Distracted

In this episode, Angela Lockwood shares the three fundamental actions we need to trake as parents to start to build a trsutung relationship with our kids around device use. Angela shares that just like any area of parenting parents are in the driver’s seat and building a trusting relationship with our kids child will ensure parents know when to step back and give a little freedom and when to step...

School holidays can cause parents worry about keeping kids entertained. In this episode Angela reminds us about what school holidays are really about and how to change from feeling like an activities coordinator to enjoying the down times as much as the fun times with your kids. Enjoy!

In this episode Angela speaks with Primary school teacher and now children's book author, Miranda Taylor. Miranda's first and new book "Isn't it crazy" is a delightful book exploring the inquisitive and curious things our kids think about and say. The conversation also explores the importance of looking beyond academics when supporting a child particularly in their early years. Enjo...

In this episode Angela focuses on how we can identify if a child is struggling with low confidence and importantly what we can do as teachers and parents to help build their confidence. Angela also shares information about her program The Holistic and Inclusive Classroom, an online program for teachers.

In this episode Angela speaks with award winner Amy Cox CEO and Founder of Playful Families. Parenting can be hard, it can be tiring but it is filled with moments of joy and fun. Amy discussed her ENJOY approach to parenting and aims to help ease the guilt of perfection that so many parents face. If you are a parent wanting to bring back the enjoyment to your parenting and focus on connecting with...

Understanding how to raise our kids as well-rounded, healthy, and happy beings in a digital world can feel overwhelming, even scary for parents. It is the first time in history that our kids may just know more than us about this area. In this episode, Angela speaks with Dr. Kristy Goodwin, author of Raising Your Child in a Digital World, Australia's leading digital wellbeing and productivity speak...

Being a Mum is hard work. It can feel like you are always putting yourself last and before you know it your health, happiness and spark have faded. In this episode, Angela Lockwood speaks with Dr. Ali Young Author of "Work. Mama. Life" about the simple ways mums can regain their health to feel energised and healthy without adding to the overwhelm of life.

In this episode, podcast host and Occupational Therapist Angela Lockwood discusses how teachers can communicate their concerns about a student in their class without ruining a relationship with a parent. After years of seeing these conversations go badly, Angela shares simple but important considerations when a teacher communicated their concerns about a student in their class in the first couple...

In this episode, Angela explores the balance between fostering childhood risk-taking and nurturing our kids. Angela is joined by Dr. Susie O'Neill, Founder and CEO of KIDS Foundation. The KIDS Foundation reaches over 400,000 children each year in Australia through 10,000 early childhood education centres through their safety awareness programs and recovery programs for young people who have experi...

In this episode, Angela interviews a primary school teacher, sports coordinator, and founder of Fit Groms, Celia Mulder. From seeing the challenges teen girls are having with looking after their physical, emotional and social wellbeing Miss Celia shares the important role exercise has in creating positive lifelong habits for girls. Through access to role models outside of the home, to developing a...

After witnessing first-hand the power of using dogs to make reading more accessible in schools, Angela interviews Janine Sigley, the co-founder of Story Dogs. Story Dogs is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to make reading fun for children so they become confident lifelong readers. In this episode, Angela and Janine talk about the importance of reducing the overwhelm of reading and helpin...

In her most personal episode yet, A Kid's Life Podcast host Angela Lockwood shares her story from an aspiring Australian hockey player to a 17-year-old with a brain injury questioning the direction of her life and the shattering of her dreams. Angela shares how interaction with an Occupational therapist whilst in the hospital recovering from her injuries would change the direction of her life and...

In this episode, Angela aims to bring a different perspective on a child's behaviour. Often we see a child's emotional reaction or behaviour from a "good or bad" perspective. For many children, it is a build-up of sensory factors that can lead to overwhelm and ultimately a meltdown or withdrawal. Angela simplifies the concept of sensory overwhelm and what we can do as adults to keep a calm and sen...

In this episode, Angela speaks with Milinia Opsenica, the Founder of Beyond the Cusp. Milina's mission is to normalise and encourage open conversations and honour the Rite of Passage as girls transition from a child to a young woman marked by getting their periods. She breaks down the simple ways to have conversations with our girls about what to expect and where they can go if they need support i...

In this episode, Angela speaks with Sharna Dawson, Careers Advisor and Founder of EDGE Workshops. EDGE  stands for  E ducation,  D eportment,  G rooming,&  E mployability Skills. All of these are covered in Sharna's interactive workshops she conducts with school aged kids to help prepare them for the job-seeking process. In this episode Sharna shares the main challenge...

In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews Sharon Collon Founder of The Functional Family, and online program that provides life changing strategies to support parents of children with ADHD or behavioural challenges. Knowing first-hand the overwhelm that comes with raising children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, known as ADHD, she has three boys all who have ADHD and is married to...

In this episode Angela interviews Luke Lindsay, General Manager Lifeline (QLD) and Statewide Services. Lifeline is a widely respected 24/7 crisis support service that provides short-term support for people who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe. We are facing a global, national and local mental health crisis. More people are turning to Lifeline than ever before. In...

In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews 6 time Author and Resilience Coach Janine Shepherd, AM. Janine's TED talk "A broken body isn't a broken person" has been viewed over 1.5 million times. Her work on resilience and post-traumatic growth has seen her travel the globe sharing her story when as a champion cross-country skier, she was training for the Winter Olympics when she was hit by a truc...

In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews Adam Voigt, Educational Leader and Founder of Real Schools an organisation supporting Principals and Teachers to build positive school cultures. Adam shares how schools and parents can work together to learn from the recent interruptions in our schools through understanding what matters in educating our children. Adam also shares how parents can help the...

In this episode, Angela interviews Naturopath Katie Barron. For years Katie has been embracing telehealth and online service delivery as a part of her health practice to help her reach more clients in the comfort of their homes. She equates her success to having the right people around her and an unwavering focus on what drives her. If you are looking to take your services online this episode will...

In this episode, Angela interviews Jac Edser of Edser Health, an Occupational Therapist and Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner who exudes what she teaches, health, calm and simple living. She shares how to achieve optimal health through appreciating and understanding the relationship of the mind to the body.  

Making changes in our life can feel overwhelming. We know things need to change but we do not know how to make the first step. In this episode, Angela shares one important question to ask yourself if you feel life is out of balance or not how you would like and then simple ways to make the change you seek.

The culture of our family has many influences none more than the behaviours and habits of parents. Children look to parents as models of behaviour, so it is important that children are seeing parents with healthy habits around device use. In this episode, Angela shares how to create a switch-off culture in your family that places more importance on the relationships within the family unit rather t...

It has become the modern-day reality, too much to do, too many people wanting too much from us and feeling like we can't get the basics done. Even though it may feel like we are running frantically we are receiving messages that we need to slow down. In this episode, Angela shares how to pay attention to the signs that we need to slow down while still keeping up with the pace of life.

With so much to do in our lives, as adults, we often forget how to have fun. When we were a child fun is what they do! Simple activities become a game and laughter is a part of their day. Fun is what drives them. Unfortunately, as adults, we lose this and prioritise getting tasks done rather than having fun. In this episode, Angela shares simple ways you can inject fun back into your day to help g...