Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond

Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond

Laura | Mama Becoming

Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Sporadic
Since Apr 2025
Latest Episode Jan 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
20%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Real stories. Raw moments. Dubai motherhood, unfiltered. I'm Laura, a doula and mother of two. This podcast shares stories of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum across the UAE. Whether it's the joy of a water birth, the shock of an emergency C-section, or the silent struggles of new motherhood — these stories are honest, moving, and deeply human. Each week, you’ll hear from a different mum navigating her own journey to becoming. Some births happen in Dubai. Some far away. But all of them matter — and may just make you feel seen in your own becoming. Follow @mama.becoming_birthandbeyond

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Recent Episodes

S1E15 Episode 15 - Zineb | loneliness | support | miscarriage | leanon

Jan 28, 2026 57m

In this episode, Zineb shares what it was really like becoming a mother for the first time — the beauty, the isolation, and the unexpected loneliness that can exist even when surrounded by loved…

S1E14 Episode 14 Pt 2 - Aneeka's Postpartum | Cluster Feeding | Family Support | Reflux | Mum Brain

Nov 25, 2025 38m

In this heartfelt episode, Aneeka opens up about the emotional toll of motherhood. She talks candidly about the sadness that can accompany the early parenting journey, the exhaustion that comes with…

S1E14 Episode 14 Pt 1 - Aneeka's Pregnancy | VBAC | Breech baby | Planned Csection

Nov 06, 2025 39m

In this week’s episode, Aneeka shares the contrasting stories of how she birthed her two boys — one born via planned C-section in the UK, the other a powerful VBAC in Dubai.She opens up about:— The…

S1E13 Episode 13 Pt 2 - Nour's Postpartum | Sleep deprivation | Feeding twins | Feeling lonely | Routine

Oct 29, 2025 35m

In Part 2 of her story, Nour returns to Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond to share her honest and powerful postpartum journey with twins.She opens up about the highs and lows — from navigating…

S1E13 Episode 13 Pt 1 - Nour's Pregnancy | Twins | Unexplained Fertility | IVF | Hypnobirthing | Saudi German Hospital

Oct 21, 2025 32m

In this episode of Mama Becoming, Nour shares her deeply personal journey to motherhood after two years of unexplained infertility. She opens up about the emotional and physical toll of trying to…

S1E12 Ep 12 - Pt 2 - Emma's Postpartum | Painful Breastfeeding | Launching a Business | Kings Hospital

Oct 15, 2025 42m

In this episode of Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond, Emma — returns to share her postpartum journey after the birth of her daughter, Bonnie.She opens up about the early days of recovery, the reality…

S1E11 Ep 12 pt 1 - Emma's Pregnancy | Surprise Pregnancy | Nausea | Unmarried in UAE | Meconium in Water

Oct 08, 2025 44m

In this episode of Mama Becoming, I sit down with Emma, the founder of Next of Kin, to hear the story behind her unexpected journey into motherhood. Emma opens up about moving to Dubai during the…

S1E11 Ep 11 pt 2 - Amina's Postpartum | Menopause | Cancer | Postpartum Depression | Returning to Work | Medcare

Sep 30, 2025 48m

In this powerful episode, Amina opens up about the emotional realities of early motherhood—navigating postpartum depression, the pressure to breastfeed, and struggling to feel a connection with her…

S1E11 Ep 11 pt 1 - Amina's Pregnancy | Body image | Womens Health | Cancer | Emirati | Medcare Dubai

Sep 23, 2025 53m

In this moving episode of Mama Becoming, Laura speaks with Amina, an Emirati woman whose journey through marriage, motherhood, and a shocking health diagnosis is nothing short of extraordinary. Amina…

S1E10 Ep 10 Pt 2 - Jessica's Postpartum | Doula | Breastfeeding Challenges | Sleep Deprivation

Sep 16, 2025 26m

In this episode of Mama Becoming, Laura speaks with Jessica White about the raw and real side of postpartum life. From sleepless nights and feeding challenges to emotional recovery and identity…

S1E10 Ep 10 pt 1 - Jessica's Pregnancy | IUI | Doula | Endometriosis | Juvenile Chronic Arthritis

Sep 09, 2025 34m

In this episode, Jess opens up about her emotional journey to motherhood, beginning with her struggles with endometriosis and fertility. After making intentional lifestyle changes, Jess conceived…

S1E9 Ep 9 pt 2 - Melissa's Postpartum | Cluster Feeding | Body Image | Returning to Work

Sep 03, 2025 43m

In this episode, Melissa returns to share her honest and heartfelt postpartum journey after the birth of her son, Jude. From the emotional rollercoaster of new motherhood to breastfeeding challenges…

S1E9 Ep 9 pt 1 - Melissa's Pregnancy | Gestational Diabetes | Birthing in Canada | Career Driven

Aug 28, 2025 56m

In this episode, I speak with Melissa about her thoughtful and emotional journey to motherhood. Melissa shares how she planned her pregnancy while balancing her career, faced a health scare with…

S1E7 Ep 8 pt 2 - Yvonne's Postpartum | Lactation Consultant | Placenta Encapsulation | Elimination Communication

Aug 20, 2025 35m

In this heartfelt follow-up episode, Yvonne opens up about her postpartum journey with her three children. From navigating breastfeeding challenges to embracing cocooning and natural healing, Yvonne…

S1E8 Ep 8 pt 1 - Yvonne's Pregnancy | Ecstatic Birth | Doula | COVID | Anxiety | Water Birth

Aug 13, 2025 1h 41m

In this episode, I speak with Yvonne about her emotional and empowering journey into motherhood. From the early days of pregnancy to preparing for what she hoped would be an ecstatic birth, Yvonne…

S1E6 Ep 7 pt 2 - Kates Postpartum | Breast pain | Tongue tie | Lactation consultant

Jul 24, 2025 32m

In this episode of Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond, I speak with Kate about her postpartum experience following the birth of her daughter, Sophia.Kate opens up about the emotional highs and lows of…

S1E7 Ep 7 pt 1 - Kate's Pregnancy | Hypnobirthing | Induction | Positive Mindset

Jul 22, 2025 57m

In this episode of Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond, I sit down with Kate, an expat who moved to Dubai in 2014 in search of a new adventure — and soon after, began her journey into motherhood.Kate…

S1E5 Ep 6 pt 2 - Louise's Postpartum | Tongue Tie | Postpartum Depression | Returning Back To Work | Pumping

Jul 08, 2025 49m

In this episode, Louise reflects on the emotional and physical challenges of the postpartum period.Louise opens up about her experience with two very different postpartum journeys — including…

S1E5 Ep 6 Pt 1 - Louise's Pregnancy | IVF | Prenatal Depression | NICU | Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction | Caesarean

Jul 01, 2025 49m

In this episode, Louise shares her powerful journey to motherhood — from navigating IVF to managing a high-pressure job during pregnancy and an unexpected NICU stay after birth.Louise speaks candidly…

S1E4 Ep 5 Pt 2 - Dana's Postpartum | Mastitis | Formula Feeding Guilt | Returning to work

Jun 24, 2025 41m

In Part 2 of her story, Dana opens up about the emotional and physical realities of postpartum life.From navigating the unexpected challenges of breastfeeding and mastitis to making the empowered…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond have?

Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond has published 29 episodes since April 2025, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond still active?

Mama Becoming: Birth & Beyond is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 41m.

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