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4 Tips for Great Skin for Moms with Yerika Ali | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 19:47:05 -0800

Skin Problem? Ever wondered about the secrets to achieving radiant skin?

Join me in an enlightening conversation with Yerika Ali, Skin Care Technician at Mountain Edge Skin Boutique, as we unravel "4 Tips to Great Skin."

💫 Embark on a journey to radiant skin with Yerika's expert insights. Have sun damage concerns? Discover practical solutions to rejuvenate your skin.

✨ Curious about when to start using wrinkle cream products? Yerika spills the skincare beans on the perfect timing for a wrinkle-free glow.

🌈 In a nutshell, what is microneedling? Yerika breaks down this revolutionary skincare technique, providing a quick guide to its benefits.

🧖‍♀️ Ready to elevate your skincare game? Tune in to this empowering conversation and let's explore the path to radiant, healthy skin together with Yerika Ali.

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Discipline bienveillante: Cultiver un lien d’attachement solid avec Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre | Mom Talk

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:02:43 -0800

Avez-vous déjà ressenti le défi de discipliner vos enfants tout en préservant ce lien d'attachement si précieux? Vous n'êtes pas seule. Rejoignez-nous dans une conversation captivante sur "Discipline Bienveillante : Cultiver un Lien d’Attachement Solide."

💖 La discipline bienveillante n'est pas seulement une approche éducative, c'est un moyen de renforcer le lien émotionnel entre vous et votre enfant. Comment atteindre cet équilibre délicat? Découvrez des conseils pratiques basés sur la connexion avant la correction.

🎙️ Dans cette entrevue, nous explorons comment établir une connexion émotionnelle avant d'aborder les comportements à corriger, pourquoi la cohérence avec empathie est cruciale, et comment favoriser le renforcement positif pour encourager des comportements positifs chez vos enfants.

Écoutez cette conversation éclairante pour obtenir des astuces et des idées sur la manière de naviguer à travers la discipline tout en maintenant un lien d'attachement solide. Parce que l'éducation bienveillante, c'est aussi cultiver des relations durables.

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Tips for Raising Bilingual Children with Becca Yu Lewis | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 22:43:48 -0800

Have you ever pondered if speaking more than one language could potentially delay language development? How about the different ways to expose kids to more than one language, and what incredible benefits come with bilingualism?

Join us for a captivating conversation with Becca Yu Lewis, a Speech and Language Pathologist, in our latest episode titled "Tips for raising bilingual children with Becca Yu Lewis." 🎙️

Becca shares her expertise, unraveling these questions and providing invaluable tips on nurturing the linguistic growth of bilingual children. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion that explores the joys and challenges of raising kids in a multilingual environment!

👉 Tune in now and discover the secrets to fostering bilingual language development in your little ones. 📚

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Help! How Do I Stay Connected with My Teen When They’re Pushing Me Away with Georgiana Lee | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:58:08 -0800

Ever felt like your teenager is pushing you away, and you're left wondering, "Help! How do I stay connected?" 🤔 Join us for an insightful interview with Georgianna Lee, a seasoned Counsellor and Coach from Coquitlam. We're diving deep into the challenges of parenting teens.

🌈 Have you ever wished for a secret decoder ring to understand what's going on in your teen's mind? 🧐 Georgianna Lee unveils the answers and shares her expertise on bridging the gap between parents and teens.

🚀 Tune in to discover what teens really want their parents to know, get actionable tips to strengthen your parent-teen relationship, and explore the essential skills parents should model. Let's turn the challenges of parenting teens into opportunities for connection!

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E200 - What to Do When Your Child Experiences Big Feelings and Emotions w Dr.Deborah MacNamara | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:19:08 -0800

Can you believe it? We're not just celebrating any episode today; it's our 200th! 🎉 And we're over the moon excited to share this milestone with none other than Dr. Deborah MacNamara and all of YOU, our amazing listeners!

In this special episode, we're delving into the profound topic of navigating big feelings and emotions with our beloved guest, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. Her wisdom, coupled with the joy of reaching our 200th episode, makes this conversation one for the books!

Have you ever wondered about the intricate dance that happens in your child's brain during those intense emotional moments?

Dr. MacNamara is guiding us on how to show up best for our kids during these emotional rollercoasters.

And let's not forget those times when our kids' emotions trigger us. 🙈 We're addressing that too!

A massive shoutout to Dr. Deborah for being part of this celebratory episode and to all of you who have been with us on this incredible journey. Here's to 200 episodes of laughter, learning, and parenting adventures!

Join us in raising a virtual toast to Mom Talk's 200th episode! 🥂💖 Thank you for being a vital part of our community. Let's keep the conversation going on mom-talk.ca, the @MomTalkPodcast YouTube channel, and all your favorite podcast platforms.

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3 Tip on How to Freshen Up Your Household | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:05:36 -0800

Revitalize your home with our '3 Tips to Freshen Up Your Household'! 🌿✨ Dive into practical insights and easy-to-implement ideas that will breathe new life into your home.

From 3 simple tips to efficient cleaning strategies, we've got you covered.

Tune in to discover how small changes can make a big impact on creating a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. Elevate your home with our quick tips—because a refreshed space leads to a rejuvenated mindset! 🏡💫

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3 astuces pour prévenir les comportements inacceptables chez l’enfant avec Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:29:48 -0800

Avez-vous déjà ressenti le défi de prévenir les comportements inacceptables chez vos enfants? Vous n'êtes pas seule. Rejoignez-nous pour explorer "3 Astuces pour Prévenir les Comportements Inacceptables chez l'Enfant."

💡 Comment établir des attentes claires sans créer de stress? Comment renforcer les comportements positifs de manière significative? Et comment créer un environnement positif qui encourage l'expression des émotions de vos enfants?

🤔 Ces questions vous intriguent? Découvrez des astuces pratiques pour une éducation proactive et bienveillante. Dans cette conversation, nous explorons la définition d'attentes claires, le renforcement des comportements positifs et la création d'un environnement familial positif.

🌈 Parce que l'éducation bienveillante ne se limite pas à dire "non". Elle consiste à guider nos enfants avec amour, patience et cohérence. Ensemble, découvrons comment prévenir les comportements inacceptables et favoriser le développement émotionnel de nos petits.

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Following Through with Rules and Boundaries without Breaking the Connection with Your Child with Sonja Braig | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:06:03 -0800

Have you ever wondered about the delicate balance between setting rules and maintaining a strong connection with your child? Join us in a thought-provoking interview with Sonja Braig, a Social Worker and the Clinical Director at Brightstart Counselling.

💡 Why are family rules crucial in the first place? Dive into a conversation exploring their importance and the impact they have on shaping a child's understanding of the world.

🚀 Discover the potential consequences when we find ourselves bending the rules too often. Sonja provides insights into the delicate balance of structure and flexibility in parenting.

👩‍👧‍👦 How can we navigate this terrain and stay connected with our child while preserving a robust bond? Tune in as Sonja shares practical tips on fostering a strong parent-child connection without compromising on necessary boundaries.

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

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Gross Motor skills in Kids 0-5 years with Kate Heays | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:47:14 -0800

Is your child not hitting their gross motor skills milestones, and are you worried?

Dive into an enlightening interview with Kate Hayes, a pediatric physiotherapist, as we explore "Gross Motor Skills in Kids 0-5 Years."

👶 Curious about what exactly gross motor skills are? Kate unravels the mystery, offering a deeper understanding of these essential skills in early childhood development.

🚼 Join us on a journey through the main gross motor milestones for kids aged 0-5. Kate breaks down the key developmental stages, providing valuable insights into what to expect during these formative years.

💪 Wondering how to support your child's gross motor skills development? Kate Hayes shares practical tips and expert advice on fostering a nurturing environment that encourages healthy physical development in your little ones.

🌟 Tune in to this enriching conversation with Kate Hayes, and let's empower ourselves as moms to guide our children through the exciting stages of gross motor skill development.

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”Am I in Perimenopause? How To Recognize Hormone Changes in Our 40s” with Kathleen Mahannah | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:32:28 -0800

Have you ever wondered, "Am I in perimenopause?"

Dive into the world of women's health with Dr. Kathleen Mahannah! 🌺 We've got the inside scoop on "Am I in Perimenopause? How to Recognize Hormone Changes in Our 40s." Dr. Mahannah, a Naturopathic Doctor from North Vancouver, breaks down the mystery surrounding this significant phase of life.

🌼 In our insightful interview, we explore what perimenopause is and how to identify its subtle yet impactful signs. Discover the secrets to recognizing hormone changes in your 40s and gain valuable insights into potential diagnostic tests.

💪 Now, here's the golden question: What can you do to treat perimenopause symptoms and make this transition as smooth as possible? Dr. Mahannah shares empowering advice for women navigating this transformative journey.

🚀 Don't miss out on this empowering conversation with Dr. Kathleen Mahannah, as we unravel the complexities of perimenopause and equip you with the knowledge to navigate this chapter with grace and confidence.

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Trois astuces pour faciliter l’écoute chez l’enfant avec Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:13:34 -0800

Avez-vous déjà ressenti le défi de faciliter l'écoute chez vos enfants? Vous n'êtes pas seule. Rejoignez-nous pour explorer "Trois Astuces pour Faciliter l'Écoute chez les Enfants."

💬 Comment pratiquer l'écoute active pour renforcer la confiance de votre enfant? Comment encourager l'expression des émotions pour favoriser une communication ouverte? Et comment fixer des attentes réalistes tout en restant positif?

🤔 Ces questions résonnent en vous? Découvrez des astuces pratiques pour établir une communication ouverte et positive avec vos enfants. Dans cette conversation, nous explorons l'écoute active, l'expression des émotions, et la création d'attentes réalistes et positives.

🌈 Parce que l'éducation bienveillante ne se limite pas à parler, elle englobe une écoute attentive et une compréhension mutuelle. Ensemble, découvrons comment créer un environnement propice à l'écoute mutuelle, renforçant ainsi le lien entre parents et enfants.

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3 tips on How to Save Time and Money on Your Next Birthday Party | Mom Talk

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:49:58 -0800

🎉 Moms, are you ready for a quick dive into the art of planning kids' birthday parties? Join us for '3 Moms Tips in 3 Minutes' where we share lightning-fast insights on making your child's special day unforgettable!

Discover smart planning hacks, budget-friendly ideas, and stress-free approaches to create magical birthday celebrations. Whether it's themes, decorations, or activities, we've got you covered.

Don't miss this speedy dose of wisdom to elevate your party-planning game! Tune in for quick, practical tips to make your child's birthday bash a breeze. 🎈✨

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What is Co-regulation and Why is it so Important with Jane St Claire | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:02:43 -0800

Ever wondered why keeping your cool during your kid's emotional rollercoaster seems like an uphill battle? Join our empowering interview with Jane St Claire, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, and owner of Wiseheart Counselling, as we unravel the secrets behind "What is Co-regulation and Why is it So Important?"

🌟 In this transformative conversation, discover the difference between self-regulation and co-regulation. Jane breaks down the common struggles parents face when their kids express intense emotions and provides actionable tips to keep your cool in those challenging moments.

🚀 Learn how to support yourself in the often chaotic world of parenting, making co-regulation a cornerstone for building stronger connections with your children.

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Body Positivity for Moms with Cathy Cena & Jenn fontaine | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:20:58 -0800

🌸 Ladies, ever pondered the profound impact of body positivity on your self-perception and overall well-being? Join me in a riveting conversation with Cathy Cena, author of "Fifty and Curvy with a Sprinkle of Fabulous," and Jenn Fountain, a renowned photographer empowering women through projects like "40 over 40" and boudoir sessions.

📚 Cathy, with her sprinkle of fabulousness, shares her vision on body positivity and why it's a game-changer. Meanwhile, Jenn, the lens behind empowering photos, delves into the impact of a poor self-image and strategies to enhance our body positivity.

💪 Dive into this enriching discussion as we explore ways to improve body images and confront the question: Can the body positivity movement sometimes turn toxic? Let's unravel the layers of acceptance, challenge societal norms, and celebrate every curve, age, and uniqueness together.

