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  • Domestic Violence In the COVID-19 Era I Dr Lurve
    Disappointingly, domestic violence has always been an issue in Australia and around the world. 

    While the stay at home era has been a wonderful time indoors with loved ones, it hasn’t necessarily been the case for those who are victims of domestic violence. If anything, COVID-19 has become a breeding ground for it. 
    For many families and women who were already experiencing domestic abuse before this pandemic, the news of lockdown restrictions was the worst news imaginable. 

    As we start to phase out the lockdown, Domestic Violence is a subject we need to start speaking about more in the hope that anyone that has suffered feels supported and knows where and how they can seek the help they need. 

    To do this, we welcome our special guest, Dr Lurve a psychology expert specialising in relationships. With many of her clients experiencing Domestic Violence, Dr Lurve will talk to us today about the fears around personal safety for anyone who has suffered abuse during the COVID epidemic

    We ask Dr Lurve questions including:

    Can you help define what is domestic violence is?  Is it restricted to physical abuse only? If not, what else constitutes abuse by a perpetrator? 

    How has this time of self-quarantine due to the Coronavirus pandemic impacted the increase in Domestic Violence? 

    As a relationship expert you would be aware more than anyone else that during the lockdown, families would have experienced pressures for the first time.
    As a relationship expert you would be aware more than anyone else that during the lockdown, families would have experienced pressures for the first time.s caused a lot of stress on many levels. Abuse may be something that has resulted from the pressures associated with the pandemic, such as substance abuse.  What advice do you have for someone in this situation at the moment?

    What about neighbours, friends and family. As lockdown restrictions are beginning to lift, what do you suggest someone should do if they find out and or suspect a loved one has been a victim of abuse during COVID-19?

    During the last few weeks interestingly, there has not been an increase in calls to helplines, and there was not an increase of cases being reported to authorities.  This was because victims had little access to resources, restrictions for seeing health care professionals and lack of visibility in the community, The majority of violence during COVID-19 has been undetected which means they were not being reported to authorities. If someone experienced abuse during lockdown, where do you suggest they start? 

    A large majority of family violence cases are reported by early educators and school teachers as it is mandatory for them to notify authorities about children who are being abused in the home. With the phasing back with a return to school, do you think that teachers may see an increase of cases? 

    One of the questions we hear time and time again is “Why doesn't she just leave?” We need to stop blaming survivors for staying and start supporting them. Why do so many victims of abuse stay? How can we support them better? 

    One of the most common reasons why domestic violence ended in serious injury and in some cases domestic homicide was because the victim was separated from the person who killed her, or she was getting ready to separate from him. What needs to change to stop this from happening

    The COVID-19 era isn't yet over. Could you share your tips for families to stay safe from family and domestic violence during this time?
 What are your Staying safe tips during COVID-19 for family and domestic violence
    For Dr Lurve's full article please visit: https://kiddipedia.com.au/increase-in-domestic-violence-at-this-time-of-self-quarantine-due-to-covid-19/
  
    For more information visit:  www.drlurve.com
    @dr.lurve
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    39 min
  • A New Day Will Come, But A Pretty Special One Is Right Here I Alex Ryvchin
    The art of storytelling has been around since time began. 

    As long as there have been people, there have been stories handed down from generation to generation as far back as Ancient Egyptian civilisations and even here in Australia with Aboriginal Art CAVE paintings that date back thousands of years. 

    Stories are part of every culture around the globe. 

    Without knowing it, we are surrounded by stories each and every day - that being through songs on the radio, movies, tv, podcasts... 

    When you think about it, a storyteller holds the key that connects straight to our emotions with the power to make an imprint on our hearts and minds.
    They have the ability to capture our imagination and transport us to another place, and what a gift that really is. 

    Today we are welcome a wonderful storyteller, Alex Ryvchin: a writer, public speaker and advocate.
    Alex writes for leading publications and speaks around the world on issues relating to foreign and national affairs, Religious conflict and is a regular commentator on TV and radio. He worked for a member of the state legislator as a researcher and speechwriter before practising law at 2 of the world’s largest law first in Sydney and then in London.
    He is the author of two books and now the children’s book 'A New Day'. 

