Vicky McIntyre

Raising Rebels

Kids EN ↓ 7 episodes

"Raising Rebels" is a podcast exploring the challenges of parenting tweens, teens, and beyond. Gone are the nappy changes, sleepless nights and toddler tantrums, only to make way for the next set of fun parenting challenges! Join us for expert advice, relatable stories, and humour as we navigate school transitions, heartbreak, leaving home, and more. Connect with a community of parents facing similar joys and struggles whilst keeping our sanity and relationships intact. Welcome to the adventure!

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Author

Vicky McIntyre

Episodes

Reflecting on the changing face of Christmas and New Year goal setting! 02.01.2024 26:52

In this episode, I’m reflecting on how Christmas has changed as my children grow up, from Santa scepticism to involving partners and pets! I also talk about my favourite new years practices and family goal setting. Grab a cuppa, draw the blinds against the cold and have listen by the fire! Would love to hear your own reflections and ideas of family goal setting so connect with me on social media a...

How my teenage diary had me questioning my parenting 19.11.2023 30:25

My husband found my diary from 1997 in the loft last week. I was 17! After cringing, I was encouraged to think about how being a teenager has changed, as has society. This made me realise that I really need to rethink some of the preconceived ideas I have about being a teenager. Have you ever re-read one of your teenage diaries. How did it feel?! Connect with me on social media, follow, leave a re...

Navigating the News: How to address those difficult issues with your tweens and teens. 15.10.2023 23:17

In this episode, we delve into the important topic of how to talk to your kids about difficult issues in the news. With the constant influx of information from various media sources, our tweens and teens are often exposed to challenging and sometimes distressing news stories. Join me as I discuss how best to navigate the news in these troubling times. Find me @raising_rebelspocastofficial on Insta...

Using Growth Mindset to talk about achievement- exam results edition! 22.08.2023 26:40

Exam results season is the perfect time to reflect on the “big conversations” we’re having with our kids about achievement and using them to help develop their Growth Mindset. Developing a Growth Mindset is shown to help build resilience and equip our teens with the tools they need to face challenges in academia and life in general. The book “Mindset” completely changed the way I thought about the...

The wonders of the mysterious adolescent brain! 31.07.2023 27:38

When it comes to the developing teenage brain there’s good news and bad news. Good news- they can’t help it. Bad news- they can’t help it! Join me as I explore the science behind the workings of the adolescent brain and how we can help support our young people through a time when, let’s face it, they’re being a bit of a d*ck! Follow me on Instagram: @raising_rebelspodcastofficial and TikTok:@raisi...

What does it mean to “Raise Rebels”? 22.07.2023 25:07

Welcome to the first episode! In this episode I introduce myself, why I’ve started this podcast and what it means to “Raise Rebels”. Find me on social media @raising_rebelspodcastofficial

Raising Rebels (Trailer) 17.07.2023 0:59