Best Child Pyschology Podcasts (2024)

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The magic of play at home - neurodevelopmental benefits in everyday play! 44:21

13d ago44:21

44:21

Welcome to the OHbaby! Empowered Parent Podcast, where we dive into the joys and challenges of parenting with your host Angela Pedersen, founder of OHbaby!, and Michelle Pratt, CEO of New Shoots childcare centres. Today, they unravel the magic of play at home—sharing creative ideas, from household items to must-have toys, that spark endless laughte…

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How to prepare yourself and your child for childcare, with Michelle Pratt 38:11

5d ago38:11

38:11

Join us on the OHbaby! Empowered Parent Podcast as we sit down with Michelle Pratt, a renowned childcare expert and CEO of New Shoots Childcare. With over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, Michelle shares invaluable insights, and practical advice to support and guide parents on their parenting journey. Tune in and become part of …

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Episode 023 - Finding Perspective 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

Problems, problems, problems! Big ones for parents may be little ones to our kids. Big ones to our kids may seem little to parents. It doesn't matter, all are important. Listening is critical. Telling someone else how to feel never truly ends well. Chad, Trisha & LenEll discuss parenting strategies on how to navigate the tricky balance of teaching …

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PLUNKETLINE when to call - celebrating 30 years! 28:38

3M ago28:38

28:38

In this episode of the OHbaby! Podcast Angela interviews Linda Wallace from Plunketline as part of their 30 year celebration! Here when and why to call Plunketline and all the innovations that have evolved over the past 30 years! You'll be surprised about the why and when to call! It's amazing - 0800 933 922.…

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Episode 022 - Finding Kindness 30:16

6M ago30:16

30:16

Episode 22 was recorded prior to the holidays. Well, it took us a minute and we gave ourselves a bit of grace and the permission to take off January! With that, we focus our cup of coffee conversation on finding kindness. The best moments happen when we give of ourselves, and we take a breath, and do the smallest of things to make someone else's da…

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Carseat safety essentials tips and advice from Infagroup experts 56:07

7M ago56:07

56:07

Join us as we hear from Infagroup carseat experts on their essentials tips and advice on carseats and safety.By OHbaby!

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What to expect in the first trimester of pregnancy 38:31

9M ago38:31

38:31

Knowing what to expect when you're expecting makes all the difference. Midwife and antenatal educator, Grace Strange talks us through the first semester of pregnancy. Getting pregnant is a life-changing moment, one that is literally going to change you forever. It’s interesting that in our society we wait until we are 12 weeks pregnant until we sta…

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Episode 021 - Self Care 38:59

9M ago38:59

38:59

Special Guest! Jody Diebold, registered dietician, certified diabetes care and education specialist joins LenEll, Trisha & Chad in a self-care discussion as it relates to parenting today. ZOOM meetings, routines, sleep ... all on the table. Jody is our first "guest". She's amazing. The topics discussed over a cup of coffee conversation .... legit! …

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Interview Mark Edwards founder of Edwards & Co 24:57

11M ago24:57

24:57

In this episode, OHbaby! Founder Angela Pedersen talks with Mark Edwards, founder of Edwards & Co about his journey starting up Edwards and Co, making the range of products, his family and dad life. https://www.ohbaby.co.nzBy OHbaby!

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Episode 020 - Parenting Mistakes 38:53

1y ago38:53

38:53

Parents are human after all! Mistakes are daily. It's OK! There is no playbook. Parents are not perfect. For #20 ... we discuss Tom Huddleston Jr's article on CNBC with psychotherapist Amy Morin from April 16th, 2023 ... "Parents who raise mentally strong kids never use these 7 phrases when their children are young". Also there is so much truth Gia…

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Getting baby ready - preconception wellness with Gina Urlich 41:02

1y ago41:02

41:02

In this episode, OHbaby! Founder Angela talks with Clinical Nutritionist Gina Urlich about getting baby ready - preconception wellness as they explore the foods and supplements you can be taking now to get your body - ready for baby for pregnancy and post baby wellbeing. https://www.ohbaby.co.nzBy OHbaby!

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Winter Wellness guide from Kiwi Herb Naturopath 29:58

1y ago29:58

29:58

In this episode, OHbaby! Founder Angela Pedersen talks with Kiwi Herb Senior Naturopath Sharlene Bennett about winter wellness. What we can do naturally to build our immune system and what we can do and take while we have a cold or flu to minimise time sick and maximise our immune response naturally.…

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What to pack for labour & birth for the hospital 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

51:23

OHbaby! founder Angela and Editor Kristina Rapley share the ultimate hospital bag checklist. What to pack for labour and birth, for you mama and for your baby! PLUS, WIN over $15000 in hospital bag contents - including a Edwards and Co capsule, Saben nappy bag and more! (comp ends 31 April 2023) Check out the list here: https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/pre…

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The Baby Show - sponsored interview with Selena Edwards 16:03

1+ y ago16:03

16:03

The Auckland Baby Show is 11-12 March. OHbaby! speaks to Selena Edwards - Event Manager of The baby show to hear about the 30th birthday celebrations, what's on and what to expect at this year's show.By OHbaby!

