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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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Do Babies And Toddlers Really Understand "cultural Respect"?
February 16, 2018 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MBGuardian Early Learning in Barangaroo, Sydney have a very special program to teach their little students about respect for Indigenous culture. But how do you teach babies and toddlers cultural respect, and do babies and toddlers really understand such an advanced concept? Shevonne Hunt went to the centre to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've Got Some Big News...
February 15, 2018 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBWe're so excited to reveal that The Parent Panel is now it's own podcast! To get episodes every Friday, just search for The Parent Panel and hit that subscribe button. Don't forget to leave a review if you like what you hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What We Want Kids To Know About Artificial Intelligence
February 14, 2018 15:23 - 10 minutes - 9.77 MBThat dog that pants and crinkles it's nose, the cat that poops its food; these are all examples of very basic artificial intelligence. Some parents might be worried about what this infiltration of AI means to our small humans. michael Milford is a dad and a Professor of Robotics at QUT. He thought it was important to teach children (and their adults) about AI, so he wrote a book The Complete Guide to Artificial Intelligence for Kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chinese Creation Story Premieres On Kinderling Kids Radio
February 14, 2018 15:14 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBDr Nicholas Ng is a performer, composer and researcher at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.He has also reimagined a Chinese creation story The Four Dragons for Kinderling's Story of the Week. He talks about what he loved about the Lunar New Year as a child, and what he does with his family today. He also explains what The Four Dragons represents to Chinese people in the 21st Century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kathy Lette On Why 'After The Blues' Is More Relevant Than Ever Before
February 13, 2018 18:36 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBis a quintessentially Australian novel about two girls growing up in a Sydney beach culture. A follows their escape to the big smoke and all they encounter there. While set in the 80s, author Kathy Lette says the stories in the book remains relevant today, especially following on from the revelations of the #metoo movement.Puberty Bluesfter the Blues See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How 'Australian Birth Stories' Became A Runaway Success
February 13, 2018 15:43 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBSophie Walker is a mum of two boisterous boys, works part time in cancer research and also happens to host one of the most popular pregnancy podcasts right now: Australian Birth Stories. She opens up about how the project began and how it exploded onto the scebe. She speaks to some of her favourite episodes, why we both love to hear, and tell, the stories of our children's births, and teases what we can look forward to hearing in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Partner-proof Valentine's Day Ideas From Lazy To Extra
February 12, 2018 15:25 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWhen you have small children, your relationship can take a back seat. This Valentine's Day, Laura Ruston from Out and About Baby says it's a good excuse to reconnect. She gives us her five favourite, easy things to do with your loved one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beloved Author Morris Gleitzman On The Magic And Importance Of Reading To Your Kids At Every Age
February 12, 2018 15:24 - 17 minutes - 16 MBMorris Gleitzman is one of Australia's most prolific, hilarious, and beloved children's authors. He's also just been announced as the Australian Children's Laureate for 2018-19. In an earnest and insightful chat, he opens up about the importance of stories and why we should keep reading to our kids even when they can read to themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Sleep Routines, Runaway Toddlers, Swaddles Versus Sleeping Bag
February 11, 2018 15:21 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBThis weeks Kinderling Helpline gets to the bottom of why a 4 year old would be resisting sleep, helping a 20 month old who gets scared of her uncle, navigating a toddler who loves to run away from their parents, ditching the dummy for a 2 year old and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Parent Panel: Barnaby's 'love Child', Early Cyber Safety And Camping Out For A School Spot
February 08, 2018 16:41 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBMamamia's Holly Wainwright and parenting author and expert Dr Justin Coulson join the panel to discuss the last 7 days for parents. From the Deputy Prime Minister's personal life, parents camping out to get their children into the best day care,to introducing cyber safety to 4 year olds and the funniest things kids say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why We Need To Shift From Blame To Empowerment When It Comes To Bullying
February 07, 2018 16:44 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBWhen a child is five or six do they really understand what it is to be a bully? Kellie Sloane is a spokesperson for Life Education, Australia's largest provider of preventative health and drug education to school children. They have just released a new program called Relate, Respect, Connect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Helping Mums With Workplace Drama And Job Inflexibility
February 07, 2018 16:25 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWhile workplaces are changing rapidly, many are still struggling to keep pace with the needs of working families. Many mums have decided to start their own businesses in order to have control over their hours. Carrie Kwan is a mum who started a business to help other mums. Mums & Co's philosophy is that just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a village to raise a business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shame-free Lunchbox Ideas For Even The Most Tired And Time Poor Parent
February 06, 2018 14:39 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBPacking lunches every day can do your head in. Who has time to make quiches and other homemade delectable for every day of the week? Mum of two Barb La Ganza has a Facebook page called LuLu's Lunchbox where she posts images of her straightforward, no nonsense kids' lunchboxes to inspire parents. She explains how they are simple and easy to do. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It Takes A Village: Why We Should Pay For Our Closed Facebook Support Groups
February 06, 2018 14:20 - 20 minutes - 19 MBFacebook is a great place to connect with other parents and get support. But large platforms are often monitored by the founders: parents with children, work and outside lives. It can take a lot of time to monitor the conversations, but when does it become too much? Carly Abrahams from Mums the Word and Kat DiMarco of Mummy Madness share their stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tinder And Single Mums: The Perfect Match?
