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It Takes A Village

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It Takes A Village
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  • It Takes A Village

    Parenting: How to eat well while pregnant

    27/08/2026 | 17 mins.
    During the nine months of pregnancy, through all trimesters, a healthy balanced diet is important for both mother and child. But with a glut of information out there, understanding what foods to eat or avoid can be tricky. Palmerston North based midwife Emma Le Lievre shares her expertise.
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  • It Takes A Village

    How to reduce family tension around screen use

    21/08/2026 | 21 mins.
    Kids and screen time - it's one of those tricky areas where parents can feel like they're always two steps behind. But with the internet, smart phones and rapidly evolving tech being firm fixtures of modern living - how can parents best set up their kids for success? Maggie Dent is an author, educator and podcaster and her new book, is Digital Freedom: A guide to less screen time for safer, happier and healthier families.
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  • It Takes A Village

    How to help young adults make friends

    06/08/2026 | 18 mins.
    Friendships can be some of the most rewarding relationships in our live - but they can also be confusing, complicated and, especially for young people, deeply emotional.
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  • It Takes A Village

    Helping kids navigate the pressure of sports

    30/07/2026 | 22 mins.
    Ready the orange slices and puffer jackets - winter sport is in full swing. But alongside the fun and team spirit, comes results, competition, team selections, winners and losers.
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  • It Takes A Village

    When is tummy pain a sign of something more serious?

    23/07/2026 | 16 mins.
    A sore tummy is a common childhood complaint. But how can you tell when is it just a mild bug or constipation, and what are the signs that it might be something more serious? Anna Richards is a registered and practicing dietitian.
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About It Takes A Village
Nine to Noon's Kathryn Ryan interviews parenting experts to help you navigate the trends, trials & tough calls of modern family life.
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