    We ask Alex questions including: 

    Telling stories is a large part of what makes us as human beings connect to each other. What are your thoughts on this? 

    The power of storytelling, it’s far more than just reading words of a story out loud. An author has the ability to provide us with a lens for us to look through to see and feel what they want us to. It’s a pretty powerful thing don’t you think? 

    Why do you think storytelling is such an important part of our daily lives?
    In the past, you’ve written other novels on the topics of history and politics. How did you connect the two and come to write a children's book? 

    Can you tell us a little about the book, A New Day, what inspired you to write it? 

    The book to bring comfort, happiness and strength to families, why do you think that is so important at the moment? 

    What lessons do you hope children learn from the book? 

    What do you think children will remember from the COVID-19 era? 

    In the last few months, we have seen a massive shift across the world. We have seen our lives completely change. What message do you feel compelled to share with parents that can help them see with a positive perspective and not only that that but will assist them to thrive? 

    What change do you want to see in the world? 

     
    For Alex's full article please go to: 
 https://kiddipedia.com.au/a-new-day-will-come-but-a-pretty-special-one-is-right-here/
    To purchase a copy of A New Day go to: https://www.alexryvchin.com/a-new-day
    https://www.bookdepository.com/New-Day-Alex-R…/9780646817149
    A percentage of all proceeds from Australian sales will be donated to The Smith Family and to other charities helping vulnerable families for sales in other markets.
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    34 min
  • The Importance Of Movement And Dance For Children Home In Isolation I Belinda Agostino
    The stay at home era has meant children, for the short term, have had to stay in and miss out on a lot of the fun stuff they are used to doing.
    This has meant, is that parents have had to be resourceful in finding new and exciting means to keep the kids entertained and engaged whilst being home and safe with you.
    Our special guest, Belinda Agostino a busy Mum and Co-creator of Ready Set Dance, talks to us today about the benefits of movement for preschoolers whilst they're home in isolation.
    Ready Set Dance has partnered up with the #1 kids entertainment brand in the world, Nickelodeon, to create a Ready Set Dance TV show!
    We ask Belinda questions including:
    Why is movement, and dance, in particular, so important for preschoolers home in isolation?
    What are the benefits of dance for not just children, but parents as well?
    When creating the show, how did you ensure you keep the preschooler's attention focused and what can parents learn from this that they can adapt to their everyday lives?
    The TV program introduces preschoolers to the world of dance and they learn a few positive dispositions including three C’s: confidence, coordination and creativity. Why did you choose these particular virtues to teach to children, why are they so important for children to learn?
    Preschoolers also learn about enthusiasm, independence, concentration, persistence, cooperation. Why did you choose these particular virtues to teach to children, why are they so important for children to learn?
    Why is it important to develop a children's show based on this type of education?
    What have you been doing through the COVID-19 era to help keep preschoolers engaged?
    How has the show been received amongst preschoolers and parents?
    #Nickelodeon
    Instagram: READY SET DANCE OFFICIAL: https://www.instagram.com/readysetdanceofficial/
    https://www.instagram.com/nickjr_au/
    Facebook: READY SET DANCE: https://www.facebook.com/READYSETDANCE/
    https://www.facebook.com/NickJrANZ/
    Nickelodeon Australia: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nickelodeon-australia/
    YouTube: READY SET DANCE:
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj1pAhsJCqMMcmAeQJgOc9wNick Jr: https://www.youtube.com/user/nickelodeonjuniorfr
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    24 min
  • Preventing Burnout As A Mum I Francesca Pinzone
    Throughout this pandemic how have you taken care of yourself? After being kept indoors for so long, if you were to honestly rate your tiredness on a score of 1 to 10 (10 being total exhaustion) where would you be?
    As lovely as the stay at home era is, it's been exhausting.
    Despite that life, before COVID-19 was busy and tiring enough, the lockdown has somehow managed to put an extra layer of stress on top of our already busy lives. This left many parents feeling burnt out which is not good for anyone.
    So how can we prevent burnout? We welcome our special guest, Francesca Pinzone to talk with us on this topic.
    Francesca Pinzone is a busy mum of 3 young children and is the Co-Founder and COO of Umbo, a social enterprise that addresses one of Australia’s biggest hidden problems which is access to speech and occupational therapy in regional Australia.
    With over 12 years of experience working in non-profit organisations overseas in Pakistan, UNICEF in India and Can Teen in Australia, she currently teaches at the University of New South Wale with the “Centre for Social Impact”
    We ask Francesca questions including:
    Do you think the fatigue and tiredness parents are feeling is mental exhaustion caused by stress and anxiety?
    Why is it important parents keep tabs on their energy levels and ensure they keep replenishing them?
    In the article, you list things you do to ensure we maintain some level of control, could you go through them with us?
    As a Co-Founder and COO of a social enterprise, university lecturer and mother of three, how are you currently prioritising your time and managing the various responsibilities in your life during the pandemic?
    You, like a lot of mums at the moment, had a lot on your plate before the pandemic, and now there's homeschooling, working from home and so much more. How are you managing your mental health during this time?
    How do you know when you're close to burnout and for others thinking they're going through burnout or can see it's not far away, what's your advice to them?
    Why do you think parents leave it till it’s too late to realise we’re burnt out?
    Being optimistic about the future and having things to look forward to by planning ahead and setting goals for things to achieve in after lockdown can also help put us into a positive state of mind, reduce anxiety, illness and reduce fatigue. What are your thoughts on this?
    For Francesa's full article please visit: https://kiddipedia.com.au/preventing-burnout-as-a-mum/
     
