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Dec 2023
50m 51s

On the Sofa with British Mums Episode 7 ...

British Mums
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It’s the start of December, and whilst we’re feeling truly festive, it’s important to remember that this is the time of year that comes with a lot of pressure, expense and mum guilt! This week, Emma and Charlotte are joined by the lovely Harriet Mandak, a Transformational Life Coach who the British Mums team have the pleasure of knowing personally as she worked with us for a few years! An absolutely gorgeous human being, Harriet talks about navigating the high expectations placed on mums in a time when emotions are high, and we have to say, this episode resonated with us completely! Have a listen and let us know what you think – we love hearing your feedback! 
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And don’t forget, we’re talking to Santa and Mrs Claus on our next episode, so if you want to give your kids a shout-out, ask a question or remind them to stay on the nice list – please email podcast@britishmums.com or comment below!

Calm Christmas Download 

https://harrietmandak.myflodesk.com/tvg62e8xvi

https://www.harrietmandak.com

https://instagram.com/harriet_mandak?igshid=MmVlMjlkMTBhMg==

https://www.amytaylorkabbaz.com

https://www.ted.com/talks/alexandra_sacks_a_new_way_to_think_about_the_transition_to_motherhood?language=en

https://ideas.ted.com/i-love-my-baby-but-sometimes-i-wish-i-had-my-own-life-back-the-ambivalence-of-new-motherhood/

The Guest House Poem

https://grateful.org/resource/guest-house-rumi/

https://britishmums.com/dubai/events/

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