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Next of Kin The Podcast is back with season 3! I'm your host Emma, a British Expat, Mumpreneur and toddler Mum, living in Dubai, UAE, and this podcast follows along my own journey raising my daughter and starting my first business.

In this solo episode, I invite you to join me on a journey through my personal reflections and life updates. From navigating the unexpected challenges of a road trip to Oman to embracing the joys and trials of motherhood in Dubai, I share candid insights into my struggle to balance it all with the ever changing needs and demands from work and family, adapting to the evolving dynamics of parenting, and my honest plan for the future.

Join me for an intimate catch-up as I wrap up season 3. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with relatable stories and valuable lessons for mums in Dubai.

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Next of Kin The Podcast is back with season 3! I'm your host Emma, a British Expat, Mumpreneur and toddler Mum, living in Dubai, UAE, and this podcast follows along my own journey raising my daughter and starting my first business.

Today I’m joined by Abbie Kadom, founder of Hope-Amel, a Dubai-based non-profit organisation supporting Mothers and families who are struggling and in need of support. This year marks 5 years since Hope-Amel was founded, and in this special episode, we reflect on its beginnings, impact, and what lies ahead.

Abbie shares the deeply personal and tragic story that led her to start Hope-Amel, and how she channelled her own struggles into a mission to support others.

We discuss:

• The emotional backstory behind Hope-Amel's founding
• A story of hope for single Mothers
• What it's like to support others while still healing yourself
• The realities of running a grassroots organisation in the UAE
• Hope-Amel’s mission and milestones over the past five years
• Abbie’s message for anyone looking to find purpose
• How to help others in need in the UAE
• What to do with old householder baby items in UAE

This is an incredibly moving and inspiring conversation that shines a light on the strength found in vulnerability, and the hope that can grow from even the darkest of places.

Links:
Hope-Amel Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/602454400745177
Hope-Amel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_amel_uae_/

Support the show

Website: https://nextofkin.ae
Instagram: @nextofkin.ae
My Personal Instagram: @emmacoulter.insta
Tiktok: @nextofkin.ae
Email: podcast@nextofkin.ae

Please subscribe and share the show to help us grow, and if you are enjoying the podcast and would like to support you can now 'buy me a tea': https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nextofkinpodcast

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Next of Kin The Podcast is back with season 3! I'm your host Emma, a British Expat, Mumpreneur and toddler Mum, living in Dubai, UAE, and this podcast follows along my own journey raising my daughter and starting my first business.

Today I am joined by Louise Hurley from @parentprospercoaching - a certified parenting coach, former teacher, and mum of two, based in Dubai. Louise specialises in helping parents in the UAE build calmer, more connected relationships with their toddlers.

In this episode, we’re diving into the realities of toddlerhood, especially for expat families raising young children in Dubai and across the UAE. Louise shares her journey from confident educator to overwhelmed mum, and how she turned things around using parenting strategies rooted in child development research.

We discuss:

• Why toddlerhood is such an emotionally intense phase (for both parents and children!)
• Saying 'no' when you really want to avoid a meltdown
• Why your child’s behaviour is linked to how they feel, not just what they “know”
• How to build confidence in shy children
• How to support the more sensitive and strong-willed toddlers
• Tantrums, meltdowns, big emotions... whatever you want to call it, it's intense for parents and kids, how should we navigate these?

If you're looking for toddler parenting support in Dubai or the wider UAE, this episode is a must-listen.

Links:

Parent Prosper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentprospercoaching/

Parent Prosper Website: https://www.parentprospercoaching.me/

Support the show

Website: https://nextofkin.ae
Instagram: @nextofkin.ae
My Personal Instagram: @emmacoulter.insta
Tiktok: @nextofkin.ae
Email: podcast@nextofkin.ae

Please subscribe and share the show to help us grow, and if you are enjoying the podcast and would like to support you can now 'buy me a tea': https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nextofkinpodcast