Pop Culture Parenting

Phenomenal questions this week about stigma, siblings, social skills, masking, schools, labels and so much more. We hope it helps to guide us all towards more inclusive and stronger communities. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

Neurodiversity strengthens our community. Like the world of Blade Runner, we can learn so much from those different to us. We hope you enjoy this episode. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

In Nick’s own words a very balanced episode this week. We share our own experience, honest and insightful questions from listeners and strategies to improve upon co-parenting challenges. Hope you enjoy. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

Co-parenting can be challenging for those of us raising kids together, following a separation or even on our own. This week we chat about why it matters and some helpful tips beyond dressing up the as nanny and putting on a British accent.....` Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

This week we dive deeper into what’s behind peer pressure, how we can set our kids up to succeed through this window and help them if the are finding it a bit tough. We also chat about neurodiversity, building values and confidence and a great story from Nick about his playground experience. Thank you to our amazing listeners for their generous and honest questions. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

This podcast is about finding the sweet spot between the textbooks and real life when it comes to parenting. Dr Billy (a developmental paediatrician) and Nick (a developing parent) are a couple of dads having honest discussions about parenting day to day. We'll be using iconic TV and cinema scenes from the 80's & 90's to give context to Billy's parenting advice. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

Peer pressure can be a really tough experience for kids and those who support them. Thankfully we can provide guidance and a safe harbour through these tricky times, just like Dominic Toretto does for his team. Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

The subject of Tantrums has driven the largest amount of questions on a topic so far. Dr Billy and Nick tackled listeners questions in 38 degree heat! It's a miracle Nick made it through while Billy remained cool, calm and considered. Enjoy! Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

When a kid has a tantrum, particularly in public, it has got to be up there as one of the most challenging parenting moments. Dr Billy uses a classic scene from Rambo (maybe the biggest tantrum ever?) on how to support kids and help calm the situation without going to war with them Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.

In our final episode of 2022 we celebrate our listeners Winslows (wins) and Griswolds (lowpoints) before we unpack the the best tips to relieving the pressure during the holiday season on parents. Thanks to everyone that sent messages and shared their reflections on the podcast this year and particularly this episode! Pop Culture Parenting is created by Guiding Growing Minds, a social

enterprise dedicated to changing the future of our kids.

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Pop Culture Parenting provides general information, stories, and

discussions about parenting and child development. The information

shared on this show, and advice from hosts, is not a substitute for

professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention.

Every child and family is unique. Always consult a qualified

professional regarding your specific situation.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, we encourage you to reach

out to a mental health service in your area. You can find a list of

services at https://raisingchildren.net.au/.