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Parent Like A Psychologist

Parent Like A Psychologist

Hosted by: Leanne Tran

When your children don’t fit the mould, it can cause a lot of friction unless the adults in their lives can be flexible. This podcast is all about moulding ourselves to what our kids need to forge an easier, calmer...

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Episode 85: Screens and Sleep: Protecting Your Child’s Rest in a Digital World

How does screen time before bed affect children's sleep patterns? What is the role of blue light in suppressing melatonin, and how does it impact sleep onset and quality? In this episode, we explore the science behind...
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Episode 84 The Anxiety-Sleep Cycle: Breaking the Midnight Worry Loop

Breaking the Midnight Worry Loop What are the common reasons children experience anxiety at bedtime, and how does the quiet of the night amplify their worries? How can bedtime separation contribute to sleep struggles,...
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Episode 83: Focus on STRONG (not wrong) to build confidence with Rosemary Gattuso

How can parents navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of separation while maintaining a positive environment for their children? In this episode, family mediator and psychologist Rosemary Gattuso shares...
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Episode 82: Bedtime Battles: From Power Struggles to Peaceful Nights

Why do bedtime battles happen, and how can we turn them into peaceful nights? In this episode, we dive into the common reasons children resist bedtime, from fear of missing out to anxiety and a strong desire for...
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Episode 81: Creativity and screen time as a win! with Thomas R Wilson (Part 2)

Are you wondering how to strike a balance between screen time and creativity in your household? In this episode, we dive into the role of technology as a communication tool, especially for children who face unique...
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Episode 80: Creativity and screen time as a win! with Thomas R Wilson (Part 1)

How can creativity help children and youth navigate life’s challenges? In this episode, Leanne Tran sits down with Thomas R. Wilson, the founder of R&H Creative Advocacy and Storytelling, to explore the...
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Episode 79: The Science of Sleep in Neurodivergent kids

What are the common sleep challenges faced by neurodivergent children, and how do they impact their daily lives? How do sleep cycles function, and why do children with ADHD, autism, or anxiety struggle to transition...
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Episode 78: Understanding Zoe: An AI platform for your neurodivergent child with Laetitia Andrac

What are the key steps to creating a strong support network for neurodivergent children? How can parents ensure that their child’s sensory and emotional needs are met consistently? This episode dives into the...
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Episode 77: The Communication Reset: Words That Transform Behaviour

How can you strengthen the parent-child bond during the holidays? As the school holidays wind down in Queensland, how can you make the most of this time with your kids? Is it possible to balance quality bonding...
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Episode 76: The Calm Parent Blueprint: Managing Your Own Triggers

What Shapes Our Parenting Styles? Have you ever wondered why you parent the way you do? How much of your parenting is influenced by the way you were raised? In this episode, we explore how the patterns handed down by...
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Episode 75: From Chaos to Connection: Building Your Parent-Child Bond

Are you curious about how to build a stronger bond with your child, especially during challenging moments? In this episode, we delve into the importance of parent-child connections and explore why they matter so much...
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Episode 74: How to discipline while giving yesses with Bradford Stucki

What does it take to parent a neurodivergent child with compassion and confidence? In this episode, Bradford Stukey, a licensed marriage and family therapist and parent of a child with ADHD, shares his transformative...
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