices