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The Parenting Couch
by Rachel Chappell and Sarah Levett
Join Rachel Chappell and Sarah Levett on The Parenting Couch, where we discuss the big issues facing Mums across Australia. We share our experiences and advice about navigating the ever-changing parenting challenges, and are joined by experts, celebrities and parents too. Listen to feel more connected & supported, while having a laugh about what parenting is really like. Brought to you by North Shore Mums.
Episodes
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The Next Chapter: Rachel’s Breast Cancer Battle
For our final episode of 2024, we had envisioned something festive and cheerful to set the tone for a fun Christmas season. However, life had other plans. On November 18, 2024, our host, Rachel Chappell, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer, and those plans have taken a backseat—for now. In...
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Talk the Talk: Understanding Language Milestones for Kids, with Jules Tushuizen
This week, we’re diving into speech and language development with the incredible Jules Tushuizen, an experienced Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist. Jules shares her wealth of experience to help parents navigate their child's exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking journey through...
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Household Harmony: How to share the Domestic Load without losing your mind, with Cherie Marriott
So many mums are stressed with juggling kids, work and the bulk of the domestic load. The creep can be gradual and suddenly it seems like we’re ‘doing everything’. This can lead to feelings of bitterness and resentment – and now we’re bickering or testing each other, to see if the other one…
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Stop the Bully: Proven Strategies to Empower Your Child, with Dr Justin Coulson
In this powerful episode, we dive into one of the hardest challenges facing kids and parents today: bullying. Joined by leading parenting expert Justin Coulson, we uncover what’s really at the heart of bullying behaviours, how they impact young minds, and, most importantly, the steps we can take…
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Starting ‘Big’ School: How to make the transition smooth and stress-free, with Gen Muir
In today’s episode, we sit down with Gen Muir, a renowned parenting expert, to discuss one of the biggest milestones in a child’s life — the transition to 'big' school. If you're preparing to send your little one off to kindergarten, this episode is packed with insights, tips, and advice on…
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Foster Care: Busting the myths
If you could be a part-time foster carer and make a real difference in a young person’s life, would you do it? With flexible care options like fostering for just a week or the occasional weekend, and an urgent need for carers in Sydney, this episode busts all the common misconceptions that you...
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No Bad Kids, Just Big Emotions: A Fresh Look at Childhood Behaviour, with Billy Garvey
Welcome to today’s episode, where we’ll dive deep into the world of child mental health— a more pressing issue than ever. Did you know that 1 in 7 children aged 4 to 17 meet the clinical criteria for a mental illness over 12 months? Yet, despite these staggering numbers, only half of these…
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Back to Work: Navigating the 'new normal' after baby, with Lauren Perrett
Today, we’re tackling the tricky topic of returning to work after having kids. It’s one that most mums need to consider, and it’s never an easy decision. Whilst some mums are happy to return to work or have to return for financial reasons, others simply want to spend as much time as they can with...
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Family Wellness: Tips for a Healthier, Happier Family with Dr Nick Fuller
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Nick Fuller, a leading expert in the field of childhood nutrition and author of the new book "Healthy Parents, Healthy Kids". We dive deep into the essentials of creating a healthy, happy home environment, starting with meal planning and how to involve your…
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Digital Harmony: Realistic Screen Time Strategies for Families, with Gen Muir
In a world where screens are everywhere, it can be challenging to find the right balance for our children. In today’s episode of The Parenting Couch, we chat with Parenting Educator Gen Muir to help us navigate this digital landscape, offering strategies to create healthy habits and foster a...
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Kid-Approved Lunchboxes: Tasty and Nutritious Ideas, with Suzanne Burke from bodysaysyay!
As parents, we all know the daily struggle of preparing a nutritious lunchbox... that our kids will actually eat. If you're in need of a little mid-year inspiration, we've called in the expert! In this episode, we dive into the art of crafting the perfect healthy lunchbox with renowned health and...
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Escape the Exhaustion: Expert Tips to Overcome Parental Burnout, with Carryn Masluk
Are you running on empty? Juggling a hundred things at once? And it seems there is no end in sight? Parental Burnout is real! Psychologist Dr Carryn Masluk breaks down what is happening to women, and how you can get help. In this episode, we're diving into a topic that hits close to home for so...
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Perimenopause: How to optimise your health & wellbeing, with Susie Burrell
In this episode of The Parenting Couch, we delve into the important topic of nutrition during perimenopause. We’re joined by Susie Burrell, one of Australia’s leading dietitians, with extensive experience in women's health and nutrition. Susie shares valuable insights into how dietary choices can...
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School Can't: Strategies to support your child, with Dr Catherine Kizana
Does your child suffer from 'School Can't'? School Can’t… also known as school refusal, school phobia, school avoidance or school anxiety, is a condition where a child or teenager refuses to attend school or experiences extreme distress when faced with the prospect of going to school. It's more...
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Unlocking Academic Achievement: Supporting your teen's High School journey, with Ki Yan Baldwin from Kalibrate-Ed
Got a teenager at high school? Want to support them to reach their personal goals? Ki Yan Baldwin is an education strategist and Founder of Kalibrate Education. In this episode, we shares many practical tips about how to help your child achieve great results whilst nurturing their overall...
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How to Thrive in Motherhood, with Tara Darlington
Is it possible to ‘thrive’ in motherhood? Tara Darlington from Empowering Motherhood believes that it is… and shares her wisdom about how to make that a reality! In this episode, Tara shares: How to integrate self-care into your daily life as a busy mother so that it nourishes you and your…
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The biggest mistakes parents make (and how to avoid them!), with Dr Justin Coulson
We all want to be the best parents we can for our kids... but nobody is perfect, and we can always learn new tips to help our kids thrive! From setting high expectations and comparing our kids to others, to being a little bit "too" gentle in our parenting, Dr Justin Coulson outlines the biggest...
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Cyber Safety: How to protect your child from online predators, with Jen Hoey
Online predators hide in all corners of the internet… and it’s more important than ever to understand the risks, how to reduce harm and what to do if you suspect something isn’t right. We chat with Jen Hoey, Parent Cyber Safety Consultant who shares her important insights into the importance of...
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Party Girl to Sober Mum: Victoria Vanstone's journey to Sobriety
Victoria Vanstone is the creator and host of the hugely popular Sober Awkward podcast. Her new memoir A Thousand Wasted Sundays is an unashamedly warts and all look at modern day drinking culture, its impact on mental health and one mothers journey into freeing herself from the grip of socially...
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Take a breath: Vaping in children, with LifeEd Lisa Woodward
Vapes, e-cigarettes, stigs, pods… they go by many names and they pose a health risk to our young people. Would your Year 5 or 6 child know what to do if a vape was offered to them? Would they understand the dangers? Would they know how to say "no"? It's frighteningly easy for kids to come across...
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How to build Healthy Habits with Dr Gina Cleo
Want to create lasting positive habits so that you can live the lifestyle you've always wanted? We sit down with the inspiring Dr. Gina Cleo to understand the power of habits - and how we can use them to propel our lives forward. Dr. Gina Cleo is a trained dietician, author, speaker and habit...
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Expert Baby Sleep Tips from Sleep Consultant, Catherine Thompson
Are you struggling with getting your baby or toddler to sleep? Or simply want to learn some tips about how to make the process easier? We chat to Baby Sleep Consultant for her expert tips about how to get more sleep for baby... and for YOU! Plus: What age should a baby be able to ‘sleep through’...
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How to raise kids without bribes, threats & punishments... with Stephanie Pinto
Want to learn how to raise your kids without bribes, threats and punishment? Emotional Intelligence Coach Stephanie Pinto, shares how you can replace this style of parenting with something much more respectful, productive and compassionate. In this episode of the Parenting Couch, you'll learn......
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Self-care tips for mums, with Jillian Coughlan from The Spa Rooms
Are you feeling a little frazzled after a busy festive season? If 'self-care' has been at the bottom of your 'to do' list recently, it's time to change that. We chat with local spa owner, Jillian Coughlan, to find out some super simple ways that we can incorporate self-care into our daily lives…
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Tips for starting high school, with Claire Eaton
Is your child starting high school soon? Make the transition from primary to high school a smooth one. This podcast interview with Youth Mindset Coach, Claire Eaton, is packed with invaluable tips for both parents and students to help them get off to the best start! Starting high school is one of...
