Since then, Najwa has become a regular newscaster and talk show host, and is noted for her popular talk show Najwa’s Eyes. Her popularity, however, does not stop her from continuing with her journalism.

Despite my tight schedule, I still allocate quality time for my husband Ibrahim Assegaf and my nine-year-old son Izzat.

Every Sunday, my husband and I take our son to soccer practice at the Arsenal soccer school from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Izzat really loves soccer.

I’m very proud of Izzat’s achievements ... Recently he was named captain of his school’s soccer team.

I’m proud of his accomplishments no matter how small they are. I think that’s a problem for working women.

After Izzat finishes soccer practice, the three of us usually go to the mall to have lunch or watch a movie. After that, we usually go to my parents or my parents-in-law’s house to visit.

I have to get home by nightfall because I have to prepare for Mata Najwa. As the program airs every Wednesday, I usually use my Sundays to study the material so that I’m prepared for the taping.

I have to read all the materials on the topic for that week, as well as create the questions and confirm the taping schedule for upcoming guests.

I also have to do final editing for the script. I have to make sure everything is OK myself.

Because of all the preparation, it’s hard for me to leave town. Even if I have to, I usually leave Friday afternoon and am home by Saturday afternoon.

But when I have nothing else to do, I love to spend my time lying around and flipping the channel while eating chocolates or donuts.

I have a sweet tooth.

— As told to Primastuti Handayani

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