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Are you dreaming of designing the perfect baby nursery but feel a little lost in a sea of Pinterest boards and overwhelmed by choices? Fear not, dear listener! Welcome to "How to Design Your Baby Nursery," the limited series podcast that’s going to rescue you from nursery design overwhelm and indecision, and transform your vision into reality. I’m Gabriella Milgrom, your fairy godmother of baby nursery design. A seasoned Interior Designer, Project Manager, Online Interior Design Coach, and M ...
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What does the Curriculum for Wales mean for early years children and nursery groups? In this new series of short podcasts, Nia Parry speaks to Curriculum Specialist, Vanessa Powell, as well as Cylchoedd Meithrin staff to understand how Mudiad Meithrin is using the five development pathways of the curriculum to help the development of preschool children. Beth mae’r Cwricwlwm i Gymru yn ei olygu i blant y blynyddoedd cynnar a chylchoedd meithrin? Yn y gyfres newydd hon o bodlediadau byr, mae N ...
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The Non-Toxic Mommy is a weekly podcast that helps moms ditch toxins, nurture their children naturally, find balance in motherhood, and raise happy, wholesome kids. Your host Yasmine Moussa is the Non-Toxic Mommy, and she’s on a mission to empower other women on their motherhood journey — so they can live the #momlife of their dreams. Doesn’t it feel like motherhood changes everything? Every little decision you make suddenly affects your babies, which can be empowering and overwhelming, espe ...
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Getting Started with Nursery Planning Hey there, I’m Gabriella, and welcome to "How to Design Your Baby Nursery," my limited series podcast that’s here to save you from baby option overload! After 15 years of designing high-end homes and commercial spaces, I thought creating my own nursery would be a walk in the park. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t. In t…
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Finding the Perfect Pieces for Your Dreamy Nursery Alright, friends! We've laid the groundwork with our nursery needs, mapped out the room, dreamed up a design with all the colors, textures, and décor, and even roughed out a budget. Now, it's time for the fun part: shopping! 🎉 But before you hit that 'add to cart' button, we need to talk furniture …
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Turning Budget Nightmares into Dreamy Nurseries Raise your hand if you've ever started a home renovation project on a whim, only to watch it spiral out of control faster than you can say “over budget!” Yeah, me too. In fact, my recent office upgrade turned into a financial fiasco because I was so eager to finish and focus on my nursery. Spoiler ale…
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No More Pinterest Fails! Welcome back, design enthusiasts! In this episode, we’re diving into the part you’ve all been waiting for – transforming your nursery into a Pinterest-worthy paradise without the “looks perfect but doesn’t work” trap. Let’s get real. We all have that folder brimming with nursery inspo pics, but here’s a plot twist: we’re to…
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Function Over Fluff! Forget everything those Pinterest-perfect nursery photos and social media influencers have been telling you. This episode, we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of nursery design, cutting through the staged glamour and getting real about what actually works when your little one arrives. We’re talking the core zones: sleeping, nurs…
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Measure Twice, Design Once Hey there, it’s Gabriella again, your go-to guru for all things nursery design! Welcome to Episode 2 of "How to Design Your Baby Nursery," where today, we’re getting down to the nitty-gritty with measuring and sketching out your room. And no, this isn’t just some boring technical step you can skip, unless you want to end …
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The Nursery Design Finish Line: Timeline, Tips, and Tricks! Congratulations, mama! 🎉 You’ve made it to the grand finale of our nursery design saga. Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the info so far? No worries, I’ve got your back. This episode is all about mapping out a stress-free, step-by-step timeline that will have you waltzing through the n…
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Hey there, mama-to-be! Ready to turn that Pinterest-perfect nursery dream into a safe haven for your little one? In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into all things safety. First up, let’s talk VOCs (that’s volatile organic compounds for those not in the know). These nasties are hiding in everything from paint to furniture, giving off that “new…
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In this insightful episode, Yasmine dives into practical strategies aimed at helping mothers navigate the challenges of motherhood, while lightening their mental load. Yasmine provides 6 actionable tips designed to empower mothers to manage the mental load more effectively. Sharing personal experiences and focusing on self-compassion, adaptability,…
