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Laugh til you cry. Cry til you laugh. That’s parenting, and that’s the PakMag Parents' Podcast!
We at PakMag want to go on the parenting journey with you. And we're bringing the experts along for the ride. Get the answers to those questions we've all asked ourselves a million times and lets make this whole parenting gig a bit smoother.
Join us every week as we speak to a parenting expert, discover the latest in parenting products, apps and trends and attempt to make sense of this weird, wacky and wonderful world of parenting.
Our host Bree James is a proud mum to two boys and five fur babies, and the Founder of PakMag, a parenting magazine for families that has printed over 3 million copies in the past 12 years.
Whether you're searching for some comic relief or a few helpful tips on bringing up your kids, we want to laugh and learn with you. Get your weekly dose of hints, tips and giggles and don't forget to tell everyone, you heard it on PakMag.
Join Bree on this Episode of The PakMag Parenting Podcast with Dr Katrina Lines, CEO of Act for Kids
Katrina is a registered psychologist with more than 20 years’ experience delivering clinical and social services at the individual, organisational and community level. She has a Ph.D in children’s cognitive, social and emotional development and postgraduate qualifications in governance, business and education.
She is passionate about early intervention and prevention of child abuse and neglect and believes that all children who have suffered trauma should have access to the best possible services in order to develop to their full potential.
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Join Bree for todays episode of The PakMag Parenting Podcast with Sean Szeps.
Sean has proven he’s more than a creator. He’s also an award winning podcast host, a well-known parenting writer and a comedian who, uncharacteristically for a father, is gay.
The very first memoir, ‘Not Like Other Dads’ follows a gay man as he navigates the heterosexual parenting world, documenting first-hand what happens when the parenting script - 300,000 years in the making - simply doesn’t apply. You can purchase his book here, or keep up to date on Instagram!
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On today’s episode, Bree chats to Alison Geale about her dedication to child protection through Bravehearts and her relentless commitment to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.
To help prevent child sexual abuse, Show Your Heart and donate to Bravehearts Day at https://www.braveheartsday.com.au/
On this episode on The PakMag Parenting Podcast, Bree James talks to parenting author, educator and speaker, Maggie Dent. Learn more about how to nurture and build calming neural pathways for anxious children.
Maggie has her podcast, 'Parental as Anything' on ABC where she advises on all things parenting. Click here to hear more from Maggie, or here to read her latest book.
In this episode, Bree chats with landscape architect and presenter of Gardening Australia, Costa Georgiadis. Costa expresses the benefits gardening has on children, and shares his tips and tricks to growing better produce.
On this episode Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert Erica Komisar joins us on the show to discuss the importance of the first 3 years and how during this time, self regulation, empathy, critical thinking and vital right brain functions are developed.
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In today's episode, Bree chats with the founder of See Me Aged Care Navigators, Coral Wilkinson. Coral explains how to navigate the experience of being there for your aging parents and how to care emotionally, financially and physically through home and aged care programs.
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In today's episode, Bree chats with the creator of the Win Win Parenting Program, Dr Rosina McAlpine as she explains the importance of teaching your child self regulation.
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Joining Bree on the show is Wall Street Journal bestselling author Carlie Maree. She is an online educator, sought-after speaker and creator of the 'Genius Unleashed' podcast. This episode she explains the ‘4 soul modes’, how to identify, process and move through these different modes to live your life in flow.
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Each toddler has an individual, often big, personality, and as parents, it can be tough to navigate such unique temperaments and internal dynamics. Today, child development expert, Dr Harvey Karp joins Bree as he explains how to manage the different types of toddler temperaments.
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On this episode we are chatting to the founder of Fathering Adventures Darren Lewis about The Power of Raising Adults not Children. As parents we want the best for our children and an even greater future for them, but how can we prepare them for adulthood if we don’t stop raising them as children? What kind of adult is your child becoming? Darren Lewis joins Bree on Zoom to discuss the importance of raising adults and what this process includes.
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Join Bree and special guest Angie Tutt as they celebrate 90 years of Lego!
Ah Lego, Our kids play with it, we played with it, our parents played with it, our parents parents played with, I think it's safe to say Lego has played a part in all of our lives. To celebrate the last 90 years of Lego Play Bree chats to Senior Director and head of marketing for Lego Australia & NZ Angie Tutt as she discusses the benefits of play throughout childhood and how Australian families can involve play into their day.
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World Play Day (August 10)
The LEGO Group 90th birthday celebrations have all been leading up to World Play Day on August 10. LEGO Australia are taking over Sydney's Darling Harbour with 20 life-sized Minifigures
Each Minifigure will have a play moment attached to them so you can moon walk, break dance, practice your air guitar and play hide and seek with your favourite characters!
Then from 11:30am to 1pm LEGO Australia are launching Play Hour (and a half!) to encourage everyone to find 90 minutes of play in their day.
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Have you ever thought about all the things you do every day without concentrating on them, for example, making tea, driving to work, brushing your teeth, the List goes on… The science behind how our brains are able to do this is interesting and by understanding this can help you become more productive both at home and at work.
On this episode we welcome back internationally recognised Professor of Neuroscience Mark Williams to chat about habits and how much our day to day lives are controlled by them.
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On this episode Bree are chats to author of ‘The Day My Vagina Broke’ and chief of Bravemumma - Stephanie Thompson about her transition into motherhood and the lessons she’s learnt along the way.
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On this episode, Bree chats to the founder of Söka Australia and laundry expert herself Nicole Gibson about those toddler-tough stains that don’t seem to budge no matter what you do. Nicole also shares her top tips to remove tough stains and how we can manage the mountain of laundry we all know too well.
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Let’s face it, parenting is not easy and can bring some tough days with it. You feel as if the world is on your shoulders and every need must be met with a smile.
In this episode our guest is Naomi Fryers who is a writer, Ted X speaker and author. She is a passionate advocate for mental health and is here today to chat with Bree about her journey through mental health and parenting and the challenges she overcame.
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During the pandemic, us parents had the thrill of giving home schooling a try. While some of us were counting down the days until we could send our kids back to school, our guest today was paving the way to make the lifestyle change of home schooling her children full time.
Joining Bree on the show is Wall Street Journal bestselling author Carlie Maree. She is an online educator, sought-after speaker and creator of the 'Genius Unleashed' podcast.
In this episode Bree chats to Carlie Maree about the process of home schooling and what challenges she was faced with during this transition.
