KIDDO Chats

In this episode we welcome Dino Mennillo, Occupational Therapist and the Clinical Director of the OTFC group; the longest standing private occupational therapy clinic in South Australia. Dino has worked with children for over 20 years and has a background in child and adolescent mental health, and continues to practise as a clinician at OTFC, along with training and supporting the clinical team. We talk about how to navigate initial disability diagnoses and how to put a framework in place to support your child and the whole family moving forward. Episode features:Host: Alexis Teasdale @alexisteasdaleGuest: Dino Mennillo, OTFC Group@otfcgroupFor more KIDDO content: @kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

In this episode we chat to mum and Director/Co-founder of the HAS Foundation, Ella Stratton. Named after her beautiful boy Hunter Alfred Stratton, the HAS Foundation provides ongoing support to children with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Ella and her foundation has been providing love, support and much needed funds to families for the past almost 5 years and her work is nothing short of totally inspiring and moving.We talk to Ella about the HAS Foundation's upcoming annual Graze & Raise on Friday September 23rd 2022.The genius idea allows anyone to get together with friends, family or colleagues to eat, drink and raise funds for the HAS foundation, in any setting! Ella gives us her best tips for hosting a get together with your girlfriends, for a backyard BBQ, boardroom spread and more.We know you'll be inspired to get involved, just like we are.Episode FeaturesGuest: Ella Stratton, HAS Foundation @hasfoundationauHost: Alexis Teasdale @alexisteasdaleFor more information on the HAS Foundation Graze & Raise: hasfoundation.org.au/events-campaigns/graze-and-raise-2022/

What do you think is one of the main reasons most kids quit sport? While you're pondering, just absorb this statistic: each year millions upon millions of children register for competitive sports; about 70 per cent of those will quit by age 13.While you watching your kiddos run around on the  footy field or basketball court this morning, before you drive off to another sideline on the other side of the city, do you think your child will be among the 30 per cent who stick at it?In his debut book, One Chance - Lessons in Sport, Life and Success, former professional tennis player Todd Perry shares compelling insights into the journey that led to his success in the world's most prestigious tournaments. Drawing on a lifetime's experience as an elite competitor, coach and educator, he reveals surprising truths about why too many young athletes are withdrawing from sport - and what we can do to prevent it.Now a tennis coach and educator back home in Adelaide, Perry's book reveals powerful insights into common misconceptions about success and what it takes to ‘make it'.In this episode we chat to Todd about kids in sport and some of his sometimes surprising insights like less is more, the importance of mindfulness, and how parents and coaches can work better together for exceptional results.Buy Todd's book One Chance  Episode FeaturesGuest: Todd Perry@toddperrytennis Host: Liv Williams @eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomag

Do you ever look at your wardrobe and feel completely overwhelmed? You're not alone!Whether you've just had a bub, have a wardrobe bursting with pieces you don't wear anymore or are just ready for a style refresh, we have you covered!Michelle Beltrame is a personal stylist trained by Australian Style Institute and a mum of two, living in Adelaide, SA.She's passionate about helping clients grow in their own style and confidence and to look and feel like the best version of themselves, at whatever stage of their life they may be.The perfect person to give us easy  and practical style and wardrobe tips you can action today.Episode featuresGuest: Michelle Beltrame@michellebeltrame_stylistmichellebetramestylist.com.auHost: Alexis Teasdale@alexisteasdaleFor more KIDDO content:kiddomag.com.au 

