Mix 92.6’s The Parents' Show

26/11/2025

On this week’s Parents’ Show on Mix 92.6, we talk to a Solicitor and a Barrister about their working relationship when it comes to taking the biggest possible step in divorce – litigation.

Barrister Max Lewis of 29 Bedford Row Chambers joined Associate Solicitor Bhini Phagura of our sponsors Rayden Solicitors with Lydia to discuss at what point a Barrister might get involved in a divorce process, how the role of a Barrister differs from that of a solicitor, and how courts view divorce proceedings.

If you’ve ever wondered what the role of a Barrister is, this is a great listen.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online and on your smartspeaker or app.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors

12/11/2025

Just a cheeky reminder that you can support our volunteer-run radio station Mix 92.6 by buying us a virtual coffee :-).

Every donation really makes a difference and helps us continue supporting our local community. Thanks!

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10/11/2025

This week on The Parents’ Show on Mix 92.6, Lydia talks to Zoe Watson of MAM Baby about the pressure to be perfect parents.

They say it takes a village to raise a child — but for many parents today, that village can feel more like a jury.

A new study from MAM Baby UK finds that almost two in three parents often feel pressure to be a “perfect parent.” And while social media takes some blame, more than half admit the biggest critic is themselves.

Parents say they’re most judged on how much screen time their kids get, their emotional state, and even how they discipline — proof that modern parenting comes with scrutiny at every turn.

Over half say unequal childcare leaves them worn out, and three in four admit they pretend parenting is easier than it really is — especially online.

Zoe tells us why it’s time to stop chasing perfection and start being kinder to ourselves.

Last week was National Fertility Awareness Week, and in part two we rewind to an interview Lydia had last year with Jodie Moore, a Senior Associate Solicitor from our sponsors Rayden Solicitors, who explained some of the intricacies and legal aspects of surrogacy, and it’s a fascinating interview.

That’s this Thursday Sunday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors.

29/10/2025

Are you a parent who loves talking to people about babies, toddlers, young children and teenagers?

Are you interested in helping other parents learn from the experts?

If so, how do you fancy being a radio presenter in St Albans?

We're looking for new presenters to join our team on the award-winning Parents' Show on Mix 92.6. Read about what being on the radio means and please apply if this interests you.

https://mix926.com/team-role/presenter-parents-show/

29/10/2025

On this week’s Parents’ Show on Mix 92.6 , Lydia speaks to Pav Desai of Little Dreams St Albans and Herts Central, baby and child sleep consultants based in St Albans, who work with tired parents around the UK to help everybody get a better night’s sleep. Pav shares some tips on getting our babies and young ones to sleep, and, just as importantly, help Parents themselves to get much-needed sleep.

In part two, Vivien meets Paul Symes, Headteacher at Aldwickbury School, in the third instalment of our Talking Heads feature.

Paul tells Vivien about the school, their plans for expansion and how they help their student achieve the best results.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at https://mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors

09/10/2025

Coming up on Sunday 12th October at 6:00 pm on
Tell us about journeys to school
Hertfordshire County Council wants to know how kids in St Albans get to school – and what’s preventing them travelling to school in a more sustainable way.

Why are they interested? What will they do with the information? And will anything actually change as a result?

In this week’s Environment Matters we’ll find out, from Cllr Paul Zukowskyj County Cabinet Member for Environment, Transport and Growth at Herts CC

Tune in 6pm Sunday/7pm Wednesday

Hertfordshire County Council wants to know how kids in St Albans get to school – and what’s preventing them travelling ... Read more

07/10/2025

Coming up on Thursday 9th October at 7:00 pm on
International Families and The Munch Club
Tonight, we’re talking about International families, and by that we mean households where the adult couple or parents come from different countries and cultures. Lydia is joined by Beth Kivelä, Associate Solicitor at Rayden Solicitors , sponsors of The Parents’ Show, to talk about the considerations, whether you’re getting married, moving from country to country or separating.

Beth, who herself has an international household, being English with a Finnish husband, explains how there are so many things to consider at all stages of family life, from exotic ‘destination’ marriages, residency arrangements and even taking children on holiday singly as a parent while the other parents stays home. It’s bound to be a fascinating interview for all parents and couples on the road to marriage and parenthood.

In part two, Lydia talks to Slu McGrory, who runs Healthy Opportunities , a perinatal specialist company supporting families from conception all the way through pregnancy and birth up to baby’s first birthday with lots of different services, antenatal education, a sling library, doula support and overnight care and breastfeeding support.

