The Parent Squad

Author and Real Life host John Cowan joins The Parent Squad to talk about whether or not you should discourage your children from following certain career paths that might be difficult in the future. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis joined the Weekend Collective to talk about teaching kids the value of mindfulness in this day and age. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting expert Dorothy Waide joined The Weekend Collective to discuss educating your children and how involved parents should get. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and Real Life host John Cowan joined The Weekend Collective to discuss criticism and parenting- is it ever okay to criticise someone else's parenting style in public? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Educational expert Kathryn Berkett joined the Weekend Collective to discuss whether kids' birthday parties are getting out of hand. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis joined the Weekend Collective to talk about protecting kids online in the era of smartphones and TikTok. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's edition of The Parent Squad, expert Dorothy Waide advises parents on working with reluctant readers and emphasises the importance of literacy in child development. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the Parent Squad, ZB's John Cowan offered advice on communicating with kids during times of crisis and big events. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Parent Squad, clinical psychologist Jacqui Maguire offered advice on how to handle sibling rivalries. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Parent Squad, educational expert Kathryn Burkett explained back to school anxiety, and why kids in Auckland are feeling unsettled due to last week's weather. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Next week marks the beginning of the 2023 school year, and parenting expert John Cowan offered advice on how to prepare your anxious child for a new school term. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The end of another school year brings prize-giving ceremonies- and extra stress for children and families. John Cowan from ZB's 'Real Life' joined in to offer parents advice for navigating this tricky time of year. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscience educator Kathryn Berkett talked about conflicts and relationships and what children can pick up on from a young age. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zazi Plays is on the show talking about how to deal with anxiety at a young age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bestselling author Dorothy Waide joined the Weekend Collective crew for The Parent Squad. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family Coach John Cowan joined the Weekend Collective team to discuss... Is it ok to snoop or spy on your kids for their own sake – when is it ok. I imagined if I ever bought them a car I would put a gps in it...   Moody kids - how much should parents tolerate in terms of mood changes and tantrums – what are the battles you should leave for another day?   Should you let your children swear at home...

Zazi Henderson is a speech and language therapist whose Instagram alter ego is a @zaziplays. She joined The Weekend Collective.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO of Parenting Place Dave Atkinson joins the show ahead of the school holidays. Family traditions, screen time and family projects featured on the show. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby Whisperer Dorothy Waide joined the Weekend Collective to discuss taking young kids on holidays, and reasons why people have children in the first place.    LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Anna Martin joined The Weekend Collective for The Parent Squad. They discussed kids needing their own bedrooms and the need to give children an opportunity to share their side of a story. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting Expert John Cowan joined the Weekend Collective with  Tim Beveridge and Francesca Rudkin to discuss the value of grandparents, reconnecting with family members and managing relationships.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscience Educator Kathryn Berkett joined the Weekend Collective to discuss discouraging addictive behaviours, why the first 1000 days are important, and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby Whisperer Dororthy Waide joined the Weekend Collective to discuss small children arguing, going on holiday without your children, childhood friends who are bad influences and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting Expert John Cowan joined the Weekend Collective to discuss siblings who always argue, how important are school reports, and all your parenting questions.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.