Mother Tongue

Dad Chat with Man vs Baby

This week, Mother Tongue are joined by the hilariously brilliant Matt Coyne also known as ‘Man vs Baby’ & Author of Sunday Times Bestsellers Man vs Baby U.S. and Man vs Toddler. Matt speaks about his journey to parenthood and beyond, keeping us in fits of hysteria along the way. Father to baby boy Charlie who is now 5 years old, the episode is fueled with lots of laughs, hilarious connotations and brilliants quotes. A sneak peak.. ‘My mum gave me a book before becoming a parent called ‘The Good House Keeping guide to parenting’ - they say to picture what it is like to be in labour, imagine passing a large piece of fruit whilst constipated. To get a sense of how much it hurts, you should put your fingers in your mouth and pull your mouth apart so you can feel the stretch - and that’s how much it stings.’This is an episode not to be missed! To find out more about Matt, visit his website and social platforms.Books: https://www.amazon.com/Man-vs-Baby-Real-Life-Parenting/dp/1501187414Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manversusbaby/?hl=enBlog: http://www.man-vs-baby.co.ukTed Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_coyne_be_more_toddler_how_3yr_olds_can_teach_us_to_be_better_humansProducts:Baby carrier Ergo Baby - https://www.babysouk.com/en/ergo-baby-19083.htmlTommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine - https://www.babysouk.com/en/tommee-tippee-closer-to-nature-perfect-prep-machine-white.htmlTommee Tippee Steriliser - https://www.babysouk.com/en/tommee-tippee-closer-to-nature-microwave-steam-sterlizer.htmlKodak Cherish Monitor - https://www.amazon.ae/KODAK-Cherish-C225-Monitor-Wireless/dp/B07VJ3QQ4ZICandy Peach All-Terrain - https://www.icandyworld.com/pushchairs/c/peach-all-terrain Rockit - https://rockitrocker.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep with Cecile de Scally from Malaak

Mother Tongue Season 3 kicks off with a bang! One of the most talked about topics amongst new mama’s…sleep!The MT ladies discuss the trials and tribulations of sleep (or lack there of) with regionally renowned and sought after midwife and sleep expert, Cecile de Scally from Malaak.Cecile sheds light on everything from how many hours our babies should be getting at specific ages, to habits that could be hindering your little ones shut eye, and therefore yours too!She shares a wealth of knowledge and years of experience alongside some key take away tips that are sure to help us all.To find out more about Cecile…Website: https://malaak.me/en/home/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebabywhispererdubai/?hl=enProductsPortable White Noise Machine - https://www.amazon.ae/MyBaby-Soundspa-Go-Portable-Machine/dp/B07317NQKW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=316UR2R3WEBRA&dchild=1&keywords=portable+white+noise+machine&qid=1618664408&sprefix=portable+white+n%2Caps%2C292&sr=8-1ClevaMama transitional zip up - https://www.amazon.ae/ClevaMama-Romper-Newborn-Swaddle-Cotton/dp/B07PSYVGX1Sleepy tot dummy comforter - https://www.desertcart.ae/products/50801842-sleepytot-bunny-comforter-and-soother-holder-baby-sleep-aid-attachable-in-grey?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1bDetveG8AIVitPtCh1NoA0jEAQYAyABEgKSmfD_BwENight light - https://www.amazon.ae/Night-Universe-Projection-Birthday-Festival/dp/B07NDWY2NB/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=baby+night+light&qid=1618719484&sprefix=baby+night&sr=8-17Pure Baby zip up sleep suit - https://purebabyme.com/collections/essentials-growsuits/products/pe1001esk?variant=35018331062433Nanit sleep monitor - https://www.nanit.com/global/products/nanit-pro-camera?mount=wall-mount&gclid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj2HpjJGNyAVRBB4HD7WbPfdnd8a2I5IFoYKEBsVn7GCWdSz2TPI_QBoCJg4QAvD_BwESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pre & Postnatal Fitness with Charlie Barker from Bumps and Burpees

