Aster Pharmacy Main Stage

MAIN STAGE DAY 1 - AGENDA

Time
Session
09:30 - 09:40
Mumpreneur Collective Opening Keynote
Interviewer(s):
Helen FarmerBroadcaster & Author
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09:40 - 10:25
Mumpreneur Collective – Navigating Motherhood, Ambition & Identity: Lessons From Dubai’s Most Inspiring Mumpreneurs
Speaker(s):
Angela SoudiFounder, Junior Gladiators Kidpreneurs
Elli KasbiCEO, Elli Junior
Kelly Marie HodgkinsEntrepreneur, Investor, Company Director & Brand Ambassador
Sahar ZarringhalamFounder, Blaura
Moderator(s):
Helen FarmerBroadcaster & Author
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10:30 - 11:15
Mumpreneur Collective – You Can Sit With Us: The Power Of Mum Communities & Finding Your Village As A Parent
Speaker(s):
Andrea Cayme SanidadFounder, Pinay Mums UAE
Emma IsbellBritish Mums In Dubai Podcast Host
Emma RossoFounder, The Single Parent Society
Hanan EzzeldinFounder, The Family Hub
Moderator(s):
Helen FarmerBroadcaster & Author
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11:20 - 12:00
Mumpreneur Collective – The Juggle Is Real: Building A Life That Prioritises Motherhood and Following Your Dreams
Speaker(s):
Annissa HadyFamily Content Creator
Jayda ZamanFounder & CEO, Once Upon A Dua
Jennifer UnsworthFounder & CEO, Tidy Tot
Moderator(s):
Widad Taleb JacobFamily & Lifestyle Blogger
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12:05 - 12:40
Mumpreneur Collective – From Real Talk To Real Impact: How Mummy Influencers Are Shaping Motherhood, Community & Consumer Choices
Speaker(s):
Jodie ThorpeMD & Founder, My Little Birdy Group
Kelly SclandersMotherhood & Lifestyle Influencer
Paola SurdoFounder, No More Lice
Vanessa WebsterTwin Mama Author & Content Creator
Moderator(s):
Widad Taleb JacobFamily & Lifestyle Blogger
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12:40 - 13:00
A Dad’s Ultimate Guide To Parenthood
Speaker(s):
Kris FadeThe Baby Expo Host
Rahul KadavakuCMO – Aster DM Healthcare
Shiraz KhanCOO – Aster Pharmacy
Moderator(s):
Hanan EzzeldinFounder, The Family Hub
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13:00 - 13:20
Partnership & Parenthood: A Live Chat With The Merhis
Speaker(s):
Chihab & Nour Merhi
Interviewer(s):
Kris FadeThe Baby Expo Host
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13:25 - 13:45
Sleep Smarter, Not Harder: Solutions For Busy, Travelling Parents
Speaker(s):
Julie Mallon Nurture 2 Sleep Founder & Certified Sleep Consultant
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13:45 - 14:05
Building A Brainy Baby: Pregnancy Habits That Support Brain Development
Speaker(s):
Dr. Shiva HarikrishnanSenior Consultant & Head Of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital
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14:10 - 14:25
Baby Ballet By Blaura
Speaker(s):
Claire O'ConnorBaby Ballet by Blaura
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14:25 - 14:45
Dr. Saliha Afridi: Parenting From The Inside Out
Speaker(s):
Dr Saliha AfridiLicensed Clinical Psychologist & Founder of Light House Arabia
Moderator(s):
Kelly SclandersMotherhood & Lifestyle Influencer, Brand Ambassador & Host
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14:45 - 15:20
Building Strong Foundations: Is Your Child Ready For School?
Speaker(s):
Dr. Rama KanjEducational Psychologist, The Valens Clinic Dubai
Latoya DonaldsManaging Director, Think Nursery
Melonie KarriemEarly Childhood Development Expert & Founder, Let's Talk Early Years Podcast
Nathalie BarsoumianFounder & Principal, Handprint Early Childhood Centre
Ollwyn MoranFounder & CEO, Cognikids
Moderator(s):
Raya HaletFounder, It Takes A Village
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15:25 - 16:05
Preparing For Parenthood: What Every Parent Should Know
Speaker(s):
Hannah DuncanHead Midwife Specialist, Neo Baby & Childcare
Meg FaureInfant Specialist & Author
Samar ZananiriJournalist & Child Development Content Creator
Vanessa WebsterTwin Mama Author & Content Creator
Moderator(s):
Simone MazloumianFounder, Eklekitk Mama
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16:05 - 16:25
Motherhood With A Mission: Joelle Mardinian’s JourneyBeyond The Spotlight
Speaker(s):
Joelle MardinianFounder of Dabdub
Interviewer(s):
Kris FadeThe Baby Expo Host
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16:25 - 16:45
Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Profile
Speaker(s):
Sheena WilsonOccupational Therapist & Founder, Wilson Child Development Centre
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16:45 - 17:00
Baby Ballet By Blaura
Speaker(s):
Claire O'ConnorBaby Ballet by Blaura
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MAIN STAGE DAY 2 - AGENDA