Her latest venture is The Munch Club, a group-orientated club for new parents learning to wean their babies onto solids. She tells Lydia about the benefits of learning to move babies onto more solid foods when several parents are doing it together in one venue.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at https://mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors

Tonight, we’re talking about International families, and by that we mean households where the adult couple or parents come from ... Read more

06/10/2025

This Thursday on The Parents' Show on , we’re talking about International families, and by that we mean households where the adult couple or parents come from different countries and cultures. Lydia is joined by Beth Kivelä, Associate Solicitor at , sponsors of The Parents’ Show, to talk about the considerations, whether you’re getting married, moving from country to country or separating.

Beth, who herself has an international household, being English with a Finnish husband, explains how there are so many things to consider at all stages of family life, from exotic ‘destination’ marriages, residency arrangements and even taking children on holiday singly as a parent while the other parents stays home. It’s bound to be a fascinating interview for all parents and couples on the road to marriage and parenthood.

In part two, Lydia talks to Slu McGrory, who runs , a perinatal specialist company supporting families from conception all the way through pregnancy and birth up to baby's first birthday with lots of different services, antenatal education, a sling library, doula support and overnight care and breastfeeding support.

Her latest venture is The Munch Club, a group-orientated club for new parents moving to wean their babies onto solids. She tells Lydia about the benefits of learning to move babies onto more solid foods when several parents are doing it together in one venue.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at https://mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by

30/09/2025

On this week’s Parents’ Show on Mix 92.6 , Lydia speaks to Nicole Green, who is the Fundraising and Engagement Manager at Essex and Hertfordshire and branch of Young Lives versus Cancer Young Lives vs Cancer

Nicole talks about the support that they can give to these young people at such a desperate time, and how people can get involved to help raise funds or volunteer, and how they were aiming to raise funds for Septembers Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness month.

In part two, Vivien meets Paul Symes, Headteacher at Aldwickbury School, in the third instalment of our Talking Heads feature.

Paul tells Vivien about the school, their plans for expansion and how they help their student achieve the best results.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and next Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at https://mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors

24/09/2025

On This week's Parents' Show on Mix 92.6, Lydia meets up with Trusha Solankee, a birth and postpartum Doula. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577776487898

Trusha explains what a Doula does, how she helps pregnant women with support through the birthing process and after the birth.

Then we hear from our new reporter, Marcus O'Shaughnessy as he 'shines a light' on Hertfordshire with information on family days out and the creative arts. This week, he visits Hertfordshire Zoo.

In Part 2, Lydia talks to Noa Mozes from our sponsors Rayden Solicitorss about 'The Get', a formal document that is part of the divorce process under Jewish law, and how if can effect the future lives of married Jewish couples who are undergoing separation and divorce.

That's this Thursday at 7pm and again on Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, DAB+, online at https://mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents' Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors

10/09/2025

Coming up on Thursday 11th September at 7:00 pm on Mix 92.6
The Parents’ Show is back from its Summer Holidays, and we’re talking women and girls in STEM, drama for tots and collaborative law.

After our usual summer break (well, we are also parents, you know), we’re back and kicking off the new season with another episode about women and girls in STEM (or Science, Engineering, Technology and Maths to give the acronym its full title).

Vivien speaks to Michelle McDowell MBE, about her career in construction, her inspiration and journey, and some of the most memorable projects on which she as worked (which include the restoration of the Houses of Parliament and the refurbishment of the Royal Albert Hall!). Vivien asked Michelle when we might expect the ratio of men to women in engineering to be 50/50.

Mix Morning’s Elly hosted Zara Gooder, who has just launched Drama Tots UK St Albans & Harpenden , which is taking place at the Trestle Arts Centre in St Albans on Wednesdays and The Harpenden Trust Halls on a Thursday. Zara talks about her own dramatic background and role as a TV Producer and the inspiration to show young children the joy of drama.

In part two, some regular contributors from our sponsors Rayden Solicitors , Lehna Gardiner and Bhini Phagura, join Lydia in the studio to talk about Collaborative Law, one of the new accepted Alternative Dispute Resolution options for divorce.

That’s this Thursday at 7pm and Sunday at 8pm on 92.6FM, on DAB+, online at mix926.com and on your smartspeaker.

The Parents’ Show is sponsored by Rayden Solicitors.

After our usual summer break (well, we are also parents, you know), we’re back and kicking off the new season ... Read more

13/08/2025

Mini Mozart has curated a series of live online summer sessions for subscribers to access wherever they are in the world. Designed to tackle typical challenges faced by parents, the sessions will be hosted by leading experts. As part of the programme, our very own Jennifer Moore, a Partner in our Hampstead office, will be hosting a live webinar on Family Law and Finances. The webinar is at 10am on 21st August.

To sign up click here:
https://tinyurl.com/Mini-Mozart-Summer-Programme