Today we are covering another important topic - the pelvic floor! We have the honour of speaking to a true expert in her field who is also mum of two. Having had a passion for physiotherapy from an early age, the fabulous Clare Bourne has worked in the NHS extensively before moving into private practice.

She works with women and men throughout their lives with symptoms relating to their pelvic floor, and has a particular passion in supporting women during pregnancy and after birth, helping them to seek treatment for any pain or pelvic floor dysfunction they experience and is a Mummy MOT practitioner. She also loves to share information on social media to try and open up the conversation around pelvic floor dysfunction, break down taboos and signpost women and men to help where needed.

Products:
- epi-no device - https://epi-no.co.uk/
- SRC Health compression leggings and shorts - https://srchealth.com/
- Strong Foundations - https://www.clare-bourne.com/shop

Tip - Don't be ashamed of your symptoms. Talk to your friends and get support

Find Clare on instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/clarebournephysio/

Find Clare's website: https://www.clare-bourne.com/

Find Mother Tongue on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/?hl=en

Our lead in chat was with Laura Jones: https://www.instagram.com/homebylaurajones/?hl=en

Today I have the pleasure of welcoming a friend of mine to Mother Tongue. A fellow pregnant mama, soon to be mum to three, our guest is here today to discuss all things products - what we love, what we hate and what we cannot wait to try! This will hopefully be your ultimate guide to shopping! We also discuss pregnancy, loss and motherhood plus our thoughts on becoming families of 5.

Most products can be found on Mumzworld using code MT10 at checkout.

Find Alex on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandraishername/

Find Mother Tongue on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/

Lead in chat is with Ellis Harwood: https://www.instagram.com/ellis.harwood/

Find out more about the Stokke Tripp Trapp and newborn seat:
https://www.mumzworld.com/en/stokke-tripp-trapp-newborn-set-v2-grey?geo=false&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA57G5BhDUARIsACgCYnz5RsHAzWtGwQrtgZMbBHr5Q6lw1L1_E-qIrMnAn915UQ646OtTCQMaAlpNEALw_wcB

https://www.mumzworld.com/en/stokke-tripp-trapp-wooden-chair-natural-442329?source=Search

MT10 at checkout to get 10% off

Today’s guest is a twice exit founder in the plant-based industry and a mum of two who has an incredibly sad yet empowering story to share with us today. She has experienced something that no mother should ever have to experience in their life and has handled it with bravery, courage, and strength. She is here today to share her story with us in the hope to share knowledge and power with other mothers around the world. We are so incredibly excited to welcome Justine Dampt to Mother Tongue.

PRODUCT: Shake Your Plants - https://www.shakeyourplants.com/

TIP: Pelvic floor exercises

Instagram: @justinedampt
Instagram: @shakeyourplants

Find out more about our Mother Tongue Christmas Markets:

THURSDAY 14th NOVEMBER

• Location: Organic Foods & Café – Citylands Mall
• Timings: 8am – 12pm

FRIDAY 22nd NOVEMBER

• Location: Bounty Beets, Meriden Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina
• Timings: 8am – 12pm

Find out more about Laura Jones Christmas Candle Making: https://www.instagram.com/homebylaurajones/p/DBseB0aJkLW/

Our lead in chat was with Aisha Bearn: https://www.instagram.com/aishabearn/

Find us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/

We have a special episode for everyone today - the first time we have two fabulous guests speaking about one common issue - skin! Today we have an entrepreneur, Melissa Schneider, speaking about her mission on how to change the way we pick clothing and fabric for our newborns plus a dermatologist, Dr Monika from Health Bay, who is going to her knowledge on both pregnancy and newborn skin issues.

Artist: @namirabstudio
Instagram: @issyandlilo.baby
www.issyandlilo.com

Issy & Lilo is a Dubai-based baby brand known for its commitment to sustainability and quality. The company specializes in eco-friendly baby clothing and accessories made primarily from bamboo and organic cotton. These materials are chosen for their softness, breathability, and gentle feel on sensitive skin, making them ideal for babies who experience skin issues like eczema. The brand's products include smart rompers, sleeping bags, swaddle blankets, and bodysuits, all designed to ensure comfort and functionality for parents and babies alike​.

Dr Monika's Tip: Use nappy cream with Zinc oxide and rinse with thermal spring water.
Product: Cetaphil daily baby lotion
Find Dr Monika on instagram: @dramonikafigueiredo

Dr Monika can be found in Dubai at Health Bay: https://healthbayclinic.com/

Today we are speaking to a wonderful woman and mum who is known as The Food Doula: a Self Taught Chef, Nurturer, Cooking Coach and Founder of the original food hug meal delivery service offering edible support across the UK. She is the queen of postpartum nutrition and has come on Mother Tongue today to help us navigate pregnancy nutrition and preparing for postpartum.

