Join Changer the Shapeshifting Dog, as he gathers some new friends to go on vacation with him on the Summer Camp Planet. Meet Indie, Tapsy, and Flip Flop - A golden Doodle dog, Siberian cat, and rabbit. What would the perfect planet for a pet vacation look like? You are about to find out. Donate to the show by joining my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user/shop?u=95723868Buy A T-Shirt - Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBedtimeStoryVerseBuy my Cards of Power Book - ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/aOIwSiq

"Noodle the Cat and the Playful Sprinkler," which chronicles Noodle's various humorous attempts to defeat a backyard sprinkler. Initially viewing the sprinkler as an adversary, Noodle employs stealth, barricades, and disguises, only to be repeatedly soaked. Her perspective shifts when she observes the beauty the sprinkler creates, like rainbows and refreshed flowers.Story: Noodle the Cat and the Playful Sprinkler guarded her favorite nap patch like royalty. But there was one enemy she could never

Set Sail! is an interactive audio adventure series that follows the lives of the 3 Sallow children through harrowing adventures, mysterious pirates, and a deadly game of cat and mouse. This is the eleventh episode of season 1.It's time for Frankie and Mikhail to leave the Inn and say goodbye to Ikram and Azza. They make a stop in the market for a tropical fruit they've never heard of. Lord Cull receives a letter. And Hakim finds an old friend.The question this week is: Does Captain Liahl

Good evening, little camper, and welcome back to Camp Stardust. Tonight’s episode is a cozy adventure filled with pillow forts, glowing lanterns, and the gentle company of camp friends. This bedtime meditation invites children to relax, breathe deeply, and drift off while surrounded by the magic of a nighttime slumber party.The story begins with Peanut the camp cat and Ranger the golden retriever leading the way into the rec hall. What was once a quiet wooden room is now transformed into a glowing

May loves teaching her dog new skills. Today it’s ballet! While Babe’s not perfect and needs a lot of breaks, May doesn’t give up. But can Babe finish the lesson with a perfect leap, or will the neighbor’s cat ruin it?

A joyful cat named Mr. Whiskers secretly lives in a library, spending his nights exploring stories and sharing them with the mice. This episode is brought to life by Angel Teo and produced by Tim Oh, both of whom are DJs of SPH RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvin the cat, once homeless after his owner passed, survives the streets of Chicago until a chase with Bo the watchdog forces him onto a bus. He wakes to find himself in New Orleans, where music, parades, and delicious food spark his love for travel.

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Going no contact is a painful and difficult choice that children of toxic family systems face. Cat discusses in this episode the difficulty of answering questions about her family in every day life as well as the struggle of deciding to go no contact. Cat and Jayenna are creating hope, friendship and laughter through the hard parts. Join our community of freewomen one episode at a time. thefreewomanpodcast.com https://www.thefreewomanpodcast.com/

In this episode, originally released on our premium feed, Helen is joined by Jo Reader and Cat Chappell, psychotherapists and the voices behind The Fat Counsellors, for an unflinching and affirming conversation about shame, fatphobia, and the stories we inherit about our bodies.Together, they explore how body image is shaped by intergenerational trauma, how fatphobia shows up in therapy, family systems, and medicine, and the cultural myths that keep us chasing thinness at any cost. Jo and Cat share

Katie Taylor, Certified Child Life Specialist, shares strategies for talking to children about medical procedures in ways that reduce anxiety and build trust. • Children pick up on our non-verbal cues during difficult times and may imagine scenarios worse than reality • Research shows children who receive preparation before medical procedures exhibit less anxiety and recover faster • Using concrete, age-appropriate language helps children understand medical situations (like "sleepy medicine"...

This week on On the Ground Parenting, hosts Sandy , Sam, and Kelly delve into the emotional challenges that arise during new beginnings like the "September New Year." The conversation begins with a discussion on how children's behavior, like a "kick the cat mood," can signal an underlying emotional struggle. The hosts then share different ways to connect, including Sandy’s bedtime chats and Kelly's use of a journal to communicate with her children. Sam also introduces the use of text messaging as a

👗✨🌟Wished for by sweet Lola, age 7, all the way from sunny Perth, Australia! Our dreamer asked for a story about a little girl (also named Lola!) who wants to be in a fashion show. After her mom says no twice, the third time brings the magical answer she's been hoping for!Join us as little Lola's biggest dream sparkles to life in a whirlwind of excitement! Watch as she practices her runway walk for an audience of roses and her curious cat, Mr. Whiskers. But what happens when those

Season 6 of the Dogsthorpe Infant School podcast continues with another visit to Liverpool. This time to meet the children’s author, Lisa J. Allen and her black cat called Charlie.In her past life, Lisa was an award-winning regional business journalist, but more recently she enjoyed a brief stint as a college librarian. Her middle grade fiction and poetry usually features baked goods, comedy and mythical, magical mayhem but she has a new book out which she tells us about in this episode. The story

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Cat psychology today reveals a fascinating world of feline emotions, social intelligence, and the remarkable bonds our cats share with us. Modern research, like insights shared by dvm360, shows that cats are not the aloof, solitary creatures of old stereotypes but are deeply capable of forming secure attachments to their human companions, much like children do with parents. These emotional bonds have mutual benefits: just as cat ownership can ease anxiety and boost resilience in people, our moods

In this episode (Spaceship 298), you travel to a planet where cats who look likek various different foods rule! You meet Crunchy the Waffle Cat who shows you around the place, using a flying waffle. If it weren't for the replicating puppies, everything would go rather smoothly. Thanks to Arabella for the suggestion! About The Spaceship Series - You are a kid with a magical spaceship that can transform into anything. You also have a dog named changer that can change into just about any animal. Donate

Katie Taylor opens our eyes to the transformative role of child life specialists - healthcare professionals who use play, preparation, and child-friendly language to turn potentially traumatic medical experiences into manageable, even empowering ones for children and families. With over 15 years of experience as a certified child life specialist and as CEO of Child Life On Call, Katie shares how these professionals serve as essential bridges between medical teams and families. From describin...

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Why do we say this when a secret is revealed?Sources used:Oxford English Dictionary (OED) – historical citations for “let the cat out of the bag” and idiom notesMerriam-Webster Dictionary – idiom entry and usage historyEtymonline (Online Etymology Dictionary) – discussion of proposed origins and early attestationsThe Phrase Finder – idiom background, “pig in a poke” connectionSmithsonian Magazine (language/etymology features) – context on idioms with uncertain origins