Do you ever find yourself talking to your kids, but it seems like they're in their own little world? Why is it so hard to get your child to actually listen?

It turns out one of the biggest reasons we're getting tuned out is our approach as parents... go figure! 

So this episode parenting expert Gen Muir shares with host Leigh Campbell some helpful tips and techniques to encourage better communication and listening in our kids.

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Expert: Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Do you ever find yourself talking to your kids, but it seems like they're in their own little world? Why is it so hard to get your child to actually listen?
It turns out one of the biggest reasons we're getting tuned out is our approach as parents... go figure!  So this episode parenting expert Gen Muir shares with host Leigh Campbell some helpful tips and techniques to encourage better communication and listening in our kids.
GET IN TOUCH:
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Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS:
Host: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leighacampbell/?hl=en">Leigh Campbell</a>
Expert: <a href="https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/">Gen Muir</a>
Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizaratliff/?hl=en"></a>
Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Having a toddler is one of the most exciting phases of being a parent. It’s also one of the most demanding. They need you all the time, they’re also learning and growing all the time. It’s why the wisdom and support of ‘the village’ is crucial in the pre-school years.

That’s where How To Build A Human comes in. Over 8 weeks, join Leigh Campbell as she speaks to our resident parenting expert Gen Muir, to work out the perfect ingredients it takes to raise a well-rounded child - ready for their big future. 

This podcast was made in partnership with the LEGO® DUPLO® Brand. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO.

Having a toddler is one of the most exciting phases of being a parent. It’s also one of the most demanding. They need you all the time, they’re also learning and growing all the time. It’s why the wisdom and support of ‘the village’ is crucial in the pre-school years.
That’s where How To Build A Human comes in. Over 8 weeks, join Leigh Campbell as she speaks to our resident parenting expert Gen Muir, to work out the perfect ingredients it takes to raise a well-rounded child - ready for their big future. 
This podcast was made in partnership with the LEGO® DUPLO® Brand. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO.

How To Build A Human

Having a toddler is one of the most exciting phases of being a parent. It’s also one of the most demanding. They need you all the time, they’re also learning and growing all the time. It’s why the wisdom and support of ‘the village’ is crucial in the pre-school years.

That’s where How To Build A Human comes in. Over 8 weeks, join Leigh Campbell as she speaks to our resident parenting expert Gen Muir, to work out the perfect ingredients it takes to raise a well-rounded child - ready for their big future. 

This podcast was made in partnership with the LEGO® DUPLO® Brand. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. 

Having a toddler is one of the most exciting phases of being a parent. It’s also one of the most demanding. They need you all the time, they’re also learning and growing all the time. It’s why the wisdom and support of ‘the village’ is crucial in the pre-school years.
That’s where How To Build A Human comes in. Over 8 weeks, join Leigh Campbell as she speaks to our resident parenting expert Gen Muir, to work out the perfect ingredients it takes to raise a well-rounded child - ready for their big future. 
This podcast was made in partnership with the LEGO® DUPLO® Brand. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO.

How To Get Your Kids To Listen (Yes, Listen)

Have you ever looked at a toddler and thought…why on Earth are you doing that?!Well, you’re not alone. In this bonus episode, we hear from Matty J and Fiona Falkiner to find out what it is their toddler is doing that they just don’t seem to understand.

From post-daycare meltdowns to parental preferences, toddlers have a unique way of expressing themselves that can sometimes be challenging to comprehend.

So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares some wisdom and practical tips to help understand toddler behaviour and how to manage it.

GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

CREDITS:

Host: Gen Muir

Guests: Matty J and Fiona Falkiner

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Have you ever looked at a toddler and thought…why on Earth are you doing that?! Well, you’re not alone. In this bonus episode, we hear from Matty J and Fiona Falkiner to find out what it is their toddler is doing that they just don’t seem to understand.
From post-daycare meltdowns to parental preferences, toddlers have a unique way of expressing themselves that can sometimes be challenging to comprehend.
So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares some wisdom and practical tips to help understand toddler behaviour and how to manage it.
GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS:
Host: <a href="https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/">Gen Muir</a>
Guests: Matty J and Fiona Falkiner
Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser
Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

What To Do When Your Toddler "Hates You"

There's a big wide world out there, and everyday is an opportunity for our kids to learn and grow... but what happens when external influences come into the mix. 

From pre-school friends, to TV ads and family members, our kids manage a lot of external influences every single day. 

So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares with us some ways to keep your little one safe from negative influences and encourage them towards more positive ones.

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Expert: Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

There's a big wide world out there, and everyday is an opportunity for our kids to learn and grow... but what happens when external influences come into the mix. 
From pre-school friends, to TV ads and family members, our kids manage a lot of external influences every single day. 
So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares with us some ways to keep your little one safe from negative influences and encourage them towards more positive ones.
GET IN TOUCH:
<ul></ul>
Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS:
Host: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leighacampbell/?hl=en">Leigh Campbell</a>
Expert: <a href="https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/">Gen Muir</a>
Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizaratliff/?hl=en"></a>
Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

From Media To Friends, How To Manage Your Child's External Influences

Did you know kids start lying as young as three years old.

Sometimes when our little ones tell tall tales it’s cute… but when does it err into the side of being a problem?

This episode we dive into the real reason why little kids lie, what it means and how we can encourage the truth. 

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Expert: Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Did you know kids start lying as young as three years old.
Sometimes when our little ones tell tall tales it’s cute… but when does it err into the side of being a problem?
This episode we dive into the real reason why little kids lie, what it means and how we can encourage the truth. 
GET IN TOUCH:
<ul></ul>
Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS:
Host: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leighacampbell/?hl=en">Leigh Campbell</a>
Expert: <a href="https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/">Gen Muir</a>
Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizaratliff/?hl=en"></a>
Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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