Do you know how to answer your child’s questions about ‘where babies come from’? And what do you do when your answer isn’t enough and they want ‘more’ understanding about how babies are made? Dr Martha gives you the tools and scripts to talk about this with your child to build your confidence in this topic and bring your child a sense of safety that they can trust you to answer their big questions, always.  Find Dr Martha’s curated list of books on reproduction, sex and families here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/drmdc_paediatric_psychologist/list/PH5HRDNY6GLO Sign up to Dr Martha’s newsletter here: https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all want to discourage lies in our children… but what is the true purpose of a ‘lie’? And if we understand this, can it help us respond to our children’s lie’s differently? Dr Martha explores the truth about lies and how you can build honesty and trust with your child, in a way that feeds into the long-term benefit of a stronger connection with you.  Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching in December! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it’s time to leave some children shut down and struggle to say goodbye. This might seem rude and frustrating, but there is a lot more going on for your little one! Dr Martha discusses what is going on from a child’s point of view and offers 5 top strategies to guide you in supporting your child to learn how to say ‘goodbye’ without using force or coercion.  Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does your child ask for toys? Does it feel like they can never get ‘enough’ and a new thing is always on the horizon? Dr Martha discusses how to respond to children’s requests for more ‘things’ with three easy steps to guide you. She also offers 2 strategies to support you using these moments as opportunities for developing delayed gratification, teaching the value of choices, and managing disappointment. Given the festive period is on the horizon, Dr Martha also touches on how to prepare for a child’s ‘wish list’ for Christmas.  Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If your child has ever said “I hate you!” or “you are the worst mummy/daddy ever!” it might have shaken you to the core and made you wonder if there was something wrong with your child (or you as their parent!). Dr Martha talks through what is really happening in these moments, how you can be most effective in your response, and strategies that will support your child in changing their words to something more respectful when big feelings show up.  Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever organized a day out with all the things your child enjoys only to find them grumpy and telling you they want to go home? Yep… it’s happened to me too! As adults, you might see this as ungratefulness or plain rudeness – but there is something else going on here. Dr Martha walks you through why children appear ungrateful and what is realistically happening, along with what you can do in the moment and outside of these times to build a practice of gratitude.  Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As parents there will be times when you feel judged by others for the choices you make for your child. How can you respond towards your child at these times? What can you do or say that role models to others that you are doing the best job you can as a parent? And as an adult in the presence of children, what is your role in all of this? Dr Martha uses a real example to walk you through actions, words, and ideas to help you set respectful boundaries with your child and others when you are in public.  Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does your child have nightmares or night terrors? Do you know the difference? And does it even matter? Dr Martha takes a deep dive into this topic, explaining what may trigger a nightmare or a night terror, she explains their differences and similarities, and helps you understand how you can support your child through them. If you listened and found it useful take a moment to rate and review! Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast send an audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are there times when you go out with your child and they seem to go a little bonkers, either saying or doing silly things that seem totally our of character? If this happens to you – you are not alone! Today Dr Martha talks about what happens when excitement becomes too much, how you can support your child in those moments and better still, the things you can do to prepare for times when this might happen. Have a listen, rate and review! Dr Martha mentions a book in this podcast you can have a look at it here: https://amzn.eu/hLUoqwG Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parental preference is a developmental stage most children go through. If you are the parent out of favour this can sting, and if you are the preferred parent of the moment it can be exhausting! What is the best thing to do at these times to support your child? How can you manage those deep feelings of pain that being rejected can bring? And if you feel touched out by your child, what can you do without rupturing your relationship? Dr Martha answers all of this and on todays podcast. Want to get simple parenting strategies and happy content land in your inbox every week? Sign up to Dr Martha’s Newsletter, it’s launching soon! https://www.drmarthapsychologist.com If you would like to be a part of the podcast email and audio question Dr Martha here: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.