3rd seasonSeason 3
At Smileat, we've spent 10 years nurturing honesty, and what better way to celebrate than with this new podcast? A podcast that, like everything we do at Smileat, is truly honest.
We'll talk about all the topics that concern you when raising your little one, what you want to hear and what you don't.
Child nutrition: how to support your little one and build a healthy relationship with food.
Are we obsessed with getting our little ones to eat “well”? What happens when they don’t want to try something? Should we make them finish their plate?
An honest, in-depth conversation about infant feeding, our fears, and how to support our little ones in building a healthy relationship with food from the very beginning.
Who’s having a very honest chat?
Juan Llorca, chef, head of food and nutrition at Valencia Montessori School, and a specialist in infant feeding outreach
Gema Hurtado, the most honest presenter!
Relationship crisis after having kids: how to avoid breaking up
Between the exhaustion, parenting, responsibilities, mental load, and that “we’ll talk later” that never comes… it’s easy to feel like you’re no longer the same as you used to be. And you’re not alone.
In the first episode of this THIRD SEASON!, we talk with Celia Betrián, psychologist, sexologist, and couples therapist about something we should perhaps talk about much more: relationship crises after having kids.
How can you reconnect? How can you talk about uncomfortable things without ending up in a conflict? When is a crisis part of a phase, and when is it a good idea to seek help?
Communication, sharing responsibilities, intimacy, mental load, and, above all, practical tools for staying a couple while learning to be parents.
Because caring for your relationship is also caring for your family.
2nd seasonSeason 2
At Smileat, we've spent 10 years nurturing honesty, and what better way to celebrate than with this new podcast? A podcast that, like everything we do at Smileat, is truly honest.
We'll talk about all the topics that concern you when raising your little one, what you want to hear and what you don't.
Real postpartum: what they don’t tell you about being a mother
What happens when you feel like you should be happy… but you’re not? How do you cope with guilt, physical changes, and the feeling that you don’t recognize yourself? Or what happens when you experience postpartum without a baby?
A very real conversation about postpartum.
Who’s having a very honest chat?
Candela Pérez, runner and mom
Cristina Gil, midwife and creator of Ama Nacer Maternidad
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Pregnancy loss: an honest conversation about grief and guilt
What does it feel like to be told “there’s no heartbeat”? Why is pregnancy loss still a subject that’s barely talked about? How do you deal with guilt when you know it isn’t your fault? What role does your partner play in the grieving process?
One of the podcast’s most necessary and honest conversations.
Who’s having a very honest conversation?
Carola Baleztena, actress and mother; Carla Quintana, midwife and mother; Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Being a mother without losing yourself: identity, guilt, and change
Is it normal to miss the person you were before? Why does guilt show up when you need time for yourself? How does your relationship change with your partner, your friends, or even your own mother? And what happens when you feel like your identity is split in two?
An honest, deep, and much-needed conversation about rebuilding, adapting, and remembering that you’re not just one thing: you can be many things, and every one of them is okay.
Who’s having a very honest chat?
Thaïs Blume, actress and mother.
Guada Sánchez, psychologist.
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
The scroll generation: how screens affect our little ones
At what age should children start using screens? What is the risk of letting them use them? How do screens affect their brain development? Do screens calm tantrums or make them worse? And how can we introduce the mobile phone without putting them at risk?
A much-needed, very honest conversation full of lessons.
Who has a very honest conversation?
Fernando Mora, psychiatrist and university professor.
Gema Hurtado, the most honest presenter!
Giving birth with nothing held back: Everything you need to know before giving birth
Why are we afraid of childbirth? How do other people’s stories affect us? What kinds of births are there? And what happens to the mother once the baby is born? What about the love that doesn’t come immediately? Is childbirth always respected?
An honest, courageous, and above all, NECESSARY conversation about childbirth.
Who’s having a really honest chat?
Nerea Garmendia, actress and mother.
Celia Padilla, midwife and mother.
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Sibling jealousy: how to manage the arrival of the baby
Is it normal for my little one to feel jealous of their baby brother? How can I help without taking attention away from the baby? What can I do when they tell me “I don’t love you anymore” or start behaving worse since their brother was born?
We’re sharing our best tips in this episode!
Who speaks very honestly in this episode?
Blanca Manchón, mother and Olympic athlete.
Nerea Ribeiro, psychologist and mother.
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Christmas with the little ones: how to handle family opinions with plenty of humor
What are the holidays like when you have little ones at home? How do you handle parenting criticism with humor? How do you keep the magic alive without going overboard with gifts or sweets?
We tell you absolutely everything in this episode full of jingle bells!
Who speaks very honestly in this episode?
Cris Soler, actress, content creator, and mother.
Luis Larrodera, comedian, actor, presenter, and father.
Gema, our most honest presenter!
Guilt and trauma in motherhood and fatherhood: an opportunity to heal
How can we manage the guilt we carry as mothers? How do our own traumas influence the way we raise our little ones?
In this episode, we talk very candidly about the traumas inherited from our own childhoods. Because is parenthood a wonderful opportunity to heal our own wounds?
Who speaks very honestly in this episode?
Esther Acebo, actress and mother.
elia Pedraza, civil servant and mother.
Gema, our most honest host!
School bullying: How to recognize the signs and provide support
Do you know how to recognize the signs of bullying? How can you support your little one if they’re a victim or witness? And what should you do if you discover your child is bullying someone?
