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Ally & MatesS2 E9 - Brazil & ChristmasJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-12-1810 minAlly & MatesS2 E8 - Sharks & Steam TrainsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-12-1109 minAlly & MatesS2 E7 - Blue Whales & C.S. LewisJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-12-0409 minAlly & MatesS2 E6 - Japan & OwlsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-11-2710 minAlly & MatesS2 E5 - Shakespeare & Petting AnimalsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-11-2010 minAlly & MatesS2 E4 - Carpe Diem & Building on RockJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-11-1309 minAlly & MatesS2 E3 - Sunscreen & MalaysiaJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-11-0610 minAlly & MatesS2 E2 - Midnight Oil & Wi-FiJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-10-3011 minAlly & MatesS2 E1 - Swimming Lessons & KindergartenJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner or Question Time? Send in your joke or question you want answered by recording a voice memo on your phone and emailing it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-10-2309 minAlly & MatesS1 E30 - Nicola Olyslagers & MilkmenJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-09-1811 minAlly & MatesS1 E29 - Mount Everest & TV GuidesJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-09-1110 minAlly & MatesS1 E28 - Helmets & RobotsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-09-0409 minAlly & MatesS1 E27 - Science & SheepJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-08-2810 minAlly & MatesS1 E26 - Lemons & SurfingJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-08-2110 minAlly & MatesS1 E25 - Shower Water & RacismJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-08-1409 minAlly & MatesS1 E24 - Your Brain & Calming The StormJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Ally Barnes and Sean Barnes.Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0Audio Credit: Renee Bruns
2025-08-0710 minAlly & MatesS1 E23 - Pony Express & Talking TreesJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0Audio Credit: McCallie School
2025-07-3109 minAlly & MatesS1 E22 - Coober Pedy & CashJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-07-2409 min
The Red EyeCabin Pressure - A Pilot's first, and nearly last flight!It's crazy when you think about it, but every pilot must have their first ever flight with passengers on. We will never know about it, but up the front that rookie pilot with a handful of flying hours in their pocket will be sweating, nervous and then haul a whopping great aircraft into the air with real live people on it. They suddenly have the lives of lots of people in their hands! Crazy right?!We got the chance to chat with a brave pilot who was surprisingly happy to share his first experience - which was...
2025-07-2223 minAlly & MatesS1 E21 - Medicine & SocksJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-07-1710 minAlly & MatesS1 E20 - Hula Hooping & PenicillinJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-07-1010 minAlly & MatesS1 E19 - Bethany Hamilton & BananasJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-07-0309 minAlly & MatesS1 E18 - Lights & Fish and BreadJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-06-2609 minThe Red EyeA Close Shave - A Notorious Pilot gets into Trouble again!This week we have another "Good Time Gary" story for you! You may remember him from an episode a while back, he was a notorious pilot in one airline who seems to have the most legendary stories that still get told to this day!This story is no different, it's the true story about Gary getting up to his usual mischief in search of a good time, and ends up with 2 wanted, and then unwanted guests in his room that want more than his body... and they don't mind taking revenge when they can't get what they...
2025-06-2423 minAlly & MatesS1 E17 - Hibernation & Mountain Pygmy-PossumsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-06-1908 minAlly & MatesS1 E16 - Lego & SupermarketsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-06-1209 minThe Red EyeAn Interview with an Airport Armed Police OfficerIn today's episode, we take a peak behind the scenes with the armed police at London Heathrow Airport. How much action do these officers see? How do they train for such extreme events?Ex Sergeant Mark Dolce speaks with The Red Eye Podcast, telling us his incredible stories of his years as a Sergeant of the armed police at Heathrow. From daring runway chases, to trapped babies, to scary moments. Mark reveals all about his job protecting the passengers passing through one of the world's busiest airports.Music Credits for An Interview with an Airport...
