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The Big Hearted Podcast
by Victoria Edmond
The Big Hearted Podcast has been created for educators to find inspiration and gather ideas for their own educational practice and to help broaden their perspectives on all aspects from education and care practices, to business and balancing their lives. Victoria Edmond has been involved with early years education for well over a decade. She has been the managing Director of Rainbow Bridge Family Day Care since 2012, and branched out with business partners Marta Koncz and Jess Thomas to create Big Hearted Education. After seeing how educators had difficulties with understanding the programming requirements, felt isolated and unsupported in their role, and had at times very little business guidance, they set about creating courses and resources to help educators feel confident in their own abilities. The Big Hearted Podcast is released weekly and features solo episodes from Victoria, as well as interviews with educators and specialists who can help educators to look at their busin
Episodes
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From Guilt and Burnout to Calm and Confidence: Exploring PSYCH-K® with Gemma Honeyball
What if the stress, guilt and fear you experience in Family Day Care aren’t simply things you have to learn to live with? In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I’m joined by my friend and PSYCH-K® facilitator, Gemma Honeyball, to explore a modality that I was initially pretty sceptical…
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Finding Your Values as an FDC Educator (And Why It's the Antidote to Burnout)
An educator named Jane left a comment that stopped me in my tracks: "I don't know if I ever share my values." If that hits you the same way it hit her, this episode is for you. In this episode, I unpack: The difference between requirements (what you must do) and values (why you'd want to do it),...
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The Interview That Saves You a Bad Enrolment
Finding the right family is about more than filling a vacancy. It's about building a partnership that supports children, families and your business. In this episode, I share my top tips for interviewing new families and explain how to make families feel welcome while finding out whether they're…
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Thinking About Family Day Care? Everything I Wish Educators Knew Before Making the Leap
Are you an early childhood educator considering a move into family day care but feeling unsure where to begin? In this episode, I unpack everything I wish educators knew before starting their family day care journey. From understanding the regulatory requirements and setting up your home...
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Profit Is Not a Dirty Word: The Financial Truth Every Family Day Care Educator Needs to Hear with Shannon Knight
Running a family day care service means wearing many hats: educator, business owner, administrator, accountant, and future planner. In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I sit down with Shannon Knight from Ledger Management, a former family day care educator turned accountant, to unpack the...
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The Current Climate in FDC
After nearly 12 months away from the mic, I'm back.....and I have a lot I want to share with you. This episode is for every educator and service coordinator who has been watching the landscape shift and wondering: is this the end of family daycare? The short answer is no. But it IS a season of...
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Beyond the Device Ban: Safeguarding Childhood in a Digital Age
Hello, my lovely listeners 💛 This week’s episode is a heavy one, but one we must have. We’re diving into the real reason behind the Department's push to ban personal devices in early childhood settings, including family day care. And let me be upfront, this is not one to listen to with children...
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Do You Own Your Business, Or Does It Own You?
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, I’m diving into something that many of us feel but don’t often say out loud: Do you own your business, or does it own you? If you’re feeling constantly “on”, mentally cluttered, or like your to-do list is running your life, this episode is for you. After a…
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When Life Throws Curveballs: Building a Safety Net as a Family Day Care Educator
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, I’m diving into something crucial for every family day care educator—being prepared for when things go wrong. Whether it’s natural disasters, unexpected closures, or financial hiccups, too many educators are one emergency away from financial stress. This...
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How to Talk to Families About Slow Pedagogy: Addressing Misconceptions & Gaining Support
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, we’re diving into a topic that I know many of you have questions about—slow pedagogy. What is it really? How do we explain it to families in a way that makes sense? And most importantly, how do we help them see that it’s not about letting children run wild,...
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The Educator’s Role in Supporting Independence
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, we’re diving into something so close to my heart—supporting children’s independence. If you’ve ever found yourself rushing to do things for children instead of with them, or if you’re wondering how to step back and truly empower the little ones in your care,...
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The Practicalities of Slow Pedagogy
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, we’re getting practical with slow pedagogy—what it actually looks like in your family day care and how to bring it to life without feeling overwhelmed. Slow pedagogy isn’t just about moving at a slower pace; it’s about being intentional, creating space for...
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Encouraging a Cultural Shift in FDC
Welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! This week, we’re diving into something I feel really passionate about—encouraging a cultural shift in family day care. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: the answer to burnout in FDC is slow pedagogy. When we slow down, tune into the children, and...
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The Lasting Impact on Children's Transitions to Bigger Settings
The Lasting Impact on Children's Transitions to Bigger Settings Hello, hello, and welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! This week, we're continuing the deep dive into slow pedagogy—and trust me, if you haven’t quite got it from the last two episodes, there’s still plenty more to unpack! This...
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Beyond the Rush: Embracing Slow Pedagogy for Educators and Children
Beyond the Rush – Embracing Slow Pedagogy for Educators and Children Hello, hello, and welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! This week’s episode comes off the back of an email from Miss Jodie, who loved last week’s episode so much that she’s listened to it four times already! She’s also super...
