ParentTalk# with Bev

This podcast is part 2 of 2 and focuses on student finance, student bank accounts and eight tips I found useful when supporting my eldest through her three years of studying at Uni. Now my youngest is off to university. So here we go again. Some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view.  Share your questions or stories by reaching out to email:  parenttalkwithbev@gmail.com

This podcast is part 1 of 2. This one focuses on degree and accommodation choices. A parents involvement hopefully sharing    some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view.  Share your questions or stories by reaching out to parenttalkwithbev@gmail.com

What does Google 'say' about abandonment? How might this show up in our lives and in our parenting?  Tongue in cheek maybe,  but how many of us turn to Google to search for answers? 

A dad: Elliotte, shares how domestic violence impacted his early life and how he is trying to heal for his own mental well being and his family's sake. CALL 01823 334244 Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence https://www.mankind.org.uk; https://www.mensharelisteninggroup.co.uk for 18+ Childline: 0800 1111 Interview with Teddy link https://open.spotify.com/ep...

We sometimes think we can do it all. Can we? Should we?  Listen as I try to encourage my friends on their new journey of motherhood & parenthood. What is the new strength?  Why don't you listen, find out and share?

Eavesdrop on a chat with a parent called 'Star' about safeguarding and bullying focused on some UK schools. You might be shocked by some of the content but different experiences may tend to do that. Have a note pad ready to take note of ideas that might help someone out there. Is there really a difference between schools? What power do we have as parents? Instagram:@bevparenttalk Web: www.parentta...

A Black mum sharing her thoughts and nine tips around keeping her children safe.  Episode recorded June 2021 but still relevant. 

A mature mother continues to share surviving her mother's abuse throughout her secondary school life.  Social services and the systems in place failed to protect her. She shares how it's never too late to get justice and to heal.  Organisations for support are available at www.mind.org.uk including counselling and therapy. Childline 0800 1111 for 18 year olds and under The Samaritans 116 123 free...

Listen to my guest speaker as she shares her experience of surviving her mother's abuse: mental, physical and spiritual. This is NOT comfortable listening but an experience shared to help others.  Organisations and support available from www.mind.org.uk  The Samaritans 116123 (free helpline) Childline 08001111 for 18 year olds and under

A Black British mother speaks on dealing with her sadness over recent months. It's ok to feel sad. We all do but it is a  New Year, a fresh start with hope for new things.

An interview from late July 2021 with Dr Janet Goodall speaking about parental engagement with our children's learning. Dr Goodall is an education expert focused on the parent's voice and our inclusion with school when it comes to our children's learning.  Gems though-out the interview so take a break and gain some insights. instagram: bevparenttalk www.parenttalkwithbev.com

Back after a break with 10 Tips  provided by Dr Dom Thompson et al  sent to me by a fellow parent. Also my own tips and recent experience shared for your listening.   www.parenttalkwithbev.com instagram: bevparenttalk

Reflections on whether I am a Bad or Good Mum regarding my decisions, and specifically in this podcast, related to giving my children the MMR jab. As parents we will come across this 'label' of being a Bad or Good mum often. I am just sharing how I dealt with mine.

A conversation recorded October 2020. Listen to our conversation covering; not getting into the university of her choice, missing each other and excitements and challenges of branching out! A loving conversation of encouragement. Enjoy.

How do we manage the No's with our children?

Meet, Social entrepreneur, Donelle Grant a 39-year-old mother and the founder of The Brave project community interest company; a non-profit suicide prevention and wellbeing service, for BAME boys and young men.  The Brave project creates and promotes culturally appropriate mental health awareness campaigns, that influence change and provide wellbeing workshops, services, and support for BAME boys...

A brief celebration marking the one year birthday of this podcast! A thought became a real idea that is now a reality. What 's new and next? Listen and find out.

Chioma, a parent within the ParentPowerSouthLondon group, joins me to to share some of her passions and some shared family experiences. Raising 2 boys and passionate about parenting. A Youth Practitioner, who runs parenting workshops is passionate about mental health, anti-racism, technology and who is in the final stages of publishing her first book! Multi tasking or what! Follow her on Instagram...

Join Jess Mookherjee and me as we talk about why mental health is a passion of ours especially during this time of Covid-19. We are both a part of South London Covid-19 Mental ill Health Prevention Taskforce because we care about the potential fall out for communities and people who are already struggling. Power to change is one conversation at a time. It's not a heavy discussion and there are pea...

Joined by a father, TeddyHoggle or Dom (as I know him) talking 'bout nuff tings. He is getting married in May 2021 but we had some time to talk on rising children with special educational needs, parenting in separation, Anime and black male mental health. A fellow podcaster focused on Anime you can follow him on Spotify and Anchor.fm/teddy-hoggle My Instagram: bevparenttalk  Email: parenttalkwithb...

A mother, Neusa Catoja, speaks about moving from depression to becoming a Transformational Guru. Real gems and insights that have inspired me and others. Hope this podcast inspires you too.  Her instagram: Iamneusacatoja  My instagram: bevparenttalk Email: parenttalkwithbev@gmail.com

Natasja Visser, a specialist coach & counsellor, joins me in conversation today. When is the right time to have "The Talk" about Sex with our children? Parents you will be encouraged. That is all I am saying. Natasja's website is https://letsexplain.org Her Youtube channel is Let'S Explain by Natasja Visser. Go check it out! instagram@bevparenttalk Email: parenttalkwithBev@gmail.com

Youth Safety is it still relevant? Listen as my 17 year old gives her views. Feeling lucky we manage to capture it! Do you think its a conversation we should still have with our young people?  instagram: @bevparenttalk email: parenttalkwithbev@gmail.com

Joined by some parents talking about the relevance to us and ours. Is it time for a more centralised universal parent support? Is that a Parent Commissioner for London at the GLA to amplify & advocate for parent voices? To find out more about community organising visit Citizensuk.org https://www.citizensuk.org My instagram bevparenttalk Email: parenttalkwitbev@gmail.com Website: www.parenttalk...

Fantastic and insightful interview with Marsha Powell, a mother, who set up a charity focused on girls! This is worth a listen even if you don't have daughters.  www.beleveuk.org A fantastic programmes supporting parents.  Charities for boys - Westside Young Leaders Academy https://www.nabss.org.uk/westside-young-leaders-academy SouthSide Young Leaders Academy- https://syla.org.uk Eastside Young L...