Time
Session
10:20 - 10:55
Tiny Hands, Big Minds: The Role Of Play In Nurturing Speech & Language Development
Speaker(s):
Dr. Abeer Daoud KhayatConsultant Physician Paediatric, Fakeeh University Hospital
Dr. Katariina JuusolaPartner, Bilingual Family
Samina KhanyariGeneral Manager - Jumeirah International Nurseries
Tracy KassoufSpeech Therapist
Moderator(s):
Melonie KarriemEarly Childhood Development Expert & Founder, Let’s Talk Early Years Podcast
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11:00 - 11:45
Third Culture Parenting: Blending Tradition & Modern Parenting
Speaker(s):
Karen and SarahParent Coach, The Wise Parent
Rawan AwatFounder, Bimbly
Reem MadkourCo-Founder, Dardasha Books
Moderator(s):
Agne SkutelisFounder, Akindemy
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11:50 - 12:30
Parenting In The Digital Age: Finding Balance Between Digital & Real-World Play

Speaker(s):
Christine KritzasCounselling Pyschologist The LightHouse Arabia
Maysaa FahourConscious Parent Coach & Bahaviour Profiler
Ollwyn MoranFounder & CEO, Cognikids
Sari SalibaGeneral Manager, HEI UAE Early Learning Centre
Moderator(s):
Dr. Alison BurrowsSenior Lecturer
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12:30 - 12:50
Kris Fade & Aster Pharmacy Welcome
12:55 - 13:40
Driven By Safety, Powered By Cybex – A Parent’s Guide To Car Seat Safety
Speaker(s):
Deema Fouad HusseinRTA
Dr. Siddharth AroraSpecialist Paediatrician, Medcare Women & Children Hospital
Maximilian SchmidtSafety Expert, Cybex
Interviewer(s):
Julie MallonFounder, Nurture 2 Sleep & Certified Sleep Consultant
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13:45 - 14:25
Navigating Your Birth Journey: How To Make Informed Decisions For A Safe, Empowering & Personalised Birth Experience
Speaker(s):
Annissa HadyFamily Content Creator
Dr. Andreas TsiakhasSpecialist in Obstetrics Gynaecology & Fetal Medicine
Maira LorenaFounder, Active Mama
Nikki OliverThe Fit Midwife
Moderator(s):
Christine Zoughaib ToumaFounder, The Baby Whisperer
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14:30 - 14:50
Behind The Scenes: Parenthood Unfiltered With Nora & Khalid

Speaker(s):
Khalid
Nora
Interviewer(s):
Kris FadeThe Baby Expo Host
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14:55 - 15:35
The Sleep Secrets Every Parent Needs To Know
Speaker(s):
Dr Rafif TayaraPaediatric Dentist & Founder, Junior Dentalk
Dr Sandy ZanellaPhysician & Founder of Happy Yogis & My Mindful Mom Life
Meg FaureInfant Specialist & Author
Thijs VeyfeykenManaging Director of Heveya
Moderator(s):
Julie MallonCertified Sleep Consultant &; Founder, Nurture 2 Sleep
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15:40 - 15:55
My Brain Grows When I Try
Speaker(s):
Estelle McCluskieChildren’s Wellness Consultant, Blaura
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16:00 - 16:40
Motherhood Unplugged: Questions we need to ask
16:30 - 16:50
Beyond Baby Teeth: Sleep, Airways & Brain Health
Speaker(s):
Dr Rafif TayaraPaediatric Dentist & Founder, Junior Dentalk
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16:50 - 17:30
Dad Hacks: Tales From The Front Line Of Fatherhood

Kris Fade & Aster Pharmacy Special Guests

Speaker(s):
Kris FadeThe Baby Expo Host
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17:30 - 18:30
Magic Phil Show and Meet & Greet
Speaker(s):
Magic Phil
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