We hear lots of horror stories about parenting - from the accidents that cost us a hefty bill, the arguments and bickering we bump into as they get older, the worries about our what they're doing when we're away, and the concerns of how social media's affecting their mental health. But we do it because we love them - unconditionally. And part of that is having to embrace the numerous versions of people they grow up to be. So what are the moments and things that make all the stress melt away for you, and reminds why being a parent's all worth it? Parenting Expert, and host of The Real Life, John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge for the Parent Squad... LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sara Chatwin: Psychologist at MindWorks talks when to let your kids make their own decisions
Our kids are growing up, and with that comes the parental obligation to allow them to start making decisions for themselves. This come after we saw the story of the Gaza Flotilla and an interview with the father of Sam Leason, an 18 year old who was a part of the recent flotilla to Gaza. I think regardless of your views, most parents would be pretty hesitant to allow their teenager to head off into a warzone. But truly, at 18, what can we really do? How much guidance should parents be giving their kids once they reach those older years? Psychologist at MindWorks Sara Chatwin joined Tim Beveridge on The Parent Squad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dougal Sutherland: Don't offer advice on school subject choices
It's that time of the year when many high school kids are having to make choices when it comes to subject options, perhaps some of which will determine what choices they have in future careers. So how can parents support their children through the choice process? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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John Cowan: "I was too busy staying in school to get an education"
Students are dropping out of high school at the highest rate since 2007. It's become fairly accepted in recent years that you don't need a diploma or a degree to be successful in life, but many parents will still be concerned if their child comes to them wanting to leave early. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Heather Taylor: Access to ECE is essential for all families
Around 96.8% of children in New Zealand attend some sort of Early Childhood Education at some point before entering school. Some begin right from a few months old, while some are only enrolled at 2 or 3 for kindergarten. But why is ECE so important? 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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