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 guest...
John Cowan: Managing family conflict over Christmas
Family arguments are more common than not over the holiday period - but when is it time to step in when it comes to relatives making comments to children? John Cowan joins to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dougal Sutherland: Kids need awards as reinforcement
School prizegivings can be a chore this time of year, along with the increasing popularity of participation awards - but the burning question is whether these are helping or harming children. Dougal Sutherland joins with more. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kim Harvey: Avoiding teaching your kids over-consumption at Christmas time
Parents nationwide have one question on their minds this time of year - how on earth they can get their kids out of the house and off their devices once school finishes up for the year. Also, are parents teaching their children how to be over-consumers and materialistic by over-gifting at Christmas, and what is the limit when it comes to presents? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kathryn Berkett: You need to let your kids be stressed
Most parents hate seeing their children in stressful situations, regardless of what the cause is - but there may be an argument for allowing them to experience the stress. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Holly Brooker: Helping kids adjust when it's time to move out
With the year drawing to a close, teenagers are finishing up with school and leaving home. Holly Brooker joins to discuss how parents can best support their children through the transition, and when it's time to give them a gentle nudge. 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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