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Talking sex! How to talk to kids about sex, with Vanessa Hamilton
Do you know what to say when your child asks you how babies are made? From what age should you talk to kids about sex? How do you teach children about consent? These are just some of the many issues that are covered in this latest podcast episode with Vanessa Hamilton, Author of 'Talking Sex"....
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Divorce: A step-by-step guide from Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts
Are you in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage, and have been thinking about separation? If you're unsure of the first steps to take, or what might be ahead of you, be sure to listen to this enlightening interview with Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts from Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers. One…
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Feng Shui for health, wealth & happiness with Patricia Lohan
A happy life starts with a happy home... and Feng Shui is a four-thousand-year-old practice that can be used to supercharge your home to create a balanced and harmonious space. Feng Shui Expert Patrica Lohan shared her top tips for updating your home to balance your house's energy, find greater...
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Tame the Bully in your Brain, with Lauren Thompson
Is your child plagued by negative self-talk? Do they have low self-esteem? In this empowering episode of The Parenting Couch podcast, Rachel and Sarah talk to Lauren Thompson, Author of 'There's a Bully in my Brain' who shares her tips about how kids can develop a more positive self-talk and...
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Spring Cleaning Tips, with Decluttering Diva Kristina Duke
Got a spring in your step? Keen to tackle the cutlery drawer, linen cupboard or wardrobe? The Decluttering Diva joins Rachel & Sarah on The Parenting Couch to share her top tips for Spring Cleaning. This interview will give you the motivation you need to get started... and once you've sorted one...
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Parenting your teen through tough times, with Dr Jo Prendergast
It’s not easy being a parent in a world of TikTok and bubblegum-flavoured vapes! To help guide them through the teenage years, Rachel & Sarah invited Dr Jo Prendergast onto The Parenting Couch to get her top tips for supporting teens towards a healthy headspace. Parenting a tween or teen can come...
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How to help your daughter bloom, with Katie Parker from Bloomfully
In the latest episode of The Parenting Couch podcast, Rachel and Sarah talk with Katie Parker from Bloomfully... who has created an incredible online program for tween girls called 'I Believe In Me'. Katie opens up about her passion for helping girls to bloom, and her insights for how parents can...
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Tips for building, managing and protecting your money, with Canna Campbell
Financial stress is real, and it has a huge impact on our happiness. When we're stressed about money, our relationships with our partners are strained, we're not as patient with our children and our physical and mental health is impacted. If we can take control of our financial wellbeing and…
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6 Figures in School Hours, with Kate Toon
Do you feel like you never have enough hours in the day? Do you feel guilty about not baking organic muffins? Are your overwhelmed by an inbox that never seems to go down? Help is at hand. Kate Toon shares her insights about why you need to lower your expectations and banish the idea of being the...
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Chiropractic Care for Kids, with Dr Tori Wright
Does your baby hate tummy time, suffer from reflux or have trouble breastfeeding? Have you noticed that your child is developing bad posture from using screens? Did you know that all kids should be screened for scoliosis? Dr Tori Wright from Vivid Health Chiropractic shares some of the reasons…
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Tips to take control of your drinking, with Mind The Sip
Are you curious about changing your relationship with alcohol? Whether you want to cut back, moderate, take a break or quit for good, putting down the bottle isn't easy. But help is at hand! Ange Chappel is a North Shore Mum who has recently launched a life-changing app called Mind The Sip –...
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Democratic Schools: An alternative to the traditional school system
Have you ever heard about a 'Democratic School', but not sure how a school following this model of education actually works? In this week's episode of The Parenting Couch, Rachel & Sarah talk to Wendy Pettit from Currambena Primary School in Lane Cove to understand what makes a Democratic…
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How to be a great parent, with Dr Justin Coulson
Want to know how to be a GREAT parent? Not a half-baked parent. Not a ‘good-enough’ parent. A great parent? Dr Justin Coulson joins Rachel & Sarah on The Parenting Couch podcast to share his insights into a revolutionary parenting style that will transform the way you 'parent' your kids. About Dr...
