Best Focus On The Family Singapore Podcasts (2024)

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Can 15 Days Kickstart Lifelong Healthy Habits? Lessons from Singapore 50:54

10h ago50:54

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What if you could FEEL HAPPIER and HEALTHIER in just 15 days? Holistic nutritionist Riyana Rupani's program "Clean-in-15" can help you do just that AND today, she's also sharing top tips to raise healthy kids in this highly processed world. As a US expat now living in Singapore and a mom of 3, she sheds light on "kid food culture" in Singapore: wha…

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Parenting a Child with Special Needs: So Much More 28:47

6h ago28:47

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What is it like to raise a child with special needs? How can communities nurture and support the development of individuals with disabilities? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Kelvin Seah, a father of two teenagers. He generously shares about the life lessons he has picked up in his journey of parenting his son with special needs.…

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Primary Palliative Care - onwards and upwards! 4:26

1h ago4:26

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Primary Palliative Care - onwards and upwards!

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The First Year of Marriage: Managing Finances and Chores for a Harmonious Home 26:55

5h ago26:55

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“When you think of your household tasks as a way of loving your husband, loving your wife, investing into your shared home, it changes the perspective…” – Elyna Have you ever felt lost in navigating finances and division of chores in your first year of marriage? Can learning to work out these issues as a team be an opportunity for vulnerability and…

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Helping Our Kids Thrive in a VUCA World 26:45

16d ago26:45

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Raising our children in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world can be daunting. In this fast-paced and ever-changing world, what are the key skills we should equip our children with? How can we help them thrive in such a challenging landscape? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Paul Lim, a father of three children and a …

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The First Year of Marriage: What We Wish We Knew 23:42

23d ago23:42

23:42

"If you value your marriage, you will need to often make sacrifices not to put your individual identity above the collective identity (of the family)." - Ernest Sim What does it take for two individual lives to come together as one unit in the beautiful union of marriage? How do two differing persons with their unique personalities, preferences and…

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Raising Digitally-Savvy Kids – Thinking Critically and Developing Resilience 16:13

23d ago16:13

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The digital world is complex – even for us as parents. How can we bring stability and build a strong, supportive connection that our kids look to us to provide, as they grow up in this highly digital landscape? With practical examples, Darius Lee concludes this two-part series with handles to equip our children to not only navigate the digital worl…

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How to Raise Omni-Eaters & Deter Picky Eating Habits 1:07:34

26d ago1:07:34

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Has this momprenuer discovered "the secret sauce" to helping parents raise adventurous eaters while deterring picky eating habits? Listen in to decide for yourself! Did you know the sooner we expose our kids to a wider variety of flavors, the less likely they are to develop picky eating habits? But sadly typical American "kid food" culture only rep…

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Financial Harmony in Marriage: How to Sustain? 20:17

1M ago20:17

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“Why do we make the money we make? What's the vision around the money itself? … how can we make sure that we execute that vision?” – Ng Choon Jin Our family backgrounds influence our views on money and its role in our lives. This inevitably affects how a married couple manages and uses money, often leading to conflicts. How can we develop a clear a…

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Raising Digitally-Savvy Kids – Discerning Fact from Fiction 20:00

2M ago20:00

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How prevalent is online harm in Singapore? What are some things we can do to help our kids recognise and deal with fake or harmful content online? In this first episode of a two-part series, our host, Aaron Ng, is joined by Darius Lee, Executive director of Cultivate SG, an independent non-profit organisation dedicated to cultivating culture for th…

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Financial Harmony in Marriage: How to get Started? 19:21

2M ago19:21

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“Money, while so fundamental, is nothing more than an enabler... never let the money decision lead your life - always let the life decision lead first, and then the money will be enabling you to do what you need to do”. - Choon Jin Money can often become a major issue in marriage. Joining us for this episode is Choon Jin, an ex-accountant turned mo…

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Parenting Teens: When and How to Let Go of Control 23:02

