OMG. You catch your teen hassling for nude pics. What the hell do you do?   How to have those awkward conversations with your teenagers about sexting, consent and protecting yourself online.   ..read more

Is your teenager stressed at school?   Have they got a worrying porn habit?   Are you having dramas with another parent who has different rules to you?   In the new season of Parental As Anything: Teens, teen educator Bec Sparrow finds practical solutions for your teenage-sized problems and we want your questions!   Parents of teen boys, we’re looking at you especially.   Send an email to teens@abc.net.au Brand new episodes coming soon, make sure you follow us on ABC Listen or your favourite podcast app.   ..read more

Raising teens can be tough. Don’t panic! Teen whisperer, Rebecca Sparrow is here to help you through the drama and worry in a brand-new podcast from Parental As Anything ..read more

Nothing truly prepares you for becoming a parent, but some of the best advice comes from other mums or dads – even famous ones like Hamish Blake. In this special episode, Maggie Dent hands the reins over to the Parental As Anything community for you to share your best parenting hacks. Even comedian Hamish Blake shares his top tip for keeping kids entertained. The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional ..read more

Are you ready for high school? Starting high school is a massive change for both you and your tween. How do you get them ready and help them through the ups and downs of Year 7? Youth coach Claire Eaton and Maggie Dent share their practical tips for the weeks before they start, routines to keep them on track and handling the rough patches. The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional ..read more

The Golden Couple of News is back. And so are the spiral perms, shoulder pads and boxy '80s cars. The Newsreader Podcast is the ABC's official companion podcast to the hit ABC TV drama The Newsreader, returning on September 10. Hosted by journo buddies of over 20 years, Leigh Sales and Lisa Millar, The Newsreader Podcast gives an access-all-areas pass to on-set gossip; never before heard stories from the writers' room and the inside rail on the real-life news events that inspired the series. Join Lisa and Leigh as they meet the stars of the show, chat with the creators and dive deep, episode-b ..read more

Like it or not, children will learn to swear from school, videos, even their parents. So what can you do to stop your child being a pottymouth?  In this Help Me, Maggie episode Maggie Dent explains why children might swear, how to discourage them from using offensive words and what to say if you slip up and swear in front of them.  The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional.  Host: Maggie Dent  Producer: Josie Sargent  ..read more

Sleep deprivation is a silent epidemic among our teenagers, according to paediatric and adolescent sleep specialist, Dr Chris Seton. With screen time, social media and gaming competing for our teenager's attention, sleep disruption is at an all-time high. Dr Seton tells Maggie Dent about the devastating effects sleep deprivation has on our teenagers. From social, emotional and mental health problems to declining academic performance, it is a wake-up call for parents to make sleep a priority. The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal s ..read more

If your child is struggling to read or write, they may be among the 10 per cent of people who have dyslexia. What is it? How can it impact a child’s education, self-esteem and mental health?  Maggie Dent speaks to Sarah Asome, a school principal and mum of dyslexic children, from advocacy group CodeREAD, and psychologist Dr Craig Wright from Understanding Minds. Together they discuss the signs of dyslexia, seeking a diagnosis and what parents can do to support their child at school and at home.  The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account y ..read more

Life with children means more stress, less sleep and less time for you. And when all of your energy goes to raising kids, what’s left for your spouse?   In this Help Me, Maggie episode Maggie Dent gives tips on what adults can do to stay connected in the chaos, why effective communication is key and what to do when the bad moods of teenagers wear off on the whole household.  The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional.  Hos ..read more