This video looks at how by questioning authority, our children are learning things in their own way.
(5:30 mins) Anxiety is not an enemy state… but we need to get a handle on it.
(4:09 mins) Sibling rivalry! It’s so tough… yet it’s biologically normal and we can see it as a ‘teachable moment’.
By understanding which temperament traits your child has been born with, you can help them reach their full potential.
(4:09 mins) Got a strong-willed, feisty child in your house? Help is at hand.
(3:28 mins) All parents are familiar with the phrase “I’m bored”. In this video I share with you why it’s a great thing that your kids get bored and why…
Expert, practical tips for encouraging a close bond between your toddler and their new baby sibling
One of the most special sit-down conversations with your teen should be one that Dr Arne refers to as ‘the honouring’. Learn what it means to honour your child, why this…
(6:10 mins) Quality time can be a rare commodity for today’s busy parents.
Ever asked the kids how their day was and had no response? Here are ways to find out what’s really going on in your child’s life.
(4:16 mins) Death is a reality that we all need to face including our children.
Often times when people hear that children shouldn’t be given consequences or put in time out, but rather understood empathically and championed developmentally, they get worried! Usually the worry is…
(2:22 mins) Play ideas with a 3-year-old
(3:43 mins) What do you when siblings take their rivalry beyond ‘normal’?
(2:14 mins) Play ideas with a 4-year-old
(4:30 mins) Does one of the parents in your house travel a lot for work or other reasons?
(3:03 mins) How a growth mindset can be developed through play
(3:57 mins) My four evidence-based tips for staying connected when your kids seem hell-bent on pushing your buttons!
It can be hard when your child is losing their mind to not jump into with them and also lose your mind. The science of child development tells us that…
What do you do when your child gets to an age where they want to start making their own decisions…staying out late, going to parties etc? How do we work…
One of the mistakes parents often make is thinking of their growing children as though they were small adults. In this mindset, we can often, by downward extension, apply the…
(4:15 mins) We all want our children to be confident and capable, right?
Predictability for your child is more than just a routine. Allison discusses how creating a predictable environment for your child can help mould their behaviour and brain function.
Getting aligned with your partner can be tough. But it can make family life easier. Here’s some ideas to parent on the same page.
(4:39 mins) Mothers need each other. Here’s how to find your tribe.
Discover the risks of using digital devices on play dates and simple ideas to tackle this sometimes tricky situation.
(3:14 mins) Quitting sounds negative, but kids should have space to try things and walk away when they don’t like it.
Does your tween or teen child have a mentor? Dr Arne explores who a mentor is, what role they play in your child’s life and why this is so important.
A fascinating look into how our childhood influences our parenting styles and why parents are quick to judge one another!
(1:32 mins) Play ideas with a 5-year-old
Is what sort of teenager you end up with just luck or is it possible to grow the right type of teen? Dr Arne explores when the right time to…
(4:15 mins) Has your child left toddlerhood but still having tantrums?
Music Therapist Allison talks about how we can use music to encourage the change in a child’s behaviour. This is particularly useful for children who are experiencing hyperactivity. Watch video…
Teacher Tom explores how punishments and rewards work in a child’s mind and the concept of ‘natural consequences’.
(4:11 mins) Are you struggling with consequences that simply don’t work? Do you find yourself relying on punishment that, in the end, feels useless and make you seem like the “bad guy”? Learn why most punishment does not work and be free of the parenting guilt we often mix with using ineffective punishment.
(3:31 mins) Why on earth is my child doing THAT? Let’s look at it through their eyes.
David Loyst talks us through using consciousness to become aware and manage our internal states so we can feel what is going on inside our child.
(6:25 mins) Learn if it’s okay to use screen-time as a digital reward or punishment tool.
Ever had your child go off to a playdate or sleepover and come home with a bad attitude?
We’d all love our kids to ‘use their words’ when they’re upset – learn expert tips for encouraging this in your child
In this video David looks at why parents feel so crazy when their kid’s behave in certain ways. David also gives some great suggestions using a conscious attachment parenting framework…
(3:13 mins) Help! My young child is hitting, biting and frankly out of control.