2M ago23:02

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Letting go of control over our teens is a very critical topic that many parents grapple with. Whether it's allowing them more independence, trusting their decisions, finding the right balance can be a challenge. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, is joined by Pamela, a mother of three teens between the ages of 14 to 17. S…

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How do we Intentionally Practise Kindness and Forgiveness in Marriage? 27:51

2M ago27:51

27:51

Habits. How do we practise kindness and forgiveness towards our spouse daily? “Your mind is like a garden. Your thoughts are like seeds. Choose kindness and forgiveness so you don't deal with weeds.” Tune in to this episode, where our guests Mario and Shalyn share about being quick to listen and slow to react, as well as what to do when we over-rea…

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What are we planning, exactly? The perspectives of people with intellectual disabilities, their carers and professionals on end-of-life care planning: A focus group study 4:05

2M ago4:05

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This episode features Richard Keagan-Bull (Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education, School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health, Kingston University London, London, UK). What is already known about the topic? Deaths of people with intellectual disabilities are often unanticipated, unplanned for and poorly managed. Service providers in…

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How do I Support my Child Who is Getting Bullied? 22:26

2M ago22:26

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Bullying is a painful and difficult experience we hope our children will not have to go through. But if it does happen to our kids, what are some telltale signs that they are being mistreated? How can we respond in a way that is helpful and supportive? In this episode, our host, Ee Jay, chats with father-son pair Ganesan and Kavi Maniam, about thei…

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Subcutaneous sodium valproate in palliative care: A systematic review 3:37

2M ago3:37

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This episode features Sheryn Tan (University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia) and Dr Stephen Bacchi (Flinders University, Bedford Park, SA, Australia; Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale, SA, Australia) What is already known about the topic? In palliative care patients for whom there is a need for non-oral antiseizure medications, and a pref…

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How palliative care professionals develop coping competence through their career: A grounded theory 4:52

2M ago4:52

4:52

This episode features Dr Maria Arantzamendit, (Universidad de Navarra, Institute for Culture and Society-ATLANTES Global Observatory of Palliative Care, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain. IdISNA-Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Navarra. Medicina PaliativaK). What is already known about the topic? Palliative care professionals use coping strategies to…

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What are the anticipated benefits, risks, barriers and facilitators to implementing person-centred outcome measures into routine care for children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening ... 4:30

2M ago4:30

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This episode features Hannah Scott, (King’s College London, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing Midwifery and Palliative Care, Cicely Saunders Institute, London, UK) What is already known about the topic? Person-centred outcome measures have been shown to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes in adult palliative care when successfull…

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The Power of Kindness and Forgiveness in Marriage 24:08

3M ago24:08

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” --- we need to have that frank, open, honest communication. Once we have that, it's a natural tendency that kindness and forgiveness start to come in.” - Mario Join Mario and Shalyn as they discuss their 17-year marriage journey, sharing candid insights into the challenges they've faced, such as unmet expectations and conflicts. Despite these hur…

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What Makes Feeding Our Kids WELL Feel SO HARD?! And 6 Ways to Change That with Megan Ferney 1:07:31

3M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Why has something SO PRIMAL—teaching our kids to eat foods that help them thrive—become SO HARD and WHAT EXACTLY can WE DO COLLECTIVELY to change this? Meet my guest Megan Ferney, a mama, trained chef and registered dietitian. Even with epic cooking skills and a deep knowledge of nutrition, feeding her 3 littles the way she really wants to STILL FE…

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Should I Sleep Train my Baby? 27:41

3M ago27:41

27:41

Sleep deprivation almost feels like an inevitable part of a young parents’ journey. But what if long nights with a fussing baby can be overcome, and a good night’s rest for both parents and baby is possible? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Zoe Chu, a mum of 4 and the founder of Sleep Supernanny. As an adult and baby sleep expert,…

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Annoying Habits That Hinder Life-Long Love 22:03