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Breaking Down Slow Pedagogy
Hello, my lovely listeners! This week, I’m talking all about slow pedagogy—a mindful, intentional approach to early childhood education. It’s about clearing out the clutter, creating calm spaces, and giving both children and ourselves the time and freedom to truly thrive. If you’re feeling...
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The Direction of 2025 for BHE
Welcome to Season 4 of the Big Hearted Podcast and the beginning of an inspiring 2025! In this first episode of the year, we take a reflective look through what’s to come for Big Hearted Education, with an overarching focus on slowing down and swinging the pendulum back to a simpler, more...
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The Courage to Be Authentic
Personal Growth, Vulnerability, and Embracing Limiting Beliefs In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I’m coming to you from my hotel room in downtown Vancouver, and it’s going to be a personal one. After receiving an email from my coach, Tina Tower, asking for feedback on her…
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Why The ABC's to FDC?
In today’s episode of The Big Hearted Podcast, I’m excited to introduce the upcoming ABCs to FDC course, a free three-night event created to support family day care (FDC) educators with practical strategies for the most common challenges. Launching on 14 October, this course will cover everything...
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Taking the Family out of Family Day Care?
"Calling BS on 'Taking the Family Out of Family Day Care" Welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! In this episode, I tackle a common statement circulating within the family day care community: “They’re taking the family out of family day care.” I’m here to call BS on that. Together, let’s…
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Having a look at what is REALLY required
In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I delve into the world of documentation in family day care settings, challenging the norms that often lead to unnecessary stress for both educators and children alike. I discuss the importance of simplifying documentation processes to focus more…
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Being a Dependable Person
Episode Overview: In this episode, I explore the importance of building strong connections with children and being a dependable figure in their lives, especially in early childhood education settings. I reflect on key insights from the book Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and Dr. Gabor...
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Mindfulness in FDC-Finding calm in the chaos
Podcast Show Notes: Mindfulness in Family Daycare - Finding Calm in the Chaos In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I’m covering the topic of mindfulness in family day care and how it can help us, as educators, find calm amidst the everyday chaos. With so many of us feeling…
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Ade Hoffman and Nature Play All Day
Show Notes: Episode with Ade Hoffman – Nature Play All Day Introduction: Welcome to this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast! I’m thrilled to chat with Ade Hoffman from Nature Play All Day in Maine, USA. Ade is a trailblazing educator who has taken the leap to create an outdoor…
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Beyond Nutrition: Creating Meaningful Food Experiences in FDC
Welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of food education with the wonderful Mandy Dos Santos from Little People Nutrition. 🌱🥕 Mandy shares her expertise on how educators and parents can create meaningful connections with children through food,...
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The Magic of Mealtimes
In this episode, I’m sharing some thoughts on the importance of togetherness during mealtimes in family daycare. Many of us see children arriving in the morning without having had a proper breakfast, often due to the rush of their parents’ busy schedules. This can lead to children missing out on...
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What you should REALLY know
In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Education Podcast, we delve into a crucial conversation about the responsibilities of family day care educators under the National Law and Regulations. Prompted by a recent discussion with an authorized officer from the New South Wales Department of...
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What if I didn't feel Guilty?
In this week's episode, I discuss the importance of reducing workload in family day care without feeling guilty. Building on the feedback from last week's episode on intentional teaching, I address the guilt many educators feel when they try to simplify their programmes. This episode is packed…
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Intentional Teaching-What it can do for you
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of intentional teaching and seasonal planning for early childhood educators. Discover how these strategies can enhance your work-life balance, increase your professionalism, and positively impact children's experiences. Key...
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A Winning Submission?
Episode Description: In this episode, we provide practical guidance for family day care educators on how to effectively answer submission questions for the Educator of the Year nominations. Discover how to highlight your unique strengths, empower children in your care, and engage with the wider...
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Let's not get to Burn Out Stage
In today's episode, we look at practical strategies to help family day care educators avoid burnout by working with the seasons and prioritising self-care. From setting up a slow cooker the night before to establishing consistent routines, discover actionable tips to fill your cup and maintain…
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How to Manage Wellness in FDC
Podcast Show Notes: Managing Illness in Your Family Day Care Episode Summary: In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I discuss managing illness in family day care services. I provide practical tips on setting boundaries, communicating with parents, and implementing a wellness policy to…
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Understanding Myofunctional Therapy: What It Is and Why It Matters
Welcome to the Big Hearted Podcast! Today, we have a very special guest, Jana, a renowned myofunctional therapist. Jana is here to enlighten us on the intricacies of myofunctional therapy and its impact on early childhood development and beyond. Key Points: What is Myofunctional Therapy? Jana...
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Why services should NOT share their Dollars and Cents
Episode Summary: In today’s episode, I tackle the contentious issue of whether family day care services should disclose their financial breakdown to educators. Triggered by recent posts from educators questioning service fees, I dive deep into the complexities and challenges faced by service...
