About the Episode 

Join co-hosts Julie and Laura as they discuss how Raya Halet, the Founder of They Say it Takes a Village Podcast, balances a full time job, a leading parenting podcast, her two beautiful boys and family life!

Explore Raya’s insights of the pivotal role sleep plays in parenting, and overall well-being, plus sharing some information about becoming a newly published author with the launch of her first ever children’s book.

About our Guest

Raya Halet, Founder 

They Say It Takes a Village Podcast

Raya Halet is the founder and host of They Say It Takes A Village, which is a homegrown podcast that she launched to provide a directory of all things parenting in the UAE in the hopes of creating the proverbial ‘Village’.

She interviews experts across the country who help provide honest insights and trusted recommendations for parents as they navigate this incredible journey of parenthood. With a background in health science and 15 years of regional experience, ‘They Say It Takes A Village’ podcast is a fusion of her passion for motherhood alongside her clinical background brought together to provide a little black book of top tier contacts. With a diverse scope of topics, the podcast dives deep into conversations that need to be had and highlighted. ”We are blessed to live in a country that boasts world-class expertise” says Raya, which she hopes to showcase in her podcast. “Parenting shouldn’t be solo; as they say, it takes a village to raise a child.