Kinderling Conversation

Toddlers can be a handful. They're pushing boundaries and they never sit still. But Dr Laura Jana says that the toddler years are some of the most important for building our child's capacity for success in the future. And it's not about preparing them for skills like reading and writing. Laura explains the true key to unlocking your toddler's success.Laura Jana's book is called The Toddler Brain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a lot to love about being a parent, but there are challenges too. Sleepless nights, food on the floor, tears in the shopping aisle. When you find yourself facing a situation and you just can't find a solution, is here to lend a hand. This week Mothercraft nurse and author of Bringing Baby Home Chris Minogue helped parents with: A three-year-old struggling with daycare drop off, a two-and-a-half-year-old waking up through the night, a five-week-old who wakes from naps upset, a cat-napping three-month-old, a two-and-a-half-year-old who has dropped his day nap and is now waking super early, a one-year-old who tantrums when they don't get assistance, whether to persevere with a swaddle for a seven-week-old, whether to keep a dummy for a seven-month-old, a 17-month-old who insists on company falling to fall asleep and a three-month-old who hates the bath.HelplineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of great benefits to having a family pet, but what pet do you want to become a part of your family? Katie Hunter is the founder of Dogs for Kids, a not-for-profit group that trains assistant and therapy dogs for children. She has a number of reasons why dogs make the best pets. If you're thinking of getting a dog for your family, Katie has some advice on how to choose the right one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all want the best for our children, and sometimes that is separating from their other parent. Separation is a difficult experience for everyone, but how do we minimise the impact on our kids? Rachel Bridge is a mum and psychologist who is part of a blended family. Rachel explains the best way to help kids feel secure and safe in the midst of profound family change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children can be incredibly triggering for adults. Sometimes it seems they've been born knowing exactly what red button to push. So how do you manage your own anger? Sam Loy is a podcaster from Human Ordinary and dad who realised that his anger was out of control. He talks about what made him realise he wasn't dealing with his emotions well and what he did about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before having children you probably never considered listening to an entire episode on nits. Once you have kids who attend daycare or school, chances are the topic could hold your fascination for hours. Deborah MacIntyre founded No Nits Nowafter discovering a need for effective nit removal. But demand is always high, so she's happy to share her secrets on how to get rid of nits properly. Deborah dismisses myths and gives her top tips on removing the little pests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Babies and toddlers can often dance to the beat of their own drum. When it comes to sleeping, feeding, toilet training and other necessary elements of life, they rarely follow any definitive guide book. That's where and our experts come into the picture. On this episodesleep consultant Karina Lane helps parents navigate: A 26-month-old refusing day naps, three-year-old toilet training regressions, a 14-month-old who is waking through the night, toddler bedtime routines for a party animal, a toddler who is scared to poo in the toilet, a clingy nine-month-old whose sleep routine is falling apart, helping a new born sleep through noise and a three-year-old with challenging behaviour. If you're interested in more in-depth consulting check out Babyology's Sleep SchoolHelpline .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As children grow they are learning all kinds of new things. How to eat solid food, crawl, speak, walk and use the toilet. But of all the things a child is learning, understanding their own emotions can be the steepest learning curve of all. In fact, it's probably a learning curve most adults are still on! Anthony Semann is an educator for Early Learning Teachers at Semann and Slattery. He gives us some tips on how to help children understand their big emotions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breastfeeding does not always come naturally. In fact, ask around and you'll find that women have to work at it. Pinky McKay is a lactation consultant and author. She says there are ways you can be better prepared for breastfeeding. Pinky talks about some simple ways to start breastfeeding successfully.most See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you think makes a great dad? Dr Jamal Rifi has shown generosity and compassion in his work with the and the . So what was it in Jamal's childhood that helped him become such an altruistic adult, and what kinds of values has he aimed to instil in his own children? Jamal talks about his father and what he believes makes a dad great. If you would like to nominate a dad for Father of the Year, head to the website.Muslim Doctors Against ViolenceChristian Muslim Friendship SocietyShepherd Centre'sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most women will get standard genetic testing when they fall pregnant. The main test is for Down Syndrome. Depending on what you test for (and how you get tested) the price can vary enormously. Rachael Casella wants wider testing available for parents who might be genetic carriers. Rachael and her husband Jonathon had no family history of genetic disease, yet their daughter Mackenzie was born with spinal muscular atrophy and died six months after birth. After campaigning the Government there is now a study to investigate how to deliver a national reproductive genetic carrier screening program called Mackenzie's Mission and Rachael has written about her experience in the book Mackenzie's MissionRachael talks about what wider genetic screening would mean and why she thinks every couple should have access to it.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are taking a short break this week and will be back live next week with Babyology Sleep School expert Karina Lane. Today we are bringing you one of our favourite with Mothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue. In this episode of Chris tackles: A two-and-a-half-year-old still needing a bottle to sleep, a four-week-old reflux baby who doesn't want to sleep in the bassinet, how to introduce a comforter to a nine-and-a-half-month-old, a co-sleeping 15-month-old who likes to pull his mum's hair for comfort, sleep patterns for a 16-week-old, should a six-month-old eat Tapioca? When one 18-month-old twin insists upon using a dummy and if you've had one reflux baby are you likely to have another?Helplines HelplineTo book a private one-on-one consult with Karina Lane or another sleep expert you can book one through Babyology’s Sleep School.Next week Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue will be in the chair. You can contact us by doing any of the following:Helpline · Email us at helpline@theparentbrand.com.au· Ask your question d

