Kinderling Conversation

Spiders, the dark, that thing under the bed, needles, loud noises...you name it, there are a LOT of things that our kids might have a phobia of.   What are the best ways to help? Hint: shielding kids from the source of their fear doesn't work in the long-run. Featured in this episode: Dr Fran Doyle, clinical psychologist and researcher at Western Sydney University.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As parents, it often feels like our emotional needs are put last. So, we bury them, squishing them way down until we barely notice they’re there. But just like the adult on the plane who needs to secure their mask before tending to their children, we need to address our own s*%t so that we can be the best parents we can be.  Dr Rebecca Ray and Shevonne Hunt discuss how to recognise our triggers, and how to best manage them.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online child exploitation has been described as a silent epidemic. Now a new LiSTNR podcast investigates the true extent of this crime. Shevonne Hunt speaks to creator and host, Akhim Dev about why parents need to be alert to the dangers children face in the online world and what we can do to protect them.  Listen to the podcast here: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-children-in-the-pictures  Additional resources: https://www.accce.gov.au/resources/for-parents-and-carers https://www.esafety.gov.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Barefoot Investor is back with a new book to help children be financially confident: Barefoot Kids.  Scott Pape wants all kids to be armed with the skills they need to manage something that will be a constant in their lives: money. From the merits of giving back, saving and chipping in around the house (without the reward of pocket money!), Pape's new book aims to set up positive life-long financial habits. https://www.barefootinvestor.com/kids See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s face it, who hasn’t been so mad at our kids that we want to scream? And sometimes we have. But yelling as a means of control can have long-term impacts on children, and backfire on parents.   Dr Rebecca Ray and Shevonne Hunt talk about how we can control the impulse to shout and how to repair when we slip up.   Parenting The Parent with Rebecca Ray - Episode 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intersex is a broad term used to describe people who have sex characteristics that don't fit  into the typical binary for either male or female.  Many intersex children undergo irreversible surgeries, often not finding out about them until puberty, or later. Advocates are calling for any medical interventions to be delayed until children are old enough to consent for themselves.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our relationship with our bodies can be complicated, particularly after children. Zali Yager from the Body Confident Collective talks to Shevonne Hunt about the need to accept our bodies as they are, so that we can teach kids to do the same.  https://www.bodyconfidentcollective.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiger, helicopter, free-range...parenting labels can help us understand what we want for our children, but they can also be used to attack the choices we make.   In the third episode of Parenting the Parent, clinical psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray and Shevonne Hunt discuss what these labels can teach us about the way that we parent.   Parenting The Parent with Rebecca Ray - Episode 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not all children's content is created equal, luckily Justin Hill from The Streaming Service podcast joins Shevonne Hunt to talk about the best shows and movies to check out in November. The Teletubbies are back and Amy Adams reprises a beloved role.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meningococcal is a word that can strike fear in the heart of parents.   The disease can have potentially devastating impacts and researchers are concerned about a rise in case numbers so far this year in Australia.  They want parents to be on the lookout for early warning signs and to better understand how to prevent and treat meningococcal.  Featured in this episode: GP & Deputy Chair on the board of the Immunisation Coalition See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once you have a child, your brain will never be the same again!   In the second episode of this 12-week series, clinical psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray and host Shevonne Hunt look at the changes in our brain that happen once we become parents and how understanding the way our brains work can help us change our habits and, ultimately, become better parents.   Parenting The Parent with Rebecca Ray - Episode 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falling pregnant can be a time of great excitement and anticipation but, of course, things don’t always go according to plan.   Up to 1 in 5 pregnancies end in miscarriage before 20 weeks, with parents then having to navigate a new reality, far from what they hoped for.  Early pregnancy loss support charity, Pink Elephants surveyed Australian women about what they needed most after having a miscarriage. Many said they had trouble accessing support services and more than half wanted to be able to talk to other women who had been through the same experience.  Shevonne Hunt sits down with Amanda Tipping, co-lead of Pink Elephants and Sarah Hatherell, who has been through a miscarriage about the impact of early pregnancy loss and the help that is at hand. https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anxiety in children is the second most common disorder in Australian children aged 5-14 and the most common disorder amongst girls. That's according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. And if you are a parent of an anxious child you'll know just how hard and heartbreaking it can be. Dr Kayleen Henderson is a child psychiatrist and mum of three. She explains how we can help our children manage their anxiety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first episode of a 12-week series called Parenting the Parent with special guest psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray. As parents, we put a lot of thought and energy into raising our kids. But what about us? How do we raise ourselves….as parents? Together Shevonne and Rebecca delve into what it means to be a parent - the choices we make, the ways in which we cope and how we can break old patterns.  First up, what happens when we become parent for the first time? No matter how much preparation you do, there's nothing quite like it. Rebecca Ray guides us through what can be a bumpy start for many of us. Parenting The Parent with Rebecca Ray - Episode 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a parent, our instinct is to protect our children. When our child is being bullied, those protective instincts come to the fore.  So, how can we help our little ones when they're facing bulling?  Derek McCormack is Director of the Raising Children Network. He gives the low-down on how to talk to kids about bulling, when we should intervene and why, as a parent, you should never confront the bully.  https://raisingchildren.net.au/ https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/raising-healthy-minds See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toddlers can have some big emotions but should we really expect them to be able to manage them? Dr Laura Jana is a paediatrician and the author of The Toddler Brain. Laura explains what toddlers are capable of when it comes to emotional self-regulation, and how we can start to teach them some of the basics. This episode originally aired on 23 May 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lily Mandelbaum and Elisa Goodkind get people to undress in front of their camera for a living. They themselves have undressed, together, in front of a camera. But it's not like anything else you've ever experienced. Lily and Elisa created Style Like U, a website that eventually became a very successful YouTube channel, to challenge the stereotypes, myths and misconceptions we have about style and beauty. They ask their guests to start fully clothed and as the interview progresses the guests disrobe, and as they disrobe the guests often reveal their most intimate and honest thoughts. The results are raw, revelatory and completely inspiring. One of their series covered birth and postpartum where they talked to parents who have had experiences that aren't often talked about - stories about still birth, being a transdad, surrogacy and more. In this interview Lily and Elisa talk about what they have learnt through their many years working together and interviewing such an incredible array of inspiring people. Sty

As parents, we put a lot of thought and energy into raising our kids. But what about us? How do we raise ourselves….as parents?  Parenting The Parent with clinical psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray is a 12-week series that explores what it means to be a parent - the choices we make, the ways that we cope, and how we can turn old patterns into new actions.  New episode every Friday. Like or follow Feed Play Love wherever you listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever felt so tired you have to drag yourself out of bed?  The exhaustion might not be simply a lack of sleep, but rather iron deficiency, or even anaemia. Low iron can levels can leave you feeling depleted, breathless and less able to cope with the demands of parenthood and pregnant women and new mums are susceptible.  Dr Sneha Wadhwani shares ways to prevent and treat low iron levels and improve energy.  https://www.instagram.com/dr_sne_easternsuburbsgp/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There comes a time in every baby’s life when they start exploring the world with their mouth.  This time of development for little ones is often a period tinged with terror for adults as they navigate chocking hazards.  So what should you do to prevent chocking hazards around meal times and in the home?  And what should you do if your child starts chocking?  Sarah Hunstead is the founder of CPR kids and a former paediatric nurse.  https://www.health.gov.au/contacts/poisons-information-centre https://www.cprkids.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.