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

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3 Tips on How to Get your Kids Outside Rain or Shine | Mom Talk

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:10:08 -0800

🌦️ Join us for a quick and insightful 3-minute podcast episode on getting your kids outside, rain or shine.

Discover practical tips and playful ideas to encourage outdoor adventures, no matter the weather. Uncover 3 tips to making every day an exciting exploration for your little ones. Tune in now for a burst of inspiration to embrace the great outdoors with your kids!

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Sandwich Generation Struggles... What to Do When Young Kids and Parents Need Help Financially with Angela Calla | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 19:26:10 -0800

🌟 Moms, ever felt caught in the financial squeeze of raising young kids while supporting aging parents? Dive into a compelling interview with Angela Calla, a Mortgage Expert, Author, and Business Leader, as we tackle the struggles of the "Sandwich Generation" and discover solutions for those financial challenges.

💡 Curious about the unique challenges faced by the Sandwich Generation? Angela Calla sheds light on the intricacies and offers practical insights to navigate these complex financial landscapes.

📈 Facing affordability challenges with expenses soaring? Learn how to assist the Sandwich Generation during these demanding times, unraveling strategies to make financial burdens more manageable.

🤯 Beyond finances, the stress of the Sandwich Generation can lead to burnout, depression, isolation, and guilt. Feeling stuck and stressed? Discover actionable tips from Angela on managing stress, including recharging, sharing the load, and determining non-negotiable needs.

🚀 Tune in to this empowering conversation with Angela Calla, and let's navigate the financial complexities of the Sandwich Generation together.

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

How to Strengthen Your Connection and Motivate Your Teens with Hayley Winter | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:52:57 -0800

Moms, ever found yourself wondering how to ignite that spark of motivation in your teen? Join our insightful interview with Hayley Winter, Clinical Counsellor registered with CPCA, for a deep dive into "How to Motivate My Teen!"

🌟 Seeking tips on motivating your children? Hayley shares practical insights to empower parents in fostering motivation within their teens.

💪 Discover the secrets to building self-esteem, not just for your children but for yourself as well. Hayley unfolds actionable strategies to create a positive environment that boosts confidence.

🧠 Ever dealt with unwanted thoughts demotivating your child? Explore effective ways to help your children navigate and overcome these challenges.

🚀 Elevate your parenting game! Tune in to this enriching conversation with Hayley Winter and equip yourself with tools to inspire and motivate your teens.

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

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Decoding Respiratory Viruses and its Impact on Children with Dr Céline Bergeron | Mom Talk / TCCTV

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 21:47:49 -0800

Ever wondered about the ins and outs of respiratory viruses affecting your little ones?

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Dr. Céline Bergeron, a Lung Specialist at Vancouver General Hospital, in our latest episode titled "Respiratory Virus Update.🎙️

Have you ever pondered on the viruses responsible for the common cold? Wondered how a cold manifests in children? Or maybe you're curious about the normal frequency of colds in kids and why they seem to get several each year.

Join us as we delve into these questions and more! Dr. Bergeron provides valuable insights into the transmission of respiratory viruses, unravels the mysteries of respiratory syncytial virus, and sheds light on why it's a significant concern in children.

In this enlightening episode, we explore the clinical presentations of COVID-19 and discuss whether you can differentiate it from a cold or the flu based on symptoms. Dr. Bergeron also shares her expertise on the treatment of viral respiratory infections and offers practical advice on what to do at home during such episodes.

Don't miss out on the wealth of information Dr. Céline Bergeron brings to the table. Tune in now for a comprehensive guide on preventing respiratory virus infections and ensuring your family's well-being! 🌟

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Daily Movement for Children to Enhance Physical Health & Development with Dr. Donna Kleyman | Mom Talk

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:25:15 -0800

Ever considered the impact of daily movement on your child's development? Did you know that you can actively enhance your child's movement and physical abilities?

Join us as Dr. Donna Kleyman, a seasoned Physiotherapist from New Your City, shares insights on 'Daily Movement for Children to Enhance Physical Health & Development' in a conversation that promises actionable tips and a fresh perspective on fostering your child's well-being effortlessly.

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

3 conseils pour prévenir l’anxiété chez l’enfant avec Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre | Mom Talk

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 23:37:39 -0800

Quelles astuces avez-vous mis en place pour aider vos enfants à gérer le stress et l'anxiété au quotidien?

Dans cet épisode enregistré en direct sur les ondes de radio LP Web avec Mike D, je vous partage 3 conseils pour prévenir l'anxiété chez les enfants.

Écoutez dès maintenant et découvrez plus de contenus éducatifs sur la parentalité sur le Mom Talk Podcast où sur Les Parents Parlent Balados.

Geneviève xo

It’s Not About Food But Who Feeds You with Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Mom Talk

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:01:12 -0700

🔥 Ever wondered how food and relationships shape our parenting journey?

Dive deep with us into Deborah MacNamarah's new book, "Nourished, Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids” (and everyone else we love)

Join the conversation as we tackle pressing questions like:

1️⃣ Why do food and relationships go hand in hand?

2️⃣ How can we foster healthy eating habits while nurturing a strong parent-child bond?

3️⃣ What's wrong with a behavioral approach to eating?

4️⃣ Why is picky eating a natural part of our development?

5️⃣ The impact of disconnecting food battles.

6️⃣ How can we protect children when food becomes a threat?

7️⃣ Restoring our relationship with food and little ones.

8️⃣ What happens when food becomes "love," and we pursue its comfort outside of and detached from relationships?

9️⃣ How can we make sense of emotional eating by understanding the transfer of attachment hunger onto food?

“Discover the profound insights that will change the way you view food forever” ~ Gordon Neufeld.

Thank you, Deborah, for this enlightening discussion! 🌟

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Geneviève, Heather & Becca xo

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3 keys to discipline: Attachment-Safe and Developmentally Friendly with Dr. Deborah Mac Namara | Mom Talk

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:29:00 -0700

Let's Talk Discipline Today!

Are you curious about the three keys to discipline that are attachment-safe and developmentally friendly? In this interview, Dr. Deborah MacNamara emphasizes the importance of receptivity in children, recognizing when they may not be ready for discussions, and finding ways to value their emotions.

Discipline should be seen as an opportunity to build a strong relationship with your child. Discipline alone doesn't necessarily make a child more mature or solve problems.

The ultimate goal is to create a secure relational space where both the child and parent can explore vulnerable feelings for personal growth.

Be sure not to overlook this interview where you can uncover Dr. MacNamara's three principles for discipline that are both attachment-safe and developmentally friendly.

Happy listening!

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Genevieve, Heather & Becca xo

3 Summer Snack Hacks | Mom Talk

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:43:10 -0700

🎙️ Attention Busy Moms! 🌞 Our latest 3-minute podcast episode is live!

Discover 3 genius summer snack hacks that'll save you time and satisfy your little ones.

Tune in and treat yourself to some quick and delightful ideas.

Thank you for tuning in and being a part of our podcast community!

🎧👩‍👦‍👦 #SummerSnackHacks #BusyMoms

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With love,

Geneviève, Becca & Heather

3 Tips on How to Travel with Kids | Mom Talk

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 23:39:17 -0700

🎙️ Exciting News! 🌞 Our latest 3 minute podcast episode is here as part of our summer series.

Tune in to discover 3 tips on how to make traveling with kids more pleasant.

Whether you're planning a family adventure or just a day trip.

Don't miss out – listen now and embark on unforgettable family adventures!

🚗👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #TravelWithKids #FamilyAdventures

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With love,

Geneviève, Becca & Heather

3 Praticle Summer Hacks | Mom Talk

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:16:36 -0700

"Hey there, busy moms! Want to hear about our 3 summer mom hacks?

Well, you're in for a treat! We're thrilled to launch the 2nd episode of our Mom Talk Podcast summer series, where we'll reveal three summer hacks that every mom needs to know.

Because let's face it, we can all use some extra tips to make this season even better! 🙌🎧💕

So, pop in those earbuds and get ready for some happy listening! 🎧

And don't forget to follow us on Facebook & Instagram for more #MomTalkPodcast updates and join the conversation with #SummerHacks #MomLife #HappySummer 😊

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With love,

Geneviève, Becca & Heather"

3 Tips on Money Saving Meal Ideas | Mom Talk

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:43:48 -0700

🎙️ Announcement 🌞:

"Attention busy moms! 📢 Introducing the first episode of our summer series podcast, designed specifically for you.

We understand that the cost of food has been on the rise, and we're here to help you tackle it head-on. In today's three-minute episode, we've curated three fantastic tips to help you save money while still enjoying delicious meals. Join us as we share budget-friendly meal ideas that will help your summer dining.

Wishing you a fantastic summer filled with great food and memorable moments!" 🌼

Happy Listening!

Want more? Visit our podcast library.

Geneviève, Becca & Heather xo

How to Manage Your Child’s Anxiety with Sonja Braig | Mom Talk

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:55:59 -0700

In this fast-paced world, it's becoming increasingly crucial to recognize anxiety early in our children. Childhood anxiety is a prevalent issue that can have far-reaching effects on their overall development and happiness. By gaining knowledge and insights on how to manage and support our children through these challenges, we empower ourselves to create a nurturing environment that fosters their emotional well-being.

We would like to extend a warm invitation to you to listen to our new podcast, where we delve into the topic of managing child anxiety with the insightful Sonja Braig. Sonja is a Clinical Social Worker and the esteemed Director at Brightstart Counselling in Port Moody, bringing a wealth of expertise and experience to the conversation.

Sonja Braig will share her expertise, shedding light on effective strategies, practical tips, and compassionate approaches to help your child navigate anxiety. Her guidance will equip you with invaluable tools to recognize early signs, offer support, and promote resilience in your little ones.

We understand that as busy moms, your time is precious, and that's why we've brought this podcast directly to you. Whether you're folding laundry, driving to school, or stealing a moment for yourself, our podcast is a convenient resource that fits seamlessly into your day. Tune in during your commutes or while enjoying a quiet cup of tea, and allow us to support you on this beautiful yet challenging journey of motherhood.

Furthermore, we'd love to hear from you! Your opinions and ideas matter greatly to us. If you have any specific topics related to child anxiety or parenting that you'd like us to explore in our next podcast, please don't hesitate to share them with us. We're here to create a community where we can learn, grow, and uplift each other.

Join us on this enlightening podcast journey, where we aim to provide you with empowering knowledge, compassionate support, and a sense of camaraderie. Together, we can navigate the waters of child anxiety, fostering resilience and emotional well-being for our precious children.

Visit Tri-Cities Community TV on YouTube to see this episode with Sonja Braig:

👉 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lrZKbj89l0Q

Want more? Visit our podcast library.

With love and warm regards,

Geneviève, Becca, and Heather❤️

How to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth - 3 Tips in 3 Minutes | Mom Talk

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 23:47:14 -0700

Hey there busy moms!

In our latest 3 Tips in 3 Minutes Podcast, we're excited to share some helpful advice on how to brush your kids' teeth and encourage them to brush on their own like a pro!

We understand that this can be a challenge for some kids, so we hope our tips can make it easier for you and your little ones.

And don't forget to check out our website for even more awesome content!

Sending love from Genevieve, Heather, and Becca.❤️

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Reducing Picky Eating in Kids with ADHD | Mom Talk

Wed, 17 May 2023 07:37:44 -0700

Did you know that the brain's dopamine activity can play a role in ADHD and picky eating? Children with ADHD often have lower levels of this neurotransmitter, which can lead to a preference for foods that are high in fat or sugar because they cause a "dopamine surge."

But don't worry - on this week's episode of the Mom Talk podcast, we're chatting with nutritionist Shawna Hughes. She'll be sharing all sorts of helpful advice on how to expand your child's food choices without the battles, all while building a positive relationship with food. So sit back, relax, and get ready to learn - we're excited to have you tune in!

