CBeebies Parenting

29:26

Download: Helping children navigate friendships

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/10/03

How can parents support children through the highs and lows of friendship? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore when to offer guidance and when to stand back.Comedian and author of Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Adventure, Cariad Lloyd shares how her two children approach friendships differently and reflects on feeling like an outsider.Educational and child psychologist Dr Sasha Hall explains how friendships develop and how parents can encourage the skills children need to build them. With advice

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33:20

Download: How to raise curious kids

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/09/26

Why is the sky blue? Why do I have to brush my teeth? Why, why, why? If you've ever been on the receiving end of an endless stream of questions from your child, you'll know that curiosity seems to come naturally. Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore where that curiosity comes from and how parents can help it flourish.They're joined by comedian, Peep Show star and Taskmaster contestant Isy Suttie, who shares how curiosity and creativity shape life with her two children.Plus, developmental

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34:03

Download: How to talk to children about parents...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/09/19

How do you tell a young child their parents are separating? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore honest, age-appropriate conversations that can help children feel safe when family life changes.Broadcaster and former Love Island contestant Laura Anderson shares her experience of being a single mum and creating a blended family for her three-year-old daughter.Podcaster and author of The Co-Parent: A Toolkit for Parenting Together, Apart Aaron Dale discusses communication between co-parents, keeping

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35:52

Download: Parental burnout with Ashley James

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/09/12

Where does ordinary parental tiredness end and burnout begin? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore the warning signs that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed.DJ, broadcaster and author Ashley James shares her experience of sleep deprivation, overstimulation and balancing motherhood with her career. She also explains why sharing the mental load and making time for herself help her step back before reaching breaking point. Clinical psychologist Dr Emma Hepburn explains how burnout can affect daily

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32:29

Download: How to manage parental guilt with Siân Welby

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/09/05

Why does parental guilt follow us into so many parts of family life? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore guilt around work, missed bedtimes, nursery drop-offs and finding time for yourself.Presenter Siân Welby shares her experience of returning to work after having her daughter, while parenting expert and author of The Work-Parent Switch Anita Cleare explains how to question unhelpful guilt and focus on the small moments that strengthen the relationships with our children.For more advice and

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32:36

Download: The power of music for children with Kojey...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/08/29

How can singing and music help children learn, connect and express themselves? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why music can be such a powerful part of family life, from babies hearing voices before they are born to children developing their own musical tastes.MOBO and Mercury Prize nominated musician Kojey Radical talks about music at home, becoming a dad and learning to embrace the songs and sounds his son naturally loves. Professor Lauren Stewart, a professor in the neuroscience of music at

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33:51

Download: School readiness live from the CBeebies...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/08/22

Starting school is a big milestone, so what does school readiness really mean? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B are live from the CBeebies House studio in Salford, in front of an audience of local parents and children, to explore how families can help little ones build confidence, independence and everyday skills without putting pressure on them to be academically ahead.With CBeebies already helping children explore that big step through shows like Dodge’s Pup School, this episode looks at how parents

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31:52

Download: Is boredom good for kids? With Dr Punam...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/08/15

Boredom. It’s a word that strikes fear into the hearts of parents everywhere. Because let's be honest, the moment a child says, 'I'm boooored,' many of us feel an urgent need to become all singing, all dancing entertainers, and activity planners, all rolled into one. But what if boredom isn't the enemy? What if those moments of unstructured play are where imagination, creativity, and a little bit of independence begin? What happens when we accept our own experiences of parental boredom? Well, join

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30:42

Download: Live from Camp Bestival with MumBum and Dr...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/08/08

Recorded in front of a live audience at Camp Bestival, Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why parents so often feel judged for the choices they make and the best ways of dealing with it.In The Library tent, with the sounds of the main stage drifting in from outside, they sat down with viral content creator MumBum and GP and author of How to Be a Dad, Dr Oscar Duke, to talk about the judgements they've faced as parents.Feeling judged is something that can seep into every part of parenting. It's

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37:48

Helpline: Shyness and confidence with Sara Pascoe and...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/08/01

You might not believe it, but both Charlie and comedian Sara have struggled with shyness their entire lives. Shyness affects half of UK adults and can often begin in childhood. How should we approach shyness in our kids? Author and confidence coach Nadia helps to provide some answers.

