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Hello and welcome back to Mother Tongue! A podcast and social media community bringing together mums from around the world to connect over their experiences of motherhood.
Now boasting a successful website, audiobook and strong social following, it all started with a podcast in 2020. A British expat living in the UAE, I started the brand all over a coffee with friends sat at her house, discussing the trials and tribulations of being a mum. The idea was to provide companionship for a generation of new mothers who are expected to do it all.
With the help of the many experts and mothers I have spoken to over the last three years, we have taken listeners along on our own journey into motherhood and beyond.
Now heading into its 13th season, Mother Tongue continues to grow and help women around the world.
Thanks for tuning in!
Maryanne xxx
To get in touch or to find out more about the podcast, please email info@wearemothertongue.com / Instagram @wearemothertongue.
Or visit our website: www.wearemothertongue.com
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Joining us today is Ms. Mona Joumaa, Lead Clinical Dietitian at Mediclinic Middle East and a passionate advocate for realistic, healthy family nutrition. As mums, we’re often juggling picky eaters, postpartum cravings, and the constant question of “what’s for dinner?” Mona is here to help make feeding ourselves and our families less stressful and more nourishing. From postpartum nutrition for healing and energy, to toddler-friendly meals that support growth and immunity, today’s c...
Today on the podcast, we're diving into a topic that’s often whispered about but rarely unpacked properly—the mummy makeover. From myths and misconceptions to real advice on what to expect, we’re getting into the facts with someone who knows this field inside and out. Joining us is Dr Charles Bain, a Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon at Mediclinic Middle East. With years of experience helping women navigate the physical changes of motherhood, Dr Bain offers a thoughtful...
Today on the podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Sunita Sahu, Consultant Psychiatrist at Mediclinic Middle East, who brings a wealth of experience in women’s mental health and perinatal psychiatry. Dr. Sahu is deeply passionate about supporting mothers through the often overlooked emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and the first year of their child’s life. Her compassionate, evidence-based approach has helped countless women navigate everything from baby blues to postpartum...
Today’s episode is for every sleep-deprived parent out there—the ones googling baby sleep tips at 3am, wondering if they'll ever feel rested again. We’re diving deep into the realities of sleep struggles, not just for little ones, but for the parents too—especially mums who are juggling recovery, feeding, work, and everything in between. Joining us is Dr Ellie Danaher, a Consultant Paediatrician at Mediclinic Middle East—and also a mum herself. With years of medical expertise and firsthand ex...
If you’ve ever had a toddler at home, you’ll know that life can go from calm to chaos in a matter of seconds. Whether it’s a bumped head, a swallowed toy, or a moment of silence that suddenly seems suspicious - parenting toddlers is full of unexpected twists. Joining us today to help take the panic out of the unpredictable is Dr Jane Philips, Consultant Emergency Medicine, with years of experience treating young children and guiding families through the ups and downs of toddlerhood. From comm...
If you're a parent, chances are you've spent more than a few nights worrying about a fever, googling a mysterious rash, or wondering if yet another runny nose means another doctor’s visit. Joining us today to help separate fact from fear is Dr David, a Consultant Paediatrician at Mediclinic , Parkview, who brings years of experience caring for little ones—and calming anxious parents. From fevers and viral rashes to coughs, congestion, and everything in between, Dr David helps us understand wh...
Today’s guest is someone who sits at the fascinating intersection of science, skincare, and parenthood. We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Emer Gilligan, External Affairs Director at WaterWipes — a brand many of us know and trust from those very first moments of parenthood. With a PhD in immunology and a passion for public health, Emer plays a key role in shaping the brand’s commitment to purity, transparency, and scientific innovation — including their latest initiative, The Science of Water...
Today on Mother Tongue, we’re diving into a topic that every parent has wrestled with at some point — nursery. From choosing the right one, to knowing what really matters in those early years, it can feel overwhelming. To guide us through, we’re joined by Rania Galbraith, Nursery Manager at Paddington Park Nursery. Rania shares why nursery education is so important for a child’s development, the red flags to look out for, and some really practical tips that will make the whole process...
Today on the podcast we’re joined by a fellow expat mama whose story is both powerful and deeply relatable. Erin Harrington is the founder of The Purpose Project, a venture born from her passion for enhancing both inner and outer beauty. With over 12 years of experience in the beauty world, Erin brings not only her professional expertise but also her personal journey as a mother. In this episode, Erin opens up about her own experience with postnatal depression and anxiety, the realitie...