Geneviève, Heather & Becca

❤️

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Mise à jour sur les virus respiratoires avec Dre Céline Bergeron | Mom Talk

Wed, 10 May 2023 07:25:44 -0700

Aujourd'hui, nous vous proposons une mise à jour amicale et accessible sur les virus respiratoires avec Dre Celine Bergeron, pneumologue.

Savez-vous pourquoi les enfants ont plusieurs rhumes par an ?

Connaissez-vous les différents virus respiratoires, comment ils se transmettent et se manifestent ?

Ne manquez pas ce nouvel épisode où nous vous offrons de précieuses mises à jour sur les virus respiratoires, y compris des informations sur la façon de les traiter pour nous-mêmes et nos tout-petits.

Bonne écoute!

Visitez Tri-Cities Community Télévision pour visionnez cette entrevue:

Pour plus de contenu éducatif pour les parents en français visitez:

https://lesparentsparlent.ca/podcasts/

Bonne écoute!

Geneviève xo

How to Get your Kids to Sleep - 3 Tips in 3 Minutes | Mom Talk

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 22:19:57 -0700

Do your children struggle with falling asleep? If so, we've got you covered on the latest episode of the Mom Talk podcast. In just three minutes, we'll be sharing our top three tips for helping your kids get a good night's sleep. So tune in and get ready to learn - we can't wait to have you join us!

Geneviève, Heather & Becca ❤

Want more? Visit our podcast library.

👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vNjG8j8HZA

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I can’t pay my mortgage! What do I do? Guest: Angela Calla | Mom Talk

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:04:28 -0700

Help!! I can’t pay my mortgage! What do I do?

Are you struggling to pay your mortgage? Despite feeling capable when you first bought your house, sometimes unexpected financial situations arise.

Interest rate hikes, for example, can impact your ability to make regular mortgage payments, potentially harming your credit score and putting your home at risk of repossession.

But don't panic! There are options available to help you get back on track.

In today's episode, we welcome Angela Calla - a mortgage expert, author, and business leader - who will be sharing her valuable insights on what to do if you can't pay your mortgage, and what to ask your bank when renewing your mortgage.

Don’t miss out on our 1st episode in person with Tri-Cities Community Television, and be sure to share this important information with anyone who may need it.

Happy Listening & Learning!

Genevieve, Heather, Becca & Tri-Cities Community Television❤️

Visit Tri-Cities Community TV on YouTube to see this episode with Angela Calla.

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How to Recognized Anxiety in Children with Deborah MacNamarah | Mom Talk

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 22:29:54 -0700

How can you identify anxiety in your child?

As parents, we may observe certain behaviors in our children that raise concerns about their anxiety levels.

Join us in this episode with Deborah MacNamara as we explore common signs of anxiety in children and learn ways to support them.

Tune in and discover valuable insights that can help you and your child thrive.

Happy Listening & Learning!

Love,

Geneviève, Heather & Becca

❤️

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3 Tips on Managing Motherhood with Geneviève, Becca & Heather | Mom Talk

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:04:41 -0700

Are you feeling overwhelmed lately as a mom?

We totally get it, which is why on the first episode of The Mom Talk Podcast, we've got 3 tips to help you manage motherhood, especially if you're a busy mom. Plus, we'll be sharing some updates on what we've been up to with our own little ones.

Make sure to stick around for a fantastic lineup of parenting experts and our "3 Tips in 3 Minutes" podcast series, specially curated for busy moms like you.

Happy listening & Learning 🎧

Love,

Genevieve, Becca & Heather ❤️

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E169 - Fussy Eaters - How to win the broccoli war with Geneviève & Becca | Parent Talk

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:36:33 -0800

Ongoing mealtime power struggles can contribute to picky eating and food refusal. Pressuring kids to eat is often unintentional, but it can lead to reducing a child’s likelihood to eat.

Using perseverance, consistency, play, and trust, Genevieve and Becca are sharing their own tips to help your family to have successful mealtimes.

Happy listening and learning new tips!

Genevieve & Becca xo

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E168 - Why transitioning from one activity to another can be such a struggle with Mathieu Lyons | Parent Talk

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 01:38:35 -0800

Why transitioning from one activity to another can be such a struggle?

Understanding difficulty in transitions - Why is it so painful?

Dealing with change is often difficult for children, from leaving the playground for the day or switching from art to math in school. Being asked to change activities or locations is often a trigger for behavior like whining, complaining, or throwing tantrums. Kids may not be able to handle the big emotions that can come with transitions. They might learn that by stalling, they get to avoid the change for a bit longer.

In this episode, Mathieu Lyons from the Neufeld institute explains to us what’s happening in our child's brain and what we need to do to connect one activity to the next.

Happy learning new tips :)

Genevieve & Becca

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E167 - Common physical conditions in kids with Darrien Cantelo | Parent Talk

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 21:57:17 -0800

Do you know about those common physical conditions in kids: plagiocephaly, torticollis, janky crawl, atypical walk, in-toeing, toe walking…

If they persist, these common physical conditions in kids may need intervention from a paediatric Physiotherapist.

In this episode, we are talking with Darrien Cantelo, Paediatric Physiotherapist. Darien is helping us understand these conditions and when it’s a good time to seek a professional.

Happy Listening!

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E166 - How to manage stubborn behaviour in children with Sonja Latifpour | Parent Talk

Tue, 31 May 2022 22:39:45 -0700

No one likes being told what to do… but kids who are stubborn can find it downright unbearable, as they hold values like responsibility, autonomy, and freedom at the highest level of their scale of values.

“Strong-willed” children are not just “difficult”: it is important to understand that from their point of view, they feel that their integrity is compromised if they are forced to submit to the will of another person. On the contrary, if they are allowed to choose, they will love to cooperate with you!

This week at Parent Talk podcast we are talking with Sonja Latifpour from Bright Star Counselling about how to manage stubborn in children with Sonja Latipour.

By listening to this episode you will learn many good tips on how to deal with your child’s stubborn behaviour and how to talk to your stubborn child to get their buy-in.

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Becca

Want more? Visit our podcast library: https://www.parenttalk.ca/podcast_list/

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E165 - How to help children set goals to build independence with Ginny Chui | Parent Talk

Mon, 16 May 2022 22:19:34 -0700

We all know that setting and achieving goals is a life skill necessary for success and happiness, but it’s one that even adults REALLY struggle with. Studies show that only about 8% of people achieve their New Year’s resolutions!

How can we teach children to set realistic goals — and actually achieve them?

Research shows that children learn best when they’re playing and enjoying themselves at the same time. Fun experiences increase levels of endorphins, dopamine, and oxygen, all of which promote learning.

One problem when kids make goals is that while some children know how to set a goal, they don't understand how to achieve it. They seem to think that just wanting something will somehow make it happen. This can be especially true for gifted children, for whom everything comes easily. This leads to them being discouraged, give up, and deterring future successes.

By helping your child achieve their goals you will also help them believe in themselves, build

self confidence and build independence.

Don’t miss this week podcast with Ginny Chui. She will be giving you great tips on how to guide your child set his own goals and achieve them.

Happy listening!

Genevieve, Becca & Ginny

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E164 - The Benefits of Art Therapy with Michelle Oucharek-Deo | Parent Talk

Tue, 03 May 2022 08:29:56 -0700

Did you know that the playfulness of art therapy is among one of its greatest benefits?

Through activities such as dance, music, theater, visual arts, body language, literature, or applied Arts (design, jewelry, textile), children can develop social and expressive skills, and improve their self-confidence and self-esteem.

Other benefits of art therapy in both children and adults are learning to navigate conflicts and solve problems to reduce stress or to achieve growing introspection.

If you are curious or if you want to know more about Art Therapy and its benefits, this week's podcast is a must-listen.

E164 - The Benefits of Art Therapy With Michelle Oucharek-Deo

Michelle will be answering all your questions and don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like to know more!

Happy listening 🎧

Genevieve, Becca & Michelle

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E163 - Meditation journey for children with Hayley Winter | Parent Talk

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:59:08 -0700

Did you know that meditation for children could lead to benefits such as:

An improvement in their executive functioning skills
A sense of physical, emotional and social well-being

A decrease in unwanted behaviour in children

Improved academic performance of students

These benefits are due to, among other things, the fact that meditation contributes to the development of the prefrontal cortex of the child. In this week’s episode, we are talking with Hayley Winter about meditation for children. Dont miss this episode if you want to learn how to meditate with your children or if you are starting to be curious about meditation for you or for your family. Happy Listening! Geneviève & Becca Want more? Visit our podcast library: https://www.parenttalk.ca/podcast_list/

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E162 - When can parents allow their children to make their own decisions with Linda Clement | Parent Talk

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 23:37:29 -0700

At what age have you started making your own decisions?

I know we live in a different world then when we were young, so…

Among the many difficult issues for parents is the determination of how much freedom to give their children to make their own decisions.

The types of decisions that children can reasonably assume varies with their age, their capacity to manage their behaviours, and their trustworthiness, among other factors.

Don’t miss this week episode with Linda Clement, Linda is giving us some age-appropriate guidelines to help you know when your kids can make their own decisions.

Inspiring them to be themselves and live their own path throughout making their own decisions!

E162 - When can parents allow their children to make their own decisions

Expert: Linda Clement, Parenting Coach

If you want Linda Parent's Menu or if you have any unanswered questions, don't hesitate to contact us! Happy Listening! Genevieve & Becca xo

Want more? Visit our podcast library: https://www.parenttalk.ca/podcast_list/

Important links:

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E161 - How to talk about the war with your child with Laura Linn Knight - Parent Talk

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:55:39 -0700

As the war in Ukraine unfolds in front of our eyes, we can't forget that our kids are watching too...

They're hearing things at school, listening to the news on TV at home, and seeing images on their social media feeds.

How can parents talk to kids about what's happening in an age-appropriate way?

To help us navigate this new situation with our child we have asked Laura Linn these questions:

Would you talk about war with your pre-schooler? Or would they be too young? Should they be shielded from this?
What do you say at different age levels? How do you start the conversation?
Should you ask what they know? How do they feel about it?
What if they are scared war will come to America? How can you address their fears? How can you make them feel safe and secure?
If they ask questions you don't know the answers to, how do you respond?
How can you help your children make sense of war if you can't wrap your own mind around it?

By listening to this episode you will feel more confident and have better skills on how to approach this new reality with your child. Also, you will learn how to answer your child's questions in an age-appropriate way. If you have any unanswered questions, don't hesitate to contact us! Genevieve & Becca xo

Tittle: E161 - How to talk about the war to your child

Guest: Parenting Educator Laura Linn Knight is the author of the upcoming book "Break Free from Reactive Parenting” and she’s a former Elementary School Teacher, Certified Positive Discipline Educator, and a Meditation Teacher who specializes in helping parents, teachers, and kids create more calm in the home and in the classroom.

Laura was just interviewed on this topic for NBC’s TODAY.com, and she's also appeared on Good Day L.A., Great Day Washington, PureWow, and now on the Parent Talk podcast.

Want more? Visit our podcast library: https://www.parenttalk.ca/podcast_list/

Important links:

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E160 - Why leaving the house in the morning can be a nightmare with Sean Grover | Parent Talk

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:25:38 -0700

Are you always late for work because you and your family can’t get out the door on time? Is getting your child out the door in the morning is a daily battle of nagging and hovering? Are you starting to think that’s impossible to get anywhere on time… Well... Yes… It’s possible… Sean Grover from NYC talks about what makes the mornings so difficult and what can we do to create a better and smoother morning routine. Happy Listening! Genevieve & Becca xo Title: E160 - Why Leaving in the morning can be a nightmare Guest: Sean Groover is a Psychotherapist, speaker, author and a dad of 2. Want more? Visit our podcast library: https://www.parenttalk.ca/podcast_list/

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E159 - The early signs of autism with Carolyn Turkington | Parent Talk

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:47:44 -0800

Do you know what are some early signs of autism?

*Doesn't respond with a smile or happy expression by 6 months.

*Doesn't mimic sounds or facial expressions by 9 months.