This week the MT ladies chat pre and post-natal fitness with founder of Bumps and Burpees - Charlie Barker.Charlie shares how she has always had a passion for fitness due to her life evolving around sport from a young age. She tells us how entering motherhood herself has enabled her to empathize more with her clients. She can now relate to pre and post birth aches and pains and the challenge a mother might face to find the time and energy to workout. We hear all about her journey to getting pregnant and how she kept up her fitness during pregnancy whilst respecting and listening to her body. Charlie also followed the same advice she offers her clients and took 7 weeks off fitness post birth to let her body recover. To find out more about Charlie…Website: https://bumpsandburpees.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumpsandburpees/Book: https://www.amazon.ae/Bumps-Burpees-staying-throughout-pregnancy/dp/0241491118/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JXEU3FJGET4L&dchild=1&keywords=bumps+and+burpees&qid=1616865902&sprefix=bumps%2Caps%2C289&sr=8-1ProductsResistance band: https://www.amazon.ae/s?k=resiistant+band&ref=nb_sb_nossWireless Airpods: https://www.apple.com/ae/airpods/?afid=p238%7Csx7CUGqjh-dc_mtid_187079nc38483_pcrid_484910932755_pgrid_95213831224_&cid=aos-ae-kwgo-btb--slid---product-Next gym wear: https://www.next.ae/en?gclid=CjwKCAjwr_uCBhAFEiwAX8YJgYjpkrbOGAE62T_ZjjIg5x06dAwD3wNEnyFB-Sk0eLRkgrtsaQNM0BoCw98QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.dsApple watch: https://www.apple.com/ae/watch/?afid=p238%7Csl3zLwvwt-dc_mtid_sm2po57ro0_pcrid_465963967388_pgrid_109512457415_&cid=wwa-ae-kwgo-watch-slid------Announce-See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first time we...

This week the Mother Tongue ladies devised an extra special podcast for their listeners. On this episode expect to hear all about their firsts, from the first time they had sex with their husband after the birth of their child, to the first time they went to the toilet for their post delivery poo.As well as being hysterically funny at times, it also gives an open and honest account of some of the first moments you encounter during motherhood. The good, the bad, the funny and the sometimes ugly. This is definitely an episode not to be missed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mother's Day, all day, everyday - a chat with Kat Lebrasse

On this week’s episode, the Mother Tongue ladies talk to Australian fashionista and mama of two, Kat Lebrasse. We hear Kat’s thoughts on the dreaded mum comparison, affirming its difficult not to compare. She also mentions how it can be hard to share the triumphs we have in case it comes across as if you are boasting about being the perfect mum.Kat shares her advice on finding a nanny, saying it needs to be someone you can trust, find a connection with, makes you feel comfortable, and perfect fit for your little ones. She also mentions that the pressure we feel as mothers is often the pressure, we put on ourselves and that we need to be more kind to ourselves as we are all doing our best.To find out more about Kat Lebrasse check out her website and social handlesWebsite: https://www.lebrasse.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katlebrasse/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/katlebrasse/_saved/Twitter: https://twitter.com/katlebrasseProducts & Recommended CompaniesMalaak: https://malaak.me/en/home/Oli Oli: https://olioli.ae/Pirates Lifesaver Club: https://pirateslifesaving.co.za/Tips and Toes: https://www.tipsandtoes.com/en/By Terry: https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/by-terry-cellularose-brightening-cc-lumi-serum.htmlBumbo Seat: https://bumbo.com/Ginger & Spice Dribble Bib: https://www.babysouk.com/en/feed/bibs-burp-cloths/bibs.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Empowering Motherhood with Ashley James

