The Expert Guide to Parenthood

Ears, Tonsils, Adenoids, Allergies and Sleep Apnoea

An Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist plays a crucial role in the healthcare of children by diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of conditions related to the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck.In this episode we discuss some of the common conditions and reasons children need to see an ENT during their childhood with our ENT Expert Dr Eric Levi. Dr Eric is a Specialist Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgeon. He treats general ENT conditions such as hearing loss, ear infections, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, snoring and sleep apnoea. He also treats and conducts research on other less common conditions.We cover:
Some common conditions affecting the ears, including hearing loss, ear infections and treatment options including grommets
Common conditions affecting the nose including sinusitis, constant dripping nose, allergies, adenoids and nose bleeds
Conditions affecting the throat, including sleep apnoea, tonsillitis, swallowing difficulties and speech/language difficulties
Tongue tie, cleft lips/palate and other conditions impacting the mouth
The process to seek ENT support
As an ENT what Eric wishes all parents knew
 
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Toddler Sleep

Toddler sleep is ever changing. During the toddler years our little ones drop naps, they may move to a big bed, battle bedtime and they may begin to experience nightmares or terrors. We are joined by our sleep experts Dr Fallon Cook and Dr Laura Conway from Infant Sleep Australia to talk all about Toddler sleep.Dr Fallon and Dr Laura hold PhDs in Psychophysiology and Early Child Development respectively, and specialise in paediatric sleep. They listen carefully to the voices of parents – who are the experts in their children - and work together with families to find sensible, tailored sleep solutions that are backed by research. We ask:
• How much sleep does a toddler need?
• What is toddlerhood generally such a time of change in regards to sleep for toddlers?
• How long should toddlers keep their day sleep?
• How do you drop the day sleep (and avoid your little one falling asleep at 3pm on the way to school)?
• When your little one turns into a toddler, if it is often time to get a toddler bed (as there may be a sibling who needs the cot) what are some tips to help a toddler transition to a bed?
• Why do toddlers start to battle bedtime?
• What are your tips to ensure an easy bedtime? 
• Suggestions for how to keep the toddler in their bed at night time?
• Sometimes when our little one reaches toddlerhood they can start to have nightmares/terrors. What are these? What is the difference and what should we do as parents if our little one is experiencing a nightmare or a night terror?
• What are top tips to ensure healthy sleep habits for a toddler?
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How to Introduce a Sibling

Going from 1-to-2 children is a game changer for all families, it is such an exciting yet also daunting time.
In this week's episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we welcome back our Child Psychologist Expert Dr Deirdre Brandner to help us all ease the transition and share her tips and tricks on the best approach to introduce a sibling to the family.
Dr Deirdre Brandner has over 30 years' experience as a Paediatric Psychologist. Through her private practice she has provided support to thousands of children, adolescents and families. Deirdre is a presenter and expert consultant in parenting & education media.
In this week's episode we discuss: 
When should we be talking to our children about our pregnancy, and a new family member coming along
Deirdre shares her tips for dealing with exhaustion of being pregnant and running after a toddler
Top Tips for introducing a new sibling to the family for the first time
Deirdre discusses how a sibling "usually" react to having a new sibling come into the family
We discuss how long it generally takes for siblings to get used to a new routine/ family member
Deirdre shares her advice on how to support your children through this transition
Deirdre shares her tips for handling looking after a newborn (feeding, naps etc) and looking after older children at the same time
Deirdre talks about what the best langue to use when talking to your toddler about their new sibling is
Deirdre shares her advice on how we can support our friends and families who are going from 1 to 2?
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Weaning from Breastmilk

Is your Baby weaning from the Breast? Need some expert advice? This week of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is for you.
Episode 35 Weaning from Breastmilk with our Lactation Expert Rowena Gray
The decision to stop breastfeeding can be an emotional one. For those who've shared those cherished moments of nursing, you know that it's a profound and intimate experience between a parent and child. But as the time comes to transition away from breastfeeding, it can bring about a mixture of emotions and questions.
Our Lactation Expert Rowena Gray is back in the podcast chair to talk to us all about how to wean from breastfeeding.
Rowena is a nurse, midwife, author and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. She is passionate about supporting mothers to have a better breastfeeding experience and is perfectly placed to offer her expert guidance and support today.
We discuss:
Some of the reasons a woman will stop breastfeeding
When the majority of mothers wean their babies from breastfeeding?
What age the World Health Organisation recommends weaning
How to wean if/when you choose to do so
What are the physical and emotional changes that occur when you wean
How to you deal with engorgement
Is breastfeeding all or nothing? (Is it possible to feed once or twice a day for example if you need to return to work?)
What if the baby doesn't want to stop but you would like to wean?
Misconceptions about stopping breastfeeding debunked by Rowena.
Plus more. 
This is a must listen to episode for any breastfeeding Mama as all good things eventually come to an end and it is great to have the knowledge and support for when the time is right for you and your little one.
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Mindfulness, Meditation and Intuition

Want to live a more stress-free life? Help get some inner peace amongst life's mayhem.
Listen to the latest episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast Episode 34 - Mindfulness, Meditation and Intuition with Expert Guest Tommy Kende
Life is busy and the epic constant jungle of being a parent requires strength and techniques to stay present, all whilst organising and coordinating so many other competing demands and activities.This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we chat with intuition, mindful living, greatness coach and fellow podcaster and yoga teacher Tommy Kende to talk to us all about Mindfulness and Meditation and how we can incorporate these important practices into our every day to get the most out of life. 
We discuss:
What mindfulness and meditation are and what is the difference between the two?
What is intuition and how do we harness this?
How does mindfulness affect our overall outlook?
What techniques can we use to reduce our stress levels?
How do we cultivate positive thoughts and stop thoughts that don't serve us?
What are the benefits of incorporating a mindful meditation practice into our daily life
How do we create a daily practice and incorporate mindfulness into our everyday
Easy meditation breathing technique to relax now
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Endometriosis - What is it and how do you treat it?