*Doesn't babble or coo by 12 months. *Doesn't gesture — such as point or wave — by 14 months.

Does this sound like your child or a child you know?

In today’s episode, Carolyne Turkinton is sharing with us her son’s diagnosis story, the key things she did to get help fast, and how she views autism in her family.

We hope this podcast brings a lot of value to your family.

Have a listen and share it with a friend.

Episode: 159 - The early signs of autism

Guest: Carolyn Turkington, Middle School Educator that has specialized in teaching Special Education, Founder of the Moms Babes & Author

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E158 - How to create better listening skills with your child with Geneviève Brabant | Parent Talk

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:05:59 -0800

Have you ever wondered why do children have a hard time listening or following instructions?

Did you know as human beings we are not designed to follow instructions from those that we are not attached to?

The idea of not following instructions when we are not feeling attachment is also called counter-will.

In this episode, Social Worker and Member of the Neufeld Institute, Geneviève Brabant helps you understand what’s happening in your child's brain when they are not listening to you. She helps you figure out why this is happening and what to do to reconnect with your child to create better-listening skills.

You’ve got this mama!

Happy Listening and learning new tips!

Geneviève & Becca

Episode: 158 - How to create better-listening skills with your child.

Guest: Geneviève Brabant, Social Worker, On Faculty at The Neufeld Institute.

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E157 - Coordination challenges in kids with Karly Dagys | Parent Talk

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 23:40:54 -0800

Does your child have trouble with small movements such as writing with a pencil or brushing their teeth, tying their shoes, or simply eating or feeding them self?

Or your child may have difficulties with larger movements, such as biking, climbing, or kicking a ball.

Did you know that sometimes it’s the planning or initiation of those movements, that is difficult?

In this episode Physiotherapist, Karly Dagys, helps you figure out why this is happening and learn about 3 ways to know if your child has coordination issues, don’t miss it!!

Happy Listening and Learning!

Geneviève & Becca

Episode: 157 - Coordination challenges in kids

Guest: Karly Dagys, Pediatric Physiotherapist from PlayWorks Physio

Important links:

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http://playworksphysio.com/

E156 - How to make the holiday meaningful for your children with Genevieve & Becca

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:18:02 -0800

E156- How to make the holiday meaningful for your children with Geneviève & Becca

Do you need ideas on how to create an unforgettable holiday season that your children will remember for ever?

Learn about new tradition ideas and the meaning of the winter solstice.

Have you heard about the "pickle ornament" tradition?

Listen and find out about new ways to make your holiday season magical!

Happy Holiday!

Geneviève & Becca

E155 - The benefits of debate and speech as an after school activity with Cathy Cena | Parent Talk

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 22:31:18 -0800

E155- The benefits of debate and speech as an after-school activity with the admission director of FDT academy Cathy Cena.

Do you want your child to be more confident?

Or do you want to help them develop their critical thinking and leadership skills?

Today we are talking about the incredible benefits of Debate and Speech with the admission director of FDT Academy Cathy Cena.

In this episode, you will learn about another option to develop those skills and about the opportunity of a free trial for your child.

Because every child has a voice…

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Genevieve & Becca

E154 - How play impacts language development with Becca Yu - Lewis | Parent Talk

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 21:20:50 -0700

E154 - How play impacts language development with Becca Yu-Lewis

Do electronic toys help language development?

Why getting creative with play and toy will help your child with their speech and language development?

What are the 5 top toys to help your child develop their speech and language development?

ParentTalk Podcast season 5 is starting today! 🙌

Geneviève will be talking with her new co-host Becca Yu-Lewis about how play impacts language development!

By listening to this episode, you will learn how great play is to support your child language development and much more...

Don’t miss our 1st episode!

Geneviève & Becca

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E153 - The Waldorf Education Philosophy with Jennifer Deathe | Parent Talk

Wed, 26 May 2021 01:45:07 -0700

Are you familiar with the different options that are available for your child’s education?
Do you wonder what the best education philosophy is for your child's personality and learning style?

We all want the very best for our children, giving them a solid foundation to grow from, and that will look different for different families. Part of making that decision is to research and learn about the many options available to your family. Everything from different teaching philosophies, education in different languages, to private or public schools.

In today’s new episode, we are welcoming the Enrolment Director of the Waldorf Academy in Toronto, Jennifer Deathe. Jennifer will be sharing information pertaining to the Waldorf Education Philosophy. How it started, how it differs from other education philosophies, and ways we can incorporate this philosophy in our own homes. Jennifer also has first hand knowledge of the value of the Waldorf experience as a parent of two children who both attended the Waldorf Academy.

Feel inspired and excited at the possibilities that are available for your child’s education as we learn about the Waldorf Education Philosophy together!

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode: E153 The Waldorf Education Philosophy

Guest(s): Jennifer Deathe, Enrolment Director of the Waldorf Academy in Toronto, and Mom of two.

E152 - Physiological Sleep with Candice Tizzard | Parent Talk

Tue, 11 May 2021 00:54:13 -0700

Do you know why your newborn wakes up at night?

What does a safe sleep environment look like for baby?

How do you sleep safely with baby in your bed?

In today’s new episode, we are exploring these questions and so many more!

Sleep (or lack there of, lol!) is definitely a topic talked about by many parents but not alway understood. How should sleep actually look for infants, babies, and toddlers? Luckily we have Sleep Educator, Candice Tizzard with us to help us all sleep a little easier.

Whether you’re expecting or you’re already wading through that new parent fog, we’re confident that you will feel more confident about all things sleep.

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode: E152 - Physiological Sleep

Guest(s): Candice Tizzard, Birth Doula, Photographer, and Baby Sleep Expert. Owner of Stages Doula and Photography.

E151 - Surrogacy with Vanessa Wideski | Parent Talk

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 06:29:09 -0700

Are you curious about the evolution of surrogacy in Canada?

Have you ever considered using a surrogate or even being one yourself?

Did you know that the increase in surrogacy in Canada has been dramatic with an estimate of 400% over the last decade!

The main reasons for this increase is 1- Infertility, with couples waiting till later in life to try and conceive as well as 2- Gay couples who are choosing to become parents.

In today’s new episode, Vanessa Wideski shares her own personal experience of being a surrogate mother and explains the whole process.

Enjoy listening to this beautiful story of such a pure expression of love. Maybe it will introduce you to an alternative solution in your own fertility journey or possibly even inspire you to become a surrogate yourself!

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Episode: E151 Surrogacy

Guest(s): Vanessa Wideski, two time Surrogate Mother, and Mom of two.

E150 - Music therapy with Brian Deo | Parent Talk

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:38:45 -0700

Music Therapy,

What is it and how can it help?

In today’s new Episode, we welcome Certified Music Therapist Brian Deo. Brian has extensive experience working with geriatrics and children with disabilities. He currently has his own practice, Van-Art Expression, working primarily with children and adults diagnosed with Autism, however everyone can benefit from Music Therapy.

Brian explains how Music Therapy uses music as a therapeutic tool for health and healing. The incredible power of sound has the ability to reach into the body and literally heal, cast away pain, and save lives.

A fellow colleague of his from Calgary has a beautiful motto, ´Music Speaks when Words can not.´

We know you’ll enjoy learning all about this powerful alternative therapy that just might be right for you or your family!

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Episode: E150 - Music Therapy

Guest(s): Brian Deo, Certified Music Therapist with Van-Arts Expression.

E149 - Picky Eating vs. Problem Feeding with Becca Yu | Parent Talk

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 01:35:57 -0700

Are you getting ready to start solids with your little one?

Do you know the early milestones for eating?

Maybe you’ve already started and have questions?

What about pouches and sippy cups, can they impact your little one’s development?

On today’s new episode, Speech and Language Pathologist Becca Yu is here to answer all these questions and more!

Feel confident with this new stage knowing what to look for and who to see if you need help!

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode - E149 Picky Eating vs. Problem Feeding

Guest(s): Becca Yu, Speech & Language Pathologist, Founder and owner of Citadel Speech and Language Services, and a Mom of two.

E148 - Nurturing our Children from the Inside Out with Ashley Avinashi | Parent Talk

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:51:29 -0700

How can we nurture our children and rebuild the connection?

What is our core responsibility as parents?

What is authentic parenting?

In today’s new episode, we are welcoming back Ashley Avinashi. Ashley is a Parenting Coach, International Best-selling Author, Founder of Raising Humanity, and a Mom of two boys.

She explains that in order to be the best parents we can be, we may need to unlearn our past conditioning and clear the path for our own children. We need to be as present as possible but understand that things will not always go the way we want and that this journey we’re on called Parenthood, is messy and that’s ok!

Listening to Ashley is always inspiring, we know you’ll love this episode!

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode - E148 Nurturing our Children From the Inside Out

Guest(s) - Ashley Avinashi, Parenting Coach, International Best-selling Author, Founder of Raising Humanity, and a Mom of two boys

E147 - Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy 101 with Lacey Forsyth | Parent Talk

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:46:13 -0800

Do you experience pain during intercourse? Do you have pregnancy related pain?
Did you have a c-section? Do you need to cross your legs before you sneeze?

These are just a few reasons why we might see a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist.

In today’s new episode, Registered Physical Therapist, Lacey Forsyth with Bump Physio & Co. joins us to go through the basics of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy and how it may be exactly what we need!

Happy listening!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode - E147 Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy 101!
Guest(s) - Lacey Forsyth, Registered Physical Therapist, owner of Bump Physio & Co. and Mom of two.

E146 - The Juggling Mother hangs on during COVID with Dr. Amanda Watson

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 04:07:27 -0800

Overwhelmed, burnt out, and just plain exhausted. Sound familiar?

Are you trying to juggle it all but no matter how hard you try you still feel like you’re dropping the ball somewhere.

These days, especially now during COVID, so much of the load falls on the mother. We feel guilty and want to be able to master it all but right now it’s just about surviving.

Dr. Amanda Watson’s book, The Juggling Mother - Coming Undone in the Age of Anxiety, explores all of this and more.

The true lesson in this Podcast is to be compassionate with ourselves, we must give ourselves grace. Take a listen and fill your cup today!

Enjoy!

Genevieve & Heather

E146 - The Juggling Mother hangs on during COVID.

Guest(s): Dr. Amanda Watson, Author, Lecturer in Sociology and Anthropology at Simon Fraser University and a Mom of two.

Click here to find Amanda on our Panel of Experts!

https://www.parenttalk.ca/dr-amanda-watson/

E145 -Tantrums, the Opportunity to Connect with your Child with Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Parent Talk

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 02:10:30 -0800

Are you triggered by your child’s tantrums?

Do you give in just to make them stop?

Did you know that this is actually an opportunity to connect with your child?

Dr. Deborah MacNamara with the Neufeld Institute joins us today to explain how.

Take a listen and find out what’s actually going on inside those little brains. Once you know how to support your child through these big emotions, you will feel much more calm and confident the next time your child has a tantrum.

Enjoy!

Genevieve & Heather

E-145: Tantrums, the Opportunity to Connect with your Child.

Guest(s): Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Clinical counselor, Faculty at the Neufeld Institute, Speaker, and Author.

E144 - What you need to know about Virtual Health Care with Dr. Alissia Valentinis | Parent Talk

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 03:13:26 -0800

Have you used Virtual Health Care for your family? If not, you might be wondering how it works and what is available. Due to COVID-19, most Doctors are not seeing their patients in person as often and are taking most appointments over the telephone or by video chat. Here in Canada, we are also very fortunate to have a Health Care App, ‘Babylon’ by Telus Health! This is a great option for the whole family if you don’t currently have a family doctor or you need to see someone sooner then your own Doctor can see you.

Today Dr. Alissia Valentinis, Family Physician and the Ontario Medical Director for Babylon by Telus Health is here to let us know all about it! How to schedule an appointment, how and what to prepare for our virtual visit, and of course what to expect.

After listening today, you will feel confident and ready for your next virtual appointment!

Happy listening!