    For more information on Umbo and  Francesca:
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-pinzone-18570b5/
    Umbo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umboaus/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umboaus/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/umboaus?lang=en
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    37 min
  • The Top 5 Problems Encountered By Parents & How To Overcome Them I Jason Kimberley
    As many states and territories begin testing and staggering back to school in various forms, this doesn’t yet mean that life is back to normal. 
 

    For many parents, this, unfortunately, means that distant and home learning isn't off our radars - just yet (and we all know how much you’ve been loving the experience of homeschooling so far.) 

    This means that the pressure is still on for parents to keep their children engaged and motivated and learning whilst they help facilitate remote learning outside the classroom.  

    To discuss this today we welcome Jason Kimberley, CEO, Cool Australia about the challenges parents face as they attempt to continue to inspire and motivate kids to learn from home. 

    Jason Kimberley is a father of three children aged between 10 and 15 years.  He launched Cool Australia in August 2008 to make education, interesting, practical, meaningful and engaging. Today Cool Australia’s real-world educational content is used in 90% of Australian schools and has a growing footprint across New Zealand.
    We ask Jason questions including: 

    How can parents help continue supporting their kids in the unusual living environment we’re all experiencing?  

    It’s been said that one of the biggest challenges parents are facing is keeping the kids motivated. Why do you think this is so, and what advice do you have for parents that could help?
    As many students embark on a staggered return to the classroom, we are going to slowly undo some of the good work we’ve been doing with setting schedule and structure, this may make them feel unstuck. What are your thoughts on how this could impact them? 
    How can we best help children with the transition back into the classroom?
    How can parents motivate their children in the last few weeks of homeschooling?
    How can parents make learning fun whilst at home?   
    How can parent’s incorporate real-world learning into their child’s day?  
    What positives will children and the educators take from this time of being at home? 

    For Jason's full article please go to: 
 https://kiddipedia.com.au/the-top-five-problems-encountered-by-parents-and-how-to-combat-them-by-jason-kimberley-cool-australia/ 

    For more information please visit https://www.coolaustralia.org/
    @CoolAustralia
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    30 min
  • 5 Online Wellbeing Tips To Live, Learn & Work From Home I Martine Oglethorpe
    There’s no doubt in these last these few months that life has been tough with entire families living on top of each other, trying their best to juggle living, working and learning from home, under each other's noses and one roof, 24/7. 

    When you think about it, it really is a recipe for disaster. Talking about recipes, at least they come directions and step by step instructions. COVID-19 surely didn’t. 

    With everyone trying their best, it doesn’t hurt to have some guidance and help to get us through this challenging time. And that’s what this chat is about today. 

