Recommended Podcasts

Daniel Siegel. A Professor of Psychiatry and someone who I respect and listen to regarding how the brain is shaped by relationships, what it means to be human and how to raise and interact with children - ‘The Four S’s ‘ of secure attachment: Seen, Soothed, Safe and Secure.

I recently listened to this in the car over a couple of days and I have to say, it is a captivating and thought provoking listen.

Dr. Dana Suskind is a pediatric cochlear implant surgeon and a leading researcher in the field of early childhood language development. I have read her book ‘30 Million Words’ and it is profound! In this conversation, she talks about quality and quantity of words children are exposed to in the first few years of life can have a profound impact on their brain development and future success.

This podcast is an insightful and warm conversation on matrescence.

What’s matrescence?

It’s defined as the physical, psychological and emotional changes that a woman experiences as she transitions to motherhood. The profound changes that occur to her identity, relationships with herself, others and the world. The podcast also explores expectations, family structure, the need for social support and community.I really enjoyed this one.

The Child Psych Podcast provides insightful discussions on child psychology, development, and behaviour and explores a wide range of topics, from emotional regulation and social skills to parenting techniques and mental health.

The Brain Architects Podcast, hosted by The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, delves into the science of early childhood development and how parents, caregivers, and educators can support a child’s brain development from birth through the early years. Featuring leading experts in neuroscience and child development, it’s a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand and apply the latest research to help children thrive

I am personally obsessed with Lynn Lyons and this podcast! She is an expert on all things anxiety; a clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and anxiety expert specialising in treating children, teens, and families as a whole

She is particularly known for her practical, skills-based approach to managing anxiety and breaking patterns of worry and overprotection in families.

This podcast is incredibly helpful for understanding and managing anxious children and parents. She is practical, warm, humorous, and very engaging.

This podcast from Association Montessori Internationale explores authentic Montessori education through interviews with experts, educators, and parents. Covering topics from child development and independence to prepared environments and lifelong learning, this podcast offers insightful discussions and practical wisdom straight from the global Montessori community

A friend of mine told me about Janet Lansbury soon after I had my child so I bought her books and was hooked! She offers calm, respectful parenting advice based on the RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) approach, developed by Magda Gerber. This podcast focuses on raising confident, independent, and emotionally secure children. She has practical insights and helps parents navigate tricky moments with empathy and clarity, encouraging trust in a child’s natural development.

This podcast offers practical, down-to-earth guidance for parents and educators looking to incorporate Montessori into everyday life. Simone Davies shares insights on raising curious, independent, and kind children, interviews Montessori experts, and answers real parenting questions—all in a warm and accessible way.