Genevieve & Heather

E143 - Sex, Intimacy & Pleasure. A Return to Your Body with Corinne Underwood | Parent Talk

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 00:35:05 -0800

Do you feel as confident and satisfied with your intimate relationships as you’d like? Are you wondering what sex looks like after childbirth? How about desire or lack there of?

We’ll be diving into all of this and more on today’s new episode with Certified Sex & Relationship Coach and Sex Educator Corinne Underwood, Founder of Choices for Sexual Health.

It’s time to feel sexy and confident again. Take back control and allow yourself to enjoy whatever pleasures YOU!

Enjoy!

Genevieve & Heather

Episode: 143 - Sex, Intimacy & Pleasure. A Return to Your Body.

Guest(s): Corinne Underwood, Certified Sex & Relationship Coach, Sex Educator, and Founder of Choices for Sexual Health.

E142 - Merry Money Management with Angela Calla | Parent Talk

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 01:33:17 -0800

E142 - Merry Money Management

Guest(s): Angela Calla, Mortgage Expert, Author, and Radio Host

Do you feel overwhelmed by holiday expenses and debt?

This year has been so different for many of us. Some have lost jobs, some are trying to juggle kids and work from home, others have lost loved ones, and all of us will miss seeing the family and friends that this season normally brings together.

COVID Christmas is going to be about getting creative and connecting in new ways.

On today’s new episode we are going to brighten your holiday spirit as we welcome Mortgage & Finance Expert, Angela Calla with some great tips for managing money, dept, and holiday spending.

You will gain some great knowledge and tools that will help you feel empowered and ready to spread some holiday cheer!

Happy listening!

Genevieve &Heather

Click here to find Angela on our Panel of Experts!

https://parenttalk.ca/angela-calla/

E141 - Play with a Purpose with Traci Costa | Parent Talk

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 02:32:39 -0800

Episode 141: Play with a Purpose

Guest(s): Traci Costa, CEO and Founder of PK Beans

How does your child process their feelings, especially during these difficult times?

Unstructured play for both physical and emotional development is so very important.

Calming and nurturing, helping to heal and communicate what sometimes can be too difficult to put into words. We must keep things simple, carve out those moments, and give children space and time to be bored.

On today’s episode of ParentTalk, Traci shares why she believes play is so important, and how we can make space for play with a purpose.

Let go of the negative connotation that play can have, and that it’s just a waste of time. Embrace the the simplicity and joy that unstructured play can bring while watching your children create and explore.

Everyone will feel happier and naturally less stressed.

Happy listening!

Genevieve & Heather

E140 - Helping Complex Kids and their Families Thrive with Dr. Nareeta Stephenson | ParentTalk

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 02:21:39 -0800

Episode: E140 - Helping Complex Kids and their Families Thrive

Guest(s): Dr. Nareeta Stephenson, Chiropractor

Do you have a complex kid? Maybe they’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, ADD, are somewhere on the spectrum or perhaps they’re just extra sensitive.

This can bring different challenges when it comes to parenting, discipline, school and socialization.

You as a parent might feel isolated and alone, lost with where to turn, and guilty that you aren’t doing enough.

In today’s new episode, Chiropractic Doctor, Nareeta Stephenson, will be sharing how having her own complex kid left her feeling, the challenges she faced and how this led to her working with these children.

Hopefully listening to this podcast will bring you more understanding, knowledge, and some new ideas. Above all else, knowing that you’re not alone!

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E139 - Homeschooling 101 with Tamara Strijack | Parent Talk

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:13:51 -0700

Episode: E139 - Homeschooling 101

Guest(s): Tamara Strijack

Are you feeling overwhelmed with homeschooling? Not sure how to juggle multiple kids at different stages?

With the current global pandemic, many parents have made the difficult decision not to send their children back to public school. This has brought on a lot of anxiety and pressure.

On today’s episode, Tamara Strijack of the Neufeld Institute, is here to guide us through this new challenge.

She will leave you feeling calm, confident and inspired, ready to jump in with both feet and actually have some fun!

Tamara has a wonderful article and some additional resources available for our audience! To get your Free access, please visit the contact us section on our website, parenttalk.ca

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Click here to find Tamara on our Panel of Experts!

https://parenttalk.ca/tamara-strijack/

E138 - Real Mom Moments | Canada Day | Parent Talk

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 17:46:36 -0700

Happy Canada Day!

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments that they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this Episode, Geneviève and Heather record LIVE for Canada Day! Sharing a fun craft and of course their parenting stories.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E137 - Real Mom Moments | Parenting during a Pandemic | Parent Talk

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 02:14:54 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments that they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

Geneviève and Heather are wrapping up the 3rd Season of ParentTalk and sharing how they and their families are handling being quarantined with little ones.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E136 - How to Have a Successful Divorce or Separation with Juli Hall & Martha Sasser | Parent Talk

Mon, 25 May 2020 01:47:47 -0700

Episode: E136 - How to Have a Successful Divorce or Separation with

Guest(s): Juli Hall & Martha Sasser

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Juli Hall & Martha Sasser with Co-Parenting Into The Future to talk about how to have a successful divorce or separation.

We cover:

How to create a partnership that will also empower their children going forward.

The problems that ‘blaming the other parent’ cause for the children.

How ‘getting responsible’ for what happened in the marriage can contribute to a powerful future.

The importance of having agreements that work for the couple AND the kids.

The importance of having a goal or a context that is bigger than just ‘getting along’ with your former spouse.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Co-parenting Into the Future Course, 10% OFF extended till the end of June!

For more information visit coparentingintothefuture.com

or call (832) 643-5908

E135 - Supporting your Child Through Grief with Sonja Latifpour | Parent Talk

Mon, 18 May 2020 01:24:10 -0700

Episode: E135 - Supporting your Child Through Grief

Guest(s): Sonja Latifpour, Registered Social Worker, Child Psychotherapist, and Clinical Director at Bright Star Counselling.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Registered Social Worker and Child Psychotherapist Sonja Latifpour with Bright Star Counselling, to talk about supporting our children through grief.

We cover:

At some point or another, our children will experience losing a loved one. This may be a parent, a grandparent, a friend or even a pet. Sonja shares some things a parent should know when explaining death to a child.

How to know if your child is grieving. Signs to look for that your child is processing their feelings about the loss.

What you can do as a parent to help your child understand and cope with a death.

How to help your child when you are also grieving at the same time.

When to seek professional help.

Hoping this will be helpful to parents for when those difficult times come up.

Here is another resource that could also be helpful, http://www.crccs.ca/

Geneviève & Heather

Click here to find Sonja on our Panel of Experts!

https://parenttalk.ca/sonja-laftifpour/

E134 - How to Manage Difficult Teenagers with Louise Clarke | Parent Talk

Mon, 11 May 2020 10:34:25 -0700

Episode: E134 - How to Manage Difficult Teenagers

Guest(s): Louise Clarke, Parenting Coach, Mindfulness Coach, Podcaster, and Author

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Parenting Coach, Mindfulness Coach, Podcaster, and Author Louise Clark, to talk about How to Manage Difficult Teenagers.

We cover:

What we need to understand developmentally about our teens.

The main struggles parents are facing with their teens.

Strategies we should avoid.

The best way to handle screen time and social media.

How to encourage our teens to open up.

What to do if our teens don’t ever seem to want to leave their rooms.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E133 - What Young Children Need You to Know with Bridgett Miller | Parent Talk

Mon, 04 May 2020 00:33:23 -0700

Episode: E133 - What Young Children Need Tou to Know

Guest(s): Bridgett Miller, Parenting Consultant, and Author

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Parenting Expert and now Author, Bridgett Miller! She is launching her brand new book “What Young Children Need You to Know” and is here to tell us all about it along with some great tips as always.

We cover:

Why this book isn’t your typical parenting book that's meant to be read cover to cover, but instead, readers are encouraged to focus on pages that resonate with them and the challenge they are seeking help with.

What is Conscious Parenting?

How parents should view their role in regards to raising their children.

Bridgett shares some of the topics and describes how the book is laid out.

Bridgett explains her perspective on what is happening when children do or say things “just for attention”.

If you could only tell parents one thing, what would it be?

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E132 - Returning to Exercise after Birth with Sheree Budgell | Parent Talk

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 01:10:02 -0700

Episode: E132 - Returning to Exercise after Birth.

Guest(s): Sheree Budgell, Pelvic Health & Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Sheree Budgell, to talk about returning to exercise after birth.

We cover:

What timelines should a postpartum mom follow when returning to exercise or running?

For moms who love to run, should they be squeezing their pelvic floor the entire time to prevent leaking?

Symptoms that moms should be aware of that indicate that a type of excercise is too much load for their pelvic floor.

Can we do longterm damage by returning to high impact exercise too early?

Other possible factors that need to be considered with returning to exercise.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E131 - Why we Struggle as much as we do as Parents in Today's World with Ashley Avinashi | Parent Talk

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:57:49 -0700

Episode: E131 - Why we Struggle as much as we do as Parents in Today's World.

Guest(s): Ashley Avinashi , Parenting Coach, Best Selling Author, and Founder of Raising Humanity.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Parenting Coach, Best Selling Author, and Founder of Raising Humanity, Ashley Avinashi, to talk with us about why we struggle as much as we do as parents in today's world.

We cover:

What made Ashley move from a successful corporate than entrepreneurial career into supporting the healing path for parents.

What is behind the chronic struggle that most parents face in today's world.

How where we find ourselves today is perhaps the greatest collective opportunity we have to heal from intergenerational pain/patterns.

What we can do as a first step in clearing what we are carrying so we can live more freely, on purpose, and in our joy.

The core needs of our children and us as parents, during this unprecedented time.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

We wanted to tell you about the ‘Local Love Fund’ sponsored by United Way of the Lower Mainland.

Our collective response to COVID-19 calls upon our resourcefulness, resilience and ability to take care of one another. Do you have a new and creative way for supporting your community? United Way is here to help.

They have up to $1,000 available for your community project. For more information or to apply, visit uwlm.ca

E130 - How to Navigate Parenting in your Community and Access Support & Services with Shawna Comey | Parent Talk

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 03:47:52 -0700

Episode: E130 - How to Navigate Parenting in your Community and Access Support & Services.

Guest(s): Shawna Comey, Family Navigator with Westcoast Families.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Family Navigator, Shawna Comey with Westcoast Families, to talk about how to Navigate Parenting in your Community and Access Support and Services

We cover:

What is a family navigator and what is their role in helping families.

Advice for new moms in the community.

What an average day of a navigator looks like.

How families can find help during the pandemic.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E129 - What our Kids really need from us Right Now! With Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Parent Talk

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:16:41 -0700

Episode: E129 What our Kids really need from us Right Now! With Dr. Deborah MacNamara

Guest(s): Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Clinical counsellor, Faculty at the Neufeld Institute, Speaker, and Author.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are thrilled to be welcoming back, Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Clinical counsellor, Faculty at the Neufeld Institute, Speaker, and Author. We will be talking about what our kids really need from us Right Now! These are unprecedented times and we need to be there for our children during this confusing and uncertain time. Find out how you can best support them!

We cover:

How parenting might look different right now given the current situation.

Different levels of stress that accompany this pandemic.

The best way to explain the situation to our kids without creating more fear.

How to best handle our own feelings of fear and anxiety so not to worry our kids.

The most effective way to support our kids during this difficult time.

Hope this helps! Stay Safe!

Xo Geneviève & Heather

E128 - Stress Reduction Strategies with Victoria Smith | Parent Talk

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 23:31:37 -0700

Episode: E128 Stress Reduction Strategies

Guest(s): Victoria Smith, Stress Reduction Coach with Stress Less Ladies Ltd.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Victoria Smith, Stress Reduction Coach with Stress Less Ladies, to discuss Strategies for Reducing Stress.

We cover:

Do women (and particularly moms) experience more stress than men?

Signs of burnout.

Parents have a million things on the go. Here are some strategies to reduce overall stress.

With kids experiencing higher levels of anxiety, here’s how we can help them to stress less.

