Parenting Collective

Donna Moala
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  • Parenting
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Hey beautiful parents, welcome to the Parenting Collective Podcast! I am your host, Donna Moala and around here we believe it takes a village, so I have brought to you a village of experts who give you all the tools around anything parenting and beyond. Each episode, I invite brilliant minds in parenting, health, relationships, and beyond to share their knowledge and support you in creating calmer homes, stronger connections and more rested nights. Think of this as your weekly coffee date with people who really get it and who can give you the tools to thrive, not just survive. I am Certified Secure Sleep and Conscious Parenting Coach, certified with the incredible Dr Shefali Institute, wife & mother of 3 teenage girls.  Empowering and supporting families throughout the WORLD with my 1:1 guidance,  via in home consults or zoom. Nurturing & supportive and NEVER Cry It Out.  Working with expectant parents through to children 10 years old.  I am the founder  @parentingcollective.au Reach out for your free 15 minute phone chat CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat

  1. 4 days ago

    EP: 104 How to Reconnect With Your Teenager: Building Stronger Mother-Child Connections

    How do we stay connected to our teenagers as they grow up, become more independent, and start pulling away? Parenting teens can feel challenging, but what if strengthening your relationship isn't about trying harder to control their behaviour, but about creating more space for connection? In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Daniela Cooper, founder of The Gather Project, to explore how we can build stronger mother-child relationships, reconnect with our teenagers, and create the sense of community so many families are missing. As a mum of four, Daniela understands the realities of raising children while navigating the demands of modern life. Through The Gather Project, she creates retreats that bring mothers and children together through nature, meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and time away from everyday distractions. In this episode, we explore:  How to strengthen your bond with your teenagerWhy teens may seem to pull away from their parentsHow to build deeper mother-child connections through adolescenceWhy every mum needs a village and a supportive communityThe importance of slowing down and being present with our childrenHow nature, shared experiences, and time away from screens can create space for connectionWhy teenagers need opportunities to explore their identity, independence, and purposeHow mothers can reconnect with themselves while nurturing their relationships with their childrenDaniela also shares her personal journey of moving away from a life that looked successful on the outside to discovering what truly mattered: authenticity, meaningful relationships, and a stronger sense of connection. Because sometimes, our children don't need us to have all the answers. They need us to make space for them to be heard, understood, and accepted for who they are. If you're navigating the teenage years, looking for ways to reconnect with your child, or feeling like you're carrying the weight of motherhood alone, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that connection matters more than perfection, and no parent should have to do it all alone. 💬 What's one thing that helps you feel connected to your child? Share your thoughts in the comments. We'd love to hear from you! Follow The Gather Project: Website: https://thegatherproject.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegatherproject.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegatherproject.au/ I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  2. 25 Oct

    EP: 103 How to Raise Money-Smart Kids | Financial Literacy for Children

    How do we raise financially confident children in a world where the cost of living keeps rising and owning a home feels increasingly out of reach? In this episode of The Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Brooke Roberts, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Sharesies, to explore how parents can teach kids about money, build healthy financial habits, and create opportunities for their family's future. In this conversation, we explore: How to teach children about money, saving, spending and investing from an early age.Why raising financially confident kids starts with everyday family conversations.How pocket money, chores and part-time jobs can help children understand the value of money.Simple ways to start investing and build wealth over time, even with small amounts.The power of compound growth and why starting early matters.How to talk about money without passing on fear, guilt or financial stress.How parents can raise financially independent children while teaching resilience, responsibility and a healthy relationship with money.Brooke shares her journey with Sharesies, whose vision is to create financial empowerment for people and companies through its wealth app and technology. We discuss how accessible investing can help families take small steps towards their financial goals and consider new ways to build wealth for themselves and their children. Because teaching kids about money isn't just about dollars and cents. It's about helping them develop confidence, independence and the skills to navigate their financial future. Follow Brooke Roberts: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooketanderson/ Follow Sharesies Website: https://sharesies.com.au/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SharesiesAU Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sharesiesau Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharesiesau Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharesiesau 💛 New to Sharesies? Sign up as a new customer, deposit $10 into your Wallet, and get an extra $10 from Sharesies! Available for both adult and kids’ accounts. Promo code: PARENT2026 Disclaimer: Use the promo code PARENT2026 when you open a new Sharesies Account, complete sign up by 11:59 pm AEDT (Sydney time) 30 November 2026, and deposit at least $10 into your Wallet by that time to get $10 top up into your Wallet. Open a Kids account with the same code and deposit at least $10 into that Kids account’s Wallet by the same time, and that Kids account gets a $10 top-up too. Only available to people new to Sharesies. Terms and conditions apply. For more information visit https://sharesies.com.au/disclosures/parent2026.  Investing involves risk. Consider the Sharesies IDPS Guide and Target Market Determination at sharesies.com.au. I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  3. 18 Oct

