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1,887 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsFrom nurturing newborns to taming toddlers, we unravel the art and science of parenting with real-life stories and expert advice. The hilarious to the humbling and all the nitty gritty in between.
Produced and presented by mum of two and journalist, Shevonne Hunt.
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Kinderling Helpline: Teething Pain, Long Day Naps, Dream Feeds And More
August 05, 2018 17:56 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBMothercraft nurse answers your parenting questions. In this episode she speaks to mums looking for assistance with the difficult stages of overnight settlings, how to help a little girl with teething pain, how to eliminate dream feeding and more.Chris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Musical Mum Ami Williamson Shares This Tear-jerking Song About Motherhood
August 01, 2018 16:30 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBGrowing up with a Australian music icon for a dad can be pretty daunting. Not for . Her fourth studio album draws on her life as a mother, artist, friend, and finding her own identity apart from her famous father . She talks about her varied professional career, her passion for writing and why she chose to write about her family in her latest album.Ami WilliamsonThe QuiltJohn Williamson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Emma Isaacs Turned Her Business Into An International Movement (and Had Five Kids Along The Way)
August 01, 2018 16:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBwas 18 when she started her business, . Today it's a global success, Emma has been mentored by the likes of and , is mum to five children under eight, and on top of all of that she's written a book titled Winging It to empower women in the workforce. She explains how she manages it all, why work is still so important to her, and the pros and cons of starting your own business. Emma IsaacsBusiness ChicksBill GatesRichard Branson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Early Educators Can't Afford Heaters In Winter
July 31, 2018 17:13 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBThey have one of the most important jobs in the country, and yet some early educators can't afford to keep the heater on through the winter. The Independent Education Union of Australia are calling for the pay disparity between early learning educators and their primary school counterparts to end. Early Childhood Officer with the IEU explains why early educators should be paid more.TinaSmith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Plastic Toy Collectibles Are Ruining The Planet, So Why Do We Still Buy Them?
July 31, 2018 16:30 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBColes have recently started a collection of small products aimed at children. It's a clever move. Children love collecting small items, and these are pretty cute. But they also create a lot of landfill. is a home sustainability expert. She explains how parents can get around the collectable craze, and how we might be able to hold companies to account.LauraTrotta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newsflash: Your Partner Can't Read Your Mind!
July 30, 2018 16:30 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBDr is a clinical psychologist and faculty member at The School of Life. She takes a very practical look at the reality of a monogamous relationship, and how we can take simple steps to make love last.Emma Agnew See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Could You Love And Care For Someone Else's Children?
July 30, 2018 16:30 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBLuke and Samantha Gillett's children had just emerged from their most time consuming phase when they decided to start again from the beginning. Almost. When they realised they had more time on their hands now their girls were teenagers, they decided they had the capacity to help children who needed respite foster care. And so they opened their homes to many different children. They explain the challenges with fostering, and why for them, it's all worthwhile. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Kinderling Helpline: Overnight Settling, Dummy Ditching, Reluctant Sleepers
July 29, 2018 17:34 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode mothercraft nurse she takes a phone call from a mum looking to find out how much food her 10-month-old twins should have each day, looks into how to settle an 18-month-old who refuses to go to sleep without being patted, how to drop a feed for a seven-month-old and much more.Chris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is sleep deprivation affecting your relationship?
July 25, 2018 17:05 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBWe all know that when we don't get enough sleep we're often irritable. When you have a small baby, the sleep deprivation can go on for months. What impact does this have on relationship? Psychotherapist from explains what you can do about it.Melissa HughesBaby and Beyond Counselling See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tresillian Approach To Sleep In The First Year
July 24, 2018 17:47 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBis a senior nurse educator with Tresillian; one of Australia's oldest parent support groups. Drawing on their history of helping new parents they've published the written by Fran. She takes us through the best way to look at sleep in the first year.Fran ChavasseTresillian Sleep Book, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Your Body Changes During And After Pregnancy With Dr Sneha Wadhwani
July 24, 2018 17:05 - 14 minutes - 13 MBThere are lots of weird and wonderful things that happen to your body during pregnancy, and sometimes after too! GP Dr Sneha Wadhwani takes us through some things you can expect, from bigger bellies and boobs to the less obvious changes - particularly post-birth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Do When Toddlers Fight Their Day Sleep With Dr Laura Jana
July 23, 2018 17:21 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBParents of toddlers love day sleeps for many reasons. For one, toddlers often turn ratty by 4pm if they don't have one. But sometimes toddlers really fight their day sleep. Dr is a paediatrician and author of She takes us through the role of the day nap for toddlers and what to do if they start to fight it.LauraJanaThe Toddler Brain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bedtime Explorers Creator Amy Taylor-Kabbaz On Mindfulness And New Episodes For Sleep Time
July 23, 2018 17:10 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MBMindfulness coach and author Amy Taylor-Kabbaz outlines what we can expect from the 10 new episodes coming from Kinderling's most popular podcast Bedtime Explorers: Animal Magic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Sleep, Sleep And More Sleep!
