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Dear Daughter

BBC World Service
Parenting
Motherhood
Mental Health
Blended Families
Minnie Driver
Family Dynamics
Childbirth
Cultural Expectations
Pregnancy
Dating
Autism
Polygamy
Beauty Standards
Child-Free Lifestyle
Life Advice
Childhood Memories
Family Relationships
Cultural Identity
Parenthood
Body Image

Extraordinary letters written from parents to their children with Namulanta Kombo. Sharing parenting advice, family stories and life lessons.

Dear Daughter is an award-winning podcast from the BBC World Service about love, life, family, and raising children. It is the brainchild of Namulanta Kombo, a mother on a quest to create a ‘handbook to life’ for her daughter, through the advice of parents ... more

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Shelley’s daughter leaves for college – it’s a thrilling moment for everyone, but at the same time there’s a sense of loss. What will happen to their family when one piece of it is missing?

So Shelley writes her daughter a letter with all the advice... more

Paola’s daughter Camilla was beautiful, with curly hair and big eyes like her mother. She loved bath time and eating mangoes. But she also had a severe mental and physical disability, and died aged 15 after nearly two years of palliative care.

Paola... more

Annice Mukherjee is a hormone expert – she’s spent her career helping women deal with menopause. But when she develops breast cancer at 41, she becomes a patient rather than a doctor.

Annice writes a letter to her daughter about how her professional... more

Azola’s friends welcomed him to fatherhood with a surprise baby shower, called a nappy braai. Instead of the chilled Saturday barbecue he was expecting, they handed him a beer and an adult nappy and told him to suit up.

Azola thinks it’s important t... more

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Recent Guests

Abinah Owuswa Malaka Grant
Podcaster, author, speaker, and mother from George, South Africa.
Co-founder of Adventures from the Bedrooms of African Women
Episode: The sexy novel at Christmas brunch
Firyal Magdi
A single mother and teacher from Yemen, currently living in Malaysia.
Freelance Podcast Producer and Teacher
Episode: Bombs overhead
Ellidy Pullin
A mother and widow, sharing her journey of loss, IVF, and motherhood.
Episode: Introducing Lives Less Ordinary
Vandana Shah
Divorce lawyer and advocate for women’s rights
Episode: Divorce is not a dirty word
Rahab Nyawera
Former inmate turned advocate, helping current prisoners navigate legal challenges
Justice Defenders
Episode: Prison and parenthood
Seba (Mama Seebz)
Content creator and mother, known for her engaging social media videos alongside her daughter Aya.
Social Media Influencer
Episode: Mama Seebz: Social media fame and dealing with haters
Audrey Akande
Co-host of The Receipts, a leading UK podcast
The Receipts
Episode: Audrey Akande: The Receipts and becoming a ‘girl mum’
Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
Wildlife ecologist and host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Episode: Dr Rae Wynn-Grant: Surviving bears, jaguars, and motherhood
Adjoa Andoh
Actress offering advice about trusting instincts
Episode: Dear Daughter: Stars is coming soon!

Host

Namulanta Kombo
Host of a podcast focusing on extraordinary letters written from parents to their children, sharing personal advice and stories from diverse cultural contexts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 733 ratings
  • Wholesome

    I’m binge listening to this podcast from the start and I love it! Each person who writes in has their own story to tell, even the sad stories are uplifting and positive in some way. A brilliant, original theme for a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mempm
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Must-hear for anyone with kids, especially daughters

    As a dad to twin daughters, I listen to this regularly and find it a space where I can hear people whose lives, joys and anxieties are similar to mine. Being a dad is a such a complex thing. I hope to write such letters to my daughters someday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kartikv
    Indiaa year ago
  • Enjoyable, warm conversations about a wide range of topics. The host and the guests are thoughtful, sharing insights about their lives, hopes, and struggles. A great listen not just for the imagined (or in some cases real) daughters, but for sons, parents, and extended family, as well. Glad to have found this podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MarshDweller
    a year ago
  • Meaningful and wonderful podcast

    I LOVE this podcast, as a woman I feel like life is often against us or things are sometimes harder and this podcast touches on so many important issues that face us women. Every episode is interesting and so meaningful and I’ve learnt so much about myself and others by listening to it. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IS2019
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Dear daughter

    Interesting. Touching. Beautiful.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🌞😊🌷
    Netherlands2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners find the episodes inspiring and heartwarming, often sharing personal connections to the stories that resonate deeply with their parenting experiences.
Some critiques mention a perceived bias towards maternal perspectives, yet it is recognized that the content also accommodates various familial viewpoints.
The unique format of reading letters has been praised, as it offers a personal and reflective approach to parenting advice and life lessons.
Many reviews highlight the podcast's ability to evoke strong emotions, making it relatable for a broad audience, not just parents or daughters.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Grieving you
Q: How are you doing now, Paola?
Paola shares that she is having more good days than bad, cherishing memories of her daughter while seeking support from her husband and friends.
Grieving you
Q: What was the journey like with Camilla from when she was born?
Paola discusses the early challenges, including the diagnosis and subsequent hospital visits, as well as the love and moments of joy they experienced as a family.
The nappy braai
Q: How has becoming a parent after you had your first child, your son, affected your views on childhood?
Azola wants to parent differently to ensure his children feel seen and recognized, aiming to affirm them unconditionally.
The nappy braai
Q: How did you feel about the advice you received at your nappy braai?
Azola felt that the advice given by other fathers was often humorous, touching on issues of vulnerability and presence in parenting, encouraging him to just be there for his children.
Walk away the first time
Q: What should people do if they see someone they love experiencing domestic violence?
They should show the person that they see what's happening and be available to listen without pressuring them to talk.

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The podcast features a series of heartfelt letters written by parents to their children, presenting wise advice, life lessons, and personal stories that span cultures and experiences. Each episode showcases guests reading their letters, often touching on themes such as grief, resilience, and the joys and challenges of parenthood. The unique format allows listeners to connect with powerful, real-life narratives that resonate on a deeply emotional level, offering insights and reflections from diverse voices across the globe. The content is likely to inspire listeners to reflect on their relationships while encouraging them to engage in meaningful conversations with their children about love, identity, and the journey of growing up.

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1. Lives Less Ordinary
2. The Documentary Podcast
3. People Fixing the World
4. Witness History
5. Woman's Hour

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Dear Daughter launched 4 years ago and published 71 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Dear Daughter include:

1. Abinah Owuswa Malaka Grant
2. Firyal Magdi
3. Ellidy Pullin
4. Vandana Shah
5. Rahab Nyawera
6. Seba (Mama Seebz)
7. Audrey Akande
8. Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

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