2025-06-1038 min
Green Living with TeeDr. Mandy Patterson: The Microbiome: Your Body's Hidden Health AllyWhat if the key to feeling balanced, energized, and truly well isn't another supplement or detox program, but the tiny ecosystem living inside you? In this episode, Tee welcomes Dr. Mandy Patterson to explore the essential role of the microbiome in overall wellness. Dr. Mandy is a naturopathic doctor, certified holistic health coach, functional medicine practitioner, and fertility specialist committed to helping high-performing women and couples uncover the root causes of their hormone and fertility challenges. From her roots in the cornfields of Indiana to becoming a mother of six, Dr. Mandy shares the pivotal experiences that...
2025-06-0936 minAlly & MatesS1 E15 - Saturn & William WilberforceJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-06-0510 minThe Red EyeThe Man in the Window - An Aviation Disaster StoryOn June 10th 1990. Captain Tim Lancaster took off from Birmingham Airport to Malaga, when he reached 17,000ft, the window blew out and he got sucked out with it.Cabin Crew member Nigel Ogden, along with Chief Steward John Heward and flight attendant Simon Rogers held on to their captain's legs and refused to let go. First Officer Alastair Aitchison expertly landed the plane in Southampton. The crew thought Tim was dead, but miraculously he survived. This is their story.Music Credits for Man in the WindowI Am a Man Who Will Fight...
2025-06-0326 minAlly & MatesS1 E14 - Boiled Eggs & Street Side MedicsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-05-2909 minThe Red EyeThe Mile High Clap TrapSome cabin crew have a reputation, some are good reputations but some are not... There are a few of the "players" out there, straight male flight attendants who are spoiled for choice when it comes to layover lays! But if you're going to experience the life of the philandering flight attendant then you need to be honest, you need to be open and you need to be sexually healthy... Because a broken heart isn't the only health risk here...Music Credits for Mile High Clap Trap2 Hearts - Patrick PatrikiosMas Cafe...
2025-05-2727 minAlly & MatesS1 E13 - Backflips & Daily BreadJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Written by Sean Barnes and Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-05-2207 minThe Red EyeLoose Lemurs and the Vomit CometFlying internationally, alone with 2 children under 3 is stressful enough. But when you also have to deal with stomach bugs and loose animals in the cabin - it can push you over the edge!On today's episode of the podcast, we hear the true story from a passenger that had to experience this absolute chaos on a flight to Australia. And who thought that cabin crew would have to double up as animal control on this flight?!Music Credits for Loose Lemurs and the Vomit CometAirline - National SweetheartSound Effects...
2025-05-2029 minAlly & MatesS1 E12 - Pyramids & Royal Flying Doctor ServiceJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-05-1509 minAlly & MatesS1 E11 - Trees & RobotsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support.Thanks to The Green Belt Movement for Wangari Maathai Audio. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons...
2025-05-0809 minAlly & MatesS1 E10 - Soccer & BooksJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-05-0108 minThe Red EyeThe San Franciscan Shoe Stealer - Passengers behaving erratically!We love a good "passenger doing strange things" story at The Red Eye, it's amazing how many of them we get! But this one was a first for us...On a flight, when a passenger mixes medication with alcohol, the cabin crew often end up dealing with a person not in their right mind. Sometimes things get scary, and sometimes it's just plain bizarre!Music Credits for The San Franciscan Shoe StealerDevious Little Smile by GodsmodeLosing Your Marbles - The SoundlingsRunning It Down - Everet Almond 48000 1
2025-04-2926 minAlly & MatesS1 E9 - Hot Dogs & Ocean SwimsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.Maya Merhige is raising funds for the nonprofit organisation Swim Across America. Maya started swimming with Swim Across America when she was just 9 years old. Learn more here:swimacrossamerica.org/maya🎵...
2025-04-2408 minAlly & MatesS1 E8 - Dinosaurs and BrailleJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator of it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support.🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-04-1710 minAlly & MatesS1 E7 - Snails and Mercy ShipsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-04-1009 minAlly & MatesS1 E6 - Camels & ClappingJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-04-0307 minThe Red EyeHostage in Havana Part 3 - WIll out Pilots escape Cuba?It's the final installment of Hostage in Havana! The pilot's have escaped captivity but will they be followed? Will they get home? And how? We know the aviation industry is exciting but this layover story might be too much!Music Credits for Hostage in Havana Part 3Son Montuno - Music by Julius H. from PixabayEl Gavilan - Quincas MoreiraSharp Senses - Ugonna OnyekweMerengue de Limon - Quincas MoreiraSombre Trio 2 - Music by Michael Daniel from PixabayEffects by...