February 05, 2018 14:47 - 10 minutes - 10 MBNewly separated Mum Kristen Toovey has embraced online dating, and she says it's the perfect solution for this phase of her life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Learning Music Early Make Your Child A Genius?
February 05, 2018 14:30 - 10 minutes - 9.44 MBParents get a lot of advice about what will help their child thrive. But is starting music from a young age one of them? We love music at Kinderling and decided to speak to Sophie Maxwell from Musical Adventures about the profound benefits of introducing babies to music right from the start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Top Three Baby Sleep Products As Picked By Parents
February 05, 2018 14:30 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBTell Me Baby is a website where parents upload their reviews on products for other parents to read. Much like the Facebook hive mind only bigger and always switched on! Content Editor Mim Jenkinson takes us through their top three sleep products as picked by parents See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Upcoming Childcare Strike Explained And Why You Should Support It
February 05, 2018 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBOn March 27 Early Childhood Educators across Australia will "walk off" the job in protest of low wages and lack of industrial support. Samantha Page is the CEO fo Early Childhood Australia. She explains what the walk off means for parents, the complications around subsidies, and what needs to change in order for worker and family rights to be met. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Sleep And Daycare Routines, When To Ditch Dummies, Nightmares, Discipline At 17 Months
February 04, 2018 15:04 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBMothercraft Nurse looks into why a 17 month old would be hitting their parents, how to help a 3 year old who has nightmares, which order to try and get a two year old toilet trained, weaned and in a "big girl" bed, and more of your questionsChris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Parent Panel: Embarrassing Kids, Working Parents, Body Image For Boys, Helping Kids With New Beginnings
February 01, 2018 16:14 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBIn the first episode of the fresh-look Parent Panel journalists Jacinta Tynan and John Mangos join Shevonne Hunt to look at the week that was in parenting. From the hilarious quirks of being sassed by your child in public, to the nitty gritty of a recent news piece crticising working parents for being too consumed by capitalism. Plus how talking about body image is different for boys, and helping little ones cope with big changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learning To Read When The Letters Won't Sit Still
January 31, 2018 14:30 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIf you've been with a child as they learn how to read you'll know how hard that can be. Imagine trying to learn how to read when you have Dyslexia? Wendy Fitzgerald is an author who wrote a book about this experience with Indigo, a child who was diagnosed with dyslexia when she was 5 years old. Joining her to explain how to pick up dyslexia and how to support your child is Dr Robyn Wheldall, Director of MULTILIT (Making Up Lost Time in Literacy) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Why Dance, Music And Acting Might Help Your Child At School
January 31, 2018 14:30 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThe performing arts are traditionally seen as extra-curricular, "fun" activities. But Dr Michael Anderson says that they deserve a central place in our education system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Helping Grow Your Child's Curiosity At Home
January 30, 2018 15:21 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBChildren tend to be very curious creatures, but did you know you can massage that curiosity into a love of STEM subjects? Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths have been touted as the "must-know" subjects for the future. Producer Sally Knight speaks to Murphy Peoples from Museums Victoria about why they're important subjects and how you can explore them at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should You Hold Your Child Back From School?
January 30, 2018 15:15 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBIt's a topic you might not come across until your child is about to start school, but if their birthday falls in the first half of the year, chances are you will stumble across it. Dr Amanda Mergler is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Early Childhood Education at the Queensland University of Technology. She talks about her research on why children are being held back. We also hear from Mum Leonie Percy about why she wishes she'd held her son back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Are Nannies The Solution To A Stretched Parenting Workforce?
