Parenting: Parenting in the age of social media: How do you separate fact from hysteria?

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Debbie McCrystal, Founder of Conscious kids and life coach for kid, about the challenges of first-time parenting in the age of social media. They explore how the constant stream of parenting advice online can overwhelm parents and undermine their confidence, and how to navi…

Parenting: Is it envy or Jealous? Helping children understand difference

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Debbie Howes, Clinical Psychologist, about helping children navigate jealousy when they begin noticing differences between themselves and their peers. They explore how parents can teach children to understand these differences without falling into comparison or negativity. …

Parenting: Planning for the unexpected

Jane Dutton, standing in for Gugs Mhlungu, is in conversation with award-winning speaker and best-selling author Nikki Bush about securing matter of estates, wills, life insurance policies, and the importance of sorting these out for your beneficiaries. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for t…

Parenting: Why do children need arts and crafts?

Gugs Mhlungu is in conversation with Nikki Bush, resident human potential and parenting expert, about how arts and crafts are still a vital part of childhood development. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything …

Parenting: Raising imaginative children in an age of AI

Gugs Mhlungu is in conversation with Nikki Bush, a resident human potential and parenting expert, to unpack how, in a world where technology is rapidly advancing and AI is becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives, it's more crucial than ever to ensure our children develop their imagina…

Parenting: The hidden value of a simple playdate for kids and parents

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, resident human potential and parenting expert, about the value of playdates for children and parents. They explore how playdates help children build friendships, develop communication and social skills, strengthen emotional resilience, and grow in confidence, w…

Parenting: Raising children with pets – what are the benefits?

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Tania Holz, an educational psychologist, about the many benefits of growing up with pets. They explore how caring for animals can help children develop empathy, responsibility, and stronger social skills, while also supporting their emotional wellbeing, confidence, and …

Parenting: Helping kids take back control of their attention

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, Resident Human Potential and Parenting Expert, about helicopter parenting and how to assist and guide your child in becoming a responsible adult versus a victim. She offers practical tips to help your child become a dependable, responsible adult one day. Gugs M…

Parenting: Teaching children how to be inclusive and embrace diversity

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, resident human potential and parenting expert, about how parents can help children embrace diversity by teaching them to recognise, respect and appreciate differences. They explore how small, everyday conversations and actions can nurture empathy, inclusion, and…

Parenting: The secret to raising emotionally strong kids

 Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Nikki Bush, resident human potential and parenting expert, who shares insights on the importance of validating our children's emotions and teaching them valuable life skills.  Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, cultu…