    Ep: 102 When Your Child Triggers You: Childhood Trauma & Conscious Parenting

    How does childhood trauma shape the way we parent? And how can we break generational cycles to build stronger, healthier connections with our children? In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala, conscious parenting coach and secure sleep specialist, sits down with Dr. Kalyani Gopal, Founder and President of the SAFE Coalition for Human Rights and President of the Psychology Coalition at the United Nations. An award-winning speaker and international trainer, Dr. Gopal specialises in trauma, foster care and adoption, child protection, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Together, Donna and Dr. Gopal explores how childhood trauma (wounds), adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and generational patterns can influence our parenting, emotional triggers, and relationships with our children. In this conversation, we explore: - How childhood experiences can affect the way we parent - Why our children can trigger unresolved childhood wounds - Understanding adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and generational trauma - How to break unhealthy family patterns and begin healing - The importance of connection, emotional safety, and conscious parenting - Why children need healthy boundaries and positive discipline - How parents can repair relationships after losing their temper Parenting isn't about being perfect. It's about understanding ourselves, taking responsibility for our reactions, and creating a safe space where our children feel loved, heard, and connected. Because sometimes, changing the way we parent begins with healing the parts of ourselves that still need care. Follow Kalyani Gopal, PhD, HSPP: Website: https://drkgopal.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kalyani-gopal-664a9716/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KGopalPhD Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kalyani4apa Twitter/X: https://x.com/drgopal Follow SAFE Coalition for Human Rights:  Website: https://safechr.org/ Buy the book, Strong Roots, Safe Wings: An Illustrated Evidence-Based ACEs Informed, Trauma Reparenting Program for Parents, Caregivers and Helping Professionals: https://a.co/d/014Z9et5 I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  4. 11 Oct

    Ep: 101 Baby Milestones, Development Created By A Paediatric OT

    Are you worried about your baby’s milestones? Googling every little thing and wondering, “Is my baby on track?” In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala chats with Alaskah Hindry, a paediatric Occupational Therapist, mother and founder of Evergrow App, about baby development, developmental milestones and the overwhelm so many parents experience. Alaskah shares why baby milestones have such a wide range, when parents should seek professional support, and why comparing your baby to other children can create unnecessary anxiety. They also talk about the reality of parenting in the age of information overload, from endless Googling and social media comparisons to feeling like you need the perfect toys and activities to support your child’s development. Alaskah created Evergrow, a parenting app designed to give parents simple, evidence-based information, realistic play ideas, developmental support and practical wellbeing tools, without adding to the overwhelm. In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Understanding baby developmental milestones   ✨ What’s normal when it comes to tummy time, rolling, sitting and walking   ✨ When to worry about your baby’s development   ✨ Why comparing your baby to other babies can create anxiety   ✨ How social media contributes to parenting overwhelm   ✨ Simple, realistic play ideas that support child development   ✨ Why you don’t need expensive toys for meaningful play   ✨ Supporting parent wellbeing and nervous system regulation   ✨ How Evergrow helps parents navigate baby development with more confidence  ✨ Trusting your parental instincts and knowing when to seek help   If you are a new parent feeling overwhelmed by developmental milestones, parenting advice or the constant pressure to “get it right,” this conversation is for you. Follow Alaskah Hindry: Website: https://alaskahhindry.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alaskah-hindry-ot/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlaskahOT/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/alaskahhindry/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alaskahhindry Follow Evergrow App: https://www.instagram.com/evergrowapp_/ Download Evergrow App: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/evergrow-for-baby-you/id6774455485 I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  5. 4 Oct