3M ago22:03

22:03

“Instead of trying to dissect the problem, I'm trying to understand her emotional state. I try to listen to her, validate her point of view, and acknowledge how she's feeling. When I do that, I remember that we are on the same team.” - Justin Intimacy in a marriage is built by two active listeners. Join Justin and Joey on this podcast, as they cont…

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How to Tame the Terrible Twos? 20:33

4M ago20:33

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Crying, whining, acting up. A few times a day. Everyday. The “Terrible Twos” are well, terrible – both for toddlers and their parents. Will this phase ever end? How can we better help our toddlers handle their big emotions? What are the ways we can manage our own emotions in the face of tantrums and meltdowns? Join our host, June Yong, as she speak…

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Eat These 3 "Letter C Veggies" for Gut Health & Whole Health 23:01

4M ago23:01

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Many veggies start with "C" but these 3 are VIV (very important vegetables) for gut health and today I'm sharing WHY and HOW to help your fam learn to love 'em! Today, our SPOTLIGHT vegetables starting with the letter C are: Cauliflower Cabbage Chard We chose the two cruciferous veggies—cauliflower and cabbage—since they are uniquely powerful when …

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Small Gestures That Cultivate Life-Long Love 19:44

4M ago19:44

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“Celebrating the small victories: they just finished a presentation... Why not celebrate those moments? Why do we only wait until we have certain anniversaries or bigger milestones that we celebrate and care for each other? We can build that intentionality and pursue our spouse in heartfelt and genuine ways.” - Justin Building a marriage and pursui…

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Start Balancing Your WHOLE HEALTH with this Simple Exercise 16:49

4M ago16:49

16:49

If you've ever felt out of balance or felt unhealthy, despite eating "super healthy" this simple online exercise (no workout required) could change everything and help you learn how to optimize your whole health, in all seasons of life. Our new WHOLE HEALTH WORKSHOP series is for for the mama's & the dada's and allll the adults who care for kiddos.…

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Balancing Work and Family: Tips for Dads 23:03

4M ago23:03

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Dads play a special and key role in guiding and shaping their children. While being a father does have its joys and a sense of fulfilment, it is not without challenges – especially when it comes to balancing both work and family life. If you are wondering, “How can I do it all?”, you are not alone. In this episode, our host, Chong Ee Jay, is joined…

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Nurturing Your Marriage Amidst Life's Demands 19:36

4M ago19:36

19:36

After marriage, it's common to grow familiar with our spouse, sometimes neglecting to prioritise each other’s needs. The key to a thriving marriage lies in intentional efforts to communicate in each other's love language, and prioritising your spouse. Joining us on this podcast are Francis and Jocelyn, who share how they maintain their strong bond …

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HOW & WHY to Try These 6 Veggies Starting with "B" 20:51

4M ago20:51

20:51

Break free from your VEGGIE ROUTINE with these 6 vegetables starting with the letter B! From the unBEETable benefits of beets :) to tips for turning Brussels sprouts haters into lovers, we're diving into another veggie adventure to help your kids learn to enjoy the magical foods that promote lifelong health. These A to Z Veggie Adventure mini-episo…

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Why is it so Hard to Accept that My Child has a Mental Health Condition? 21:14

5M ago21:14

21:14

Learning that your child may be facing mental health struggles can be terrifying. What available help-seeking options are there? How can we move beyond fear and stigma so that we don’t unknowingly create a treatment gap? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Alex Yeo, the executive director of Caring for Life and co-founder of Mental C…

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In a Busy World, how do I Make Time for Love? 16:40

5M ago16:40

16:40

We live in a hyperconnected and fast-paced world, where everyone is just a text or call away. However, with such a hyperconnected-ness, how do we discipline ourselves to slow down and connect with those who truly matter? Tune in to this podcast where Francis and Jocelyn share how they intentionally carve out time for each other amidst the busyness …

