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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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Episodes
May The 4th Be With You: How Star Wars Can Teach Your Kids Valuable Lessons
May 03, 2017 19:14 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MBfrom ACMI joined us to talk about how Star Wars can help kids develop their screen literacy skills, and striking the balance between etnertainment as pure enjoyemnt and using entertainment as tools for learning.Arieh Offman See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When Should You Get A Second Medical Opinion?
May 02, 2017 18:36 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBSarah Hunstead from CPR Kids takes us through when, and how to get a second medical opinion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Do If You Suspect Your Child Is Being Bullied
May 02, 2017 18:27 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBPsychologist and co-author of the Resilience Triple P program Dr Karyn Healy gives us her tips on how to tell if your child is being bullied and what to do about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Parents Are Fighting For The Home Doctor Service
May 02, 2017 18:24 - 4 minutes - 4.62 MBThis federal budget the Home Doctor Service is "under review". This has made some people nervous, including Acting Executive Director of The Parenthood Nicole Lessio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Courtney Adamo On Choosing A Slower Life With Her Family
May 01, 2017 18:06 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBLiving in London, working and having a Nanny was not what wanted from life, so she packed up her four children (and husband) and traveled the world. It's not always been easy, but for Courtney, it's been worth it.Courtney Adamo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tracey Spicer On Getting Naked In The Public Eye
May 01, 2017 18:04 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn the reveals the pressure she was under to be a television newsreader. She talks to presenter Shevonne Hunt about pregnancy discrimination, parenthood and exposing her real self to the public.Good Girl Stripped Bare Tracey Spicer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Cutting Down On Night Feeds, Sleep Ins, Naps And Wriggling Babies
April 30, 2017 18:10 - 9 minutes - 8.66 MBMothercraft Nurse Chris Minogue points parents in the right direction in this episode by helping a 7 month old eat better during the day (so they need less feeding at night), how to dress a wriggly 11 month old and how much awake time a 9 month old should have before nap time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah Hanson-Young On Why Commercial TV Needs To Keep Aussie Kids' Shows
April 30, 2017 18:04 - 7 minutes - 6.67 MBChildren are watching their TV shows on streaming services and cable, and commercial TV is struggling to stay viable. So why is Greens Senator Sarah-Hanson Young calling for commercial TV to keep their Australian kids content quotas? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parent Panel: Bringing Babies To Work, Sugar, Funny Fixes For Feuding Siblings
April 27, 2017 17:18 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week Kinderling's own Jason Treuen and Sarah Hunstead of CPR Kids, delve into topics like kids who drive cars,bringing babies to work, and how to deal with feuding siblings in the funniest way possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Entertainer Peter Combe On His New Album, And How He Still Loves His Job After 35 Years
April 26, 2017 17:41 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBMany parents know Peter Combe's songs as well as their children, and not just because they've been on rotation. After 35 years of writing and performing music for children Peter explains why he still loves what he does. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robin Barker On The First Few Weeks With A New Baby
April 26, 2017 17:29 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBMost parents have a moment when they are about to leave the hospital when they stop and quietly freak out. How do you look after a new born? Robin Barker gives her tips on getting through the first few weeks and months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mindfulness For Parents; A Simple Book That Could Change Your Life
April 25, 2017 18:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBIt might sound like a buzz word, but there is a lot of science that says mindfulness can help us be more content. And parents, well, we could do with some calm amongst the chaos right? Dr Diana Korevaar has written a book just for us, it's called and she says it will help you take control of your life.Mindfulness for Mums and Dads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Do With Deep Wounds
April 25, 2017 17:59 - 7 minutes - 7.35 MBWe know. Yuck. Who wants to think about deep wounds? But it's good to be prepared right? Sarah Hunstead from CPR Kids explains, in a calm and considered way, how to look after a wound if your child hurts themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wonderhub: A New Way To Work With Kids
April 25, 2017 17:00 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBWe've all heard the expression "working from home" but it's hard when you've got the kids with you. Enter Camilla Goucher, co creator of The Wonder Hub. It's a co-working concept that aims to help people combine work and family life in a more efficient way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teaching Children About Indigenous Culture With Performer Darren Compton
April 24, 2017 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBPerformer Darren Compton, one of the founders of the Muggera dancers, explains why educating children about tradition and Indigenous culture is so integral to the work he does all over the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Democratic Learning: Should Children Be Allowed To Choose What And How They Learn?
