Kinderling Conversation

These days children seem to be over-scheduled with activities every day of the week. From gymnastics to soccer to piano and more. Parents are run off their feet trying to get their children to extracurricular activities. So if you have small children, how important is it for them to do a sport? Nathan Parnham is a strength and conditioning specialist, father and author of the bookThe Sporting Parent. He says that all children should be doing a sport, but how he defines sport may be different to what you think. Nathan explains why children should be playing sport and how you can choose the right one for your child.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an uncomfortable subject but the truth is stillbirth and miscarriage in Australia is not an uncommon experience. It can be difficult to know how to support loved ones when they go through such a significant loss. Deb de Wilde is an Obstetrics Social Worker at the Mater Hospital in Sydney. For over thirty years she's been working with grieving families. Deb gives us some tips on how we can support families going through the loss of a child.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on toilet training expert Monica Ferrie takes us through the best ways to tackle toilet training. She answers the following questions:Helpline in FocusWhy is it harder to get kids to poo in the toilet (than wee). What does it mean if a three-year-old is hiding to poo? How do we get them to poo on the loo?How to toilet train a five-and-a-half-year-old who is still wetting the bed at nightWhether to start toilet training an 18-month-old who is showing signs of readinessA three-year-old who is toilet trained but just started preschool and is having regular accidentsA six-year-old who is still not dry at nightA two-year-old who holds onto her poos (rather than using the toilet)A three-year-old boy who is not showing any signs that he is ready to use the toiletTo book in a one-on-one session Monica Ferrie, check out the Parent School powered by Babyology.Want to ask our experts your own question? Join our Parent School Facebook Live every Thursday from 12.00-12.30pm (AEDT) LIVE on the Babyology Facebook

Jacinta Tynan is a journalist, presenter and author. Several years ago she also became a single mother. Through years of lived experience and research she's come to see becoming a single mother has been the making of her. In her book The Single Mother's Social ClubJacinta explains how single parenting can offer up unique opportunities to grow and evolve. Jacinta talks about what she's learnt over the years, and how she overcame the harder parts of single parenting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feed Play LoveThe following episode is a highlight episode, back due to popular demand.Margie Danchin is a consultant paediatrician within the Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne and Murdoch Childrens Research Institute. She explains why constipation happens and how we can help our children overcome it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting babies to sleep through the night, or toddlers to follow instructions, isn't always the easiest thing to do. Throw in a couple of sleep deprived nights and it can be hard to see the forest for the trees. exists to make life easier for parents and carers who come across a challenge. On this episode Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue answers the following questions:Helpline How to night wean an eight-month-old babyHow to link sleep cycles for a 21-week-oldHow much sleep a ten-month-old and a two-and-a-half-year-old needAn 18-month-old resisting napsA four-year-old who will not listen to any instructionsAn almost three-year-old who is being aggressive to other kidsA two-year-old hyped up after day careHow to get a 10-month-old to sleep in their cotA 13-month-old who sleeps through the night but wakes super earlyIf you would like to book an online appointment with Chris Minogue you can book her through Babyology’s Parent School. will be back next Monday. You can contact us by doing any of the following: Ema

How good are you at setting healthy boundaries? Do you find it easy to tell your partner when it's their turn to settle the baby at night, or to tell your toddler you are having some 'me' time? Setting boundaries can be incredibly hard when you're used to giving all the time. Dr Rebecca Ray understands how hard it can be. She's a psychologist and the author of Setting Boundaries, Care for yourself and stop being controlled by others.Rebecca explains why boundaries are so important and how you can start setting up your own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you know about your thyroid? Do you know the symptoms of an over or under-active thyroid? Dr Rosie Worsley is an endochrinologist specialising in women's health. Rosie explains all you need to know about thyroid problems and what to look out for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Mothercraft nurse and lactation consultant Leonie Clements talks about ideal sleep practices for babies. She answers the following questions:Helpline in FocusHow do you stop a 12-month-old from waking for hours at night?Why is a six-month-old suddenly waking around 5.30am?Is it wrong to let a 17-week-old feed to sleep?How do you stop a toddler waking their younger sibling early in the morning?How do you transition a four-month-old in to a big bed?How do you help help an eight-month-old to nap at day care?How do you set up good sleep practices from day one?To book in a one-on-one session Leonie Clements, check out the Parent School powered by Babyology.Want to ask our experts your own question? Join our Parent School Facebook Live every Thursday from 12.00-12.30pm (AEDT) LIVE on the Babyology Facebook page or leave your question on our Facebook Helpline Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are few things as distressing as being separated from your family. Many people have had a taste of what enforced separation from loved ones feels like during the coronavirus pandemic, and some know what it's like to have family stranded somewhere unsafe.This is what life is like for Kamalle Dabboussy, CEO of the Western Sydney Migrant Resource Centre. His daughter and three grandchildren have been stranded in a Kurdish refugee camp for the last two-and-a-half years. Kamalle has tried everything in his power to bring her and other Australian women and children home, but with no resolution in sight he decided to write about his experience. His book is called A Father's PleaKamalle talks about what it's been like to have his child and grandchildren so far away, and what he hopes speaking out now will achieve.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The following episode is a Feed Play Love highlight episode, back due to popular demand.Most parents try to avoid screen-time, but sometimes we all need a break. Dr Jo Orlando is a digital lifestyle and literacy expert. She talks about how to navigate TV programs beyond ABC 4 kids, and whether or not some programming is actually good for kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The truth of being a parent is that every child or baby is different, just like every parent is different. This means that finding the answer for your particular challenge can be difficult. That's why we started a place you can come and ask an expert questions, and get answers tailored to your family and child. In this episode baby sleep expert Jo Ryan helps navigate the following scenarios:Helpline, A 12-month-old waking at night and not resettlingA nearly three-year-old who has regressed with their toilet trainingA three-year-old throwing tantrumsA three-year-old who is getting very frustratedA three-month-old who is only sleeping for three hours straightWhether a 19-month-old standing and weeing in the bath means they are ready for toilet trainingA seven-month-old who needs to be held to sleepA one-year-old who is still breastfeeding at nightIf you would like to book an online appointment with Jo Ryan you can book her through Babyology’s Parent School. will be back next Monday. You can contact us by doing