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Why I choose Home Schooling - Podcast episode
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Parenting an adolescent can be confusing. Luckily, there are ways that parents can help their adolescents navigate this age of anxiety. As parents, it is important to be aware that you are your child’s first line of defence against mental health and behavioural issues.
On this episode Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert Erica Komisar joins us on the show to discuss how we can raise adolescents in this new-age anxiety era.
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Did you know that 44% of adults read at a literacy level of 1 -2 which is the same level as primary school children.
This statistic is both heartbreaking and scary. On this episode of the PakMag Parents Podcast, Bree is joined by internationally-acclaimed, multi-award-winning author, researcher and educator Brian Caswell to explain how we as parents can help ensure our children don't slip through the cracks when it comes to reading.
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Families have changed over the last sixty years, where once there was an average of four children per family, now nearly 60 percent of Australian families have two or less children. This change has influenced how children grow up, with birth order affecting a child’s personality and disposition.
Today Author and parenting expert Michael Grose is here to explain how it all works and how we can use that information to help us parent better.
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Getting your toddler to sleep is sometimes harder than taming a lion. With the endless toilet runs, cups of water and random questions that MUST be answered before your little one drifts off to sleep, as parents we start to dread bedtime more than our toddlers.
Today Dr Harvey Karp from Happiest Baby joins Bree as he shares his secrets to getting your toddler to love going to sleep.
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On today's episode Bree chats to Autumn Zitani, the content producer at Sesame Street workshop about Sesame Street’s newest character Ji-Young and the introduction to their new initiative called ‘See us coming together’.
Ji-young also joins Bree for a special guest appearance on the PakMag Parents Podcast.
You can watch Ji-young and all of her pals at Sesame Street on on ABCKids.
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On today’s episode we are chatting about how we can teach our children about the significance of protecting our marine life by eliminating the use of plastic in our lives. And to help explain this important topic is the lovely Lauren Briggs who is the author of the educational book ‘Little Pago’. Lauren helps break down the steps we need to take in order to care for our environment and marine life.
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In this episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast, Bree is joined by a man improving the lives of others through his organisation – the Contentment Foundation – dedicated to helping all humans flourish and improve their wellbeing. His name is Dr Daniel Cordaro and we are so grateful to be able tap into this incredible human mind today and learn from his ample wisdom on the power of contentment.
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On this episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast Bree chats to Allison Davies about the power of sound and voice and how we can harness this energy to take care of our brains and wellbeing.
Allison is a registered music therapist of 16 years, Allison works within a neurodiversity framework that favours deep acceptance and regulation over assimilation and intervention, and shares her lived experience of autism openly within her seminars, workshops and conferences as part of her ‘emotive storytelling mixed with science’ approach to education.
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On this episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast Bree welcomes back the amazing Nathan Wallis to chat about and debunk the myths surrounding Left brained and right brained thinking.
Now you may have heard of the theory that people are either left brained or right brained, meaning that one side of their brain is more dominate. But what does it mean? And is there a difference between girls’ and boys’ brains?
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As the new year rolls in, so does the list of things we wish to bring with us and leave in the year that’s passed. Getting better with money is something we all strive for or however fills many of us with fear. Getting financially fit can be life changing, but with new goals come new changing habits. So how can we start this year on the right foot when it comes to our finances? Let’s get Phoebe on Zoom to walk us through her tips and tricks to becoming financially fit this year.
On this episode Bree chats to author and founder of Clover Financial Phoebe Blamey, about how we can become financially fit in this new year.
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On this episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast, Bree chats to internationally recognised Professor of Neuroscience Dr Mark Williams about the important topic, are smartphones making us dumb?
We use them everyday, to communicate with friends and families, check the weather, catch up on social media and even to turn on appliances in our home. But how smart is too smart when it comes to these devices? Are we becoming too reliant on our smartphones in our everyday life , that the thought of living without them is non negotiable?
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We are living in a world where most children in developed countries have access to everything they need, and in some cases – everything they could possibly want. As a parent managing those expectations and ‘wants’ can be difficult.
The balance between providing for your child and spoiling them can be blurred. At Christmas time, this becomes even more difficult and costly. So how can we make this season become more about togetherness and less about ‘what they are getting’ presents-wise?
To help, we have registered psychologist and parenting educator Dr Vanessa Lapointe joining us on the PakMag Parents Podcast.
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On this episode of the PakMag Parents Podcast Bree chats to the author and co-founder of the award-winning children’s book initiative, My Big Moments, Hannah Davidson about how we can turn parenting lemons into lemonade.
As parents its easy for us to lose our temper, say something we may regret later or just make a mistake in general. But how can we turn these parenting lemon moments into lemonade and repair the situation to benefit our children?
Hannah Davidson
My Big Moments makes personalised picture books to help little people through big moments. Backed by research and expert consultation, the My Big Moments range covers the topics of starting school, building resilience, getting a new sibling, grief and loss, and going to hospital. They're designed to make the tricky job of parenting just a little bit easier. Create your book and check out a full preview at mybigmoments.com.
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On this episode Bree welcomes back the wonderful, oh so knowledgeable Row Murray! Row has been called the sex fairy godmother since the release of her book “For Foxes' Sake, she’s got the welfare of your children in mind and approaches awkward questions with warm, funny, honest and accurate answers, taking the awkward out of the topic and giving smart advice to youngsters. And on this episode we chat to her about teaching our children how to treat the opposite sex.
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BONUS EPISODE
There’s a new programme coming to Channel 9 from the 1st of November, which will have Australian families glued to their televisions. It’s called Parental Guidance and it will start a conversation around parenting, and parenting styles around the nation. Starting the conversation with us today is Dr Justin Coulson from Happy Families (www.happyfamilies.com.au), friend of PakMag, Psychologist and the Parenting Expert on the show.
Tune in on the 1st November on channel 9 for Parental Guidance.
Since it’s first episode over 50 years ago in 1969, Sesame Street has been a staple in the lives of families around the world. Featuring Jim Henson’s Muppets, celebrity guests and programming based on research – it was the first of its kind and continues to be the leader in in children’s television programming.
We are so lucky to be joined by Dr Rosemarie Truglio, Senior Vice President of Curriculum and Content at Sesame Workshop. Rosemarie has a Ph.D in Child Psychology and develops all of the content for Sesame Street!