Recommendations:

BOOK: Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols
www.mealtrain.com

BOOK: The Postnatal Depletion Cure by Oscar Serrallach

TIP: Tell your friends and family what they can cook for you

PRODUCT: Dissolvable collagen
@fooddoula
www.thefooddoula.co.uk

Use code FOODHUG for 10% off the food doula site - November bundles launching soon , gift vouchers available!

Ossa Organic products (broth, ghee, collagen) are available at https://www.ossaorganic.com/ - use FOODDOULA for 10% off

Find Kate on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fooddoula/

Find instagram on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/

Lead in chat is with Laura Jones: https://www.instagram.com/homebylaurajones/

Find out more about our KSA event: https://sima-space.com/NKZBAEB

Today we are speaking to a practicing Midwifery Sister, Pelvic Health Specialist, Podcaster, Author and Mum. Offering a wealth of experience, The Midwife Pip has supported thousands of women and parents to be through all aspects of pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

A woman on a mission to bridge the information gap by providing honest, evidence based pregnancy antenatal education and postnatal education, our guest aspires to ensure women feel empowered to birth free from fear and prepared to navigate their parenting journey.

PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS:
- "Bumps" online resource about medications during pregnancy
- TIP: Educate yourself about your least desired birth experience so that you can feel empowered
- PRODUCT: Get a pelvic health assessment

Listen to The Midwife Pip podcast: https://www.midwifepip.com/podcast
Find Pip's website: https://www.midwifepip.com/
Find Pip's book, Midwife Pip's Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books
Find Pip on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip

Find Mother Tongue on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/

I recorded our intro chat from Mamas and Papas this week. To visit my favourite store, go to Dubai Mall or Dubai Hills Mall. To shop online: https://mamasandpapas.ae/

Catch our weekly newsletter to see some of my favourite M&P products. Subscribe to www.wearemothertongue.com to stay up to date.

Today I have the pleasure of speaking to not one but two experts - Rana Moussalli, Interior Designer at IKEA & Julie Mallon, Sleep Expert who will talk not only about the importance of sleep but also how we can get some good, restful sleep in our lives. Spanning from newborn onwards, we cover sleep for every age and stage and share some helpful tips on how to tackle pregnancy insomnia!

- Rana's favourite product was the NATTJASMIN duvet cover set
- Julie's favourite product was the FÖRNUFTIG air purifier

Find IKEA in the UAE: https://www.ikea.com/ae/en/

Find Julie on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurture2sleep/

Find out more about Nurture2Sleep: https://www.nurture2sleep.com/

Find Mother Tongue on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/

Known as one of the region’s leading home furnishing retailers, IKEA has unveiled six essential solutions for a good night’s sleep, based on an in-depth sleep study that took place this year. To enhance air quality, the FÖRNUFTIG air purifier is equipped with a particle filter and an optional gas filter, effectively removing odours, pollen, and pollutants such as dust, smoke, and chemicals. For comfort, the VALEVÅG mattress offers firm support with individual pocket springs and comfort zones, ensuring an even distribution of body weight whilst sound is addressed with the VAPPEBY speaker lamp, perfect for creating a relaxing. To help children feel secure at bedtime, the TÖVÄDER night light provides a soothing glow in five different colours. Finally, the NATTJASMIN duvet cover set, made from a soft cotton/lyocell blend, helps regulate temperature for a comfortable night’s rest. Together, these solutions demonstrate Al-Futtaim IKEA’s commitment to improving sleep quality across the region.

This week's episode introduction is with mama and interior designer Hannah Raven Wright, find her on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravensnestdesignstudio/

On today’s episode we are speaking to one of our favourite Dubai-based Midwifes all about the third trimester and birth and oh my I have so many questions! Nicola Oliver, also known as The Fit Midwife, has over a decade of experience working first in the NHS, then in Dubai.

She is a wizard in her field with an immense amount of knowledge under her belt and also has a strong background in caring for women in high risk pregnancies, multiple pregnancies and pregnancy loss. Nikki works as pregnancy/birth/postpartum support, providing her midwifery knowledge, evidence based information and one to one support throughout. She is also a REPs certified pre and postnatal personal trainer with a special interest in the role of fitness for improving birth outcomes and rehabilitation in a postnatal setting.

Find Nikki on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefitmidwife/
Find Mother Tongue on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearemothertongue/


TIP: Invest in a good midwife or doula
PRODUCT: Silverette silver nipple shields - https://amzn.to/4eiSvOJ

Our introduction guest this week is Ellis Harwood - find out more about her here: https://www.instagram.com/ellis.harwood/

Find out more about the YOYO3 - https://www.stokke.com/en-ae/category/prams/yoyo-strollers-pushchairs

Buy the YOYO3 - https://www.mumzworld.com/en/babyzen?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjNS3BhChARIsAOxBM6o_Sx89JgjeQIKE3FBvISjivg4qud59zhn4TuEwO0oTbKMSshjKYE4aArzeEALw_wcB