Katherine Ryan's vulva turns BLUE

This week, things get painfully real. Sophie straps Jamie into a labour simulator — and let’s just say, he might finally understand why women deserve every snack, foot rub, and gold medal going. Will he tough it out like a hero, or crumble faster than you can say “contractions”?ALSO, Sophie’s dreaming of a cervical sweep, Jamie’s OBSESSED with breast milk, and we get a graphic description of Sophie’s bits. You’ve been warned.PLUS, the couple reminisce about their wild Freshers Week partying, and Sophie doesn’t hold back telling Jamie he’s absolutely not ready for parenthood.And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973.Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S  Don't forget to pre-order Jamie's new book, Boys Don't Cry, coming out in October 2025! https://boysdontcry.co.uk/Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits: Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, things get SAUCY as Jamie and Sophie dial up the heat and try phone s*x for the very first time! Expect clumsy dirty talk, questionable role play, dodgy accents - and Sophie seriously considering divorce. 📞💦Plus, Sophie CRIES over Jamie’s freshly bleached hair, and reveals which band she wants performing live on the labour ward while she gives birth. ALSO, the couple accidentally crash a nightclub, Sophie is STILL constipated, and Jamie quizzes her on what “s*x-adjacent” activities she’d be up for during pregnancy… leading to a shocking confession that might just be their wildest yet. 👀And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973.Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S  Don't forget to pre-order Jamie's new book, Boys Don't Cry, coming out in October 2025! https://boysdontcry.co.uk/Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits: Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jamie and Sophie are joined by doula extraordinaire Poppy Child, who swoops in with some much-needed wisdom — and the occasional reality check. From breathing tips to contraction hacks, Poppy talks them through the A–Z of surviving childbirth. PLUS, Poppy gives Jamie a live tutorial in perineal massage — but will Jamie’s enthusiasm score him top of the class, or just a pain in Sophie’s derrière? 🍑 Brace yourselves... it’s about to get weird. ALSO, the couple have a scandalous sex update and a heated debate about which positions they’ll try next time they do the deed. 👀 OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973.Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S  Don't forget to pre-order Jamie's new book, Boys Don't Cry, coming out in October 2025! https://boysdontcry.co.uk/And say Cooey to Producer Ewie! https://www.tiktok.com/@cooeyewieThanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Thanks to Poppy Child for joining us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popthatmummaWebsite: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/—Credits: Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jamie straps on a baby bump for a day to TRY and understand Sophie’s struggle, but Sophie is NOT impressed. Meanwhile, Sophie decides she is going to pack her bags and live in SILENCE. And just when you thought things couldn’t get wilder, Sophie and Jamie decide it’s time to spice things up and maybe try out swinging!And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected],SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973.And join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S  Thanks for listening xInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcastCredits: Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special bonus episode, we shake things up with a Speed Dating Special! Jamie and Sophie are joined by some very special guests, all on the hunt for love.You’ll get a sneak peak into these REAL first dates, with fun first impressions, and LOTS of unexpected moments. Will sparks fly or will it all…flop?Sophie and Jamie share their words of wisdom when it comes to navigating the dating scene. Is being too sweet a dealbreaker? Have the NearlyParents met a new family member?! And has Sophie stumbled across a brand-new love herself?This episode is sponsored by Audible. Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jamie is MORTIFIED when he discovers that Sophie has revealed his private parts…to the WHOLE country. But the big questions is...will Jamie start an OnlyFans? 👀After Sophie apologises, she's horrified when she discovers just how big the baby's head could be. And she REVEALS all of her wildest pregnancy cravings.PLUS, the couple do a deep dive on their biggest icks. And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973. Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S   Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week on NearlyParents, Jamie and Sophie are joined by the INCREDIBLE Katherine Ryan.Katherine is brutally honest about what Jamie and Sophie have to look forward to in their parenting journey. From sleepless nights to the changing colour of her vulva, Katherine ‘s revelations TERRIFY Jamie and Sophie. 😨Katherine also shares her connection to Rihanna and shares top tips for navigating a relationship while raising a small child.And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973.And join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBW...Listen to Katherine’s new show, Write Me Dirty, where two comedians write FILTHY fiction about each other. OUT NOW!Thanks for watching x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The living legend herself, Leona Lewis, joins Jamie and Sophie for a seriously unfiltered chat about the highs and lows of parenting. From the realities of post-baby s*x to the chaos of touring with a toddler, Leona gives them the lowdown on parenting behind the scenes.She also teases brand new music, and puts Jamie through his paces with a surprise singing lesson! Will he finally manage to stay in key? (Spoiler: probably not…)PLUS, Sophie gets brutally honest about her latest pregnancy symptoms — including some nipple-related trauma, a full-blown vampire obsession, and a very real fear that she might have a tapeworm thanks to her wild cravings… 🪱And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973. Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S   Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things get off to a chaotic start this week when Sophie and Jamie press record straight after a massive row…😬 Once they stop bickering, the couple give a heartfelt update on their pregnancy journey, opening up about the rollercoaster of feelings that come with preparing to become parents. From big decisions about the birth — like whether Jamie will cut the umbilical cord — to Sophie’s surprising plans for her placenta (spoiler: you’ll never look at a jellyfish the same way again). ALSO, they debrief on their night at the Oasis concert — where Sophie apparently wanted to kiss every single guy in the crowd, and they somehow managed to miss Wonderwall!? 💋 PLUS, we get a sex update… and it’s not looking good for Jamie! ❌💦 And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973. Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S   Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Rhoda AbrokwaVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on NearlyParents, Sophie’s BACK – and pregnancy is doing the most. From rotting her teeth to horror film cravings, she’s got updates that’ll make you laugh as well as wince. She opens up about the ups and downs of pregnancy, including EXPANDING bones (RIP bras). We’re getting deep into the pregnancy dream world – including Sophie giving birth to a fully grown 8-year-old?! And Jamie consistently dreaming she dumps him.  You also don’t want to miss Sophie and Jamie’s heavenly vocals in the Lullaby game… And OF COURSE, we love your listener messages. Keep sending all your stories in to [email protected], SLIDE into our DMs @nearlyparentspodcast, or WhatsApp us your voice notes on +447735380973. Join our WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with all things NearlyParents! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWFLA0bIdiVVTmU73S   Thanks for listening x—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyparentspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyparentsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@nearlyparentspodcast—Credits:Exec Producer: @ewannewbigginglisterProducer: Magda CassidyAssistant Producer: Ceyda UzunVideographer: @jakeji.pSocial Media: Anthony Barter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.