Being Real Parents

In this honest Q and A episode, Anna and Kate kōrero about the parenting questions many parents quietly carry but don’t always ask out loud. We talk screens and device use, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, swearing, big feelings, and when to start talking about emotions with tamariki. A warm, practical, judgement free kōrero full of reassurance, reflection, and real life parenting support.

"In this episode, Anna and Elizabeth Emere-Harte kōrero about mātauranga and tūpuna parenting. We explore how traditional Māori approaches centre connection, responsiveness, and collective care, and how this aligns with what we now know about attachment and brain development. A grounding, affirming conversation about returning to what we’ve always known and trusting the wisdom within whānau.

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A gentle, practical kōrero with the Brainwave Trust on supporting tamariki through big emotions. We explore why all emotions are ok, the power of naming them, and how tools like nature and books can help. We also reflect on modelling our own emotions, leading with empathy, and why teaching moments land best once children are calm. A thoughtful conversation with Keryn for parents navigating the everyday ups and downs.

Juliet talks honestly and beautifully with her friend Bronwyn about the loss of her baby Harriet in 2018. Bronwyn shares the early days of grief, the overwhelm, and how it affected her ability to get through each day. Seven years on, she reflects on where she is now and what she would want others experiencing parental grief to know. A thoughtful, compassionate kōrero for those navigating or supporting loss.

Anna and Kate are joined by Karena Findlay from Succeed Differently. They talk about all things Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) - how it occurs, what to look for and what we can do as parents and teachers to support tamariki affected by FASD.