July 22, 2018 17:57 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBTo kick off our Week of Sleep this episode of Kinderling Helpline with mothercraft nurse is all about sleep. With Chris looks into solutions for your sleep queries. When should you drop a day sleep?How long should a six-month-old be napping in the day? How to get a four-year-old to settle overnight without hours of patting from mum or dad?Chris MinogueShevonneHunt, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How One Mum Learned To Ditch "Mother Guilt"
July 19, 2018 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBis a mother who was bending under the weight of "Mother Guilt", but she found the answer. Lili opens up about her experience, and some of the tools that helped her along her way to being content with how she parents; namely an audio book by research professor and author Dr called .Lili Sussman Brene BrownThe Power of Vulnerability See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should We Be Opting Out Of The My Health Record?
July 18, 2018 17:25 - 9 minutes - 8.83 MBYou have until Jan 31st 2019 to opt out of the nationwide My Health Record database, so how do you decide whether you should opt out? ABC online technology reporter Ariel Bogle breaks down the pros and cons for families, particularly when it comes to the privacy and safety of your personal data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elizabeth Mucci On Busting The Myths Around Infertility
July 18, 2018 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBWhen you've had one baby, you can often think that falling pregnant a second time will be a breeze. But parents can experience secondary infertility, and it's more common than you'd think. is the Head Practitioner and Director of , a holistic centre supporting women's health. She debunks the common infertility myths and explains how you can help someone going through fertility issues.Elizabeth MucciLife On The Inside See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Simple Food Hacks For Healthy Family Meals With Rosie Mansfield
July 17, 2018 21:00 - 7 minutes - 6.75 MBNutritionist is on a mission to help busy people eat better. Her new book is called She takes us through some ways we can get our families eating healthy, easy-to-prepare meals.Rosie MansfieldFood Hacker: Clever Cooking for Busy People. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What It's Like To Have A Baby Who Can't Hear You
July 17, 2018 17:50 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBAll Australian babies have their hearing tested at birth, but few expect that they will come back with profound hearing loss. and his wife discovered their second child was profoundly deaf. He takes us through what happened next. Josh and his family have been supported by The Shepherd Centre.JoshRyan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Babies Change Your Brain With Dr Sneha Wadhwani
July 17, 2018 16:30 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MBHaving a child can profoundly affect your life - but how do those changes change your brain? Is baby brain real? Dr takes us through the psychological changes during and post pregnancy.Sneha Wadhwani See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unsafe Cots And Prams Are Being Sold Around Australia, CHOICE Australia Warns
July 16, 2018 18:41 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MBYou could be forgiven for thinking that cots and prams across Australia must pass Australian Safety Standards before they are sold to the public. A recent report by CHOICE Australia has shown that this is not true, and they're calling on the Government to make changes. from CHOICE takes us through their findings and some of the brands that are failing safety tests but still making it onto shelves.SarahAgar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adam Liaw On How Cooking Can Create Empathy
July 16, 2018 18:05 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBUNICEF is encouraging Australian families to raise money and awareness for the Syrian Crisis appeal. Ambassador and celebrity chef explains how food can bring us closer together, and how you can join the cause to help children in need in Syria.AdamLiaw See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Cold Mornings, Biting, Dropping Formula Feeds And More
July 15, 2018 17:28 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBMothercraft nurse has over 30 years experience helping families with young kids. In this episode she helps a mother whose 9-month-old bites everything and everyone, how to transition to one day sleep, how to drop formula feeds and more.Chris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beck Feiner Knows What Children Want (if They Were Prime Minister)
July 12, 2018 14:15 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MBIf you've seen the you'll be familiar with the visual style and creative sensibility of ; illustrator, graphic designer, art director and mum. Beck's latest project is written with her husband Robin Feiner. It's a fun and colourful call-out for kids to imagine what they would do if they were running the country.Aussie Legends AlphabetBeck FeinerIf I Was Prime Minister See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teaching Children Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Culture Through Language
July 11, 2018 16:30 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBis an Elder and Traditional Owner of the Boon Wurrung Country and a senior linguist at the Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages in Melbourne. She speaks to producer about her book about the importance of language, and how vital it is to educate our children when it comes to correct usage of language.Aunty Fay MuirElise CooperNganga: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Words and Phrases See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Period Repair Manual: Understanding Periods After Birth And Beyond
July 11, 2018 16:30 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBAfter you've had children your periods can change, especially in your late 30s and 40s. is a naturopath and author of She explains perimenopause, how having children impacts menstrual cycles, and what women can do to feel their best when their body is changing.Lara BridenPeriod Repair Manual: Every Woman's Guide to Better Periods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Contraceptives And Family Planning With Dr Sneha Wadhwani
July 10, 2018 16:30 - 13 minutes - 12 MBYou'd think that after having your first, second or even third child you'd have the contraceptive game locked down, right? Dr Sneha Wadhwani is a GP who specialises in women's health and wants women to know there are more than just one contraceptive option out there. Sneha walks through the options available, the types of contraceptives that are better suited to post-pregnancy, and whether or not contraceptive use can impact the if, when, and how of going on to have more children. See omnyst...
