The Mum Diaries Archives

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Teacher to multimillionaire: Children’s YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel’s rise to stardom

Here’s the story of how one woman went from a school teacher to a multimillionaire YouTuber in just three years. For those with children under the age of four, it…

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How can a lactation consultant help in breastfeeding struggles?

Support and proper guidance from a lactation consultant can be a game changer for new mothers on their breastfeeding journey. While breastfeeding is a natural way for mothers to provide…

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Spotlight on Mum: How my son’s diagnosis changed our lives

When her son was just 28 months old, Sarah’s life took an unexpected turn. Sarah defines motherhood as unconditional love, patience, and acceptance for your child. The first moments between…

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Dear Mum: Let yourself feel the storm, the rainbow is coming

Dear Mum, Dear you.. dear everyone, How are you feeling? More importantly, how is your heart doing? As this turbulent year comes to an end, you may be feeling some…

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Sidra Medicine provides ‘culturally-appropriate’ mental health intervention for pregnant mothers

Depression and anxiety are major mental health risks for pregnant women and new mothers. Using a well known western approach, specialist women’s and children’s hospital Sidra Medicine’s unique programme seeks…

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Dear Mum: Relax, your ‘best’ is enough this pandemic

Dear Mum, How are you feeling? I wanted to take a moment to remind you that you are doing your best during this unprecedented pandemic. Of course, this definition of…

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The Mum Diaries: Dietician shares health tips for ‘mums on the run’

Registered dietician Abrar Naely knows just how busy mums can get during the week. Here are some helpful tips from the expert on how to maintain a healthy and productive…

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Raising the bar: full-time mothers with full-time careers

On Mother’s Day Doha News speaks to two mothers about the daily challenges they face working full-time in high-powered roles and raising children in Doha. The Business Executive Jess DuPlessis…

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Spotlight on Mum: Finding myself as a former accounting director turned full-time mum

Former accounting director turned full-time mum, Michelle Tayler says her transition from the professional world to her home has helped her discover other life purposes. Michelle Tayler exudes sincerity in…

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