How we can build in daily self-care without it adding way more to our list.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E127 - Finding the Magic in Parenting with Dr. Steven Fonso | Parent Talk

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 22:35:08 -0700

Episode: E127 Finding the Magic in Parenting

Guest(s): Dr. Steven Fonso, D.C., Inspirational Teacher, Author, and Creative Entrepreneur.

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Dr. Steve Fonso D.C. with Veressent Life, to talk about Finding the Magic in Parenting. These are very uncertain times and with the need to stay home and away from others, we are spending a lot more time with our children. Find out how we can try to embrace the situation that is challenging us on so many different levels.

Stay safe and let’s try to find the magic together!

We cover:

Why the first chapter of Dr. Steve’s book, Finding Magic in the Mess- a path to greater presence, appreciation and more joy, talks about suffering.

How we get stressed and/or overwhelmed.

How we begin to change our perspective of stressful events.

How we can move into a state of gratitude and appreciation.

Dr. Steve’s advice for parents in navigating through this crazy time.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E126 - Empowering Development through Sleep with Anna McMillan | Parent Talk

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:58:42 -0700

Episode: E126 Empowering Development through Sleep

Guest(s): Anna McMillan, Certified Paediatric Sleep Coach with Little Winks Sleep

Monday on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Anna McMillan, Certified Paediatric Sleep Coach with Little Winks Sleep, to talk about Empowering Development through Sleep.

We cover:

What healthy sleep looks like and how it plays a role in healthy development.

What we can do to help and encourage healthy sleep for development.

How sleep changes with development.

How we can support developmental leaps in terms of sleep.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E125 - When Toddlers say “No!” With Cherrie Tam | Parent Talk

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 01:27:21 -0700

Episode: E125 When Toddlers say “No!”

Guest(s): Cherrie Tam, Parenting Consultant with Parenting Littles.

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Parenting Consultant Cherrie Tam with Parenting Littles, to talk about when Toddlers say “No!”

We cover:

How saying “No” is a stage of development and is important to a toddler’s growth and development.

The best way to react and deal with our toddler when they respond to our request with a big “No”.

How to handle feeling triggered and losing patience after a day of constant battles with our toddler.

How to handle agressive behaviour such as hitting and kicking, that can sometimes arise with our toddler’s defiance.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

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E124 - Mom Guilt with Nasreen Gulamhusein & Shahaa Kakar | Parent Talk

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 01:09:22 -0800

Episode: E124 Mom Guilt

Guest(s): Nasreen Gulamhusein & Shahaa Kakar from Breathing Space Counselling

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Registered Therapeutic Counsellors, Nasreen Gulamhusein, and Shahaa Kakar from Breathing Space Counselling, to talk with us about “Mom Guilt”.

We cover:

Why we experience mom guilt.

What exactly is guilt?

How do we get rid of mom guilt?

Some things that moms can do when the mom guilt strikes.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E123 - Real Mom Moments | Potty Training & Traveling with Kids with Allergies | Parent Talk

Sat, 29 Feb 2020 01:38:59 -0800

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Heather talks about how “not” to toilet train and Geneviève shares an important tip on traveling with kids with allergies.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E122 - Prenatal Yoga with Lori Lucas | Parent Talk

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:15:06 -0800

Episode: E122 Prenatal Yoga

Guest(s): Lori Lucas

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Lori Lucas to talk to us about Prenatal Yoga.

We cover:

What is Prenatal Yoga.

Benefits of Prenatal Yoga.

The importance of taking care of our bodies before birth.

How Prenatal Yoga can help your mind/body relationship during pregnancy.

Bonding with your baby through meditation and movement.

The difference between Prenatal Yoga and regular Hatha Yoga.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Click here to find Lori on our panel of experts!

https://parenttalk.ca/lori-Lucas/

E121 - Starting Solids with Katie Reitsma | Parent Talk

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 22:02:23 -0800

Episode: E121 Starting Solids

Guest(s): Katie Reitsma Live it Well Nutrition

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Registered Holistic Nutritionist Katie Reitsma to talk about Starting Solids.

We cover:

Why infant nutrition is so important.

How to know when your baby is ready to start solids.

Different ways to start solids.

How to transition from purées to more solid types of food.

Foods to avoid.

Baby Led Weaning.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Click here to find Katie on our panel of experts!

https://parenttalk.ca/katie-reitsma/

E120 - Whooping Cough (Pertussis) | Parent Talk

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 17:26:04 -0800

Episode: E120 Whooping Cough (Pertussis)

Guest(s): Stephanie Watt

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve & Heather are welcoming fellow Mom Stephanie Watt to talk about Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough.

We cover:

What is Pertussis or Whooping Cough?

Stephanie shares the experience of her daughter having Pertussis when she was too young to be fully vaccinated.

Symptoms, Incubation period, How long are you contagious.

Best Practices for Prevention.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E119 - Are you doing too much for your Child with Jason Kreidman | Parent Talk

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 20:31:24 -0800

Episode: E119 Are you doing too much for your Child?

Guest(s): Jason Kreidman Dad University

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming Jason Kreidman from Dad University to talk about whether we are doing too much for our Children.

We cover:

How we know if we are doing too much for our kids.

Reasons parents may be doing too much for their kids.

Things parents do for their kids that maybe they shouldn’t.

The consequences of doing too much for our kids.

How parents can turn things around.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

See Jason’s Bio and contact info:

https://parenttalk.ca/jason-kreidman/

E118 - Depression in Children with Sonja Latifpour | Parent Talk

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:07:46 -0800

Episode: E118 Depression in Children

Guest(s): Sonja Latifpour Bright Star Counselling

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Sonja Latifpour from Bright Star Counselling, to talk about Depression in Children.

We cover:

• What is depression and how we know if it’s depression and not just sadness.

• What depression looks like at different ages.

• Why children get depression.

• What to do if your child is talking about suicide.

• Treatment options for depression.

• Tips for helping your child at home.

• Helping siblings understand the diagnosis.

• Talking to your child’s teacher.

• Fighting the stigma.

Mental Health affects all of us and we need to keep the conversation open. Whether it’s your child, partner, friend, or possibly even yourself, mental illness is invisible and we need to fight the stigma.

It’s ok to not be ok. Please reach out for help if you or someone you know needs it.

Geneviève & Heather

E117 - Real Mom & Dad Moments with Jason Kreidman | Parent Talk

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 23:11:37 -0800

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s Special Edition REAL MOM & DAD MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children. Today we have the pleasure of also welcoming Jason Kreidman from Dad University to share his own Real “Dad” Moment.

In this episode, Jason shares a parenting awareness moment he experienced with his daughter, Heather shares the conclusion of Hudson’s Big Boy Bed transition and what that now looks like for her whole family, and Geneviève talks about a crazy moment with her son Nathan that happened on her recent trip to Mexico for a good friend’s wedding.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E116 - Bed Wetting with Sue Atkins | Parent Tallk

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 20:30:14 -0800

Episode: E116 Bed Wetting

Guest(s): Sue Atkins The Parenting Expert

Monday on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are excited to be welcoming back Parenting Expert, Speaker, and Author from the U.K., Sue Atkins to talk with us about Bed Wetting.

We cover:

• Why our child may be wetting the bed.

• Possibility of being a medical condition.

• How we can help them.

• Why it’s important not to laugh or make children feel bad for bed wetting.

• When we should consider seeing a doctor.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/

E115 - Beyond the Birds & the Bees, Sex Ed. For Kids with Corinne Underwood | Parent Talk

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:31:47 -0800

Episode: E115 Beyond the Birds & the Bees, Sex Ed. For Kids

Guest(s): Corinne Underwood with Choices for Sexual Health

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Corinne Underwood, Sexual Health Educator, Certified Coach and Founder of Choices for Sexual Health, to talk to us about Sex Education for Kids.

We cover:

• The right time to start talking about sex with our children.

• Why it is important.

• What we need to talk about and when.

• How to have “the talk”.

• How to handle “awkward” moments (real life examples☺).

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E114 - How to Tame our own Reactivity with Louise Clarke | Parent Talk

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 20:30:43 -0800

Episode: E114 How to Tame our own Reactivity

Guest(s): Louise Clarke with Your Parenting Partner

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Parenting Coach Louise Clarke with Your Parenting Partner, to talk about how to Tame our own Reactivity.

We cover:

• How we can manage our emotional reactivity.

• How we can stop being reactive parents.

• What Louise does to manage her own reactivity.

Happy Listening!

Genevieve & Heather

E113 - Nutrition tips for the whole family with Ann Marie Rideout | Parent Talk

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 20:48:36 -0800

Episode: E113 Nutrition tips for the whole family

Guest(s): Ann Marie Rideout from Well Fed Studios

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Ann Marie Rideout from Well Fed Studios to talk about Nutrition Tips for the Whole Family.

We cover:

• Eating at home more often.

• Quick and healthy meal options.

• Getting everyone involved in meal planning and prep.

• Healthy snacks to have on hand.

• Foods that we should cut out.

• Introducing changes to the family.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E112 - Say Sorry! - How Forced Sorries do More Harm than Good with Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Parent Talk

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 22:23:05 -0800

Episode: E112 Say Sorry! - How Forced Sorries do More Harm than Good with Dr. Deborah MacNamara.

Guest(s): Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Clinical counselor, Faculty at the Neufeld Institute, Speaker, and Author

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Clinical counselor, Faculty at the Neufeld Institute, Speaker, and Author, to talk about how forcing sorries can do more harm than good.

We cover:

• What we ‘should’ do instead of making our child say sorry.

• How children become more caring.

• What we can do if our child doesn’t seem to care.

• How the digital world is causing our children to be less compassionate.

• When (age) children start to understand and show empathy towards others.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Be sure to check out Deborah’s New Children’s Picture Book The Sorry Plane!

Illustrated by Zoe Si

E111 - Tips to Rock the Holiday Season | Parent Talk

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:41:53 -0800

Episode: E111 Tips to Rock the Holiday Season

Today on ParentTalk Geneviève and Heather are sharing their Top 10 Tips for Surviving...no Rocking, the Holiday Season!

We would all like to get more enjoyment out of this special time and so we’ve put together a few ideas we hope will help you in taking back the true meaning of the holiday season.

We cover:

• Keeping realistic expectations

• Family Traditions

• Shopping & Budgets

• De-clutter by doing good

• Christmas cards & baking

• Beating boredom blues & avoiding holiday meltdowns

• Taking time for you!

Happy listening & Merry Christmas!!

Geneviève & Heather

E110 - Real Mom Moments | November | Parent Talk

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0800

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Geneviève talks about how clumsy 18 month old Nathan has been lately and all his bumps and bruises and Heather shares about Hudson’s trials and tribulations of transitioning to his big boy bed.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E109 - The Power of Communication with Treya Klassen | ParentTalk

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 20:56:58 -0800

Episode: E109 The Power of Communication
Guest(s): Treya Klassen, Communication Course Leader, and Speaker

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather welcome Communication Course Leader and Speaker Treya Klassen, to talk about the Power of Communication.

We cover:

• Why communication is so powerful.
• The impact of language on our children.
• How it is important for parents to align with each other in their conversations.
• The impact of our conversations on our children.
• Anything can be solved in a conversation.
• Treya, what have you created inside conversations with your children?

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

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E108 - Prenatal Classes with Agnes Mayer | Parent Talk

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 20:55:39 -0800

Episode: E108 Prenatal Classes
Guest(s): Agnes Mayer from Mamabear Holistic Care

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Agnes Mayer from Mamabear Holistic Care, to talk about Prenatal Classes.

We cover:

• Who should take prenatal classes?
• The benefits of taking prenatal classes.
• When during your pregnancy should you take prenatal classes?
• Common concerns of expecting parents.
• What is covered in typical prenatal classes?
• Birth Plans.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E107 - How to Detoxify your Home with Jazzmin Nagy | Parent Talk

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 23:04:03 -0800

Episode: E-107 How to Detoxify your Home | Parent Talk

Guest(s): Jazzmin Nagy

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming fellow Mom, Jazzmin Nagy, to talk about how to detoxify your home.