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LETTER A: Go Beyond Peas & Carrots with A to Z Veggie Adventures 16:10

5M ago16:10

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Want to inspire your FAM to eat more VEGGIES? Or just escape a boring veggie rut? Welcome to our A to Z Veggie Adventure series, exploring the wide world of vegetables, one alphabet letter at a time! These mini-episodes are meant to be fun, quick listens to help you and your kiddos celebrate, learn to prepare and enjoy a wider variety of vegetables…

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Helping my Kids Find Their Way in the World 20:07

5M ago20:07

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“Every child has a potential which can be nurtured.” All our children are individually different and can bring so much to the world. As parents, how can we support them as they develop and discover their interests and strengths? What can we do to help them build confidence in their uniqueness, and when they face setbacks? In this episode, our host,…

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How a Strong Marriage Helped me be a Better Parent 22:23

5M ago22:23

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Working as one team as husband and wife, enables you to cover each other’s weaknesses, while complementing each other’s strengths! Parenting as one not only benefits your children, but strengthens your bond with your spouse! In this second episode of a two-part series, Joel and Jilleen share how they navigate their differences and challenges, and t…

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What's in My Earth Food First Kitchen? Listen to Find Out & Grab My Grocery Shopping Guide 43:12

5M ago43:12

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Today I’m sharing exactly what foods I feel deserve my dollars on a regular basis, so if you want to create your own Earth Food First Kitchen, START HERE! We’ll go through the freezer, fridge and pantry, to see what I keep on hand weekly to feed my family in a way that prioritizes our WHOLE HEALTH: body, mood and mind—from brands I trust to my pref…

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Long-term bereavement outcomes in family members of those who died in acute care hospitals before and during the first wave of COVID-19: A cohort study 4:12

5M ago4:12

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This episode features Dr Fiona Kenney and Koby Anderson, (Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, ON, Canada Bruyère Research Institute, Ottawa, ON, Canada) What is already known about the topic? Previous research demonstrates a high prevalence of severe grief symptoms up to a year post-death of a loved one among those who experienced bereaveme…

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Social acceptability of psilocybin-assisted therapy for existential distress at the end of life: A population-based survey 4:48

5M ago4:48

4:48

This episode features Sue-Ling Chang, (CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center, Oncology Division, Québec City, QC, Canada) What is already known about the topic? There is a growing interest in psilocybin-assisted therapy worldwide, particularly to treat existential distress at the end of life. What this paper adds? In this study, we show th…

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Mentoring the Next-Gen – Why and How? 23:14

6M ago23:14

23:14

Just as it takes a village to raise a child, the community plays a crucial role in nurturing our youths. What does it take to sow into the next generation? How can parents cross the generation gap to reach the heart of their teens? Join our host, Alicia Boo, as she speaks with a youth worker and FamChamps mentor, Wei Ern, who speaks about what it’s…

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Want to Help Your Kids Snack Smarter? Meet Mompreneur Jana Goodbaum of Happy Wolf 1:02:34

6M ago1:02:34

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Most kids like to SNACK! But finding convenient snacks that actually support kids mental and physical health is anything but easy. Mompreneur Jana Goodbaum, co-founder of Happy Wolf snack bars quite her day job to change that and she's literally raising the BAR. Today she's answering many snacking questions including the benefits of scheduling snac…

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Nurturing Marriage in the Early Years of Parenthood 23:25

6M ago23:25

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We often hear the saying, “The best gift that we can give our children is a strong marriage”. How do we prioritise and love our spouse during the roller coaster years of parenthood in the children’s early years? With the limited time, energy, and countless responsibilities as young parents, can we really thrive in our marriage too? Joining us in th…

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An Oddly Easy Method to Raise Veggie Loving Kids + FREE 7-Day Guide 17:06

6M ago17:06

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Today, we're facing a COMMON struggle head on—how to help our kids to eat enough vegetables! Never fear, our FREE 7-Day Guide to raising veggie lovers is here, with 16 oddly simple tips to help even the most veggie averse kiddos, begin making peace with peas and so many more "Vs." Here's the deal: Vegetables in America have a SERIOUS PR problem. To…

