Best Language Amp Behaviour Podcasts (2025)

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The Root Causes of Aggression in Dogs 41:25

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Read Complimentary Blog: https://www.brighthound.ie/blog/dogaggression/ Exploring the behavioural, Environmental, and Psychological Factors Behind Canine Aggression and How to Address Them 📧[email protected] 🌐https://www.brighthorse.ie/ 🌐https://www.brighthound.ie/ ☎️+353 85 143 8688By Barbara J. Hardman, Clinical Animal Behaviourist

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When Dogs Are Not Listening To You 16:15

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Read Complimentary Blog: https://www.brighthound.ie/blog/communicationandcompassion/ What most people call obedience training is actually about learning how to communicate effectively with your dog. And the best part about reframing it this way is that we have lots of ways to improve communication so your dog can actually listen better. 📧barbara.j.…

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Could Your dog's Behavioural Changes Be a Sign of a Medical Problem? 22:45

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Read Complimentary Blog: https://www.brighthound.ie/blog/behaviourmedical/ Have you noticed sudden changes in your dog or cat’s behaviour that seem unusual or unexpected? Maybe your dog has become unusually aggressive, has started having accidents indoors, or is grooming excessively. While these might seem purely behavioural issues, they could actu…

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How to Keep Your Dog Active and Happy Indoors This Christmas 25:59

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Read Complimentary Blog: https://www.brighthound.ie/blog/christmas/ WinterWoofs: The Challenges of Winter for Dogs 📧[email protected] 🌐https://www.brighthorse.ie/ 🌐https://www.brighthound.ie/ ☎️+353 85 143 8688By Barbara J. Hardman, Clinical Animal Behaviourist

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The Next Chapter: Rachel’s Breast Cancer Battle 35:43

10M ago35:43

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For our final episode of 2024, we had envisioned something festive and cheerful to set the tone for a fun Christmas season. However, life had other plans. On November 18, 2024, our host, Rachel Chappell, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer, and those plans have taken a backseat—for now. In this deeply personal episode, Rachel sits down with co…

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Talk the Talk: Understanding Language Milestones for Kids, with Jules Tushuizen 39:29

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This week, we’re diving into speech and language development with the incredible Jules Tushuizen, an experienced Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist. Jules shares her wealth of experience to help parents navigate their child's exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking journey through communication milestones. From first words to forming sente…

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Household Harmony: How to share the Domestic Load without losing your mind, with Cherie Marriott 50:16

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So many mums are stressed with juggling kids, work and the bulk of the domestic load. The creep can be gradual and suddenly it seems like we’re ‘doing everything’. This can lead to feelings of bitterness and resentment – and now we’re bickering or testing each other, to see if the other one notices or really cares. The resentment also impacts our d…

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Stop the Bully: Proven Strategies to Empower Your Child, with Dr Justin Coulson 1:01:38

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In this powerful episode, we dive into one of the hardest challenges facing kids and parents today: bullying. Joined by leading parenting expert Justin Coulson, we uncover what’s really at the heart of bullying behaviours, how they impact young minds, and, most importantly, the steps we can take to create safer, kinder spaces for our children. What…

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Starting ‘Big’ School: How to make the transition smooth and stress-free, with Gen Muir 43:58

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In today’s episode, we sit down with Gen Muir, a renowned parenting expert, to discuss one of the biggest milestones in a child’s life — the transition to 'big' school. If you're preparing to send your little one off to kindergarten, this episode is packed with insights, tips, and advice on making the process smoother for parents and children. We c…

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Foster Care: Busting the myths 40:15

12M ago40:15

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If you could be a part-time foster carer and make a real difference in a young person’s life, would you do it? With flexible care options like fostering for just a week or the occasional weekend, and an urgent need for carers in Sydney, this episode busts all the common misconceptions that you might have about taking on this role. Tim and Kylie fro…

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No Bad Kids, Just Big Emotions: A Fresh Look at Childhood Behaviour, with Billy Garvey 43:10