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In this episode, Yasmine takes us on a journey through the art of thoughtful and non-toxic gift-giving. As the holiday season approaches, she shares her insights into choosing gifts that not only bring joy but also contribute to a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. Wanting to choose intentional gifts that contribute to a healthier and more c…
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ons/all-products Learning about the world of non-toxic toys is especially important for young children's developing bodies. Toxic chemicals can harm brain and organ development, so you need to understand which common chemicals to avoid in toys and what some safer alternatives are. In the latest episode of The Non-Toxic Mommy Podcast, Yasmine explai…
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Creating family traditions builds lasting memories and a sense of belonging. Simple activities like decorating the tree or baking cookies foster bonding, and spending quality time together through seasonal rituals inspires wonder and joy in children during the holidays. Download Yasmine's Holiday Planning Guide to get organized for the most beautif…
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Save this episode because you’re going to want to steal these ideas for low-key holiday traditions that nurture family bonds without breaking the bank. When we think about non-toxic living, we often default to thinking about chemicals. And it’s true, that’s a huge focus of this show. But we know toxicity can also come in the form of negative feelin…
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Your body, resilient as it is, needs your support in today's chemical-laden environment. Detoxing, in our modern world, is not a luxury. It's a necessity. In this illuminating Part Two episode, Yasmine, your guiding, Non-Toxic Mommy, delves deeper into the art of detoxing. Yasmine paints a vivid picture of how, in your quest for vitality, you can s…
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PFAS are dangerous chemicals that seem to be present everywhere. Sometimes, not even our favorite non-toxic or organic products are safe from this hazard. But what exactly are PFAS? What health and environmental issues do they contribute to? How can you protect your kids from these chemicals? In this episode, Yasmine chats with Leah Segedie from Ma…
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Some people believe that you cannot detox your body, that it will just clean itself, and that you can't do anything to assist in the process. This is one belief system about detoxification. On the other hand, you may have heard the term "detox" being thrown around. It usually comes associated with a juice cleanse or something similar. In today's ep…
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Do you think that you are addicted to coffee and want to quit? Or are you considering a healthier relationship with your favorite drink? Well, this episode is tailor-made for you. Join Yasmine on her journey with coffee, a relationship that's been both on and off. She's been there, where quitting was easy during certain life stages, but regaining c…
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Have you ever found yourself trapped in unhealthy habits, knowing you must quit but struggling to break free? Well, it's time to liberate yourself and step into a healthier, non-toxic life. In this eye-opening episode, Yasmine reveals the five toxic habits you must say goodbye to right now if you're serious about embarking on the non-toxic journey …
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Transforming your lifestyle into a non-toxic paradise without emptying your wallet is possible. The good news is it's absolutely achievable. And today, Yasmine is your guide, sharing three simple yet powerful tips to keep your budget in check while you embark on your non-toxic journey. First up, it's all about intentional shopping. Don't let the pr…
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There is a common belief that non-toxic living is expensive. That is the reason why many people procrastinate making the necessary swaps. Or their significant other could be off board with the idea due to cost concerns. In today's episode of The Non-Toxic Mommy, Yasmine debunks the misconceptions about the price of going non-toxic. And some insight…
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Are you tired of delaying your non-toxic journey because you're unsure where to start? Well, guess what? There's a smarter way to dive into the non-toxic lifestyle, and we've got the inside scoop just for you! In today's episode of The Non-Toxic Mommy, Yasmine offers her game-changing wins when it comes to going non-toxic. But that's not all – she'…
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Mamas... mastering your daily actions and habits is one of the best and simplest ways to live a healthier lifestyle. These are subtle things that make up your daily routine without you giving too much thought to them. In today's episode of The Non-Toxic Mommy, Yasmine shares the second part of her healthy habits list. The practical and cost-free ha…
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Did you know our habits account for about 40% of our daily behaviors? In today's episode of The Non-Toxic Mommy, Yasmine shares 10 practical and cost-free habits you can start implementing today for a healthier and happier life. These habits are good to incorporate into your daily routine to bring you closer to your wellness and clean living goals.…
