Welcome to your new favourite corner of the internet — where we totally get the art of one-handed snacking, feeding on the hour, and the sacred nap trap (you know, when your baby falls asleep on you and you dare not move).

If you're navigating maternity leave this summer, you're likely spending more time on the sofa than you ever imagined — often at odd hours. Whether it's during 3am feeds, those precious quiet moments during a nap, or a rare stretch of grown-up time while baby naps in the pram, this is your go-to guide for series that are easy to dip in and out of, addictive enough to keep you awake, and comforting enough to feel like a warm hug.

We’ve rounded up the top trending shows on Netflix and Prime Video — from gripping dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies and feel-good favourites — all perfectly mum-friendly. Think binge-worthy but not brain-draining, and with enough episodes to see you through cluster feeds, growth spurts, and baby’s first smile.

Because sometimes, pressing play on a brilliant show is the perfect form of self-care.

Check out our current faves below — and don’t forget to pass them on in your next mum club WhatsApp chat 💬

📺 Hot & Trending on Netflix (June‑July 2025)

• Squid Game Season 3 – The explosive final season dropped on June 27, delivering high-stakes drama—perfect for intense late‑night sessions (just brace yourself for gripping cliff‑hangers)

• The Waterfront – New family drama in coastal North Carolina; already reached #1 on Netflix’s charts mid‑June 

• Ginny & Georgia Season 3 – Back June 5, with mother-daughter twists that have once again topped the UK charts

• Sirens – Dark comedy starring Julianne Moore; holds a top‑10 Netflix spot and is binge‑able in bite‑sized chunksr

• Dept Q – Danish crime thriller (Matthew Goode) is both binge‑ready and easy to dip in/out of—coming in strong in the Netflix UK Top 3 

• Adolescence – British four-part crime drama from Jack Thorne; intense yet short enough for a single nap-trap session 

💗 Feel‑Good & Easy‑Watch

• Bridgerton – Romantic, escapist, and visually sumptuous.

• Sweet Magnolias – Gentle southern comfort, perfect for chill mode.

• Call the Midwife – Emotional and uplifting, especially meaningful for new mums.

• Modern Love (Prime) – Heartwarming vignettes based on real stories.

• The Letdown – Spots the humour in newborn chaos—Aussie style.

🧠 Easy‑to‑Follow Dramas

• Virgin River – Small‑town romance with solid drama.

• The Summer I Turned Pretty (Prime) – Youthful, dreamy summer feels.

• Firefly Lane – Friendship spanning decades with emotional highs.

• Big Little Lies (Prime) – Stylish, intense, and chat-worthy.

😂 Comedy & Laugh Therapy

• Motherland – Witty British humour that nails parenthood truths.

• Fleabag (Prime) – Dark, clever, and rewatchable in small doses.

• Workin’ Moms – Raw, funny, and oh-so-relatable.

• The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel (Prime) – Charming, fast-talking, and uplifting.

🔍 Light Thrillers for Late‑Night Feeds

• One Day (Netflix) – A bittersweet romance, easily digestible.

• The Night Agent (Netflix) – Political thriller that keeps you hooked without heartbreak.

• Red Oaks (Prime) – Laid-back retro vibe, light mystery.

• Upload (Prime) – Quirky tech-rom-com with fun twists.

💡 Tips for Maternity Leave Viewing:

• Keep it snack‑able: pick shows with 30–60 min eps—perfect for feeding windows.

• Dip‑in drama: limited series or shorter seasons are great for hit‑and‑run interruptions.

• Discussion-ready: shows like Firefly Lane or Silver Top (Bridgerton spinoffs) make for fab mum-club convos.

• Feel-good picks: essential on high‑stress nights—Sweet Magnolias and Motherland deliver cozy relief.