2025-04-0129 minAlly & MatesS1 E5 - Donating Blood and Longest SwingJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-03-2706 minThe Red EyeHostage in Havana Part 2After last week's episode, we return to Havana to find out what is going on with the pilot's and their dramas! Is Ed having a heart attack? Can Tom get them out of the hospital?Music Credits for Hostage in Havana Part 2Son Montuno - Music by Julius H. from PixabayEl Gavilan - Quincas MoreiraSharp Senses - Ugonna OnyekweSombre Trio 2 - Music by Michael Daniel from PixabayEffects by freesound_community from PixabaySound Design by Ally MurphyS...
2025-03-2527 minAlly & MatesS1 E4 - Steering Wheels & ContinentsJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-03-2007 minAlly & MatesS1 E3 - Sailing and StarfishJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. Thanks to Sunstar Entertainment for Jessica Watson Audio. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribu...
2025-03-1307 minThe Red EyeAn Interview with a Gate Agent: Bret ChristoWe often get to hear the stories of cabin crew, pilots, passengers and their antics. So today's episode is a real treat! We are chatting to Bret Christo who was a gate agent in the USA for many years. He has some incredible stories of passenger who don't even make it to the flight before causing trouble!Music Credits for this epsiode:A Girl From Near Approximately Ipanema - MountainDwellerProduced by Ally MurphyBret Christo Voice Overs: Where your words find their true voice! Specializing in bringing a...
2025-03-1130 minAlly & MatesS1 E2 - Scuba Dives & BrailleJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-03-0608 minThe Red EyeHigh Flying Fashionistas - Sometimes it pays to be the friendliest flight attendant!Being nice is a big part of the job as cabin crew. No sour pusses do well in the air with the passengers! But some flight attendants go out of their way to make sure every passenger gets off that flight feeling like they had the best experience possible. It just feels good to make other people feel special! The donor of this story has always gone the extra mile, but one flight she ends up getting her kindness paid back to her...Music Credits for High Flying FashionitasCocktails - Underbelly & Ty M...
2025-03-0427 minThe Red EyeMile High Mess and MisunderstandingLearning to work around cultural differences is a big part of the job as cabin crew. When you meet passengers from all over the world in your job, you learn how different and diverse the human race is! But it can lead to confusion as well... both for the passengers and the flight attendants!In today's episode, we hear the true story about a flight where the crew faced multiple toilet incidents on board the aircraft, leading to confusion for many!Music Credits for A Mile High MessMusic by Won J...
2025-02-2524 minThe Red EyeA Pilot's PerspectiveDuring the flight, most flight attendants love to visit the flight deck. They get to see the world from a different perspective and chat to pilots. They get to see the pilots at work, reading maps, twiddling knobs and chatting to the ground. It's fascinating! Even if most of us don't understand what they are doing. But it's rare for the pilots to see the cabin crew in action when things go wrong, as they are usually in the flight deck dealing with the important task of landing the aircraft safely.When this pilot donated this story...
2025-02-1824 minThe Red EyeLove is in the Air - Finding love in the Aviation Industry!For today's special Valentine's Day episode, we are speaking to three couples who found love in the air! Because when you mix pilots, flight attendants, passengers, cupid and some meet cutes - you get LOVE IN THE AIR MAGIC!Thank you to Rob Reider, you can find his voiceover work at https://www.robreidervoice.com/Music Credits for Love is the Air Valentine’s SpecialMusic by MountainDweller from PixabayMusic by Musicalmix2020 Musicalmix2020 from PixabaySound Design by Ally MurphySend us a text! If you'd li...
