Being Real Parents

• Being Real Parents - What our kids really need this season

  December can feel big. The pace lifts, the lists grow and it’s easy to feel pressure to buy and do more. In this episode, Kate chats with Keryn from the Brainwave Trust about staying grounded. They remind us that what our kids need in December is the same as any other time of year - connection, rhythm and moments of calm. A gentle kōrero to help you navigate the busyness with more ease.

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• Being Real Parents - Talking toy safety with Plunket - a must-listen in the lead up to Christmas

  This week Anna chats with Keli Livingston Filipo from Plunket, and it is such a fun and helpful episode. With new toys arriving for Christmas and birthdays, we talk about keeping play safe while still enjoying the magic. Keli shares clever tips for spotting sneaky risks, supporting patience, and saying no in a way that feels calm and connected. It is full of practical ideas you can use straight away.

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• Being Real Parents - Real Talk with Zazi

  Zazi is a mum of two, speech and language therapist, and the heart behind @zaziplays. What began as a blog during maternity leave grew into a thriving community helping parents support their children’s development through play. Now, she’s created Zazi - a brand designed with real families in mind, making everyday moments easier, calmer and full of connection.

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• Being Real Parents - Awhi ngā Mātua: creating community and care for parents raising disabled and neurodivergent tamariki

  In this episode of Being Real Parents, Anna Mowat talks with Elizabeth Goodwin, founder of Awhi ngā Mātua - a community for parents of intellectually disabled, neurodivergent, and medically fragile tamariki. They explore the kaupapa behind Awhi ngā Mātua, what parents are experiencing right now, and the insights, encouragement, and practical ways we can support one another across Aotearoa.

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• Being Real Parents - Being Real Parents - Why our teens need us – the science with Brainwave Trust (Part 2)

  The Real Parents team aim to support parents to find their confidence and have more fun parenting.

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