We cover:

• Different ways families can detoxify their homes.

• What Jazzmin does in her home.

• Specific plants that are recommended to help.

• Tips from all of us.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E106 - Essential Oils, from Pregnancy through Childhood with Meredith Dawson | Parent Talk

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 21:40:15 -0800

Episode: E106 Essential Oils, from Pregnancy through Childhood

Guest(s): Meredith Dawson, Independent DoTerra Consultant

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Meredith Dawson, Independent DoTerra Consultant, to talk about Essential Oils, from Pregnancy through Childhood.

We cover:

• Essential Oils and how they can be used.

• How we can use them safely.

• Different ways/methods of using oils and the specific ages to go along with those methods.

• With so many oils on the market, how can we know what to look for and their quality?

• The best oils for our children.

• Meredith’s favourite oils and why.

Happy listening!

Geneviève & Heather

E105 - Real Mom Moments | Octobre | Parent Talk

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 13:55:00 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Geneviève tells the funniest story from when she was in the shower with her son Alex, we don’t want to spoil it so you’re going to have to listen lol! And Heather shares how she’s been struggling with Postpartum Depression over the last couple of months and the help she’s looking to get to help her through. If you or someone you know is struggling with PPD/A, please know that you’re not alone and it’s ok to ask for help. ❤️

Happy Listening

Geneviève & Heather

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E104 - Helicopter Parenting vs. Free-Range Parenting with Julie Romanowski | Parent Talk

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:10:56 -0700

Episode: E-104 Helicopter Parenting vs. Free-Range Parenting with Julie Romanowski.

Guest(s): Julie Romanowski

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming “Children’s Behaviour and Discipline Specialist” Julie Romanowski, to discus Helicopter Parenting versus Free-Range Parenting.

We cover:

• The difference between Helicopter Parenting and Free Range Parenting.

• How to balance independence and safety.

• How does age, development, rules, and expectations come into play?

• How to deal with the judgments about your decision or parenting overall.

E103 - Is French Immersion for your Family? | Parent Talk

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 22:30:22 -0700

Episode: E103 | Is French Immersion for your Family? | Parent Talk

Guest(s): Geneviève Hassan and Karen Clarke, two local Moms

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are talking with Geneviève Hassan and Karen Clarke, two local Moms, about their French Immersion experiences. Heather will also be sharing her thoughts and experiences as a former French Immersion student.

We cover:

• Personal stories of their individual experiences with the French Immersion program.

• Where they have decided to send their children to school.

• If Geneviève could do things over, would she have still sent her children to French Immersion or would she have done things differently?

• How do Karen and Heather find their English is after being in French Immersion.

E102 | Creating Connection Through Miscarriage, Stillbirth and Neonatal Death with Michelle Tyliakos | Parent Talk

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 23:19:57 -0700

Episode: E102 Creating Connection through Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Termination and Neonatal Death with Michelle Tyliakos.
Guest(s): Michelle Tyliakos, Birth Doula from Crowning Glory Birth

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and so to help erase the stigma, today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather will be joined by Michelle Tyliakos, Birth Doula from Crowning Glory Birth, to talk about creating connection through miscarriage, stillbirth, termination and neonatal death.

We cover:

• How Michelle became involved in the conversation around pregnancy loss.
• What someone who is or has experienced pregnancy loss may be going through.
• What could be improved for people going through this experience?
• How can we help if we know someone in this situation?
• What is a Full Spectrum Doula?
• What’s next for In Our Hearts and the community.

In Our Hearts- group peer support https://www.facebook.com/inourheartsloss
Individual Peer Support - www.crowningglorydoula.ca
Angel Dresses http://angeldressescanada.com
Empty Cradle http://www.emptycradle.bc.ca
Butterfly Run https://www.butterflyrunvancouver.com
Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org
Seeking Ceremony- a group of women who make memory boxes on the North Shore https://www.seekingceremony.com

E101 - The Impact of Cell Phones & Devices on our Family with Louise Clark | Parent Talk

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 00:44:31 -0700

Episode: E101- The Impact of Cell Phones & Devices on our Family with Louise Clark.

Guest(s): Louise Clark, Parenting Coach, Podcaster, and Mindfulness Coach

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Parenting Coach, Podcaster, and Mindfulness Coach, Louise Clark, to talk about the Impact of Cell Phones & Devices on our Family.

We cover:

• The impact of cell phones and devices on our children and the family.

• How we can manage our devices with our children.

• How we can empower our children to regulate themselves with their devices.

• At what age should we consider giving our children a phone.

E100 - Real Mom Moments - 100th Episode Celebration recorded Live on Location! | Parent Talk

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:29 -0700

Episode: E100 Real Mom Moments - 100th Episode Celebration recorded Live on Location!

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are thrilled to be celebrating their 100th Episode!! To celebrate, they’ve gathered past and future guests and experts from the podcast along with a bunch of local moms and their little ones for a super fun social lunch. This episode was recorded live on location during the celebration!!

Hear all the excitement as we talk about the absolutely fantastic Swag Bags the Moms were gifted and how you, our listeners, will have the chance every month to be our “V.I.M.” (Very Important Mom) and WIN an amazing Prize Pack of your very own!!

Our first “V.I.M.” was awarded to our wonderful friend and supporter Cheryl Dushop!
The episode is topped off with Geneviève, Heather, and many of the party guests sharing their own # Real Mom Moments! The following Moms were open and brave and shared their own personal stories, Ashley Tingley, Candice Tizzard, Janine Melenka, Niki Ford-Dunnet, Nasreen Gulamhusien, Brittany MacKay, Pria Dhaliwal, Delia Leon- Urbiola, Katherine Uunila, Jennifer Kolbuc, Suzanne Whittemore, and Katie Reitsma.
So much fun, you won’t want to miss!!

A huge Thank You to all the attending Experts:

• From Parenting Littles, Parenting and Financial Consultant, Cherrie Tam
• From Look with Love, Parenting Consultant, Bridgett Miller
• From Bright Star Counselling, Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Sonja Latifpour
• From Getting It Together, Professional Organizer, Rowena List
• From Safe Beginnings, First Aid Instructor and Car Seat Technician, Holly Choi
• From Leapfrog Gymnastics, Owner and Head Coach, Sara Markel Kerrigan
• From Stages Doula & Photography, Candice Tizzard
• From Crowning Glory Birth, Birth Doula, Michelle Tyliakos
• From Breathing Space Counselling, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, Nasreen Gulamhusien
• From Live it Well Nutrition, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Katie Reitsma
• From Mama Bear Holistic Care, Registered Nurse, Agnes Mayer
• From the Tooth Bus Pria Dhaliwal

Many of these wonderful ladies donated to the Swag Bags and Door Prizes as well as the Monthly “V.I.M.” Giveaways!
We’d also like to thank the following ladies for their generous contributions!

• Lori Mork, Best Selling Author, Wellness Coach.
• Deborah MacNamara, Clinical Counsellor at Kid’s Best Bet, Author of Best Seller Rest, Play, Grow, Educator & on Faculty at Neufeuld Institute.
• Jennine Lewis with Lani Lou Baby Boutique and Shelby & Jun
• Dr. Sarah Wulkan, Naturopathic Practitioner.
• Jennifer Kolbuc with Mountain Top Consulting
• Ina Fung with Epicure
• Heather Beckley with Norwex
• Meridith Dawson with DoTerra
• Corrine Underwood, Sexual Health Educator
• Danielle Wong with Silver Icing
• Anna Maria Marando with Mary Kay
• Lara McTavish with Runners and Booties Fitness

We will be celebrating our 100th episode all week and will be sharing many beautiful moments with you. So please stay turned on our social media to view the images.

Here’s to One Hundred Episodes! Our 3rd season has begun and we’re so grateful to all of you as we couldn’t have done it alone.

Happy Listening!

Geneviève & Heather

Photo Credit: Stages Doula & Photography, Candice Tizzard

E099 - Active Learning with Mark Boston | Parent Talk

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:32:15 -0700

Episode: E 99- Active Learning - Developing Physical Literacy in your Child with Mark Boston.

Guest(s): Mark Boston, owner and teacher at Active Kids Academy

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Mark Boston, owner and teacher at Active Kids Academy, to talk with us about Active Learning and Developing your Child’s Physical Literacy.

We cover:

• What is Active Learning.

• Why Active Learning is so important for children.

• Where the inspiration comes from for an Active Learning Preschool.

• How we can promote Active Learning in our home.

E098 - Postpartum Depression | Parent Talk

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 23:45:28 -0700

Episode: E098 Postpartum Depression

Guest(s): local Moms, Joyelle Brandt, Michelle Tyliakos, and Erin VanVeen

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming local Moms, Joyelle Brandt, Michelle Tyliakos, and Erin VanVeen, to talk about their personal stories of Postpartum Depression.

We cover:

• When they started to feel different.

• What steps they took.

• How much time they took off before going back to work.

• What has helped them?

• What they would like to say to anyone who thinks they might be experiencing postpartum depression.

E097 - Strategies for Bedtime Behaviour with Lara Rabb | Parent Talk

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 22:35:55 -0700

Episode: E097 Strategies for Bedtime Behaviour with Lara Rabb

Guest(s): Lara Rabb, Sleep Consultant

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Sleep Consultant Lara Rabb from “Heavy Eyes Happy Hearts” to about Strategies for Bedtime Behaviour.

We cover:

• The most common toddler sleep challenges.

• Preparing our family to make changes at bedtime.

• The importance of our children having an opportunity to express their feelings around change.

• How you and your partner can support each other through sleep challenges.

E096 - Real Mom Moments | July | Parent Talk

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 06:56:30 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Heather talks how grateful she is for her friends and family that went above and beyond to help her out when she recently put her neck out and Genevieve shares about how she had to switch last minute to hosting Nathan’s first birthday party inside when it unexpectedly decided to rain. Again help from friends and family had this Puppy themed party go off without a bark!

As Mom’s, we think that we have to do so much on our own but it really does take a village!! It’s always OK to ask for help! ❤️

E095 - Twin Life - A How to | Parent Talk

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 21:59:04 -0700

Episode: E095- Twins Life - A How-To
Guest(s): Leah Cairns, Krista Gruen, and Julia Tsirogiannis

Today on ParentTalk, Genevieve and Heather are welcoming 3 local Moms to talk about life with Twins!
We Cover:

• Their reaction when they found out that they were expecting twins.
• Any complications while pregnant and/or with delivery.
• Did you get or ask for help when the twins were born?
• Something special that somebody did that really helped your family and how we can support a family expecting twins.
• Twins and multiples clubs and/or FB groups.

Their recommendations for families expecting twins.
Thank you to Leah Cairns, Krista Gruen, and Julia Tsirogiannis for sharing their experiences!

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E094 - Cultivating Flourishing Children with Paul Pahil | Parent Talk

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 22:39:58 -0700

Episode: E094- Cultivating Flourishing Children

Guest(s): Paul Pahil, European Master Practitioner of Applied Positive Psychology

Today, on a Special Edition of ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Paul Pahil, European Master Practitioner of Applied Positive Psychology, all the way from Budapest! He will be sharing his ideas on how to Cultivate Flourishing Children.

We cover:

• What is Positive Psychology and what does it mean “Flourishing”?

• How the way a child perceives happiness is dependant on the way parents perceive happiness.

• The optimal relationship between a parent and a child.

• Do we need to engage and entertain our children all the time?

• Children, Parents, and Role Models.

• Paul’s thoughts on Parents having high expectations for their children.

Happy Listening!

E093 - Diastesis and Pelvic Floor Connection with Kim Vopni | Parent Talk

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:46:53 -0700

Episode: E093- Diastasis and Pelvic Floor Connection with Kim Vopni

Guest(s): Kim Vopni, Certified Personal Trainer, Women’s Health Educator, Author, and Speaker

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Kim Vopni, Certified Personal Trainer, Women’s Health Educator, Author, and Speaker, to talk about Diastasis and Pelvic Floor Connection.

