Strictly's Helen Skelton slams the term 'mum's guilt' and never wants to hear it said out loud

Strictly Come Dancing star, Helen Skelton, has firmly put a lid on one aspect of motherhood she refuses to discuss, even suggesting a certain term should be outlawed. The 40-year-old TV presenter said she doesn't want to hear the term 'mum guilt'.

Helen is mum to three children; sons Ernie, eight, and Louis, six, and two year old daughter Elsie, whom she shares with her ex-husband, rugby player Richie Myler. And she provided an update on how she and the kids are faring since Richie, 33, left just four months after the birth of their youngest child, Elsie, in April 2022.

Helen assured that they are all "doing great" and there's a lot to be optimistic about. She continues to share parenting duties with Richie, who disclosed his relationship with Stephanie Thirkill, the daughter of millionaire Leeds Rhino president Andrew Thirkill, shortly after their separation.

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In a recent interview, Helen, who attributes Strictly with healing her heartbreak, shared some candid advice she would give to her younger self. Possibly reflecting on her marriage, she said: "I'd encourage myself to enjoy things as nothing stays the same. Everything changes, so just embrace whatever stage you're in. Whatever will happen, will happen.", reports the Mirror.

Helen candidly expressed her views on 'mum guilt' to OK! magazine, saying: "I think that's a term we should just never say out loud again. You could use that term about everything in your life. Are we not doing enough exercise do we feel guilty?

"Are we not eating enough vegetables do we feel guilty? It's a phrase that should be parked. You've got to really invest in the right energy and guilt is just a waste."

Following her stint on Strictly Come Dancing, where she was partnered with Gorka Marquez and finished as runner-up, Helen has made significant changes in her personal life. After her marriage ended, she finalised her divorce in December 2023, purchased a new home, and is now reportedly exploring the dating scene once more.

She maintains a close friendship with many of her Strictly co-stars and is currently hosting a new travel show on Channel 5 with Dan Walker. Additionally, she has secured significant brand deals with fashion site JD Williams.