In this episode, we are privileged to have Rebbetzin Ruthie Halberstadt as our guest. Ruthie shares her journey of battling the debilitating illness of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) during her pregnancies.Initially overcome and over shadowed by constant nausea, vomiting, and physical discomfort, Ruthie's experience with HG changed when she accepted and even learnt to embrace the illness. Through learning to receive the maximum medical help she needed during pregnancy and also to prepare properly, she learnt to change her experience and her mindset.This enabled her to create a supportive environment for herself and her growing family. She went on to have more children despite the continuing challenges with HG. Ruthie's story and insights now inspire and guide other women facing this condition through her lectures, website hghelp.co.uk, and popular book. Join us as Ruthie shares her personal journey, and provides wisdom on finding strength, self-care, and building a loving community amidst adversity. Visit hghelp.co.uk for guidance and support. You can find Ruthie's book "Hyperemesis, a spiritual perspective dealing with extreme pregnancy sickness" in all Jewish bookstores.

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Thank you to this episodes sponsors: Shefa Mehadrin and Coco Bakery. 

With four prime locations in London and Manchester, Shefa Mehadrin ensures that every cut of meat and chicken is packaged with care and attention to detail, and the deli food is delicious.When we spoke to the owner, he shared heartwarming feedback from customers, which speaks volumes! Many have described the deli as serving "homemade food", with nothing commercial about it. Their kids have even told them they prefer the schnitzels, kugel, and much more over their own home-cooked food. But the secret is, it still tastes like home food.And what keeps customers coming back for more, is the consistency in Shefa Mehadrin's recipes. Customers can count on the same exceptional quality every single time. Shefa Mehadrin has opened a new deli counter in Kosher Kingdom, where you can enjoy their delicious fresh cold cuts, cut especially for you on the spot. After all, there's no comparison to fresh from vacuum-packed. Come and see for yourself, they can't wait to serve you! https://www.shefamehadrin.com

If you are visiting London, or if you live here already, there is one place you need to visit and that is Coco Bakery, located in the heart of Golders Green. As you walk in the smells of fresh bead and the sight of the most delicious patisseries will over take you. Coco bakery, prides itself in being innovative, gourmet, and a cut above the rest. Those that visited over chanukah will be able to attest to this and tell you what an incredible display and how delicious their original doughnut bar was.  Customers keep coming back, and they know if you pop in, you will too! Coco bakery look forward to welcoming you! https://www.cocobakery.co.uk/