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Mother Tongue Season 3 kicks off with a bang! One of the most talked about topics amongst new mama’s…sleep!The MT ladies discuss the trials and tribulations of sleep (or lack there of) with regionally renowned and sought after midwife and sleep expert, Cecile de Scally from Malaak.Cecile sheds light on everything from how many hours our babies should be getting at specific ages, to habits that could be hindering your little ones shut eye, and therefore yours too!She shares a wealth of knowledge and years of experience alongside some key take away tips that are sure to help us all.To find out more about Cecile…Website: https://malaak.me/en/home/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebabywhispererdubai/?hl=enProductsPortable White Noise Machine - https://www.amazon.ae/MyBaby-Soundspa-Go-Portable-Machine/dp/B07317NQKW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=316UR2R3WEBRA&dchild=1&keywords=portable+white+noise+machine&qid=1618664408&sprefix=portable+white+n%2Caps%2C292&sr=8-1ClevaMama transitional zip up - https://www.amazon.ae/ClevaMama-Romper-Newborn-Swaddle-Cotton/dp/B07PSYVGX1Sleepy tot dummy comforter - https://www.desertcart.ae/products/50801842-sleepytot-bunny-comforter-and-soother-holder-baby-sleep-aid-attachable-in-grey?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1bDetveG8AIVitPtCh1NoA0jEAQYAyABEgKSmfD_BwENight light - https://www.amazon.ae/Night-Universe-Projection-Birthday-Festival/dp/B07NDWY2NB/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=baby+night+light&qid=1618719484&sprefix=baby+night&sr=8-17Pure Baby zip up sleep suit - https://purebabyme.com/collections/essentials-growsuits/products/pe1001esk?variant=35018331062433Nanit sleep monitor - https://www.nanit.com/global/products/nanit-pro-camera?mount=wall-mount&gclid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj2HpjJGNyAVRBB4HD7WbPfdnd8a2I5IFoYKEBsVn7GCWdSz2TPI_QBoCJg4QAvD_BwESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.<p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1949849/support">Support the show</a></p>
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