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Episode 019 - Freestyle 39:10

1+ y ago39:10

39:10

Kicking off our 3rd season of our Finding Moments podcast! We start with a little fun with what our kids know and don't know about "stuff" from the 80's & 90's. Our special guests were killing it! Our discussion then kicked off our 3rd season theme of social skills and the challenges for both our kids ... and their parents! Our discussion took a fe…

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Guide to starting solids with Gina Urlich 37:12

1+ y ago37:12

37:12

We talk to OHbaby! clinical nutritionist and founder of Norish baby food - Gina Urlich talking all about starting solids, first signs, first foods and more... Find out more about starting solids online at: https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/baby/feeding https://www.ohbaby.co.nzBy OHbaby!

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Episode 018 - How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with your Kids (Book Review) 41:29

1+ y ago41:29

41:29

We took a break for a few months, but coming back strong with a review of How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids by Carla Naumburg, PhD. This book is great! We agree that we are going to lose our Sh*t ... it's not as matter of if, just when. Our kids push our buttons. It's simply what they do. The trick is ... how do we as fully developed PFC …

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Toddler sleep common problems with Annette Faamausili 39:20

2y ago39:20

39:20

We talk to OHbaby! sleep expert and sleep consultant Annette Faamausili about toddler sleep - common problems and solutions. Find other toddler sleep tips here: https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/under-5/toddler-sleeping https://www.ohbaby.co.nzBy OHbaby!

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Mindful parenting: Parenting tools for Mindful screentime 36:45

2y ago36:45

36:45

OHbaby! Founder Angela Pedersen interviews OHbaby! expert and Psychologist Chantal Hoftsee about mindfulness, mindful parenting and in particular mindful screentime use with young ones. Chantal is also the host of the Mindful Parenting online course available on https://courses.ohbaby.co.nz/courses/mindful-parenting-course…

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Newborn life - then and now with Dorothy Waide 23:45

2y ago23:45

23:45

OHbaby! editor Kristina Rapley interviews OHbaby! expert, Dorothy Waide is a Karitane Mothercraft nurse and one of New Zealand’s most sought-after baby sleep consultants and Baby whisperer to the stars talk about Then and Now - what life was like with a newborn when Dorothy started as a Karitane nurse and what it's like for mama's now.…

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You simply can't spoil a newborn - Dorothy Waide 29:48

2y ago29:48

29:48

OHbaby! editor Kristina Rapley interviews OHbaby! expert, Dorothy Waide is a Karitane Mothercraft nurse and one of New Zealand’s most sought-after baby sleep consultants and Baby whisperer to the stars to discuss your newborn - in episode three of the OHbaby! podcast. Find some great tips on baby sleep, why you simply can't spoil a newborn - the ti…

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Episode 017 - WTF Moments 29:06

2y ago29:06

29:06

An honest conversation all about WTF! 2022 keeps swinging big by leveling up the #parenting challenges. While the news cycle is a scary place, how do parents stay level? Having to explain current events? Self care? How? Coming out of a pandemic sounded easier but every day adds a new layer of special sauce to how #moms and #dads must adapt to stay …

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What to expect in labour and birth 30:57

2y ago30:57

30:57

Join OHbaby! Editor Kristina Rapley as she interviews Midwife and Birth Educator Grace Strange about what to expect in labour and birth. Including how to know when you're in labour? When to call the midwife, what to pack, how can birth partners help, the stages of labour and what to expect and more! Check out our online antenatal class here: https:…

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WHAT TO BUY FOR BABY 39:07

2y ago39:07

39:07

OHbaby! editor Kristina Rapley interviews Grace Strange midwife and star of our online antenatal class to discuss what to buy for baby in our first episode of the OHbaby! podcast. Find some great tips on what to buy and what to hold fire spending money on, and some great tricks to save you time and money. Check out our online antenatal class here: …

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Episode 016 - Summer Moments 31:28

2y ago31:28

31:28

With summer coming, how do we balance memorable moments our kids will remember without adding stress to mom & dad? Are summer moments built around expensive vacations, or is it simply about spending time with family & friends? Is summer for our kids to practice their social skills, learning and growing in an unstructured environment? Join our cup o…

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Episode 015 - Marshall Fire Edition 40:34

2+ y ago40:34

40:34

On December 30th the Marshall Fire in Boulder County, Colorado claimed 1100 homes. On December 31st, we posted that Finding Moments was taking a moment to collect our thoughts as Chad and Trisha's home was one of the homes that was a total loss. It has taken us 75 days to tell our story. We are ready to share this moment with you. What we've learne…

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Episode 014 - Finding Joy 36:18