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In light of Be kind to animals week this October, Bree had the opportunity to chat with the Founder and Director of Edgar’s Mission Pam Aher and animal behaviourist Shae Holden about why it’s important for us humans to be kind to animals, as well as what different behaviours mean from different animals.
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Please note during this podcast we will be discussing suicide, and want to issue a trigger warning.
We can all acknowledge the last 18 months have been extremely difficult for so many people, nationwide, worldwide. We’ve seen escalating rates of depression and anxiety, which has seen a rise in people accessing crisis lines and mental health services since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
It’s great to see people reaching out and seeking help to support their mental wellbeing, alarmingly though young people, who are our most at risk, are less likely than any other age group to seek professional help – making it clear how important and critical our role is in nurturing our children’s mental health.
Joining us today to talk about how we can do that is Dr Dain Heer, author, changemaker, speaker and co-creator of Access Consciousness – one of the world’s largest personal development companies.
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On this episode Bree chats to the CEO of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation Josephene Duffy about the importance of involving children in the kitchen and benefits of growing your own food.
The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation is not-for-profit charity that provides the inspiration, information, professional development and support for educators to deliver pleasurable food education to children all around Australia. This program allows kids to have a hands on approach in the kitchen while learning about fresh, seasonal, delicious food so they can form positive food habits for life.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide
Mental health, it’s an important conversation that shouldn’t go unnoticed or pushed aside. Over 75% of mental health problems occur before the age of 25, making it one of the most important conversations to have with your child. In this episode Bree chats with Community Ambassador Claire Orange about the importance of RUOK Day and knowing the early warning signs of mental health issues.
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In light of Child Protection Week, Bree sits down with Child Psychologist and CEO of Act for Kids Dr Katrina Lines to chat about the importance of teaching bodily autonomy and consent to our children. Bree also chats to mother-of-four Michelle Derrig as she shares her personal story about consent after her son experienced inappropriate touching. This year’s Child Protection Week theme is ‘Every Child In Every Community Needs a Fair Go’ and Act for Kids strongly believes every child deserves a fair go when it comes to protecting their own body. This Child Protection Week (5th – 11th September 2021), Act for Kids is encouraging parents to talk to their kids about consent from a young age, using age appropriate language. Dr Katrina Lines: To find out more about Dr Katrina Lines Click Here Follow Act For Kids on Social Media Facebook Instagram Michelle Derrig: To find out more about Michelle Derrig Click Here Follow Only Me on Social Media Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Check out SAFE Kids Series for FREE until the end of September (RRP $14.95). To access click here Everybody Has a Bottom (book)
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On this episode Bree chat's to Paediatrician, health services researcher and co-founder of CanChild Dr Peter Rosenbaum about why we and our children should learn F-words…
As we work together towards a more inclusive society, we wanted to shine a light on a great organisation called CanChild – who’s overarching goal is to maximise the quality of life and participation of children and youth with a variety of developmental conditions, along with their families.
Their research led to The F-words… but they’re not at all like the word you’re probably thinking… although I am sure we’ve got your attention.
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On this episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast, Bree has the amazing opportunity to chat with Beth Harevy the animation director of the beloved children’s show Bluey!
Beth takes us through her journey into the world of animation and shares how we can inspire the younger generation who may be interested in this career path. We also chat about her new upcoming children’s book ‘The bark book’.
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Beth Harvey is a Brisbane-based emerging artist who works professionally as an animator and animation director, most notably on the ABC series Bluey. Her artistic skills vary across a diverse range of mediums, from digital art to watercolour, pencils, ink, acrylic and oils. She enjoys telling stories through art -- and has just entered the world of illustrating for children. Check out Beth Harvey's website here https://www.bethharvey.com/ Follow Beth on social media LinkedIn Instagram Join the Pakmag Community
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Social media has become a big part of our lives. From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep we are scrolling, messages and liking content. But what impacts can social media have. towards us, let alone our children?
In this episode Bree welcomes back the amazing Bailey Parnell who is the founder of Skills Camp, to chat to us about the influences of social media has on our children, both positive and negative and how we can teach our children to harness it’s power for good.
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As your child grows their sleep patterns and sleep requirements change dramatically. But what is normal and abnormal when it comes to a baby’s sleep patterns and needs? And what can we do to ensure they are getting a good night’s rest?
The wonderfully Dr Golly will answer our burning questions and share some of his techniques to get your little one into a healthy sleep routine.
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Diversity is a fact of life, however teaching children about differences can feel tricky. As adults we can be a little unsure if we’re sending the right message or how to start that conversation, and that puts us off from going there in the first place. However it’s essential for us as parents to teach our children about diversity and inclusion through both conversations and actions.
In this episode Bree chats toJulia Nowland as she explains to us how we can help our children understand the value of inclusivity and to accept those around them for who they are.
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In the age of technology, there has been a big shift from how we used to interact and the amount of face-to-face exchanges as opposed to how teens interact in the modern era. There is a significant amount of communication happening over text, messaging apps, social networks etc online.
With that comes concerns over their understanding and command of in-person exchanges. Simply, are Gen Z and generations coming after them, losing their skills on how to communicate in ‘real life’ as opposed to the ‘virtual space’? Are we fighting the inevitable- clinging to the old world, when we should be embracing the new ? Or, do we need to ensure our children learn how to be more present, aware of what their body language is telling others and how looking for cues in others is a huge part of building relationships?
To help us we have Barbara Pease Joining us. Barbara is the most successful relationship author in the business and expert when it comes to body language. She has written with her partner Allan, 18 bestsellers – including 10 number ones – and travelled the world extensively giving seminars in 70 countries.
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A lot of people talk about the troublesome teens and how when kids go through puberty and start becoming more independent - they shut out their parents and can develop ‘attitude.’ Every human at every stage of their development, needs understanding. How can we understand these changes and continue to thrive as a family, and stay connected to our tweens and teens during their adolescence?
Joining us to help tackle this topic is Dr Vanessa Lapointe - mother, registered psychologist, parenting educator and best-selling author who has been supporting families and children for almost 20 years.
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Now we all know what an unhealthy friendship is, but what makes a healthy one and how can we maintain this friendship to stay strong and connected? Bree chats to the wonderful Dr Jenny Brockis about the importance of a healthy friendships and tips on making new friends. Jenny Brockis: Check out Jenny's new book Thriving Mind: How to cultivate a good life
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It’s so important especially in today’s society that our children have a good understanding of money and develop good habits in saving and investing. Did you know you can set up a share portfolio for you child no matter how old they are! Bree chats to Dale Gillham about why we should be getting our children involved in investing and how we can explain this concept to them in a fun and engaging way. Dale Gillham To find out more information about Dale click here
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Welcome to the 100th Episode of The PakMag Parents Podcast!