January 29, 2018 15:01 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBMany families have two working parents, which makes caring for kids and domestic work a juggle. Are workplaces keeping pace with the need for flexible work, or are professional nannies a solution to the problem? And if they are the solution, how can it be affordable? Marian Baird, Professor of Gender and Employment relations at the University of Sydney and Lousie Dunham, CEO of Placement Solutions attempt to answer these many questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Supporting Your Child Through Their First Year At School
January 29, 2018 14:18 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBThe first day of school is a big step for the whole family, but what's the best way to manage the year that follows? Psychologist Karen Young from Hey Sigmund! shares her tips on how we can support our kids through their first year at school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Troublesome Two Year Olds, Food Refusal, Hitting, Screaming Instead Of Talking
January 28, 2018 15:06 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this weeks' episode Mothercraft Nurse looks into possible reasons a 3 year old refuses to sleep in their own bed, a 2.5 year old who hits themselves when they don't get their way, a 'vocal' 8 month old who learnt how to scream and won't stop, and much more. To ask Chris your own questions you can email us at [email protected] Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Co-parent When Your Relationship Breaks Down
January 25, 2018 14:30 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBThere's no doubt that your relationship changes after children. But what happens when it changes irreparably? Is co-parenting even possible? Karen Kristjanson is an author who believes it's not only possible, but it's vital for the long term benefit of your children. So if that's the goal, how do we achieve it without feeling miserable yourself as a parent? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Prepare Yourself (and Your Kids) For The Return To The Rat-race
January 25, 2018 14:30 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBHeading into the year, slowly getting back into the routine of school and day-care drop offs, normal work hours and home routine, it can begin to feel like everything is falling about you. Penny Gibson is a mental health clinician and counsellor who believes that this time of year doesn't have to be hell for families. And she explains how. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Talk To Kids About Australia Day
January 24, 2018 16:55 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MBFor some Australians, January 26th is a day to be proud of our national achievements. But our history when it comes to Indigenous Australians, is far from something to be proud of. Katie Beckett is an Indigenous playwright, actor and Mum. She believes honesty that is age appropriate is the best way to create understanding and acceptance for the next generation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Does It Take To Make A Modern Nursery Rhyme?
January 24, 2018 15:31 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBTired of Twinkle Twinkle? Think Humpty Dumpty is just a bit *too weird*? Musician Benny Time has just released a new album a kids album with brand new nursery rhymes without all the historical reflections on death and the plague. He and Angie Who jump in the studio with Shevonne to sing a song from the album, and chat about what kids love about music. Beyond The Little Star: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why We Need To Raise Our Boys As Feminists
January 23, 2018 14:30 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBChyloe Kurdas, founder of and equality advocate, has previously explained how we can raise strong girls. In this interview she talks about how important it is to raise boys to create an equitable world for both genders. And how we need to look at the little things in our homes and families that impact our boys' growth.Own Journey Travel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is It Normal For A School-aged Child To Wet The Bed?
January 23, 2018 14:30 - 7 minutes - 7.24 MBIt can be confronting when your child wets the bed as they get older. But apparently it's more common than we think. Physiotherapist and women's health advocate Heba Shaheeb tells us what we can do about it, and when to get help. For more from Heba check out her website The Pelvic Expert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mad Hatters And Tea Parties: The First Indigenous Actor To Play Alice In Wonderland
January 23, 2018 14:30 - 6 minutes - 6.13 MBWhen you think of Alice in Wonderland, what do you imagine? Blonde, blue eyed girls drinking strange potions? Producer Michael Sieders has brought an Australian-styled Alice to the stage, with the lead Dubs Yunupingu bucking the traditional approach to Alice. Dubs talks about her version of the adventurous heroine, and why this version of Alice in Wonderland is so unique. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The New (noisy) Normal: Raising A Family In An Apartment
January 22, 2018 14:52 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBIn recent years the number of families living in apartments has reached record highs. So too has the number of complaints from neighbours. Producer Elise Cooper speaks with PHD candidate Sophie-May Kerr about her research into the state of living for families in apartments, and Alyx Dennison, a mum, musician, partner and step-mum, about her personal experiences with the stress of co-habitation with strangers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Does The First Day Of School Look Like For Our Kids?