1y ago43:10

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Welcome to today’s episode, where we’ll dive deep into the world of child mental health— a more pressing issue than ever. Did you know that 1 in 7 children aged 4 to 17 meet the clinical criteria for a mental illness over 12 months? Yet, despite these staggering numbers, only half of these children will see a clinician. Access to professional help …

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Back to Work: Navigating the 'new normal' after baby, with Lauren Perrett 32:43

1y ago32:43

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Today, we’re tackling the tricky topic of returning to work after having kids. It’s one that most mums need to consider, and it’s never an easy decision. Whilst some mums are happy to return to work or have to return for financial reasons, others simply want to spend as much time as they can with their children while they’re little. There’s no righ…

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Family Wellness: Tips for a Healthier, Happier Family with Dr Nick Fuller 37:37

1y ago37:37

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Nick Fuller, a leading expert in the field of childhood nutrition and author of the new book "Healthy Parents, Healthy Kids". We dive deep into the essentials of creating a healthy, happy home environment, starting with meal planning and how to involve your kids in choosing what’s on the menu. Dr Fuller shares h…

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Digital Harmony: Realistic Screen Time Strategies for Families, with Gen Muir 34:55

1y ago34:55

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In a world where screens are everywhere, it can be challenging to find the right balance for our children. In today’s episode of The Parenting Couch, we chat with Parenting Educator Gen Muir to help us navigate this digital landscape, offering strategies to create healthy habits and foster a positive relationship with technology. Whether you're str…

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Kid-Approved Lunchboxes: Tasty and Nutritious Ideas, with Suzanne Burke from bodysaysyay! 36:28

1y ago36:28

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As parents, we all know the daily struggle of preparing a nutritious lunchbox... that our kids will actually eat. If you're in need of a little mid-year inspiration, we've called in the expert! In this episode, we dive into the art of crafting the perfect healthy lunchbox with renowned health and wellbeing specialist, Suzanne Burke. As a busy mum h…

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Understanding How Horses Learn, the Language of Horse Training 37:46

1y ago37:46

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Read Complimentary Blog: https://www.brighthorse.ie/blog/language/ Training a horse is more than just teaching commands; it is about building a partnership rooted in mutual understanding and trust 📧[email protected] 🌐https://www.brighthorse.ie/ 🌐https://www.brighthound.ie/ ☎️+353 85 143 8688…

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Escape the Exhaustion: Expert Tips to Overcome Parental Burnout, with Carryn Masluk 39:33

1y ago39:33

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Are you running on empty? Juggling a hundred things at once? And it seems there is no end in sight? Parental Burnout is real! Psychologist Dr Carryn Masluk breaks down what is happening to women, and how you can get help. In this episode, we're diving into a topic that hits close to home for so many of us: parental burnout. Are you feeling overwhel…

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Perimenopause: How to optimise your health & wellbeing, with Susie Burrell 42:16

1+ y ago42:16

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In this episode of The Parenting Couch, we delve into the important topic of nutrition during perimenopause. We’re joined by Susie Burrell, one of Australia’s leading dietitians, with extensive experience in women's health and nutrition. Susie shares valuable insights into how dietary choices can profoundly impact the symptoms and overall experienc…

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School Can't: Strategies to support your child, with Dr Catherine Kizana 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

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Does your child suffer from 'School Can't'? School Can’t… also known as school refusal, school phobia, school avoidance or school anxiety, is a condition where a child or teenager refuses to attend school or experiences extreme distress when faced with the prospect of going to school. It's more than just about not wanting to go to school. It involv…

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Unlocking Academic Achievement: Supporting your teen's High School journey, with Ki Yan Baldwin from Kalibrate-Ed 41:44

1+ y ago41:44

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Got a teenager at high school? Want to support them to reach their personal goals? Ki Yan Baldwin is an education strategist and Founder of Kalibrate Education. In this episode, we shares many practical tips about how to help your child achieve great results whilst nurturing their overall wellbeing, ensuring teenagers are poised for the best univer…