Over the last 100 episodes we have learnt so many amazing tips, tricks and lessons from some incredible guests from all over the world. And to mark this very special occasion, we have one of my favourite parenting authors to be our special guest on today’s show.
For over 40 years, our guest has been teaching entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders, and people from all walks of life how to create the life they desire. He is the author of the well-known‘Chicken soup for the Soul’ series, and is a multiple New York Times bestselling author.
I am very excited to welcome Jack Canfield on the PakMag Parents Podcast to chat about his new children’s book ‘I can Believe in myself’ and share his advice for helping the young people in your life turn their thoughts from I can’t to I can!
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Money plays such an important role in our lives; however, most adults don’t know the basics around investment and compound interest. So how can we teach our children the importance of money so they don’t make the same mistake we did in the future.
On today’s episode I chat to author and money expert Jai Hobbs about how we can help our children understand the concept of money and help them manage their income to benefit them in the future.
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Do you get anxious, depressed, have autoimmune issues or gut problems? Then you may suffer from the MTHFR gene mutation. Now don’t worry, this isn’t a bad thing, and there are many ways to overcome these symptoms.
Our guest today is Stacey Turner who is a Nutritionist and Dietitian. Despite her understanding of the effects of foods, the environment, and lifestyle on the body she suffered from adrenal fatigue, depression and digestive issues. It was not until she was tested for MTHFR that she found the cause of her issues.
Stacey is here to teach us all about this gene mutation and her journey living with it.
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Did you know that 92% of people don’t achieve their goals, maybe this is because they were never taught how to? The power of goal setting is an important life lesson for our children to learn. It brings purpose, pride and success in their future, so how can we ensure they understand this practice and will continue to aim high?
That’s where internationally-acclaimed, multi-award-winning author, researcher and educator Brian Caswell comes to the rescue as he chats about the 5 principals for improving success and how we can introduce goal setting to our children.
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On this episode Bree chats to Dr Robyn Miller who is an Australian medical doctor working in Northern Australia. Upon returning to work after maternity leave, Robyn, like many women, experienced the struggles of the “mental load”. When she couldn’t find any strategies to effectively “off-load” half of this invisible labour to her partner, Robyn drew upon her own skills and experience in neuroscience and organizational management to develop her own, unique strategy. In 2019, she founded The Mental Load Project to help other women to recognize and rebalance the mental load in their relationships.
Now, you may not have heard of The Mental Load – but you are definitely carrying it and today we want to explore how we can unload for a happier and healthier you. Our guest Dr Robyn Miller will help us understand what it is and how we can lessen the burden, by sharing it more equally in our relationships and families.
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There’s no better time than now to explore our beautiful country and see the amazing landscapes it has to offer. Adele Dyson from 'Caravanning with Kids' shares her tips for how families can caravan around Australia while staying sane and creating memories to last a lifetime.
We also chat about the Top 5 must pack items for your next road trip and what to look out for when purchasing a caravan.
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It’s easy as a parent to forget about your relationship with your partner as you focus on raising children. But this is a habit that can affect your relationship long term.
Joining us today is qualified relationship therapist - Julia Nowland from Whole Heart Relationships. Her aim is to help you develop the relationships you deserve with your partner, friends, family and children. Today we’re focusing on your romantic relationship with your partner and the importance of ‘Couple Time.’
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As our kids grow older their friend group does too, which is great but can also open the door to peer pressure. Every child wants to fit in with their pack and sometimes will do what it takes to feel accepted. As parents it’s our job to keep our child safe, but how can we educate our children about peer pressure without pushing them away further?
Today’s guest has an honours degree in psychology and a masters in Gestalt Therapy. She is the founder of Hey Sigmund, a website dedicated to conveying the science of psychology to the art of being human. I’m pleased to welcome back the lovely Karen Young as we chat about peer pressure and the power of influences.
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We all feel it, the tiredness, hopelessness, being stretched too thin. Parenting life is unbelievably stressful. The word balance sounds like a foreign word to us, and a fair distance to achieve it.
But what if I told you, it’s actually more achievable then you may think. I chat to Author, award-winning speaker, facilitator and trained medical practitioner Dr Jenny Brockis about finding balance in our not so balanced world of parenting.
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We all know the feeling of being tired and sluggish, and for parents this isn’t something new. From the moment you wake up to the moment you go to bed, your energy levels are at an all-time low.
If doing simple tasks are an overwhelming struggle for you, then you don’t want to miss out on today’s episode. I chat to Olympic athlete and mother of two Eloise Wellings about how we can support our energy levels as parents and reach our full potential.
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We have a special Bonus Episode for you today with Australian Music Icon Ian Moss!
Join us as we chat about all things music, touring and fatherhood.
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Did you know that research shows that more than 55 percent of Australian girls between 7-9 years old are dissatisfied with their body? I’m sure this statistic is as shocking to you as it is to me. But how can we change this for our young girls today and what is causing these distressing thoughts at such a young age?
I chat to international best-selling author Kasey Edwards and her husband Dr Christopher Scanlon about the importance of raising girls who like themselves.
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With our world becoming more technologically advanced every day, it’s important we empower our children, especially girls to strive for their dream careers no matter the field.
Unfortunately, women have been unrepresented in the industry of STEM. Our guest joining us on this episode is one of Australia’s most impressive behavioural scientists, Dr Juliette Tobias-Webb.
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Every parent wants a healthy child, and will go above and beyond to make sure this happens but what you may not know is that in our child’s first 1000 days their health footprint is developed.
But how can we ensure our child is supported through this time and what can we do to encourage a healthy lifestyle?
Our guest is Life-Space ambassador, dual Olympic gold medallist and dedicated mum Giaan Rooney. Join us as we chat about how parents can help their kids have a healthy start to life.
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If you haven’t already heard of the Quokka’s they are a musical mash-up like no other, this five-piece band of professional musicians are made up of different cultural backgrounds and physical abilities who are all focused on creating music that makes a better future.
Today I have the pleasure of chatting with Ex-AFL footballer for the Adelaide Crows, radio host and dad of three year-old twins Nick Gills about how the Quokka’s begun and why it’s so important to spread the message of inclusivity at such a young age.
