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Wine with Wita

The number one podcast in Australia for parents navigating life with children with communication difficulties and/or disabilities. Hosted by Rita Shamoun, founder of RS Speech Pathology, Wine with Wita is a trusted space for families and health professionals to come together. Each episode features interviews with leading experts and real families, offering reliable guidance, insights, and evidence-based strategies. With warmth, expertise, and heart, Rita creates a supportive environment where

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00:41:43

Finding Magic in Connection: A Conversation with...

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2025/02/27

Hi everyone,✨ Magic isn’t just abouttricks—it’s about connection.This week onWine with Wita, I had thepleasure of chatting with the incredible Michael Webb—better known asMagic Mike (no, not that Magic Mike 😆).Michael is a magician, but his story goes far beyondillusions and sleight of hand. If you’re a Hamish & Andy fan, you might know Michael from their podcast or Hamish’s legendary Cake Night on Instagram.If you watched Australia’s Got Talent, you’ve likely seen —it’sbeen viewed over 50

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00:28:23

Surprising Factors Affecting Your Child’s Jaw and...

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2025/02/19

Hi everyone,This week’s episode ofWine with Witacontinues the conversation with Dr. Shereen Lim.In Part 2, we explore surprising factors that can shape your child’s development and health.Dr. Lim sheds light on:✨ How teeth grinding signals underlying airway issues.✨ The impact of everyday habits like sippy cups, dummies, and thumb sucking.✨ Practical steps parents can take to support better jaw and airway health.In this second episode, Dr. Shreen Lim revealssurprising factors affecting your child’s

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00:33:07

Why Airway Health Matters for Your Child, with Dr...

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2025/02/13

Hi everyone,In this week’s episode ofWine with Wita, I’m joined by Dr. Shereen Lim, author of Breathe, Sleep, and Thrive.Together, we delve into the crucial topic of airway health and its profound impact on children’s development.Dr. Lim explains why good nasal breathing is the cornerstone of thriving health and how it supports better sleep, attention, and learning outcomes.We also discuss:✨ The links between snoring and developmental challenges.✨ How breathing affects attention and grey matter in

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00:07:27

The Black Dress Trick for Better Communication with...

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2025/02/06

Hi everyone, In this solo episode of Wine with Wita, I’m sharing one of my favourite strategies for supporting children’s communication—the Black Dress Analogy. Think about how you feel in a black dress: confident, comfortable, and validated. Now, compare that to how you might feel in a white dress—anxious, self-conscious, and unsure. The way we give feedback to our children can have the same effect. 💡 Key takeaway? When we praise and encourage our children in a way that makes them feel good,

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00:27:21

Reading Challenges, Learning Styles and Supporting...

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2025/01/30

Hi everyone,This week on Wine with Wita, I'm speaking with the amazing Malia Hollowell, founder of Play Doh to Plato and host of The Science of Reading Formula. Together, we discussed the magic of literacy, the challenges of early reading development, and how teachers and parents can work together to create confident, joyful learners. Our conversation explores: ✨ The foundations of oral language and their role in literacy. ✨ Why a team approach is vital for supporting children’s unique

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00:54:58

How Trauma Impacts Behaviour and Learning with Lorna...

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2025/01/23

This week on Wine with Wita, I am bringing you a genuinelyimpactful conversation with Lorna Genoud, founder of The Safe Space Educator. Lorna is a dedicated and compassionate advocate for young people, especially those in out-of-home care. With over a decade of experience in education and social services, she has devoted her career to creating trauma-informed, inclusive environments that empower children and young adults to thrive. In this episode, Lorna shares her expertise on: ✨ How trauma

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01:10:45

Transform Communication with Your Child: A Chat with...

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2025/01/16

Hi everyone,I’m excited to bring you the first interview of the year on Wine with Wita! This week, I’m joined by the incredible Nisrine El-Choueifati—a dear friend, talented speech pathologist, clinical educator, and children’s author. Our conversation explores: ✨ The power of reflection as a speech pathologist ✨ Supporting new graduates entering the profession ✨ The joy of connecting through food and friendship ✨ And a beautiful poem Nisrine wrote for Wine with Wita! This episode offers a fresh

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00:14:29

From Idea to Impact: The Story Behind Wine with Wita

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2025/01/09

Hi everyone,Happy New Year! I'm so excited to kick off 2025 with an incredible season of Wine with Wita. This year, I'm bringing you even more powerful conversations to support you and your child on your journey. But this year is extra special... because for the first time ever, I'll be hosting solo segments Wita's Words -once a month! In this debut solo episode, I share the story of how Wine with Wita began, the meaning behind the name, and how it's evolved into a space for connection, support,

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00:54:18

The First Nine Months of Life with Donna Berry

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2024/12/12

This week on Wine With Wita, I’m excited to welcome back Donna Berry. Donna was the very first guest on the podcast, and it feels like a beautiful full-circle moment to have her as the final guest of 2024. In this episode, Donna shares her profound insights into the crucial first nine months of life—starting from a mum’s pregnancy—and how these formative months shape who a child becomes. We explore how understanding a baby’s connection to their mum during pregnancy provides a window into their

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00:44:50

Navigating Motherhood, Guilt and Self-Care with Wendy...

