Being Real Parents

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Being Real Parents - Gentle parenting misunderstood:...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/09/28

Anna and Jason Tiatia unpack the confusion around gentle parenting and the research behind it, exploring warmth alongside clear boundaries and expectations. They connect these ideas with the research which, calls this auhroritative or democratic parenting, or the rākau (tree) approach. Through everyday examples with tamariki aged 0–5, they explore what this can sound like when children say no, feelings run high and parents are tired.

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0:25:22

Being Real Parents - Ordinary moments that support...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/09/14

Join Kate and Keryn from Brainwave Trust as they explore how ordinary, day-to-day moments are powerful opportunities to support the development of tamariki aged 0-5 years. In this episode, they discuss why the early years truly matter while reminding us that perfect parenting doesn’t exist. Hear how simple activities like talking, playing, and even hanging out the washing can help young tamariki brains grow and develop.

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0:28:28

Being Real Parents - I Didn’t Know I Needed This...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/08/31

What helps when life changes in ways we never wanted or expected? Dr Lucy Hone joins Anna for a deeply human kōrero about her new book, How Will I Ever Get Through This? Together they explore grief beyond bereavement, the losses we don’t always recognise, and practical, research-backed ways to navigate change and uncertainty. Anna didn’t realise how much she needed this book until she read it for this interview. You may discover that you need it too.

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0:28:10

Being Real Parents - Could You Foster? Diana Hamilton...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/08/17

Have you ever wondered whether fostering could be for you? Diana Hamilton from Key Assets explains how the process works, what fostering can look and feel like, and the support available along the way. We talk honestly about the challenges, the rewards, and the many different people who can make brilliant foster carers. An encouraging first listen for anyone curious about opening their home, supporting tamariki and giving something meaningful back.

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0:27:12

Being Real Parents - 4 August

Being Real Parents ·

2026/08/03

The Real Parents team aim to support parents to find their confidence and have more fun parenting.

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0:25:20

Being Real Parents - Debunking some of the parenting...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/07/20

As parenting evolves, so does the advice. In this episode, Kate and Anna unpack some of the strategies they no longer use, including ignoring emotional meltdowns, teaching emotional literacy in isolation, and expecting children to regulate emotions before they're developmentally ready. They explore what current research tells us, what they've learned from working alongside families, and what they choose to do differently today.

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0:25:23

Being Real Parents - Everything you need to know...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/07/06

In this episode, we're joined by Phil Clarke from the IHC Library to explore the wide range of resources available to support people with disabilities, their whānau, and the professionals who work alongside them. Whether you're supporting a child, a young person, or an adult, this conversation highlights how the IHC Library can help connect you with trusted information. Tune in to discover how the IHC Library is making knowledge more accessible.

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0:25:38

Being Real Parents - Helping children communicate:...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/06/22

Communication is about much more than words. In this episode, Anna talks with Keryn O'Neill from Brainwave Trust Aotearoa about how our children's communication and language skills develop, why connection matters, and what parents can do to support communication at home. Together they explore brain development, relationships, listening, conversation, and practical ways to help children feel heard, understood and confident communicating.

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0:25:31

Being Real Parents - Working through separation and...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/06/08

Kate speaks with Nikki Bould, an FDR mediator and a divorce coach from The Helpful Human. Together we explore how parents can navigate separation while keeping their tamariki needs at the centre of care arrangements. We kōrero around supporting our tamariki with transitions between homes, trying to maintain consistency through communicating the best way we can. This episode offers compassionate and real guidance that supports parents through this challenging time.

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0:24:52

Being Real Parents - Why sleep matter for our rangatahi

Being Real Parents ·

2026/05/25

Kate speaks with Keryn from Brainwave Trust about sleep for our rangatahi. Together, they explore the biological and social changes that shape teenage sleep patterns, why adolescents are naturally wired for later nights, and the challenges whānau can sometimes face in helping young people get the rest they need. This kōrero offers practical, realistic strategies parents can use to support healthy sleep habits - not only for teens, but for younger tamariki too.