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Let’s start the year off right together. We’d love for you to be truly, vibrantly, unashamedly you in 2021.
To help you give this year 'your everything' - without holding back… and to inspire us today, we are going to be joined by Dr Gail Saltz, acclaimed Psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, TV Commentator and Best Selling Author. One of those best-sellers: Becoming Real: Defeating the Stories We Tell Ourselves That Hold Us Back, is the inspiration behind today’s topic… about Playing Small.
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Whether it be drawing on the walls, throwing a tantrum in public or rebelling against family rules, when a child acts out it’s hard for parents to pinpoint what exactly went wrong.
In this episode, the wonderful Dr Justin Coulson joins us to talk about why kids act out and how we can help manage these eruptions for a happier household.
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Your words become the inner dialogue that your children will use to describe themselves and their world. Are you a champion, compassionate, critical, harsh, or apathetic? All these styles of communication will colour the relationship you form with your child and ultimately the relationship they have with themselves.
On this episode Bree chats to the lovely Julia Nowland about the importance of the relationship between you and your child and the effects harmful or nurturing communication have upon them.
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Screen time is just as controversial these days as letting your child eat junk food. But as with anything there are both pros and cons towards your child and technology.
Regardless of your views upon technology, there will soon be a time when your little one starts to notice these devices and wants one for themselves.But when is the appropriate age to give your child their very own device and is it beneficial or harmful towards them?
This week I chat to our guest Stephanie Centofanti, who is a Psychology Academic at UniSA Online, about what things parents should consider before purchasing a device for their child.
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Did you know that on average Aussies were spending 6 hours per week playing video games during their home restriction stay? This is up 4.9 hours before these restrictions were introduced.
Gaming has become a big part of our lifestyle this year, as we use it as a safe way to catch up with friends and family while obeying social distancing rules, but what effects can this have on our mental health and socialization skills?
On this episode Bree chats to Jocelyn Brewer, Psychologist and Founder of Digital Nutrition. They discuss Alienware’s latest research on the impact of gaming tech on our mental wellbeing and socialisation since the start of Covid19.
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In this episode I welcome back Row Murray to the podcast to chat about the body changes your teen will go through and how we as parents can help them through this changing time.
The teen years are a period of major change: emotionally, hormonally and physically. These changes impact everyone in the family, not just the teen it’s happening to. The great news is that understanding what’s going on gives parents the tools to help everyone cope.
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Our world pre-pandemic was a hectic, fast paced lifestyle, and for those who had to hit pause on their action-packed lives, it was hard.
2020 has definitely given us all a bit of a shake up, whether it be job-wise, our daily routine or just a change of perspective on our health. But one thing we did not expect was the shift from parenting in the fast lane to the slow lane.
In this episode I have Joanne Wilson on the show to discuss the effects of this new way of parenting we have come accustom to and how we can keep these changes to carry on into the future post pandemic.
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As a new mum, you will find yourself receiving breastfeeding tips and tricks from anyone and everyone, whether it be aunt Tessa whose last child is now 45 or the random lady at the bus stop - advice is everywhere whether you like it or not.
It can become quite confusing what advice to take and what to leave, so today I’ve invited Midwife Cath Curtain who is an expert in all things breastfeeding to debunk some of these myths and share her advice on the do’s and don’ts of breastfeeding.
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Generation Alpha is the title given to children born after 2010. Not only does this generation reset the generational alphabet, but holds the potential and ability as the first cohort born entirely in the 21st century, giving them an unmatched step ahead into the future.
As parents we tend to project our own personal and generational views into teaching our children, but how damaging is this for generation Alpha and how can we nurture this unique generation to thrive in the future?
Today Dr John Demartini joins us as he discusses the unique challenges parents will face raising these children and the shift that will need to be taken to set them up for their future.
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I know for a fact that as parents we are too hard on ourselves. And unfortunately, the criticism we give ourselves dictates how we see ourselves and the world around us. It’s about time we understand and accept who we are and celebrate our true selves.
In this episode I chat to Georgia Murch, who likes to define her-self as a ‘quirky corporate’. During her career, Georgia has learnt that the key to any successful team is people: when they are at their best, the business is too. She has worked with some of the best teams from organisations all around the world and today she joins me on the PakMag Parents podcast to chat about what is holding us back from growing and how we can change the way we feel about our imperfections.
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The word sorry and the way we use it matters a lot. Although heartfelt apologies don’t fully erase the hurt, they do express that you care and understand the situation, and that’s important. There have been multiple studies showing how sincere apologies do reduce anger and resentment leading to better relationships.
We all know how to say sorry even from a young age, but how can we teach our children to give a genuine apology that move others whilst leaving them feeling empowered and not humiliated?
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Recently the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first prescription video game for kids with ADHD. Doctors in America are now able to prescribe this iPhone and iPad game for kids between ages eight and twelve years old with ADHD.
So what other games are out there and is this something that could become more common in the future?
In this episode Bree chats to Raelene Knowles who is the COO of the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association (IGEA), about the new use of video games as medicine and the impact of screen time on children’s mental health.
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Unfortunately, in today’s society, our children are faced with the constant messaging of doom and gloom. Whether it be on the news, through the radio or conversation - our children can’t escape this worrying topic easily. How can we as parents help our children through these times while providing a safe and nurturing environment?
In this episode Bree chats with Dr Sarah Hughes who is a respected clinical psychologist, author and media commentator, about how the constant negative messaging can affect our children and how we can help our children feel less anxious through these times.
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In these modern times, our lives are becoming more and more stressful. From increasing pressure at work to worrying what the future brings, we start to put ourselves last and focus on those around us. But it’s time we connect with ourselves and achieve our full happiness by taking back control of our life.
Dr Jenny Brockis, medical practitioner and board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, specialising in brain health and mental performance, joins us in this podcast to discuss how we can cultivate our best lives and the process of harnessing our biology for better energy, resilience, and mood.
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Money is getting tight for many families. When non-essential businesses were forced to shut, and many people were unexpectedly out of work, we were still faced with bills to pay and families to feed. So how can we get back on track and maintain our finances during this unforeseen time.
In this episode Bree chats with experienced financial advisor, speaker and author Helen Baker about how we as parents can keep our finances on track during COVID-19.
