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The Mothers Voice – Tales of Motherhood From Around The World

A deep dive into a first hand account of the overwhelming love, change and challenges experienced by women in the days following childbirth. The power of song is explored as a timeless and universal tool for establishing and celebrating the maternal bond – as different women from diverse cultures each give a unique testimony about their personal experience of caring for their young.

Parveen talks about the early years with her two children and raising them in a large extended Muslim family, the traditions associated with early motherhood and the importance of lullabies as prayers.

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Marilyn talks about the traditions of Zimbabwe that helped her when caring for her two children. She has always been part of a singing family and speaks joyfully about the power of song in the early years of motherhood.

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Christina talks about the early months with her son Emet, of singing as a soothing activity for both mother & child and the importance of knowing other mothers whilst navigating the sleepless nights.

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Carmen talks about her own amazement that she was able to spontaneously create songs for her new born and how she believes making mistakes is an unavoidable part of the journey towards motherhood.

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Nevelina talks about the differences between looking after her younger siblings and looking after her own child, Yana. And how singing Bulgarian lullabies is an essential way to keep her culture & native tongue alive.

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Lucy talks about coming to motherhood later in life after going through IVF.

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Lydia talks openly and honestly about her difficult journey to Motherhood and how singing has become an integral part of her life looking after two young boys. (Contains references to multiple miscarriages)

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Sophie talks about how being a midwife informed her experiences of early motherhood and how in reality some aspects of your children’s behaviour or personality are just out of your control.

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