Kiind Conversations

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Kiind understands what it’s like to be raising a child with disability or a developmental concern. You’re thrust into a new world of complete unknowns, and it’s up to you, the carer, to find the answers. We’re here to help make that journey easier for you. With each episode, podcast host and Peer Navigator Lead, Teresa will be diving into a topic relevant to your family’s lives with the help of our team and guest speakers. Our goal is to help you access the information you need to support your child and family, no matter where you are. We invite you to join Kiind Conversations with us.

Episodes

  1. Grief and positive acceptance of diagnosis with Lucy Moran

    17/09/2025

    Grief and positive acceptance of diagnosis with Lucy Moran

    We’re back in the studio with Teresa and Pauline for an episode that is a bit different from the topics we've covered recently. This time, we’re joined by Clinical Psychologist and former Kiind team member, Lucy Moran, to talk about the grief many parents and carers experience when their child receives a diagnosis of a disability or chronic health condition. Lucy is passionate about supporting people to create positive change. With experience across private practice, government health services, and the disability sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. Alongside Kiind Conversations host, Teresa and Hospital Support Officer, Pauline, Lucy explores how receiving a diagnosis can bring feelings of grief and change for families in different ways. Join Teresa, Pauline, and Lucy as they share practical strategies to support parents and carers on their journey of grief and positive acceptance.   ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of grief and other sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs support, links and contacts for mental health resources can be found in ⁠⁠Kiind’s Useful Organisations Directory⁠.   ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠⁠   Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠ Kiind Snapshot - Low-cost mental health and counselling support Chelsea Psychology Kiind Snapshot - Looking after you Carer Gateway Kiind’s hospital support program Mental health treatment plans Social model of disability Kiind's Virtual MyTime Parent Link Kiind Families Facebook Network Episode 2: Mastering Medical Literacy with Kiind Peer Navigators ⁠⁠Episode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander Ten children's books that embrace disability and inclusion ⁠What's on activity and event guide Young Carers - Carers WA Supporting Siblings in a Family of Challenging Behaviours: A Guide by Kiind Become a Kiind member   📌 Find out more: Kiind 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠⁠   🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you. We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

    1h 22m
  2. What does best practice mean? With Dr Mei'en Lim from CliniKids

    01/07/2025

    What does best practice mean? With Dr Mei'en Lim from CliniKids

    We’ve teamed up with CliniKids once again for another episode of Kiind Conversations! In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Mei’en Lim, Clinical Lead in Clinical Psychology at CliniKids. Dr Mei’en Lim brings over a decade of experience supporting children and families through her work in hospitals, universities, and private practice. She has presented both locally and internationally, and is passionate about helping families understand and access evidence-based support. Mei’en joins host, Teresa and Peer Navigator, Sharon to explore what 'evidence-based ' actually means, and why it matters when raising a child with disability. They unpack how parents and carers can spot quality supports, use evidence-based strategies in everyday life, and feel more confident in the decisions they make. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been navigating it for a while, this episode offers practical advice and expert insight to support you and your family.   ⁠⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠⁠   Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed: ⁠⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠ Google Scholar Kiind Families Facebook Network CliniKids Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement and Regulation (JASPER) therapy CliniKids⁠ Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) CliniKids ⁠Secret Agent Society (SAS) Book a CliniKids consultation ⁠Kiind’s information and resources ⁠Raising Children Network CliniKids puts the ‘evidence’ in evidence-based practice systemic review ⁠Episode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander   📌 Find out more: Kiind 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠hello@kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠ 📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠   CliniKids 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠clinikids.thekids.org.au⁠ 📧 Contact: ⁠⁠⁠clinikids.reception@thekids.org.au⁠ 📱 Facebook: ⁠CliniKidsAustralia⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠clinikidsaustralia⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠CliniKids⁠ 📽️ YouTube: ⁠CliniKids⁠   🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you. We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideas for other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