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Anxiety is part of our survival instinct, and when we are faced with a life - threatening situation, our brains and bodies respond by kicking into safety mood. However, for some, the reaction happens more frequently which makes it hard for them to control their anxious feelings.
Bree chats with Matt Hale who is a speaker, mind hack expert and hypnotist, about how we can help our children get through these uncertain times and find relief in their anxiety.
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Addiction can refer to a wide range of compulsive behaviours, but in today's society it can have a much wider meaning for children to adolescents. This includes an out of control attachment to the internet and video games, alcohol and drug use and even texting.
Jackson Goding is a Psychotherapist based in Sydney, joining us to discuss the warning signs of addiction in our children and the dangers it can present.
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While there isn't currently a cure for diabetes, there is no reason to not be able to live an enjoyable life. And today's guest is all about spreading positivity around the subject of diabetes and her journey living with the disease.
Today I chat with Hortense who is the co-author with her daughter Raphaelle of their book "Living with Diabetes" about the challenges diabetes has brought upon them and what life is like living with a child who has Diabetes.
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Keeping our children to a short amount of screen time daily can be difficult, especially in this modern world. But how detrimental is this to our children and how can we reduce this time without turning their world upside down?
Parenting expert, author, speaker and award winning educator, Doctor Rosina McAlpine, joins us to discuss the steps we can take to help monitor our children’s screen time efficiently.
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Internationally acclaimed author of more than 300 books and established speaker, Brian Caswell, joins us to discuss the importance of creating a home playground for children (and not the sort of playground with slippery slides and swings,) we're talking about environments that promote creativity and are educational to develop our children's minds.
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Whether it be 1920 or 2020... parenting is hard. But is it true that today’s parents may have it harder than any other generation?
Dr Harvey Karp, America’s most trusted paediatrician and child development expert, joins us to explain why we need to be proud of the accomplishment of being a parent in today’s society and justifies why we have it harder than any other generation of parenting.
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Trauma can have a serious effect on our lives no matter who we are. But traumatic births can affect not only us but our baby too.
In today’s episode. We chat to Catharine Ross who is an Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) expert about how mums can move on from birth trauma using matrix imprinting and the importance of EFT in these situations.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 Australia students find tests like Naplan the most stressful part of school. Despite this, one third keep test nerves to themselves and less than 10% confess their nerves to their teacher. So how can we as parents reduce these nerves and what creates this stress to begin with?
Well today’s guest will answer just that and more. She developed an innovative teaching and learning system for an international network of schools and a new school in Hong Kong. This experience has given her a rare insight into what really works for learners of all ages. So let’s welcome Dr Selina Samuels!
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Anger in children is one of those things that takes us by surprise. How can this huge eruption come from someone so small? Where does this anger come from and when does it become a problem?
On today’s episode we are chatting to author, parenting expert and registered psychologist Dr Vanessa Lapointe about how we can manage our children’s anger eruptions and avoid the dreaded meltdown.
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From spilt flour to egg shells mixed into cake batter, kids in the kitchen can be a handful, but it’s a basic life skill that children should know. Being confident enough in the kitchen to put together a meal is something every child should be able to do.
Today I chat to Gaby and Jen from Plan Buy Cook about how we can include our children in the kitchen and teach them the importance of meal planning.
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Helicopter parenting is a term we’ve all heard of and are all familiar with, however it’s quite hard to define this type of parenting especially when everywhere you read about it has a negative connotation towards it. But is being a helicopter parent really such a bad thing?
In today's episode we are chatting to the Founder and CEO of the leading safety tech firm iStaySafe, who are the developers of the Tic Toc Track software and safety smartwatch. She’s a mum of two and is passionate about keeping her own and other people’s children safe. Please welcome Karen Cantwell!
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In a world where there seems to be an often negative divide between masculinity and feminity, in recent years there has been increased conversation about the language we use around our children. Gender stereotyping has been present in our society for many years, and while we’ve gotten better with it, we sometimes still subconsciously saying hurtful things. But it’s no big deal, right?
Today’s guest is passionate about teaching children all about gender identity, sexuality and consent, and removing the taboo surrounding these topics. Today specifically, we’ll talk about gender stereotyping and the effect it can have on our children, please welcome Lindsay Amer!
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In today's episode we are talking about putting ourselves first for a change. It’s no lie that us parents tend to put ourselves last. From sport practice, to dentist appointments, to school presentations to sleepovers, the circus act of juggling this never ending to do list is no easy job. But how can we prioritise me time without the guilt?
Today’s guest is a time management expert, international speaker and best-selling author, and today she joins us to explain how we can identify and harness hours of lost me time. Please welcome Kate Christie!
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In today’s episode we discuss why children need to understand consent and the importance of them having autonomy over their bodies. In today’s world unfortunately, the fears about sexual assault and rape are front of mind for many parents. As our children begin to grow curious in others and build relationships with those around them, parents begin to stress that their child may become a victim or on the other side of the table, a perpetrator. This is why teaching our children about consent and respect at a young age is so crucial.
Today’s guest is the founder and managing director of Safe4Kids, a company which focuses on child abuse prevention education. She is passionate for teaching kids about body safety while empowering them with knowledge to ultimately keep them safe. Today she joins us to chat about how we can teach our children about consent and shares her advice for approaching our children on this topic.
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We’ve all heard that little boys are made of Snips and snails, and puppy dog tails, and that little girls are made of Sugar and spice and everything nice… but when did this become an unknowingly stereotype when raising boys and girls? It’s definitely no secret that boys and girls are different, but how different are they really and can this really impact the way we bring our children?
Today’s guest is Nathan Wallis who is a popular neuroscience educator and parenting commentator who specialises in translating complex neuroscience into a digestible, easy to understand information. And today that’s exactly what he is going to do by explaining the brain differences between boys and girls.
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How many times a day do you have to tell your children to stop fighting, to pick up their toys and to hurry up and get in the bath? You might catch yourself wondering if your parenting is working on them at all, or if they’ll ever start listening to you and behaving themselves.
Well, today’s guest may just have the answer for you. She is a behavioural specialist and founder of the Phoenix Cup’s approach to guiding behaviour. Her work has revolutionised how teachers and educators work with children’s behaviour, and today she’s sharing her tips and tricks with us. Please welcome Sandi Phoenix!
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Life is full of transitions – high school to uni, primary school to high school, but arguably one of the most important ones is the transition of starting school. Your child is suddenly introduced to a completely different environment with new children, a new teacher and new things to learn, leading many parents to wonder if their little one is ready for it, and rightly so!