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0:24:29

Being Real Parents - The parenting questions parents...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/05/11

In this honest Q and A episode, Anna and Kate kōrero about the parenting questions many parents quietly carry but don’t always ask out loud. We talk screens and device use, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, swearing, big feelings, and when to start talking about emotions with tamariki. A warm, practical, judgement free kōrero full of reassurance, reflection, and real life parenting support.

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0:28:20

Being Real Parents - Tūpuna parenting and what we’ve...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/04/27

"In this episode, Anna and Elizabeth Emere-Harte kōrero about mātauranga and tūpuna parenting. We explore how traditional Māori approaches centre connection, responsiveness, and collective care, and how this aligns with what we now know about attachment and brain development. A grounding, affirming conversation about returning to what we’ve always known and trusting the wisdom within whānau."

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0:27:13

Being Real Parents - When emotions feel big:...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/04/13

A gentle, practical kōrero with the Brainwave Trust on supporting tamariki through big emotions. We explore why all emotions are ok, the power of naming them, and how tools like nature and books can help. We also reflect on modelling our own emotions, leading with empathy, and why teaching moments land best once children are calm. A thoughtful conversation with Keryn for parents navigating the everyday ups and downs.

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0:25:7

Being Real Parents - Parental grief: losing a baby...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/03/30

Juliet talks honestly and beautifully with her friend Bronwyn about the loss of her baby Harriet in 2018. Bronwyn shares the early days of grief, the overwhelm, and how it affected her ability to get through each day. Seven years on, she reflects on where she is now and what she would want others experiencing parental grief to know. A thoughtful, compassionate kōrero for those navigating or supporting loss.

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0:26:34

Being Real Parents - Gentle Parenting: What It Is...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/03/02

Gentle parenting is everywhere right now, but many parents feel confused, exhausted, or worried they’re getting it wrong. In this episode, Anna and Kate unpack where gentle parenting comes from, what the research actually tells us, and why kindness and clear boundaries go hand in hand. A practical, reassuring kōrero about raising children with connection and realism in everyday family life.

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0:27:32

Being Real Parents - Te Tiriti o Waitangi in Everyday...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/02/02

"Anna sits down with Aaron Hāpuku from the University of Canterbury for a thoughtful kōrero about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and why understanding it matters for all of us.Together, they explore how Te Tiriti is not just historical or political, but can guide how we work, parent, lead, and relate to each other every day. This kōrero offers an accessible starting point for anyone wanting to better understand Te Tiriti and feel more confident bringing its values into everyday life."

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0:26:6

Being Real Parents - Awhi ngā Mātua: Community,...

Being Real Parents ·

2026/01/19

Today on the podcast Anna is joined again by Elizabeth Goodwin from Awhi Ngā Mātua. They talk about what Awhi Ngā Mātua is, who it’s for, and how parents can connect with this powerful community. Awhi Ngā Mātua supports parents and carers of intellectually disabled, neurodivergent and medically fragile tamariki, offering connection, understanding and practical support. This kōrero is for any parent wanting to feel less alone and more supported.

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0:23:42

Being Real Parents - The year that taught us plenty

Being Real Parents ·

2026/01/05

Kate and Juliet reflect on their year as working mums, sharing the real moments, the things that wobbled, and what helped them through. It’s a gentle, relatable kōrero about navigating busy lives, setting simple intentions, and remembering we don’t need to have everything sorted to move into a new year with hope and steadiness.

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0:25:58

Being Real Parents - Kōrero on loss and living on

Being Real Parents ·

2025/12/22

Juliet and Anna share an honest kōrero about grief, losing parents, and what truly supports us. They talk about the way grief can feel seasonal, the moments it rises again, and the small practices that help us keep moving. Grounded in lived experience and guided by Dr Lucy Hone’s research, this episode offers comfort, insight, and gentle connection for anyone navigating loss.

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0:25:40

Being Real Parents - What our kids really need this...

Being Real Parents ·

2025/12/08

December can feel big. The pace lifts, the lists grow and it’s easy to feel pressure to buy and do more. In this episode, Kate chats with Keryn from the Brainwave Trust about staying grounded. They remind us that what our kids need in December is the same as any other time of year - connection, rhythm and moments of calm. A gentle kōrero to help you navigate the busyness with more ease.

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