Do your children constantly fight and argue?There are many reasons why brothers and sisters butt heads, and it’s totally normal, but often we’re too busy doing damage control that we don’t take a step back to think about what we can do differently.In this episode, I’m going to give you five hacks which you can start using immediately to help your warring children get along (mostly).So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…Highlights from this episode:01:04 - Create opportunities for whole family time04:19 - Special time for each child12:08 - I want to be a cat18:58 - Create own time space20:59 - Establish a family pact25:24 - Use schedules and rotas for high conflict situations28:59 - The power of praise💚 Let’s grow our village together, please with at least one friend💚 mentioned in the episodes💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bucket Emptying: How to Parent Defiant Children
What do you do with defiant children who won’t get involved in group activities?I recently had this question from a listener, and I’m sure they’re not the only parent dealing with this! So in this bucket emptying episode, I’m going to give you some practical tips and easy things you can do right away, so that you and your children are happier!So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…Highlights from this episode:01:23 - The behaviour is not the issue04:49 - Unmet needs07:38 - Skills gaps11:17 - Reframing💚 Let’s grow our village together, please with at least one friend💚 mentioned in the episodes💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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So... You're Expecting
Whether you’re expecting your first child or your tenth, parenting never gets easier.At every age, with every new addition, we as new parents have to learn to expect the unexpected, and if you learn that when you’re expecting, the unexpected might not end up being so… unexpected. You see?In this episode, I’m going to help you prepare for your parenting journey, because even though there’s no magic wand, as a mum of two and a child psychologist, I’ve picked up a few life lessons that I’d like to share with you.So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…Highlights from this episode:02:44 - Expect the unexpected04:56 - What of parent do you want to be?09:26 - What kind of child do you want to raise?14:55 - Connection is critical20:26 - Parenting is the hardest thing you will ever do22:46 - Don’t lose the old you25:14 - Nurture your tribe28:47 - Learn to take care of yourself💚 Let’s grow our village together, please with at least one friend💚 mentioned in the episodes💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bucket Emptying: How to Survive Car Journeys with Kids
If you’re a parent, you might dread the thought of a long car ride. Managing your kids’ hunger, boredom, and frustration is like being in parenting hell until you reach your destination.Well, you’re not alone.So in this bucket emptying episode, I’m going to share some quick tips and simple hacks to help you manage those long journeys without having a meltdown!So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…Highlights from this episode:02:28 - Support the podcast02:24 - Get everyone involved in planning04:47 - Get your children to pack their own bags10:11 - Plan A, B, C, and D12:46 - The element of surprise15:28 - Reflect back and learn for next time💚 Let’s grow our village together, please with at least one friend💚 mentioned in the episodes💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Children Need More Play and Less Experiences
Do you feel overwhelmed by the pressure to provide constant experiences?Have kids who are "always bored" or glued to devices?Or struggle with guilt about not doing "enough" activities?Then this episode is for you. I challenge the modern parenting myth that we need to pack our children's lives with endless activities and experiences. Instead, I reveal why unstructured play is actually your child's most powerful learning tool.I break down exactly how play develops emotional intelligence, social skills, problem-solving abilities, and academic success - often better than formal lessons. I also share game-changing strategies for different age groups, from toddlers to teenagers.So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…Highlights from this episode:02:28 - Play to recharge04:45 - Play to work through and resolve issues08:16 - Play to teach social skills14:12 - Play is a safe space to fail17:24 - Reframe the purpose of play23:11 - Allocate time to play27:24 - Never too old to play💚 Let’s grow our village together, please with at least one friend💚 mentioned in the episodes💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hello, I'm psychologist and parenting expert Dr Maryhan and this is How Not To Screw Up Your Kids, the podcast for parents, grandparents, educators, and anyone else who wants to be part of a movement to raise confident children who grow up believing in themselves.Follow now for twice weekly episodes - on Monday's you'll find shorter Bucket Emptying episodes, with longer episodes each Thursday.The greatest gift we can give our children is self-belief. It will get them further in life than any qualification and is absolutely possible for each and every child; we just need the right information and support around us to teach them.The old saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child” couldn’t be more true than now. Parenting has got a whole lot harder; not just because we are busier than ever but because our children are growing up in an ever changing, fast-paced world, which is so different to the one we grew up in. Our children have more pressure to be better, look better, do better, and in a world where lives are so publicly scrutinised and commented on through social media it’s really no wonder we’re seeing mental health problems sky rocketing amongst children, teens, and young adults. What you can expect from this podcast are honest conversations about parenting.We’ll talk confidence resilience, anxiety, managing tech, and all the topics you’d expect as well blowing the lid off the widely help misconception that children are innately resilient. They’re not!This podcast is for people who want to get real about parenting. You understand it can get messy sometimes and aren’t afraid to admit it. I have had more than my fair share of messy and I will no doubt share these with you along the way. I won’t dress things up but I will always give you something practical to take away and use in each and every episode. My guests and experts will be real people who have overcome their own adversities and bring with them a message to us as parents, as well as inspiring stories.So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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