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Entry Level Mums

Nasra and Sawiya

Started by two young Somali mums in London, Entry Level Mums is more than just a podcast - it’s a space for real, unfiltered conversations about motherhood. Nasra and Sawiya don’t sugarcoat the journey. They share their experiences with honesty, vulnerability, and, of course, a good dose of banter. With completely different birth stories - Nas having a natural birth and Sawiya a C-section - they bring two unique perspectives to the table. But one thing they both agree on? Postpartum was tough

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01:46:38

When Motherhood Meets Complex Needs ft Samira | Entry...

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2025/04/22

In this episode, we sit down with Sawiya's life-long friend Samira to talk about her motherhood journey with two daughters - one with autism and the other with SMA Type 1, a rare condition that affects muscle strength and movement. Samira shares her experience navigating these diagnoses, the emotional toll it takes, and the fierce love that keeps her going.This conversation is an honest look at the realities of parenting children with complex needs, and a reminder of the strength that comes from

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01:32:11

Diary of a Single Mum ft Maryan | Entry Level Mums

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2025/04/11

We’re joined by Maryan, a single mum of three girls, who opens up about her journey from an abusive marriage in Somalia to starting a new life in Sweden and the UK. Maryan shares her experience of getting married at 18, suffering silently in an unhealthy relationship, and eventually finding the courage to walk away while pregnant with her third child. She also dives into the challenges she faced navigating the schooling system, dealing with public funds, and seeking community support as a single

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01:24:17

Let's Talk Discipline and Conscious Parenting ft....

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2025/03/22

In this episode, we sit down with Maryam Javaid - public speaker, parenting coach and founder of Black and Brown Parenting. As a mum of 3, Maryam has dedicated years to empowering mothers of colour to create cultural change in parenting. We discuss what conscious parenting means and how to break generational cycles, discipline without guilt or fear and the challenges of observing Ramadan as mothers. Find Maryam below:WEBSITE: https://blackandbrownparenting.co.uk/SOCIALS: blackandbrownparentingDon't

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00:51:05

Skin Deep P.2: The Biggest Loss | Postpartum | Entry...

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2025/03/15

In this episode, we delve into the depths of motherhood, discussing our greatest losses and the realities of postpartum depression. Nasra shares her personal journey, recounting the emotional aftermath of a devastating fall during pregnancy. She opens up about how this event impacted her mental health, leading to postpartum depression and challenging her marriage.Make sure you're subscribed and follow us on socials so you don't miss out on future events (which is finally happening in

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00:48:02

Skin Deep: The Biggest Act of Will | Entry Level Mums

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2025/03/08

In part 1, we decided to make use of the Skin Deep questions that we purchased and asked each other thought provoking questions. We talked about people we love and how incredible they are as mothers, and how we define motherhood ourselves. Part 2 gets even more emotional, which is coming out soon. Be sure to like, comment and subscribe! Email: entrylevelmums /gmail.comSocials: entrylevelmums

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00:29:04

Mum Chat: Nasra Reflects on Co-Parenting | Entry...

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2025/03/01

Co-parenting isn’t easy, and in this episode, Nasra reflects on the journey - from the tough early days to finding a way to make it work for the sake of her child. She goes through her struggles in Birmingham, the lessons, and how things have changed over the years.If you’ve ever navigated co-parenting, you’ll relate to the highs, the lows, and the unexpected moments of growth. Please hit that follow button, we appreciate all the support xo

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01:10:42

Anniversary Special: Burgled, Robbed & Lessons...

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2025/02/23

This week's mum chat is all about taking L's and adulting... but we are also celebrating 3 whole years of Entry Level Mums. If you've been here from day one, then you've probably seen the growth with us! Thank you to every single person who has subscribed, watched and supported us along the way. ELM will just keep getting better and better inshaAllah!Make sure you're following us, that would mean a lot to us! Share with your lovely mama friends! If you'd like to join us as a

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00:21:03

Men in Pain: Testing Out The Tens Machine - Feat. Adi...

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2025/02/22

This week on Entry Level Mums, we brought out the TENS machine to simulate "labour pains" (it's not even close to it too), and let’s just say the results were hilarious. Three men stepped up to the challenge: Adi, a guest of the show and the staff of the Podcast Room studio. Spoiler alert: they all failed miserably! 😂 So if you want to grab a cuppa and watch men squirm in pain, you're in the right place!

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01:29:49

P.2 You Asked, She Answered: A Senior Level Mum's...

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2025/02/18

Welcome back to part 2 where we ask questions that our Instagram followers sent in to ask Sawiya's mum, Zahra. From personal anecdotes to the wisdom she’s gained over the years, she’s sharing it all.Tune in to hear unfiltered talks, hilarious stories, and some surprising truths about motherhood. Don’t forget to hit that follow button for more motherhood tips, stories, and guest appearances!FIND US ON TIKTOK AND INSTAGRAM: entrylevelmumsEMAIL: entrylevelmums gmail.com

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00:48:25

Senior Level Mum Chat: Careers & Teenagers | Entry...

