In this episode, Madeleine is joined by optometrist Keren Dravitzki as they delve into the fascinating world of eye health. Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a growing concern in today's digital age.

Explore the environmental factors that contribute to Myopia, strategies to protect developing eyes, and tips to minimise eye strain and tiredness.

Myopia - for families: https://mykidsvision.org

Myopia - for parents: https://mymyopia.com/for-parents

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

This week on Resilient Kids Madeleine speaks with specialist Brett Harrington about all things ADHD. This episode is filled with insights and strategies for parents raising children with ADHD. Listen in as Brett shares her expert knowledge and we discover that ADHD is not something to be fought against, but rather a challenge that we must embrace and adapt around.

Brett's website: https://adhdsorted.com/

ADHD New Zealand: https://www.adhd.org.nz/

Additude magazine: https://www.additudemag.com/

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

In this week's episode, host Madeleine speaks with Te Kahukura Boynton, to explore innovative strategies for imparting financial wisdom to children.

Te Kahukura shares invaluable insights to help children understand the profound significance of money, delving into topics such as budgeting, teaching kids the value of money, and how to role model positive behaviours in the realm of finance.

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

This episode we are joined by Sarah Amy Glensor Best, an author, parenting coach, and mother of 3, as she shares her insightful take on the significance of play in a child's life. Madeleine and Sarah uncover the reasons behind play's importance and practical ways to infuse it into daily routines, fostering creativity and resilience naturally. Covering topics such as what is play, why we play, and even how to use play to explore sensitive topics like death, tune in to discover how to make play an integral part of your parenting journey.

Sarah's book: https://www.amazon.com/Changing-World-Childs-Play-Inspirations/dp/0994114214

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, we're joined again by children’s continence nurse Lisa Smith, a seasoned professional in the realm of potty training. Lisa imparts her extensive expertise, offering invaluable advice for parents and caregivers. From recognising signs of readiness to overcoming challenges like regression, Lisa's proven techniques and empathetic approach pave the way for a successful potty training journey. This episode equips listeners with practical strategies and many valuable tips. Listen in to learn how to navigate this important developmental milestone with confidence and ease.

Free webinar - Going potty over potty training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cghPAfuSWw

Lisa's website: https://childrenscontinence.com/

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

On this week's interview we hear from the wonderful Lisa Krause. Lisa is a parent and grandparent with years of experience and expertise parenting. She has worked as a parenting educator and a teacher of parenting science. On this episode Madeleine and Lisa have a discussion on the topic of helicopter parenting. Lisa uses the terms “Rescuing your children” rather then helping and guiding them. In order for our children to reach adulthood with all the skills they require they need to be taught and nurtured but also left alone to figure things out. Lisa brings up important questions such as; how early should they start doing chores? When is it okay to let your child take risks that could hurt them? Does your child need assistance or just a listening ear? These questions and more are the backbone of the important conversation that has taken place. 

Lisa's website: www.parentcoachconnection.com

Madeleine's website: https://resilientkids.org.nz/

Get in touch: [email protected]

Heather has been working with parents and parenting professionals for 15 years and offers a unique perspective all the way from Carolina in the USA. In their conversation Madeleine and Heather discuss how hard it is for parents to find their own solutions when issues come up with their children rather then looking for help from professionals. The irony of this being a parenting podcast is not missed. Parents have intuitive sense of what their children need, and Heather provides suggestions for how parents can look inwards to find information in difficult situations. 

Heathers website: www.reflectivedialogue.com

Sleep is one of the most essential parts of all of our lives. Billie, a sleep consultant with the business Sleeping Lions, takes her time to share our vital sleep is for all of our health. This is especially the case for babies. Billie discusses with Madeleine strategies for getting our infants to sleep. Billie boils it down to how essential it is to be consistent and have a plan and how habits around sleep can begin developing as early as day one! 

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Email: [email protected]

Resources:

https://www.sleepinglions.co.nz/

Podcast Creator: Madeleine Taylor

Guest: Billie Searing

Edited By: Wynter McCook-Weir

Intro Music By: Guy Ritani

This week we welcome Judith Yeabsley back onto the podcast. After telling us of her own experiences in parenting in season one we have her back to talk about her are of expertise, picky eating. As the founder of The Confident Eater, Judith has ample knowledge and a strong ability to share that knowledge. As a former teacher and a forever learner herself, she understands what it takes to teach and shares her knowledge with care and grace. There is much to learn from this episode with The Confident Eater!

Have your say on the Resilient Kids Podcast. We value your feedback of all variety or even if you have an idea of what you'd like to hear in the future. Please leave a review, and follow us on your podcast provider to ensure you're kept up to date when any new podcast is released. Further, if you'd like to contact the podcast directly, our email is just below.

Email: [email protected]

Resources:

Sharing not Staring: https://theconfidenteater.com/blog/our-food/sharing-not-staring-especially-for-our-fussy-eaters/

Common Mistakes: https://theconfidenteater.com/blog/picky-eating-support/avoiding-common-mistakes-for-parents-of-fussy-eaters/

The link to the research (in the easy to read format): https://wharaurau.org.nz/sites/default/files/files/resources/Optimising%20Eating%20Occasions%20at%20School%20-%20How%20To%20Support%20Selective%20Eaters%20%28Dr%20Amy%20Lovell%29.pdf

And her contact details.

Website: https://theconfidenteater.com/

FB page: https://www.facebook.com/theconfidenteater/

Podcast Creator: Madeleine Taylor

Guest: Judith Yeabsley

Edited By: Wynter McCook-Weir

Intro Music By: Guy Ritani

To begin season two, our specialist season, we tackle the absolutely essential topic of grief. Grief is something we all have to go through at some point, and having the knowledge of Claire Laurenson in your tool belt is a huge asset. Claire has been doing grief work for nearly forty years, and like all of us has experience working through her own grief. Claire is an amazing resource who discusses many different techniques for helping your children through their grief. Madeleine and Claire are able to flow through a relaxed conversation on such an important topic and Claire’s immense knowledge is well and truly essential listening.  

Have your say on the Resilient Kids Podcast. We value your feedback of all variety or even if you have an idea of what you'd like to hear in the future. Please leave a review, and follow us on your podcast provider to ensure you're kept up to date when any new podcast is released. Further, if you'd like to contact the podcast directly, our email is just below.

Email: [email protected]

Resources:

Claire’s Website: ⁠https://griefrelief.co.nz/⁠

Skylight:⁠ https://www.skylight.org.nz/resources/loss-and-grief⁠

Parenting Road Code: https://resilientkids.org.nz/product/this-workbook-is-to-be-used-along-side-the-parenting-road-code-to-help-readers-think-through-the-exercises-and-record-their-thoughts-the-workbook-will-be-useful-to-refer-back-to-over-time-to-assist/

Podcast Creator: Madeleine Taylor

Guest: Claire Laurenson

Edited By: Wynter McCook-Weir

Intro Music By: Guy Ritani