Today’s guest is Julie Dore, she is the author of ‘Prepping for School Success’, a book all about preparing and thriving in the early years. She is passionate about helping children (and parents) be better prepared for school and has been a teacher for 14 years.
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Throughout their childhood, kids ask many questions. About anything and everything. Sometimes, they ask things we wish they wouldn’t… because hey, that’s offensive! You can’t say that! However, teaching our kids about taboo topics such as race, diversity and discrimination is incredibly important. However, for parents, it can be difficult for us to navigate these conversations and put answers to their questions into kid-friendly words.
Today’s guest is passionate about covering these topics with children. She understands how important it is to teach these subjects, and has developed a teaching program that covers these taboo topics while being kid-friendly.
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Having children is perhaps one of the most important reasons to write a will. Knowing that your children will be in the hands of a guardian of your choosing gives you peace of mind that they will be well looked after, loved and raised the way you would have wanted.
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Mum guilt is a real thing. Parenthood is a difficult journey; sometimes you wonder if you’re doing any of it right. After all, having children turns your life completely upside-down, and it’s almost as if you suddenly can’t escape the chaos.
Today’s guest is here to reconfirm that you are, in fact, doing amazingly – even if you don’t see it in yourself. She is a #1 New York Times bestselling co-author and award-winning entertainment journalist. Her newest book, You Are A F*cking Awesome Mom, is exactly what mums everywhere need. Please welcome Leslie Bruce!
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As humans, we are constantly learning; even if we are not actively in school or another type of education. Our brains are naturally hungrier for knowledge. This goes for our children as well; especially children under 5, who soak up information like sponges. As much as school helps with learning, home learning is just as important.
Today’s guest is Goodstart Early Learning’s National Research Manager Dr Kate Liley. Having worked in the Early Childhood Sector for many years. She understands and believes that it’s our job as parents and educators to make sure children have the opportunity to talk, read and play, as we are their first teachers for life. Home learning is a strong component in a child’s development, and that is what she is here to talk about today.
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Welcome to a very special episode of the PakMag Parents Podcast! Today we are celebrating 50 episodes! That’s right 50! That’s over 1000 minutes you’ve listen to!
Because this episode is like no other, I thought I’d share with you some of the things that I’ve learnt from the wild rollercoaster ride of parenthood.
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Whether you’ve been a parent for a month or for ten years, we can all agree that it’s a crazy journey! Along the way, although it can be stressful, we have many laughs. Who knew little people could be so funny?
Today’s guest is a professional comedy writer and father of four girls aged nine and under. He is one of the most well-known dads on social media, sharing his jokes and experiences with the parenting world. Please welcome James Breakwell!
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The skin is the largest organ in the human body, so there is no surprise that every now and again, some issues arise with it. Right from infancy, skin conditions are very common. Whether it be acne, eczema, heat rash or something else, all of us are likely to experience a skin condition at some time. Tackling them however, is a whole different story.
Today’s guest is Dr Leona Yip. She is one of Australia’s most sought-after dermatologists with many years of experience, and she is with us today to help decode children’s skin conditions, along with a few handy tips.
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How many times have you lovingly prepared a meal for your family, only for you to place it in front of your child and be met with comments like “yuck” or “not this again” or “I hate this” ? It can be pretty disheartening, even if we know not to take it to heart. In fact, a third (31%) of Aussie parents get their feelings hurt thanks to these brutally honest responses.
Today’s guest is here to help you turn that “yuck” into a “yum”. This school lunch box creator has years of experience and is here to share his knowledge. Please welcome George Georgievski!
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Maths. You either love it or hate it, right? Universally, it seems to be one of those subjects that many of us aren’t so good at and don’t have very fond memories of when we think back to school. However, it doesn’t need to be this way. Maths is captivating, exciting and can take your child many different places, if you let it be so.
Today we speak to Karen McDaid from Cluey Learning who is an expert in all things Maths and teacher. She has years of experience teaching in primary and high school levels and has a passion for getting kids to enjoy it, because that’s what it should be – fun and interesting.
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Let’s be honest, parenting is stressful. As soon as you have a child, your life is completely turned upside-down. While you wouldn’t change it for the world, it can certainly all be a bit overwhelming. Mental health issues are common among parents, but often not discussed because of stigma, but this is starting to change.
Today’s guest is a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, columnist, bestselling author and television commentator specialising in all thing’s mental health. She understands the impact parenting can have on mental health, and is on a mission to help parents cope with juggling life.
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Life is full of transitions. Home to kindy, kindy to prep, prep to primary school, primary school to high school and so on – all the way until our children spread their wings and fly out into the big wide world as adults. Each life transition brings its own emotions and challenges, as well as exciting new changes.
Today, we’ll be talking about the transition from primary school to high school. Bree chats with Jenny Atkinson who has over thirty years’ experience teaching in primary schools and is the founder of the Get Set For High School Program.
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We’ve all felt it at times. Your heart starts to beat fast, your palms get sweaty and you feel restless. It’s called anxiety, and can be brought up by new situations and challenging tasks, especially in children. Some level of anxiety is a normal part of life and growing up – but when does it become a problem?
Childhood anxiety is very real, and often presents itself differently in children than it does in adults. Today, we’ll explore this topic with Karen Young, a psychologist and author who is passionate about engaging with others on a wide range of topics, including anxiety.
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Do your children fight with each other, or with their cousins or friends? Does it break your heart or even make you mad? With the right support, sibling rivalry provides your children with the opportunity to learn peaceful conflict resolution skills and to build loving relationships with family members.
In today's episode, Bree chats with the creator of the Win Win Parenting Program, Dr Rosina McAlpine. We’ll explore why sibling relationships are so important, practical strategies for overcoming sibling rivalry, how to plan ahead for a new baby to ease the transition, combative relationships with siblings and much more.
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Bullying - it happens every day in schools and is the cause of many tears, angry outbursts and conflict. When our child returns home from school and explains that someone is bullying them, it’s easy to assume negative things about their 'bully'. But did you know bullying is often confused with poor behaviour?
Bullying isn't always what it appears to be, and our guest Andrew Oberthur is here to explain how to differentiate bullying from poor behaviour. We'll also discuss the factors that cause this type of poor behaviour, and how you as a parent can help.
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Did you know that in 2016, Australian households spent over $600 billion on general living costs? This made the average living cost per family $1,425 a week.