Epidural. Laughing gas. Morphine. Tens Machine. Acupuncture. Water injection. There's a proverbial smorgasbord of pain management  options for pregnant women in the throes of labour, but if you're an expecting parent, how much do you know about each of them? Every woman will have an idea or a plan on what methods they want to use to get through their birth experience... of course this might all fall by the wayside when you're actually in the delivery suite but it's important to be informed and know what your options are. Whether you're aiming for a completely natural birth or want an epidural the moment you step foot in the hospital there's a whole spectrum of pain relief in between that you probably want to be across so you can go in feeling empowered by understanding the different options available to you. In this episode we welcome Professor Stephen Tong, leading academic Obstetrician  and author of THE BIRTH BOOK to talk about all things pain relief for birth. Stephen takes us through the whole spectrum of options available for women during labour, how and when each method is administered, the pros and cons, effectiveness and associated risks. Tong's practical and expert approach is free of agenda – it has no staunch philosophies on how women should approach their own birth. He simply aims to arm women with insightful information, empowering them for this most special of life events.Episode featuresGuest: Dr Stephen Tong thebirthbook.orgHost: Liv Williams @eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:kiddomag.com.auResources:What happens during labour exactly? Will I tear? Are epidurals safe? Why are caesars even needed? Stephen's book, The Birth Book covers concepts Prof. Tong believes expectant women and their supportive partners would really like to know well. Such as why caesars and forceps are needed, what inducing labour actually is, how episiotomies and tears are mended among other topics. Many parents-to-be and their support people have little knowledge of what to expect in the birthing suite. Drawing on his extensive experience as a leading obstetrician and international researcher into safe childbirth, Professor Stephen Tong guides you through vital information to help prepare for a safe and happy birth day.Simply written and accessible, the pages are packed with information and real-life stories covering:The stages of labour and birthHow different forms of pain relief, including epidurals, workInduction of labour and assisted birthMonitoring of the baby and motherPost childbirth recoveryProfessor Tong carefully and simply breaks down the evidence and facts to provide you with everything you need to know to turn anxiety and trepidation about childbirth into confidence, empowerment, and cherished, life-long memories. The Birth Book is a warm, wonderful, and reassuring companion for birth.thebirthbook.org

This episode one we've been talking about doing for awhile because we think this is going to change your life. We're talking to Nabula from Supermarket Swap today and basically, get ready to completely switch up how you shop for your family. If you haven't heard of Supermarket Swap you might possibly be the only one because Nabs garnered a CULT like following on Instagram with this account that went from 100 followers to nearly 80 thousand in what felt like the blink of eye. What started as one mum's quest to find preservative and additive free products for her family, shared via Instagram through a Simple Swap process, has become an inspiration to thousands of consumers to learn more about what they're buying and eating. In this episode Nabula shares the WHY behind Supermarket Swap, how it all started, and takes us through how those sneaky little numbers and unrecognisable ingredients on the nutritional panels of the food you buy could be affecting your family. She also gives us her TOP SWAPS and all the intel on the new Supermarket Swap app! Episode FeaturesHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumGuest: Nabula Brdar @supermarket.swapFor more KIDDO contentkiddomag.com.au@kiddomag

Sean Szeps is a joyful, hilarious and clever dad of twins! He is a content creator and podcast host based in Sydney and his Instagram account @seanszeps serves up serious fun and laughter.Sean has flown 43 times and counting with his kids, so who better to give us advice on travelling with kids?!As restrictions ease and travelling becomes a bigger possibility for families, we talk to Sean about his best tips and tricks for flying post-Covid with kids and also roadtrip hacks!If you're nervous about travelling with kiddos, this is the pep-talk you need!Episode FeaturesHost: Alexis@alexisteasdaleGuests: Sean Szeps@seanszepsFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

In this episode we have the absolute pleasure of being joined by "The Real Dads of Adelaide", Brendan and Matt, to talk about their journey to parenthood via surrogacy.It might come as no surprise but surrogacy in Australia, or anywhere for that matter, is no simple undertaking. Brendan and Matt's journey involved an egg donor, a surrogate, 100+ hours of "surro-dating", failed embryo transfers, emotional highs and lows, a few arguments along the way, a home birth.. and ultimately the arrival of beautiful Baker, their happy healthy little boy.In this episode we chat with the guys about their story, taking a detailed look at the surrogacy process in general as well as the realities of adoption and fostering, their own personal experience and their advice for people hoping to become parents via a surrogate... plus plenty of laughs and the odd Kardashian anecdote!Host: Liv@eeniemeeniemineymumGuests: Brendan & Matt@the_real_dads_of_adelaideFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au 

