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They Say It Takes A VillageAuthor: Raya Halet
'They Say It Takes A Village' podcast aims to give moms a fun, unfiltered and informative outlet to navigate all things parenthood. Based in the UAE, I Interview local heroes from my village who make parenting just that bit easier. You can think of it as your personal directory... bringing you recommendations when you need it the most. Presented and produced by a mom of two, Raya Halet. Language: en-us Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 80 - Motherhood, Identity, and the Quiet Strength We Carry with Special Guest Ban Altoumah
Episode 80
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
Send us Fan MailIn this deeply personal Mother’s Day episode, I sat with someone who has shaped my life in every possible way my mother, Ban Altoumah. A clinical biochemist, a mother, and a woman who has lived through the many layers of what it means to give, nurture, and grow, she brings both wisdom and honesty into this conversation.Together, we explore the realities of motherhood beyond the surface. What it means to sacrifice while still trying to hold onto yourself. The pressure of “having it all” and how that definition is different for every woman. The invisible skills and strength that motherhood builds, and the constant effort it takes to stay grounded in a world full of distractions.We speak about balance, identity, faith, and the quiet responsibility mothers carry as they raise the next generation with intention and care. At its core, this episode is a reminder that there is no single formula, only the one each woman creates for herself, shaped by her values, her circumstances, and her heart.This conversation is raw, reflective, and filled with the kind of wisdom that only a mother can give.Tune in to They Say It Takes a Village on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
