ParentTalk# with Bev
76 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago -A Black mum's voice on parenting with guest interviews and special appearances from Bella da cat! Episodes share insights, and more, on this journey called parenting. Whatever stage you are at.
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Episode 4: University Student's Renting: My dilemma
June 24, 2023 00:00 - 58 minutes - 106 MBDid you know you need to be a UK homeowner to act as guarantor for you child's rent outside of halls of residents? In Bristol you do! I never knew it was an issue until now. Low income families with bright children going to university be aware. Starting a degree is not the issue but continuing to the end can be the challenge. Links below for more research so you can be prepared or campaign for change. Links for further reading: https://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/oct/29/p...
Episode 3: What is H.E.A.R ? Why we should know about it?
April 01, 2023 00:00 - 25 minutes - 47.3 MBDo you know what a H.EA.R. is? Nor did I. If you have children at university or going to university you should know about this. Found out about it while helping a student. Sharing experiences help us to support our children and our communities better. Warning!! Death by suicide mentioned. Websites mentioned; www.open.ac.uk/study/credit-transfer and www.oiahe.org.uk. Reach out if you want to be a guest on the podcast. Contact email for guests is [email protected]
Episode 2: Handling Incident at School
February 23, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 48.6 MBSharing my response to an incident a Year 7 mother is facing with her daughter's new secondary school. Nipping things in the bud early is key. Schools keep written records, even an email is a record, so parents need to do the same. What could/should we ask the school to do? Can we use role play at home to help our children practice how they respond to help them survive? Instagram: Bevparenttalk Email. [email protected]
Episode 1: Parents v Grandparents: The struggle is real
January 20, 2023 00:00 - 39 minutes - 72.1 MBWhen it comes to grandparents and our children are parents always between a rock and a hard place? A nan's comment, to her grandchild, led to a lengthy conversation between me and her mum. This podcast is some of my reflections on the struggles, questions and tensions of a complex relationships with our parents in this new grandparent role. How do we find the courage to tell our parents they are wrong? How do we teach our children to be who they are but respectfully? Do we hear an...
Episode 17: Parenting for the long haul
January 12, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 49 MBThis was the last unpublished podcast for 2022 reflecting on how we might deal with the long journey of parenting. Like others, over the past twenty years, I have had to find my way over and my journey is not finished. I sometimes have felt crushed, in this space, but share some things that might help us to cope a little more on our pathways.
Episode 16: Christmas Alone
December 24, 2022 00:00 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBChristmas season 2022 can be the lonely for so many reasons. Parents, or anyone alone at this time can seem hopeless. Is that true? What might we learn from loneliness? How might we share what's really important? May we find joy in the simple things and gain hope for our tomorrows. Blessed Holidays All!
Episode 15: State verses Independent/Private Schools Part 2 of 2
December 22, 2022 00:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBA "nitty gritty" final part of our discussion on the topic. Do more Black teachers need to apply to teach in these places? Shouldn't different cultures be in these spaces to show the world is a wider place? Is it all about networking rather than education? Listen as each guest leaves a word of wisdom/advice or encouragement for us all.
Episode 14: State verses Independent /Private Schools Part 1 of 2
December 19, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 88.4 MBI am joined in this discussion by teachers, support staff, parents and a student talking about a Black experience in Independent/Private Schools. Why did we send our children to boarding schools? Is it the right thing to do? Are independent/private schools better environments for our children? Listen as we talk about pros, cons, racism and much more.
Episode 13: Cost of Living - Impact for some families (P1)
November 04, 2022 00:00 - 30 minutes - 55.8 MBParenting is a juggling 'act' for many of us. We often hide our struggles, but parents are speaking more about the impact of this topic, on them and their children, triggering this episode. I am sharing a few examples and five sources where help can be found in the UK. Listen and share for the betterment of our parenting communities as together we can be stronger. Organisations mentioned; (CAB) www.citizensadvice.org.uk, Shelter www.shelter.org.uk, Christians against poverty CAP...