2025-02-1135 min
Ally & MatesS1 E1 - Water Wells and PancakesJoin Ally & Mates as we explore this amazing world and the Creator behind it all.🎤 Want to be part of Kids Corner? Send in your best jokes, brain busters, or questions! Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to allyandmates@gmail.comHosted and produced by Ally Barnes.A big thank you to Derrick Yeoh for production support. 🎵 Music Credit: "Onion Capers" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
2025-02-0906 minThe Red EyeDizzy in the Desert - A Drunken Layover goes Wrong!This story is another of my own... and not one I'm hugely proud of!The trouble is, when I'm surrounded by a group of fun flight attendants, in an exotic location, and we've had a few drinks, I get carried away and usually end up causing mischief! So when I found myself in Las Vegas with a very fun crew on a layover, I ended up causing myself some trouble that cost me a few months of my flying career!Music Credits for Dizzy in the DesertRetro - Wayne Jones...
2025-01-2825 minThe Red EyeA Flight Attendants Revenge - Cheating Pilots have no chance when the crew discover their secretAs with every job, there are some good ones, and some not so good ones... So it goes with pilots and cabin crew too. Because when your lifestyle takes you all around the world to exotic locations, with beautiful, exciting people for you to get really close to in just a few days, the temptation is there to perhaps not be the best boyfriend or girlfriend, and take advantage of the situation.This episode is based on the true story of a flight attendant who found out that her pilot boyfriend was cheating on her with another...
2025-01-1425 minThe Red EyeA Saucy Proposition - When a Drunken Celebrity Passenger takes his chance...We all have that one celebrity crush that we've had since we were young, and if you ever got the chance to meet them then you may just melt on the spot! When the donor for this story got to meet their idol, when they were cabin crew in the first class cabin and they stepped onboard as a passenger, it went much better, and much worse than they ever expected!Music Credits for A Saucy PropositionRunning It Down - Everet AlmondSoul Food - Chris HaugenSound Effect by...
2025-01-0726 minThe Red EyeAlly & Kaylie talk about New Years in aviationOn today's special episode of the podcast, Ally and Kaylie chat about their first year making The Red Eye, reminisce about New Years trips as cabin crew and the shenanigans that usually occurs, and talk about their hopes for the next year!Send us a text! If you'd like a reply, please leave an email or numberWe would really appreciate it if you take 1 minute to leave a quick review. It really helps our podcast become more visible on all the platforms so we can reach more people! Thank you. Kaylie has...
2024-12-3131 minThe Red EyeA Flushing Fiasco - The Woes of an Aircraft Toilet....There are urban legends of passenger mishaps that circulate the aviation community. Flight attendants tell tales of events that are sometimes unbelievable, and all absolutely hilarious! Today's true story was donated to us by a very funny cabin crew member who is a firm favourite amongst his colleagues for being the best storyteller, so I hope we 've done his story justice. Because when he left us the voice message telling us his tale - we were in stitches!Music Credits for A Flushing FiascoDevious Little Smile – GodmodeThe Curious Kitten - Aa...
2024-12-1026 minThe Red EyeFlight Attendants Locked Up - Penny's Bay Part TwoIn todays episode, we continue the true story of a group of flight attendants who were forced to quarantine in one of the most strictest facilities in Hong Kong during the Covid-19 Pandemic.The aviation industry took a huge hit during those times, and cabin crew risked being locked up in a foreign country, just for being close to someone who had tested positive. Away from family and friends, deprived of human contact, we hear how it felt to be in Penny's Bay.Music Credits for Penny’s Bay Part TwoI Need to...
2024-12-0323 minThe Red EyeFlight Attendants Locked Up - Penny's Bay Part OneThe covid pandemic dramatically changed the aviation industry. Seemingly overnight, planes were grounded, cabin crew were put on furlough and the world was shut down. Over time, some planes were able to fly again, frequently with no passengers, just cargo, and seats full of PPE. Flight attendants and pilots having to do 24 hours shifts or quarantine in hotels.Restrictions were severe, and China was one of the strictest. In todays story, which will take place over two parts, we hear the true story about what it was like to fly in those days. And what i...
2024-11-2625 minThe Red EyeCarry On KeithWhen cabin crew take companions away on a trip, you want them to behave well! But what if the other crew don't behave so well...? On today's episode we hear the true story of a flight attendant who took away their mum on a lovely little 3 night trip to St Lucia, only for her mother to get the full "crazy crew on a layover" experience! What would you do if this was your mum?!Music Credits for Carry On KeithSleepy West by JHS PedalsCaribbean Hide & Seek by Carmen MarÃa...