    EP: 100 Losing a Child: A Mother’s Journey Through Grief, Healing & Hope

    What happens when a parent loses their child? How do you keep going, navigate grief, and find a way to carry your child’s memory forward? In this deeply moving episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Jess Yugovich, Founder and CEO of The Aliyah Mae Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established following the tragic and unexpected loss of her daughter, Aliyah Mae, in 2024 at just three years old. Jess shares her deeply personal journey through child loss, grief and healing, including the story of Aliyah, the special meaning behind Bunny, and how she continues to honour her daughter while supporting other families experiencing unimaginable loss. The Aliyah Mae Foundation was created to support families navigating the paediatric healthcare system and families experiencing child loss, helping provide connection, advocacy and support during some of the most difficult moments a parent can face. In this conversation, Donna and Jess talk about: • The unimaginable grief of losing a child • Parenting and living through profound grief • Keeping a child’s memory and spirit alive • The importance of support after child loss • Navigating the paediatric healthcare system • Turning personal grief into purpose and advocacy • How Jess transformed her experience into support for other families This is a powerful conversation about motherhood, grief, love, loss, resilience and hope — and a beautiful reminder that a child’s impact can continue long after they are gone. Follow The Aliyah Mae Foundation: Website: https://thealiyahmaefoundation.com.au/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thealiyahmaefoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealiyahmaefoundation/ Follow Jess Yugovich: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-yugovich/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessyugovich I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  6. 27 Sept

    EP: 99 Speech Delays, Mouth Breathing & Early Intervention: What Parents Need to Know

    What if the signs your child is struggling with speech, breathing, sleep, or development are easier to miss than you think? In this episode of The Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Luba Patlakh, a passionate child and family advocate, dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist, Myofunction Therapist, and Founder & Director of Kidology, Inc.  Luba is also the host of The Growth Lab Podcast, where she has real conversations about speech delays, feeding, IEPs, sensory processing, and everything in between. Together, Donna and Luba explore: ✨ Speech delays and when parents may want to seek support ✨ How to advocate for your child when something doesn’t feel quite right ✨ The connection between mouth breathing, sleep, speech, and development ✨ Tongue ties and myofunctional therapy ✨ Why some children may struggle with feeding, breathing, or articulation ✨ The importance of early intervention and getting the right support ✨ How parents can move beyond “wait and see” when they have genuine concerns ✨ Creating supportive communities where parents don’t have to navigate these challenges alone Luba also shares how her personal experiences as a mum helped shape her work and her passion for helping families understand their children’s needs without fear, shame, or judgement. This is an important conversation for parents wondering, “Is this normal?”, “Should I be getting help?”, or simply feeling that something isn’t quite right with their child. Because asking for support doesn’t mean something is wrong with your child. Sometimes, it simply means you’re giving them the tools and support they need to thrive. Follow Luba Patlakh: Personal Website: https://lubapatlakh.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lubapatlakh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=18908878 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lubapatlakh Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@thegrowthlabpodcast  Kidology Website: https://kidologyinc.com/ Buy the book- Bobo Wears a Bowtie: https://amzn.asia/d/09bwEFDT I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  7. 20 Sept