Episode 12: Two Black Mothers Chat
October 26, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBThe controversial use of the N word by a white pupil, at my friends school, triggered a conversation between 2 black mothers. Why is it when our kids are the victims we can find ourselves being called the 'bully'? This and much more in this episode. Akala addressing the N word you tube clip I hold no copyright to this clip and share for reference of how he addressed the question. https://youtu.be/D_U8XLDFZnY @Parenttalkwithbev
Episode 11: Off to University 2022 Part 1
September 06, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 77.5 MBThis podcast is part 1 of 2. This one focuses on degree and accommodation choices. A parents involvement hopefully sharing some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view. Share your questions or stories by reaching out to [email protected]
Episode 11: Off to University 2022 Part 2
September 06, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 71.2 MBThis podcast is part 2 of 2 and focuses on student finance, student bank accounts and eight tips I found useful when supporting my eldest through her three years of studying at Uni. Now my youngest is off to university. So here we go again. Some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view. Share your questions or stories by reaching out to email: [email protected]
Episode 10: Google is my 'Friend': Abandonment issues
August 24, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 62.1 MBWhat does Google 'say' about abandonment? How might this show up in our lives and in our parenting? Tongue in cheek maybe, but how many of us turn to Google to search for answers?
Episode 9: Men Hurt Too
August 17, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBA dad: Elliotte, shares how domestic violence impacted his early life and how he is trying to heal for his own mental well being and his family's sake. CALL 01823 334244 Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence https://www.mankind.org.uk; https://www.mensharelisteninggroup.co.uk for 18+ Childline: 0800 1111 Interview with Teddy link https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Wsln9yWJAt1ES9DU3P5GH?si=I7E5lsAOQd-Oy84OLl5J_A&utm_source=whatsapp
Episode 8: New Mums: 'Superwoman syndrome'
August 05, 2022 00:00 - 10 minutes - 34.9 MBWe sometimes think we can do it all. Can we? Should we? Listen as I try to encourage my friends on their new journey of motherhood & parenthood. What is the new strength? Why don't you listen, find out and share?
Episode 7: Safeguarding: A chat with a parent
May 21, 2022 00:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MBEavesdrop on a chat with a parent called 'Star' about safeguarding and bullying focused on some UK schools. You might be shocked by some of the content but different experiences may tend to do that. Have a note pad ready to take note of ideas that might help someone out there. Is there really a difference between schools? What power do we have as parents? Instagram:@bevparenttalk Web: www.parenttalkwithbev.com Email: [email protected]
Episode 6: Children's Safety Part 1
April 08, 2022 00:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBA Black mum sharing her thoughts and nine tips around keeping her children safe. Episode recorded June 2021 but still relevant.
Episode 5: Surviving Trauma in Childhood Part 2
March 21, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 127 MBA mature mother continues to share surviving her mother's abuse throughout her secondary school life. Social services and the systems in place failed to protect her. She shares how it's never too late to get justice and to heal. Organisations for support are available at www.mind.org.uk including counselling and therapy. Childline 0800 1111 for 18 year olds and under The Samaritans 116 123 free phone to reach out for help.
Episode 4: Surviving Trauma in Childhood Part 1
March 14, 2022 00:00 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBListen to my guest speaker as she shares her experience of surviving her mother's abuse: mental, physical and spiritual. This is NOT comfortable listening but an experience shared to help others. Organisations and support available from www.mind.org.uk The Samaritans 116123 (free helpline) Childline 08001111 for 18 year olds and under
Episode 3: Sad & Stuck BUT it's 2022
January 22, 2022 00:00 - 14 minutes - 27 MBA Black British mother speaks on dealing with her sadness over recent months. It's ok to feel sad. We all do but it is a New Year, a fresh start with hope for new things.
Episode 2: Dr Janet Goodall- Wanting the best for our children
October 18, 2021 00:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBAn interview from late July 2021 with Dr Janet Goodall speaking about parental engagement with our children's learning. Dr Goodall is an education expert focused on the parent's voice and our inclusion with school when it comes to our children's learning. Gems though-out the interview so take a break and gain some insights. instagram: bevparenttalk www.parenttalkwithbev.com
Episode 1: Off to University Tips
September 28, 2021 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBBack after a break with 10 Tips provided by Dr Dom Thompson et al sent to me by a fellow parent. Also my own tips and recent experience shared for your listening. www.parenttalkwithbev.com instagram: bevparenttalk
Episode 20: Ep 20 Bad Mum or Good Mum
June 24, 2021 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBReflections on whether I am a Bad or Good Mum regarding my decisions, and specifically in this podcast, related to giving my children the MMR jab. As parents we will come across this 'label' of being a Bad or Good mum often. I am just sharing how I dealt with mine.
