The Playground Podcast

May 15 2024
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There’s no hood like parenthood! How often do we really get to hear real, open, and honest conversations? The Playground was launched to share real human stories, the good, the bad, the funny and the sad. We also host some leading regional experts who offer tips and tricks for our listeners to benefit from.We want to walk away knowing that we made a parent’s life somewhat easier, or even just made them smile! 

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Egg Freezing: Hope or Hype?

May 15 2024 40 mins  
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Playground! Today, we are thrilled to have the incredibly multifaceted Nina Zandnia as our guest. Nina, a Persian/Swedish dynamo who grew up between New York and Sweden, is now making waves in Dubai. As a TV Presenter, United Nations Speaker, Producer, Director, Public Speaker, and Moderator, Nina has had a vibrant career that started at

Breaking the Silence: Navigating Miscarriage and Motherhood with Alana from ＨＵＭＡＮ | ＩＮＧ

Mar 08 2024 29 mins  
In this emotionally charged episode of The Playground, we sit down with Alana, a Dubai-based American expat whose journey through motherhood has been marked by profound loss and resilience. After experiencing the devastating loss of her first baby at 20 weeks, just before her wedding in Italy, Alana embarked on a journey to break the silence surrounding miscarriage and infant loss.

Nurturing Connection: A Deep Dive into Conscious Parenting with Dr. Alya Alsuwaidi

Jan 18 2024 25 mins  
🎙️ Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Playground," where we navigate the world of parenting with expertise, empathy, and a touch of humour. In this episode, our esteemed guest, Dr. Alya Alsuwaidi, an Emirati conscious parenting expert, joins us for a heartfelt conversation on the challenges parents face and the transformative power of conscious parenting.👶 As we

Taleen Marie on Juggling Real Housewives Status, Mum Hustle, and Mental Health

Jan 11 2024 26 mins  
🎙️ Get ready to step into the glittering world of the Real Housewives of Dubai on this special episode of The Playground Podcast! In this riveting interview, Shamim Kassibawi sits down with the multi-talented Taleen Marie, the newest sensation to grace the cast. Known for her prowess as a singer/songwriter, fitness entrepreneur, advisor, and investor, Taleen takes us on a roll

Navigating New Parenthood: Insights from a Veteran Midwife

Jan 04 2024 30 mins  
Welcoming a new baby is a thrilling yet challenging journey for every family. In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Cecile, a revered midwife with decades of invaluable experience supporting new parents and their precious bundles of joy. Join us as Cecile delves into the intricacies of this transformative phase. From discussing the evolving role of fathers in modern parent

Resilience, Motherhood, and Victory: Navigating Challenges with Rehab Al Mehairi

Dec 28 2023 27 mins  
Join us in this powerful episode as we sit down with the multifaceted Rehab Al Mehairi, an incredible Emirati woman who wears multiple hats with grace and resilience. From being a devoted mother, actress, TV presenter, to a thriving entrepreneur, she shares her inspiring journey through the highs and lows of life.Rehab delves into her deeply personal story, recounting the trials sh

My biggest regret about my parenthood journey

Dec 22 2023 33 mins  
In this touching episode, Tina Chikhani Nader, a successful leader, opens up about her personal journey. She bravely discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career and the emotional turmoil of unsuccessful IVF attempts while navigating motherhood decisions. Tina candidly shares the societal pressures, emotional struggles, and internal conflicts she faced, revealing the re