Episodes
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Ep 19. The Cost of Raising a Young Family (0-5 years)
When you are thinking about having a family, have you ever considered the cost of raising this family? What do you need to think about? With the rise in the cost of living, and the effect this is having on household budgets, I thought it would be a good time to look at the cost of raising young...
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Ep 18. Mental Load
When you have children there seems to be unending things to think about. Feeding times, nap times, playtime, transitioning to solid food. Organising kindergarten or daycare, making packed lunches and deciding what to put in it. Managing the household needs such as the constant washing and…
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Ep 17. My Story. Raising Twins!
In this episode I talk with Georgie Manning, a mum of four children, including twins. She opens up about the joy and the struggles of being a mum to twins. We chat about preparing for the birth of twins, the regular check ups, early deliveries, sleep schedules, needing two of everything,...
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Ep 16. My Story. Parenting infants with food allergies
Food allergies are a common concern for many parents with babies and young children. In this episode I talk with Aleshia Dearlove, a mum of two children who have had food allergies since they were babies. She discusses her journey as a parent identifying and managing food allergies and what she...
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Ep 15. The process of becoming a mother - Matrescence
Matrescence is defined as the process of becoming a mother - those physical, psychological and emotional changes we go through after the birth of a child. The concept relates to the expected changes such as how our bodies change during pregnancy and to some extent, that life will change. Many...
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Ep 14. Baby Loss
Over 600 babies die between 20 weeks gestation and 12 months of age. It is also estimated that 1 to 2 out of 10 pregnancies result in a miscarriage. When a young baby is lost, parents are faced with so much grief, questions, and a process you never think you would go through. How do bereaved...
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Ep 13. Parental Burnout
Parental Burnout is that long-term emotional, physical and mental exhaustion many parents experience. It can affect 2% - 12% of parents. A recent study has also found that up to 66% of working parents suffer from parental burnout. How do we know if we are suffering from parental burnout, and what...
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Ep 12: Screen time
Many children watch programmes on various forms of ‘screens’ such as TV, ipads, smartphones, laptops. We also know many children in New Zealand watch a screen for longer than the recommended time. Is excessive screen time bad for children? Find out in episode 12 where I am joined by Dr Felicia…
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Ep 11. Working School Hours
Many parents struggle with the work/parent balance. Having children might mean working part-time and therefore having less pay. That can lead to financial constraints as working can come with high childcare costs. Others might work full time which again can come with childcare costs as many...
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Ep 10. Challenges faced by mums with rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation, pain and swelling in the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis often develops between the ages of 25 and 50. It affects 1-2% of the population and affects 2-3 times more women than men. Over time, if not controlled, it can damage bone...
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Ep 9. Am I Suffering from Perinatal Distress?
Perinatal distress could affect up to 15% of New Zealand women, and the rate for Maori, Pacific, and Asian women is higher and could be up to one in three. In fact, it's estimated that nearly HALF of the women who have had children could experience some symptoms of perinatal distress, however…
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Ep 8. Healthy Babies Healthy Futures
According to the 2018 census, there were over 700,000 people who identified as the Asian ethnic group in New Zealand. Over 60% lived in Auckland. 21% had one child, 25.5% had two children and 8.9% had three children in this census. 77% were born overseas. In this episode I am joined by Vishal...
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Ep 7. Postnatal Pelvic Dysfunction
30% of postnatal women will suffer from one or more symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. If left untreated this can lead to embarrassment and social isolation. What is pelvic floor dysfunction? What symptoms can someone experience postpartum? What is an episiotomy and pelvic prolapse? Find out…
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Ep 6. Returning to work after several years as a full time parent
When parents take a few years off work to look after and grow their families, it can be daunting to think about applying for a job again. How do I update my resume? What jobs should I apply for? For some parents, this is an opportunity to think about what their career might look like, and it…
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Ep 5. Jobs For Mums
Jobs For Mums is a marketplace connecting forward-thinking employers with amazing people looking for flexible work. In this episode, I talk to the founder of Jobs For Mums, Mela Lush. She explains why she started Jobs For Mums, what companies advertise through this marketplace, and what she sees…
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Ep 4. Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy
Pelvic pain in pregnancy affects many women. You may notice pain in the front or back of the pelvis, buttocks, or groin. You may have pain with walking and be uncomfortable when in bed. Why is pelvic pain so common? Does it affect labour? How can this be managed? To discuss this topic today, I am...
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Ep 3. Returning to work after parental leave
Many parents share concerns about returning to work after parental leave. How can I determine how many hours I can work? How can I prevent myself from ending up burnt out? Will I be judged for working part-time? What is best for my family and how can I advocate for that? In this episode, I am...
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Ep 2. Has my body failed me. The physiology and function of the breast.
We have likely heard the message “breast is best.” However, many women find breastfeeding challenging. In this episode join me, Shirena, and Dr Yvonne Le Fort, a breastfeeding specialist to learn about factors that can affect breastfeeding and how to prepare for breastfeeding. We will also bust...
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Ep 1. Introduction to the Parental Well-Being Podcast
Welcome to the Parental Well-Being Podcast! The Parental Well-Being podcast is for parents who sometimes struggle with parenting while managing the complexities of life. This podcast aims to support parents in gaining insights into parenting challenges and stresses and provide some tools,...
About this show
The Parental Well-Being Podcast founder and host Shirena Vasan aims to support parents to gain insights into parenting challenges & stresses & provide tools, techniques, & resources to manage these.
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