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2024/12/05

As a mum, have you ever felt like you need to ask for permission to take some time for yourself? This week on Wine with Wita, we’re diving deep into the whirlwind of motherhood with the lovely Wendy Gilroy. Wendy is a mum of two and a counsellor who specialises in supporting mothers through all phases of parenting, from the chaos of early years to the challenges of raising teens. With a holistic approach, Wendy shares her wisdom on: ✨ Letting go of guilt and embracing self-compassion ✨ The

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00:57:28

Parenting, Neurodiversity, and Embracing the Journey...

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2024/11/28

This week’s podcast episode features the incredible Natasha Piccolo. Natasha is a speech pathologist, author, and proud mum to a wonderful autistic toddler. Her story is one of self-discovery, resilience, and learning to embrace the beauty of neurodiversity within her family. In our conversation, Natasha shares her unique perspective as both a professional and a parent, touching on topics like: ✨ Navigating the realities of burnout after her son’s diagnosis. ✨ Recognising neurodiverse traits in her

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00:47:20

Overcoming Challenges with ASD, Swimming & Supporting...

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2024/11/21

This week on Wine with Wita, I’m joined by Connor Bailey, an inspiring teacher who is making waves in the world of swim education. Recently named the 2024 Australian Swim Teacher of the Year for Learners with a Disability, Connor shared his journey from being diagnosed with ASD at age 4 and overcoming childhood challenges to becoming a passionate advocate for inclusivity and neurodiversity. In our conversation, we dive into: ✨ The social and learning challenges that led to homeschooling ✨ The

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00:45:35

Reading, Fatherhood, Music and Tourette's Syndrome -...

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2024/11/14

In this week’s episode of Wine with Wita, I spoke with James Sismanes, an award-winning audio and visual storyteller from Melbourne. He recently, debuted his first children’s book (The Marvellous Mullabaloos Only Wear Blue) . A few months ago, I reached out to James, as his book explored empathy, uniqueness and beauty is being authentically you. A beautiful story for all children. Throughout the conversation, James openly shared his personal and private experiences with being diagnosed with

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00:47:43

I Love You Little Baby: A mother's NICU experience

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2024/11/07

November NICU Awareness Month is a time to highlightthe importance of Neonatal Intensive Care Units and their amazing staff around Australia. Offering specialised care and making a difference to the more than 48,000 babies born premature or sick each year. This week on Wine with Wita, I interviewed Emma Ferguson. Emma's path into motherhood didn’t go quite as expected—her little girl, Celeste, arrived nearly nine weeks early, weighing just 1.065 kg, after Emma faced complications with

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00:44:39

Supporting your child's communication through music...

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2024/10/31

Jocelyn Manzanarez, is on a mission to helpteachers thrive at circle time and beyond by integrating brain-based strategies with engaging activities that bring the fun back to teaching and learning. How? Through music and movement! Two highly-effective, yet underutilized strategies too often missing in the classroom. She owns and operates Musically Minded, a Seattle based early childhood music education program that provides weekly music classes at childcare centre and preschools and

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00:50:10

Raising a child with neurofibromatosis type 1 and...

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2024/10/24

Renee Bell knew that something was wrong with her son Nik, despite her GP not addressing her concerns. Like all parents, her mother's intuition would not budge.Unknowingly, she did like all parents and referred to Dr. Google.After a few consultations, her GP referred her to a paediatrician, which led to the journey of her son's diagnosis of Neurofibromatosis type 1. Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that causes changes in skin pigment and tumours on nerve tissue. It can likely

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00:47:22

Holistic health and nutrition for parents, with Deena...

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2024/10/17

As parents, we tend to put our wellbeing to the side.Managing busy lifestyles, work, proper nutrition and therapy appointments can take a toll on our health. This week on Wine with Wita, I spoke with Deena Jane Kelaita, a registered Clinical Nutritionist with nearly a decade of experience specializing in gut health, genetic health, and personalized nutrition. Deena dug deep into the impact of chronic stress, hormone health and gut health. All of these areas I find so interesting especially as I

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00:53:44

Growing up with Autism, ADHD and Anxiety - with Lewis...

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2024/10/07

In this episode of Wine with Wita, I spoke with Lewis Huckstep, a performance and fulfilment coach dedicated to helping high achievers create a life on their own terms. At a young age, Lewis was diagnosed with Asperger's and ADHD. He openly discussed his challenges particularly with communication, socialising and learning. Lewis also faced several challenges in his youth, navigating mental health difficulties and a dysregulated nervous system. Despite, the obstacles he faced with maintaining

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00:57:42

Supporting children's behaviour with Dave Jereb,...

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2024/09/11

With over 20 years of experience as a paediatricoccupational therapist, Dave Jereb has made a significant impact in the Allied Health field. As co-founder of MoveAbout Therapy Services with his wife Kathy, Dave’s vision is to create a world where all children lead meaningful lives and are valued within their communities. Dave is driven to support Allied Health businesses in helping their therapists find authentic confidence and "burn in," not out. He advances this vision by empowering

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00:31:27

Trauma Informed Practice, with Speech Pathologist -...

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2024/09/01

Kizzy Searle is a Speech Pathologist who is deeply passionate about trauma-informed practice. Sheregularly presents to organisations and private practices, advocating for the integration and awareness of trauma-informed practice in allied health settings and providing training on how to implement this. Kizzy serves on the Mental Health and Trauma Advisory Panel of Speech Pathology Australia and is an active lived experience advisory member on several Sydney Local Health District committees

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