Raya Halet

They Say It Takes A Village

Kids EN ↓ 81 episodes

'They Say It Takes A Village' podcast aims to give moms a fun, unfiltered and informative outlet to navigate all things parenthood. Based in the UAE, I Interview local heroes from my village who make parenting just that bit easier. You can think of it as your personal directory... bringing you recommendations when you need it the most. Presented and produced by a mom of two, Raya Halet. 

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Raya Halet

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Kids

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Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 56. "Pregnancy Is Not An Illness, Its A State Of Being"- Dr Samina Dornan MD FRCOG. 31.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I’m joined with Dr. Samina Dornan, the esteemed Head of Maternal Fetal Medicine at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai. Dr. Dornan, the first female specialist in Maternal Fetal Medicine from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of London to come to Dubai, shares her wisdom on navigating the pregnancy journey. During this conversation Dr. Dornan breaks down myt...

Episode 55. Paralympian: “There are 1.8 billion people living with disability and most of them live with a disability that can’t you see”- Jessica Smith OAM PLY 08.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I interview Jessica Smith, an Australian Paralympic swimmer, acclaimed children's author, and international motivational speaker. In this conversation, Jessica shares her incredible journey from being fitted with her first prosthetic arm at just 18 months old to becoming a beacon of hope and advocacy for diversity and inclusion. Jessica opens up about her stru...

Episode 54. Navigating Body Safety, Puberty and Sex Education With Special Guest Hanan Ezzeldin 21.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I interview family and parenting educational consultant Hanan Ezzeldin which is also the founder of The Family Hub, we have an essential conversation that every parent needs to hear. Hanan does a deep dive into the challenging yet crucial topics of body safety, puberty, and sex education for children. She shares invaluable insights on how to open the lines of commu...

Episode 53. Does The Fountain Of Youth Really Exist? With Special Guest Dr Nasr Al Jafari 04.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail This conversation with functional medicine expert Dr. Nasr Al Jafari absolutely blew me away!. Dr Nasr is the medical director and functional medicine doctor at DNA Health And Wellness Clinic and In this conversation Dr Nas dispels myths around diets, intermittent fasting, Ozempic and everything in between when it comes to optimising our health and potentially living longer. With...

Episode 52. What It Really Takes To Become “Successful” With Special Guest Ghizlan Guenez Barnes 13.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail On todays episode, I interview Ghizlan Guenez, a serial entrepreneur and angel investor in the realms of personal development and fashion. In this exclusive interview, we dive into Ghizlan's remarkable journey, from launching The Modist, the pioneering luxury e-commerce platform, to founding F-Force, a tech platform empowering women in entrepreneurship and self-improvement. J...

Episode 51. Aesthetic Gynecology Explained With Special Guest Dr Maria Karakoulaki 01.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail On  this episode I interview Dr Maria Karakoulaki who  is hailed as being the most famous aesthetic gynecologist in the Middle East, to the point where her patients travel from all over the region to consult with her for cosmetic gynecological surgeries and  specialized treatment for Vaginismus. Dr Maria Karakoulaki who is the Lead Aesthetic& functional gynecologist and medica...

Episode 50. We All Need Weighted Blankets With Special Mansi Khandelwal 17.04.2024

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that 62% of adults around the world say they don’t sleep as well as they’d like (Philips Global Sleep Survey, 2019). Meet Mansi Khandelwal, founder, chief creative comfort officer and visionary behind The Sleep Chapter. A busy mum of two active children, Mansi quickly understood that the only way to keep up was through a good restful nights sleep! Her mission thus is...

Episode 49. The Highest Peaks Of Life With Special Guest Raha Moharrak 02.04.2024

Send us Fan Mail On todays episode i interview the one and only Raha Moharrak, the youngest Arab and the first Saudi woman to conquer Mount Everest and scale the Seven Summits. As an adventurer, mentor, advocate, and ambassador, Raha shares her remarkable journey and the challenges she faced along the way. From climbing Aconcagua to reaching the summit of Mount Everest, Raha's story is one of...

Episode 48. Motherhood Unplugged; Conversations With My Mother Ban Al Toumah 21.03.2024

Send us Fan Mail Join me in the hot seat for a heartfelt episode, where I'm interviewed by none other than my mom. We'll delve deep into my motherhood journey, from the highs to the lows, and everything in between. Reflecting on my journey as a mother, I've gained invaluable insights. If I could go back and advise my younger self, I'd emphasize the importance of prioritizing si...

Episode 47. What Women Don't Say With Special Guest Harriet Mandak 14.03.2024

Send us Fan Mail Today episode is slightly different, I interviewed Harriet Mandak, a holistic life coach, and rapid transformational therapist, in collaboration with Circle Cafe for Women's Month. As part of this collaboration, Circle Cafe has invited women to submit anonymous stories of points in their lives where it was hard for them to speak up.  This episode is a unique exploration of wh...

Episode 46. Beyond Exhaustion: Preventing Burnout in Today's World With Special Guest Dr Saliha Afridi 05.03.2024

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode I interview Dr. Saliha Afridi who is a clinical psychologist and founder of Lighthouse Arabia.  Over the last decade, Dr. Saliha has gained extensive experience consulting with executives and the corporate workplace on a range of issues related to wellness, stress management, coaching, and Transformational Counselling. Dr. Saliha's purpose and passion...

Episode 45. Resilience Rising With Special Guest Kelly Hodgkin 19.02.2024

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode I interview Kelly Hodgkin, a Dubai-based entrepreneur, mentor, investor, company director, and brand ambassador, as she shares her remarkable story of triumph over childhood adversity. Based in Dubai for the past 15 years, Kelly is the founder and CEO of KMH Events, a full-service events and promotions agency, and a seasoned business mentor empowering entre...

