# Fatima Whitbread: After 3 Miscarriages and No Period, IVF Made Me a Mum

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Podcast: [No Parental Guidance](https://stenobird.com/podcast/no-parental-guidance-7419065)
Published: 2026-06-22T05:00:00+00:00
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The powerhouse that is Fatima Whitbread MBE joins us on the sofa this week! From being abandoned as a baby and surviving the care system, to conquering the world as an Olympic javelin thrower, Fatima’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. She opens up about how her javelin teacher (and later adoptive mum) Margaret changed her life, her grueling 3-round IVF journey to motherhood, what it’s really like competing on 'I'm A Celeb' (yes, she brought the infamous nose-cockroach) and why tough love and boundaries are the ultimate parenting superpowers. Plus, we’re talking about the new social media ban for under-16s, a very relatable (and messy!) potty training fail, and why prioritizing your own fitness as a mum is essential for your mental health. THANK A TEACHER WITH TESCO! Fatima’s incredible story started because a teacher went above and beyond. Do you have a teacher you want to thank? We’ve partnered with Tesco to support National Thank a Teacher Day! Nominate an amazing teacher today and your school could win an exclusive Tesco Fruit and Veg Grant worth £1,000 for fresh, healthy snacks! Get your entries in before the 1st of July at: https://thankateacher.co.uk/ SUPPORT FATIMA’S CAMPAIGN To find out more about Fatima's incredible work with young people in care and how you can support, visit http://fatimascampaign.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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