The PakMag Parents Podcast

Join Bree on this Episode of The PakMag Parenting Podcast with Dr Katrina Lines, CEO of Act for Kids Katrina is a registered psychologist with more than 20 years’ experience delivering clinical and social services at the individual, organisational and community level. She has a Ph.D in children’s cognitive, social and emotional development and postgraduate qualifications in governance, business and education. She is passionate about early intervention and prevention of child abuse and neglect and believes that all children who have suffered trauma should have access to the best possible services in order to develop to their full potential. Please consider donating to Act for Kids here.

Join Bree for todays episode of The PakMag Parenting Podcast with Sean Szeps. Sean has proven he’s more than a creator. He’s also an award winning podcast host, a well-known parenting writer and a comedian who, uncharacteristically for a father, is gay. The very first memoir, ‘Not Like Other Dads’ follows a gay man as he navigates the heterosexual parenting world, documenting first-hand what happens when the parenting script - 300,000 years in the making - simply doesn’t apply. You can purchase his book here, or keep up to date on Instagram! Please share to show your support.

On today’s episode, Bree chats to Alison Geale about her dedication to child protection through Bravehearts and her relentless commitment to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse. To help prevent child sexual abuse, Show Your Heart and donate to Bravehearts Day at https://www.braveheartsday.com.au/

On this episode on The PakMag Parenting Podcast, Bree James talks to parenting author, educator and speaker, Maggie Dent. Learn more about how to nurture and build calming neural pathways for anxious children. Maggie has her podcast, 'Parental as Anything' on ABC where she advises on all things parenting. Click here to hear more from Maggie, or here to read her latest book.

In this episode, Bree chats with landscape architect and presenter of Gardening Australia, Costa Georgiadis. Costa expresses the benefits gardening has on children, and shares his tips and tricks to growing better produce.

On this episode Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert Erica Komisar joins us on the show to discuss the importance of the first 3 years and how during this time, self regulation, empathy, critical thinking and vital right brain functions are developed. More from Erica: https://www.ericakomisar.com/ Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James

In today's episode, Bree chats with the founder of See Me Aged Care Navigators, Coral Wilkinson. Coral explains how to navigate the experience of being there for your aging parents and how to care emotionally, financially and physically through home and aged care programs. More from Coral: https://www.seemeacn.com.au/about-us Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James

In today's episode, Bree chats with the creator of the Win Win Parenting Program, Dr Rosina McAlpine as she explains the importance of teaching your child self regulation. More from Dr. Rosina: https://www.drrosina.com/ Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James

Joining Bree on the show is Wall Street Journal bestselling author Carlie Maree. She is an online educator, sought-after speaker and creator of the 'Genius Unleashed' podcast. This episode she explains the ‘4 soul modes’, how to identify, process and move through these different modes to live your life in flow. More from Carlie: https://www.carliemaree.com/ Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James

Each toddler has an individual, often big, personality, and as parents, it can be tough to navigate such unique temperaments and internal dynamics. Today, child development expert, Dr Harvey Karp joins Bree as he explains how to manage the different types of toddler temperaments. More from Dr. Karp: Happiest Baby Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James

On this episode we are chatting to the founder of Fathering Adventures Darren Lewis about The Power of Raising Adults not Children. As parents we want the best for our children and an even greater future for them, but how can we prepare them for adulthood if we don’t stop raising them as children? What kind of adult is your child becoming? Darren Lewis joins Bree on Zoom to discuss the importance of raising adults and what this process includes. Darren Lewis: For more information about Darren Lewis, click below https://fatheringadventures.com.au/ Check out 'Fathering Adventures' guided Father-Child Adventure experiences here https://fatheringadventures.com.au/#cources Follow Darren Lewis on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FatheringAdventures . Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

Join Bree and special guest Angie Tutt as they celebrate 90 years of Lego! Ah Lego, Our kids play with it, we played with it, our parents played with it, our parents parents played with, I think it's safe to say Lego has played a part in all of our lives. To celebrate the last 90 years of Lego Play Bree chats to Senior Director and head of marketing for Lego Australia & NZ Angie Tutt as she discusses the benefits of play throughout childhood and how Australian families can involve play into their day. Check out the Lego website for more information https://www.lego.com Celebrate 90 years of Lego here https://www.lego.com/en-au/90-years-of-play Follow Lego on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lego/?hl=en World Play Day (August 10) The LEGO Group 90th birthday celebrations have all been leading up to World Play Day on August 10. LEGO Australia are taking over Sydney's Darling Harbour with 20 life-sized Minifigures Each Minifigure will have a play moment attached to them so you can moon walk, break dance, practice your air guitar and play hide and seek with your favourite characters! Then from 11:30am to 1pm LEGO Australia are launching Play Hour (and a half!) to encourage everyone to find 90 minutes of play in their day. oin the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