22-year-old Singer Songwriter Emily Wurramara On Language And Motherhood On The Road
July 10, 2018 16:30 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBHow did you start this year? welcomed in 2018 as a new mum, got herself a publishing deal, and released her first album Milyakburra. caught up with Emily and chatted with her about how life has changed with the birth of her daughter on Boxing Day 2017, the importance of singing in language, and mermaids.EmilyWurramaraCinnamon Nippard See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome To Country: Celebrating Indigenous Culture Through Illustration With Lisa Kennedy
July 09, 2018 16:30 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBIllustrations for picture books are an integral part of the story, creating an atmosphere to spirit young readers away. illustrations for by Senior Elder , take us into the land of the Wurundjeri people, filled with river gums and Bunjil the eagle soaring high. Lisa opens up about the importance of using her work to preserve and celebrate culture.Lisa Kennedy'sWelcome to CountryAunty Joy Murphy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You're Not My Real Mum: The Love That Goes Into Finding A Childs' Birth Mother
July 09, 2018 16:30 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBAt the beginning of 2018 used the to track down her 5-year-old daughter's birth mother in Thailand. She opens up about the process, the impact it had on their family, and what happened on the emotional day that they finally found her. Plus she explains what the IATRS does for adoptive parents and how the Federal Govenment funding cuts will impact the service.Tina Marie SheilIntercountry Adoption Tracing Reunification Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Refusing Day-sleeps, Swearing, Tummy Time, Colour Blindness And More
July 08, 2018 16:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode of Kinderling Helpline, Mothercraft nurse helps a grandmother who can't stop her granddaughter swearing, a mother who can't get her 19 month old to sleep during the day, toilet training regression issues for a four-year-old, tummy-time tricks for a bub who hates lying down, and much more.ChrisMinogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robin Barker Unravels Controlled Crying
July 04, 2018 18:07 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBWe all want our babies to sleep, but how we get them to do this can cause a lot of angst. Particularly if someone mentions the words "controlled crying". unpacks the meaning behind these words, and whether it is as harmful as some suggest.RobinBarker See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Do We Work? (especially After Children)
July 04, 2018 17:50 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBYes we work for the financial reward, but from says that when you connect with the deeper meaning of what connects you to your work, you will perform better and be happier overall. She explains how to find your "why", if you think you've lost it.PrueGilbertGrace Papers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alexx Stuart On How To Start Reducing Toxicity In Your Life
July 03, 2018 16:30 - 17 minutes - 16 MBis the author of a new book. She gives us some simple tips on how we can all start to reduce the amount of plastics, waste and harmful chemicals in our lives. Plus great alternatives to everyday products that we tend to rely on for everyting from parties to cleaning.Alexx Stuart Low Tox Life: A handbook for a healthy you and a happy planet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing The Beanies' Big Day Out!
