Mum to Mum with Doctor Tash

We’ve all been there: Your child is trying to put on a shoe, climb a ladder or finish a puzzle, and the frustration starts to peak. It’s tempting (so tempting) to just reach in and do it for them. We tell ourselves we’re saving time or saving them from tears. But are we actually saving them from the very thing that builds their grit? In this episode, we explore the delicate tension between "rescuing" and "supporting", and unpack why struggle isn't a sign that something is wrong, but a sign that growth is happening. LinksArticle: “Why your child’s frustration is actually a secret superpower” by Doctor TashJoin the Doctor Tash communityNOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

Many of us have somehow internalised this heavy belief that to be a "good" or "safe" parent, we have to respond immediately to every single demand from our children. But trying to be a superhero who meets every need right away isn’t just exhausting, it actually misses the point of what our kids truly require to feel secure. You don't have to do it all perfectly to be the exact mum your kids need. Join us for a quick, honest chat that will completely change how you handle your next chaotic afternoon. LinksArticle: “When 'not right now' is actually loving” by Doctor TashJoin the Doctor Tash communityNOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

The feeding is done, the nappy is clean, they’ve been swaddled, rocked and shushed—and yet, the tears keep coming. Your heart starts racing, your head starts spinning with "What am I doing wrong?", and you feel that desperate urge to just make it stop. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by the pressure to keep your child "happy" at all costs, this conversation is the deep breath you need. It’s a reminder that you don't have to be a magician who makes the sadness disappear; you just have to be a mum who stays.Show notesArticle: “The truth about tears most parents miss” by Doctor TashPostnatal depression symptoms and where to get helpAware Parenting InstituteJoin the Doctor Tash communityNOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

Ever felt like you’re failing because your child is upset and you can’t make it stop? We’ve all been there. We think that being a "good mum" means keeping our kids in a state of constant happiness. But what if we have it backwards? In this episode, Doctor Tash shares a perspective that is—fair warning—incredibly hard to swallow at first. It challenges the very core of our "fix-it" instincts. We’re talking about the uncomfortable, quiet and transformative power of simply staying put when things get messy. RELATED LINKS Article: “The one thing your child needs more than a solution” by Doctor TashEpisode #3, Mum to Mum with Doctor Tash, "Rupture and repair"NOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

This is something every parent experiences but few openly discuss: Rupture. Those moments of temporary disconnection between us and our children. The sharp tone. The frustrated words. The reaction that came out before we could stop it.Parenting was never meant to be perfect. It was never meant to be polished and uninterrupted and endlessly patient. It’s human. Which means there will be disconnection at times. Here's an important truth—rupture isn’t the thing that defines our relationship with our children. Repair is. RELATED LINKS Article: “Why repair matters more than perfection in parenting” by Doctor TashArticle: "Suffering from mum guilt? Here are 8 ways to beat it"Episode #2, Mum to Mum with Doctor Tash, "Behaviour is communication"NOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

Here's a rethink of the way we interpret our children’s behaviour: Instead of seeing outbursts, refusals or “attitude” as something to control, what if we viewed them as a clue, an emotional message waiting to be understood?We dig deeper into her Mums At The Table article “What it really means when your child acts out" and explore how curiosity, co-regulation and connection can transform the way we parent.RELATED LINKS Article: “What it really means when your child acts out” by Doctor TashInterview with Doctor Tash on rupture and repairEpisode #1, Mum to Mum with Doctor TashNOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.

In this first episode of Mum to Mum with Doctor Tash, we talk about why connecting with your child matters more than simply correcting their behaviour. From tantrums to teen moods, we explore what’s really going on beneath the surface and how small moments of empathy can change everything. Related links:Article: “What your child really needs first” by Doctor TashInterview with Doctor Tash on rupture and repairNOTE: The information shared in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. It is for general and educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.