Being Real Parents

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Join the Real Parents crew discussing what they know as parents, but also as professionals supporting other parents. Real life examples mixed with behavioural, positive, child psychology and neuro-science.

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    Being Real Parents - Everything you need to know about the IHC Library

    In this episode, we're joined by Phil Clarke from the IHC Library to explore the wide range of resources available to support people with disabilities, their whānau, and the professionals who work alongside them. Whether you're supporting a child, a young person, or an adult, this conversation highlights how the IHC Library can help connect you with trusted information. Tune in to discover how the IHC Library is making knowledge more accessible.

    25 min

  2. 22 juni

    Being Real Parents - Helping children communicate: What every parent needs to know

    Communication is about much more than words. In this episode, Anna talks with Keryn O'Neill from Brainwave Trust Aotearoa about how our children's communication and language skills develop, why connection matters, and what parents can do to support communication at home. Together they explore brain development, relationships, listening, conversation, and practical ways to help children feel heard, understood and confident communicating.

    26 min

  3. 8 juni

    Being Real Parents - Working through separation and how we can support our tamariki through this challenging time

    Kate speaks with Nikki Bould, an FDR mediator and a divorce coach from The Helpful Human. Together we explore how parents can navigate separation while keeping their tamariki needs at the centre of care arrangements. We kōrero around supporting our tamariki with transitions between homes, trying to maintain consistency through communicating the best way we can. This episode offers compassionate and real guidance that supports parents through this challenging time.

    26 min

  4. 25 maj

    Being Real Parents - Why sleep matter for our rangatahi

    Kate speaks with Keryn from Brainwave Trust about sleep for our rangatahi. Together, they explore the biological and social changes that shape teenage sleep patterns, why adolescents are naturally wired for later nights, and the challenges whānau can sometimes face in helping young people get the rest they need. This kōrero offers practical, realistic strategies parents can use to support healthy sleep habits - not only for teens, but for younger tamariki too.

    25 min

  5. 11 maj

    Being Real Parents - The parenting questions parents are often too afraid to ask

    In this honest Q and A episode, Anna and Kate kōrero about the parenting questions many parents quietly carry but don’t always ask out loud. We talk screens and device use, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, swearing, big feelings, and when to start talking about emotions with tamariki. A warm, practical, judgement free kōrero full of reassurance, reflection, and real life parenting support.

    24 min

  6. 27 apr.

    Being Real Parents - Tūpuna parenting and what we’ve always known

    "In this episode, Anna and Elizabeth Emere-Harte kōrero about mātauranga and tūpuna parenting. We explore how traditional Māori approaches centre connection, responsiveness, and collective care, and how this aligns with what we now know about attachment and brain development. A grounding, affirming conversation about returning to what we’ve always known and trusting the wisdom within whānau. "

    28 min

  7. 13 apr.

    Being Real Parents - When emotions feel big: supporting your child

    A gentle, practical kōrero with the Brainwave Trust on supporting tamariki through big emotions. We explore why all emotions are ok, the power of naming them, and how tools like nature and books can help. We also reflect on modelling our own emotions, leading with empathy, and why teaching moments land best once children are calm. A thoughtful conversation with Keryn for parents navigating the everyday ups and downs.

    27 min

  8. 30 mars

    Being Real Parents - Parental grief: losing a baby and what helps over time

    Juliet talks honestly and beautifully with her friend Bronwyn about the loss of her baby Harriet in 2018. Bronwyn shares the early days of grief, the overwhelm, and how it affected her ability to get through each day. Seven years on, she reflects on where she is now and what she would want others experiencing parental grief to know. A thoughtful, compassionate kōrero for those navigating or supporting loss.

    25 min
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Join the Real Parents crew discussing what they know as parents, but also as professionals supporting other parents. Real life examples mixed with behavioural, positive, child psychology and neuro-science.

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  • Kanal
    Plains Media
  • Skapad av
    Anna Mowat and Kate Jones
  • Aktiva år
    2022 - 2026
  • Avsnitt
    26
  • Åldersgräns
    Barnvänligt
  • Copyright
    © (C)Plains Media
  • Programmets webbplats
    Being Real Parents

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