Weekdays

Bec had a chat with Jeannette Howell who is the Senior Pastor at Without Walls and the Director of The Bridge Inc. The Bridge Inc. is a not for profit, faith based organisation that provides accommodation in 'Naomi House' for mature women needing safe supported emergency housing due to domestic violence, homelessness or personal crisis. 

The indigenous art exhibition is happening on the 15th to the 22nd of March at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and Bec had a chat to the coordinator of the event, Jonathan Anthony. He spoke about what can be expected at the exhibtion. There are lots of artists that will be showcasing their art work. 

Bec had a chat with Harriet Marshall who has been inducted into the WA Women's Hall of Fame for her initiative in founding Freeze Frame Opera (FFO), now in its fourth year. Her vision is to extend and reframe the art form of opera in a way that reflects and challenges our current world and transforms our community, to reach a diverse audience of all ages, and to celebrate and develop local talent.

Australians are being urged to get vaccinated against the flu this year, following a recod-breaking flu season last year which claimed more than 900 lives. Thus, by having a flu vaccination it could help reduce strain on the public health care system amid the coronavirus outbreak. Bec had a chat with Pharmacist Chris Campbell and he spoke about when the correct time is to get the vaccine and what we should do to keep our immune systems healthy. 

Bec had a chat with Craig Hunter who is the Deputy Principle at Rehoboth Christian College and they spoke about what to do when your child has special needs. There are some things you can look out for. You can look at indicators, especially developmental such as sensory, attention and physical disabilities. Communicate with their teachers that your child might have a disability. As a parent you can do some research on organizations or support groups that can help you navigate or help you learn more about your child's disability. If you know that your child is struggling, do not put unrealistic expectations on them. Speak life over them and give them options for success.

Bec had a chat with Dena Gower who is from the Gnaama ministries and she spoke about the Indigenous Art Exhibition that is happening from the 15th - 22nd of March. She spoke about her art and what inspired it and what her hopes are for the Ngaama ministries. She mentioned what the importance is of coming together in shared spaces to hear other stories and perspectives.

David Snell joined Bec in the studio and they spoke about the residential tenancy act for public comment on tenants having pets without landlord approval. They also spoke about the Radburn lifestyle which means that everyone's backyard faces the street and the front of the house faces a shared park and a pool. Crestwood is celebrating 50 years as one of the most successful Radburn lifestyles in the world.

Life is full of ups and downs and sometimes the anxiety that comes from these ups and downs can effects our kids and cause them to experience anxiety that can be unhealthy. Graham Irvine from Kingsway Christan College joined Bec in the studio to talk about anxiety in kids and how we as parents can deal with it. We as parents need to draw the line when they experience anxiety. We need to be calm and reasses the way we operate. Ask the question, "Am I more anxious than my child?". By having routines in place it can overcome anxiety. How is the conversation with you and your children? Ask good positive questions to your child. Record yourself whilst you speak to your childen and listen back to what you have said and analyze how you could have done it better. Don't critizise but improve where you can. You can always ask your mum friends. Remember, they are all in the same boat as you so you can ask for feedback without feeling judged. 

Did you know that good gut health can improve your overall health? Well Bec had a chat with Melanie Jaye who is a naturopath from Eden Naturopathy and they spoke about how prebiotics and probiotics are necessary for good gut health. Prebiotics are the friendly, good bacteria. This can be found in yoghurt. Prebiotics are the food for probiotics as probiotics are carbohydrates that our bodies struggle to process. It also balances the good bacteria/prebiotics. But how would we know if we need an extra boost in our pre and probiotics? Some symptoms are constipation, common digestive issues, flatulance, pain in your stomach, bloating and when you are reacting to most foods. Some foods you can consider to improve your gut health are, onions, legumes, garlic, bananas, asparagus and inulin.