Today, we are speaking about a very important topic, osteopathy – a practice I have relied on quite a lot during postpartum for all of my babies. She’s an Australian-trained osteopath and cranial sacral therapist with over two decades of experience in the health industry. Her extensive training encompasses paediatric osteopathy, women's health, lactation consulting, tongue-tie assessment and rehabilitation, visceral osteopathy, and cranial techniques. Dr. Whalan also specializes in oro...
Today we are speaking about a topic I have never touched upon - matrescence - with a wonderful woman who is a coach, author, doula, and the founder of MotherSHIFT and The Becoming Podcast. She has dedicated her work to guiding women through life’s biggest transitions—especially matrescence, motherhood, and personal reinvention. With over a decade of experience supporting women in navigating these profound shifts, she brings a unique blend of research, storytelling, and deep wisdom...
Today’s guest is a powerhouse in every sense of the word — someone who’s made wellness, self-love, and conscious living her mission, and who continues to inspire a community of women by showing up with honesty, heart and humour. Steph Elswood is a content creator, entrepreneur, sober living advocate, and now — a new mum. She’s the founder of CAROUSE, a non-alcoholic spirit brand redefining the social drinking scene, the brains behind Sasstainable, her eco-conscious lifestyle brand, and the co...
Today, we have a very special guest who is a licensed therapist specialising in maternal mental health, helping women navigate the emotional and psychological shifts that come with pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. With years of experience supporting mums through the highs and lows of the fourth trimester, she brings invaluable insight into the challenges new mothers face—including postpartum anxiety, identity shifts, and the importance of self-care in the early days of parenting. Whethe...
Today, we’re tackling a topic that so many parents struggle with—Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) in babies—and who better to guide us through it than The Milk Allergy Dietitian. She is a registered dietitian specialising in food allergies, particularly in babies and young children. With years of experience supporting families navigating CMPA, she has helped countless parents understand dairy-free diets, manage symptoms, and confidently reintroduce dairy using the milk ladder. Th...
Today on the Mother Tongue podcast, we're diving into a topic that so many of us have questions about—but don’t always know where to begin: hormones, functional health, and the wild ride that is perimenopause. Joining me is the brilliant Roshani Hill, founder of Vital Woman Wellness here in Dubai. Roshani is a certified functional health practitioner who specialises in supporting women through all stages of hormonal change—from PMS and burnout to fertility, perimenopause, and beyond. In this ...
If you're a tired parent looking for real solutions to sleepless nights, or a mum with a reflux baby, you've come to the right place! Today’s guest has been helping families around the world transform their baby’s sleep with her proven, gentle, and effective methods, for over two decades. She has also become known as the queen of reflux for her knowledge, support and solutions on the topic. Products: Avent natural bottles - Avent natural bottles Mam Bottles - https://amzn.to/4fix0...
Today’s guest is someone who plays an incredibly important – and often unsung – role in the journey of early motherhood. Ruth Watts is a UK-based health visitor with over a decade of experience supporting families through those precious, messy, and often overwhelming early years. From sleep struggles and feeding worries to developmental milestones and maternal mental health, Ruth has seen it all – and she brings a calm, compassionate, and no-nonsense approach to guiding parents through it. Sh...
Today, we’ve got a guest who’s turned simple, wholesome cooking into a national phenomenon. Say hello to Grace Mortimer, the face behind @_myfirstmeals on Instagram, and the bestselling author of three cookbooks, including My First Meals, My Family Meals, and her soon-to-be-released One Pot Wonders. Grace started her kitchen journey in lockdown, sharing no-fuss, five‑ingredient recipes to help families eat well without the stress—and now she’s feeding hundreds of thousands of parents worldwid...
Today on the podcast, we're welcoming back the wonderful Alexandra Gillespie — writer, creator, and all-round powerhouse — for a catch-up that covers everything from the highs and lows of the fourth trimester to the beautiful chaos of life with three little ones. We dive into the reality of newborn life, the emotional rollercoaster of adjusting post-pregnancy, and the honest truths that don’t make it to Instagram. We chat about the products we love, the ones we could’ve done without, and what...
In this special travel episode, we take you along for the ride (literally) as we unpack our unforgettable family trip to Disneyland Paris – the highs, the hiccups, and everything in between. From spinning tea cups to toddler tantrums, we’re talking about: Our top tips for tackling the parks with kids (including must-ride attractions and where to eat without losing your mind)Why the parades are worth the hype (and how to grab the best spot)The magical perks of staying at the Disneyland Hotel (...
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