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Losing someone you love is a challenge for adults, so how do we help our children understand feelings of grief and loss? Emotional literacy means understanding your emotions - and some emotions are harder than others. Hannah Davison is a co-author of theMy Big Moments series of picture books. One of the books deals with death and grief, it's called Goodbye CometHannah explains how we can help children understand death and how to deal with their grief. Hannah mentions Let It Goand How Do I Feel by Rebekah Lipp and Craig Phillips..

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If you own a dog or a puppy and you're about to have your first baby, you might be wondering how your dog is going to handle your latest bundle of joy. After all - they (the dog) was your first love, right? Jennifer Tate is the co-author of How to Train Your Dogand runs an animal training business with her husband. She's also a mum-of-three, so she's had plenty of practice introducing dogs to their new human family. Jen explains some of the dos and don'ts of bringing your human baby home to your fur-baby.

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Parenting is full of joy and sacrifice; raising small humans means you're often putting someone you love very much first. Dr Kerry Howells is a gratitude researcher and author of Untangling You: How can I be grateful when I feel so resentful?Kerry believes that the secret in living a happier life is to actively practice gratitude, and that part of that practice is understanding the role that resentment plays in your life. In this episode she looks specifically at parenting, and the ways resentment can build due to the many sacrifices parents make.

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Feed Play Love The following is ahighlight episode, back due to popular demand.According to Beyond Blue one in three women will experience anxiety over their lifetime. Given the many balls that mothers are constantly juggling, and the social pressure on mothers to be everything to everyone, it's no surprise that many have anxiety. In this episode from the archive Dr Jodi Richardson explains how mothers can turn their anxiety around. Jodi's book is called Anxious Mums, How mums can turn their anxiety into strength,

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When babies and small children don't sleep, eat well or misbehave you try what you know, what your friends know and what your family knows. Sometimes you get to the point where you need to ask an expert. Jo Ryan is a baby sleep expert with over 20 years experience working with babies and children. On this episode of she tackles the following challenges:Helpline

• A 4-year-old who is getting up at 5am to wee every morning
• A 10-week-old who has been rolling on to their side to sleep
• A 4-year-old who transitioned to a mattress on the floor and now gets into their parents' bed every night
• A 10-week-old who hates baths
• The best feed and sleep routine for a 12-week-old
• A 3-year-old fussy eater
• A 9-month-old snacking through the night

If you would like an online appointment with Jo Ryan you can book her through Babyology’s Parent School. You can also find Jo’s routines for different ages here. To take part in the next Live Helpline and get your question answered, you can contact us by doing any of the following: Email us at [email protected], ask your question during the Babyology Facebook live on Mondays from AEST 8.15pm or leave your question in our Babyology Helpline Facebook group. Need help or advice right now? Book in a one-on-one session with a Parent School expert

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Statistically most Australians live near the ocean. Now that summer is fast approaching many of us have already ventured in for a dip. But the ocean is not our natural habitat, and sometimes the creatures that live in the sea can sting. Sarah Hunstead is the CEO of CPR Kids. Sarah takes us through the most common stingers you might encounter in the ocean, where you'll find them, and what to do if you or someone you know is stung. In this interview Sarah talks about the Australian Bites and Stings.

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Bringing your baby home for the first time can be daunting. Babies are so vulnerable, so dependent on you for survival. In an attempt to help parents at this demanding time, different peak bodies in Australia have joined together for Baby Safety Month . Melanie Courtney is the CEO of Kidsafe Victoria and Jane Wiggill is the Chief Midwife at Red Nose Australia. Together they talk about the safest way to put your baby to sleep, and getting out and about.The resource mentioned in the interview is the Tribemagazine.

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Having a baby can be an all-consuming experience. Between getting lost in their smiles and lost without sleep it can be difficult to find your way back to any sense of self. Sallyanne Hartnell is a women's relationship coach. She believes that becoming a mother can be the next step in your evolution. Sallyanne explains how you can find time to reflect on where you are at, and come to a clearer sense of you- post motherhood.

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Our pelvic floor health can be key to making a successful recovery from child birth. In this interview from our archives, Amy Dawes, CEO of the Australasian Birth Trauma Association explains how proper care can make a real difference (and how to get the right care).

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Feed Play LoveThe following is a highlight episode, back due to popular demand.Raising small children is full of challenges. They may be waking through the night, refusing food or behaving in confusing ways. Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue has been helping parents solve these dilemmas for over 30 years. Today she gives advice on:

• A two and a half-year-old trying to drop a needed nap
• A twenty-two month old who sleeps well at night, but not-so-well during the day
• Managing challenging toddler behaviours
• A twenty-two-month-old procrastinating at bedtime
• A three-and-a-half year-old rejecting dad
• A four-month-old having short naps
• A 12-month-old waking several times at night for a breastfeed.

Chris Minogue is available for one on one consultations through Babyology’s Parent School. will be back next Monday. You can contact us by doing any of the following: Email us at [email protected], ask your question during the Babyology Facebook live on Monday from AEDT 8.15pm or leave your question in our Babyology Helpline Facebook group. Need help or advice right now? Book in a one-on-one session with a Parent School expert.Helpline

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