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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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The Fierce Love That Protects A Child With A Disability
December 12, 2017 15:20 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBMelinda Hildebrandt found out her daughter Amelia was deaf at age two. A few years later it was discovered that Amelia was also on the autism spectrum. Melinda talks about raising a child with extra needs, and why parents need to be their child's best advocate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A New Summer Rashie For Kids That Might Just Save A Life
December 12, 2017 15:05 - 5 minutes - 4.77 MBSarah Hunstead from CPR Kids talks about a new rashie she helped to design that will help adults with CPR for children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are Our Kids Tech-zombies?
December 11, 2017 14:30 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBYou'd be forgiven for thinking so. But you might be surprised at how little truth there is to some of the things said about kids and technology. Professor Lydia Plowman is the Chair in Education and Technology at the University of Edinburgh. She dispels myths around children and technology, putting many a parent's heart at rest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Style And Packing For Your Summer Holiday
December 11, 2017 14:30 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBAny parent knows, if you're doing the packing, you probably leave yourself until last. Stylist Amelia McFarlane from Colour Me in Styling says you should put yourself first. Amelia also gives tips on how to pack for yourself and your kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are You The Nanny? One Woman's Mission To Challenge Colour Perceptions
December 10, 2017 15:30 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBIf you have a multicultural family, you may have noticed a lack of representation in media. Where are the different coloured faces in toys, books and tv shows? Naomi Kissiedu-Green has Ghanaian heritage, was often asked if she was the nanny to her own children, and noticed a lack of diversity in the media our kids consume; particularly with picture books. So she decided to make her own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Travelling With Kids This Silly Season
December 10, 2017 15:03 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBAs our final Helpline for the year, Mothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue offers her best advice for long trips this holidays. From how to navigate jet lag, to keeping bub entertained and content on shorter flights. Kinderling Helpline returns on Monday January 15th 2018. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Small Children Can Learn STEM Too!
December 07, 2017 15:19 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBScience, technology, engineering and maths are all the rage now, but did you know that small children can have fun with them as well? Kinderling Producer Sally Knight chats with Jonathan Shearer, STEM educator for Museums Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Performing Arts Are Just As Important As Maths And Reading
December 07, 2017 15:13 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBBellevue Hill Public school in Sydney has an incredible performing arts program. Every second year they put on a musical, and every other year an art show. Assistant Principal Lisa Walkersmith explains why the school values the performing for all their students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Best Books To Read Your Kids This Christmas!
December 07, 2017 15:08 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBSally Zwartz is a children's book advocate with a passion for finding the most entertaining and beautifully illustrated books for kids. She tells us her favourites for this Christmas holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A New Kinderling Podcast Just For Kids (and In Time For The Summer Holidays!!)
December 06, 2017 15:46 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThe Beanies are a trio of performers who have created an amazing new 10-part podcast for children called Imagination Station. Laura and Michael talk about what you can expect from the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Do You "do" Pocket Money?
December 06, 2017 15:36 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIs pocket money a good thing for kids or not? Dr Justin Coulson parenting author and father of 6, takes us through how to do pocket money well., See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robin Barker On Anti-vaxxers
December 06, 2017 15:22 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBIn developing countries, parents flock for the opportunity to vaccinate their children against deadly diseases. In the developed world, some parents are feeling unsure about vaccinations, while others are actively campaigning against them. Respected author and former midwife Robin Barker talks about anti-vaxxers and puts it all into some historical perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kids' Health Summer Series: Essential Sun Safety Tips For The Whole Family
December 05, 2017 14:30 - 15 minutes - 14 MBSarah Hunstead from CPR Kids drops in to remind us of all the important sun safety tips this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet Pikelet: The Rescue Pooch Helping Save Dogs On Death Row
December 05, 2017 14:30 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBFamous people don't always devote their time and efforts to helping those in less fortunate positions. Instafamous Pikelet broke the mould. Pikelet and his owner Calley Gibson came in to the studio to talk about his autobiography The Extraordinary Life of Pikelet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wellness After, And During Cancer: Support For The Whole Family
December 04, 2017 14:30 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBLooking after kids is tough enough when everyone's healthy and strong. When illness is added to the mix, it's a whole other story. Dr Elysia Thornton- Benko has opened a centre called to help support people going through, and recovering from cancer treatment. She explains how the centre works, and why it's open to the entire family (not just the patient).Wellac Lifestyle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Complementary Co-parenting Makes Everyone Happier
December 04, 2017 14:30 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBLucy Good is a single Mum and founder of Beanstalk, a website supporting single Mums. She has an idea about how co-parenting can work really well, and it doesn't require sitting down to map out a particular style or even being on the same page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