July 03, 2018 16:30 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MBOur favourite trio of kid's entertainers have released their latest series and AKA Michael and Mim Beanie join us in the studio to tell us what we can expect from the new episodes.The Beanies' Big Day Out!Michael Yore Miriam Rizvi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Kids Really Want From A Holiday, According To 10-year-old Rafferty Laight
July 02, 2018 18:27 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBisn't just any 10-year-old. He's the new Kids' Editor at , and he's got the insight you need for the next family trip you take. He explains why he loves travelling, some of his favourite places around the world to visit, and why grown-ups shouldn't get caught up in overthinking our next family holiday.Rafferty LaightHolidays With Kids See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tashi, Monsters And Me: Why Finishing A Book After Death Was So Important For Anna Fienberg
July 02, 2018 18:22 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBis the final collaboration between author and illustrator . Anna talks about how the book came to be after Kim's death, and how they shared similar ideas about what monsters were.Monsters AnnaFienbergKim Gamble See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Avoid Your Child Being Hooked Into A Banking System
July 02, 2018 17:16 - 10 minutes - 9.81 MBIf you want your child to learn financial literacy but are worried about systems like the scandal-plagued scheme, you should check out . It's an online course designed to teach children about money, but it's not tied to any bank. from explains how it works.DollarmitesBanqerLiz PhelanBanqer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Keeping Newborns Warm, Boundary Testing 4 Year-olds, Thumb-suckers And More
July 01, 2018 18:59 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBMothercraft Nurse answers your parenting questions. In this episode she takes a phone call from a mum who is worried about her son eating too slowly, how to keep a newborn warm during the chily winter nights, negotiating with a defiant four year-old, tackling thumb suckers and more.Chris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Stop The Bullying Of Children With Tourette Syndrome
June 27, 2018 17:11 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBHow much do you know about Tourette Syndrome? Could you explain to your child what it is, and how to be accepting of another child's difference? Professor is the Clinical Director of the Neuropsychiatric Institute at the Prince of Wales Hospital in Sydney. He explains how Tourette Syndrome affects children at school, and what parents can do to support them.PerminderSachdev See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mister Maker's Creative Craft Ideas For Every Budget
June 26, 2018 16:30 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBWe can't all have a fabulous wall full of crafty bits and bobs, but (AKA ) says you don't need a lot of materials in order to get creative. He gives us some tips on how to make the most of what you've got in the craft department, and some insight into his latest Australian tour.PhilGallagherMister Maker See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Mums Need To Reconnect With Their Creativity
June 26, 2018 16:30 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBis the founder of , and she's on a mission to get mums back in touch with their creativity. Anna says we don't need to be struggling artists, but rediscovering your creative joy can make a huge different to your sense of self.Anna KellermanMama Creatives See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Not Just The Kids: How Bullying Affects The Whole Family
June 25, 2018 19:00 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MBWhen you find out your child is feeling bullied you might feel protective, angry or stressed. But the latest National Child Health Poll by the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne has found that parents are also feeling helpless. Director of the poll, , takes us through the findings, and tells us why this is a community health issue.Dr Anthea Rhodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Sandro Demaio On Keeping Your Family Healthy And Happy
June 25, 2018 18:42 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBmay be better known for his role on . Now he's written a cook book called , simple and sensible dietary advice that will dramatically improve your health. He explains ways you can start healthy habits with your family, including some recipes for the fussy eaters out there.Dr Alessandro DemaioAsk the DoctorThe Doctor's Diet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Dummy Ditching, Sleep Routines, Teething Troubles And More
June 24, 2018 17:11 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBMothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue takes your parenting questions. From how to help a three year-old handle moving house, tips on ditching the dummy for a four year-old, sleep routine and teething issues for a 15 month-old to how to reestablish a routine after sickness for a 20 month-old. All this and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What You Need To Know When Your Baby Starts To Walk
June 21, 2018 16:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBBabies can start walking at very different ages.But is there an age when they should be walking? And what might be stopping them walking if they're slow to get on their feet? Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist takes us through what we need to know.DebbieEvans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Lisa Loeb Went From '90s Rockstar To The Queen Of Kids' Music
June 20, 2018 17:13 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMusician is best known for her hit single from the '90s. But she is now also a Grammy Award winning children's artist. She opens up to Shevonne about how being a mother has changed and moulded her both musically and personally. Plus she plays two of her songs; one from her latest album , and her smash hit Lisa LoebStay (I Missed You) Feel What You FeelStay (I Missed You). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Stylist Explains How To Feel Fabulous When Your Body Is Constantly Changing
June 20, 2018 13:13 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBfrom is on a mission to get all mums feeling fabulous in their clothes. She gives us her tips on how to dress for a body that won't stay the same shape.Amelia McFarlaneColour Me In Styling See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Untangling Myths About Nits And Lice And How To Treat Them
June 19, 2018 16:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBfrom CHOICE Australia shares the researched evidence behind what works (and what doesn't) when it comes to getting rid of nits and lice.Kate Browne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celebrating World Refugee Week With Gorgeous Children's Book 'Out'
June 19, 2018 16:30 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBhas written a children's book following one family's experience fleeing their country. is a very gentle exploration of what it means to be a refugee. Angela talks about her inspiration and what she hopes the book will give to those who read it.Angela May GeorgeOut See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.