In this episode, we talk about bullying and school bullying, how to spot it, how to support those affected, and why it needs to be addressed with care and respect.
Who speaks very honestly in this episode?
Gema Hurtado, our most honest host!
Melani Olivares, mom and actress.
Belén Colomina, specialist psychologist.
Back to school: what helps and what makes everything worse
Let the 2nd season begin!
How do we get back to our routines and school after the holidays? Is it possible to manage the kids’ emotions and our own? Seriously, is it possible?
Yes, in this episode, we talk about big topics like emotional management, potty training, work-life balance, and that “wonderful“ morning chaos of getting to school on time.
3 very honest moms tell us how to avoid getting too caught up in the back-to-school hustle.
Gema Hurtado, our most honest host!
Bithia Dominguez (@missmalabares ), mom, writer, and influencer.
Angie L. Luna (@eyesofthemoon ) mom, writer, and influencer.
Season 1Season 1
At Smileat, we’ve spent 10 years nurturing honesty, and what better way to celebrate than with this new podcast? A podcast that, like everything we do at Smileat, is truly honest.
We’ll talk about all the things you worry about when raising your little one, what you want to hear and what you don’t.
Your body after childbirth: How to accept it without pressure
Why is it so hard for us to accept ourselves postpartum? Why do we put pressure on ourselves to get back to our old selves in record time? Is it normal to feel like we don't recognize ourselves physically or emotionally?
We talk to support each other with love, let go of guilt, and understand that every body and every journey is unique. Because postpartum, the most important thing is to listen to ourselves, respect ourselves, and celebrate every step of this beautiful transformation.
Who’s having an honest conversation?
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Silma López, mom and actress.
Rocío García-Viso, midwife and mom.
Balancing work and family in summer: How not to feel guilty while trying
What happens when work doesn’t stop, but school does? What do we do with the guilt of not being able to do it all? How do we balance work and family life in summer with little ones at home? Are parents expected to do too much?
In this episode, we talk candidly about balancing work and family life in summer. With humor and real-life experiences, we share what helps… and what doesn’t so much. Because yes, it’s chaos.
Who’s having an honest chat?
Noemí Navarro, mom, founder of madre Tea, and influencer.
Sabina Banzo, mom, journalist, foodie, and influencer.
Sugar! Is it possible for your little one to have a balanced diet?
How does sugar affect our little ones’ diets? Is there a balance? What can we do at birthday parties to find alternatives that are just as tasty but better for them?
In this episode, we share our most honest tips and advice to help you and your little one find that balance we’re so often looking for.
Who’s having an honest chat?
Elena Toledano, our nutritionist!
Cristina Plaza, mom of almost 3 little ones and journalist.
Motherhood has no age limit: real voices on becoming a mother at 40
What happens when the desire to become a mother comes “late”? What fears or difficulties arise? And how can we support this process without judgment?
In this episode, we talk about later motherhood with complete honesty: what it involves emotionally, physically, and socially. Featuring experts on the subject, personal stories, and plenty of reflection to support you if you’re on this journey… or know someone who is.
Who’s having an honest conversation?
María Adánez, mother and actress.
Patricia Bartolomé, mother and expert in emotional inheritance.
Manuel Díez, gynecologist and obstetrician at Bmum clinic.
What if nothing works? How to survive the worst tantrums
How can we use empathy to manage their tantrums? Does validating their emotions help? Is it possible to set boundaries and use positive parenting?
In this episode, we talk very honestly about tantrums, emotional regulation, and boundaries. We explore how to support children through them without feeling overwhelmed, so we can raise them positively and respectfully.
Our guests share terrifying yet funny stories that will help and support you in your day-to-day life with little ones. But… who’s having this honest conversation?
Gema Hurtado, the most honest host!
Alberto Sáez, dad and content creator.
Alejandra Melús, mom, early childhood development specialist, and author of the book Incondicional.
Sex education starts at home. How?
In this episode, we talk very openly about what sex and relationships education means, how to approach it at home, and what it means not to talk about it, because that too is sex and relationships education.
Our guests share some very honest anecdotes that will help and support you on this journey. But… who’s having an honest conversation?
María Dotor is a mother, journalist, and director of content at Educar es todo.
Lara Avargues is a psychologist, sexologist, and equality officer. She gives talks at schools and high schools for mothers, fathers, and teachers about sex education.
Raúl Massana is a father, comedian, and host of the podcast Yo nunca. His youngest daughter taught a life lesson on social media that made them go viral.
You’re no longer just the two of you: How to rediscover each other
Let’s be honest: when we have little ones, we often put typical couple romance on the back burner. Why? Our lives have changed completely. So how can we keep the spark alive while raising little ones? That’s what this very honest episode is all about!
- Marta Eguía is a mother, an actress in the play Madres, and is currently writing a script for a series about relationships.
- Ana García is a mother, psychologist, and sexologist with more than twenty years of experience.
- Sergio C. Fanjul is a father, poet, journalist, El País columnist, screenwriter, and author of the book El padre del fuego, which explores relationships after little ones arrive.
Nurturing honesty
At Smileat, we've spent 10 years nurturing honesty, and what better way to celebrate than with this new podcast? A podcast that, like everything we do at Smileat, is truly honest.
We'll talk about all the topics that concern you when raising your little one, what you want to hear and what you don't.
