The Parenting Tools Podcast

In this episode of The Parenting Tools, we’re joined by broadcaster Matt Edmondson - best known for his work on BBC Radio 1, Extra Factor, CBBC and many other fan favourites.

Matt shares the story of how he first got into presenting, from the early steps in his career to becoming a familiar voice and face across radio and television. He also reflects on some of his favourite guests over the years and what makes a memorable interview.

The conversation also turns personal, as Matt opens up about how his relationship with his own father has shaped the way he approaches parenting today.

Plus, he tells us about his new podcast, Novel Idea, which he co-hosts with Mollie King, and why it’s a project he’s so excited about.

In this episode, we cover:

How Matt got started in presenting

His favourite guests from his radio career

How his relationship with his own father has influenced his parenting

His new podcast, Novel Idea, with Mollie King

A warm, honest and entertaining conversation with one of BBC Radio 1's most familiar voices.
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On this episode Jason and Jordan talk about the struggles of sleep training and how they got their babies sleep trained!

Trip to Disneyland and the interesting topic of Disney mums as seen on social media and the internet.

The current war and how to navigate the kids around such a serious topic.

Then the most important and skeptical conversation you will ever hear about biscuits!

Tune in to hear all of that and more in this episode of the Parenting Tools Podcast!


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Happy Mother's Day! On this special Mother's Day episode of The Parenting Tools, Jase and Jord chat to Ellie Walker-Ince. Ellie is a mother to two children, a year old 5 son and a 9 month old daughter.

Ellie chats to us about life parenting a child with autism after her son was diagnosed with autism at one-and-a-half years old as well as talking us through making the jump from one child to two.

Ellie explains her experience of securing specialist school provision for her son, as well as walking us through the emotional and practical measures her and her husband have put in place in parenting a child with autism.

You can follow Ellie's parenting journey on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_judes_world_/

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In this episode Jordan and Jason talk about the controversial parent WhatsApp groups

Personal struggle with their kids sleeping which you could find relatable!

The feeling of getting old and things they are both experiencing whilst being a parent.

A new segment where Jason (Who's not super into Politics) talks about politics and what he has seen / heard recently.

Finally some interesting dad facts that you might be surprised to hear! or not...
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Parenting always gives us something to talk about, and this episode is no exception. This week, Jase and Jord discuss a wide range of parenting topics as well as reading out stories sent in by listeners.

On this episode of the show we discuss...

How Old Is Too Old to Shower With Your Kids?

At what point does a practical parenting habit turn into a parenting dilemma?

The fellas introduce a new pod segnment: Irk or Smirk

In this brand-new feature of the show Jase and Jord share something that’s either irked them recently or something that's made them smile, laugh or just generally hit them right in the feels.

We then explore the question of whether or not modern technology and the products available to parents feed into parent anxiety and make us all needlessly worry?

From baby monitors and tracking apps to endless parenting advice online, technology is everywhere - but is it helping or hurting?

Does constant access to information calm parents or fuel anxiety?

Are we more informed… or more overwhelmed?

We discuss finding balance in a tech-heavy parenting world.

Lastly we share the Funny Things Your Kids Have Said This Week

Kids say the best (and most unfiltered) things. Jase and Jord wrap up the episode by sharing some of the outrageous and hilarious things that your kids have said this week.
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