Episode Playlist
Being Real Parents - New Years Resolutions( 0:26:20)
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As we roll into 2023, Anna and Melissa reflect on the year that was, and look forward to what this year brings. New Years Resolutions are always tricky to make (and hold on to!) - but this year, we aim to focus on achieving resolutions 4 keys areas: in our professional world, personal health and financial wealth and family life.
Published: 3/01/2023 11:00:00 a.m.
Being Real Parents - Reflecting on our Self Care( 0:24:21)
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This week, we’re checking and reflecting on self care - especially in the “Silly Season”!
In the lead up to Christmas, it’s a particularly good time to remind ourselves to ‘practice’ self; to look for those magic moments that the season brings, to plan and try manage the chaos, remind ourselves that we, as parents, are important too.
Published: 20/12/2022 11:00:00 a.m.
Being Real Parents - Our favourite books + a giveway! ( 0:26:2)
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This week we’re talking all things books! We've done some intense market research, (ie, talked with our kids), and discovered their favourite reads over the years (plus ours too). We also discover some pretty interesting facts about why it's good for kids to read and why we should read with our kids; we discover books which support emotional literacy, and we recommend some of the books our kids especially know and love. Plus, to round off the chat, we announce details of our first ever giveway!
Published: 6/12/2022 11:00:00 a.m.
Being Real Parents - Encouraging Our Kids to Play( 0:26:5)
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"This week, we’re delving into the importance of kids getting outside and playing!
We recognise and discuss how play is one thing we can do to support our tamariki and how it can help to reduce the stress in all of our lives (parents included!). It promotes us to have fun, learn and connect; and it’s fantastic for our health on so many levels. It’s totally aligned with feeling good & functioning well, and it’s said that a good dose of play can help us to laugh! So why wouldn’t we?"
Published: 22/11/2022 11:00:00 a.m.
Being Real Parents - The Incredible Years Programme( 0:24:28)
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This week we talk about the Incredible Years Programme - a free, Ministry of Education approved Parenting Programme that is run by the Real Parents team. It's a game-changer for any parents seeking tips and strategies when parenting - coz it can be tough!
Published: 1/11/2022 11:00:00 a.m.