Kiddipedia Podcast

Isn’t it incredible within one generation how we have seen the transformation of what, when & how we consume food having to adjust to our busy lifestyles?

One would think, if we placed priority on our health & well-being that it would be the other way around. That we would focus on our health first then adjust our lifestyle to support it.

As the pace of life has increased over the past 30 years, so has the production of pre-packed snack foods to support our need to eat on the go.

To share her expert tips, & empower you with the right tools to make healthier food choices for your family we welcome back Siobhan Boyle, CEO of The Good Foundation.

We ask Siobhan questions including:

1. What are your favourite healthy snack alternatives?
2. Are all packaged snacks bad for you?
3. Why is it so important to read the labels?
4. What are your top selection for easy to prepare portable snacks?
5. How can parents not succumb to the pressures from food manufacturing companies advertising campaigns?

 

For Siobhan’s full article, please visit: https://kiddipedia.com.au/homemade-vs-pre-packaged-snacks/

For further information, please go to:

https://www.jamiesministryoffood.com.au/

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Never has there been a time in history when gender stereotypes have been more widely acceptable to not conform to socially defined gender norms.

Who is to say that a boy can’t be sensitive and a girl can't be outspoken and strong!

As many of us would agree, every girl and boy deserves to feel free to express their emotions and be completely themselves without apology. 

It’s about time that we reframes masculinity for a new generation and give boys permission to embrace a new type of masculine identity that feels right for them.

To help talk to us about this we welcome our special guest Jessica Sanders

Jessica Sanders is the bestselling and award winning author ‘Be Your Own Man’ a beautifully written and thoughtful book that encourages a discussion about dealing with feelings and stereotypes for young boys. Jessica’s previous books include “Love Your Body” and “Me Time” which have both been wildly successful around the world.

Jessica is a passionate advocate and social worker whose mission is to support every young person to celebrate the differences within themselves and others.

We ask Jessica questions including:

1. It’s been said that boys have inherited an outdated story around what it means to be male. Can you expand on this a little for us?
2. Do you think that our current definition of what it means to be a male is hurting boys and men? If so, how?
3. Where did your inspiration for this book come from?
4. In your article you list 3 ways you can give a young boy permission to express himself, could you please go through them with us now?
5. Do you think we need to be have to be deliberate in supporting boys to counter these harmful stereotypes and give them permission to talk about their feelings.
6. Why do you think it is important to widen the perspective of children and parents alike when it comes to gender stereotypes?

For Jessica’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/how-parents-can-help-raise-sons-who-practice-positive-masculinity/

For further information, please visit:

https://www.booktopia.com.au/be-your-own-man-jessica-sanders/book/9781922385062.html

http://www.re-shape.info/

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When you discover the exciting news that you're expecting a baby, naturally you’re eager to provide your child with the best possible start to life.

With endless amount of gadgets, & the continued introduction of new technologies, there’s no shortage of innovative items to be excited about filling your nursery with.

However, Australia is officially in a recession as COVID has triggered the biggest economic plunge on record.

So, let’s be realistic about this.

Human beings have successfully procreated & parented their newborns for thousands of years without the need for the newest & best version of everything available in the market.

So... how can we establish what items are deemed as essential on our purchase list & what items can we can do without?

To help ascertain what they are we speak with Karen Faulkner.

Karen is a Registered Midwife of 30 years, Child & Family Health Nurse, Baby Sleep Consultant of 20 years & hold a degree in Psychology among a long list of other qualifications

 

We ask Karen questions including:

1. What are the essential items parents need to build a nursery?
2. What has been the biggest change in setting up the baby's nursery in the past 30 years?
3. Why are we gadget-obsessed when it comes to our babies & their nursery?
4. How would a parent know if their cot is SIDS (Red Nose) safe?
5. What are the 3 most important factors to help promote sleep for the baby's room?
6. Is it possible to use a cot from birth, if so how?
7. What is dock-a-tot snuggle pod and how can they help the transition / the 12-week period immediately after you have had your baby?
8. Why is it important to invest in a good feeding chair?

 

For Karen’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/setting-up-a-nursery-on-a-budget/

 

For further information go to: https://nurtureparenting.com.au/

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Every experience in our lives and our perception of how positive or negative it was is relative to our personal opinion

No two mothers have the same birth story and experience. The same goes for post birth experiences too

This is especially pertinent to mothers who has a traumatic pregnancy, delivery and or post birth experience for the baby and mother

Well today we will speak with an inspirational mother who experienced all of these things and so kindly will share what she learnt and in hindsight would do differently

To talk with us about this today we welcome back Krissy Regan 

Krissy is Founder of Mindful Mums Queensland and author of the new book Broken to Unbreakable, 12 Steps to and Unbreakable Mind, Body and Spirit.  

