Dear Mum: Even ‘strong mothers’ need a listening ear
Dear Mum, Strong mums need love too – you know, the ones you turn to for inspiration and support; those you look at and think: “they must be doing so…
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The Mum Diaries: Eczema questions you’ve been itching to ask
It’s winter time, and while this season is wonderful, it also means increased eczema. For mums, seeing children struggle with skin issues can feel very stressful. Naturally, you’d feel helpless…
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Dear Mum, ignore the comments
Dear Mum, Take a deep breath. Sometimes, the negative opinions of others can make you feel like you’re not good enough. Afterall, the purpose of mum shaming is meant to…
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Spotlight on Mum: The martial artist helping mothers find themselves
Fitness coach Khedija Dellal believes it’s important to remember that before you are a mum or a wife, you are a woman – you are you. Khedija Dellal is a…
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Dear Mum, opening up about pregnancy loss is powerful
Dear Mum, Meghan Markle made the brave decision to open up about her miscarriage. Before that, Chrissy Teigen shared grief about her stillbirth. More recently, Christina Perri also shared the…
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Is egg freezing permissible in Islam?
Egg freezing has been slower in the Muslim world due to cultural beliefs and religious regulations but the conversation is slowly starting to pick up, writes Maha El Akoum. Science…
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Spotlight on Mum: Managing work, pregnancy and a toddler
As a mother and scientist working during a global pandemic, Stephanie already had her plate full. Then came a pregnancy. Stephanie’s passion for motherhood and her dedication to her career…
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Pandemic pregnancy: Should you be worried?
In this edition of The Mum Diaries, Doha News speaks to Dr. Medhat Alberry, a Consultant Obstetrician at Sidra Medicine who specialises in fetal medicine and boasts a long experience…
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Dear Mum, the transition to motherhood is rough
Dear first-time mum, The transition into motherhood can feel very rough. Sometimes, the most difficult aspect is less about the fact that there’s a full human being that is completely…
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