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The Madinat Mom Podcast | Motherhood, Mental Health & Expat Life

by Nour Rayes Belman

Welcome to The Madinat Mom Podcast, the filter-free space for raw and unfiltered conversations about modern motherhood, maternal mental health, and postpartum recovery. Hosted by empowerment coach Nour Rayes Belman, this show dives deep into the hidden realities of raising a family — from managing the invisible mental load of motherhood and marriage after baby to navigating generational trauma and overcoming mom guilt. If you are an expat mom in Dubai or the wider Middle East building your village from scratch, this podcast is your safe community. Join us every other week for candid solo episodes and expert interviews featuring local maternal health professionals, pediatric specialists, and inspiring mothers sharing their survival stories. ✨ Hit the + Follow button at the top of your screen so you never miss an episode!

Latest episodes

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Breastfeeding, Milk Supply, Pumping & Weaning with IBCLC Lisa

Oct 8
1 h 01 min

IVF, Infertility & Miscarriage: The Emotional Reality of 7 IVF Cycles

IVF is often talked about as a medical journey to having a baby. But what happens when IVF becomes years of waiting, anxiety, loss, miscarriage, financial pressure and em

Sep 24
1 h 07 min

Postpartum Depression Doesn't Always Look Like Sadness: Signs Moms Miss

Postpartum depression doesn't always look the way we expect it to. In this episode of The Madinat Mom Podcast, Dr. Nivin Hanash explains the signs of postpartum depressio

Sep 3
41 min

Overcoming Mom Guilt: Maternal Burnout Symptoms & Setting Boundaries

Why do so many mothers constantly feel like they are falling short? Wellness coach Rana dives deep into overcoming mom guilt and identifying the silent maternal burnout s

Aug 13
46 min

Co-Parenting After Divorce: Raising an Emotionally Secure Child Alone

How do you approach co-parenting after divorce while navigating your own healing journey? Holistic art therapy practitioner Ishtar shares her powerful story of leaving an

Jul 30
47 min

Tantrums Aren't the Problem: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Child Development

Why do tantrums happen? Are we expecting too much from our children—or sometimes too little? In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast, Nour is joined by Early Childho

Jul 16
36 min

The Meal Planning Mistakes Most Moms Make (And How to Fix Them)

Jul 2
55 min

Breaking Generational Cycles: Healing Childhood Trauma in Motherhood

Have you ever found yourself reacting to your child and thinking, "I sound exactly like my parent"? This episode tackles breaking generational cycles and healing childhoo

Jun 18
29 min

Binge Eating Recovery & Intuitive Eating Tips for Busy Moms

Are you trapped in a cycle of restrictive clean eating and midnight binging? In this episode, certified holistic nutritionist Maitha joins Nour to discuss binge eating re

Jun 4
47 min

Managing Toddler Tantrums and Meltdowns: How to Parent a Deeply Feeling Child

Does your child experience explosive emotional outbursts that leave you feeling entirely helpless? We dive deep into managing toddler meltdowns and what it truly means to

May 14
43 min

Stop Feeding Your Feelings: The Truth About Emotional Eating & Mom Guilt | Expert Talk

Are you reaching for snacks at midnight — not because you're hungry, but because you're exhausted, overwhelmed, or desperate for a moment to yourself? In this episode,

Apr 30
42 min

How a Non-Arab Mom Raised Fluent Arabic-Speaking Kids

How a Non-Arab Mom Raised Fluent Arabic-Speaking Kids Can you teach your children Arabic if it's not your first language? In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast,

Apr 16
31 min

Postpartum Core Recovery: Safe Pelvic Floor Exercises & Diastasis Recti

Ready to rebuild your strength safely without the pressure to "bounce back"? Pre- and postnatal fitness coach Sophia breaks down everything you need to know about postpar

Apr 2
46 min

Expert Talk | Holistic Baby Sleep: Gentle, Connection-Based Solutions (No Sleep Training Needed)

Expert Talk | Holistic Baby Sleep: Gentle, Connection-Based Solutions (No Sleep Training Needed) In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast, Nour speaks with Nada, a ho

Mar 19
38 min

Raising a Child with a Disability: Motherhood, Inclusion & Strength

Raising a Child with a Disability: Motherhood, Inclusion & Strength   In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast, Nour sits down with Maria, a mom in the UAE, to share he

Mar 5
47 min

Emotional Intelligence in Children | Tantrums & Parenting Tips

Emotional intelligence in children is one of the most important skills parents can help their kids develop. In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast, host Nour talks wi

Feb 19
41 min

Mothering Without a Mom: Navigating Grief as an Expat Mom in Dubai

Are you navigating mothering without a mom while trying to build a life in a new country? In this episode, host Nour Rayes Belman sits down with Rana to unpack the inv

Feb 4
55 min

Why Your Kids Keep Getting Sick (And How to Stop It with Functional Medicine)

The information shared in this video is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical advice and guidance. In this compelling epis

Dec 10 2025
1 h 21 min

A Mom's Journey Against All Odds: From Heartbreak to Hope

Embark on a heartfelt and inspiring motherhood journey with today's episode, where we explore the incredible resilience of a mom who faced the heartbreak of a missed misc

Aug 19 2025
47 min

Postpartum Anxiety Symptoms: Overcoming Birth Trauma & Identity Crisis

What happens when the reality of bringing home a baby doesn't match the social media highlight reel? Clinical hypnotherapist Yasmen opens up about identifying postpartum

Aug 5 2025
40 min

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