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Today's episode is all about STEM. And no, we don't mean the "stem" of a flower, we're talking about the wonderful subject of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths! If your little one is in school then there's a high chance you'll be familiar with this term - but just how important is it?
We speak to the one and only Lisa Harvey Smith who is an Astrophysicist and Women in STEM Ambassador. Lisa chats about why STEM is so important for the younger generation, and explains how we as parents can encourage our children in the fields of STEM.
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If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that life is stressful. Stress can build up over time and without you realising, can block your road to success and happiness. And who wants that?
Today's guest is Catherine Ross from Break Free with EFT, which stands for Emotional Freedom Technique. Catherine deals with people who have been faced with trauma and/or abuse in their life. With over seven year's experience, Catherine has helped people of all ages and from all walks of life to overcome emotional blocks and live happier lives.
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Life can get so busy and before you know it you're in the repetitive cycle of sleeping, eating and working. Our weekends soon become jam-packed with adult jobs and never ending errands and family time unintentionally gets swept to the side.
In this week's episode, we hit the road and joined Adele Dyson who has a passion for spending quality time with the family. She shares information about her popular Caravanning with Kids platform that offers up to date information about road trip holidays and travelling with kids. Overall, her unique aspiration is to celebrate travel, life and the spirit of on-road adventures.
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Falling pregnant proves a different journey for each woman. For some people it happens on the first time (or by accident!) and for others it takes years or doesn't happen at all without IVF and other pregnancy methods. There are multiple factors which will affect your ability to conceive and you might be surprised at how some lifestyle changes will affect your fertility.
Today's guest is a Naturopath, Nutritionist and Author of The Fertility Diet. While she's always been passionate about helping people live healthier lifestyles, after experiencing her own personal struggles with fertility she decided to shift her focus on helping couples conceive successfully. Please welcome, Tasha Jennings.
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Toilet training - it's a breeze for some kids, but others struggle with the concept. It's not always as easy as "one, two, WEE", and can result in regular midnight bedsheet-changing sessions. In this episode, we're excited to welcome back Dr Justin Coulson from Happy Families. Dr Coulson shares his top tips on toilet-training children, and busts some myths on the topic. The PakMag Parents Podcast is proudly sponsored by Goodstart Early Learning. Rate us on your favourite podcasting app and leave us a comment - we would love to hear your feedback.❤️ Justin Coulson
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Food is fuel for your body. Whether you're an athlete or working in an office, nutrition is what makes your body and brain work. Nutritional deficiencies can leave you feeling tired, dizzy or unwell in general. But figuring out exactly which foods your body needs to function properly can be tricky.
Today's guest, Melanie Sinclair, is passionate about helping families tackle these health concerns. Melanie is not only an accredited Holistic Nutritionist but has a Bachelor of Health Science in majoring in Nutritional Medicine. She is keen to spread her love and knowledge of food to the whole family to ensure everyone knows the importance of nutrition.
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There's nothing more beautiful than a child's imagination. It's fascinating to hear our children telling us wild stories from their own little world. As parents, it's important that we let our kids creativity foster, but how do we do this?
Today's guest will help us answer that question. Ian McIntosh - self-published children's book author and the found of Junior Writers Club - teaches kids to love creative writing and shows parents how they help nurture this amazing skill. Ian's ultimate mission is to inspire, encourage and motivate little people through words.
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How do you turn your house into a home? A place that’s organised, radiates happiness and is suitable to raise a family in? It’s no easy task, that's for certain.
Today we speak to Amelia Lee from Undercover Architect who dominates in home-design, specifically for families. She takes the pain out of this process by helping families design beautiful homes that are functional, organised and stylish. With over 20 years of experience, she has a strong passion for turning homes into convenient and comfortable spaces that are fit to raise a (happy) family.
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The birds and the bees...the topic that most parents dread discussing with their children. But as we know, kids are curious and it's inevitable that these sorts of questions will come eventually. It's easy to avoid this awkward topic, but sex education is incredibly important. How will you ensure your children are properly educated?
Today's gust, Row Murray, can help you out with that. The Melbourne native has been called "The Sex Fairy Godmother" since the release of her book "For Foxes' Sake".
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Have divorce rates increased over time?
What are the red flags we should be keeping an eye out for in relationships?
In this episode, Bree sits down with Julia Nowland from Whole Heart Relationships. Julia discusses common things that partner do to make their relationships deteriorate.
In the Weird, Whacky and Wonderful world of parenting, we solve your parenting nightmare about losing sight of your child. Plus, we have found the perfect app to help you keep track of yours and your child’s screen time.
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A positive mindset is key to success. If you have a positive mindset, it's fairly likely that you'll soar and reach goals and milestones along the way. If mindset is so important for us as adults, then how can it affect our children?
Bree chats with David Chiem, Founder CEO and Executive Chairman of Early Education Organisation MindChamps Australia and Industry Leader in Singapore's Education Sector, to find out more.
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In this week's episode we are excited to welcome back best-selling cook book author, Kim McCosker. Kim is a lifesaver for busy families all over Australia, having created numerous cookbooks with recipes that use just four ingredients or less.
Today Kim will share her top tips to get our little aspiring chefs involved in the kitchen.
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Parenting is a walk in the park...Jurassic Park, that is.
Family life is chaotic, so it's no wonder mums and dads feel tired all of the time.
Today's guest is Claire Broad who is a pro in helping parents and toddlers get along to make sure everyone is calm, happy and well-rested. With over ten years' experience working with parents and kids on both a short-term and long-term basis, she has gained huge insight into what makes children tick. She has since developed the perfect programme to help children and parents alike to overcome problems together.
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So we know money doesn't grow on trees, because if it did, we'd all have it.
Money is a tricky topic, and learning to manage your finances is no easy task. Throw a child in the mix, and and budgeting becomes even more difficult.
Todays guest, Denise Duffield Thomas, is a saving grace when it comes to money-related issues. She’s known for helping women all around the world get over their money in order by creating safe places to talk money, cash and abundance through workshops, books and courses.
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If you parents a child with special needs such as ADHD or Autism, you'll know first hand how challenging it can be. Many parents find it hard to stay positive in situations like this, especially when they are receiving comments on their child's behaviour which is ultimately out of their control.
This episode, Bree speaks to Author, Podcaster, Parenting Coach and all-round awesome Mother, Penny Williams, who dives into the world of parenting a child with special needs.
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