    47 min
  3. Developing differently with Marie Rodatz from CliniKids

    04/06/2025

    Developing differently with Marie Rodatz from CliniKids

    We’re back with a new episode of Kiind Conversations! In this episode, we’re joined by Marie Rodatz, Clinical Leadin Occupational Therapy at CliniKids. With over 20 years of experience supporting children with developmental differences, Marie brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for families. Marie sits down with our host Teresa, and Peer NavigatorSharon to answer some of the most common questions parents and carers have when they’re concerned about their child’s development. From recognising early signs of developmental difference to knowing what steps to take next, Marie shares practical tips that support not just your child, but the needs of the whole family. Whether you're just starting to look for answers or arefurther along in your journey, this episode is filled with useful insights, encouragement and support. ⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠   Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tipscovered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed: Bluey episode - Baby Race Guide to neuro-affirming language ⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠ Kiind’s information and resources Raising Children Network Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) - What to expect at certain ages Episode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander Ngala Financial supports for parents and carers Chronic Disease Management Plan Mental Health Care Plan Perth Kids Hub Five inclusive playgroups in WA Episode 1: Preparing for the new school year with Kiind Peer Navigators Connect with Parent Link Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) Secret Agent Society (SAS) CliniSibs   📌 Find out more:   Kiind 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.kiind.com.au⁠⁠ 📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠hello@kiind.com.au⁠⁠ 📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠   CliniKids 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠clinikids.thekids.org.au 📧 Contact: ⁠⁠clinikids.reception@thekids.org.au 📱 Facebook: CliniKidsAustralia 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠clinikidsaustralia 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠CliniKids 📽️ YouTube: CliniKids   🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you. We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

    50 min
  4. Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander

    07/05/2025

    Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander

    We’re back with a brand-new episode of Kiind Conversations, and this one’s extra special as we welcome our very first guest, Rachel Callander! Rachel is an acclaimed speaker, author, and artist who draws on her lived experience to help families, healthcare professionals, and therapy providers build strong, collaborative partnerships. In this episode, Rachel joins Kiind Conversations host, Teresa and Peer Navigator, Sharon to explore the power of positive language and provide tips to help families build strong, supportive relationships with their child’s medical and therapy teams. Along the way, Rachel also shares some heartfelt personal stories and practical tips to help parents and carers advocate for the needs of their whole family.   ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of grief, medical distress, and discriminatory language, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs support, links and contacts for mental health resources can be found in ⁠Kiind’s Useful Organisations Directory.   ⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.   Below, you'll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in the episode: ⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠ Super Power Kids Project ⁠Video: Kiind’s Essential Tips for Managing Support & Records for Your Child with Disability Rachel's Empowering Questions Framework What's on activity and event guide   📌 Find out more: 🌐 Website: ⁠www.kiind.com.au⁠ 📧 Contact us: ⁠hello@kiind.com.au⁠ 📱 Facebook: ⁠Kiind⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠@kiind.au⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Kiind⁠   🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you. We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

    54 min
  5. Mastering Medical Literacy with Kiind Peer Navigators

    12/03/2025

    Mastering Medical Literacy with Kiind Peer Navigators

    In this episode of Kiind Conversations, host Teresa sits down with Kiind Peer Navigators, Pauline and Helen to help you build medical literacy and better understand the health system. From preparing for appointments to advocating for your child’s care, this discussion is packed with valuable insights to support you along your journey.   Click here to download the episode transcript.   Below, you'll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in the episode: Kiind’s Hospital Support Program Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session Video: Kiind’s Essential Tips for Managing Support & Records for Your Child with Disability Kiind’s Emergency Care Plan Kiind’s Useful Organisations Directory Magic Coat App Health Consumers Council Aishwarya’s CARE Call Care Opinion Child and Family Liaison Service at PCH PCH Social Stories Interpreter services at PCH   📌 Find out more: 🌐 Website: www.kiind.com.au 📧 Contact us: hello@kiind.com.au 📱 Facebook: Kiind 📸 Instagram: @kiind.au 💼 LinkedIn: Kiind   ⚠️ Important Notice: Under the Surveillance Devices Act 2004 and the Health Services Act 2016 (WA), patients, carers, relatives, contractors, and visitors must not use cameras, mobile phones, video recorders, or any other image-capturing devices on WA health premises without prior approval and the consent of all identifiable individuals. 🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you. We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideas for other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

    48 min

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Kiind understands what it’s like to be raising a child with disability or a developmental concern. You’re thrust into a new world of complete unknowns, and it’s up to you, the carer, to find the answers. We’re here to help make that journey easier for you. With each episode, podcast host and Peer Navigator Lead, Teresa will be diving into a topic relevant to your family’s lives with the help of our team and guest speakers. Our goal is to help you access the information you need to support your child and family, no matter where you are. We invite you to join Kiind Conversations with us.