Having children doesn't feel like something you can put on your CV. If you've taken time off to raise your children, getting back into the workforce can feel daunting. Aakanksha Dixit is a recruiter at recruitment consultancy ASPL Group. She believes that employers value parents. She explains how parents can prepare to re-enter the workforce after kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are lots of different people who work in a maternity ward. Chances are you will have contact with a midwife and an obstetrician but not every woman will need an obstetrics social worker. Genevieve Muir is an obstetrics social worker at The Mater in North Sydney who believes that every hospital should have one. Gen explains what her work involves and when you might need her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on child behaviour expert Stephanie Wicker talks about toddler behaviour, and what to do when they're acting out. She answers the following questions:Helpline in FocusA 16-month-old who is hitting and biting their parents (but nobody else)Two-and-a-half-year-old twins where one responds to consequences and the other doesn'tA two-year-old who bit a child at day careA three-year-old who won't shareA three-and-a-half-year-old who has started throwing tantrums when they don't get their own wayHow to teach a three-and-a-half-year-old good mannersTo book in a one-on-one session Stephanie Wicker, check out the Parent School powered by Babyology. Want to ask our experts your own question? Join our weekly LIVE Helpline each week on Facebook or leave your question in our Facebook Helpline Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the #metoo movement spread across the world, the repercussions were felt everywhere from Hollywood to our primary schools. It was public and loud, which meant that many children were exposed to what was happening, and parents were needing to explain what was behind all the news. Psychologist Bobbi Wegner found herself explaining equality and inappropriate behaviour to her young son, who had heard a news report on the radio while she was cooking. It made her realise that it's important to teach boys about feminism early. Her book is called Raising Feminist Boys, How to talk with your child about gender, consent and empathyBobbi explains how we can raise our boys to be allies and contribute to equality between the sexes.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The following episode is a Feed Play Love highlight episode, back due to popular demand.It can be challenging to let our kids take risks, but Sarah Hunstead from CPR Kids says there are many reasons why we need to let them take more. Sarah explains the kinds of risks we can encourage our children to take.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The following episode is a Feed Play Love highlight episode, back due to popular demand.In this Helpline from the archives Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue helps with the following issues:A two-and-a-half-year-old trying to drop a needed napA twenty-two-month-old who sleeps well at night, but not so well during the dayManaging challenging toddler behavioursA twenty-two-month-old procrastinating at bedtimeA three-and-a-half year-old rejecting dadA four-month-old having short napsA 12-month-old waking several times at night for a breastfeedIf you would like to book an online appointment with Chris Minogue you can book her through Babyology’s Parent School. will be back next Monday. You can contact us by doing any of the following: Email us at helpline@theparentbrand.com.au, we will be back next week and you can ask your question during the Babyology Facebook live on Monday from AEDT 11:30am or leave your question in our Babyology Helpline Facebook group. Need help or advice right now? Book in a one-on-one sessi

Lots of things change when you become a mum - how you live and what you prioritise. Your body changes. And sometimes your mental health changes too, dramatically. Dr Nicole Highet is the Executive Director of the Centre for Perinatal Excellence (or COPE). Nicole explains what postpartum psychosis is and how to treat it. She also mentions further information you can find at their website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people know when they have been at their parenting best, but have you ever considered that it may be your personal qualities rather than what you do that makes the biggest difference in parenting? Bronwyn Mandile is the founder of Mumlyfeand after seventeen years of parenting, she's got a pretty good idea on what makes a good one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.