Babylab

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Babylab breaks down the questions you might have about how babies learn to communicate. Where does the first word come from? Are screens good for learning? Does music improve communication skills? Join children's entertainer Emma Watkins for Season 2 of BabyLab where she speaks with parents and experts about everything communication and babies, or go back and check out Season 1 with Jamila Rizvi! Babylab is produced in collaboration with Western Sydney University and the MARCS Babylab team.

  1. Your Questions Answered

    08/29/2023

    Your Questions Answered

    Over the course of this season, we’ve received an influx of questions about the topics and stories we’ve covered. So to wrap up what’s been another enlightening season, Emma is joined once again by BabyLab’s resident expert Sue Hespos, to answer the questions sent in by you. Can a co-parenting household have long term effects on socialisation? Is it worth taking my baby to a museum? Can children develop too quickly? Tune in as we answer the questions that have come straight from the parents.  CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  2. Breastfeeding, sleep, mood and how they're connected!

    08/23/2023

    Breastfeeding, sleep, mood and how they're connected!

    We asked new parents what some of the top challenges they face are when starting out on their parental journey. And on today's episode, Emma will tackle some of the most popular responses. Breastfeeding, sleep and mood.  As always, Emma is joined by a host of baby experts and new parents to unpack these topics, which are at the core of a happy and healthy home. Plus, we discover how the three are closely linked and what you can do to balance them all! Support Breastfeeding  breastfeeding.asn.au (1800 686 268) Mental Health  lifeline.org.au (13 11 14) panda.org.au (1300 726 306) cope.org.au (1300 740 398) gidgetfoundation.org.au (1300 851 758)   CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/                            See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
  3. What’s the deal with screens?

    08/16/2023

    What’s the deal with screens?

    Emma teams up once again with the experts at BabyLab to tackle one of the most common challenges that parents face when raising a child. How should we use (or not use) screens in the home? She chats with two parents who have very different approaches when it comes to screen use in their lives, and learns some of the benefits that come with both perspectives. Plus she digs into the science of how a screen stimulates the brain with Dr Genevieve Quek. CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
  4. To milestone or not to milestone?

    08/08/2023

    To milestone or not to milestone?

    In this episode, Emma explores the intriguing and varied world of infant milestones. She connects with experts from the MARCS BabyLab, who share valuable insights on the most significant milestones and offer guidance on where to seek assistance if required. Plus, she chats with two parents who approach using milestones to measure their baby's development in unique ways. CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  5. Gender, toys and uniting pink and blue!

    08/01/2023

    Gender, toys and uniting pink and blue!

    In this episode experts from the MARCS BabyLab at Western Sydney University unpack their research into babies and whether they prefer gender specific aspects of toys and clothes. Emma also speaks with parents who are breaking those gender norms and raising their children in the same way, regardless of gender. Plus, the BabyLab experts look at how brains differ (and don’t differ) between genders! CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
  6. The power of music for babies

    07/25/2023

    The power of music for babies

    Music has been shown to be much more than a way to pass time and can have powerful effects on the brain. In this episode Emma chats with Dr. Sandra Garrido from the MARCS BabyLab, exploring the profound impact of music on the developing brain and uncovering how music becomes a nurturing force for infant growth. Plus, they debunk some common misconceptions surrounding the effects of music like Mozart for babies. Emma also hears from one parent who utilises the magic of singing during nappy time and another who has named his children after his favourite artists. Tune in to discover the wonders of music in shaping early childhood experiences! CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  7. Supercharge your baby’s social skills

    07/18/2023

    Supercharge your baby’s social skills

    Did you know that babies have a social life? In this episode Emma dives headfirst into what kinds of socialisation are important in those early years and hears how parents are supercharging their littles one's social life. Plus, she chats with the experts from MARCS BabyLab to learn why socialisation matters and how it can set your baby up for life! CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  8. Why babies are smarter than you think!

    07/11/2023

    Why babies are smarter than you think!

    To kick off the brand-new season of the BabyLab podcast, hosted by children’s entertainer and science lover Emma Watkins, we’re exploring why babies are probably smarter than you give them credit for! Join Emma as she chats with experts from the MARCS BabyLab at Western Sydney University to find out what exactly is going on inside of a baby’s brain and how parents can provide an environment for that brain to flourish. And hear from parents who share their on-the-ground stories and advice so you can become a baby brain master. CREDITS Host: Emma WatkinsExecutive Producer: Todd StevensAudio Imager: Kelli FoulstoneProducer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
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Babylab breaks down the questions you might have about how babies learn to communicate. Where does the first word come from? Are screens good for learning? Does music improve communication skills? Join children's entertainer Emma Watkins for Season 2 of BabyLab where she speaks with parents and experts about everything communication and babies, or go back and check out Season 1 with Jamila Rizvi! Babylab is produced in collaboration with Western Sydney University and the MARCS Babylab team.

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  • Creator
    LiSNTR
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2023
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 LiSTNR - Text, image, music and sound comprising this podcast are owned by or licensed to SCA. By accessing, communicating or using this podcast, you agree to be bound by the terms available at https://podcastoneaustralia.com.au/terms
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    Babylab