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Season 2 | Episode 8 | Help Your Kids with Burnout | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that is becoming increasingly common among children and young people: burnout.

In this episode, we explore:

• What burnout can look like in children and why it’s often mistaken for tiredness, laziness, or a lack of motivation

• Some of the pressures that can contribute to burnout, from school and extracurricular activities to social expectations

• How you can recognise the signs early and support your child in finding a healthier balance

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle reassurance, and real-life insights to help families understand burnout and respond with empathy and confidence.

Whether your child seems emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by daily demands, or simply isn't quite themselves, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped with practical ways to support their wellbeing.

Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts!

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 7 | Help Your Kids with The Manosphere | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many parents are becoming increasingly aware of: the manosphere.

In this episode, we explore:

• What the manosphere is and why it's gaining so much attention online

• Why young people can be drawn towards this type of content and the influence it can have on their beliefs, relationships, and self-esteem

• How you can have open, supportive conversations with your child and encourage healthy critical thinking in the digital world

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical insights, gentle guidance, and real-life strategies to help families navigate difficult online influences with confidence and compassion.

Whether you're concerned about the content your child is consuming online or simply want to better understand the conversations shaping young people's lives today, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support your child.

Contact us at [email protected]

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts!

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids with Comparison | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many children and young people struggle with: comparison.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why children naturally compare themselves to others and how this can affect their confidence and self-esteem

• The impact of social media, friendships, and everyday pressures on the way children see themselves

• What you can do to help your child build self-worth and appreciate their own unique strengths

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help families navigate comparison with compassion and confidence.

Whether your child is comparing their appearance, friendships, achievements, or abilities, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support them in a world that often encourages comparison.

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts!

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids with Therapy | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many parents are curious about but often feel unsure of: therapy.

In this episode, we explore:

• What therapy for children actually looks like and how it works

• Some of the signs that your child may benefit from additional support

• Where to find support

• How to de-stigmatise the idea of therpay

• How therapy can help children understand their emotions and develop healthy coping strategies

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical insights, gentle reassurance, and real-life experiences to help take the mystery out of therapy and answer some of the questions families often have.

Whether you're considering therapy for your child, wondering if now is the right time to seek support, or simply wanting to understand more about the therapeutic process, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and confident in your parenting journey.

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 4 | Help Your Kids with Body Image | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that affects children and young people more than ever before: body image.

In this episode, we explore:

• How children develop beliefs about their bodies and appearance

• The impact of social media, peers, and everyday conversations

• What parents can do to help build confidence, self-worth, and a positive body image

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help families navigate this important topic with confidence and compassion.

Whether your child is becoming more aware of their appearance, comparing themselves to others, or struggling with self-esteem, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support them.

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 3 | Help Your Kids… with Motivation

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic many parents find themselves thinking about: motivation.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why motivation can look different from child to child
• What might really be going on when children seem “unmotivated”
• How you can encourage confidence, independence, and resilience without pressure or conflict

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help you better understand what drives your child and how to support them in a healthy, sustainable way.

Whether your child is struggling with schoolwork, routines, confidence, or simply finding their spark, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and connected in your parenting journey.

Get in touch with Mish and Shelley > [email protected]

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 2 | Help Your Kids… with Emotionally Based School Avoidance

Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids.

Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic many families are navigating right now: emotionally based school avoidance.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why some children find it genuinely difficult to attend school
• How anxiety and overwhelm can show up in different ways
• What you can do to support your child, even when things feel stuck or uncertain
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Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights that can make a meaningful difference during challenging school mornings.

Whether your child is struggling to attend, feeling anxious about school, or finding transitions particularly tough, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and supported in your parenting journey.

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 1 | Help Your Kids… with Neurodiversity | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome to Season 2 of Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids!

Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many people are navigating more and more everyday : neurodiversity.

In this episode, we explore:

• What neurodiversity really means, and why every child’s brain works in its own unique way
• How neurodivergence can show up differently from child to child
• Practical ways you can support your child to feel understood, confident, and accepted

Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights that can make a meaningful difference at home and at school.

Whether your child has a diagnosis, is waiting for support, or you’re simply noticing that they experience the world a little differently, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and empowered in your parenting journey.

Keep in touch with your hosts

Dr Mish Seabrook LinkedIn

Shelley Smith LinkedIn

Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 1 | Episode 6 | Help Your Kids … by Helping Yourself | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome back to Help Your Kids, if you’ve been feeling stretched thin as a parent, this is the podcast for you!

In this episode, your hosts Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, flip the script - because sometimes, the best way to support your child is by taking care of you first!

We know parenting can be all-consuming, and putting your own needs on the backburner might feel like the norm. But what if prioritising your wellbeing actually made you a more present, calm, and connected parent?

Here’s what we explore

• Why self-care isn't selfish, it’s essential
• How kids are deeply influenced by the emotional climate around them
• Simple ways to check in with yourself (even when you're short on time or energy)
• What to do when guilt creeps in, and how to reframe it
• The impact of modelling healthy boundaries, rest, and emotional regulation for your kids.

Taking care of yourself isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being real, and giving your child the gift of a parent who’s human too.

As always, we’re right here with you - helping you build more clarity, calm, and connection, one step at a time.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 1 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids … with Grief | Help Your Kids Podcast

Welcome back to Help Your Kids, the podcast that helps you navigate the most sensitive parts of parenting.

In this episode, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, gently explore a topic that touches every family at some point - grief. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a pet, a friendship, a school, or even just routine. Grief is an emotional response to change - and change happens all the time.

Handled with honesty and compassion, we cover :

• Why every person’s experience of grief is unique, and why that’s okay
• How to acknowledge grief, no matter how big or small
• How grief can feel like loosing a part of yourself, and how to make peace with that
• The role of closure and how endings and conversations can help kids (and adults) process the situation
• Ways to support your child’s grief journey even while you're still figuring out your own

As always, we’re here for you. Supporting your child through grief may bring up emotions you weren’t expecting, that’s part of the journey. You’re not alone.

New episodes drop every other Monday. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts.

Produced by Paragon Creative Studios

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.