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35:34

Download: An essential guide to family holidays, with...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/07/25

Going on holiday with babies, toddlers or young children can feel like a very different kind of break. There are snacks to pack, sleep routines to think about, spare clothes, travel toys, nappies, long journeys, new surroundings and the challenge of being away from familiar home comforts. Katie Thistleton and Guvna B put together a guide to family holidays, exploring how parents can travel with little ones with a bit less stress and a lot more confidence.Anna Whitehouse, also known as Mother Pukka,

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39:36

Download: JLS star Aston Merrygold and a parent’s...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/07/18

How can parents help children feel calmer when they need to see a doctor, visit the dentist or go to hospital? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why health appointments can feel worrying for children, from sterile waiting rooms and strange smells, to bright lights and unusual equipment, and look at simple ways to make those moments less stressful for the whole family.JLS star and voice of The Dentist’s Apprentice, Aston Merrygold, shares how his children have each responded differently to

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39:00

Download: The Secret to Raising Brave Children with...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/07/11

How can we help children become brave without putting them in danger or passing on our own worries? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore how parents can support children to climb, jump, explore and take safe risks, while learning when to step in and when to give them space to work things out for themselves.Saturday Night Live UK star and toddler mum Emma Sidi shares how she gives her young son space to crawl, climb and test things out in a safe environment. She also reflects on her own childhood,

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37:38

Download: Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton on how...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/07/04

How can we feel more confident in our parenting choices and quiet our inner critic? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore what it takes to trust ourselves as parents, overcome self-doubt and understand the positive impact confidence can have on our children.Atomic Kitten singer and mum of five Natasha Hamilton opens up about losing confidence in her parenting during the height of her fame and the journey to rebuilding it. She also shares how her children have been her biggest supporters, cheering her

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39:13

Download: Lionesses record goal scorer Ellen White on...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/06/27

Winning can feel brilliant and losing can feel overwhelming, especially when children are still learning how to manage disappointment, excitement and frustration. Katie Thistleton and Guvna B look at how parents can help children cope with wins and losses, from the football World Cup and sports day to board games at home.Women’s Super League winner, Euro 2022 champion and England’s all-time leading women’s goalscorer Ellen White shares what football has taught her about competition, teamwork and

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38:29

Download: Patrescence and the hidden science of...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/06/20

Patrescence is the term used to describe the physical, psychological and emotional changes men can go through as they become fathers. In this episode, Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore the science behind fatherhood and look at what can shift for dads in the early stages of parenting, from identity and confidence to bonding, care and support.Dr Anna Machin, evolutionary anthropologist, pioneer of fatherhood science and author of The Life of Dad: The Making of a Modern Father, explains what

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35:36

Download: Tackling parental loneliness

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/06/13

Katie Thistleton and Guvna B take on loneliness in parenthood. Inspired by a listener’s message, they explore why parenting can sometimes feel isolating, even when your days are full and your child is at the centre of everything.Former Love Island contestant and mental health advocate Malin Andersson shares her experience of loneliness in parenthood while navigating grief, co-parenting and a major shift in identity. She reflects on how reconnecting with herself helped her move forward, and how

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36:52

Download: Why do babies laugh? With a neuroscientist...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/06/06

Why do babies laugh, and what can those early giggles tell us about how they are growing?Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore the surprising power of laughter in the very earliest stages of life, from a baby’s first smile or chuckle to the bigger laughs that come with play, connection and shared joy.Professor Sophie Scott, Director of the Institute for Cognitive Neuroscience, and Head of the Speech Communications Group at University College London explains how laughter begins far earlier than many

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1:30

CBeebies Parenting Download is back

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/06/01

Katie Thistleton & Guvna B return on Saturday 6 June with a brand new series of CBeebies Parenting Download.Each week, they’ll unpack the parenting headlines everyone’s talking about, with warmth, insight and expert-led conversations — helping you make sense of the stories and what they mean for your family.

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33:27

Helpline: Fostering Imagination with Louise Boyce and...

CBeebies Parenting ·

2026/05/21

Comedians Louise Boyce and Hannah East bring the laughs! The pair chat about the chaos, joy, and hilarity of imaginative play with kids, navigating the first year of parenting, and tips for finding fun in everyday moments with what you already have.Plus, a make-believe master calls into the show to try some of his characters and Louise introduces us to her secret weapon - Philippa the hand puppet.

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