 

We ask Krissy questions including:

1. Firstly I wanted to acknowledge that you kindly shared that you lost one of your twins
2. Best things to say to someone who has lost a baby?
3. What is ICP (Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy) and what was your experience of it?
4. It is now recognised that women can experience PTSD as a result of trauma around the birth of their children. PTSD is not just exclusively for ex-service men and women. Post-natal depression is widely discussed, post-natal PTSD is less widely discussed. 
5. What is mindfulness meditation and what are the benefits?
6. Mindfulness for Mums is undoubtedly helpful for anyone who are sleep deprived and trying to be in control what are some tips that can be employed?

 

For Krissy’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/mindfully-loving-your-newborn/

For more information, please visit: www.thewellnesspoet.com @thewellnesspoet @mindfulmumsqld

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Raising children is undoubtedly one of the hardest jobs in the world. Interestingly enough, it’s not a role we put on our resumes: despite the hours are 24/7 with more pressure than any paid position we could ever think of. 

Have you ever thought about the additional challenges parents of children with food intolerances face & the many layers of complexity it brings to their lives?

I think it’s important for us to be empathetic to this & mindful of the anguish it can bring each & everyday.

To help show our support we speak with Tarnya Bruinier, qualified Nurse, teacher, Mother to 3 children (2 with intolerances) & Founder of Gourmet You. Tarnya shares expert tips for raising children with intolerances from her personal experiences.

 

We ask Tarnya questions including:

1. As a parent with 2 out of your 3 children with food intolerances, what is it like living with these challenges everyday?
2. Can you tell us first h& what feelings & emotions you experienced as a parent when you first discovered your child had an intolerance?
3. How difficult did you find the transition to adapting to a new lifestyle?
4. In your experience, what have you found to be the hardest part of parenting children with intolerances?
5. Parenting can also be very rewarding, there’s no greater joy than seeing your children thrive despite their intolerances, what is the key to achieving this?
6. Have you found you need to have strong communication with your children, so they also underst& the importance of the risk factors that could affect them?
7. Talking about communication, have you ever found it challenging to explain the importance of the intolerances to friends & family?
8. Can you let us know about some easy ways to adapt recipes for kids?
9. How do you get kids involved in learning about intolerances & cooking?

For Tarnya’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/tips-for-raising-children-with-food-intolerances/

For further information:

https://www.gourmetyou.com.au/

@gourmetyou

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Speaking to children about how to protect their body & their privacy can be an uncomfortable conversation for parents & children. However, it is an incredibly important conversation to have.

In Australia, state & territory governments have the statutory responsibility for protecting children from child abuse & neglect. However as there are separate jurisdictions between each state & territory this can result in some children "falling through the cracks”. Today, in particular we are specifically addressing children living in Rainbow Families (defined as any family with children in which there is one or more LGBTIQA+ parents) as one such demographic.

Today we speak with Karen Craigie, Prosper (Project Australia)’s Executive Director. Prosper (Project Australia) is a multi-award-winning community organisation founded to support disadvantaged children & their families; at home, at school & in the community.

Karen will speak about the unique Gap in child safety programming she had identified & how it has been addressed with a tailored protective behaviours program developed especially for children living in Rainbow Families.

 

We ask Karen questions including:

1. How do Rainbow families face additional complexities in child safety, can you provide examples?
2. What other challenges do children from Rainbow Families face?
3. How are those complexities & issues not typically covered in traditional child protection programming?
4. Why do you think it is important for parents to discuss child protection at home?
5. Where do parents start? What are some simple protective behaviours strategies that parents can teach their children?
6. How has Prosper made it easier for parents to have open discussions on this topic?

 

For Karen’s full article go to:

https://kiddipedia.com.au/new-program-to-help-children-in-rainbow-families-to-stay-safe/   

 

For further information, visit:

www.prosperprojectaustralia.org

www.facebook.com/ProsperProjectAustralia @prosperprojectaustralia

https://twitter.com/Prosper_Aus @Prosper_Aus

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If you’re expecting, & or are a new Mum, & have general questions & concerns about the health benefits of breastfeeding then you’re in the right place.

Today we speak with Melanie McGrice, a leading pre & postnatal dietician, who will be answering the Top 20 questions & discuss most common difficulties new mums experience while breastfeeding.

Melanie McGrice is Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, one of the few dieticians in Australia to achieve that status.

Melanie's success has made her an in-demand practitioner, author & conference speaker. She is a go-to resource for the media, who frequently turn to her for their articles & news segments on nutrition, fertility, pregnancy & women’s health.

