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Words Grow Minds Parent Podcast

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Child Development
Early Childhood Development
Parenting
Screen Time
Language Development
Parenting Tips
Risky Play
Neuroscience
Early Childhood Education
Tantrums
Technoference
Emotional Regulation
Serve and Return
Child Brain Development
Speech Pathology
Infant Brain Development
Milestones
Autism
The Daycare Myth
Communication Skills

Did you know your child’s brain grows faster in the first 3 years than at any other time? Hosts Kate Ellis and Amelia Mulcahy chat with Australian and international experts breaking down brain science into easy everyday things you can do to help nurture your child’s development in the early years. No pressure, no judgement, just tips and fun conversations to give your child the best start in life.... more

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Parenting babies is a universal experience, but every country and culture does it a little differently. What can we learn from different ways of raising children, especially when it comes to creating the supportive ‘village’ many of us crave?

Global... more

Do dummies affect speech development? Exactly how much should we be talking and reading to our babies? Which speech issues will resolve themselves and when should we be concerned?

Kate and Amelia get a wealth of practical advice from Helen Smith, Se... more

Play is the work of childhood, as the saying goes. But are we denying our children opportunities to learn valuable life skills by making modern-day play not just safe, but ‘too safe’? That’s the view of Dr Justin Coulson, who believes risky play is v... more

As one of Australia's most loved children’s performers, ⁠Dr Emma Watkins⁠ has made an extraordinary contribution to early childhood development. Emma shares with Kate and Amelia how her years performing live as the Yellow Wiggle inspired her to do mo... more

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Recent Guests

Ana Nieto
Director of Early Years at the Minderoo Foundation with over 20 years of experience in early childhood policy
Minderoo Foundation
Episode: Who's in your parenting village?
Helen Smith
A speech pathologist with over two decades of experience.
Children's Health Queensland
Episode: Baby talk: Lessons from a speechie
Dr. Justin Coulson
One of Australia's most trusted parenting experts
Happy Families
Episode: Why risky play?
Dr. Emma Watkins
A childhood education expert, performer, and researcher, known as Emma Memma and former Yellow Wiggle.
Emma Memma
Episode: It's Emma Memma!
Dr. Dan Wuori
International expert in early childhood education and founder of Early Childhood Policy Solutions
Early Childhood Policy Solutions
Episode: The magic of infant interactions
Professor Andrew Whitehouse
Professor of Autism Research at the Kids Research Institute Australia and the University of Western Australia, expert in neurodevelopmental differences
Kids Research Institute, University of Western Australia
Episode: Noticing early differences
Madhavi Nawana Parker
Behavioural consultant, counsellor, and director of Positive Minds Australia
Positive Minds Australia
Episode: Small children, big feelings
Dr. Mary Brushe
Expert on children's screen time and its impact on development
Kids Research Institute Australia
Episode: Screen time - help!
Dr. Sally Stanton
Senior Research Fellow in the Science of Learning Research Centre at the Queensland Brain Institute
University of Queensland
Episode: Building your baby's brain

Hosts

Kate Ellis
Co-host of the Words Grow Minds Parent Podcast and chair of South Australia's Early Years Task Force.
Amelia Mulcahy
Co-host of the Words Grow Minds Parent Podcast.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Amazing!

    Love both hosts you are incredible humans. I’m already obsessed with listening to this podcast, the content is educational and interesting.

    I’ve been singing the theme song since before she was born and now she roars like a lion when she hears the stinger!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MegzieMoo27
    Australia4 months ago
  • So good

    Research backed and useful. Great for parents and grandies. Love that it’s local too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy with appt
    Australia6 months ago

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Why risky play?
Q: What is the one thing that you just wish parents knew?
The most important words are, 'I love you no matter what.'
Why risky play?
Q: Just explain to us why is play so important?
Play is essential for children to learn relationships, explore their environment, and develop problem-solving skills.
Baby talk: Lessons from a speechie
Q: What are the signs that a child might need to see a speech pathologist?
If your baby doesn’t seem to be listening, isn’t using a range of words by 18 months, or has trouble communicating, those are key indicators for seeking help.
Baby talk: Lessons from a speechie
Q: How do we best support our children's early language development and speech and communication?
It comes back to talk, play, read, and sing, with an emphasis on serve and return interactions.
It's Emma Memma!
Q: What are some tips and tricks you can pass on to parents who are connecting with kids?
She suggests using familiar songs to help make up lyrics that relate to daily tasks to bridge connection and make it easier for children to engage.

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3. Dr. Justin Coulson
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