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Welcome to NearlyParents – the next chapter in Jamie Laing & Sophie Habboo’s hilarious and heartfelt journey through love, marriage… and now parenthood! Formerly the hit podcast NewlyWeds, NearlyParents follows Jamie and Sophie as they navigate the beautiful, chaotic, and totally unfiltered road to becoming first-time parents. From pregnancy prep and relationship changes to fertility chats, baby brain, and family fails—no topic is off-limits, and no laugh is held back. Whether you're expecti ...
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The end of the year is a perfect time to reflect, so we’re looking back at the FUNNIEST moments of the podcast so far! Sometimes on the show, Jamie and Sophie get loose (borderline TOO loose) so we’ve collated all their WILDEST bits for your entertainment… From accidental headlines to wildly inappropriate conversations, this is Jamie and Sophie at …
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While Jamie and Sophie are spending precious time looking after their new baby Ziggy, we’re re-living some of the best bits of the podcast so far. Today, we’re returning to the final EVER episode of NewlyWeds… it’s Jamie and Sophie’s two-year wedding anniversary special! The couple reminisce on their lives together; from the moment they first met a…
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While Jamie and Sophie soak up those dreamy early newborn days with baby Ziggy, we’re zooming back to relive the first EVER episode of NewlyWeds… the honeymoon special! Why did Sophie vomit out of her nose? What happened to Jamie’s baggage? And did Sophie accidentally eat dog meat in Panama? PLUS, Sophie and Jamie give us all the behind the scenes …
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Baby Ziggy is officially here! So, while Sophie and Jamie take some time with their new arrival, we’re looking back at some of their best bits from the pod! Have your tissues at the ready as Jamie and Sophie get emotional when they revisit all the best bits from their beautiful Spanish wedding. 👰♀️🤵♂️ Hear all the speeches: the best men, Father o…
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Our first EVER episode | NearlyWeds Throwback
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While Jamie and Sophie are off getting ready to welcome Baby Laing into the world, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with a special throwback episode! This week, we’re revisiting the first EVER episode of NearlyWeds. Jamie shares the moment he realised he was in love with Sophie AND we relive the proposal, including the part where things got ser…
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It’s the final episode of NearlyParents! With Sophie heading off on mat leave and Baby Laing arriving soon, it’s time to look back on the highs, the lows, and all the glorious madness in between. 💖 Hold on to your private parts — Sophie spills the tea on her latest pregnancy symptom, lightning crotch ⚡️ — while Jamie tries to wrap his head around h…
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It’s our second-to-last episode before Baby Laing arrives, and things are as chaotic as ever! 🧸 Jamie’s under pressure to finally pass his driving test, Sophie’s battling intense pregnancy cravings, and the two of them get into a very serious discussion about why Sophie absolutely will NOT share her placenta pills with anyone. From Sophie’s brutal …
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Sophie and Jamie send Jemima on a Bumble date! 🐝🍯 Bonus episode!
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In this bonus episode, Jamie and Sophie send Producer Jemima on a Bumble date! 💛 Sophie swears she’s never used a dating app, and now that she’s married, she’s realised that ship has probably sailed. So, she’s living vicariously through Jemima — while Jamie (of course) takes it upon himself to be the resident dating expert. Jamie and Sophie swap da…
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The countdown to Baby Laing is officially on — and Jamie and Sophie are finally discussing baby names… though not before things go hilariously off track! Jamie’s still not beating the Botox allegations, Sophie’s wondering if supernatural attraction might actually be a thing, and somehow they find themselves knee-deep in open marriages, hall passes,…
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Psychic PREDICTS gender of our children?!
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It’s Jamie’s BIRTHDAY and Sophie’s back with all the chaos, charm and (slightly questionable) singing. The pair celebrate Jamie's big day in style...from school day memories to Sophie trying out a reflexologist’s rather unusual comfort position. PLUS, a very emotional psychic reading. There are birthday gifts, a heartfelt poem, and some touchingly …
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Proudlock on Parenthood...and the Paranormal?!
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With Sophie very pregnant and taking a well-earned break, Jamie’s best mate Proudlock steps in for a chaotic, heartfelt, and slightly spooky Halloween special. And it’s a very special episode as it’s Proudlock’s 50th birthday! Proudlock gets real about life with two kids, the sleepless nights, the patience-testing tantrums, and the overwhelming lov…
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GK Barry & Ella Rutherford: From Flirty DMs to MARRIAGE?!
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It’s Sophie’s birthday, and Jamie’s throwing her the ultimate bash! Joining the chaos are none other than the iconic GK Barry and Ella Rutherford. Expect surprises, ridiculous gifts, and maybe even a visit from Paul Wesley 👀 GK and Ella open up about their whirlwind romance from flirty DMs to moving in after the first date. Plus, GK spills the tea …
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This week, Jamie and Sophie are joined by Midwife Pip for a crash course in childbirth. Brace yourselves for chaos, confusion, and (hopefully) no fainting as Pip guides Jamie through the ultimate hands-on childbirth simulation. Will he rise to the challenge… or need his own epidural by the end of it? ALSO, Sophie is furious with Jamie for keeping h…
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Pursuit Burnout: Why “Chasing” Drains You
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Endless pursuit signals scarcity. It kills presence, increases neediness, and lowers standards. Shift from chasing to choosing via value-aligned filtering.By rizzman.ai
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Why ‘charming’ as a magic act fails: it’s performative, fragile under pressure, and repels high-value partners. Replace theatrics with honest expression and boundaries.By rizzman.ai
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The Problem: Why You’re Not Getting Women
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Self-Worth, Values & Honest Behavior: The Root of Attraction Victor and Sheila reveal that attraction stems from self-worth, clear values, and honest behavior. They introduce a practical four-step loop (Notice, Act, Reflect, Adjust) and three supportive habits to build authentic dating skills. The episode emphasizes abundance over scarcity and prov…
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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 bre…
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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 sh…
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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…
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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 li…
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Sophie and Jamie set up BLIND dates! Bonus episode!
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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 …
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Sophie EXPOSES Jamie’s p*nis to the nation!!!
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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 …
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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…
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Leona Lewis on Sleepless Nights and Post-Baby S*x 😴
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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 surpri…
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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…
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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 b…
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This week on NearlyParents, Jamie is joined again by his lovely Mum, Penny - and this time, it gets a LOT juicier. They chat about Penny’s dating escapades, whether you should have affairs with your boss, and the answer to heartbreak - flying to another country, obviously. Penny also spills all on dating app profiles, the scarier moments of parenti…
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