There are a lot of different ways you could try and encourage your child to eat well, but a new book has decided to get straight to the point. is a collaboration between Professor Felice Jacka, a world expert in the field of nutritional psychiatry and gut health and Rob Craw, her partner and a teacher. The book tells the story of our gut health in an easy-to-understand way, while encouraging children to look after the healthy bacteria in their bodies. Felice explains the link between gut health and mood, and why she thinks kids will embrace the message of the book.There's a Zoo in my Poo The book is on sale from July 28, you can pre order a copy here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people will have heard of the concept of 'neuroplasticity'; the idea that we can re-wire our brains. But how does it apply to parenting and the way we raise our children? Maggie Dent is a parenting educator and host of the Parental as Anythingpodcast. In this interview Maggie breaks down the science of neuroplasticity and how it relates to children. It will make you rethink how you feel about nagging your children to clean their teeth, put their shoes on or say a word properly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anyone who has carried and birthed a baby knows that women are not the weaker sex. And yet for thousands of years this definition has been used to stop women voting, holding power, playing sport and generally participating as equal citizens. Now there is scientific proof that women are actually stronger than men. Genetically at least. Sharon Moalem is a research geneticist and author of The Better Half, on the genetic superiority of womenSharon explains why having two Xs gives women the edge over men in every stage of life.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dummies can be a very helpful thing to help your baby sleep or calm down. But sometimes it can become more of a problem than a solution. Like when it falls out at night and they wake up crying. Or when they're older and it's stopping them from speaking clearly. Jo Ryan from Baby Bliss is a paediatric nurse and sleep consultant who has helped parents navigate ditching the dummy. She outlines when the time is right, and how to say goodbye to the dummy forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to working out why your baby is not sleeping or feeding well, it can help to get an expert's advice. Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue has been helping families for over 30 years and is the author of Bringing Baby HomeThis week she helps parents and carers tackle: A two-and-a-half-year-old who won't poo in a loo, a 21-month-old who only wants her dad to settle her at night, a 10-week-old who sleeps with a dummy, but wakes when it drops out, a 13-month-old waking at 4 am, a five-month-old cat napping during the day, a 24-month-old who only does short naps during the day, a two-and-a-half-year-old who talks in his sleep and a 19-month-old who doesn't sleep well.. Next week the live show will be on a break. will be back live with Karina Lane on Monday June 29. You can contact us by doing any of the following: Email us at helpline@theparentbrand.com.au, ask Karina during the Babyology Facebook live on Monday June 29 from 11:30 am or leave your question in our Babyology Helpline Facebook group.Helpli

When the only way your baby will sleep is snuggled up beside you, and you're desperate , kicking your partner out to sleep on the lounge may feel like a no brainer. And sometimes everyone agrees it is the best solution. But what happens if your partner is actually curled up in a ball of frustration on the couch? What then? Elisabeth Shaw is the CEO of Relationships Australia NSW, and she says that when you decide to share a bed with your baby you need to consider more than just your lack of sleep.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving birth takes its toll on your body. Regardless of how your baby has come into the world, we all feel it. Hannah Dahlen is a Professor at the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Western Sydney University. She explains why you might be feeling tired, and how long a regular recovery could take.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many Australians growing up with a backyard is a privilege. Imagine growing up with acres and acres of land to roam, where your parents put you on a horse from the age of four and let you explore the land as you wish. Balance that out with starting school at 7am (so you can help with the cattle in the afternoon) and dealing with all the inconveniences of living remotely and you have Tanya Heaslip's childhood. Tanya has written about her childhood in her latest book An Alice GirlShe talks about what led her parents to raise her and her siblings this way, and why she thinks it was the best childhood she could have asked for.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.