Parenting Rewired Podcast

What if the best indicator of how much conflict is in your relationship was your child's stress hormones? In this episode, I sit down with Trish Purnell-Webb, clinical psychologist, certified Gottman therapist and trainer, and the first person in Australia to hold both those credentials. With over 15,000 hours of couples therapy behind her, Trish has seen what makes relationships thrive and what q...

Every day, your children are front-row audience members to the show you don’t even know you’re performing: the one where love, frustration, laughter, and repair all play out in real time. In this episode, I unpack what your kids are really seeing when you and your partner communicate, disagree, or reconnect after a hard moment. We spend so much time thinking about what our kids eat, how much scree...

Sometimes love feels uneven. One parent becomes the safe place, the favorite, the fun one, and the other becomes the background noise. It hurts. And even though we know it’s not personal, it still feels deeply personal. This episode dives into what happens inside us when our child prefers the other parent, the jealousy we don’t want to name, the guilt we try to hide, and the quiet self-doubt that...

My husband, the father of our two daughters and a returning guest on the podcast, is back to share his unique perspective on play and the crucial impact these playful interactions with dads have on their children’s lives. We dive into what it really means to be present on the floor, let the child lead, and embrace play, even when it doesn’t come naturally. From building confidence and emotional re...

If your child hits, you’ve probably tried everything: calm reminders, firm limits, gentle talks, maybe even consequences. But nothing seems to work. In this episode, I talk about the hidden piece that makes all the difference. It’s not about saying the right thing or having perfect patience, it’s about knowing  what the moment actually needs . We’ll unpack why hitting happens, what most parents ac...

In this episode, I unpack why co-regulation is one of the most powerful tools parents have. You’ll learn what co-regulation really means, why it’s essential for your child’s emotional development, and how your calm presence shapes their nervous system. Through personal stories and science, I share how regulating  your  emotions helps your toddler or child manage theirs- especially during tantrums...

What if the screaming matches with your teen, the endless power struggles, and that gut-wrenching ache of feeling like you've "lost" your child... all trace back to a single overlooked cry in their toddler years? In this raw, eye-opening episode, Dr Gal pulls back the curtain on the hidden cracks in families' emotional foundation—the ones that turn secure bonds into shaky resentment if left unchec...

We’ve all said it: “Stop crying.”- maybe not always in those words, but with actions. But what if that moment - the one we’re trying to silence - is actually when the real healing begins? In this episode, I unpack why children’s tears matter more than we think, and how our reactions shape their lifelong ability to regulate emotions, manage stress, and feel safe being themselves. I challenge one of...

Every parent wants that magical, unshakable bond with their child, but how do you actually build it? In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode, Gal sits down with her husband, Jamie, for a rare behind-the-scenes look at fatherhood, connection, and the small everyday moments that shape a child’s emotional world. From turning nappy changes into games, to using routines and “sports commentary...

Every parent knows the scene: your toddler goes from giggles to full-blown meltdown in seconds and nothing you say or do seems to calm the storm. Are tantrums a sign of bad behaviour, bad parenting, or something deeper? In this episode, I break down what tantrums  really  mean, why they happen, and how you can respond in ways that not only calm your child but also strengthen your relationship with...

Ever feel like a ghost in your own home? You pour your heart (and hours) into a nutritious family dinner, only to end up screaming "Dinner's ready!" into what seems like an empty universe while your kids stay glued to their screens, leaving you seething with rage, invisible, and completely defeated? If boundary enforcement leaves you triggered, regretful, and questioning why "ca...

As a clinical psychologist and mother, Gal brings both professional insight and lived experience to help parents navigate big emotions, build deeper connection, and break unhelpful cycles. Starting with her own story, in this raw and honest first episode.  Gal shares her journey of parenting while navigating emotional dysregulation and how this affected her life, and relationship with her daughter...

Exhausted by the non-stop "No!" barrage that turns simple routines like bedtime battles, daycare drama, or post-school meltdowns into soul-crushing sagas? What if that resistance isn't rebellion, but a cry for your steady presence in their wild, wavy world? In this mindset shifting episode, we unpack why your child's pushback is actually an indirect signal of their deep need for emotional anchorin...

Overwhelmed by the heart-wrenching cries at bathroom breaks, the post-daycare meltdowns that turn your home into a war zone, or the clingy "No!"s that make every goodbye feel like emotional quicksand? As a parent, it's exhausting when your little one's resistance feels like a personal rejection. But what if it's just their unspoken plea for the unbreakable security only you can provide? In this pe...

Do you ever feel like no matter how many times you repeat yourself, your child pushes back until you either yell, give in, or feel guilty for holding the line? You’re not alone. Many parents struggle with boundaries, wondering if they’re being too strict, too lenient, or just plain inconsistent. In this episode, I’ll unpack: What boundaries  really  are (and why they’re not about control or punish...

Official Trailer: Parenting Rewired Podcast Launching in September 2025, Parenting Rewired is a must-listen podcast for parents seeking real-life, evidence-based education on raising emotionally resilient children. Hosted by Dr. Gal, a clinical psychologist and mother of two, this show blends psychological insights with lived experience to help parents navigate the challenges and seasons of raisin...