Episode 12: Ep18 My eldest at university (Part 1)
June 01, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBA conversation recorded October 2020. Listen to our conversation covering; not getting into the university of her choice, missing each other and excitements and challenges of branching out! A loving conversation of encouragement. Enjoy.
Episode 11: Ep 17 Power in the word No
May 26, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBHow do we manage the No's with our children?
Episode 11: Ep 16 The Brave Project
May 18, 2021 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBMeet, Social entrepreneur, Donelle Grant a 39-year-old mother and the founder of The Brave project community interest company; a non-profit suicide prevention and wellbeing service, for BAME boys and young men. The Brave project creates and promotes culturally appropriate mental health awareness campaigns, that influence change and provide wellbeing workshops, services, and support for BAME boys and young men. Please see her social media details below: Facebook page - The Brave proj...
Episode 11: Ep 15 Podcast Birthday-
May 12, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MBA brief celebration marking the one year birthday of this podcast! A thought became a real idea that is now a reality. What 's new and next? Listen and find out.
Episode 10: Ep14 Multitasking Mum shares
May 05, 2021 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBChioma, a parent within the ParentPowerSouthLondon group, joins me to to share some of her passions and some shared family experiences. Raising 2 boys and passionate about parenting. A Youth Practitioner, who runs parenting workshops is passionate about mental health, anti-racism, technology and who is in the final stages of publishing her first book! Multi tasking or what! Follow her on Instagram @chioma.theparenting power My instagram @bevparenttalk My Email: parenttalkwithbev@g...
Episode 10: MH Ep3 Mental Health is real
April 28, 2021 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBJoin Jess Mookherjee and me as we talk about why mental health is a passion of ours especially during this time of Covid-19. We are both a part of South London Covid-19 Mental ill Health Prevention Taskforce because we care about the potential fall out for communities and people who are already struggling. Power to change is one conversation at a time. It's not a heavy discussion and there are pearls of wisdom throughout. Jess is a Consultant in Public Health, Public Health Kent....
Episode 10: Ep 12 A Father speaks on ...
April 21, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBJoined by a father, TeddyHoggle or Dom (as I know him) talking 'bout nuff tings. He is getting married in May 2021 but we had some time to talk on rising children with special educational needs, parenting in separation, Anime and black male mental health. A fellow podcaster focused on Anime you can follow him on Spotify and Anchor.fm/teddy-hoggle My Instagram: bevparenttalk Email: [email protected]
Episode 10: Ep 12
April 21, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBJoined by a father, TeddyHoggle or Dom (as I know him) talking 'bout nuff tings. He is getting married in May 2021 but we had some time to talk on rising children with special educational needs, parenting in separation, Anime and black male mental health. A fellow podcaster focused on Anime you can follow him on Spotify and Anchor.fm/teddy-hoggle My Instagram: bevparenttalk Email: [email protected]
Episode 10: Ep 11 Transformational Mother speaks
April 13, 2021 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBA mother, Neusa Catoja, speaks about moving from depression to becoming a Transformational Guru. Real gems and insights that have inspired me and others. Hope this podcast inspires you too. Her instagram: Iamneusacatoja My instagram: bevparenttalk Email: [email protected]
Episode 9: Ep10 "The Talk" about Sex
March 31, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBNatasja Visser, a specialist coach & counsellor, joins me in conversation today. When is the right time to have "The Talk" about Sex with our children? Parents you will be encouraged. That is all I am saying. Natasja's website is https://letsexplain.org Her Youtube channel is Let'S Explain by Natasja Visser. Go check it out! instagram@bevparenttalk Email: [email protected]
Episode 9: Ep 9 Youth Safety Talk with my daughter
March 23, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBYouth Safety is it still relevant? Listen as my 17 year old gives her views. Feeling lucky we manage to capture it! Do you think its a conversation we should still have with our young people? instagram: @bevparenttalk email: [email protected]
Episode 8: Ep8 Youth Safety - is it still relevant?
