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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Being Real Parents - Why our teens need us – the science with Brainwave Trust (Part 1)
In this episode of Being Real Parents, Anna talks with Keryn from Brainwave Trust about the science behind teenage brain development and why parents remain vital in the teen years. Part one of our two-part series explores research on adolescence, teen mental health, and parent–teen connection, giving you insight into why staying engaged matters and the positive difference it makes for your teenager.
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Being Real Parents - Messy bedrooms and parent coaching:
In this week’s Being Real Parents podcast, Juliet shares her frustration with messy kids’ bedrooms while Anna coaches her through it. Discover practical parenting tips for tackling the messy bedroom battle, plus a behind-the-scenes look at how parent coaching works - even for child wellbeing professionals. Tune in for strategies every parent can use!
Join the Real Parents crew discussing what they know as parents, but also as professionals supporting other parents. Real life examples mixed with behavioural, positive, child psychology and neuro-science.
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