Kids and conflict; whether it's squabbling with siblings over toys, name calling, sibling rivalry or fighting over who had the green bowl first, every family has to deal with family conflict in one way or another, oftentimes on a daily basis. Today Madhavi Nawana Parker, our resident parenting expert and regular KIDDO mag columnist returns to KIDDO chats to talk with us about that dreaded c word. Conflict. In this episode we really dive into conflict in families between siblings and how to teach kids practical skills to manage conflict in a healthy way, and how to model it ourselves. We talk through kids fighting for the sake of fighting, the difference between sibling conflict and sibling bullying, how to identify our child's conflict resolution style and how to teach our kids to apologise in a meaningful way. If you've ever asked yourself "why are my kids ALWAYS arguing with each other?" this is the episode for you! Episode features: Guest: Madhavi Nawana Parker, Postitive Minds Australia @positivemindsaustraliaHost: Liv @eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

Let's talk PUBERTY. Specifically, how to broach this tricky topic with our kids! We know the onset of puberty is a critical time for parents to provide both the education and support that our kids need to feel confident in their growing and changing bodies. But what's the right time to start teaching our kids the ins and outs of puberty, how much information is TOO much, and what's the best way to have open informative conversations with our kids without making them crawl up into themselves and die of embarrassment? To take us through this subject and help us with some tips to guiding our kids through what to expect in their coming-of-age years, we chat with Michelle Mitchell, author of A Girl's Guide to Puberty and A Guy's Guide to Puberty. These books, designed to be read by and shared with our kids are jam packed with need-to-know info on puberty, they're accessible for kids at the same time as offering a great jumping off point for parents to start these important conversations. There's a window of opportunity we have with tweens BEFORE the teenager roller door goes up (and they decide they already know everything)! Seize this opportunity, it's now or never! It's time to establish yourself as a trusted go-to person and reliable source of info about all things growing up and Michelle is going to help set us up for success!  Host: Liv @eeniemeeniemineymumGuest: Michelle Mitchell, Author of A Girl's Guide to Puberty & A Guy's Guide to Puberty @authormichellemitchellFor resources & books:https://michellemitchell.org/For more KIDDO content: @kiddomaghttp://www.kiddomag.com.au

Scott Stuart is an Aussie dad and best-selling children's book author who is committed to creating content that empowers young kids. In fact, his messages about self-acceptance have been seen over 100 million times on social media.Yep, that was 100 million times.You see, before Scott rocketed to fame on Instagram and Tik Tok, he was like a lot of parents, just learning how to be the best dad he can be. When his young son fell in love with Queen Elsa from Frozen and was nervous to wear an Elsa dress alone to see Frozen 2 at the cinema, Scott embraced any discomfort and wore one right alongside him.               A video of them in their Elsa costumes together quickly went viral online and these days, Scott channels his writing, illustrating and social presence around creating inclusive content for young kids and parents.He gets really honest about his own journey and experiences and talks to us about his best-selling children's books. Plus shares some great tips along the way.Guest: @scottcreatesHost: @alexisteasdale Books by Scott:larrikinhouse.com/product/my-shadow-is-pink-hardcoverwww.bigw.com.au/product/the-very-first-you-by-stuart-scott/p/168187/

Are you the first born, a middle child or youngest in your family? Are you a perfectionist, a free spirit or a risk taker? According to the experts, position in the family – or your birth order – can affect your personality, behaviour and view of the world. In fact, some consider birth order to be one of the most powerful influences on personality.In this episode we chat with one of Australia's leading parenting writers, Michael Grose, who wrote the very popular book “Why first-borns rule the world and later-borns want to change it”. The book unpacks birth order theory and explains how children in a family that share the same gene pool, similar socio economic environments and experience similar parenting styles can still have fundamentally different personalities, interests and even careers as adults, based on their birth order.The book was first published in 2003 – this year it's been updated and rereleased with revised info based on modern families that are getting smaller. We chat with Michael Grose about how birth order can impact your personality and how understanding it can actually make us better parents.To buy 'Why first borns rule the world and later-borns want to change it':dymocks.com.au/book/9781761043765Episode Features:Guest: Michael GroseHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