December Bedlam: Staying Calm This Season
December 03, 2017 16:33 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBChristmas can be a hectic time; lots of family events, catching up with friends, and the unwrapping of presents. It's enough to send any parent into melt down. Mindfulness coach and author Amy Taylor-Kabbaz has some tips on how you can enjoy this holiday season without the stress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Fussy Eaters, Attention-seeking Toddlers And 3 Year Olds Who Won't Stay In Bed
December 03, 2017 16:17 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBOn this episode of Kinderling Helpline, Mothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue addresses questions like how to keep a 3 year old in bed at night, encouraging a palate beyond macaroni and cheese and how to stop a toddler from yelling "ouch"! all the time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rising Star Of Eloise Joo
November 30, 2017 15:14 - 7 minutes - 6.97 MBEloise Joo is 12 years old, and has already written three original songs. She chats about what inspires her to write and perform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What A Parenting "village" Would Really Look Like
November 30, 2017 15:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBEveryone knows it takes a village to raise a child, but when you really need help you might find yourself alone. Alice Duff, founder of Born by One, has an idea to rebuild the parenting village, one friendship at a time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Teach Our Children Body Confidence
November 29, 2017 13:29 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThere are so many things that will influence our child's sense of body confidence: the media, Instagram, their friends. How can we as parents instil in our children to love the skin they're in? Karen Bevan, CEO of Girl Guides Australia, gives us some tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Awesome Icy Treats For Summer With One Handed Cooks
November 29, 2017 12:51 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBJess Beaton, dietitian with One Handed Cooks, gives us through her favourite, healthy treats for summer. These include mango, kiwi and watermelon layer pops, choc-hazelnut avocado pops and leftover fruit salad icy poles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teaching Kids The Value Of Giving Back
November 28, 2017 15:25 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWith Christmas around the corner (and a pile of presents under the tree) how do we teach kids the value of giving back? Ruth Tofler-Riesel, co-director of Kids Giving Back gives us a few ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Challenge Of Managing Type 1 Diabetes In A Small Child
November 28, 2017 15:20 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBJo Ryan from Babybliss is best known for helping parents with children and babies who don't sleep well, but lately she's been helping a friend whose child was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 5 years of age. Jo talks about the challenges of managing this type of illness in a young child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Even Little Boys Need Their Mates
November 27, 2017 14:55 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBMaggie Dent is a parenting author and Mum of four boys (now grown). She says that there are many things boys learn from having strong friendships, that are important for their development and health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Healthy Food Staples Do You Need For Your Family?
November 27, 2017 14:49 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MBClinical naturopath and director of Studio You, Emma Sutherland, gives us an insight into what she always has on hand; ready to cook and eat! From chia seeds, unsalted nuts, and organic eggs, to frozen berries and homemade icy poles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Toilet Training, Discipline And Sleeping Through The Night
November 26, 2017 15:46 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBFrom giving up the bottle, to toilet training, and improving sleep routines, Mothercraft Nurse is here to help! This week we look at how to stop a defiant toddler from taking off his seatbelt and refusing to get out of the pool, and much more.ChrisMinogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Understanding The Reasons That Babies Don't Sleep
November 23, 2017 14:30 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIf ever there was a useless phrase it's "sleep like a baby". Unless of course you're referring to lots of broken sleep. Cindy Davenport is a registered midwife and the Founding Director of Safe Sleep Space. She says there are some very normal reasons why babies wake through the night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Sad Whale, A Bicycle And Blues Music: Exploring Our Latest Story Of The Week
November 23, 2017 14:30 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MBPeter Carnavas is an award-winning writer and illustrator, and Dad of two. In his first foray into humour for kids, tells the story about a whale and a bicycle. That's not really a bicycle. He explains how he came up with the idea for a story about a sad whale, and what it felt like to write his own music to go with the tale.Blue Whale Blues See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How We Talk To Kids Can Help To Stop Domestic Violence
November 23, 2017 14:30 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBDale Palmer is a former principal and ambassador for White Ribbon. He says the language we use with children, such as "don't throw like a girl" are critical in stemming the tide of domestic violence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sweet Sweet Sweet Corn (and All The Ways You Can Cook It)
November 22, 2017 14:54 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBDietitian Jess Beaton from One Handed Cooks outlines some tasty recipes with corn that your kids will love. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maggie Dent On The Biggest Challenges Facing Parents
November 22, 2017 14:52 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBThere are some parenting challenges that parents have been dealing with since time began. Babies not sleeping, toddler tantrums, cyclical germs that keep turning through the family. But parenting author Maggie Dent says that there are some that are specific to parenting today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Even Young Children Need To Be Taught Media Literacy
November 21, 2017 15:18 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBChildren are interacting with popular culture and online media from a very young age. Susan Edwards is a Professor of Early Childhood Futures at the Australian Catholic University. She argues that we need to be teaching our children what these mediums are from a very young age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Vegetable Plot On Growing Great Songs For Kids