    Sharing her expert tips today we welcome Martine Oglethorpe, Digital Wellbeing and Online Safety Educator and otherwise known as 'The Modern Parent'. 

    Martine Oglethorpe is a mother to five boys with a background in secondary education and a Masters in counselling. 

    We ask Martine questions including:
    How can parents best support their kids online whilst at home? 

    Studies have shown us that when children are in a regular routine and can recall times in their day that they can rely on something happening, then they are more likely to feel a sense of well being and security. Can you tell us a little more about this?
    What about transitioning back to school? How will parents manage the changes again and how will kids manage the reduction in screen time and a return to the possibility of firmer boundaries? 

    Social media has helped us stay connected at a time when we have been physically been segregated. However, one of the negative things about it is that it many people, consciously or subconsciously, compare their lives to others. This is not great given we're more sensitive at the moment. What's your advice for anyone that has found themselves in this situation lately?
    Not sure how many of us would have been able to get through these last few months without access to the online world. As a Digital Well Being and Safety Officer, what can you see be the pros and cons of the online world at this time?

    How can families best ensure their mental well being and manage online addictions when we have 24/7 access to the likes of Netflix and other internet streaming entertainment services?

    Dopamine. What are your thoughts, do you think Aussies have an addiction to it and what are the concerning side effect it causes us? 

    Gaming, such as Fortnight, exposes children to a continued adrenalised state, which can be addictive. What are your thoughts on this?  

    For Martine's full article please go to: 
 https://kiddipedia.com.au/5-wellbeing-tips-to-live-learn-and-work-from-home/   
    For more information please visit https://themodernparent.net/ @TheModernParent
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    40 min
  • Importance Of Communication In Isolation I Trish Corbett
    Irrespective of what continent you’re on, or which country you live in, we're all connected by the same challenges of social isolation.  

    Human beings are a tribal species. We need to be connected with each other through a sense of kinship and social bonding.  

    On the flip side of this, when we are disconnected we fall into negative emotions such as depression, frustration, irritabilities etc  

    That said, communication is important more now than ever.  

    To help talk to us more about this we welcome our special guest, Trish Corbett, author of ‘How To Raise Kids With Integrity – for Parents, Child Care Educators & Teachers’. She is also the founder of Ethical Foundations – helping you raise kids with integrity.  

    We ask Trish questions including:  

    How do you see social isolation has enabled us to build better quality relationships?  

    Do you think that once this is all over that there will be a shift in behaviours or, do you think that the large majority of people will stay the same?  

    The perception, over the past few years, was most people are far too dependent on their electronic devices. However, it’s ironic these devices have helped get us through this time as they've allowed us to communicate with loved ones. What are your thoughts on this? 
    What are the 3 main character traits you see that can help support us during this time?  