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The Art and Science of Play
The Art and Science of Play Welcome to a very special episode of the Big-Hearted Podcast! Today, we're diving into the Play and Programming Summit, designed to revolutionise your approach to early childhood education. Join us as we explore the incredible insights and practical strategies from our...
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Deciding to put your fees up? Listen to this first!
Welcome to a pivotal discussion on financial empowerment in family day care. In today's episode, we address the often daunting task of setting fees that accurately reflect the value of the services provided. Our focus isn't just on the numbers, but on the fundamental respect and worth that every...
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Holding Hands, Saving Lives with Michelle McLaughlin
In this deeply moving episode of the Big Hearted Education Podcast, Michelle McLaughlin, founder of the Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation, shares the heart-wrenching story of her family's loss which led to the creation of a vital road safety initiative. As family day care educators and parents,...
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Amplifying what you WANT to see, not the story you hear
Hello, and a warm welcome to our latest episode (yes, a tad delayed, and that’s okay). Today’s about being comfortable with where you’re at, and the face we present to the world. What’s Inside: Heartfelt thoughts on self-recognition and authenticity in our professional journey. The unexpected...
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A Fuelled Up Life with Sammi Jaeger
Fuel Up Your Life with Sammy Jaeger Episode Overview: Today's episode welcomes the delightful Sammy Jaeger, an entrepreneur, integrator coach, speaker, and author in the making. Fresh from the Her Empire Builder conference, Sammy shares her insights on self-care, empowerment, and the importance…
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Do you own your business, or does your business own you?
In today's episode, we look at the intricate dance of owning your business versus being owned by it. I speak into the essential nature of strategic planning for the health of your family daycare business. The lack of planned holidays, financial foresight, and daily structure are tell-tale signs…
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Rekindling Joy in Early Years Education
Welcome to the Big-Hearted Podcast. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from the vibrant and insightful Melissa DeCastro, an early childhood educator from Canada. As a mother of three and a veteran in the field of early education, Melissa shares her wealth of experience, spanning...
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Dealing with Trolls
Welcome to the Big Hearted Podcast. Today, I'm venturing into the often-sensitive territory of dealing with criticism and feedback within our family daycare community. I'll be sharing my personal and professional experiences on how to turn potentially hurtful comments into opportunities for…
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Out of the Box with Rachel Smith
In this week's episode, we dive into the journey of Rachel Smith, a remarkable family day care (FDC) educator with a story that resonates with resilience, passion, and the transformative power of adversity. Rachel's path from experiencing a career-threatening challenge to becoming a beacon of…
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Throwing the Challenge to You!
Welcome to this week's episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, where we looking into innovative approaches to documentation in family day care and challenging the norms to uplift our practices for the children's benefit. In This Episode: The No-Photo Challenge: We embark on a thought-provoking…
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From Detection to Prevention: Conversations on Child Safety with Kristi McVee
GPT In this deeply impactful episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, we delve into the critical and sensitive issue of child safety within early childhood education, featuring the insightful Kristi McVee. With her extensive background as a police officer and child abuse detective, Kristi shares...
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Programming is not Confusing: Unless you make it so!
Episode Summary: Today's podcast explores the simplicity of programming and planning in early childhood education when approached with clarity. We tackle the common hurdles educators face with documentation and offer practical strategies for making the process more efficient and meaningful. The...
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Permission to Love Yourself First
In the latest #bigheartedpodcast episode, Carol Robinson steps up to the mic with a message that resonates with every family day care educator's heart. With years of experience from managing a beauty salon to mentoring in self-love, Carol understands the intricacies of caring for others while...
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Having an Honest Look at Yourself
As a Family Day Care (FDC) educator, personal responsibility plays an important role in ensuring a high-quality care and educational environment. Not only that, it increases your level of enjoyment within your work. Here are five key points regarding personal responsibility: Understanding and...
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Starting the Year feeling Meh?
Language Warning! I dropped a few tiny words that are not appropriate for children! In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, we were joined by Educator of the Year Stephanie Hoy from Port Lincoln, South Australia. Leaving behind the corporate world for family daycare, Stephanie has embraced…
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New Year, New Focus: What will your word for 2024 be?
Hello there, It's Victoria here, and I'm delighted to be back in the podcast chair after a little break. I've missed our chats, and I'm buzzing with excitement to share my plans for the year with you. I'm keeping our podcast sessions to a cosy 20 minutes, so you can fit a dose of inspiration into...
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The Big Hearted Podcast has been created for educators to find inspiration and gather ideas for their own educational practice and to help broaden their perspectives on all aspects from education and care practices, to business and balancing their lives. Victoria Edmond has been involved with early years education for well over a decade. She has been the managing Director of Rainbow Bridge Family Day Care since 2012, and branched out with business partners Marta Koncz and Jess Thomas to create Big Hearted Education. After seeing how educators had difficulties with understanding the programming requirements, felt isolated and unsupported in their role, and had at times very little business guidance, they set about creating courses and resources to help educators feel confident in their own abilities. The Big Hearted Podcast is released weekly and features solo episodes from Victoria, as well as interviews with educators and specialists who can help educators to look at their busin
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