2024-11-1927 minThe Red EyeKarma in the CloudsCabin get the opportunity to experience some crazy things. You'll be gifted treats in the air by passengers, from beauty products to tickets to a premiere! Today we hear the true story from a flight attendant who was gifted a seat at the premiere of one of the top shows in Las Vegas, and when she got to know the person who treated her a little better, she was able to help give karma a nudge....Music Credits for Karma in the CloudsMama by Emmit FennSpace Lady by Slynk
2024-11-1227 minThe Red EyeEyes Wide OpenNot all cabin crew are in their 20's, young, free and single. A lot fo flight attendants have grown up with the airline. Started at 21 and still flying well into their 50's and longer. So today's episode is the true story about an older woman, who has the passion of her younger days reignited on a layover in Shanghai. Julie Margot is a notorious crew member, renowned for her frivolous days as the most fun, most popular, and sometimes the wildest crew member on every trip. But she's older now. And we get to experience crew life t...
2024-11-0527 minThe Red EyeLucked OutWe've all been there. Accidentally leaving your hotel room without your room key. But when you leave your room without your key, and without any clothes on... It turns into your worst nightmare!In this episode, we hear the true story about a pilot who finds himself in a sticky situation. How will he get back into his room without being seen?! Will the other flight crew catch him?!Music Credits for Lucked OutBirdseye Blues by Chris HaugenBlue Mood by Robert MunzingerLosing Your Marbles by The...
2024-10-2226 minThe Red EyeThe Sh*ttest Job in the WorldBeing a flight attendant isn't for everyone... long hours, difficult customers and occasionally having deal with another human's bodily fluids. In today's true story, we hear about the many ways that someone can be put right off the job!Music Credits for The Sh*ttest Job in the WorldHappy Guitar - Music by JUAN CARLOS MOYANO MUÑOZ from PixabayIndian Music with Sitar - Music by Shiden Beats Music from PixabayInvestigations by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2024-10-0822 minThe Red EyeMile High ProposalIt may be a fantasy for many, because you may find that a lot of flight attendants have a story about the time they were propositioned on a flight. Been slipped a number as the passengers disembark, had a love note written on a sick bag or brazenly been asked to visit the bathrooms mid-flight.On this episode of The Red Eye Podcast, we hear the true story about one cabin crew members irresistible offer from a first class passenger...Music Credits for Mile High ProposalCountry Rock - Music by LiteSaturation from...
2024-09-0323 minThe Red EyeMountains Out of MobilesThere are many seemingly strange drills that cabin crew have to train for, so they're ready to face any danger in the air (or the ground). Many of them we hope we don't have to use, but occasionally we do! This is the story of the Least Risk Bomb Location. The place on the aircraft where an explosive device can be placed, the spot on the plane that is deemed the safest. Where it would protect flight critical structures and systems from damage should detonation take place.Music Credits for Mountains Out of MobilesErik...
2024-08-2726 minThe Red EyeFrom Clouds to ConcertsWhat happens when you meet your absolute favourite celebrity or band. The one who has affected you so deeply from an early age and they don't even know it! They say not to meet your heroes, but as a flight attendant, it can part of the job! In today's episode, we hear the true story of a UB40 mega fan, who happened to have them on their flight home to London. And how the band changed that crew members life in so many ways.Music Credits for From Clouds to ConcertsMusic by Tech Oasis...
2024-08-1323 minThe Red EyeOne Less SoulWhen the worst happens to a passenger. The crew’s training kicks in.A lot of the stories we tell on The Red Eye Podcast, are outrageous, funny and sometimes a little naughty. But the Flight Attendants role is so much more than that, and we're here to show all aspects of the life of cabin crew, including the heartbreaking ones.This story is from our host, Ally.Flight attendants are not just there to serve the food and drinks. The main role of the flight attendant is to ensure the safety of th...
2024-07-0225 minThe Red EyeThe Boy's ClubIt used to be that you only gave the job to man. Even if that man had no clue what he was doing!On today's episode of The Red Eye, we go back to the 90's to tell the true story of a brand new cabin crew member who was accidentally left in charge of the Boeing 747 flight deck. We learn that the rules in the aviation industry were definitely a little looser back then, and some of the old boys were very stuck in their ways....Music Credit for The Boys Club...