This week, the Mother Tongue ladies are joined by presenter, DJ, model, activist, empowerment coach and new mama to gorgeous Alfie.Ashley talks openly and honestly about her motherhood journey so far, sharing her love for breastfeeding, how she wasn't maternal, and the worry she felt over not connecting with her baby. Yet, since having Alfie, she tells us how her love grows daily for him and that being a mother has brought her so much joy. She speaks courageously offering her opinion about parents who give unsolicited advice, 'The just you wait mums', often causing unnecessary worry to new mums, rather than empowering other women. Ashley explains she prefers to use her platform to support other woman and give more positive, uplifting advice.To find out more about Ashley, visit her website and social platforms: Website: https://ashleylouisejames.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleylouisejames/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashleyljamesProducts:Kokoso natural coconut balm: https://kokoso.co.uk/product/baby-soft-balm-stick/Love to Dream: https://lovetodream.com/Baby Bjorn bouncer: https://www.babybjorn.eu/?country=AEBaby essentials - Yalla Baby: https://yallababy.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weaning with confidence with Charlotte Stirling-Reed

On this week's episode, the Mother Tongue ladies are joined by expert child & baby nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed. Charlotte shares her weaning journey with her own children, Raffy & Ada and gives us insight into when we can start weaning our baby; she discusses signs of readiness and the foods we should start with. They discuss the fears parents have around allergens, the common foods that can cause allergic reactions and how some pediatricians believe an early introduction of these foods can prevent allergies. To round up the episode, Charlotte tells us about her new book 'How to Wean Your Baby'. She explains how her book is a detailed step by step guide to weaning. 'How to Wean Your Baby' will be released on 29th April 2021 and is available for pre-order now.To find out more about Charlotte Stirling-Reed, explore her website and social platforms.Website: https://www.srnutrition.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sr_nutrition/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SRNutritionTwitter: https://twitter.com/SR_NutritionTop products  Stokke Tripp Trapp Chair: https://www.stokke.com/en-ae/highchairs/tripp-trapp/1001.htmlWean in 15: https://www.amazon.ae/Wean-15-Up-date-Recipes/dp/1529016339/ref=asc_df_1529016339/?tag=googleshopp09-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=406665079081&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17629847662211198968&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1000013&hvtargid=pla-909817783199&psc=1Eco Rascals: https://ecorascals.com/Baby Eats: https://babyeats.ae/ Skip Hop Spoons: https://www.skiphop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early childhood development with Nanny Louenna

This week Mother Tongue are joined by the highly qualified nanny and maternity nurse Nanny Louenna.In this episode, we hear how Louenna dreamt of becoming a nanny from a very young age and how her dream turned into reality after studying at the prestigious Norland College over seventeen years ago.Nanny Louenna educates us on the importance of raising a happy, considerate and thriving child to enable them to reach their full potential. She also shares how routine is vital, and if your child has good manners, eats and sleep well, everything else should fall into place. They also discuss her fascinating new app, which was inspired and designed to meet all your parenting questions from pregnancy to early years; it even has a section dedicated to parents' individual needs.To find out more about Nanny Louenna explore her app, website and social platforms.App: https://www.nannylouenna.com/nannylouennaappWebsite: https://www.nannylouenna.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nannylouenna/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nannylouennaTop products App: https://www.nannylouenna.com/nannylouennaappPlaypen: https://www.amazon.ae/SKY-TOUCH-Large-Toddler-Playpen-Foldable-Basketball/dp/B085NQSPVH/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=playpen&qid=1613896032&sr=8-4Monki Box: https://monkibox.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reflux with Alison Scott Wright

This week the Mother Tongue ladies are joined by sleep & reflux expert, Alison Scott-Wright, aka 'The Magic Sleep Fairy'.In this episode, Alison shares her vast knowledge of infant reflux, a topic that can be very confusing and frustrating for parents due to its broad nature.Alison guides us on the signs and symptoms to look out for, the different types of reflux, allergies, intolerances and the common misconceptions. To round up the episode, Alison tells us about her new book 'The Sensational Toddler Sleep Plan', a follow on from her best-selling book 'The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan.'Alison Scott-Wrights Website & Social Media Handles:https://alisonscott-wright.com/https://www.instagram.com/magic_sleep_fairy/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/MagicSleepFairy/The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan:https://www.amazon.com/Sensational-Baby-Sleep-Plan/dp/0593062817The Sensational Toddler Sleep Plan:https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/1444879/the-sensational-toddler-sleep-plan/9781787635067.htmlRecommended ProductsMam Anti-Colic Bottleshttps://www.mambaby.com/Under mattress sensor padshttps://owletcare.com/products/owlet-smart-sockBaby Bjorn Bouncerhttps://www.babybjorn.eu/?country=AERockit Rockerhttps://rockitrocker.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covid-19 in pregnancy, breastfeeding, newborns and children

