The Playground Podcast
There’s no hood like parenthood! How often do we really get to hear real, open, and honest conversations? The Playground was launched to share real human stories, the good, the bad, the funny and the sad. We also host some leading regional experts who offer tips and tricks for our listeners to benefit from.
We want to walk away knowing that we made a parent’s life somewhat easier, or even just made them smile!
The Playground Podcast
Polygamy, Divorce & Postpartum: Raw Truths on Marriage & Parenting with Dr. Maya Al Hawary
Welcome to a powerful and unfiltered episode of The Playground Podcast. This week, Shamim sits down with one of the UAE’s most influential voices, Dr. Maya Al Hawary, for a deep dive into the realities of modern parenting, mental health, and marriage.
In this honest and emotional conversation, we cover:
💔 Why more couples are divorcing and delaying marriage
👩🍼 The traditional “Nafas” & Postpartum period and why it matters today
🧠 What to do when your partner is struggling with mental health
💍 The truth behind second wives and how men really get there
📉 The societal pressure on new mums and why we need a mindset shift
👶 Advice every expecting or new mum needs to hear — no matter your culture
This episode is for every millennial or Gen Z parent who’s navigating the chaos of marriage, babies, and emotional balance — and for anyone who’s ever felt like no one talks about the hard parts of it all.
🎧 Listen now and share with a mum, dad, or couple who needs this.
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