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How to Thrive in Motherhood, with Tara Darlington 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

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Is it possible to ‘thrive’ in motherhood? Tara Darlington from Empowering Motherhood believes that it is… and shares her wisdom about how to make that a reality! In this episode, Tara shares: How to integrate self-care into your daily life as a busy mother so that it nourishes you and your family. The importance of creating a lifestyle and family r…

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The biggest mistakes parents make (and how to avoid them!), with Dr Justin Coulson 42:38

1+ y ago42:38

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We all want to be the best parents we can for our kids... but nobody is perfect, and we can always learn new tips to help our kids thrive! From setting high expectations and comparing our kids to others, to being a little bit "too" gentle in our parenting, Dr Justin Coulson outlines the biggest mistakes parents make... and shares his expert guidanc…

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Cyber Safety: How to protect your child from online predators, with Jen Hoey 36:30

1+ y ago36:30

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Online predators hide in all corners of the internet… and it’s more important than ever to understand the risks, how to reduce harm and what to do if you suspect something isn’t right. We chat with Jen Hoey, Parent Cyber Safety Consultant who shares her important insights into the importance of digital protection for children. From social media pla…

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Party Girl to Sober Mum: Victoria Vanstone's journey to Sobriety 41:51

1+ y ago41:51

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Victoria Vanstone is the creator and host of the hugely popular Sober Awkward podcast. Her new memoir A Thousand Wasted Sundays is an unashamedly warts and all look at modern day drinking culture, its impact on mental health and one mothers journey into freeing herself from the grip of socially normalised binge drinking. Victoria grew up in 1980s E…

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Take a breath: Vaping in children, with LifeEd Lisa Woodward 38:08

1+ y ago38:08

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Vapes, e-cigarettes, stigs, pods… they go by many names and they pose a health risk to our young people. Would your Year 5 or 6 child know what to do if a vape was offered to them? Would they understand the dangers? Would they know how to say "no"? It's frighteningly easy for kids to come across vapes. They might find one on the side of the road (y…

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How to build Healthy Habits with Dr Gina Cleo 33:15

1+ y ago33:15

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Want to create lasting positive habits so that you can live the lifestyle you've always wanted? We sit down with the inspiring Dr. Gina Cleo to understand the power of habits - and how we can use them to propel our lives forward. Dr. Gina Cleo is a trained dietician, author, speaker and habit researcher. Gina specialises in guiding people to transf…

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Expert Baby Sleep Tips from Sleep Consultant, Catherine Thompson 28:49

1+ y ago28:49

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Are you struggling with getting your baby or toddler to sleep? Or simply want to learn some tips about how to make the process easier? We chat to Baby Sleep Consultant for her expert tips about how to get more sleep for baby... and for YOU! Plus: What age should a baby be able to ‘sleep through’ the night? Should you use an app to track baby sleep?…

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How to raise kids without bribes, threats & punishments... with Stephanie Pinto 42:01

1+ y ago42:01

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Want to learn how to raise your kids without bribes, threats and punishment? Emotional Intelligence Coach Stephanie Pinto, shares how you can replace this style of parenting with something much more respectful, productive and compassionate. In this episode of the Parenting Couch, you'll learn... What is emotional intelligence? How to get your kids …

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Self-care tips for mums, with Jillian Coughlan from The Spa Rooms 40:06

2y ago40:06

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Are you feeling a little frazzled after a busy festive season? If 'self-care' has been at the bottom of your 'to do' list recently, it's time to change that. We chat with local spa owner, Jillian Coughlan, to find out some super simple ways that we can incorporate self-care into our daily lives, to improve our health, happiness and overall wellbein…

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Tips for starting high school, with Claire Eaton 37:43

2y ago37:43

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Is your child starting high school soon? Make the transition from primary to high school a smooth one. This podcast interview with Youth Mindset Coach, Claire Eaton, is packed with invaluable tips for both parents and students to help them get off to the best start! Starting high school is one of the biggest changes that your child will go through.…

