Kathryn Berkett: Where is the line between school and parental obligations?
We trust schools with the bulk of what our children are taught - and it makes sense, since they spend the majority of their time there. But are we delegating the raising of our children too much to schools? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dharshana Ponnampalam: How to deal with a child's mental health struggles
How much is social media affecting children's mental health? When does a child need counselling services, and how do you approach a discussion about getting over a relationship? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sara Chatwin: Parents have to have the hard conversations around weight
A nine year old boy was told he's too fat to play rugby this week, sparking a major debate. But really, kids do tend to grow out before up - so when is it an issue, and how do you discuss it with them? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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"They just want to connect with their mates": A parenting expert's take on potential social media ban
The National Party have proposed a bill to ban social media for under 16 year olds - following Australia's lead. But do parents really need legislative support with things like this? And how much help is really needed? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dougal Sutherland: Your teen's angst may be your fault
All teenagers have their moments - but what are the signs there's something seriously wrong? And how much of the teenage angst can be blamed on parents expecting to have a horrible teen? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If it takes a village to raise a child, it must take a whole country to raise a family! Newstalk ZB’s Parent Squad helps to do just that. Joined by expert guests The Weekend Collective team delves into the complexities of Kiwi family life.
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