Kinderling Conversation

It may sound a bit highfalutin but philosophy can be a big support for the modern parent. That's according to John Armstrong, faculty member of The School of Life. He chats about his book 'The Joys and Sorrows of Parenting' and explains the ways a philosophical approach can help parents today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ARIA-award-winning Aussie electronic music duo Peking Duk (Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles) have released their debut children's book: DJ Duks. It's a cautionary tale about fame, fortune... and writing bangers! The duo chat about the exciting new book with producer Elise Cooper, and reveal that the most important thing they've learnt from fame and success, is that there really is no place like home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Sneha Wadhwani is a GP passionate about women's health. Heavy periods aren't much fun - but how do you define "heavy"? Sneha gives us a definition of what is considered heavy, and some tips on what can be done about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a report launched in June by the Australian Federal Police, between 3 and 4 million Australians live with, or have family affected by PTSD. Dr Brian O'Toole is the Director of the Australian Vietnam Veterans Family Health Study, which was the first national epidemiological cohort study ever conducted in Australia of the post-war health of war veterans and their families. Brian talks about the ways in which PTSD affects family life, and what can be done to treat and manage it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We live in a loud and brash world, one that's not all that accommodating to a shy child. Dr Kimberley O'Brien is the Principal Child Psychologist (Educational and Developmental) from The Quirky Kid Clinic. She works with children and families in all areas of character and development. She explains why children can be shy, and how you can help support them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When TV and radio presenter and mum Yumi Stynes cooks something it needs to be quick and yummy. She's just released her second book Zero F**ks Cooking, Endless Summer with a stack of easy meals for families. Yumi takes us through her favourite recipes for the warmer weather, traps to avoid when you're just starting out, and easy ideas for family meals that aren't the standard meat and three veggies - at least not the way you'd expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue takes your parenting questions. She looks at how to move a 2-year-old into the same bedroom as 6-month-old sibling, breaking bad sleep associations for a 13-month-old, advice for bouncing back from sickness for a 12-month-old, 11-month-old sleep routine, bedtime routine for a 33-month-old and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are lots of intimate health concerns we don't talk about. Dr Sneha Wadhwani wants to shed a light on these issues so that more women get the help they need. Sneha takes us through what Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is and how it can be treated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lead up to Christmas can be filled with frantic shopping trips and weekends crammed with events. Mindfulness coach and author of Happy Mama Amy Taylor-Kabbaz gives us her tips on how to ensure you wake up on Christmas morning feeling calm, instead of frazzled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The term "self-care" seems to apply more often than not to mums. But dads need to look after themselves too, so what does self-care look like? Psychologist Clive Williams talks about why dads need time off too, and suggests it may not be all massages and yoga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Sacher knows that summer fruit is delicious, but the nutritionist and founder of Wholesome Child says there is such a thing as too much fruit. Mandy takes us through the fruits we (and our kids) should consume in moderation, and some other options to round out your child's nutritional intake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kinderling's High Five Album of the Week is Monster's Ball by Michael & the Rockness Monsters. Michael Napolitano is the lead singer of the hilarious, clevernd prolific kids band. Over the last decade he has written and produced, performed and recorded six records focusing on getting the whole family to engage with music. Michael takes us through some tracks on the new album, and explains how his music is a collaboration between him and the children in his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cartoonist, journalist and writer Kaz Cooke knows there's a wealth of information out there for parents.To help us all out, she's picked up her pen and researched everything from treating nappy rash to the ups and downs of co-sleeping. Her book Babies and Toddlers, aims to present it all, without bias, so you can choose the best option for you. All with a dash of her much-appreciated humour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 in 5 Australians experience the unpleasant and sometimes embarrassing symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), including constipation and/ or diarrhoea, pain, cramping and bloating. IBS is difficult to diagnose in kids, and harder still to manage effectively. Paediatric Gastroenterologist Professor Andrew Day takes us through the symptoms of IBS and how it can be managed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue answers your parenting questions; In this episode she looks at how to drop day sleeps, helping a 19-month-old overcome their preference for one parent, road trip tips with two kids, babies who hate the car, getting all 4 of your kids off to bed at roughly the same time, what to do to get a 5-month-old to stop moving around in their cot and hitting their head, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suni Sanchez is a child development researcher who has written a series of books all about helping parents to get their heads around what it really means to start a family. The first of the series Welcome To Parenthood: How to design a fabulous family life is a joyful and simple look at preparing for family life. Beyond the brand of wet wipes, thread count on muslin wraps, Suni explains the most important things to get across before you become a parent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most popular podcast at Kinderling HQ is by far and away Bedtime Explorers. That's why it's host Amy Taylor-Kabbaz has launched a new series called Daytime Explorers to help restless kids calm down and relax during the day! It's the perfect tool for busy school holidays and whirlwind holidays! Each episode is perfect for parents too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Bruce Robinson is a Professor of Medicine at the University of Western Australia and is the Director of The Fathering Project, a non-profit organisation helping dads become the best fathers they can be. Bruce shares what he has learnt from two decades of helping dads become better fathers, overcoming the struggle of not having a good father figure in their own lives, and realising how important they are in their child's life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anita Birges from Mise En Place is a decluttering queen who knows all to well the deluge of itsy bitsy things than can build up over the year. She shares her top tips for decluttering your kids' toys before the silly season, and how to keep your toy space organised; from the smallest of shelf spaces to whole rumpus rooms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do people wait until they are financially prepared before they have children? Kate Browne from Finder.com.au says their research found many parents say they could have had more savings. Kate explains why it's a good idea to have a financial plan (even though many of us don't). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.