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Easy ways to fit movement into your day, with Lizzie Williamson
When exercise feels impossible, Lizzie Williamson makes it easy. Whether you’re brushing your teeth, waiting for the kettle to boil or hanging out the washing, Lizzie's Two Minute Moves are all about making energy-boosting movement part of your everyday. We all know that we should be moving more,...
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Real Estate: Myths vs. Reality with Buyers Agent, Henny Stier
If you’re buying or selling property at the moment, you’re probably getting lots of opinions and advice from well-meaning friends and family. So how do you know whose advice to follow? In this episode, local Buyers Agent Henny Stier shares her expert answers to some of the most common real estate...
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Parenting without anger. Tips from Psychologist, Renee Mill
Do you dream of happy and cooperative children, who do what you ask without you needing to yell? Parenting without anger is something most of us probably aspire to, but the reality is that situations can sometimes escalate before we can calm down. In this interview, senior clinical psychologist...
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Tips for starting a business, from an inspiring Mumpreneur
Have you ever thought about launching a new product? We speak to entrepreneur Laura Campbell who saw the need for a baby carrier that didn't break your back... so she created one herself! Here, she shares her business journey from idea to the launch of the Hackerlily HipSurfer! Got yourself a…
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Domestic Violence & how to leave an abusive partner
In Australia, one in four women have experienced domestic violence in their life. Tragically, one woman in Australia is murdered every week by her partner. And there's an alarming increase in the number of North Shore Mums who are reaching out for advice and support as a result of abuse at home…
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Rising home loan rates. Tips to cope with My Money Sorted CEO, Dan Brown
Has your home loan been steadily increasing over the last couple of years? Are you about to come off a very low interest rate? We speak to financial planner Daniel Brown who shares some golden nuggets about what you can do to ride the interest rate rise. If you've got a mortgage, like most...
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Tips to support your teen through the big issues with EPIC CEO Madeleine Steel
Got a teen? As you enter the world of parenting a teenager, there are a whole range of new parenting challenges to face. No longer are you worrying about bed wetting, tantrums or fussy eating… you now might need to support your child through more serious issues like self harm, eating disorders or...
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Mum Guilt! What's yours?
In this episode, we talk about this topic that impacts us all. We all experience it at some time, or alot of the time. Rachel and Sarah discuss Sarah's latest Mum Guilt. And delve into some of the other areas we tend to suffer this guilt. Support Services Gidget Foundation: Call 1300-851-758 or...
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Setting boundaries with ‘nope coach’ Suzanne Culberg
Is setting boundaries a challenge for you? Do you say ‘Yes’ to everything because you fear disappointing people, don’t want to cause any drama or simply want to keep the peace? Meet Suzanne Culberg. She’s a “Nope Coach’ who helps women to say “no” without feeling like a bitch. In this episode of...
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We are back! The catch up on holidays and plans for 2023...
The Parenting Couch is back for 2023! In the first episode of Season 2, Rachel and Sarah talk about their holidays and goals for 2023. We covered so many great topics with so many amazing guests in 2022. Don't forget to head back to past episodes if you haven't heard these yet. If you are new to...
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Our xmas episode! And last for 2022!
Sarah and Rachel have recorded this episode as a live video as a Xmas special. They are very grateful to all the guests that have been on in 2022. They announce the top 5 episodes for the season. Talk about what they love about this time of year too. They are taking a break for a month or so and...
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How to declutter Christmas, with Decluttering Diva Kristina Duke
With Christmas only a few weeks away, now is the ideal time to declutter your children’s toys, to make way for new gifts from Santa! If you’ve been meaning to sort through the toys to donate or sell, Kristina Duke from Decluttering Diva is here to share her top tips about how to tackle the job.…
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Join Rachel Chappell and Sarah Levett on The Parenting Couch, where we discuss the big issues facing Mums across Australia. We share our experiences and advice about navigating the ever-changing parenting challenges, and are joined by experts, celebrities and parents too. Listen to feel more connected & supported, while having a laugh about what parenting is really like.
Brought to you by North Shore Mums.
HOSTED BY
Rachel Chappell and Sarah Levett
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