In a previous video, Teacher Tom talks about the dangers of speaking to children in commands, so if this is the case, how do we speak to children? This video…
(4:29 mins) In this video we break down the three big reasons kiddos stop listening and what you can do about it today!
(3:25 mins) Does your son tend to go straight to anger? Here’s why.
(6:28 mins) Learn how to gently support your child’s tantrums in public without feeling ashamed or the “bad guy”!
(3:53 mins) Is your child’s silliness affecting your lives?
(4:07 mins) It’s all about balance. No matter how much they do, kids need time to rest, play and get their homework done.
How to hear your child and advocate for them with power and grace – co-depending and listening.
(7:40 mins) The tween attitude is all about defining themselves, but that doesn’t mean parents can’t put some limits in place to make life more livable.
(8:52 mins) Understand why your child throws a tantrum when you ask them to turn off the phone, gaming console or TV.
Self control is an attribute that predicts success in school, work, relationships – life. Here’s how to teach self-control to kids.
(6:38 mins) Why do toddlers tantrum and why does it get out of control sometimes? Learn evidence-based techniques to helping your child amidst the storm and teaching early stages of self-soothing.
What is overwhelm and why are our children experiencing it? Allison looks at triggers and solutions to help your child through these experiences.
Let’s take a look inside your child’s brain and see why they behave the way they do, because behaviour is always a by-product of what is going on in the…
What is hyperactivity? Music Therapist Allison talks through what is happening in the brain when hyperactivity occurs and what that means for a child’s behaviour. Watch the next video on…
This is possibly one of the hardest things to face as a parent, but how you react and deal with the situation can make all the difference!
(3:32 mins) Anger as an emotion can be pretty challenging.
Teacher Tom talks about the importance of giving our children different items that enables them to create their own ‘play equipment’.
Teacher Tom discussed the importance of open ended play and how encouraging this in today’s technology focused world is an important milestone that many of our children are missing out…
(3:37 mins) Is your son or daughter refusing to go to school?
(5:50 mins) Is my child ready for big school?
What is play and why is it important for our children? Teacher Tom gives some insightful examples into the importance of play for children.
Practical tips for making your child’s transition to ‘big school’ as smooth as possible.
Learn some educational ways you can use screens with your pre-schooler.
Expert tips for handling those tricky drop-offs as you help your child settle into childcare or school
(4:40 mins) When preparing your child for preschool here are three areas that are essential and they may not be what you think!
(5:09 mins) Becoming an adult takes practice, that starts in the tween years. It’s the little things parents do that enable kids to build up the skills to look after themselves.
(2:57 mins) One may the loneliest number but it doesn’t mean your ‘only child’ is at a disadvantage.
How can you teach your child the right response to a bully? Rachel talks through practical tips that you can give to your children and even role play with them,…
(5:35 mins) The tween attitude is all about defining themselves, but that doesn’t mean parents can’t put some limits in place to make life more livable.
(3:56 mins) Have you got a sensitive, shy ‘lamb’ in your family? Here’s some tips for supporting them.
So what do you do as a parent when your child comes to you with the problem of someone else being bullied, or perhaps they have witnessed some disturbing or upsetting…
So what is a parent to do if the bullying doesn’t stop? You’ve informed the school and are working with your child, but what if this is not enough? Rachel…
We all want to grow up kids who are full of gratitude rather than full of the greeduy-gimmee’s. The most important thing to know in this is that gratitude is…
Often by the time parents hear about the bullying that has been taken place, it has been going on for quite some time. This can lead to us as parents…
It is one thing to know how to grow your child’s physical self, but what about growing their hearts and souls? Here Dr. Vanessa talks about the aspects of social-emotional…
(5:01 mins) Tween friendships are built on respect, trust, shared stories and having fun. Sometimes you have to teach your child how to be a friend before they can find them in real life.
During the teenage years is when children start to develop their own personal identity, separate from their parents. Dr Arne discusses the practical things that parents can do to encourage…
Disappointment forges strength, perseverance, and resilience, so we need to support our kids through challenges, not try and clear them out of the way.
