It Takes A Village

Parenting: How to know when a child is ready to go out alone? 04.11.2026 16m

How can you gauge when your child is ready to venture out alone? It can be a tough call for parents, trying to balance keeping them safe, while give them a taste of independence. So what do you need to consider? And how do you handle conversations when the request is made? Michelle Andrews Luke is a lecturer in educational psychology at the University of Melbourne.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Supporting kids through frustration 21.10.2026 16m

How we can support kids through frustration, without rushing to rescue them from it? Catherine Gallagher is a clinical psychologist with two decades experience working with adults and children. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Parenting: How to help teenagers navigate loneliness 14.10.2026 17m

Almost one in four teenagers in New Zealand reported feeling lonely, or as though they had no friends, in last year's Youth Health and Wellbeing Survey. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Parenting: Handling fussy eaters 08.10.2026 21m

Coping with fussy eaters will be a challenge that many parents will be familiar with. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Surviving the school holidays 30.09.2026 16m

For the many New Zealand families currently in the middle of the school holidays, life might feel like an endless juggle of work and childcare. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Is getting a tutor for your child worth it? 24.09.2026 15m

Whether it's a formal after school activity, or an older student helping out, many children will have some form of tutoring outside of the classroom. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Parenting: How to help kids with seasonal allergies 10.09.2026 16m

Spring is here and although it brings optimism for warmer weather heading into summer, it can also bring allergies as pollen season enters full swing. Children aren't exempt from seasonal allergies. So how can families best prepare, and what can be done to alleviate watery eyes and runny noses in our tamariki? Dr Amy Chan is an associate professor of pharmacy at Auckland University.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Learning a new language 03.09.2026 18m

Juliet Kennedy explains language learning for children and the benefits for brain development.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Parenting: How to eat well while pregnant 27.08.2026 17m

During the nine months of pregnancy, through all trimesters, a healthy balanced diet is important for both mother and child. But with a glut of information out there, understanding what foods to eat or avoid can be tricky. Palmerston North based midwife Emma Le Lievre shares her expertise.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

How to reduce family tension around screen use 21.08.2026 21m

Kids and screen time - it's one of those tricky areas where parents can feel like they're always two steps behind. But with the internet, smart phones and rapidly evolving tech being firm fixtures of modern living - how can parents best set up their kids for success? Maggie Dent is an author, educator and podcaster and her new book, is Digital Freedom: A guide to less screen time for safer, happier and healthier families. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

How to help young adults make friends 06.08.2026 18m

Friendships can be some of the most rewarding relationships in our live - but they can also be confusing, complicated and, especially for young people, deeply emotional. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Helping kids navigate the pressure of sports 30.07.2026 22m

Ready the orange slices and puffer jackets - winter sport is in full swing. But alongside the fun and team spirit, comes results, competition, team selections, winners and losers. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

When is tummy pain a sign of something more serious? 23.07.2026 16m

A sore tummy is a common childhood complaint. But how can you tell when is it just a mild bug or constipation, and what are the signs that it might be something more serious? Anna Richards is a registered and practicing dietitian.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

How to love children while giving them independence 16.07.2026 16m

Many devoted parents instinctively step in to protect and guide their children yet struggle to know when to step back. For 35 years, Dr Jenny Brown has researched child and adolescent mental health and parent's involvement. She says while "helicopter parenting" is widely discouraged, parents are often left without clear, practical alternatives. This is explored in her new book, The Parenting Paradox, and says to truly love our children, we must also give them the space to grow.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

When should you be worried about speech and language delays in children? 09.07.2026 17m

Speech delays or difficulties can be concerning but there are a number of myths surrounding speech and language, so when should we be worried? Speech and language therapist Christian Wright.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Unpacking a child's changing brain 02.07.2026 18m

"What were you thinking!?" - the exclamation many parents, caregivers or teachers can make, when trying to decipher what and why kids do what they do.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

What can be done about fussy eaters for parents? 18.06.2026 20m

Getting children to eat their veggies, try new foods, and generally get a balanced diet are age-old parenting challenges. From the earliest introduction of solids, to picky toddlers, and growing teenagers, the trials are endless. So how do you deal with a fussy eater, and when does it become a more serious health issue? Registered dietitian Anna Richards has some tips.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The two wildly different sides of a child's brain (and how to parent both) 11.06.2026 22m

Why modern childhood's putting parenting to the test, and why a radical parenting approach is needed to help free kids from constantly responding to their defence system.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Who rules the roost in your household? 04.06.2026 20m

Who rules the roost in your household? And when can these accommodations become a problem? Jenny Hale is a senior parenting coach at the Parenting Place.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

How to help kids adjust to changes to the education system 28.05.2026 14m

How do all the education changes affect students and what support might they need? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details