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Talking sex! How to talk to kids about sex, with Vanessa Hamilton 48:09

2y ago48:09

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Do you know what to say when your child asks you how babies are made? From what age should you talk to kids about sex? How do you teach children about consent? These are just some of the many issues that are covered in this latest podcast episode with Vanessa Hamilton, Author of 'Talking Sex". Whether you're a parent, carer, health professional or …

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Divorce: A step-by-step guide from Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts 33:37

2y ago33:37

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Are you in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage, and have been thinking about separation? If you're unsure of the first steps to take, or what might be ahead of you, be sure to listen to this enlightening interview with Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts from Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers. One of the 'most asked' Anonymous questions in the North S…

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Feng Shui for health, wealth & happiness with Patricia Lohan 42:18

2y ago42:18

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A happy life starts with a happy home... and Feng Shui is a four-thousand-year-old practice that can be used to supercharge your home to create a balanced and harmonious space. Feng Shui Expert Patrica Lohan shared her top tips for updating your home to balance your house's energy, find greater flow and design a living space that can help you reali…

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Tame the Bully in your Brain, with Lauren Thompson 35:33

2y ago35:33

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Is your child plagued by negative self-talk? Do they have low self-esteem? In this empowering episode of The Parenting Couch podcast, Rachel and Sarah talk to Lauren Thompson, Author of 'There's a Bully in my Brain' who shares her tips about how kids can develop a more positive self-talk and healthy self-esteem. One of the most significant mental w…

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Spring Cleaning Tips, with Decluttering Diva Kristina Duke 26:14

2y ago26:14

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Got a spring in your step? Keen to tackle the cutlery drawer, linen cupboard or wardrobe? The Decluttering Diva joins Rachel & Sarah on The Parenting Couch to share her top tips for Spring Cleaning. This interview will give you the motivation you need to get started... and once you've sorted one area of your life, you'll be keen to move onto the ne…

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Parenting your teen through tough times, with Dr Jo Prendergast 40:53

2y ago40:53

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It’s not easy being a parent in a world of TikTok and bubblegum-flavoured vapes! To help guide them through the teenage years, Rachel & Sarah invited Dr Jo Prendergast onto The Parenting Couch to get her top tips for supporting teens towards a healthy headspace. Parenting a tween or teen can come with a whole range of challenges - from depression a…

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How to help your daughter bloom, with Katie Parker from Bloomfully 44:45

2y ago44:45

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In the latest episode of The Parenting Couch podcast, Rachel and Sarah talk with Katie Parker from Bloomfully... who has created an incredible online program for tween girls called 'I Believe In Me'. Katie opens up about her passion for helping girls to bloom, and her insights for how parents can support their daughters. Tween girls have a lot to d…

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Tips for building, managing and protecting your money, with Canna Campbell 44:11

2y ago44:11

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Financial stress is real, and it has a huge impact on our happiness. When we're stressed about money, our relationships with our partners are strained, we're not as patient with our children and our physical and mental health is impacted. If we can take control of our financial wellbeing and reduce the stress, the benefits are huge. And it's just t…

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6 Figures in School Hours, with Kate Toon 37:50

2y ago37:50

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Do you feel like you never have enough hours in the day? Do you feel guilty about not baking organic muffins? Are your overwhelmed by an inbox that never seems to go down? Help is at hand. Kate Toon shares her insights about why you need to lower your expectations and banish the idea of being the 'perfect' parent. Most parents just want to earn a d…

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Chiropractic Care for Kids, with Dr Tori Wright 35:28

2y ago35:28

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Does your baby hate tummy time, suffer from reflux or have trouble breastfeeding? Have you noticed that your child is developing bad posture from using screens? Did you know that all kids should be screened for scoliosis? Dr Tori Wright from Vivid Health Chiropractic shares some of the reasons why you might want to consider chiropractic care for yo…