(2:31 mins) As kids get older they deserve some privacy, but there’s a process involved, based on trust.
What is a parent to do when their child comes home and says they have been bullied? The very first thing a parent needs to do is asses the situation…
(3:46 mins) Making and keeping friends can be a challenge even for adults. How can we help our kids?
(4:13 mins) Bullying is all about power and there are lots of things parents can do to make sure kids don’t give their’s up too easily.
If your child is, in fact, being bullied, whether online or in person, what is the next step and how do you go about it in the right way?
Knowing how important it is for us to get along with others, we can become really focused on making sure our children mind their manners. This often includes making our…
Addressing the sticky subject of feeding kids sweets and lollies
Addressing the tricky questions about dessert and whether kids should be eating it
Food fuels your toddler’s body and they can be fussy little monkeys which makes it even harder! Learn which foods you should be focusing on to promote sleep and which…
Find out how not to teach your kids to eat for emotional reasons
Was your food grazer child born that way or is grazing a learned behaviour?
Dealing with food refusal. What to do when the baby-feeding honeymoon is over.
(3:40 mins) What causes poor weight gain in children? Learn about how failure to thrive is diagnosed and how to manage it in this 2 part video series.
(5:36 mins) What causes poor weight gain in children? Learn about how failure to thrive is diagnosed and how to manage it in this 2 part video series.
Many parents worry that their child isn’t eating enough. Find out if you should be worried or not.
Find out if your child is actually a fussy eater or frustratingly normal.
Find out if your child is overweight and what you can do to help without harming
Answer the age-old question of why kids find veggies so challenging
Wondering what to do with your baby or toddler who loves milk but won’t eat?
Understand how to calculate healthy screen-time limits for your child, so you can stop feeling guilty.
(4:41 mins) Is time spent on screens affecting my child’s development?
Learn the current cyber-safety risks facing young kids and simple strategies to keep them safe online.
(5:30 mins) Dr Kristy dispels the myths and gives simple advice about whether it’s okay to give kids screens when they’re bored.
Learn how much time is healthy for pre-schoolers to be spending on screens.
(9:37 mins) This video will highlight two critical times of the day when parents/carers need to be careful about using screens.
Digital and technology expert Dr Kristy Goodwin answers ParentTV members question: “As a parent of three young children (7, 4 and 1) I am beginning to see difficulties in ensuring…
Understand why your child throws a tantrum when you ask them to turn off the phone, gaming console or TV. (10:39)
Rachel discusses what to look out for when it comes to online gaming and children’s behaviour. She gives an important insight into two of the most popular games causing issues,…
(4:35 mins) What are all these screens doing to my child’s brain?
Rachel has asked 20 000 students, “What is something that you do on the internet at home that you’re not allowed to?” The results are confronting and enlightening and it…
These days, bullying no longer stops at the school gate when a child is picked up – it follows them home. Rachel discusses what the signs are that your child…
If you were to ask them, many parents would say the thing they are most worried about when it comes to teenagers is drugs, but there is a new addiction…
Social media has become a normal part of everyday life for teens growing up. Vanessa takes a deep dive into how this impacts the emotional health of our kids and…
Many mental health conditions start in childhood. Learn about the common signs to look out for.
OCD is misunderstood but important for parents to know about. Learn what the signs are and when to seek help.
(4:31 mins) Death is a tricky subject to navigate with our kids. But it’s important to talk about it.
(4:20 mins) When someone your children loves dies, here are some of the things which are good to know.
What is anxiety and what does it look like in a child, both physically and mentally? Allison discusses the signs to look for and causes for the increase of anxiety…
(3:44 mins) When someone your children loves is going to die, how can you prepare them?
(3:22 mins) Is your child a perfectionist?
Learn about the different ways that anxiety presents in kids and when to seek professional help
(4:09 mins) How do you explain to a child that someone they love has died by suicide?
(1:15 mins) Find out the different ways a paediatrician can support you and your child through this video.
(4:29) Learn the definition of fever, how to take temperatures and how to manage them in this 2 part video series.