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2025/02/08

Heeeey, welcome back to Entry Level Mums. We're joined by our first ever guest we had on the podcast in 2022, Sawiya's mum, Zahra! As a "senior level mum", we get a sneak peek into how it's like having teenagers and how to handle different types of challenges. We also discuss how she was able to work whilst navigating motherhood and finding herself in a completely new country (UK) in the 90's. In part 2, we ask Zahra questions that were sent in by our followers on Instagram.Hope you enjoyed this

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01:06:17

Banter & Books: Are You Asking the Right Questions or...

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2025/02/02

🚨 Adi is back! 🚨 Our favourite relationship coach returns, but this time, he’s finished his BOOK that will be out very soon! 📖✨ "Can I Ask You a Question?" is all about finding the right partner to spend your life with. In this episode, we get into:💘 TV shows he never thought he'd enjoy since being married👀 Why finding ‘The One’ isn’t just about love - it's about the right mindset and compatibility.Hit play, laugh with us, and let us know what you think in the comments!📖 BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT

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01:10:50

Parenting, Love & Relationships feat. Adi | Entry...

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2024/12/26

Welcome Adi, an inspiring relationship coach who recently found the love of his life and is passionate to study psychology and human behaviour. He talks to us about how he found his lifelong partner (Shout out to Warda) and asked us about how to be the best husband and father. Give Adi a follow below! Instagram: AdiwahabhTiktok: Adiwahab & thelovelenss

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01:31:55

Regrettable Baby Purchases & Transparent Money Talk...

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2024/12/26

In part 2, we get real about two big topics: baby items we regret buying and an honest breakdown of money matters. From "must-have" baby items that turned out to be completely useless to a candid chat about the financial side of hosting our recent event, we didn't hold back. And of course, the lovely Saffana was a vibe as always! It was such an enjoyable time with her. please find her socials below:Website: saffana.co.ukIG: saffanabananaTT: learncopywritingnowHave a lovely NEW YEAR! New episode in

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01:13:54

Marketing Motherhood: "I Don't Want To Raise a...

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2024/12/13

Welcome back to a brand new episode where we unpack the topic of "Marketing Motherhood." Our guest, Saffana - a skilled copywriter, marketer, and mother of two - shares her insights on how motherhood is represented in the digital age. From the glossy world of Instagram to the pressures of societal expectations, we discuss the impact of these portrayals on first time mums everywhere. Whether you're a parent, a content creator, or just curious about the intersection of motherhood and media, this

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01:40:27

Body Image & Finding Love after Divorce feat. Mama...

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2024/11/29

We’re joined by our next guest Heba aka Mama Hebz! In this episode we discuss weight changes after birth and learning to love yourself. We also touched on co parenting after divorce and the journey of healing. Find Hebz on socials!!Instagram: iamhebzTikTok: MamaHebz 🫶🏽

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01:01:02

Eat and Chill With Us: First Event Debrief &...

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2024/11/13

We're here to sit, chill and eat some yummy food provided by @ mimicooks_ldn! Thank you so much Manaal for giving us some good chicken, meat, rice, salad AND cakes AND tea to fuel us through this studio session. In this episode, we talked about our first event, we read out some anonymous notes from one entry level mum to another and some conspiracy theories. Food provided by MIMICOOKS: https://www.instagram.com/mimicooks_ldn/

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01:17:26

Bridging Healthcare Gaps with Melanatal App feat....

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2024/10/31

In this episode, we sit down with Ruby, (Midwife and Entrepreneur) and Maggie, (Midwife and Race Equity Lead) talk about Melanatal! It is an app which aims to bridge critical gaps in maternity and neonatal care for Black and Brown women. We discussed the challenges observed in recognising symptoms like jaundice, chickenpox, and mastitis on darker skin tones, and Ruby shares her journey from being a midwifery student to NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme participant. Inspired by her eye-opening

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00:51:09

Mum Chat P.2: Two Crazy Reddit Stories | Entry Level...

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2024/09/21

We're back for part 2! In the second half of this episode, Sawiya and Nasra discuss two insane reddit stories. FIND US ON SOCIALS: entrylevelmums

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00:55:29

Mum Chat: P.1 Hana Starts Big School & Velcro Baby...

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2024/09/14

Nasra & Sawiya sit down for a quick debrief on what's being going on in #motherhood. Nasra has entered her school run era and Sawiya talks about her baby's clingy era. Discussion also includes scary men doing scary things. FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: entrylevelmums Want to be a guest and have a chinwag with us? For those interested, we have a JOIN US highlight on our Instagram page. Please follow that link and fill out the Google form. Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, we appreciate your

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01:32:37

Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy & Single...

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2024/09/09

Meet Tash! A filmmaker from East London and mother of 1. In this episode, Tash shares her inspiring journey through pregnancy whilst managing the demands of a creative career. She opens up about her traumatic labour, followed by her daughter being diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Now a single parent, she reflects on the challenges and triumphs of raising her child while balancing life. Find Tash below:@ filmmaker_tash Creator of @GrowinPainsWebseries now on Amazon Prime!

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