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Do you want to know the biggest secret no one is telling you about non-toxic living? In today's episode, Yasmine is sharing her unique approach to combating fear as you embark on your non-toxic journey. After all, fear itself is toxic, right? The Non-Toxic Mommy is also sharing her final two biggest mindset tips today, insights that have helped her…
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How can you set yourself up for success in your non-toxic living journey? Everybody’s favorite Non-Toxic Mommy, Yasmine Moussa, is offering us her top three tips that you should do BEFORE you even think about swapping out any products or make any major lifestyle changes. Do you ever feel the tug of wanting to get toxic chemicals out of your life, b…
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How does someone go from being clueless (and addicted to Taco Bell) to a non-toxic mommy who can read a product label in just a few short seconds? Listen to the personal journey of our host, Yasmine Moussa, as she shares her powerful, moving story of how she embraced clean living and gentle motherhood. Growing up, Yasmine lived a mainstream life, n…
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The Non-Toxic Mommy is a weekly podcast that helps moms ditch toxins, nurture their children naturally, find balance in motherhood, and raise happy, wholesome kids. Your host Yasmine Moussa is the Non-Toxic Mommy, and she’s on a mission to empower other women on their motherhood journey — so they can live the #momlife of their dreams. Doesn’t it fe…
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Physical development - encouraging children to develop their motor skills, coordination and balance - is an important part of the Curriculum for Wales. Wendy Davies, the leader of Ffrindiau Bach Tegryn in Aberporth, discusses the importance of keeping the children moving but also being creative with how they move, in order to develop muscles and mo…
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Mae datblygiad corfforol - annog plant i ddatblygu eu sgiliau echddygol, cydsymud a chydbwysedd - yn rhan bwysig o Gwricwlwm Cymru. Mae Wendy Davies, arweinydd Ffrindiau Bach Tegryn yn Aberporth yn trafod pwysigrwydd cadw’r plant i symud ond hefyd bod yn greadigol ynghylch sut maen nhw’n symud, er mwyn datblygu cyhyrau a sgiliau echddygol. Clywn ni…
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Belonging is a sense of happiness and feeling accepted in the environment you’re in. It is important to children’s development and is another developmental pathway in the Curriculum for Wales. Hannah Rowley, a deputy leader from Cylch Meithrin Nant Dyrys in Treorchy, introduces us to belonging in a playgroup setting. We’ll hear how local trips to h…
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Mae perthyn yn deimlad o hapusrwydd a theimlad eich bod yn cael eich derbyn yn eich cynefin. Mae'n bwysig i ddatblygiad plant ac mae'n llwybr datblygiadol arall yng Nghwricwlwm Cymru. Mae Hannah Rowley, dirprwy arweinydd Cylch Meithrin Nant Dyrys yn Nhreorci, yn ein cyflwyno i berthyn o fewn y Cylch Meithrin. Cawn glywed sut mae teithiau lleol i si…
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Children’s curiosity about the world around them helps to shape their development. The exploration step of the Curriculum for Wales focuses on this developmental pathway. Jaqueline Hooban, a Cylch Meithrin leader in Llanbedr, discusses exploration and how it differs in each Cylch. We’ll hear how techniques like role-play, using sandpits and even go…
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Mae chwilfrydedd plant am y byd o'u cwmpas yn helpu i lunio eu datblygiad. Mae cam archwilio Cwricwlwm Cymru yn canolbwyntio ar y llwybr datblygiadol hwn. Jaqueline Hooban, arweinydd Cylch Meithrin Llanbedr, sy'n trafod archwilio a sut mae'n wahanol ym mhob Cylch. Byddwn ni'n clywed sut mae technegau fel chwarae rôl, defnyddio pyllau tywod a hyd yn…
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What does effective communication look like in a playgroup setting? Kayleigh Bickford, current Cylch Meithrin leader from Beddau and one of the authors of the Curriculum for Wales, explains what effective communication is and the importance of establishing this with both children and parents.Por Mudiad Meithrin
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Sut olwg sydd ar gyfathrebu effeithiol mewn lleoliad Cylch Meithrin? Mae Kayleigh Bickford, arweinydd presennol Cylch Meithrin Beddau ac un o awduron y Cwricwlwm i Gymru, yn egluro beth yw cyfathrebu effeithiol a phwysigrwydd sefydlu hyn gyda phlant a rhieni.Por Mudiad Meithrin
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Children are influenced by adults, their environments and experiences, so a focus on well-being and how it affects them is an important part of the Curriculum for Wales. Based in Wrexham, Charlotte Thrussell talks us through how they create a strong sense of well-being at their Cylch Meithrin; from open evenings before the children attend the nurse…