We ask Melanie questions including:

1. Is there a connection between starting formula too early & issues with allergies/eczema? 
2. At which point is a baby weaned to formula? Is it a necessity to wean to formula until the baby is able to consume solids?
3. If a Mum is really struggling with breastfeeding, how does she know what sort of formula is best for her baby?
4. Should a Mum be take a nutritional supplement whilst breastfeeding?
5. Are there any foods that help promote the production of breastmilk?
6. Should a mum avoid allergens (such as wheat, cow’s milk & eggs) whilst breastfeeding?
7. Should Mums increase their protein intake whilst breastfeeding?
8. Should Mums try to diet & loose weight whilst breastfeeding?
9. Is it ok to have coffee & wine whilst breastfeeding?

For Melanie’s full article: https://kiddipedia.com.au/your-top-breastfeeding-questions-answered/

For further information:

melaninemcgrice.com

nutritionplus.com.au

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMqzbbepjpirMANLvA2TEQ

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If you’re expecting or have just arrived home with a newborn congratulations! This undoubtedly will be one of the most exciting & incredible experiences in your life.

During the newborn phase, the first 12 weeks of your baby’s life can be overwhelming - physically, emotionally, & mentally.

To help provide a gentle road map for the newborn weeks, with helpful, practical expert tips how you can set up healthy sleep habits we speak with baby sleep expert Emma O’Callaghan.

Emma is a mother of 3 & has a background as a Midwife & IVF Reproductive Nurse Specialist compliments her Certification as an Infant & Child Sleep Consultant.

Emma has over 20 years working within both a hospital & community setting & extensive experience in working with infants & children in their formative years.

 

We ask Emma questions including:

1. What are some of the more common challenges parents face during the initial 12 weeks?
2. How can parents help adjust their newborn to the outside world?
3. What is maternal melatonin? How long does the really sleepy state last for?
4. At what point do babies develop their circadian rhythm?
5. How can we help babies distinguish between day & night?
6. How long should parents keep their babies awake for?
7. How often should you wake your baby for a feed?
8. How can you encourage the longer stretches of sleep to occur overnight?
9. Should you wake your baby during the night to feed?
10. Any tips for swaddling & noise?
11. What developments should we start to see by now?
12. How can we help our babies with their own melatonin production?

 

For Emma’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/newborns-&-sleep-the-roadmap/

 

For further information, visit:

www.babysleepexpert.com.au

Insta @babysleep.expert

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The 9 months leading up to the birth of a baby is a time of planning preparation. Depending on how the pregnancy came about & the type of relationship the parents are in, this time can deliver any number of scenarios & experiences from blissfully happy to intensely challenging.

All of these situations will have an impact on the sense of connection between the couple, & the beginnings of the connection with the baby.

 To discuss how couples can make the most of the lead-up to the babies arrival we welcome our special guest Elisabeth Shaw, CEO, Relationships Australia NSW.

Elisabeth is a clinical & counselling psychologist with extensive experience in relationships services. She has taught at ACU, UNSW & Newcastle Universities in areas of clinical practice, management & professional ethics, and routinely presents and publishes work in these areas. She is also a senior consultant & chair of the board for many leading organisations.

 

We ask Elisabeth questions including:

1. How can parents use this preparation time to strengthen their connection?
2. Is this a time to work hard to build a common vision?
3. How can parents best approach tricky situations with friends & family?
4. How important is it for the parents to be united in their decisions? 

 

For Elisabeth’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/preparing-for-your-first-baby-from-the-practical-to-the-great-unknown/

 

For further information please go to:

https://www.relationshipsnsw.org.au/

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I think we’d all agree that the birth of child is a divine miracle, during the 9 months in the lead up to the baby’s arrival a women’s body goes through many physical transformations. Despite that every women will have their own unique experience there are many physical experiences that remain the same.

To help talk to us about what they are, and how you can best overcome any of these changes, and discomforts, we welcome our special guest Rachel Simpson

Rachel is a women’s health educator, a Physiotherapist, Nutritionist and health coach and natural fertility educator. Her obsession is teaching women how to take control of their health as she teaches women all the things we never learnt in health class- that being about periods, pregnancy and pelvic floor.

Today, Rachel is going to provide expert information and advice about the physical changes women experience during and after pregnancy.

 

We ask Rachel questions including:

1.  What are some of the most common physical changes a women’s body goes through to make room for the growing baby?
2. What are some of the musculoskeletal changes women experience during pregnancy and how do they affects posture and centre of gravity?
3. What are some of the cardiovascular changes that can cause unpleasant symptoms?
4. What is lumbar lordosis and is there a way to overcome the pain and discomfort it may give?
5. How would a pregnant women’s centre of gravity shift affect her legs, in particular her knee joints and quadriceps?
6. What is progesterone and how does it affect a women’s body during pregnancy?
7. At what point during a women’s pregnancy is she most at risk of musculoskeletal injury?
8. What are some safe exercises you can suggest during pregnancy?
9. How should we monitor the level intensity?
10. Is there any exercises a pregnant women should avoid?

 

For Rachel’s full article, please go to: https://kiddipedia.com.au/how-a-womans-body-changes-during-pregnancy/

 

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