2+ y ago36:18

36:18

Discussing "next" with coming out of the pandemic, and looking for ways to find our Joy as parents. Courtesy of How to Find Joy in your Everyday Life, courtesy of Nicol Natele, Prevention Magazine. 1. Look for meaning 2. Think small picture 3. Straighten out your spiral 4. Make room for a passion 5. Set a goal outside of your comfort zone 6. Be pre…

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Episode 013 - Finding Moments 29:48

3y ago29:48

29:48

Episode 13 focuses on "Finding Moments". We are one year old! Reflecting on our first year, discussing the tools we've built and how they can help parents find less tension with time-outs and must do's to make more time for fun things. Self care matters. Stay-cations can make for great moments. How it is important to take advantage of every minute …

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Episode 012 - Parenting Styles 33:54

3y ago33:54

33:54

Episode 12 explores the parenting styles permissive, uninvolved, authoritarian and authoritative also touching on free range parenting and asking the question, should we ever tell our kids no? What style of parenting do you lean to? Is it all or nothing, or is it simply how to balance different styles within a household. How our kids learn from our…

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Episode 011 - Screen-Time and its Impact on our Kids 28:03

3y ago28:03

28:03

After reading both Reset Your Child's Brain by Victoria L. Dunckley, MD and Glow Kids by Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D. we discuss the impact of screen time on our own children as well as the concept and the practicality of a 3 week "reset" as recommended by Dr. Dunckley. In our discovery, our kids are being stimulated at a rate unlike any other generati…

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Episode 010 - How to get your kids to "LISTEN!" 30:00

3+ y ago30:00

30:00

How do we get our kids to listen? Truly. Seems like they listen to everyone but their parents. From the perspective of 2 moms and a dad. Rooted in psychology. We look at different strategies that help. Positive parenting styles that reward positive interactions. Based on various sources, including Robert Shramm, the author of The Seven Steps to Ear…

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Episode 009 - Routines vs Schedules 29:25

3+ y ago29:25

29:25

Routines vs Schedules. Knowing what to expect makes us all feel better. Episode 9 is a conversation centered around how to build age appropriate routines and how flexibility in daily routines are critical to child development as well as family sanity. Striking the right balance is very personal and centered around each families needs. However, ther…

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Episode 008 - Are My Kids OK? 30:14

3+ y ago30:14

30:14

As we look forward to happier, brighter 2021, check out Russ Harris' book The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living. There is light at the end of the tunnel, yet we are still in the tunnel. One year into the pandemic, and where do we stand with our kids? Are we doing a good job? How do we talk to our kids about current events. How…

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Episode 007 - Traditions 26:44

3+ y ago26:44

26:44

While saying goodbye to 2020, LenEll, Trisha & Chad talk about the importance of tradition for our families and our children. In a time of change and uncertainty, consistency isn't boring .... it feels comfortable and safe! finding-moments.com or Etsy ShopBy LenEll, Trisha, Chad

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Episode 004 - My Moment Door Hangers 8:58

3+ y ago8:58

8:58

We are live! We discuss Finding Moments as a platform ... tools for families; rooted in psychology; designed by parents. The first part of a three episode series, episode 004 talks about our website launch as well as one of our new products ... My Moment Door Hangers. finding-moments.com or Etsy Shop…

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Episode 005 - Your Time Clock 11:06

3+ y ago11:06

11:06

The second, in our three part series we discuss an alternative to time outs, a simple concept of positive re-enforcement. Your Time Clock is a behavior system that is straightforward, visual and will put your child in charge of their time. Catch your child displaying behaviors you want (sharing, kind words, listening the first time, etc.) and your …

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Episode 006 - Together Tokens 11:40

3+ y ago11:40

11:40

To complete our three part series, we discuss Together Tokens which teach patience, turn-taking, and how rewarding time can be with others … “the gift of play”. Through the use of short periods of time and play activities that are highly motivating, the two people learn to find excitement and joy in each other’s company and one another’s interests.…

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Episode 003 - Quantity vs Quality 28:00

4y ago28:00

28:00

Our conversation shifts to moments we spend with our children. Do we put too much pressure on ourselves to check a box? Do our children keep score, or is it about quality moments in time? Reciprocal interactions vs directed interactions ..... how do we, as parents / caregivers model the behavior to set our kids up with the tools they will ultimatel…

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Episode 002 - Pandemic Playdates 23:10

4y ago23:10

23:10

Our conversation continues on ways to help our kids survive, and in some ways thrive in a socially distanced world with creative ideas on how to connect outdoors, in person and online in a responsible way. Chalk wars, online games, and play date kits are all on the table as our children are teaching us as much as we are teaching them. finding-momen…

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Episode 001 - Introduction 38:26

4y ago38:26

38:26

Our focus for episode 1, centers on a discussion of the challenges of this unprecedented school year. No one has ever been through anything like this before, and our kids need a different set of support tools than they have had in the past. Whether you have a preschooler, elementary, middle or high school "er", everything is different. Topics: 1. H…

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