(7:54 mins) This video covers the causes and treatment of the common “itchy girl bits” complaint of childhood.
(5:23 mins) Dr. Megs runs through risk factors, medical causes and treatment options for nocturnal enuresis otherwise known as bedwetting in this 2 part video series.
(4:38 mins) Dr. Megs runs through risk factors, medical causes and treatment options for nocturnal enuresis otherwise known as bedwetting in this 2 part video series.
(13:51 mins) Dr Megs talks through various treatment options for constipation and which are suitable for your child at various ages.
(11:46 mins) In this video, learn about the causes of constipation as well as how to recognise it and prevent it.
(4:59 mins) Sleep: are you getting enough?
(6:11 mins) Learn the definition of fever, how to take temperatures and how to manage them in this 2 part video series.
(9:30 mins) Tummy pain is a common symptom of childhood, learn to distinguish between the less serious and more serious causes of abdominal pain and when to seek medical attention.
The fear of waking a sleeping older sibling can be enough to put parents off the idea of trying to help their younger child learn to sleep better. We have…
Sleep guidance does not mean you necessarily have to remove the dummy from an older child’s sleep environment, but it will mean that we have to help them learn to…
The age-old question every parent wants to know! Are there things you can do to help your baby sleep through the night, or is it just something that comes with age?…
It’s not realistic to do a full bedtime routine for every nap but there are certainly some easy ways to ensure that your little one is as calm and ready…
Waking up in the wee hours to start the day is definitely not something most parents enjoy but when there is a small child in the house that thinks it’s…
Not everyone necessarily wants to eradicate the bedtime feed-to-sleep habit but that doesn’t mean you can’t work on the rest of the night and get the overnight wakings resolved. We…
Moving from a cot to a bed is a big leap and it’s one that many families rush into without stopping to consider the possible ramifications. Make sure you have…
Mourning the loss of your child’s midday nap is certainly hard for any parent but we have the lowdown on the best way to encourage quiet time so your little…
One of the most popular questions every parent asks is when will my baby fall asleep on their own. In this video Meg shares what to expect when it comes…
For whatever reason you may wish to continue room-sharing with your little one but also reduce the amount of wakings they have overnight. This is completely achievable, and we talk…
Both night terrors and nightmares are awful to witness as a parent but they’re really different processes and need to be responded to in very different ways. Learn how to…
At such a busy age full of exciting new developmental stages and leaps it’s important that little ones get the sleep they need to be able to grow and thrive….
Having a bedtime routine is an important part of making sure everything goes as smoothly as possible. This is the ideal bedtime routine I recommend.
Children can drop their nap all together anywhere between the age of 2.5 to 5 years…so how do you know where your child fits into that range? We talk you…
One of the most popular questions breastfeeding expert Meg Nagle gets asked is ‘does breastfeeding my baby to sleep cause bad habits’. Find out the answer to this question in…
Considering tackling your little one’s behavioural sleep issues can be an overwhelming prospect but it doesn’t have to mean that you’re signing up for 24/7 intense sleep training duty. In…
We all know that bedtime routines are important but what’s the best order to do things and how can we try to help our little ones wind down enough so…
It can be confusing working out who is better off going to your little one when you first start sleep training. Should it be dad because your little one will…
There are a number of different schools of thought when it comes to letting your baby ‘cry it out’. Meg discusses the different approaches and what works best in the different…
You baby wants to feed to sleep and it might be the only way they know how to drift off but for some people in their situation this just doesn’t…
A comfort toy or cloth can be a great idea as it means your little one has a reassuring item that can help soothe them back to sleep regardless of…
A pretty nightlight is a lovely addition to a nursery but when is it actually something that’s necessary? And if you do introduce one, when is the best age to…
Monster spray OR reassuring your little one that there are no monsters…what is the best approach? It’s so hard when your child has irrational fears impacting their sleep but we…
Many a well-meaning older generation family member has suggested that maybe the sleepless toddler would prefer a pillow but when is the right time to introduce one?
What is the ideal age to kick the dummy habit and what is the best approach? Losing a comfort item that your little one is strongly attached to can be…
(4:08 mins) Ah, the joys of the pre-teen years! Some special tips for mums of sons.