We cover:

What exactly is Diastasis and how does it relate to the Pelvic Floor.
How do we repair Diastasis?
Will we ever jump on a trampoline or sneeze without leaking again?
The importance of seeing a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and how they can help.

E092 - Babywearing & Language Development with Chelsey Chichak | Parent Talk

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 21:55:16 -0700

Episode: E092- Babywearing & Language Development with Chelsey Chichak

Guest(s): Chelsey Chichak, Speach & Language Pathologist

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Speach & Language Pathologist Chelsey Chichak to talk about Baby Wearing and Language Development.

We cover:

• What babywearing has to do with language development.

• How we can use babywearing to help support my child’s speech and language skills.

• Types of carriers and wraps.

• Tips on toddler wearing.

• Where we can find help with babywearing.

• Where do we start when our child does not like to be worn.

E091 - Transforming meal time into a positive experience with Ann- Marie Rideout | Parent Talk

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 16:29:18 -0700

Episode: E091- Transforming Mealtime into a Positive Experience with Ann-Marie Rideout.

Guest(s): Ann-Marie Rideout, Owner of Well Fed Studios

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Ann-Marie Rideout, Owner of Well Fed Studios, to talk about how we can transform mealtime into a positive experience.

We cover:

• How to get my child to the table without drama.

• Should children be kept on a strict schedule when it comes to mealtimes?

• How to introduce new foods without drama.

• How long should my child stay at the dinner table?

• Should I encourage them to eat?

• Putting away technology and turning off all screens to promote healthier eating habits.

E090 - Is Fluoride for your Family? | Parent Talk

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 11:30:04 -0700

Episode: E90 – Is Fluoride for your Family?

Guest(s): Registered Dental Hygienists; Sheryl Lee, Shannon Derrick, and Manroop Ferraro

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Registered Dental Hygienists; Sheryl Ann, Shannon Derrick, and Manroop Ferraro to talk about whether Fluoride is right for your Family.

We cover:

• What is fluoride?

• The Canadian Dental Association’s recommendations.

• Does Tap Water contain Fluoride?

• The impact of too much fluoride.

• What they do with their own families.

E89 - Real Mom Moments | June | Parent Talk

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 23:31:01 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments we are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Heather talks how hard the toddler years can be on a couple and Genevieve shares about how she’s making a conscious effort to make time for herself and do more meditation.

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#RealMomMoments #RealMOMents #ParentTalk #ParentTalkPodcast #Createyourvillage #askforhelp #Parenting #podcasting #fun

E88 - The World of 3D & 4D Ultrasound with Brie Birch | Parent Talk

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 23:35:10 -0700

Episode: E88 - The world of 3D and 4D Ultrasounds

Guest(s): Brie Birch of Belly Bean Imaging

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Brie Birch of Belly Bean Imaging, to talk about 3D and 4D Ultrasounds.

We cover:

The difference between 2D, 3D, and 4D ultrasounds.
When the best time is for a 3D and 4D Ultrasound.
Reasons people choose to have a 3D-4D Ultrasound.
How Belly Bean Imaging got started and what Brie loves most about her job.

E87 - Testosterone with Dr. Tanner | Parent Talk

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 22:34:55 -0700

Episode: E87 - Testosterone with Dr. Tanner Alden

Guest(s): Dr. Tanner Alden, Naturopathic Physician

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Tanner Alden, to talk about Testosterone.

We cover:

• What testosterone does.

• How to know if your testosterone levels are low or too high.

• How testosterone levels are tested.

• What affects testosterone levels.

• How you can improve, manage and treat your testosterone levels naturally.

E86 - Having a pet as part of your family with Dr. Anne Irwin | Parent Talk

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 23:16:57 -0700

Episode:E86- Having a pet as part of your family with Dr. Anne Irwin.

Guest(s): Dr. Anne Irwin, Veterinarian

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Veterinarian, Dr. Anne Irwin, to talk about having a pet as part of your family.

We cover:

• When a good time is for a family with children to get a pet.

• How we can choose the best pet for our family.

• The best breeds of dogs for a family with young children.

• Involving children in training your family’s pet.

• How we should approach a strange dog.

• Whether or not to include children and or have them be present when the time comes to put down your family’s pet.

• Tips for new parents who already have pets.

E85 - Parenting Strategies for the Anxious Child with Sonja Latifpour | Parent Talk

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:54:59 -0700

Episode: E85 - Parenting strategies for the Anxious Child with Sonja Latifpour.
Guest(s): Sonja Latifpour, Registered Social Worker, Child Psychotherapist and Mom of 4

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Sonja Latifpour, Registered Social Worker, Child Psychotherapist and Mom of 4, to talk about Parenting strategies for the Anxious Child.

We cover:

• How to recognize if my child is anxious.
• When a parent might be concerned about their child’s anxiety being more than what is normal.
• How anxiety in parents can affect the child and what anxiety looks like in the family.
• How parents can create more anxiety by being too helpful.
• How letting your child cancel on a playdate, or pretend to be sick for a school performance might help in the short term but may make things worse long term.
• Using empathy as the first step in calming your child.
• Next steps to take after helping your child calm down and other strategies you can use or teach your child.
• How you can model flexibility and have a positive response to managing your own anxiety.
• When you should seek professional help.

E84 - Real Mom Moments | May | Parent Talk

Tue, 28 May 2019 23:13:29 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Heather shares about her family’s long weekend and Geneviève confesses about the appointment she almost missed for her son and having to go in her pj’s, yes it happens to us all!

They are also inviting listeners to participate by sending them stories of their own that they would like to be shared on the podcast.

#RealMomMoments #RealMOMents #ParentTalk #ParentTalkPodcast #Createyourvillage #askforhelp #Parenting #podcasting #fun

E83 - Treating PMS Using Natural Medicine with Dr. Kathleen Mahannah | Parent Talk

Sun, 26 May 2019 22:32:17 -0700

Episode: E83- Treating PMS using Natural Medicine with Dr. Kathleen Mahannah ND.

Guest(s): Dr. Kathleen Mahannah ND.

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Kathleen Mahannah to talk about treating PMS with Natural Medicine.

We cover:

• What exactly is premenstrual syndrome?

• Why PMS occurs, and what causes it.

• Why a woman might choose to see a naturopathic doctor for PMS.

• How you can treat PMS naturally.

• What foods you can eat to help treat PMS.

• What supplements there are that can help with PMS.

E82 - How to help our children move through their feelings with Louise Clarke | Parent Talk

Sun, 19 May 2019 23:00:12 -0700

Episode: E82 - How to help our Children move through their Feelings with Louise Clarke.

Guest(s):Louise Clarke, Certified Parent Coach, Mindfulness Coach, Podcaster and Mom

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Louise Clarke, Certified Parent Coach, Mindfulness Coach, Podcaster and Mom, to talk to us about how to help our children move through their feelings.

We cover:

• Where we should start when we want to help our child move through their feelings.

• Are there different approaches for different ages?

• How we should react to our children’s emotions.

E81 - Sprains, strains and Growing Pains with Julie Paul | Parent Talk

Sun, 12 May 2019 23:15:48 -0700

Episode: E81 - Sprains, Strains, & Growing Pains

Guest(s): Julie Paul, Paediatric Physiotherapist

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Paediatric Physiotherapist, Julie Paul, to talk to us about Sprains, Strains, & Growing Pains.

We cover:

The difference between sprains, strains and growing pains.
Is there any way to help our kids with growing pains? Can you give us more information on growing pains?
If we as parents have chronic pain, what can we do to prevent our children from mirroring us?
When children have flat feet, could that be contributing to injuries?
Julie’s thoughts on supportive footwear and orthotics for foot pain.
Is it normal for little kid’s feet to turning inwards or outwards?
The difference in treating kids vs adults as a physiotherapist.
What you want parents to understand about sprains, strains and growing pains.

E80 - Sibling Rivalry with Julie Romanowski | Parent Talk

Mon, 06 May 2019 00:21:18 -0700

Episode: E80 - Sibling Rivalry

Guest(s): Julie Romanowski, Certified 'Early Childhood Consultant' and 'Children's Behaviour & Discipline Specialist

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather welcome Certified 'Early Childhood Consultant' and 'Children's Behaviour & Discipline Specialist, Julie Romanowski, to talk about Sibling Rivalry.

We cover:

• What are the causes of Sibling Rivalry?

• Is Sibling Rivalry normal?

• When does Sibling Rivalry start and how we can deal with it?

• Preparing for a new sibling...here comes baby!

• How Sibling Rivalry can affect the family.

• How do you stop siblings from fighting?

E79 - Real Mom Moments | April | ParentTalk

Thu, 02 May 2019 06:53:15 -0700

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to ParentTalk’s REAL MOM MOMENTS!!!

These segments include the "Cute and the Funny" as well as the "Crazy and Frazzled" moments they are experiencing being mothers of young children.

In this episode, Heather talks about her transition to becoming a mom of 2 and Genevieve shares the fun and silly way that has been working to gain cooperation from her toddler in the mornings as well as her hubby’s newest “playlist”.

We are also announcing the winner of our “Spa Contest”!!

Click on The Mompreneur to read our write up from Jennifer Kolbuc.

This Blog is a must follow!

Have a great day,

Genevieve & Heather

E78 - The Do's and the Don'ts of Teething with Dr. Calvin Tham - Parent Talk

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 22:15:01 -0700

Episode: E 78- The Do's and the Don'ts of Teething with Dr. Calvin Tham

Guest(s):Dr. Calvin Tham, Dentist

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève, and Heather welcome Dentist Dr. Calvin Tham to talk about the Do’s and Don’ts of Teething.

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We cover:

• Common myths of teething and why it gets a bad rap.

• Symptoms of teething.

• Common treatments to avoid.

• Recommend treatments for teething.

E77 - Eggs Freezing with Dr. Sonya Kashyap - Parent Talk

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 23:47:20 -0700

E -77 Egg Freezing with Dr. Sonya Kashyap

This week is National Infertility Awareness Week and Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Fertility Doctor, Dr. Sonya Kashyap from Genesis Fertility Centre, to talk about Egg Freezing.

We cover:

What is Egg Freezing.

Some of the reasons women choose to freeze their eggs.

Who should freeze their eggs.

When should we look into freezing our eggs.

Advances in Egg Freezing and how they affect success rates.

The cost of Egg Freezing.

E76 - How to Take Care of our Children's Teeth - Parent Talk

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 22:24:53 -0700

Episode: E76 - How to Take Care of our Children's Teeth - Parent Talk

Guest(s): Dental Hygienists Shannon Derrick, Manroop Farrero, Sheryl Lee

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are talking with Dental Hygienists Shannon Derrick, Manroop Farrero, and Sheryl Lee to talk about how to take care of our children’s teeth.

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We cover:

• How to brush your children’s teeth and when they can start brushing their own.

• Tips to help with teething.

• Baby Bottle Syndrome.

• As dental professionals, what they recommend to their clients.

E75 - Car Seat Safety with Holly Choi - Parent Talk

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 21:39:14 -0700

Episode: E 75- Car Seat Safety with Holly Choi

Guest(s): Car Seat Technician Holly Choi

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Car Seat Technician Holly Choi from Safe Beginnings, to talk about Car Seat Safety.

We cover:

• Why car seat safety is so important.

• How we should select a car seat.

• Is it safe to use a used car seat?

• What happens when a car seat has been in a car accident.

• The safest place to install a car seat.

• Common mistakes people make when installing car seats.

• Switching your car seat from rear facing to front facing.

• The pinch test.

• When to use a booster seat and how long should our child stay in one.

• How to find a car seat technician.

E74 - A Naturopathic Approach to help focus our High-Energy Child with Dr. Sarah Wulkan - Parent Talk

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 20:48:53 -0700

Episode: E74 - A Naturopathic Approach to help focus our High-Energy Child

Guest(s): Naturopathic Doctor Sarah Wulkan

Today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Naturopathic Doctor Sarah Wulkan to discuss a Naturopathic Approach to help focus our High-Energy Child.