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Tips to take control of your drinking, with Mind The Sip 37:18

2y ago37:18

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Are you curious about changing your relationship with alcohol? Whether you want to cut back, moderate, take a break or quit for good, putting down the bottle isn't easy. But help is at hand! Ange Chappel is a North Shore Mum who has recently launched a life-changing app called Mind The Sip – helping thousands of people re-evaluate the role of alcoh…

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Democratic Schools: An alternative to the traditional school system 27:53

2+ y ago27:53

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Have you ever heard about a 'Democratic School', but not sure how a school following this model of education actually works? In this week's episode of The Parenting Couch, Rachel & Sarah talk to Wendy Pettit from Currambena Primary School in Lane Cove to understand what makes a Democratic Education so special. Democratic Schools promote learning in…

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How to be a great parent, with Dr Justin Coulson 37:17

2+ y ago37:17

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Want to know how to be a GREAT parent? Not a half-baked parent. Not a ‘good-enough’ parent. A great parent? Dr Justin Coulson joins Rachel & Sarah on The Parenting Couch podcast to share his insights into a revolutionary parenting style that will transform the way you 'parent' your kids. About Dr Justin Coulson Dr Justin Coulson is the co-host of t…

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Easy ways to fit movement into your day, with Lizzie Williamson 38:45

2+ y ago38:45

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When exercise feels impossible, Lizzie Williamson makes it easy. Whether you’re brushing your teeth, waiting for the kettle to boil or hanging out the washing, Lizzie's Two Minute Moves are all about making energy-boosting movement part of your everyday. We all know that we should be moving more, but sometimes it can feel impossible to find the tim…

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Real Estate: Myths vs. Reality with Buyers Agent, Henny Stier 39:18

2+ y ago39:18

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If you’re buying or selling property at the moment, you’re probably getting lots of opinions and advice from well-meaning friends and family. So how do you know whose advice to follow? In this episode, local Buyers Agent Henny Stier shares her expert answers to some of the most common real estate myths to help you sort fact from fiction. Does a swi…

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Parenting without anger. Tips from Psychologist, Renee Mill 38:17

2+ y ago38:17

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Do you dream of happy and cooperative children, who do what you ask without you needing to yell? Parenting without anger is something most of us probably aspire to, but the reality is that situations can sometimes escalate before we can calm down. In this interview, senior clinical psychologist Renée Mill shares invaluable tips to help parents mana…

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Tips for starting a business, from an inspiring Mumpreneur 33:56

2+ y ago33:56

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Have you ever thought about launching a new product? We speak to entrepreneur Laura Campbell who saw the need for a baby carrier that didn't break your back... so she created one herself! Here, she shares her business journey from idea to the launch of the Hackerlily HipSurfer! Got yourself a Stage 9 Clinger? Or perhaps a teether, light sleeper or …

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Domestic Violence & how to leave an abusive partner 32:41

2+ y ago32:41

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In Australia, one in four women have experienced domestic violence in their life. Tragically, one woman in Australia is murdered every week by her partner. And there's an alarming increase in the number of North Shore Mums who are reaching out for advice and support as a result of abuse at home in our Facebook group. In this episode of The Parentin…

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Rising home loan rates. Tips to cope with My Money Sorted CEO, Dan Brown 33:50

2+ y ago33:50

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Has your home loan been steadily increasing over the last couple of years? Are you about to come off a very low interest rate? We speak to financial planner Daniel Brown who shares some golden nuggets about what you can do to ride the interest rate rise. If you've got a mortgage, like most Australians, you're no doubt facing increasing financial st…

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Tips to support your teen through the big issues with EPIC CEO Madeleine Steel 31:04

2+ y ago31:04

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Got a teen? As you enter the world of parenting a teenager, there are a whole range of new parenting challenges to face. No longer are you worrying about bed wetting, tantrums or fussy eating… you now might need to support your child through more serious issues like self harm, eating disorders or school refusal. If you’ve got a teenager, it’s quite…