(5:18 mins) Is your son/s approaching adolescence? Here’s how to stay connected while he gets tricky.
(5:50 mins) What do we do when our kids start lashing out in anger.
(5:10 mins) Sometimes mums in particular can struggle to understand boys…
(3:52 mins) When is the best time to toilet train my child?
(3:16 mins) My child doesn’t hold their pencil properly, when do I need professional help?
(3:05 mins) Have you recently started toilet training your little one? Here are some tips and tricks to getting them successful quickly!
(4:07 mins) Research has found crawling has many developmental benefits such as integrating both sides of the babies brain, eye hand coordination, developing binocular vision and building self-confidence. When your…
David Loyst explores the different types of parenting and how these help develop your child’s social and emotional behaviours.
(2:21 mins) Have you wondered what a paediatric Occupational Therapist does? Children don’t go to work you think? While they might not go to work like adults, their days are…
(7:02 mins) Learn about normal early childhood language milestones and the “red flags” that might indicate further assessment is necessary.
In this video, sexual health nurse Vanessa answers a members questions about teaching the correct name of private parts to a toddler: “I’m wondering about teaching toddlers to use correct…
Digital and technology expert Dr Kristy Goodwin answers ParentTV members question: “What does it mean and how do I manage a complete meltdown from my 10 year old son when…
A ParentTV member submitted the below “Ask An Expert” question and Dr Vanessa Lapointe answers her question in this video. “Our daughter who was 5 in November and started Prep…
(4:45 mins) How do we respond when our young kids are bullied?
(4:19 mins) Does your child struggle to regulate their emotions?
Resident expert Dietician, Deb Blakley answers ParentTV members question: “My son started daycare yesterday. He has trouble eating and doesn’t manage solids well. Its an issue as he is starving…
Resident expert Rachel Doherty answers a ParentTV members question. “I have 3 daughters (4,7 and 10) I am also single Mum (for the last 4 years). My oldest daughter, Sophie,…
Resident expert Justin Coulson answers a ParentTV members question. “I have identical twin boys and they are so competitive. They fight all the time. I always dreamed that my twins…
Music therapist and brain care specialist Allison Davies answers a ParentTV members question: “I have concerns that my 14 year old has signs of sensory processing disorder. Since birth he…
Toddler behaviour expert Steph Wicker answers a ParentTV members question: “I have a 3yo speech and gross motor delayed little man and a 17mo little miss. I’m finding it increasingly…
Behavioural specialist Stephanie Wicker answers ParentTV members questions: “My 4 year old girl is in kindy and her teacher has told me that she is picking on other kids, mainly…
(2:59 mins) From Instagram to advertising, our girls are still being told sex sells. How do we tell them otherwise?
Girls need to be raised differently to boys – in some things. Here are some ideas for raising daughters.
A fruity, sweet snack or dessert. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 6 small fritters Calories 62 kcal 2 ripe bananas 1/4 –…
Check out these fabulous different ways you can use cucumber to create a healthy lunchbox for you kids.
These Carrot Apple Muffins are sweetened only with fruit. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Servings: 12-16 Ingredients 2 tbsp (46g) coconut oil 1 ripe banana (mashed) 1…
Great for baby-led weaning and the whole family will enjoy too. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Ingredients 500 g Potatoes (peeled and cut…
A high protein snack with a little carrot goodness. Great for kids. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 16 minutes Total Time: 21 minutes Servings: 14 stars Ingredients 200 g grated carrots (around 1…
Fritters packed full of different coloured veggies made with chickpea flour. Course Lunch / snack Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 8 minutes Total Time 18 minutes Servings 10 Ingredients…
Made with store cupboard / freezer ingredients and easy to make. Great for baby-led weaning, toddlers and for lunch boxes Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Total Time…
Mini blender muffins perfect for baby-led weaning, toddlers or to pop into lunch boxes. Course Breakfast, Snack Servings 12 mini muffins Ingredients 1 banana 80g (1 cup) oats 125g (1/2…
Delicious oats baked with plums and almonds to make a hand held breakfast great for kids and babies. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 28 minutes Total Time 38 minutes…
Sweet and sour quinoa balls are perfect for a lunch box, finger food or as part of a main meal. Great for kids and for baby-led weaning (blw) Prep Time…
Oats baked with fruit to make little hand held breakfast bites or a healthy kids’ snacks. Great for blw (baby-led weaning). Course Breakfast / Snack Prep Time 5 minutes Cook…
A vibrant, healthy breakfast. Perfect for kids and babies. Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Servings: 14 balls Calories: 85 kcal Ingredients 1 cup (110g) Rolled Oats 1 cup (150g) Frozen…
Healthy cookies made from chickpeas, chia seeds and fruit. No refined sugar and sweetened only with fruit. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Servings: 12 cookies Calories: 107 kcal…
We want to keep our children safe from abuse, but what do we teach them? And at what age?