Have you ever thought about all the things you do every day without concentrating on them, for example, making tea, driving to work, brushing your teeth, the List goes on… The science behind how our brains are able to do this is interesting and by understanding this can help you become more productive both at home and at work. On this episode we welcome back internationally recognised Professor of Neuroscience Mark Williams to chat about habits and how much our day to day lives are controlled by them. Mark Williams: For more information check out Mark's website here Online courses and webinars Check out ark's upcoming events here Linkedin Facebook Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

On this episode Bree are chats to author of ‘The Day My Vagina Broke’ and chief of Bravemumma - Stephanie Thompson about her transition into motherhood and the lessons she’s learnt along the way. Stephanie Thompson: Check out Bravemumma: https://www.bravemumma.com/ Join the Bravemumma community socials Facebook: @bravemumma Instagram: @bravemumma Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

On this episode, Bree chats to the founder of Söka Australia and laundry expert herself Nicole Gibson about those toddler-tough stains that don’t seem to budge no matter what you do. Nicole also shares her top tips to remove tough stains and how we can manage the mountain of laundry we all know too well. Nicole Gibson: Find out more about Nicole click here Shop Soka here Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

Let’s face it, parenting is not easy and can bring some tough days with it. You feel as if the world is on your shoulders and every need must be met with a smile. In this episode our guest is Naomi Fryers who is a writer, Ted X speaker and author. She is a passionate advocate for mental health and is here today to chat with Bree about her journey through mental health and parenting and the challenges she overcame. Naomi Fryers: www.naomifryers.com Grab your copy of 'A very long way' here Facebook Instagram Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

During the pandemic, us parents had the thrill of giving home schooling a try. While some of us were counting down the days until we could send our kids back to school, our guest today was paving the way to make the lifestyle change of home schooling her children full time. Joining Bree on the show is Wall Street Journal bestselling author Carlie Maree. She is an online educator, sought-after speaker and creator of the 'Genius Unleashed' podcast. In this episode Bree chats to Carlie Maree about the process of home schooling and what challenges she was faced with during this transition. Carlie Maree: www.carliemaree.com Why I choose Home Schooling - Podcast episode https://anchor.fm/carliemaree/episodes/Why-we-chose-homeschooling--with-my-co-parent-Darren-e1685ol/a-a6cvu5u Instagram: www.instagram.com/mscarliemaree/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/mscarliemaree/ Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

Parenting an adolescent can be confusing. Luckily, there are ways that parents can help their adolescents navigate this age of anxiety. As parents, it is important to be aware that you are your child’s first line of defence against mental health and behavioural issues. On this episode Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert Erica Komisar joins us on the show to discuss how we can raise adolescents in this new-age anxiety era. Erica Komisar: To find out more about Erica click here Grab a copy of Erica's new book ' Chicken little the sky isn't falling: Raising Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety'

Did you know that 44% of adults read at a literacy level of 1 -2 which is the same level as primary school children. This statistic is both heartbreaking and scary. On this episode of the PakMag Parents Podcast, Bree is joined by internationally-acclaimed, multi-award-winning author, researcher and educator Brian Caswell to explain how we as parents can help ensure our children don't slip through the cracks when it comes to reading. Brian Caswell: Mind Champs Facebook Mind Champs LinkedIn Join the Pakmag Community Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers

Families have changed over the last sixty years, where once there was an average of four children per family, now nearly 60 percent of Australian families have two or less children. This change has influenced how children grow up, with birth order affecting a child’s personality and disposition. Today Author and parenting expert Michael Grose is here to explain how it all works and how we can use that information to help us parent better. Michael Grose: Website Facebook Check out Michaels book 'Why First-borns Rule the World and Later-borns Want to Change It' here Join the PakMag Family Facebook Pages PakMag Bree James Facebook Groups Give It A Go Group Instagram PakMag Bree James Youtube PakMag Bree James Websites PakMag Bree James Host: Bree James Producer: Monique Saggers Show Editor: Monique Saggers