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Mae plant yn cael eu dylanwadu gan oedolion, eu hamgylchedd a'u profiadau, felly mae canolbwyntio ar les a sut mae'n effeithio arnyn nhw yn rhan bwysig o Gwricwlwm Cymru. Wedi’i lleoli yn Wrecsam, mae Charlotte Thrussell yn siarad â ni am sut maen nhw’n creu ymdeimlad cryf o les yn eu Cylch Meithrin; o nosweithiau agored cyn i'r plant fynychu'r fei…
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The Curriculum for Wales has been introduced to primary and secondary schools across the country, but what does it mean for early years and nursery groups? Vanessa Powell is leading on the Curriculum for Wales for Mudiad Meithrin. In this episode, she takes us through its five development pathways - well-being, communication, exploration, belonging…
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Mae Cwricwlwm i Gymru wedi’i gyflwyno i ysgolion cynradd ac uwchradd ar draws y wlad, ond beth mae’n ei olygu i Gylchoedd Meithrin a meithrinfeydd dydd? Mae Vanessa Powell yn arwain ar y Cwricwlwm i Gymru ar gyfer Mudiad Meithrin. Yn y bennod hon, mae hi'n ein tywys trwy'r phum llwybr datblygu - lles, cyfathrebu, archwilio, perthyn a datblygiad cor…
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What books should I get my children to read? How can I help with homework? And can my child lose their Welsh? As a finale to Series 2, our resident expert, Dr Enlli Thomas of Bangor University answers your questions about Welsh medium education. Pa lyfrau ddylai fy mhlant ddarllen? Sut fedrai helpu efo'r gwaith cartref? All fy mhlentyn golli'r gall…
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Nia is joined by two mums who were born in England and who have recently moved to Wales with their families. Sarah Coltman from Essex made to the move to her husband's beloved home city, Swansea. Fran Rumbelow was learning Welsh online before moving from Nottinghamshire to Pembrokeshire. Bravely, both Sarah and Fran have chosen to send their childr…
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Father and son Wayne and Connagh Howard are Nia's guests on this episode. Wayne talks about the conversation with his friend that led to him and his wife sending Connagh and his sister to Cylch Meithrin - and which, for Wayne, started a 28-year love affair with the Welsh language. Connagh, a 2020 Love Island contestant, talks about why he felt it w…
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Academic and former Wales international footballer Laura McAllister and her partner, radio producer Llinos Jones talk about their differing relationships with the Welsh language growing up. With their daughters Annie and Bella going to the Cylch Meithrin from the age of 2, Laura talks about the responsibility she feels to help protect and preserve …
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TV newsreader & presenter Lucy Owen launches series 2 of Baby Steps Into Welsh! In a lively and honest conversation with our presenter Nia Parry, Lucy talks about the decision to send her son Gabs to Cylch and into Welsh-medium education, despite many failed attempts to learn the language herself. We learn how an interview with a neuroscientist hel…
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Wales’ new Health Minister, Baroness Eluned Morgan was the government minister in charge of the Welsh language from 2017 to 2021. A vicar's daughter born in a deprived area of Cardiff, and the only Welsh speaking family on the estate at the time. In an interview recorded before the election, she talks to Nia about how her mother started the local C…
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Will it hinder my child's learning if I don't speak Welsh? Will my child need to attend a Cylch Meithrin if I want them to go to Welsh-medium primary school? Dr Sian Wyn Siencyn is back to answer more of your questions about your child taking their own baby steps into Welsh.Por Mudiad Meithrin
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How do children become bilingual? What is immersion and why is it effective? Over the next two episodes, our resident expert Dr Sian Wyn Siencyn answers your questions about Welsh-medium education and bringing your children up bilingually.Por Mudiad Meithrin
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Aran Jones and Catrin Lliar published the first few lessons of the learning programme, Say Something in Welsh, four days before the birth of their first child and whilst living in Catrin's sister's converted pigsty. The programme has since helped over 60,000 people to learn Welsh across the globe. Despite this, Aran tells Nia that it wasn't always …
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Outgoing Member of the Senedd, Bethan Sayed and her husband Rahil are the proud parents of a lockdown baby. The plan is for little Idris to go to Cylch Meithrin, Welsh-medium playgroup, in order to be fluent in Welsh, English and Hindi. But Rahil, founder of the Cardiff Film Festival, is less convinced about sending Idris to Welsh-medium primary fo…
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When comedian and podcaster Mike Bubbins and his wife, deputy headteacher Kelly had kids, it was her desire to send them to a Welsh-medium nursery and school. Mike had his concerns. Neither of them spoke Welsh and he worried that they’d be unable to help them with their school work. Kelly and Mike talk to Nia Parry about how Cylch Meithrin changed …
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