Parenting With...

Krystal Burrell

Parenting can be beautiful. It can also be messy, exhausting, heartbreaking and healing, often all in the same day. Hosted by Krystal Burrell, a trauma and attachment specialist, mum of three, kui of one and aunty to many, this podcast explores the real stories behind family life. From the everyday wins and worries to the deeper impact of trauma, connection and the systems that shape parenting, no topic is off limits in Parenting With... Often joined by her daughter, Harmony Hanover, who is also navigating parenthood, the pair offer a rare and deeply personal perspective on whānau, connection and healing across generations. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, grandparent or part of a wider village, Parenting With... is a place to feel seen, supported and inspired.

Episodes

  1. 5 days ago

    Parenting With a Chronic Illness - Part 1

    How do you show up for your tamariki when your own body is struggling to keep up? In this deeply personal episode, Harmony Hanover turns the microphone on her mum, Krystal Burrell, as they explore the realities of parenting while living with a chronic illness. Together they unpack the daily challenges, the guilt that so many parents carry, the relentless negative self-talk, and the constant tug-of-war between your values, your health and your desire to be a reliable, consistent parent. An honest, compassionate kōrero for parents navigating chronic illness, and for the whānau who love and support them.

  2. 17 July

    Parenting with Disabilities - Part 3

    What does a typical day really look like when you're parenting a child with severe disabilities? In the final episode of this three-part kōrero, Krystal Burrell and Harmony Hanover take listeners inside the everyday realities of family life. They share the exhaustion, fear, frustration and constant problem-solving that often goes unseen, while also celebrating the strength, community and unexpected connections that have carried them through. An honest, heartfelt conversation that reminds us of the power of aroha, understanding and standing alongside one another.

  3. 10 July

    Parenting With Disabilities - Part 2

    Loving your child shouldn't mean fighting the system every step of the way. Krystal Burrell and Harmony Hanover continue their honest conversation about parenting a child with severe disabilities, exploring the daily challenges families face beyond the home. Together they unpack the gaps in support, the pressures placed on parents already carrying so much, and what needs to change to create a more inclusive, compassionate Aotearoa. An eye-opening episode for parents, whānau and anyone who wants to better understand the realities families live every day.

  4. 3 July

    Parenting with Disabilities - Part 1

    Every parent imagines what life with their child will look like. Sometimes that journey takes an unexpected turn. In the very first episode of Parenting With..., Krystal Burrell is joined by her daughter, Harmony Hanover, as she shares the deeply personal story of discovering her child had severe disabilities. Together they talk honestly about grief, adjusting to a new reality, and the unexpected joy, resilience and hidden gifts found along the way. This is a powerful kōrero about love, acceptance and finding hope when life doesn't go to plan.

  • 4 Episodes

About

Parenting can be beautiful. It can also be messy, exhausting, heartbreaking and healing, often all in the same day. Hosted by Krystal Burrell, a trauma and attachment specialist, mum of three, kui of one and aunty to many, this podcast explores the real stories behind family life. From the everyday wins and worries to the deeper impact of trauma, connection and the systems that shape parenting, no topic is off limits in Parenting With... Often joined by her daughter, Harmony Hanover, who is also navigating parenthood, the pair offer a rare and deeply personal perspective on whānau, connection and healing across generations. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, grandparent or part of a wider village, Parenting With... is a place to feel seen, supported and inspired.

Information

  • Creator
    Krystal Burrell
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C)Access Radio Taranaki