January 22, 2018 14:50 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBWhen kids start "big school" for the first time, you might be consumed with feelings of sadness, nostalgia and trepidation. But what does the first day look like for kids? Acting Principal Lisa Larkin from Paddington Primary School takes us through what kids are likely to experience.really See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Dream Feeding, Temper Tantrums, Resettling Overnight
January 21, 2018 14:51 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBThis weeks episode of Kinderling Helpline, guest hosted by , tackles ways to change "violent" behaviour in a toddler, when is the best time to drop a day sleep, helping fighting siblings, what to do to prepare in the month before twins arrive, and much more.Sally Knight See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome To Country: Finding Strength Through Story-telling
January 18, 2018 15:13 - 14 minutes - 13 MBAunty Joy Murphy AO is a mother and grandmother, and the Senior Aboriginal Elder of the Wurundjeri People of Melbourne and surrounds. She teamed up with illustrator Lisa Kennedy to bring the book Welcome To Country to life. Aunty Joy speaks about why this book for kids is so important, and what gives her strength. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One Mum's Guide To Travelling The World With A Toddler
January 18, 2018 14:30 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBWriter Tracey Withers had planned a European adventure with her husband and baby. Then her husband couldn't go, but Tracey was set on going. If you think she's lost her marbles, you might be surprised at what she learnt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Parents Should Know About The Outcomes Of The Royal Commission Into Child Abuse
January 17, 2018 15:18 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBFor almost five years we heard about the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Abuse. The final report was handed down at the end of 2017, but what's happened since then? And what do parents need to know? Jeffrey Taylor, General Manager of the Child Abuse Prevention Service, takes us through what's happening See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Crying, Laughing, Letting Go: Big School For Beginners
January 17, 2018 15:01 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBComedian and writer Kristen Toovey's second child is about to start primary school. She remembers just how much everything changed when her first kid started school, so she dishes out some seriously hilarious and practical advice for newbies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Recognise A Urinary Tract Infection And What To Do About It
January 16, 2018 14:49 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBMost adult women know what a UTI is, but how common are they in children? Do boys get them too? And what do you do about them? Heeba Shaheed, physiotherapist and a women's health advocate, explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Raising Strong Girls In The Age Of #MeToo
January 16, 2018 14:46 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBThe ripple effects of the Harvey Weinstein scandal in Hollywood are still being felt around the world. Where these stories make you angry as a woman, they can make you even fiercer as a Mum of girls. How do we protect our girls, and how do we help bring them up to be strong? Chyloe Kurdas has worked with AFLW and has some ideas to help See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Makes An Engineer Write A Kids' Book About Haircuts?
January 15, 2018 15:43 - 9 minutes - 8.53 MBIt's pretty ordinary for a child to be afraid of the hairdresser. It's pretty extraordinary that your uncle would write a book to help you overcome that fear! When Tom Paterson's nephew Gus started showing a fear of the hairdresser, Tom put his hi-vis down and decided to write a book to help. That's how the hilarious 'The Barber At The Harbour' came about, with Tom's sister-in-law Amy Duncan filling the pages with gorgeous illustrations to try and help Gus with his fear of the shears. See om...
How To Make Mornings A Calmer Experience
January 15, 2018 15:27 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBGetting children ready to leave the house can feel like a challenge bigger than Ben Hur. Genevieve Matthews along with her children Lucy and Henry have come up with a solution; An activity book, poster and card game all bundled together in a pack called School's Coming (the name 8 year old Henry came up with of course!) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Toilet Training Twins, Teething Troubles, Travelling Toddler Tantrums
January 14, 2018 15:45 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBMothercraft Nurse returns for the very first Helpline for the year. If January has you feeling a little frazzled, you aren't alone. Listen in as we tackle a newly formed fussy eating habit, a five year old who doesn't like sharing attention with their sibling, teething myths debunked and much more.Chris Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Eat And Drink To Make You Feel Great This Summer
December 14, 2017 14:30 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBNaturopath Emma Sutherland gives us her favourite drinks and foods to keep you feeling good in summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Conquer Holiday Packing Without The Stress
December 14, 2017 14:30 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWhat are all the "things" you need to pack when holidaying with children? Deborah Dickson-Smith from Out and About With Kids gives us some pointers on how to make sure you don't leave anything important behind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meshel Laurie On Why We Need To Chill Out This Silly Season
December 14, 2017 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBFeeling busy? Is it Christmas, or are you always feeling run off your feet? Sometimes it can feel like we have no choice in the pace of our lives, but TV and radio presenter, author and mum of two, Meshel Laurie, says we can slow things down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Have A Successful Family Holiday
December 13, 2017 14:30 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWhether you're going away or having a "staycation" Dr Justin Coulson has some great tips on how to make your holiday with the kids a good one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.