    EP: 98 Kids, Smartphones & Social Media: How to Keep Them Safe Without Fear

    Kids, smartphones, social media and AI are changing the world our children are growing up in. But how do we help our kids navigate technology safely without parenting from fear? In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, Donna Moala sits down with Kirra Pendergast, Founder and Chief Strategist of Safe on Social and Ctrl+Shft, and one of the world's leading voices on digital safety, online harm and AI-era risk. Kirra has spent decades working in technology, cybersecurity and digital safety, helping families, schools and communities understand the risks and opportunities of our digital world. She recently co-authored Digital Freedom: A Guide to Less Screen Time for Safer, Happier and Healthier Families with Maggie Dent.  In this episode, Donna and Kirra talk about: When is the right time to give your child a smartphone?Kids, social media and online safety, what every parent needs to know.How algorithms work and why algorithmic literacy matters for children.The impact of technology, AI and digital risk on our kids’ mental wellbeing.Cyberbullying, online harm and the importance of creating a safe space for children to ask for help.How parents can guide their children through technology without needing to be a tech genius.Why connection, communication and learning alongside our kids matter more than fear-based rules.The positive side of technology, from creativity and learning to citizen science and environmental innovation.Kirra’s incredible personal journey from experiencing online bullying to building a career helping millions of people navigate digital safety.This conversation is about more than screen time. It’s about raising confident, safe and resilient kids in a world where technology isn’t going anywhere. As Kirra shares, we can’t stop technology, but we can help our children understand it, question it and navigate it with confidence. And as parents, we don’t need to know everything. We just need to stay curious, keep the conversation open and walk beside our kids. If you’re a parent navigating smartphones, social media, screen time or the digital world, we hope this conversation helps you feel more informed, supported and confident. 💛 Calmer homes. Stronger connections. Follow Kirra Pendergast: Website: http://www.safeonsocial.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirra-pendergast-2938361 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/this_is_kirra/ Substack: https://substack.com/@kirrapendergast Buy The Book: Digital Freedom: A guide to less screen time for safer, happier and healthier families - Maggie Dent, Kirra Pendergast: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761902871/ Downloadable Resources:  Image Guidance for Schools Australia and New Zealand The Smartphone Readiness Project I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

  8. 13 Sept

    EP: 97 How to Be a Better Dad: The Modern Fatherhood Guide for Ambitious Men

    How to be a better dad, become a more intentional father, and balance fatherhood with a successful career — what does modern fatherhood really look like for ambitious men? On this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Jeff Hittner, leadership expert, executive coach, and founder of Ambitious Dads, for an honest conversation about modern fatherhood, parenting for dads, fatherhood and career, emotional regulation, intentional parenting, and becoming a better dad. After interviewing more than 200 fathers, Jeff noticed a pattern: ambitious men often feel pulled between the career they’re building and the family they don’t want to miss. Many dads know exactly what they want to achieve professionally, but have never stopped to think about what kind of father they want to be. In this episode, Donna and Jeff explore: • Why successful men often struggle to define their goals as fathers • The biggest challenges modern dads face, from time and confidence to connection • The difference between being a present dad and an intentional dad • How to stop being the “default dad” and become a more conscious father • How emotional regulation can help dads respond rather than react • How your own childhood experiences influence the way you parent • Why so many fathers experience a dad confidence gap • Why dads need more honest conversations, role models and community • How becoming a better father can make you a better leader • How to balance fatherhood, family and career without feeling like you’re failing at one of them • Why Jeff sees fatherhood as the ultimate leadership lab — and ego detox If you’re a new dad, ambitious dad, working father, first-time father, or a dad trying to balance career and family, this conversation will give you plenty to think about — without the pressure to be a perfect parent. Follow Jeff Hittner: Website: https://www.ambitiousdads.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffhittner/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ambitiousdads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousdads Substack: https://ambitiousdads.substack.com/ I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au.  I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala  Parenting Collective                                                SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷  For your daily walks, coffee's & travel      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO   🩷  Favourite room darkening product      CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula     CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...

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Hey beautiful parents, welcome to the Parenting Collective Podcast! I am your host, Donna Moala and around here we believe it takes a village, so I have brought to you a village of experts who give you all the tools around anything parenting and beyond. Each episode, I invite brilliant minds in parenting, health, relationships, and beyond to share their knowledge and support you in creating calmer homes, stronger connections and more rested nights. Think of this as your weekly coffee date with people who really get it and who can give you the tools to thrive, not just survive. I am Certified Secure Sleep and Conscious Parenting Coach, certified with the incredible Dr Shefali Institute, wife & mother of 3 teenage girls.  Empowering and supporting families throughout the WORLD with my 1:1 guidance,  via in home consults or zoom. Nurturing & supportive and NEVER Cry It Out.  Working with expectant parents through to children 10 years old.  I am the founder  @parentingcollective.au Reach out for your free 15 minute phone chat CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat

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  • Creator
    Donna Moala
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Parenting Collective
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    Parenting Collective

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