2024-06-1125 minThe Red EyeCaptain! Put Your Hat On!When a mystery meetup downroute ends unexpectedly....As flight attendants, we have a tendency to overshare. When we're sat on boxes in the galley at 4am, when the passengers are all sleeping soundly, we share our darkest secrets and scandalous stories. This tale is one of those...On a nightstop Johannesburg, a crew member gets a message from a mystery man asking to meet up. And the curiosity is too deep to resist!Music CreditsBeats LoFi Study - Music by FASSounds from PixabayPoolside Party - Music by...
2024-06-0418 minThe Red EyeHigh Altitude HoaxWhen a threatening note is found in the toilets, who on the plane is responsible...?In the months and years following 9/11, tensions were high and people were on high alert for the next attack. So when a threatening note is discovered on the aircraft, mid flight, the crew have to follow procedures whilst also fearing for their safety.This is based on a true story. You can read the article about the real events here - https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2003/01/phil-j22.htmlMusic Credits Erik Satie - Gnossienne 2 - M...
2024-05-2820 minThe Red EyeCrazy Always Happens in the Morning...When you know you’re going to get trouble on that early flight to Vegas...In todays episode, we head to the USA, where the domestic flights can test the patience of the flight attendants! But in one particular airline, they always make sure everyone has a good time! That is, until some passengers push the fun a little too far...Music Credits for Crazy Always Happens in the MorningIn Las Vegas - Music by HD Studio from PixabaySound Effects from PixabaySound Effects by Ally Murphy...
2024-05-2119 minThe Red EyeDreams & Diversions - When a chance meeting on a layover in Vancouver completely diverts Ally’s life...Today's episode is the story of our narrator and producer Ally! A sliding doors story, one that is told whenever anyone asks Ally how she became a voice actor, why she left flying, or if she believes in following your gut instincts. Especially when the universe is giving you huge flashing signs!Music CreditsSlow Motion, Lexin Music - Music by Aleksey Chistilin from PixabayLilis Dream - Music by Alban_Gogh from PixabayLost in the Amplifier - Music by moodmode from PixabayEmotional Thoughtful Piano - Music by Ashot...
2024-04-3029 min
The Trans•Parency Podcast ShowEchoes of Equality: An LGBTQ+ Community Ally's Tale of TenacitySend us a textHave you ever witnessed courage that leaves you breathless and admiration that swells your heart? In our latest clip episode, Gina Ortiz, an indomitable ally from the LGBTQ+ community pulls back the veil on the tumultuous evolution from the 1980s to the present day. Gina recounts the seismic shifts from the shadows of fear and secrecy to today's colorful tapestry of pride and connection. Connect with Gina ▶︎WEBSITE: www.tgtransitions.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/gina.jet.56Support the showDownlo...
2024-03-1313 min
A Respected Broad Podcast"That's That Clappin' Rhythm" Featuring Achilles(D Barnes) of KitchenInk, RJ, and O.Send us a textNothing like a long overdue episode that is long. Nothing is out! On this episode of ARB Achilles comes through with his hoodlum (don't let them foul you, they are suburban) nephews and we basically had a tattoo party. A conversation full of laughs, pure ignorance, good people and tattoos. Of course, we get to know the D Barnes in Achilles. Like, Comment, Subscribe!Â
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Mums' GroupS2 09 | Motherhood & MinistryWhen you’ve got young kids, you can be distracted on Sunday’s at church. With children pulling at your clothes, needing help on the toilet, in desperate need of their water bottle, and keen to go home, it can be hard to hold a conversation.Â
But what happens if you're in full-time ministry, and the congregation is relying on you to preach, or walk with them through a crisis?
In this episode we unpack one mother's experience of having four children, planting a church in another country, and the windy road that led her back...
2021-03-1657 minMums' GroupS2 08 | Tips & TricksBecoming a parent can be a bit overwhelming, especially when advice pours in from all sides.
But here's some more for you to take or leave anyway!
This episode is a collective brain dump of tips and tricks and recommendations for new and expectant mums.