Endometriosis affects 11% of women between the ages of 15 - 44. It is especially common among women in their 30’s and 40’s and it can make it hard for women to fall pregnant and live a comfortable pain free life. In this episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we welcome back our IVF and Fertility Expert Dr Rachael Knight from Life Fertility Melbourne to share her advice and expertise on this subject that is not talked about enough.
 
We discuss:
• What is endometriosis?
• How common is it?
• What are the symptoms? 
• How does it affect your quality of life?• Does endometriosis impact the chance of falling pregnant?
• How is it diagnosed?
• When to seek help?• What are the treatments and supports available?
• Does endometriosis change over the years ie. when women go into Menopause?
This is a must-listen episode for anyone who has suffered with symptoms of endometriosis, has been diagnosed with endometriosis, or who knows someone who has.
 
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Starting Childcare Top Tips

Sending your child off to childcare for the first time can be quite frankly daunting, especially if you have had 9-12 months of one-on-one time at home with your little one while on parental leave. In this episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood we ask Child Psychologist Deirdre Brandner to share her strategies and advice to ensure a smooth transition to childcare, kindergarten and school.We discuss:
- The process of putting your child’s name down at childcare- How do you choose the right centre?- Tips to ease the transition to childcare- How and when to prepare your child for childcare- How to help your child cope with separation anxiety- Tips for drop off- Reasons why some children cry at pick up
- Coping with childhood sicknesses in the first year of childcare- Tips for how to help our children adjust to childcare, kinder and school- Tips for dealing with tired children after attending childcareMake sure you subscribe to our podcast The Expert Guide To Parenthood on Apple Podcast and Spotify or watch this week's episode on YouTube @ParentsYouveGotThis 
 
This is a MUST listen to podcast for anyone who has a little one about to start childcare, kinder or school. 
 
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Navigating Your Return To Work

Thinking about Returning to Work after having a baby? This week's Episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is for you. 
 
Our Return to Work Expert Kate Pollard from Circle In shares her tips and tricks to make your transition back into the workforce a breeze. 
 
Episode 31 - Navigating Your Return to Work 
 
In this episode we discuss:  
- Benefits of returning to work 
- Key factors new parents need to consider when planning their return to the workforce 
- How parents can ensure a smooth transition back into the workforce for both themselves and their families 
- Kate shares her tips around balancing work and family life 
- How to make the work-life parenthood juggle easier 
- Advice for parents in terms of preparing their workplace for their return and discussing flexibility 
- What to do if you return to work and it is all a little too much 
- Kate shares her tips on managing mental and emotional wellbeing when returning to work 
- What Kate wants every parent returning to work to know 
 
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This is a MUST listen to podcast for anyone wanting to return to work with success. 
 
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Starting Solids

Is your little one about to start solids? Our Paediatrician Expert Dr Lexi Frydenberg has you covered with this week's episode of The Expert Guide to Parenthood. 
 
Episode 30 - Starting Solids with Paediatrician Expert Dr Lexi Frydenberg 
 
Dr Lexi covers: 
 Is there a certain age when we should start solids?
How do I know my baby is ready for solids?
Are there some readiness signs to look for in my baby?
Does my baby need to be able to sit independently?
What equipment do we need?
Is there a particular time of day we need to start?
What are the best foods to start with?
Is purée or baby led weaning better?
How much do I give a baby when I start? 
 Is the amount of solids I give impacted by whether I am breastfeeding or formula feeding?
What about when baby is 9 months and 12 months, does the amount change?
Are there any foods babies are not allowed to eat?
How do you introduce Allergens?
Is it any different if parents are allergic?
Why is variety important in the first year of starting solids?
Does introducing food affect my baby's bowel motions?
Why is it important to let my child get messy with their food? 
Dr Lexi answers all of these questions and more.
 
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This is a MUST listen to podcast for anyone wanting to start solids.  
 
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Get Your Baby Moving: Your Baby's Physical Development

Every parent wants the best for their child, and ensuring healthy physical development is a key aspect of their wellbeing. In this episode we speak with our Paediatric Physiotherapist Francyne Finlayson from Physiotherapy for Children. Fran works with children of all ages with movement and developmental difficulties to help them achieve their best functional outcomes. We discuss:
The key aspects of a child's physical development that parents should be aware of
Fine motor and gross motor skills. What are they and what is the difference between the two?
As parents, what can we do to help our babies develop these gross motor skills?
How does muscle tone develop in children, and what role does it play in their overall physical wellbeing?
Common concerns that parents have regarding their child's physical development in the first few years of life
Children develop at their own pace but what are the red flags or warning signs that parents should be aware of when it comes to their child's motor development in the first few years of life? 
We are told that tummy time and floor time is very important for our babies development. Why is this and do you have any tips for babies that don't like being placed on the floor?
How can parents ensure that play environments and activities promote their child’s physical development?
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