Natalie Hobbs

How to be more sustainable in the choices we make

Play episode

Hosted by

Hilmarie Hutchison

About Natalie Hobbs

Entrepreneur, Founder of ModiBodi Middle East

The woman behind Modibodi Middle East, Natalie Hobbs, made the move from Australia to Dubai in 2016 with her husband and two girls. Having worked in corporate roles prior to moving to Dubai, Natalie decided this was the time to combine her passion for sustainability and building a better world for our future.

Dedicating her time and energy to helping build awareness of Modibodi, and leveraging the support of many wonderful women here in the UAE, Natalie has successfully helped more than 4,000 women significantly reduce their use of single-use disposable products, and at the same time empowering girls and women across the Middle East. No longer do we need to miss out on activities such as swimming, running when we have our period.

Girls never need to worry about rushing out of class in fear of embarrassment, no need to worry about leaks, being caught unexpectedly, or feeling that we have to be house-bound when we have our period. Women can start or continue to exercise with confidence, even with light bladder leaks and mild incontinence – and not have to rely on uncomfortable, awkward pads and panty liners.

About this Episode

In this episode, Hilmarie and Natalie talk about the importance of sustainability and how to change the narrative around monthly periods. If you are on the fence about starting a business, Natalie has some excellent insights you will not want to miss.

Tune in for an insightful conversation.

“Sustainability is something we have to do. We don’t have a planet B, we need to take care of our planet, we need to make changes”
Natalie Hobbs

“We need to take care of our planet. We need to make changes so that our children, our grandchildren, and great-grandchildren can continue to have a beautiful life.”

– Natalie Hobbs

Show highlights

“It’s important to educate boys as well, not just having a conversation with daughters but also with our sons, and it’s also very important for our husband to be comfortable talking about it with our daughters.”
Natalie Hobbs

“I think it’s so easy to compare yourself to all the other business that seems to be so much bigger, so much more successful and so on top of things. Yes, you can admire them but not compare yourself”
Natalie Hobbs