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2021-03-0224 minMums' GroupS2 07 | SiblingsGiving your children the gift of siblings is a great joy. Those heart explosions when your kids are playing well together are worth all the fights you need to referee throughout the day.
But how do you foster strong sibling bonds? How do you intentionally parent kids that are at different developmental stages? Is it possible to avoid jealous or competitive rivalries?Â
In this episode, two mums share their experience of having multiple children – the joys, the challenges, the guilt, and their insights into how to foster a strong friendship between their kids.Â
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2021-02-2359 minMums' GroupS2 06 | Birth Trauma
Every birth is wild. As long as everyone makes it out okay, we say, that’s all that matters. And of course, in the big picture, there’s truth to that.Â
And yet, research tells us, birth experiences matter a great deal when it comes to how things unfold in those initial months and can be extremely triggering when a mother considers having future children.
Obviously, there's the physical damage, but the emotions that come with a traumatic birth can be just as, if not more, challenging to overcome.Â
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2021-02-161h 08Mums' GroupS2 05 | Toilet TrainingFrom the day our babies are born, all that their bottoms have really known is a snug nappy.
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So, how do you know when your little one is ready to say good-bye to nappies and toilet-train? And how do you help them learn what to do with their wees and poos?
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In this episode, one mum shares her experience of toilet-training her two kids with very different personalities and how understanding who they are helped to shape her approach.Â
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2021-02-0931 minMums' GroupS2 04 | PlaytimeIn keeping with the season’s focus on the toddler years, in this episode, we turn our attention to the ‘P’ word – play!
A big part of a toddler’s day, play allows them to be creative, learn to problem solve, share, and so much more.
For parents, playing with our little ones offers us great opportunities for bonding and quality time. Though actually engaging in play can feel like anything from genuinely fun one minute to frustratingly repetitive and exhausting the next.
Two mums share their experience of toddler playtime – the joys, the mess, th...
2021-02-0252 minMums' GroupS2 03 | Church With Little OnesAre you feeling disconnected at church? Have you stopped serving in the way you’re used to, or started missing Sunday worship all together?
From the sleep deprivation that comes with a newborn to the tantrums and separation anxiety with toddlers to juggling service times and naps, constant interrupted conversations and the challenges of getting to a Bible study regularly enough to feel connected.
At times it can all feel too hard. In this episode, everyday mums share their experience of navigating motherhood and church life – finding a sense of belonging, purpose, and new joys in t...
2021-01-2653 minMums' GroupS2 02 | Full-Time MotherhoodRaising the next generation is one of the most rewarding endeavours we can pursue in our lifetime.
But the work we pour into parenting and all that it takes to make a home often isn't as obvious or measurable as in our modern workplaces.
In this episode, we unpack one mother’s experience of being a full-time stay-at-home mum and all the joys and challenges that come with choosing to pursue motherhood as your sole vocation for a season.
Hosted and Produced by Ally Barnes. Joined by Katherine Francis.
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2021-01-1947 minMums' GroupS2 01 | And Then There Was TwoWelcome to Season 2 of our audible mother’s group for new and expectant mums!
We're excited about the conversations to come- toddler years and more from a Christian worldview.
Hosted and Produced by Ally Barnes.Â
If you have any feedback or episode suggestions- send an email to mumsgrouppod@gmail.com
Join the conversation on facebook - just search "mums group pod".
2021-01-1110 minMums' GroupS1 13 | Baby #2A second baby brings all sorts of joys and challenges to a family.Â
Everyone talks about how difficult it is for your firstborn to suddenly have to share your attention. But it's also an adjustment for you. With less downtime, you have to learn how to divide your mental and physical energy between each child, not to mention your partner.Â
Two mums share their experience of this adjustment period- their tips for a smooth transition and the challenges that you may encounter.Â
Despite any difficulties you might experience during those first few mon...
2020-06-1045 minMums' GroupS1 12 | Overseas TravelExploring God's creation is a joy and where the best memories can be made. But travelling with newborns or toddlers overseas can cause a lot of anxiety.
Although it's not a particularly relevant topic right now, in light of COVID-19, one day, life as we knew it will resume in some way, and you may embark on a big adventure.
