Beyond The Chaos

Driving them to school and trying to get them to drink water; just two of the things that have caused our kids to melt down at us recently. So we want to hear what 'terrible' things you've done recently to make your child furious at you? Plus, we hear from a parent whose child is struggling with basic things like getting dressed, and the answer might be in choice paralysis. This episode is brought to you by Amazon Alexa. To get started, simply say ‘Alexa, Let’s Get Silly’ to any Amazon Echo device, to access four laugh-out-loud encounters which will deliver science-backed benefits of play including strengthening family bonds, boosting kids' moods, safeguarding long-term mental health and lowering stress for all. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has your kid ever had a meltdown about going to school or daycare, and then had another meltdown when you've arrived to pick them up? Well 'transition overwhelm' might be to blame, and Gen has some very practical tips for mitigating it. Plus, we hear from a single mum who actually had a great mother's day! And Gen and Amy go through their weekly nails and fails. This episode is brought to you by Amazon Alexa. To get started, simply say ‘Alexa, Let’s Get Silly’ to any Amazon Echo device, to access four laugh-out-loud encounters which will deliver science-backed benefits of play including strengthening family bonds, boosting kids' moods, safeguarding long-term mental health and lowering stress for all. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the weekend it was Mother's Day, but in some houses across the country, you wouldn't know it. Amy and Gen had to jump into the studio for an special unedited bonus episode about their dud Mother's Days, and why it's always on mums to take on the mental load. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most kids have some sensory habits, from twirling their hair to pinching their private parts. Today on the show, we hear from a mum who's daughter's habits are causing her to pull out her hair, and she wants to know if there's anything she can do. Plus, Amy has a sh*tty fail this week, and Gen's been influenced by Amy to buy some life changing boots. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your kid's life will be full of big changes; some out of their control like when they start school, but some are up to you to decide, like moving from a cot to a bed. So when is the right time to make these big decisions? We answer a question from a mum who is trying to figure this out. Plus, a solution for screen addiction, and Gen's PT win. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most kids like to make up stories at times, but how is the best way to react to their porky pies without shutting them down? Gen has some sound advice for a mum who has a very imaginative child. Plus, Amy's shoelace frustrations and Gen's weekend away....sans children! Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most kids have trouble controlling their volume at times, but what do you do if yours are just way too loud! An overstimulated parent gets in touch with Gen and Amy to get some advice. Plus, Gen confesses she's been struggling with mum guilt, and Amy nails some solo parenting. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gen and Amy have spoken about kids hurting their siblings so many times on this podcast, but what if the aggression is accidental, and your child is trying their best to control it? Plus, Amy's win is an app that has changed her life (or at least her pantry) and Gen receives the unthinkable from her teenage son. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knowing your child is being picked on or bullied has to be one of the hardest parts of parenting, and so is knowing the right thing to tell your kid to do so they can stick up for themselves. Gen and Amy have some sound advice after being in similar positions. Plus, Gen's dog is addicted to carbs, Amy is off the booze, and we discuss screens and kids (again!). Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most common questions we get at Beyond The Chaos is about older siblings hitting or hurting babies, but the reason why and how to stop it might surprise you. Plus, Gen has a rant about why long school holidays simply don't work, and the card deck that has revolutionised the labour imbalance in her household. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this podcast, we often talk about parental preference in regards to when your child is clinging to you, but today we have a dilemma from a mum who's kid only wants to be around their dad. So what do you do when dad's away? Plus we go through our wins and fails leading up to Christmas. This is the last episode of Beyond The Chaos for the year, so have a great holiday period and see you in 2025! Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your child was having a meltdown and wanted a cuddle, what would you do? With so much conflicting information out there, it can be hard to know. Gen and Amy answer a question from a mum who wants to know what to do, plus whether she needs to get on the same page as her husband about feeding her kids different meals. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Beyond The Chaos, Amy and Gen receive a heartbreaking voicemail from a mum who's at her wit's end with her young daughter. They break down this very common dilemma and what parents can do to look after their child, and themselves. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How involved are your parents in your kid's lives? Grandparents can be an enormous help, but are setting up boundaries also important? Plus, one kid having a meltdown is bad enough. So how do you handle two (or more)? Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Beyond The Chaos, Gen and Amy answer a question about a kid who is very excited for the first day of school. So, what's the problem? Plus, Amy really needs some help with her household, and Gen has some comforting words of wisdom. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Beyond The Chaos, Gen and Amy answer listener dilemmas from two mums at the end of their tether. One has a tornado child that will not clean up after themselves, and the other has a daughter who's tales are getting taller and taller. Plus, is it really a big deal if your kid skips a bath every now and again? Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a BTC first, we speak to a guest this episode, Dr Zali Yager from Embrace Kids! After we got a question a few weeks ago from a parent who's 5 year old was called 'fat', we thought we'd enlist her help about talking to your kids about body image and dealing with unkind words. Plus, we answer a listener dilemma from a mum who's kid won't stop saying a swear word. Find out more about Embrace Kids here Listen to the episode that prompted this conversation '⭐️ Beyond The Chaos ⭐️ HELP! My 5 Year Old Was Called FAT.' on Apple or Spotify. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Gen Muir and Amy Gerard answer a listener question from a mum who's daughter is getting stage fright during dance recitals and doesn't know whether to pull her out, plus a parent who's kids prefer her over their dad...and it's driving her nuts. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Gen and Amy answer two listener questions from a mum whose child won't stop lying to her, and another who is trying to deal with the juggle of parenting. Plus, Gen and Amy share their parenting wins for the week, including some special alone time, and a one way ticket to glow town. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week author, parent educator and Mum of four boys - Gen Muir - and author, radio host and Mum of three - Amy Gerard - team up to talk about why children physically fight with their siblings, parents and those around them, what to expect and thoughts around what to do when it happens. They answer your questions and share the mess and beauty of parenthood in this must-listen episode. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Amy Gerard and Gen Muir as they delve into the world of highly sensitive or deep-feeling children How do you manage these emotions, and why losing your cool doesn't mean you're losing the battle. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode Mum of three Amy Gerard and parent educator Gen Muir discuss separation anxiety when one parent is away a lot and how to what to do. when you child wont ask for help . Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week author, parent educator and Mum of four boys - Gen Muir - and author, radio host and Mum of three - Amy Gerard - team up to talk about the difficult and sensitive issue of body image in our kids. They answer your questions and share the mess and beauty of parenthood in this must-listen episode. Gen's Connected Parenting Smoother Siblings Course The Embrace Kids Collective Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the amazing parent educator, sharer of knowledge and all round nice human, Gen Muir is flying solo. Her regular co-host - Mum of three Amy Gerard - is unwell and the show must go on! In this episode Gen gives some solid advice about how you can help your child deal with getting things wrong and what to do if they just NEVER get that sports award. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Beyond The Chaos, Mum of three Amy and parent educator, Gen put their heads together to answer your questions and share their fails and wins as parents. This week, they answer a curly question that many parents struggle with - How do my partner and I get on the same page when disciplining the kids? Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode Mum of three Amy Gerard and parent educator Gen Muir debrief on the realities of Mother's Day and how to survive it in the future. They discuss your Mother's Day feedback on socials and what you REALLY wanted (hot tip: send this episode to your partner for next year!). Plus, they answer your question on what to do when your child is stealing. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to everybody's favourite parenting podcast where mum of three, Amy Gerard, and parent educator, Gen Muir, tackle your questions and help you feel seen. This week they chat about how to manage your feelings when you unexpectedly find out you're pregnant earlier than you planned, as well as what to do with a 'morning milk monster'. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode is jam packed full of goodness and advice. Amy Gerard - mum of three - and Gen Muir - parent educator, share the ups and downs of parenting, throw some support your way and answer listener questions. This week they tackle the curly question on whether it's okay to check your teenagers phone, or whether it's an invasion of their privacy. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and continue the conversation in the Facebook group HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode is a doozy! Parent educator and Mum of four boys, Gen Muir - and Mum of three, Amy Gerard combine forces, again, to answer your parenting questions. Stuff like 'how do I get my kid in the car seat without the drama?', 'should you fart in front of kids?' and 'what's the best way to break bad news to your child?'. Plus Amy's epic 'fail of the week' involves an unidentified poo

