Kinderling Conversation

Just what is democratic learning?from Where The Books Are, an organisation that aims to empower children through books, chatted to Shevonne Hunt about just that. Jesse Fulcher See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danish play expert Hanne Boutrup believes that Lego is one of the best materials for play and discovery. Hanne was recently in Australia for NSW World's Biggest Playgroup and took time to chat about the benefits of play for kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue has given some stellar advice for parents over the last three months. From fussy eating, to misbehaving toddlers and independent v.s. dependent sleep association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coles food editor Emma Bruz gives her easy tips for making one meal that the whole family can enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graphic designer Beck Feiner and author nutritionist Amie Harper dissect the week that was, with a cheeky dash of their own parenting LOLsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

is possibly best known for his book , but after 30 years of concentrating on helping boys, he says it's our girls who now need our attention.Steve BiddulphRaising BoysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a motto like 'practical strategies for gaining sanity and serenity' Melbourne is set to welcome its first parental paradise 'The Nests'. Founder Pippa Campbell explains the project and how it will help new parents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With vaccination a hot button topic, Federal Minister for Education, Simon Birmingham, dropped by to chat about his experiences with daycare and vaccinations with his own children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Run out of projects to do with the kids? Crafty Mum extraordinaire Lucie Billingsley takes us through some inspiring ideas on what you can do with your kids that won't cost a bomb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CPR Kids' Sarah Hunstead tells us what ear infections are, how they look and what to do if you think your child has one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hear plenty of stories about how starting a family works against a woman's career, but what about when it works in her favour? from talks about the benefits that working parents bring to a business.Prue GilbertThe Grace PapersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you sing your child to sleep? Dr Anita Collins is a researcher in the area of music education and cognitive development. She takes us through what's happening between parent and child when you sing a lullaby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'd like to think so, right? Just to feel less guilty? Jo Boag is the Creative Director at SLR Productions, she directed the animated series . She talks about working in children's animation, and how to tell if something is really educational.Guess How Much I Love YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blogger Kristen Toovey loves going on holidays with her kids. Kind of. Here she takes us through the "joys" of traveling with kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tamati Tapara has started a surf school on the NSW Central Coast. He's teaching children as young as five how to surf, and says that it's the perfect extra curricular activity for kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this Easter special, Mothercraft nurse Chris Minogue covers controlling chocolate intake, staying in routine even while holidaying, how to manage visiting family with a new baby, and sleep in winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deborah Dickson-Smith from Out and About With Kids gives us her top five tips for making a road trip enjoyable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the days get colder most people reach for their black and grey basics. Amelia loves a splash of colour, hear her tips on how to bring new life to your wardrobe this autumn and winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kinderling DJ Lorna Clarkson compiled four perfect mixes for your next road trip, and TV Host Yumi Stynes dropped by with her own soundtracks for long family drives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are plenty of different approaches to parenting, but PPP (the Positive Parenting Program) has over 30 years of research behind it. Founder Matt Sanders, Professor of Clinical Psychology, takes us through the basics of how it worksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.