    Is there a connection between the 3 character traits?
    What key lessons do you think this time will teach our children?
    For Trish's full article please go to: 
 https://kiddipedia.com.au/communication-in-isolation/
    For more information please visit: https://ethicalfoundations.com.au/ @ethicalfoundations.au
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    33 min
  • Introduction Of Virtual Mother's Groups In The COVID-19 Era I Belinda Joyce
    The need for a new mum to have connection and support from other parents has been around since time began. We’ve all heard the saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ This saying really strikes a chord with many parents as our busy lives mean we've lost a sense of community and support.
    Parenting groups in Australia have been provided by city councils and their maternal and child health nurses since the 1920s. But due to social isolation, we’re all facing due to COVID-19 this has all had to stop. This means that new mums with little help and support at a time in their lives when they need their village around them more than ever.
    To help talk with us about this today is our special guest Belinda Joyce, a midwife, maternal & child health nurse with over 20 years experience.She is also a mother of four and author of 'Survive and Enjoy Your Baby'.
    We ask Belinda questions including:
    What are the major changes have COVID-19 meant for mums with newborn babies and their relationship with maternal and child health nurses?
    How are new mums feeling at this time with reduced access to support and new mothers groups?
    Why do you think it is so important for new mums to have the support of a mothers group?
    What are the benefits of a mother attending a mothers group?
    With the changes, we’re currently living through, do you think we will see an increase in postnatal depression?
    What are the differences between Mother’s Groups and Playgroups?
    What happens when a mother possibly isn’t enjoying mother’s group and or isn’t comfortable in the company of some of the other mums?
    Why would you see that a mum would need to attend a mothers group for a second time?
    What are new parents missing out on due to the lockdown?
    Why did you start the virtual mother's group?
    What does a virtual mothers group look like?
    For Belinda's full article go to :https://kiddipedia.com.au/giving-new-parents-a-virtual-village-to-help-raise-their-baby/
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    25 min
  • Why We Should Nurture Our Children's Connection With The Natural World I Sally Gillespie
    2020 will undoubtedly be a year we will never forget. 
    Starting with our devastating bushfires, drought, climate disruption and now the COVID-19 pandemic. 
    On a positive note in recent weeks we have seen the inarguably encouraging effects social isolation has brought our planet with animals returning to their natural habitat, dolphins swimming in the canals in Venice and reduced pollution in major cities. It’s like mother earth, Gaia is being allowed to heal, rejuvenate and breathe a sigh of relief for the first time in thousands of years. 
    Each of these events should be teaching us something. When we learn it is our responsibility to teach the lesson to our children to ensure history does not repeat itself. 
    Children naturally have a strong connection with our natural world, it's our role to protect our planet for the sake of our children, their children’s children and generations to come.
    To talk to us about this today is our special guest, Sally Gillespie. 
    Sally is a writer and lecturer in the fields of ecopsychology and climate psychology. 
    She gained her PhD at Western Sydney University, researching the psychological experience of engaging with climate issues. She then wrote her book Climate Crisis and Consciousness: Reimagining our world and ourselves (Routledge) to make what she learnt accessible to the general public. 
    We ask Sally questions including: 
    You mention that now more than ever is the time to nurture our children’s and our own connection with the natural world,  could you explain a little more about why you think it is so important for children to learn to love and cherish our planet? 
    How is the COVID19 virus making us more aware of human-caused ecological destruction's in our world?
    What can we do from home and with our families to care more for our environment at this time of quarantine?
    How can we keep up the campaign for climate action during this time? 
    In the article, you speak about the fact that Children’s outdoor life has been eroded in recent generations. That Urbanisation, digitalisation and education and parenting practices all contribute to what Richard Louv, author of the groundbreaking book Last Child in the Woods describes as a nature deficit disorder caused by decreased outdoor experience and play. Can you tell us a little more about this philosophy? 
    For Sally's full article please visit: 
     
     https://kiddipedia.com.au/loving-children-loving-nature/ 
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    26 min
  • What Is A Doula & What Options Do Women Have During COVID-19 I Renee Adair Australian Doula College
    Have you heard of a Doula before? No?
    Well, that’s Ok because today we will we welcome our special guest Renee Adair to talk all about it and discuss what is their role is in the ever-changing landscape during this COVID-19 pandemic.
    Renee Adair is the founder and principal educator of the Australian Doula College, The Groundwork Program and the charity-arm Doula Heart Network.
    Renee first began working with women and babies in 1994 and has also created the first Doula research in Australia which was published in the Journal of Perinatal Education in 2013.
    We ask Renee a series of questions including:
    What is a Doula? & What are the benefits of hiring one? 
    Are there added pressures and stresses to the job at the moment due to COVID-19 that would make a Doula’s job harder?
    At what stage of the pregnancy should you consider hiring a Doula?
    Do you suggest interviewing a doula? If so, what questions do you suggest to ask?
    What would you typically discuss in prenatal meetings with a doula?
    What are the benefits of a doula being present at the birth of a child?
    How long do Doulas stay postpartum?
    Can a Doula be male?
    Are there added pressures and stresses to the job at the moment due to COVID-19 that would make a Doula’s job harder?
    What is happening for women having a baby during COVID19?
    How have birth plans changed due to the COVID-19 restrictions?
    With Doulas not being able to attend the labour and birth in the hospital, partners need to step up. What advice would you give to them as the main support person in the room?
    What options do women have during COVID-19?
    How are Doulas still working with those women and families?
    For more information please visit
    https://kiddipedia.com.au/author/australian-doula-college/
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    39 min

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