March 17, 2021 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBJoined by some parents talking about the relevance to us and ours. Is it time for a more centralised universal parent support? Is that a Parent Commissioner for London at the GLA to amplify & advocate for parent voices? To find out more about community organising visit Citizensuk.org https://www.citizensuk.org My instagram bevparenttalk Email: [email protected] Website: www.parenttalkwithbev.com (available soon)
Episode 7: Ep 7 A mum talks about her charity: Beleveuk.org
March 11, 2021 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBFantastic and insightful interview with Marsha Powell, a mother, who set up a charity focused on girls! This is worth a listen even if you don't have daughters. www.beleveuk.org A fantastic programmes supporting parents. Charities for boys - Westside Young Leaders Academy https://www.nabss.org.uk/westside-young-leaders-academy SouthSide Young Leaders Academy- https://syla.org.uk Eastside Young Leaders Academy - https://www.eyla.org.uk My instagram @bevparenttalk My Email: paren...
Episode 8: Ep7 9 Tips for your mental well-being
March 06, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBThanks for the workshop:Parent Wellbeing with Forbes Parent Coach - Chioma Fanawop this morning. There was a lot of information and fun activities. Here are 9 tips Chioma highlighted. Try one to help your well-being. Let me know how you get on. instagram: bevparenttalk email: [email protected]
Episode 7: Ep 6 Words matter or do they?
March 04, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWords rarely spoken can become the words we seek to hear. Now that can lead us to all manner of tings! Listen while I share my story around words. Instagram @bevparenttalk Email: [email protected]
Episode 6: Child-Adult Part 2
February 24, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBJoined by a mother talking about her 'Child-Adult' & the contract. Lots of gems to take away. Enjoy. Any parent wishing to share their stories please email: [email protected]
Episode 5: Universal Credit: for our 18-24 year olds
February 18, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBHave you got 18-24 year olds in your house seeking Universal Credit a UK Benefit? Listen to "Tanya" giving some general advice and letting young entrepreneurs know of some help that maybe out there for them. Technical sound issues but gets better @(4.10) so keep listening. Any questions please contact [email protected] Instagram @bevparenttalk
Episode 4: Bella da Cat
February 10, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBBelladaCat? What's that got to do with parenting? Listen and find out. you can follow her on instagram @Belladagreat Lol
Episode 3: Child Adult at Home
February 03, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBPart 1 of a Black British mother talking about what you do with a 'child adults' living in your yard? Instagram @bevparenttalk
Episode 2: Ep1:Parenting in Separation
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 58.2 MBI found a Parenting Together Letter in my downloads so sharing it along with my experience & thoughts on it. If you want a copy of it reach out to [email protected]
Mental Health-Self Care
January 19, 2021 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBBlack mother talking about Mental Self Care; vision boards, exercise and getting rid of negative thoughts. support available from www.talkcounsellingservices.com Contact Tel:07933968887
Episode 21: Did I want my children?
December 15, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBPlanned, accident or surprise? Remember children talk and if you tell them they're a mistake their self worth can be affected.
Episode 21: Message for my daughters
December 10, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBTrying to influence daughters on who they should love never works. This is a message encouraging them to hopefully look beneath the surface. The list comes around 25 minutes in (LOL).
Episode 20: Blended Families: Do we really prepare for this?
November 26, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBA Black mother suddenly thinking:- how do we ever really deal with being part of a blended family? How do we create spaces where we can have conversations, with our children, about how to relate to external siblings/new 'mums'/new 'dads'? How might we create some balance? All questions any suggestions?
Episode 19: Healing Spaces
November 20, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBA Black mother talking about Mental Health, a Listening campaign, Healing conversations between men and women,Parenting in a new way and trying to be real.
How do I raise concerns with my child's school
November 13, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBThis podcast addresses the first hurdle so that you can get positive results. Reach out sharing your experiences, hurdles and successes. Together we can learn.
UK second Lockdown 2020: Are schools planning to close again?
November 11, 2020 21:52 - 24 minutes - 17 MBAllegedly schools have been informed to put all their curriculums online by 9th December 2020? What does this mean? Will schools close again? Should I be worried?