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Mastering Fast, Whole Food, FAMILY Breakfasts + 7-day Meal Plan 24:54

6M ago24:54

24:54

Today we're cracking the code on serving blood sugar balancing breakfasts made with WHOLE FOODS, in the same time it takes to make toaster waffles! Breakfast seems to be the meal where we lean on processed "FACTORY FOODS" the most, to get our kids fed and out the door fast—so I decided to make it the first meal we REIMAGINE, through the EARTH FOOD …

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Feasibility and effectiveness of a two-tiered intervention involving training and a new consultation model for patients with palliative care needs in primary care: A before-after study 4:28

6M ago4:28

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This episode features Dr Carlos Seiça Cardoso (Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal CINTESIS@RISE, MEDCIDS, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Porto, Portugal) What is already known about the topic? The burden of chronic, progressive, incurable and life-threatening illness is increasing, highlighting the need t…

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Who Needs the Help? My Children or Me? 20:28

6M ago20:28

20:28

As parents, this question may arise at some point of the parenting journey: Should we enlist additional help? While hiring a helper can indeed be a lifesaver, it is crucial to also consider how to foster a positive relationship with them. What steps can we take to nurture this relationship and ensure mutual respect and understanding? Join our host,…

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Inside Secrets to Calming Kids' Anxiety and Moodiness Naturally 1:01:04

6M ago1:01:04

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Want to help your child or teen stabilize moodiness, reduce anxiety, learn better, sleep better, even poop better and develop truly RESILIENT HEALTH? Today we discuss many effective, but little known tools you're likely missing with guest Jess Sherman, creator of The Roadmap to Resilient Kids, a coaching and membership program designed to create ca…

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When Two Worlds Collide: Managing Differences After Marriage 21:48

6M ago21:48

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“Communication — like how to communicate well — really intensifies when you are married, because you have nowhere to run.” Join our host, Delia Ng and Dennis and Shiyun Goh as they chat about how they’ve learnt to manage their differences in marriage. -- Couples who are newly married or thinking of getting married can learn handles to walk into the…

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The Hidden Power of Teaching Kids to COOK with Misa Pignataro 56:45

7M ago56:45

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Wish feeding your kids a variety of nutritious, whole foods felt EASIER? Meet Misa Pignataro founder of https://www.misascleankitchen.com/. Misa is like a magical "fairy food mother" who offers a variety of programs. 1:1 coaching, and guides to help families raise thriving eaters in this highly processed, fast food world. As a mom of two, certified…

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What can I do to Help my Child Navigate through an Eating Disorder? 15:57

7M ago15:57

15:57

“It will be helpful if parents don't compare, because every child is unique. Every child has different strengths and that's what took me a lot of years to realise and learn.” Our children are growing up in a society where ideal body images are seen in media and social media, and the struggle with eating disorders can be a difficult one. Join our ho…

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Part 1: START HERE - My Mission Began with Broccoli for Breakfast 24:20

7M ago24:20

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Welcome Earth Food First—a movement to protect our kids WHOLE HEALTH: body, mood & mind. America's processed kid-food culture makes protecting our kids' most precious gift, their health, wildly harder and for some parents, just impossible. In 2019, 1 book, motherhood and my own health journey made it my mission to change this harmful kid-food cultu…

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Part 3: 12 Steps to Transforming Kid-Food Culture + free chart guide 19:14

7M ago19:14

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Today, I'm sharing 12 NEW PRACTICES to replace the old "kid-food culture" and help our kids prioritize FARM FOOD over FACTORY FOOD. If you learned something please SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW our podcast. Grab the "OLD NORM vs. NEW NORM" chart here! (mobile version) In this episode: We'll unpack America’s kid-food culture and identify what beliefs, ha…

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