In this episode, two avid mum-travellers share their experiences of travelling with their little ones and some tips and tricks for a smooth trip.
Hosted and Produced by Ally Barnes. Joined by Lyn...
2020-05-1136 minMums' GroupS1 11 | MilestonesEvery parent wants to be confident that their child is hitting the milestones that they should be. But the reality is that oftentimes, the 'timeline' that our kids are supposed to follow for when they 'should be' rolling over, babbling, transitioning to solid food, walking, etc. etc. can cause a lot of middle-of-the-night, anxiety-induced google searching.
In this episode we discuss the different experiences we can have as mothers of reconciling the timeline our kids actually follow with what the text books say.
Of course, as always, if you have any concerns about your child's heal...
2020-05-1052 minMums' GroupS1 10 | NICUBeing a mum is hard, but being the mum of a sick little one is heart-wrenching.
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In today’s episode, we unpack one mother’s experience in NICU and helpfully gain some insights into how we can support families we know who might find themselves in similar circumstances.
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Here's to the special NICU mamas (and papas!) who fight for their babies and never give up! You are strong, remarkable and resilient.
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Hosted and Produced by Ally Barnes. Joined by Nicola Hay.
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2020-05-0333 minMums' GroupS1 09 | Faith and MotherhoodBeing a parent teaches us in the clearest terms how God, our Father in Heaven, relates to us — His love, His frustrations, His compassion for us. The way we feel about our kids is about as close as we can get to grasping how God feels about us, His children.
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In this episode, three mums share how their motherhood journeys have defined their faith and how their faith has refined their experience of motherhood.
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Hosted and Produced by Ally Barnes. Joined by Lyn Saunders & Tahnee Appel.
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2020-04-2638 minMums' GroupS1 08 | Returning to WorkReturning to paid work, brings a mix of emotions. There’s the excitement of working and spending time with adults again. But there can also be anxiety about your child’s care, or even feelings of guilt.
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In this episode, three mum's share their experience of that transition period, and some practical tips that helped their families adjust. But spoiler alert- it takes time.
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2020-04-1940 minMums' GroupS1 01 | Best & Worst AdviceHave a bit of a love-hate relationship with all that baby advice you keep getting? Us too!
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The best advice can give us the confidence to try something new that works wonders for us and our babies. The worst advice can leave us riddled with guilt and second-guessing our God-given instinct.
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In this episode we share some of the advice that left us tearing our hair out, found us drying our tears and helped us find our feet in this strange land they call motherhood.
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2020-04-0729 minMums' GroupS1 02 | Self CareWhere did all my time go?! Having a baby can initially be all-consuming and we might find ourselves getting a bit lost somewhere between nap-time and our seventeenth nappy change of the day.
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Every mother’s experience is different but often our career, our hobbies, and our very sense of self can all get a bit shaken up when we become mums and throw ourselves into loving on our little human beings who need us to survive.
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Today we are talking about coping in the baby bubble. What might it look like to rediscover our sense of self and find joy...
2020-04-0729 minMums' GroupS1 03 | The Long Wait for MotherhoodThe miracle of birth is exactly that — a miracle! And a miracle all the more celebrated and cherished when it is long-awaited and hoped for. Join us as our guest, Beth Brown, shares openly and honestly about the challenging road she faced on the way to motherhood.
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2020-04-0741 minMums' GroupS1 04 | MilkLet's talk about about nourishing our tiny tots! By breast or by bottle, feeding our babies can be one of the most difficult responsibilities we face as new mums — both physically and emotionally. Particularly when you throw in any extra hurdles like low milk supply, colic and reflux, or allergies and intolerances.
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Breastfeeding is one of those things that, like childbirth, you can’t quite imagine until you find yourself actually doing it. And though it can be portrayed as something so natural and straightforward, it often takes a lot of time and a whole lot of practice (often in the w...
2020-04-0724 minMums' GroupS1 05 | SleepTen tips to make your baby sleep through the night from day one!
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We'll admit, it's the blind leading the blind a bit on this one. But we hope that sharing our very different approaches to helping our babies sleep will encourage you to trust your own God-given instinct. Do what you need to do to safely get you and your baby the best rest — routine or no routine; textbook or no textbook!
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