The calvary is here! In this week's episode of Beyond The Chaos parent educator, Gen Muir, and Mum of three, Amy Gerard, answer your questions on misbehaving toddlers. They share top tips on how you can help them go better and how to stay sane in the process. Plus there was dis-harmony in Amy's household and Gen does NOT want to be in your WhatsApp group!  Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and join the fun in the Facebook community HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Amy Gerards book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gen Muir and Amy Gerard are back for more Mummy fails, Mummy wins and to answer your curly parenting questions. This week the pair hear from Bec who's having issues with her backchatting  6 year old - and Cath who has twin boys trashing the daycare! It's a big, beautiful mess and always a judgement free zone - welcome aboard the Chaos train! Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and join the fun in the Facebook community HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Gen laugh their way through another fortnight of parenting mayhem and answer a few curly parenting questions along the way. Listener Megan has a 4 year old who only eats beige foods, while Chelsea is struggling with her 5 year old who always expects a present when they go shopping. If you find yourself saying 'NO' 5 million times a day, then this episode is for you. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and join the fun in the Facebook community HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hilarious episode Amy and Gen laugh at each other's parenting fails including smashing an iPad and losing the school raffle tickets. Plus they offer sound advice to listener Elle who has a question about if and when to punish her children. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and join the fun in the Facebook community HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parent of three, Amy Gerard, and parenting educator, Gen Muir, are back with life experiences and advice to help you survive the crazy ol' world of parenting. This week they answer a question by listener Liv from New Zealand whose 3 year old daughter is struggling socially at pre-school. Gen and Amy have some sound advice. Oh and the conversation somehow veers to the topic of 'morning sex'.... but ain't nobody got time for that! Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parent of three, Amy Gerard, and parenting educator, Gen Muir, are back with life experiences and advice to help you survive the ride that is parenting. This week they answer a question from listener Amanda about comparing kids height and how that can impact our kids self esteem.  Also, please, what ever you do,... don't disrespect the meatballs. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode the 'yin and yang' of parenting advice - parent educator Gen Muir and Mum of three Amy Gerard - join forces to help a listener whose son touches his penis all the time. Amy's 'fail of the week' involves crunchy-wee-sheets and Gen has taken up tennis just so she can get away with her girlfriends.  Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode Amy and Gen ask the question that every parent wants to know - 'Why can't we dress our kids in sports uniform EVERY SINGLE DAY?' Gen confesses she's not always patient (despite being a parent educator) and they help listener - Justine - with a question about age appropriate behaviours, and how to know if they're acceptable. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode Amy and Gen talk about Book Week fails and the pressure on modern parents. Gen not only shares the story of her own Book Week win as a kid, but she confesses that she's not on the school parent app and she Really. Doesn't. Care.  Amy's neighbour (and guardian angel) knows Amy's extra curriculum activities better than she does and they share advice for a mum who's 4 year old daughter keeps hitting the baby.  Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Amy and Gen share their parenting fails (the sentence "don't worry the baby is NOT in the pram" is uttered), their parenting wins (Dino nuggets are not involved this week) and some very sound parenting tips. We hear how a deep hug can change the BIG emotions your toddler, teenager and even your husband might be having. Gen explains how to lean in when our kids 'mis-cue' and what these moments really mean. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Beyond The Chaos, the brand new podcast from Obstetric Social Worker and Parent Educator - Gen Muir - and parent of three - Amy Gerard. Together they will be answering your toughest parenting questions with empathy, humour and a big dose of chaos while sharing their fails, their wins and those guilty mum moments. In this first episode Gen and Amy confess to forgetting to take their kids to a birthday party and Gen helps Amy with a kids speech problem. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting on November 6, join parent educator and obstetric social worker - Gen Muir - and mum of three - Amy Gerard - as they tackle the challenges of parenthood and answer your questions on their new podcast - Beyond The Chaos. Listening to this podcast is guaranteed to reduce parent guilt, help with practical tips and show you that you're not alone - because parenting is by far the hardest and weirdest thing you'll ever do. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and on FB HERE. Email your voicemail parenting question to Gen and Amy HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.