In this episode we're tackling the important issue of teaching our kids about consent. How do we ensure our younger children know about and understand consent? It's not always easy having these conversations with our kids, but it's absolutely necessary. Parents are asking at what age should this conversation happen, how should it be introduced? How should we actually be talking about it? The good news is you can start teaching kids about consent from a very young age, without confronting discussions about rape or sexual violation.Talking us through this topic is award winning author, educator and advocate, Jayneen Sanders. Jayneen has actively advocated for body safety, gender equality and respectful relationship education being taught both in homes and in schools for over twelve years and has written and published several books on consent for children and parents including; ‘No Means No', ‘My Body! What I Say Goes!', ‘Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept', ‘ABC of Body Safety & Consent', ‘Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect', and ‘Body Safety Education, A Parent's Guide to Protecting Kids from Sexual Abuse'. Most of these books are suitable for children aged 3-9 years and give parents, carers, and educators the tools and framework to have conversations in age-appropriate ways with the children in their lives to educate and empower them.In this episode we cover topics including: How and when to introduce the concept consent to young kids without relating it to sexPractical ways to model consent to childrenWhy kids should never be asked to keep secretsThe importance of teaching anatomically correct terminology for body parts Broaching sex ed with kidsCONTENT WARNING: In this episode, themes and references to sexual abuse and rape are covered. If this raises any issues or concerns for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or White Ribbon Australia on 1800 Respect.Episode Features:Guest: Jayneen Sanders@jayneensandersauthorHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomag

In this episode you'll be hearing from Jody Allen, an Aussie Mum of two, author, founder and chief editor of stayathomemum.com.au, one of Australia's biggest mothers' networks. Jody's website and books share recipes, health tips, parenting advice and so much more. Jody has written five books, with her first four focused on really clever and unique ways to save money as a family. Her latest book, ‘Earn At Home Mum', has just hit shelves, and this time she's helping mums and families, as the title suggests, earn more from home, just like she did. That's right! Jody started her (very!) successful company from home, with absolutely no budget. We won't spill all the beans yet, but just wait until you hear her story! We guarantee you'll be inspired.Guest: @jodyallen.stayathomemumHost: @alexisteasdaleYou can find more about Jody and her new book Earn At Home Mum at penguin.com.auAnd visit Jody's website stayathomemum.com.auFor more KIDDO content head tokiddomag.com.au@kiddomag

In this episode we're talking to Ceci Jeffries, a fertility coach and owner of Fertility Hand, also a very grateful mum of three. We're chatting about fertility struggles and all that comes with it, something that Ceci has firsthand knowledge of.  After her own experiences, she knew that she wanted to do everything she could to help other couples, which is why she trained as a fertility coach and started her business.We talk about what a fertility coach is, how loved ones can support without offering advice, how important social media can be when you're feeling isolated, and the kind of areas Ceci works on with her clients. This is a very personal and sensitive topic, so for anyone out there experiencing a tough fertility journey, please know that this might bring up all the feels, but you are certainly not alone. We hope this is helpful, comforting, and educational.Guest: Ceci Jeffries @ceci_fertilityhandfertilityhand.comHost: Alexis Teasdale@alexisteasdale For more KIDDO content: @kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

