Newstalk ZB

The Parent Squad

Kids EN ↓ 368 episodes

If it takes a village to raise a child, it must take a whole country to raise a family! Newstalk ZB’s Parent Squad helps to do just that. Joined by expert guests The Weekend Collective team delves into the complexities of Kiwi family life.

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Newstalk ZB

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Kids

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www.newstalkzb.co.nz

Latest episode

Jul 4, 2026

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Episodes

Kathryn Berkett: What children's TV shows are good for brain development? 12.12.2020

Child Psychologist from Engage training Kathryn Berkett joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice on all things parenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cowan: Do you give your kids what they want for Christmas? 05.12.2020

Parenting Expert and host of Real Life on Newstalk ZB John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice with managing children and their expectations over Christmas. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Atkinson: My family’s adoption story 28.11.2020

Dave Atkinson is the CEO of the Parenting Place. He joined The Weekend Collective to share his family's adoption story. Read more here:  https://parentingplace.nz/kiwi-family-stories/saying-yes-the-atkinson-familys-adoption-story/ LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Berkett: How to choose the best school for your kids 21.11.2020

How do you determine what is best for your kids? Do you go public, private or catholic? And is there any point in intermediate schools?  Child Psychologist from Engage training Kathryn Berkett joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dorothy Waide​: Helping kids who experience separation anxiety 14.11.2020

Dorothy Waide​ is one of New Zealand's most in-demand baby sleep consultants. She joined The Parent Squad on The Weekend Collective to share her advice for children who experience separation anxiety. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Natalie Flynn: Letting your kids see the school counsellor 07.11.2020

Making up the Parent Squad this week is Dr Natalie Flynn. We dive into the issue of letting your kids see the school counsellor, are you comfortable with them sharing with a stranger?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cowan: Is Halloween a waste of time? 31.10.2020

Parenting Expert from the Parenting Place and host of Real Life on Newstalk ZB, John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice on kids celebrating Halloween in New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Berkett: How many toys should kids actually have? 24.10.2020

Kathryn Berkett is a neuroscience educator. She joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice on all things parenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dorothy Waide: How much do children need a sibling? 17.10.2020

She joined The Parent Squad on The Weekend Collective to share her advice on the importance of sleep for little kids and what you can do to ensure they get a good night's sleep. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Atkinson: How to deal with kids triggering you 10.10.2020

Dave Atkinson is the CEO of the Parenting Place. He joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice on all things parenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Berkett: Dealing with personality clashes between parents and their children 03.10.2020

Child Psychologist from Engage training Kathryn Berkett joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice on all things parenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cowan: Dealing with kids being dishonest 26.09.2020

If your child is a fibber, will this cause issues down the line? Parenting Expert from the Parenting Place and host of Real Life on Newstalk ZB John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dorothy Waide​: The different reasons people have children 19.09.2020

Dorothy Waide​ is one of New Zealand’s most in-demand baby sleep consultants.  She joined The Parent Squad on The Weekend Collective to share her parenting advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Atkinson: The very real danger of TikTok 12.09.2020

Dave Atkinson is the CEO of the Parenting Place. He joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice on all things parenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Berkett: National promises $3000 to all expectant mothers 05.09.2020

The National Party is promising all expectant mothers $3000 and to make paid parental leave more flexible so both parents can take it at the same time. In its "First 1000 days" policy released this afternoon, National said it would implement a $226 million a year "seven-part plan" if elected into government at the election. It includes a $3000 credit per child for parents to purchase approved and...

John Cowan: Tips for parents dealing with their children's illegal activities 29.08.2020

How much should you care about your kids doing illegal things? Driving after 10PM on their restricted, not having a WOF on their car, downloading illegal movies, watching things they shouldn’t.... Parenting Expert from the Parenting Place and host of Real Life on Newstalk ZB John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Dorothy Waide​: How to settle little ones to sleep 22.08.2020

Dorothy Waide​ is one of New Zealand’s most in-demand baby sleep consultants.  She joined The Parent Squad on The Weekend Collective to share her advice on the importance of sleep for little kids and what you can do to ensure they get a good night's sleep. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Chatwin: Helping kids cope with another lockdown 15.08.2020

Lockdowns are having a big disruption to normality, with kids bearing the brunt of it with schools closed for a second time in the Auckland region. Registered psychologist from Mindworks.co.nz Sara Chatwin joins The Weekend Collective to share her advice on helping kids cope with another lockdown. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Berkett: School awards and certificates for kids 08.08.2020

Child Psychologist from Engage training Kathryn Berkett joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice on reward systems for kids at school. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Writes: Posting about your kids online 01.08.2020

Should your kids have a say in what you post about them online? Parenting expert Emily Writes joins The Weekend Collective to give her advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cowan: Should you swear around your kids? 25.07.2020

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Emily Writes: Should kids be allowed to sleep in your bed? 18.07.2020

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Kathryn Berkett: The big decisions about sending your kids to daycare 11.07.2020

Sending children to daycare is a worry for many parents. What are the ideal amount of hours, and how can you bond your child when they get home? Child Psychologist from Engage training Kathryn Berkett joined The Weekend Collective to share her advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cowan: What to do with teenagers during the school holidays 04.07.2020

Do you let your kids/teens sleep in during the holidays? Should you be making them get a job?  Parenting Expert from the Parenting Place and host of Real Life on Newstalk ZB John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to share his advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Natalie Flynn: The Parent Squad 27.06.2020

Clinical Psychologist Dr Natalie Flynn joins The Parenting Squad on The Weekend Collective to share her advice for parents. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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