Ep.44 Mastering Stress Management & Emotional Intelligence With Special Guest Kai Simmonds 05.02.2024

Send us Fan Mail  Stress management is crucial for maintaining overall well-being, as it helps individuals cope with life’s challenges effectively. Emotional intelligence plays a pivotal role in stress management by enabling individuals to recognize, understand, and regulate their emotions. People with high emotional intelligence can navigate stressful situations with resilience, adaptability, and...

Ep43. Hormones; The Great Balancing Act With Special Guest Sandra Sharpe 24.01.2024

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I interview  Sandra Sharpe, FMCHC, a Functional Nutrition Practitioner dedicated to helping women balance their hormones, regulate their cycles, and achieve natural pregnancies. Sandra shares her expertise and experiences in the intricate realm of hormonal balance. We delve into the world of hormone regulation, exploring insights and strategies to empower women on...

Episode 42. Breastfeeding; Nature VS. Nurture With Special Guest Dru Campbell 11.01.2024

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I had the pleasure to interview with Dru Campbell. For those of you who don’t know Dru, she is a registered Nurse/Midwife | Lactation Consultant IBCLC and pre/post natal rockstar who is based at Genesis HealthCare Dubai  Dru sat down with me to unpack the wonderful and slightly terrifying world of breastfeeding. Let’s be honest here, breastfeeding definitely does n...

Ep.41 Slaying The Start Up Game With Special Guest Heidi Shara 28.12.2023

Send us Fan Mail On Todays episode I interview Heidi Shara, the mastermind behind WearThat, a groundbreaking personal styling service delivering curated outfits right to your door Heidi's story is more than just building a business - it's a journey of creative spark, entrepreneurial hustle, and navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood with a newborn. In the episode we unpack it all,...

Ep.40 Breaking Moulds And Inspiring Souls With Special Guest Ghaliah Amin 18.12.2023

Send us Fan Mail Embark on an empowering journey with Ghaliah Amin, a groundbreaking presenter, the first plus-size Saudi Model, and the visionary behind #AnaGhaliah. In this episode, titled "Beyond Labels: The Ghaliah Revolution," we delve into the realms of body positivity and self-love. Ghaliah shares her transformative journey, breaking molds and inspiring souls. It's more than...

Episode 39. Challenges Of Pregnancy & Pre-Term Delivery With Special Guest Dr George Michailidis 06.12.2023

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode I had the honor to sit down with the best of the best, world renown, Dr. George Michailidis and ask him to do a deep dive on IUGR(Intrauterine Growth Restriction) and Pre-Term deliveries.     Intrauterine Growth Restriction- IUGR occurs in about 24% of newborns world wide; approximately 30 million infants are affected from IUGR every year. The stats show th...

Episode 38. Aligning Wellness, The Power Of Holistic Health With Special Guest Dr Tamara Ghazi 20.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Onn today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Tamara Ghazi, a holistic chiropractor and co-founder of DISC. We're delving into the world of holistic wellness, exploring the profound link between the mind and body. Dr. Tamara Ghazi, with her expertise, guides us through the journey of aligning the body and mind for a harmonious life. Her passion extends bey...

Episode 37. Taking Control Over Your Finances With Special Guest Beth Clay 06.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode I interview financial wellness mentor Beth Clay and we delve into the wold of finance, particularly empowering women to take control over their own finances . Beth is the brilliant mind behind a wealth of financial wisdom, originally aimed at expatriates living in the UAE. Beth's work spans from money-saving strategies to investment insights designed t...

Episode 36. The Mother Of All Journeys With Special Guest Layla Kardan 09.10.2023

Send us Fan Mail this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Layla Kardan, a new mother, talented creator, entrepreneur, and founder of: @papillondxb, @penelopes.ae, and @contrastwellness. Layla's story is an inspiration to us all, as she embodies the woman's ability to navigate a multifaceted world. But this episode is more than just about Layla's story. It's also about...

Episode 35. From Diapers To Date Nights: The Intimacy Tool Kit. With Special Guest Evelyn Heffermehl 25.09.2023

Send us Fan Mail On todays episode, I interview Evelyn Heffermehl who is a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (EFT) at The German Neuroscience center in Dubai. We focused specifically in the changes of intimacy after becoming parents and what that may look like.  This is a topic that is rarely discussed despite the fact that over 20 % of couples face intimacy issues  at some point in...

Episode 34. Relationship Revamp With Special Guest Carly Neave 11.09.2023

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I interview  talented digital creator Carly Neave, mom of two boys and an expat from the UK who’s been living in Dubai for the last 10 years. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of how parenthood can shape and evolve the relationship between partners. Carly is known for her authenticity and realness when it comes to all aspects of life, and this episode...

Episode 33. The Inevitable Evolution Of Relationships With Special Guest Dr Summer Fakhro and Juan Van Wyk 28.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode I’m  joined not 1 but 2 of Lighthouse Arabia’s Clinical Psychologists Dr Summer Fakhro and Jaun Van Wyk, As we discuss the inevitable evolution of relationships after becoming parents, how that can impact the family unit as well as best ways to nurture that change. Dr Summer Fakhro is a UK-trained Clinical Psychologist from Bahrain, and Lead for Women'...

Episode 32. Taking Back The Control With Special Guest Reem Kanj 31.07.2023

Send us Fan Mail On todays I’m  to be joined by a close friend of mine, female powerhouse and Dubai based Entrepreneur who’s breaking all barriers, Reem Kanj. I’ve invited Reem to talk about her decision to freeze her eggs, what her journey was like and, the ups and downs she felt during the whole process.  Reem Kanj is a renowned Entrepreneur and conscious thinker in a world that’s ‘so often dist...

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