This episode is one for the entrepreneurs, for the business women and those full of ideas but in need of some inspiration from someone who has been there and made it happen. Today we chat to Alex McCabe of Kip&Co, the bright, bold lifestyle brand with a massive global following!Alex takes us back to the day when she and two friends came up with the idea to launch a cool bedding brand, through to the way they manage their mega successful business as well as juggling life with 8 kids between them!She touches on their iconic prints, how social media has helped the brand take off, the importance of communication in your business, how their kids have inspired them and so, so much more. Episode Features: Guest: Alex McCabe of Kip and Co@kipandcowww.kipandco.com.au Host: Alexis Teasdale @alexisteasdaleFor more KIDDO content: @kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

Today's society can be toxic for girls, can what we do as parents really make a difference? Yes!In this episode we chat with husband and wife research team and authors of Raising Girls Who Like Themselves, Kasey Edwards and Dr Christopher Scanlon. Their book details the seven qualities that enable girls to thrive and arm themselves against a world that tells them they are flawed. It's packed with practical, evidence-based advice, and is an indispensable guide to raising a girl who is happy and confident in herself. We chat with Kasey and Chris on KIDDO chats about some of these qualities and how we can work to instil them in our own daughters, so they too will grow up liking themselves. According to Kasey and Chris, when you raise a girl who likes herself, everything else follows. Your daughter will strive for excellence because she has faith in her ability to achieve it and the confidence to pick herself up. She will nurture her physical and mental health because it's natural to care for something you love. She will insist on healthy relationships because she believes she deserves nothing less.And if that's not something we all want for our daughters, we don't know what is! This episode will help get you started on some of the ways we can work with our daughters to build and strengthen qualities that will lead them towards happy, confident lives. Episode Features: Guests: Kasey Edwards & Dr Christopher Scanlonraisinggirlswholikethemselves.com@kaseyedwardswriter@chrisscanlon_Host: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content: @kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

We're starting the year with an inspiring chat with a very well known Adelaidian voice!Journalist, award-winning news and radio presenter (plus KIDDO Mag columnist!), wife and mum of three, Rebecca Morse is one of SA's most loved media personalities. Having started out as a cadet at the ABC, she soon moved to Channel 10 where she read the nightly news on 10 News First for over a decade and in recent years added a breakfast radio hosting gig to her busy schedule.Then there was 2020 and Rebecca was unexpectedly made redundant from Channel 10 as the news bulletin production moved to Melbourne. In this funny, heartfelt and honest episode we talk about how she started out in journalism and what the family juggle looked like when her children were small. Plus we chat about the incredibly hard changes of last year, what she wants to teach her girls about resilience, how she finds balance during busy times and what she is looking forward to in 2021. Guest: Rebecca Morse @rebeccamorse107Host: Alexis Teasdale @alexisteasdaleFor more KIDDO Content:www.kiddomag.com.au@kiddomag

An Introduction to Low Tox Family Life! If you don't know exactly what I mean by 'low tox', then keep listening, because by the end of this episode you definitely will. What is this TOXIC LOAD buzzword we're hearing all over Instagram and being spruiked by health and wellness advocates?  On this ep we'll explain it and dive into how you, yes you, can reduce your impact and lower the toxic load on your family and what that actually means. We're looking at helping people who are interested in starting to make some small changes in their lifestyle, potentially creating a happier planet and a healthier you. Now we're not talking about ditching everything you have in your cupboards and replacing it with tea tree oil, we're taking a realistic look at how little choices you make for your family, could have a big impact. We talk easy, actionable swaps and DIY's that we can implement in our own homes that do make a difference! Resources: The Chemical MazeThink DirtyEpisode Features: Guest: Flo from health and wellness website Health & Hamsa@health_and_hamsaHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:kiddomag.com.au@kiddomag

