In the busyness of parenting it can sometimes be really hard to think about and actively look after our own wellbeing. It's often referred to as the 'burnt chop' syndrome for Mums - we'll take the burnt chop giving the other chops to our kids and partner. In this session we'll look at some practical ways to look after you too, and include some quick wellbeing boosting activities that support you, and the kids in stressy times.

Kate and Anna talk through the things that help our kids get ready for school, including supporting kids to feel good about the transition and year ahead. And, because they can't help themselves, they include wellbeing tips for parents too!

Today Kate and Anna talk about heading back to work after the summer break and how we can take the stress out of this. Parents want to be good at their work and their personal/family life - here you learn how that's possible.

The Real Parents team aim to support parents to find their confidence and have more fun parenting.

Today Kate draws on her experience working in family harm and talks through violence towards women in relationships - what this is, how we can identify it, and what we can do about it.

Jen from Qtopia joins Anna to talk about how we can support our rainbow children, teens, and their friends, and the truly positive difference we make when we offer our unconditional love.They also talk all the wonderful work of Qtopia, including for parents and whānau and the difference it makes to talk with others parenting rainbow kids, proudly!

Today Kate and Anna talk about screen time with kids - what are the guidelines, and then how do we make this work as parents when we're busy, need the break and our kids really enjoy their screen time? A candid chat about the good, the not-so-good and the learnings along the way.

Anna talks to Rebekah Ballagh about her new book Let's Go Flo which supports parents and kids with all the things kids need to manage emotions, pay attention and remember instructions. Rebekah is a counsellor, self-development coach, trainer, speaker and very popular author. Join in to hear some great tips on supporting our kids using great books to do so.

Anna attended a school visit from Digital Waitaha, and learned way more than she banked on leading to a really interesting kōrero with her youngest. Join her and Neysa from Digital Waitaha to find out why and how we keep our kids safe online without being super restrictive or scared.

Dr Sue Bagshaw talks with Anna about teens today and what we can do as parents to best support them. She's got some great tips that are really doable and will make a really positive difference for you and your young person.