November 21, 2017 14:53 - 13 minutes - 12 MB(AKA Aspara Gus of The Vegetable Plot) talks about his passion for vegetables, and a live event happening this weekend in Sydney. He even plays one of Shevonne Hunt's favourite songs from his vegetable themed band!LukeEscombe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Choose The Right Sunscreen For Your Child
November 20, 2017 14:44 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MBEmma Sutherland, clinical naturopath and Director of Studio You takes us through the safest sunscreen for summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Cheeky And Clever Book To Encourage Your Kids Off The IPad
November 20, 2017 14:42 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBKids these days can know how to swipe an iPhone before they turn the pages of a book. Now author Felicity McLean has created a solution, It looks like an iPad, but is so much more than that.This is a book! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teaching Kids The Value Of Money
November 20, 2017 14:40 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBGiven the way we use our cards these days, money can be invisible. So how do we teach our children the value of money? Effie Zahos, editor of Money Magazine, gives us some tips on how we can teach kids the actual value of money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Toddler And Baby Feeds, Pester Power, Pulling Hair
November 19, 2017 16:48 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBWe check in with a caller from last week who has been using Mothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue's advice and is ready to move to the next level for settling her little one. Plus we look at how to stop a toddler from hitting and pulling mums hair during play, toilet training tips for a three year old, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indigenous Stories For Kids That Encourage Inner Strength
November 16, 2017 14:56 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MBOur new Story of the Week is Caterpillar and Butterfly by Ambelin Kwaymullina. Ambelin explains the influence storytelling had on her childhood, and how she brings new stories to life through her children's picture books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Playground Ideas: Exploring The Wonder And Simplicity Of Play
November 16, 2017 14:47 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB"Play is a child's most important work", or so the saying goes. , CEO of non-profit believes this quote whole heartedly, and spends his time making it a reality for children around the world. He explains how children in both the developing, and the developed world can benefit from the simple act of play.MarcusVeermanPlayground Ideas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Kowalski On The Same Sex Marriage 'Yes' Verdict
November 14, 2017 17:20 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBOlympic swimming medallist Daniel Kowalski has been campaigning for the Yes campaign since February this year. He says that the result shows that the issue doesn't discriminate against postcodes - it's something the majority of Australians from across the nation want to see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Speaking Out About Postnatal Depression In Men
November 14, 2017 17:14 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBOne in ten Australian men will suffer from postnatal depression after their baby is born.Israel is a spokesperon for Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA), and he shares his personal experience with postnatal depression. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kids' Health Summer Series: Myth Busting Bluebottle Stings, Poisonous Jellyfish, And Ocean Dangers
November 14, 2017 15:17 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBSummer is an awesome time of the year with children, it's easier to get outside and who doesn't love a good sand castle? But summer comes with it's own "nasties"- mosquito bites, blue bottle stings, sand flies (to name a few). Sarah Hunstead from CPR Kids tells us how we can treat these stings and bites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Exploring The Benefits Of Community Work For Kids
November 14, 2017 15:09 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBCEO of Girl Guides Australia Karen Bevan talks about the many things that kids get out of connecting with, and helping their local... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What The "yes" Result Means For Rainbow Families
November 14, 2017 14:58 - 6 minutes - 6.34 MBPrime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has vowed to make same sex marriage legal by Christmas. Matt Howard, father of two and co-chair of Rainbow Families, talks about what the survey result means for Rainbow Families- both symbolically and practically. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Eating Together Is Good For Everyone
November 13, 2017 14:30 - 11 minutes - 11 MBMandy dos Santos is a children's book author and nutritionist. She believes that eating together as a family is good for social skills and... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Recognise Post Natal Depression Or Anxiety
November 13, 2017 14:30 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBWhen you're sleep deprived and on the steep learning curve of early parenthood it can be hard to tell if you're not coping. Terri Smith, CEO of Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia tells us what to look out for in ourselves and loved ones, and how to get help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Breastfeeding, Cow's Milk, Sleep Routines
November 12, 2017 15:23 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBFrom breastfeeding bites, to switching to cow's milk, to improving sleep routines, Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue is here to help! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Classical Music Can Help Sick Children
November 09, 2017 17:20 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MBThe Sydney Symphony Orchestra have started doing small concerts in children's hospitals in partnership with the Starlight Children's Foundation. Director of Learning and Engagement at the SSO Linda Lorenza tells us about why classical music can have a big impact on children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How The Same Sex Marriage Survey Impacted A Single Mum
November 09, 2017 17:13 - 9 minutes - 8.56 MBHolly Zwalf is a single Mum and part of the queer community. As we wait for the final results of the survey, she explains its impact on her and her village. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.