If you ask us, there's not a lot that Jules Sebastian can't do. She's a TV presenter, stylist, public speaker and philanthropist, a mum to 2 gorgeous boys, adored wife of Aussie music legend Guy Sebastian, and, just quietly, probably one of the best people you'll ever follow on Instagram. But beyond all that, Jules is also down to earth, relatable and warm, intelligent and well versed in so many topics; from female empowerment to teamwork, from health and lifestyle, to fashion and beauty. We were lucky enough to chat with Jules on our podcast KIDDO Chats, and it was like sitting down with an old friend. She regaled us with stories about growing up in Adelaide, and shared her insights about parenting and motherhood, as well as what's coming up for Jules and her family for the rest of 2020 and beyond. Episode Features: Guest: @julessebastianjulessebastian.comthesebastianfoundation.orgHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

If you cast your mind back to having your own baby, you'll probably be able to look back on this experience as a special time with your family and friends; with support, love and care from those around you and an abundance of supplies to help keep your baby warm, fed and safe. The sad reality is that not all women have this kind of network to rely on. In fact, many women in our state go to give birth without any possessions to their names, let alone a support network when they get home with their precious baby.That's where The Village Co. comes in. The Village Co. is a not-for-profit organisation passionate about seeing all South Australian new mothers, regardless of their background or disadvantage, embraced and supported as they begin the life-changing journey of motherhood.In this episode we talk with Steph, CEO and founder of The Village Co. about her WHY. Why she started The Village Co., WHO they are helping and WHAT these vulnerable new mums are facing...oh, and HOW she does it all!Episode Features: Guest: Steph Malan @the_village_co thevillageco.orgHost: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:kiddomag.com.au@kiddomag

Turia Pitt's latest book is the happiness tonic we need in 2020!Turia Pitt inspired the nation with her story of survival and extraordinary resilience after she was caught in an out of control grass fire while competing in a ultra marathon in 2011. She suffered burns to 65% of her body, and then went on to, as her website says, 'defy every expectation placed on her.' Episode Features:Guest: Turia Pittturiapitt.comHost: Alexis Teasdale (Lex)thefestiveco.comFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

On this episode we dive into the topic of tween and teen girls with Danielle Demourtzidis from The Girl Gang Wellness, an Adelaide based business set up to focus specifically on the wellness of preteen and teen girls.We talk about the work Danielle does with The Girl Gang Wellness, mentoring girls aged 8-18 and how important it is as a parent to learn how to navigate this territory when our girls are still young.Danielle talks us through: The types of issues facing young girls todayHow parents of preteen girls can best communicate with themHow early intervention with counselling and mentoring can set girls up for successHow to know when we should look for external help if our daughter is experiencing a hard timeTips and strategies to support girls going through tricky friendship issuesHow the Girl Gang Wellness works with young girls in schoolsHow the focus changes as girls get older - what parents should be prepared for when girls turn 12-18!Episode Features:Guest: Danielle DemourtzidisThe Girl Gang Wellness@thegirlgang.wellnessfacebook.com/thegirlgangwellness/Host: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomagkiddomag.com.au

OK ladies, we need to talk! If we said the word “Perimenopause” would you know what we're talking about? Because Perimenopause symptoms are being experienced by women in their 30's and 40's the world over, but not many people know what they are, how they can impact you, your emotions and your body, or even what Perimenopause actually is!It's the precursor to menopause that no one tells you about.In this episode we get the answers.Perimenopause… please explain.Giving us the lowdown on Perimenopause is GP and women's health specialist Dr Verity Cooper.Verity talks us through:What Perimenopause actually isWhat the typical symptoms areWhat women going through Perimenopause may be experiencingSymptom managementHow to improve quality of life if the symptoms are severeOther possible health risks associated with Perimenopause to look out for.Perimenopause is a phase of life not often talked about; some of the symptoms are super personal so women may be unlikely to discuss them openly, and other symptoms may just be attributed to the exhaustion of every day life, so Perimenopause often flies under the radar.We want to throw open the curtains and bring it to light in this episode, so women can understand more about what's happening to their bodies and brains and how this might be affecting their everyday lives, as well as opening the door to meaningful, honest, informed conversations between women and their partners.Resources: How partners can support women experiencing perimenopause symptomsEpisode Features:Guest: Dr Verity CooperFountain Corner Medical Practice Host: Liv Williams@eeniemeeniemineymumFor more KIDDO content:@kiddomag  

