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The life of a dancer in today's Moulin Rouge

A former showgirl returns to the Moulin Rouge to find out what life is like for today's dancers. Plus a look at what causes paternal depression and what help is on offer.

Many years ago, author Bee Rowlatt used to be a showgirl - a professional dancer in nightclubs. She takes her friend and mentor Debbie Gills to the Moulin Rouge to find out what life as a showgirl is like today.

Between one and four percent of dads develop depression in the first year of their child's life and it's even higher if their partner's experience post natal depression. Raj shares his experience and Dr Alain Gregoire, a Perinatal Psychiatrist looks at the causes and why men are less likely to ask for help. Plus a look at what's on offer to support new fathers.

Abigail Hollick, has been visiting various cities around the country compiling a series for us called 'Women in One'. She approaches women in the street and asks them personal questions about their love life, childhood, regrets and dream. Today we hear from the first woman she met when she spent some time in Abergavenny

An estimated 41,300 three year olds are missing out on their free early education according to the latest survey from he Family and Childcare Trust. Jenni talks to their e Director of Programmes and External Affairs, Ellen Broome about what more needs to be done to ensure every child has a place.

Presented by Jenni Murray
Producer Beverley Purcell.

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41 minutes

Chapters

  • Post natal depression in fathers

    Raj shares his experience and Dr Alain Gregoire looks at the causes.

    Duration: 14:04

  • Moulin Rouge

    Bee Rowlatt takes her friend and mentor Debbie Gills to the Moulin Rouge

    Duration: 14:26

  • Free childcare places

    Ellen Broome discusses what needs to be done to ensure every child has a place

    Duration: 05:31

  • Women in One

    A lady in Abergavenny talks about her husband's early onset Alzheimer's disease

    Duration: 03:34

Advice for parents struggling with mental health

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Jenni Murray
Interviewed Guest Alain Gregoire
Interviewed Guest Raj
Interviewed Guest Ellen Broome
Interviewed Guest Bee Rowlatt
Interviewed Guest Debbie Gills
Producer Beverley Purcell

Broadcast

  • Wed 24 Feb 2016 10:00

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