(3:35 mins) Porn has been a game changer for parents, so how do we help our kids protect themselves?
Sleepovers can be fun – but are they safe? Here are the top tips for keeping kids safe at sleepovers
Do you let your kids hurt themselves? Teacher Tom talks about the importance of doing this and how children learn from this.
Taking action and going with the flow as you parent your child. Using surrendered action as the means to help your child grow.
(3:34 mins) For families where at least one child has additional needs, their siblings can sometimes struggle.
(11:01 mins) Part 2 of our Autism topic covers the old and new classification systems for ASD, how and who can diagnose it, and the different diagnosis and treatments available
(15:04 mins) Learn about what Autism is, how common it is in Australia, the risk factors associated with the condition and the features.
(4:56 mins) This 2 part video series covers the signs of ADHD, the natural history of executive functions, and when an intervention may be required.
(6:11 mins) This 2 part video series covers the signs of ADHD, the natural history of executive functions, and when an intervention may be required.
(7:19 mins) Vanessa unpacks what human sexuality is to give you a clearer understanding when talking to your children. She unpacks the different elements of human sexuality and explains them…
(4:25 mins) In this video, Vanessa talks about what sexuality education looks like for children and gives some great tips for parents about where to start.
(4:16) Do you share stories of your childhood or teenage years with your children? Dr Arne talks through how sharing your childhood experiences (the good and the bad) with your…
It is inevitable that at some point your tween or teen will do something wrong. Often, it is not something a parent can control, but what you can control is…
(3:26) Dr Arne shares some fantastic tips on when is the best time to and how to best connect with your teen, especially when they are not interested.
(3:44 mins) Teens are supposed to be moody, right? Sure. But when do we need to step in?
(4:11 mins) Going your separate ways? Here’s how to prepare the kids.
(4:33 mins) Navigating a broken family?
With about 2/3 of marriages ending in separation and divorce, there are a lot of mums and dads out there who eventually end up back on the dating scene and…
(4:45 mins) Separation and divorce have to be among the biggest challenges a family can face.
There are dozens of ways to “parent”. But some styles tend to get better results than others. Find out which style of parent you are in this video.
Having separated from the father of her children Dr Vanessa Lapointe talks from personal experience about why your “ex” isn’t really your “ex” at all.
There are 5 key things that make separation and divorce easier on children … here they are.
(2:45 mins) Sole parenting has its challenges. Here’s where to find support.
(3:32 mins) Going it alone as a dad?
Breastfeeding can come naturally to some mothers, but others need to work on it to develop the skill. But is painful breastfeeding part of the journey? Meg discusses the issue of…
As your baby grows you may start having to think a little more about yourself and putting up some breastfeeding boundaries. Find out some helpful tips about how to wean…
Is there a way to encourage your baby not to bite while feeding…especially once they get teeth? Meg shares her tips and tricks in this video.
My partner wants to bottle feed our baby to bond, but I don’t want to introduce a bottle. What can we do?!
There are a few reasons your baby may not be able to breastfeed and has to take your breastmilk from a bottle. In this video Meg shares some ideas of…
It’s sometimes hard to know if your baby is weaning or going on a breastfeeding strike. Find out how to tell the difference in this video.