This one is for all the tired parents out there! We chat to Dr Kate Johnson, a sleep expert, mum of 4 kids ranging from 5-14 and owner of business Babysomnia which she created to help parents understand sleep and how it develops.Dr Kate Johnson did her undergraduate Science degree at the University of Melbourne, then completed an Honours year in Psychology and a PhD in Sleep Psychophysiology both through the School of Psychology at the University of  Melbourne. After university she spent several years as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford Research Institute in California and then a further Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Division of Sleep Medicine at the Harvard Medical School in Boston.Thanks for listening Lex X @alexisteasdaleFind Kate at:Online: www.babysomnia.comInstagram: @babysomniaFacebook: facebook.com/babysomnia

On this episode we talk to Naomi Chrisoulakis of Cocoon about how new mums can prepare to nurture themselves as well as baby. Naomi is a post partum doula, cook, writer and mother. She also hosts a podcast called Tales From The Fourth Trimester. Naomi cooks and delivers delicious and wholesome food to mums with a new baby in the house, also doing in-house visits to offer support when families need it most. We talk about the concept of a Fourth Trimester, easy ways to prepare for life after the baby arrives, which foods will nourish you when you're tired and healing plus ways you can ask friends and family for help that will really benefit you. Trust us, they want to! Episode Features: Naomi ChrisoulakisIG: @cocoonbynaomi Host: Alexis Teasdale (Lex) of The Festive Co: @alexisteasdale For more KIDDO content: http://www.kiddomag.com.au @kiddomag

On this episode we chat to Karina Savage a Paediatric Gut Health Dietitian (Nutritionist) and Director of Smartbite Nutritions, about the fussy little eaters in our lives. Karina discusses her most frequently asked questions and gives us some helpful tips and tricks on how to tackle meal times. Karina talks to us about making confident nutrition decisions , that don't take hours of preparation or research, just isn't an option for many modern families. Happy Tummies, happy kids and happy families! https://www.smartbite.com.au/ IG @karinasavage_smartbite https://www.kiddomag.com.au/ @kiddomag 

Raising Sensitive Boys with Madhavi Nawana Parker from Positive Minds Australia On this episode we talk about a subject close to many of our hearts, raising sensitive boys. How to spot them, how to help them, how to encourage them to foster that sensitivity in a positive way.. how to PARENT them. Madhavi Nawana Parker from Positive Minds Australia joins us to go through all the ins and outs of supporting our sensitive boys and helping them to find their super powers. Madhavi is not only a behaviour consultant and counsellor she's also the director of Positive Minds Australia, which is a team providing online support around Australia and overseas specialising in helping to build positive, resilient and socially emotionally capable people. They work with children and adults, addressing the needs of young people, families, and schools, and Madhavi is also a published author and speaker specialising in confident and resilient mindsets, wellbeing, social emotional literacy and parent education. And she she also has three children of her own! Episode Features: Madhavi Nawana ParkerIG: @positivemindsaustralia URL: http://positivemindsaustralia.com.au Host: Liv Williams @eeniemeeniemineymum For more KIDDO content: http://www.kiddomag.com.au @kiddomag

WELCOME!Behind every great kiddo is a great parent and similarly, behind every great KIDDO CHAT is a great host, and we want you to get to know the ladies behind the mic before we dive into our first series of interviews. Charlotte, Liv and Alexis will be in the drivers seat (probably with kids in the back dropping biscuit crumbs into the footwell and smooshing yogurt into their boosters if it's anything like real life!). Tune in and you'll get to know the women working to bring KIDDO chats to you, where they've come from, and what makes them tick!Episode Features: Charlotte Chambers @kiddomagLiv Williams @eeniemeeniemineymumAlexis Teasdale @alexisteasdale For more KIDDO content: http://www.kiddomag.com.au