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Trauma is a difficult topic to talk about. Even the very word trauma shakes most of us a little. We love tackling all the topics on The Expert Guide to Parenthood PodcastIn this week's episode we talk about different types of trauma, how we process it, strategies to move on from it with Liv Downing, a Registered Psychologist (MAAPI), Coach and Meditation Teacher.We discuss:- What trauma is-The different types of trauma- Trauma and mental health- Why the statistic of trauma is so high- What is a normal way to feel after a traumatic event e.g. witnessing something, anaccident, an illness etc.- How trauma can feel different for different people.- How trauma can stay in your body- Physical ways to move trauma through our bodies- Does talking about trauma actually help?- How does time impact our processing of a trauma- How do you know if we need professional help?- How can we support loved ones?- How do we stop our own personal trauma as parents from impacting our kids.Never forget Parents You've Got This.The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950.
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Your Child's Immunity and Vaccinations
Have you ever wondered how our children's immune systems develops and how vaccinations work? Do you know what vaccinations your child is given on the vaccination schedule and why? This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we welcome Dr Linny Kimly Phuong, a Paediatric Infectious Diseases Physician, researcher and academic tutor to talk about this important topic. We discuss: The immune system and how it works How we build up immunity The role of vaccinations and how they work Routine vaccinations given in the current schedule and why When vaccines are given and how The whooping cough outbreak - why this vaccine is so important and who should be vaccinated Measles, mumps and rubella vaccinations Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine Additional vaccines which are not on the schedule but could be considered How to help/prepare a child when getting vaccinated What a vaccination reaction would look like and what to do if you suspect a reaction. Never forget Parents You've Got This. The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950. Follow us Social:Instagram: @parentsyouvegotthis_au Threads @parentsyouvegotthis_au TikTok: @partentsyouvegotthis_au Facebook: @parentsyouvegotthis__________________________________Parents You've Got This offers antenatal and postnatal parenting education and Masterclasses from the planning phase to early preschool. Learn more: https://www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au/Credits: Producer Dean Thomas, Camera person Tim Hehir, Content Parents You've Got This
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How to help your child survive & thrive through parent break up
What happens to your children when you separate? Is there a perfect way to ensure they are not scarred by the breakup? This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we welcome back our Child Psychologist Expert Dr Deirdre Brandner to talk more about separation and divorce. She answers the key questions separating parents have, to ensure their child or children thrive and not just survive separation and divorce.We discuss:- What the ideal custody situation for children is- When do you need to worry about your child and how they are handling divorce- What the term “child focused” means in a separation- How to navigate blended families through separation and divorce?- What is the best living situation - How to break holiday up between parents- How to help a child going between homes- How do you handle sporting events / birthday parties when it is not your weekend- How phone calls should be handled when a child is staying with the other parent- How to support your child if they don't want to go to the other parents house- Who decides where a child should live- How to talk to the child about separation and divorce - How does one parent keeping the family home impact the child- Best approach for big family celebrations, holidays, Christmas- How to support a child if one parent needs to move interstate- Should siblings stay together or be split Never forget Parents You've Got This.The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950.Follow us Social:Instagram: @parentsyouvegotthis_au Threads @parentsyouvegotthis_au TikTok: @partentsyouvegotthis_au Facebook: @parentsyouvegotthis__________________________________Parents You've Got This offers antenatal and postnatal parenting education and Masterclasses from the planning phase to early preschool. Learn more: https://www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au/Credits: Producer Dean Thomas, Camera person Tim Hehir, Content Parents You've Got This
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Discipline & Consequences
Discipline and consequences, is there a best approach? What is right for you and your family?This week on the Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we talk all about discipline and consequences - including how to know what the best and most effective approach is, and how to find a style which suits your family and child. We welcome back our Child Psychologist Expert Dr Deirdre Brandner. Deirdre has over 30 years' experience as a Paediatric Psychologist. Through her private practice she has provided support to thousands of children, adolescents and families. Deirdre is a presenter and expert consultant in parenting & education and is a regular TV guest.We discuss:- What discipline looks like in today's parenting age- The different approaches to discipline- How to find an approach that works best for your child/children- Is it possible to be an effective parent and not discipline your child- The importance of clear boundaries and expectations with your children- Does punishment work?- Consequences- Positive discipline strategies - Natural consequences- Discipline & consequences for multiple children of different agesThe Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is produced and hosted by Parents You've Got This.The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950.Follow us Social:Instagram: @parentsyouvegotthis_auThreads @parentsyouvegotthis_auTikTok: @partentsyouvegotthis_auFacebook:@parentsyouvegotthis__________________________________Parents You've Got This offers antenatal and postnatal parenting education and Masterclasses from the planning phase to early preschool.Learn more: https://www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au/Credits:Hosts and Podcast content writers Christy Hopwood & Freya Owen Parents You've Got This, Producer Dean Thomas, Camera person Tim Hehir
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Formula - How to Prepare, Store and Use
This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we discuss the ins and outs of Formula, with our Paediatrician Expert Dr Lexi Frydenberg.Dr Lexi is an experienced General Paediatrician specialising in the care of children (and their families) from birth-eighteen who experience a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions (or clinical conditions). She is also a passionate educator and mother of 3. In this episode we discuss:- Some of the reasons you may need or choose to use formula- How do you go about choosing the ‘right formula’ - If you need to stick to one brand or if you can use different types and brands of formula- Practical tips for handling, preparing and storing formula- Different feeding schedules - How to know the right amount to give your baby- Is formula feeding all or nothing (can you mix feed)- How to know if the formula is agreeing with your baby or if it is time to switch How long babies need formulaThe Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is produced and hosted by Parents You've Got This.The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950.Follow us Social:Instagram: @parentsyouvegotthis_auThreads: @parentsyouvegotthis_auTikTok: @partentsyouvegotthis_auFacebook: @parentsyouvegotthis__________________________________Parents You've Got This offers antenatal and postnatal parenting education and Masterclasses from the planning phase to early preschool.Learn more: https://www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au/Credits:Hosts and Podcast content writers Christy Hopwood & Freya Owen Parents You've Got This Producer Dean Thomas, Camera person Tim Hehir
The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is brought to you by Parents You’ve Got This.
Parenting can be overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be. The Expert Guide to Parenthood podcast is designed to help you prepare for pregnancy, birth, baby and parenthood. Each week Christy Hopwood and Freya Owen interview leading experts who share the essential information you need to know for each stage of the parenting journey.
With this podcast you’ll feel you’ve got this parenting gig.