April 24, 2017 16:00 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBJust what is democratic learning?from Where The Books Are, an organisation that aims to empower children through books, chatted to Shevonne Hunt about just that. Jesse Fulcher See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Creative-play Expert Explains Why Playing Is The Most Important Part Of Child Development
April 23, 2017 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.69 MBDanish play expert Hanne Boutrup believes that Lego is one of the best materials for play and discovery. Hanne was recently in Australia for NSW World's Biggest Playgroup and took time to chat about the benefits of play for kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline Highlights: Chris' Best Advice From 2017 So Far
April 23, 2017 16:30 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBMothercraft nurse Chris Minogue has given some stellar advice for parents over the last three months. From fussy eating, to misbehaving toddlers and independent v.s. dependent sleep association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Save Time And Cook One Family Meal
April 23, 2017 15:07 - 6 minutes - 6.11 MBColes food editor Emma Bruz gives her easy tips for making one meal that the whole family can enjoy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parent Panel: Sick Kids In Daycare, Teenage Parents, And Teaching Your Kids About Anzac Day
April 20, 2017 16:58 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBGraphic designer Beck Feiner and author nutritionist Amie Harper dissect the week that was, with a cheeky dash of their own parenting LOLs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Girls Need Our Help Now
April 19, 2017 18:37 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBis possibly best known for his book , but after 30 years of concentrating on helping boys, he says it's our girls who now need our attention.Steve BiddulphRaising Boys See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Help Centre For New Parents? Pippa Campbell Made The Dream A Reality
April 19, 2017 16:58 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBWith a motto like 'practical strategies for gaining sanity and serenity' Melbourne is set to welcome its first parental paradise 'The Nests'. Founder Pippa Campbell explains the project and how it will help new parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Does A Politician Have To Say About Vaccinations, Herd Immunity, And Day Care
April 18, 2017 19:16 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MBWith vaccination a hot button topic, Federal Minister for Education, Simon Birmingham, dropped by to chat about his experiences with daycare and vaccinations with his own children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inspiring Craft Ideas With Illustrator Lucie Billingsley
April 18, 2017 19:13 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBRun out of projects to do with the kids? Crafty Mum extraordinaire Lucie Billingsley takes us through some inspiring ideas on what you can do with your kids that won't cost a bomb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Identifying Ear Infections
April 18, 2017 17:02 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBCPR Kids' Sarah Hunstead tells us what ear infections are, how they look and what to do if you think your child has one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Working Mums Are A Good Investment
April 17, 2017 17:36 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBWe hear plenty of stories about how starting a family works against a woman's career, but what about when it works in her favour? from talks about the benefits that working parents bring to a business.Prue GilbertThe Grace Papers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Do We Sing Lullabies?
April 17, 2017 16:52 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBDo you sing your child to sleep? Dr Anita Collins is a researcher in the area of music education and cognitive development. She takes us through what's happening between parent and child when you sing a lullaby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can Cartoons Really Be Educational?
April 16, 2017 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBWe'd like to think so, right? Just to feel less guilty? Jo Boag is the Creative Director at SLR Productions, she directed the animated series . She talks about working in children's animation, and how to tell if something is really educational.Guess How Much I Love You See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Benefits Of Teaching Young Kids How To Surf
April 13, 2017 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBTamati Tapara has started a surf school on the NSW Central Coast. He's teaching children as young as five how to surf, and says that it's the perfect extra curricular activity for kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Joys Of Traveling With Kids
April 13, 2017 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBBlogger Kristen Toovey loves going on holidays with her kids. Kind of. Here she takes us through the "joys" of traveling with kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling Helpline: Easter Special
April 12, 2017 19:19 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBFor this Easter special, Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue covers controlling chocolate intake, staying in routine even while holidaying, how to manage visiting family with a new baby, and sleep in winter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Five Tips To Make Your Road Trip More Pleasant
April 12, 2017 18:10 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MBDeborah Dickson-Smith from Out and About With Kids gives us her top five tips for making a road trip enjoyable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Winter Fashion Tips With Amelia McFarlane From Colour Me In Styling
April 12, 2017 18:08 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBAs the days get colder most people reach for their black and grey basics. Amelia loves a splash of colour, hear her tips on how to bring new life to your wardrobe this autumn and winter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kinderling's Ultimate Road Trip Soundtrack With Yumi Stynes
April 12, 2017 18:01 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBKinderling DJ Lorna Clarkson compiled four perfect mixes for your next road trip, and TV Host Yumi Stynes dropped by with her own soundtracks for long family drives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From unitards to children's books: the story of a little lost fox
April 12, 2017 01:53 - 8 minutes - 7.95 MBStav spent 13 years as one of the front men in rock band Bluejuice. Now he has released an e-book, Elliot Foxley, about a little lost fox who finds his way home. It’s a sweet yet complex story about finding your place in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building Strong Family Relationships Through Positive Parenting
April 11, 2017 20:20 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThere are plenty of different approaches to parenting, but PPP (the Positive Parenting Program) has over 30 years of research behind it. Founder Matt Sanders, Professor of Clinical Psychology, takes us through the basics of how it works See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Deal With Allergic Reactions
April 11, 2017 20:10 - 6 minutes - 6.45 MBAllergies have been on the rise for the last decade, and it can be frightening not knowing what they might react to. Sarah Hunstead, CEO of CPR Kids, takes us through what to look out for, and what to do if our kids have an allergic reaction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.