In this episode, Madeleine talks with Merophy Hyslop about her experience adopting transracially, and what she’s learned along the way. Merophy shares the real, everyday parts of navigating identity, culture, and family, and how those experiences shaped the way she thinks about raising antiracist kids.

Resilient Kids is #1 on FeedSpot's Top 15 New Zealand Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_zealand_parenting_podcasts/

Resources:

Merophy's Book Recommendations: Don't touch my Hair by Sharee Miller

The Real Santa by Nancy Redd

Mophead, by Selina Tusitala Marsh

Aotearoa, by Gavin Bishop

Patu, by Gavin Bishop

Facebook Groups:Culturally Fluent Families: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1A5SctKuXD/

Thirdspace Aotearoa: https://www.facebook.com/thirdspaceprojectsaotearoaTauiwi Tautoko:https://www.facebook.com/tauiwitautoko

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

Join today's guest, Jessica Barnes, on an exploration of how the attitudes and behaviors of parents can subtly pass down through generations, shaping our beliefs, biases, and worldviews. Jessica invites listeners to reflect on which inherited perspectives still serve them, and reveals the importance of listening inward and analyzing our intuitive responses.

Jessica also shares the value of surrounding oneself with people from different backgrounds and with different values, as a way to expand perspective and build empathy. Finally, she offers practical advice on how to stay open-minded and balanced in a world of many “truths,” where people’s realities can differ widely, and how it’s perfectly okay to simply disagree while remaining true to your own values.Resilient Kids is #1 on FeedSpot's Top 15 New Zealand Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_zealand_parenting_podcasts/

Resources:

Jessica's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ps59OvIQF63G4FBGcqbVV?si=7e1b27567df84092

Jessica's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094182336643

Jessica's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get.zen.with.jess

Catherine Delahunty (Tauiwi experience): https://carecca.nz/catherine-delahunty/

Jase Williams (Trauma Informed Pedagogies): https://www.jasewilliams.nz/index.htmlMatt Brown - (My Fathers Barbers): https://www.penguin.co.nz/authors/matt-brown

The Pākehā Project: https://www.pakehaproject.nz/offerings

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

In this episode, Madeleine sits down with Adrian Martinca to explore the profound effects of artificial intelligence on human life and connection. Together, they discuss what kind of relationship we should be striving to build with AI, and how the rapid pace of technological change shapes our values and choices. The conversation also touches on the quieter, everyday consequences of tech, how social media and misdirected connectivity can erode family bonds, and why this makes it harder for parents to truly support their children in pursuing their dreams.

Adrian shares practical strategies to help children verbalize dreams as action statements, bringing wishes for a brighter future one step closer to realization.

Resilient Kids is #1 on FeedSpot's Top 15 New Zealand Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_zealand_parenting_podcasts/

Resources:

Technology For The Future: https://t4tf.org/

Operation Dream Force:

https://t4tf.org/operation-dream-force/

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

This time Madeleine talks with Kirstin Barchia, an expert in the art of Calm Connection. They discuss the causes of stress in teenagers, reveal how stereotypical 'teen behaviour' is often the symptom and not the disease, and most importantly how finding your own calm as a parent is the key first step towards meaningful connection with your teen.

Drawing on her insight into how childhood today differs from the past, Kirstin shares practical advice that works in the real world of parenting.

Resilient Kids is #1 on FeedSpot's Top 15 New Zealand Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_zealand_parenting_podcasts/

Resources:

Free guide: https://www.kirstinbarchia.com.au/connection

Calm connection workshop: ⁠https://www.kirstinbarchia.com.au/ccw

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

Madeleine interviews Tim Curtis, SAS veteran, to explore a powerful topic which resonates with the core of this podcast: building resilience. Together, they unpack how children can develop emotional and social resilience, discussing the growth that comes through struggle, and how letting kids work through challenges builds the confidence they need to successfully regulate and thrive in todays world. Tim also shares practical tips and advice that parents can implement to help kids face setbacks and recover stronger than ever.Resilient Kids is #1 on FeedSpot's Top 15 New Zealand Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/new_zealand_parenting_podcasts/

Resources:

Resilience Shield Website: https://resilienceshield.com/

Building Resilient Kids: https://resilienceshield.com/kids/

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

In this episode, host Madeleine talks with Judith Yeabsley, feeding specialist and author, about all things picky eating. They explore why some kids are fussy with food, what’s normal (and what’s not), and how parents can take the pressure off mealtimes. Judith shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for helping children build a better relationship with food, without battles or bribery. Whether you're dealing with a toddler who only eats crackers or a school-aged child stuck in a food rut, this episode is packed with insight and encouragement.

Resources:

https://calendly.com/judith-23/bookatimewithjudithhttps://theconfidenteater.com/books/

https://www.facebook.com/theconfidenteater

https://www.instagram.com/theconfidenteater/

https://bsky.app/profile/theconfidenteater.bsky.social

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

This time Madeleine speaks with Dr Barker-Clarke about the complex world of sexting and image sharing among young people. This conversation covers what sexting looks like today, how kids think about it, and why open, non-judgmental conversations matter more than ever. Dr Barker-Clarke shares insights from her personal research, including the most effective methods of teaching kids about online safety and consent, and why it’s so important to approach the topic from the child’s perspective.

Whether you’re unsure how to bring it up or just want to better understand what your kids might be facing, this episode offers practical advice and a thoughtful look at a tough but important issue.

Resources:

https://netsafe.org.nz/

https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents

https://www.keepitrealonline.govt.nz/

https://thelightproject.co.nz/

https://www.intheknow.co.nz/

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/parenting4digitalfuture/

https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/report-remove/

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com

In this episode host Madeleine interviews Sarah Aiono, a parent and expert in the role of play in the development of children.

Sarah and Madeleine discuss tips on how to make routines fun, as well as the best ways to help children manage failure. They delve into topics such as device usage, as well as exploring why being bored might actually be an important step in the process of developing creativity and problem solving skills.

Resources: https://learningthroughplay.com/

https://www.playcentre.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Schema-A3-posters.pdf

https://www.facebook.com/longwortheducation/

Madeleine's website: https://www.peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz/

Get in touch: resilientkidspod@gmail.com