CBeebies Parenting

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Pods for all parents of preschoolers. Parenting Download looks at the topics gripping your group chats, while we take your calls and put them to the experts on Parenting Helpline.

  1. há 6 dias

    Download: The power of music for children with Kojey Radical

    How can singing and music help children learn, connect and express themselves? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why music can be such a powerful part of family life, from babies hearing voices before they are born to children developing their own musical tastes. MOBO and Mercury Prize nominated musician Kojey Radical talks about music at home, becoming a dad and learning to embrace the songs and sounds his son naturally loves. Professor Lauren Stewart, a professor in the neuroscience of music at the University of Roehampton and consultant on the Happy Song, the first piece of music scientifically proven to make babies smile, explains why singing to children is not about having a perfect voice, but about communication, bonding and emotional connection. For more ideas and parenting resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808

    Download: The power of music for children with Kojey Radical

  2. 22 de ago.

    Download: School readiness live from the CBeebies House, with Minah Shannon from The Traitors

    Starting school is a big milestone, so what does school readiness really mean? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B are live from the CBeebies House studio in Salford, in front of an audience of local parents and children, to explore how families can help little ones build confidence, independence and everyday skills without putting pressure on them to be academically ahead. With CBeebies already helping children explore that big step through shows like Dodge’s Pup School, this episode looks at how parents and carers can support school readiness through play, routines and reassurance. Clinical psychologist and CBeebies Parenting expert Dr Martha Deiros Collado shares practical advice on separation, asking for help and managing big feelings. The Traitors fan favourite turned presenter Minah Shannon talks about preparing her daughter for school, while Emma Gill, Parents Editor at the Manchester Evening News, shares what local families often worry about, from school gate nerves to getting extra support. Visit the CBeebies Parenting website for expert-backed advice, activities and practical support around starting school. There’s also the Get Ready to Go with CBeebies song, which families can watch and sing along to together as a fun way to start conversations about school, routines and feelings. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808

    Download: School readiness live from the CBeebies House, with Minah Shannon from The Traitors

  3. 15 de ago.

    Download: Is boredom good for kids? With Dr Punam Krishan

    Boredom. It’s a word that strikes fear into the hearts of parents everywhere. Because let's be honest, the moment a child says, 'I'm boooored,' many of us feel an urgent need to become all singing, all dancing entertainers, and activity planners, all rolled into one. But what if boredom isn't the enemy? What if those moments of unstructured play are where imagination, creativity, and a little bit of independence begin? What happens when we accept our own experiences of parental boredom? Well, join Katie and Guv as they explore why it's okay, and maybe even healthy, for us and our little ones to be bored from time to time with NHS GP, TV doctor, Strictly star and author of The Mother Load: Every Mother’s Guide to Juggling Health, Dr Punam Krishan and experimental social psychologist at the University of Essex, Dr Wijnand van Tilburg, whose research specialises in boredom. So step away from the glue gun and start listening.

    Download: Is boredom good for kids? With Dr Punam Krishan

  4. 8 de ago.

    Download: Live from Camp Bestival with MumBum and Dr Oscar Duke on parental judgement

    Recorded in front of a live audience at Camp Bestival, Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why parents so often feel judged for the choices they make and the best ways of dealing with it. In The Library tent, with the sounds of the main stage drifting in from outside, they sat down with viral content creator MumBum and GP and author of How to Be a Dad, Dr Oscar Duke, to talk about the judgements they've faced as parents. Feeling judged is something that can seep into every part of parenting. It's there in the small decisions and the big ones, in the comments people make, the looks they give, and even the assumptions we make about what others might be thinking. And sometimes it's not even coming from other people. Sometimes it's the voice in our own heads, telling us we should be calmer, more patient, more organised, more present, more fun... more everything. So why do parents often feel judged? We explore what really matters and what we can afford to let go of. For more ideas and resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.com

    Download: Live from Camp Bestival with MumBum and Dr Oscar Duke on parental judgement

  5. 1 de ago.

    Helpline: Shyness and confidence with Sara Pascoe and Nadia Finer

    You might not believe it, but both Charlie and comedian Sara have struggled with shyness their entire lives. Shyness affects half of UK adults and can often begin in childhood. How should we approach shyness in our kids? Author and confidence coach Nadia helps to provide some answers.

    Helpline: Shyness and confidence with Sara Pascoe and Nadia Finer

  6. 25 de jul.

    Download: An essential guide to family holidays, with Anna Whitehouse

    Going on holiday with babies, toddlers or young children can feel like a very different kind of break. There are snacks to pack, sleep routines to think about, spare clothes, travel toys, nappies, long journeys, new surroundings and the challenge of being away from familiar home comforts. Katie Thistleton and Guvna B put together a guide to family holidays, exploring how parents can travel with little ones with a bit less stress and a lot more confidence. Anna Whitehouse, also known as Mother Pukka, shares her honest take on travelling with children, from agreeing who does what and who the ‘designated flight parent’ is, to letting go of the idea that every holiday has to look perfect. Travel expert and author of travel blog Bridges and Balloons, Victoria Watts Kennedy, offers practical advice on planning a holiday that suits your family, not someone else’s. She shares tips on packing light, preparing for flights, managing sleep and remembering that babies and children can be more adaptable than we imagine. For more ideas and parenting resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808

    Download: An essential guide to family holidays, with Anna Whitehouse

  7. 18 de jul.

    Download: JLS star Aston Merrygold and a parent’s guide to dentists, doctors and hospitals

    How can parents help children feel calmer when they need to see a doctor, visit the dentist or go to hospital? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why health appointments can feel worrying for children, from sterile waiting rooms and strange smells, to bright lights and unusual equipment, and look at simple ways to make those moments less stressful for the whole family. JLS star and voice of The Dentist’s Apprentice, Aston Merrygold, shares how his children have each responded differently to dentists, jabs and hospital visits and the tricks that have helped in his own family. NHS GP and TV doctor, Dr Sara Kayat, explains why children can feel anxious about healthcare appointments and how parents can help them prepare, from using play to make doctors and dentists feel more familiar, to reading books and being honest about what might happen. For more ideas, resources and advice, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808

    Download: JLS star Aston Merrygold and a parent’s guide to dentists, doctors and hospitals

  8. 11 de jul.

    Download: The Secret to Raising Brave Children with Saturday Night Live UK star Emma Sidi

    How can we help children become brave without putting them in danger or passing on our own worries? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore how parents can support children to climb, jump, explore and take safe risks, while learning when to step in and when to give them space to work things out for themselves. Saturday Night Live UK star and toddler mum Emma Sidi shares how she gives her young son space to crawl, climb and test things out in a safe environment. She also reflects on her own childhood, becoming a parent, and the bravery it can take to keep doing the things that make you feel like yourself. Professor of Child Psychology Helen Dodd explains why adventurous play can help children build confidence, resilience and independence. She shares practical advice on managing parental anxiety, including why repeating ‘be careful’ may not always help and how pausing before stepping in can give children the chance to problem-solve for themselves. For more ideas and parenting resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808

    Download: The Secret to Raising Brave Children with Saturday Night Live UK star Emma Sidi
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Pods for all parents of preschoolers. Parenting Download looks at the topics gripping your group chats, while we take your calls and put them to the experts on Parenting Helpline.

Informações

  • Criado por
    CBeebies
  • Anos de atividade
    2025 - 2026
  • Episódios
    66
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © (C) BBC 2026
  • Site do podcast
    CBeebies Parenting

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