Am I Making You Uncomfortable?

When it comes to mother-daughter relationships, it’s complicated: some are best friends, others aren’t on speaking terms, while some daughters still revert to acting like a teenager around their mum even though they’re way too old to throw a strop (hiya!).Why is it so tricky to find the right balance? We speak to Rosjke Hasseldine, who has spent almost 25 years working with women and researching the mother-daughter relationship, to find out. We’re also joined by Carina White, co-founder of Black Mums Upfront, and her aunt Eleanor, who helped raise her after her mother tragically passed away. Their warmth, admiration and mutual respect is inspiring – but we learn it hasn’t always been easy.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/uXhRAfu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From acne to eczema, psoriasis to rosacea, there’s no shortage of skin conditions that are broadly labelled “problem skin”. But would these conditions be such a problem, if the world stopped obsessing with filters and Photoshop? In this episode, former model Lou Northcote talks to us about losing her career due to acne, and why she now encourages others to #FreeThePimple. Dermatologist Dr Shaaira Nasir then busts some common skincare myths. Join in the conversation on social media using #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/gDNwY1S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Women – not so great at pooing and even worse at talking about it. But fear not - in this episode, we chat to physiotherapist Elaine Miller and gut health specialist Dr. Megan Rossi who are here with all the scoop on how to poop. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/d73ChgJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's tough when your mates earn more than you – and the pandemic has only exacerbated the friendship money gap. In this episode, My Frugal Year founder Clare Seal talks about the pressure to keep up that contributed to her £27,000 of debt. Plus, personal finance guru Kia Commodore shares some tips on how to navigate the money gap in a more positive way – whatever your financial position. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/Bcs5LlF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first rule about fight club is you don't talk about fight club. Often it feels like the same principle applies when it comes to giving birth – the majority of women have little or no clue what to expect until they are pregnant and, well, then it’s a bit late. For our first episode of 2021 we wanted to change that, having an open and, yes, at times, uncomfortable conversation about giving birth. We speak to Midwife Marley about the realities of birth and hear from Clotilde Rebecca Abe, co-founder of the Five x More project, about the fact that Black women are five times more likely to die during childbirth.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/9Tb1rCK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2020 has been the year of isolation and for many, it's also been a year of loneliness. In this episode, we explore how the pandemic has changed our relationship with alone time – for better or worse. Disability activist Shani Dhanda shares how she dealt with a year of shielding and her hopes for a more compassionate society in 2021. Plus Francesca Specter, founder of Alonement, shares tips on embracing alone time. Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/TvCBJeD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're feminists but we still fear ageing. Is it any wonder, in a world that values the wrinkle-free and writes off older women in the workplace? It's time for a change. In this episode, we chat to writers Jane Evans and Carol Russell (who are in their 50s and 60s) about embracing milestones, instead of dreading them. We also get some tips on being an ally against ageism from millennial campaigner Jacynth Bassett. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/ln54nOt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The word 'sexless' implies there's a lack or an absence in your relationship, but is a dry spell really such a bad thing? In this episode, sex educator Ruby Rare shares how to embrace the ebbs and flows in your libido, improving intimacy both with and without sex. Professor Jacqui Gabb also debunks some common misconceptions around sexual frequency. Spoiler: other people aren't doing it as much as you think. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/fViYvbU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do we express our anger? And how - or why - do we often avoid it? In this episode, we’re joined by funny, fast and often furious stand-up comedian Jen Brister, to talk about all the reasons we’re feeling angry right now – and Kelechi Okafor, actor, writer, podcaster and founder of south London pole dancing studio, Kelechnekoff, on how, especially as women, we might harness our anger as a positive tool for change.Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/VJwZc1j Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Gabby Voutier got pregnant with twins following IVF and a five-year struggle for a baby, she felt "guilty". Her friend, Jessica Hepburn, had struggled to conceive for over a decade. In this episode, we talk to the Fertility Fest co-founders about navigating their friendship, with and without children. We also hear tips from femelanin.org founder Vanessa Haye, on how to support a friend who's on a different fertility journey to you. Join in the conversation on social media by using #AIMYUTranscript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.st/VUtpgrP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.