For the opening of season two, Mother Tongue tackle a topical issue with Dr Rania, owner and medical director of Circle Care Clinic and Specialist Paediatrician.Dr Rania shares her knowledge on coronavirus and how we can keep newborns and pregnant women safe from contracting the virus. She advises on the symptoms to watch out for and the risks those vulnerable might face if they catch the virus. Dr Rania also informs the MT team of the current vaccinations offered in the UAE, explains how they work, and why she recommends getting vaccinated.This episode of Mother Tongue is a great listen for anyone concerned about how the virus or vaccinations may impact newborns or pregnant women.Find out more from Dr Raina:Dr Rania's Clinic: https://www.circlecareclinic.com/Dr Rania's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drraniadxb/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First time mum - Carly Neave

In season one's final episode, Mother Tongue talk all about being a first-time mamma with Carly Neave, content creator, YouTuber, blogger, and new mum to the gorgeous Alfie. The MT girls chat to Carly about her experiences as a mum so far, from getting pregnant to breastfeeding. She speaks openly about her birth and the disappointment she felt when things didn't go exactly to plan. As well as the importance of protecting the relationship you have with your partner for your child's wellbeing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The minefield of Breastfeeding with Midwife Dru Campbell

Mother Tongue are joined by Dubai's leading Lactation specialist, Dru Campbell. Dru is a trained nurse, midwife and lactation consultant and is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council in the UK and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Dru shares her wealth of knowledge on breastfeeding, from how to know if your baby’s getting enough milk, the support her clinic offers to families and the benefits of breastfeeding for both mum and baby.The Mother Tongue mama's share snippets from their breastfeeding journeys, the highs and the lows and what they wish they had known at the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fourth Trimester with Jade Chilton

In this episode of Mother Tongue, the ladies discuss the fourth trimester with Acting Editor of Harpers Bazaar Arabia, contributing Fashion Director of Grazia Middle East, columnist of A Mama Less Ordinary for Grazia and mama of two, Jade Chilton.  Jade chats through what the fourth trimester means to her, drowning out the noise, trusting your own instincts, her experiences of the fourth trimester during a pandemic and the mum juggle, now that she is a mama of two.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pre & Postnatal Fitness with Nikki, aka The Fit Midwife

In the third episode of Mother Tongue, the MT team discuss their fitness journey’s both during and after pregnancy. They are joined by the amazing Nikki, aka The Fit Midwife. As well as being a UK licensed midwife, Nikki is also a qualified pre/postnatal personal trainer. Nikki chats us through the benefits of keeping fit during pregnancy, the advantages both pre and postpartum, busts myths and outlines how she ensures the safety of her clients throughout her sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pregnancy

In the second episode of Mother Tongue, the MT mama's chat about finding out they were pregnant, their pregnancy experiences and preparing for their babies' arrival.Discover how Ellis told her husband she was pregnant on UAE Father’s Day, how Jess enjoyed dressing her bump throughout pregnancy and how Maryanne suffered from swelling symptoms in the third trimester.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Birth

Welcome to the first episode of Mother Tongue. In this episode, three expat mama's Ellis, Jess and Maryanne who make up the Mother Tongue team, discuss their birthing experiences. Maryanne talks us through her 27-hour labour and the advantages of using a tens machine. Ellis provides an insight into the benefits of hypnobirthing and having her husband, Mr H, as her Doula. Whilst Jess shares her desire to have a natural birth, the moment her waters were broken and losing her mucus plug.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.