Have you ever looked at a toddler and thought…why on Earth are you doing that?! Well, you’re not alone. In this bonus episode, we hear from Matty J and Fiona Falkiner to find out what it is their toddler is doing that they just don’t seem to understand. From post-daycare meltdowns to parental preferences, toddlers have a unique way of expressing themselves that can sometimes be challenging to comprehend. So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares some wisdom and practical tips to help understand toddler behaviour and how to manage it. This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO ..read more

There's a big wide world out there, and everyday is an opportunity for our toddlers to learn and grow... but what happens when external influences come into the mix.  From pre-school friends, to TV ads and family members, our toddlers manage a lot of external influences every single day.  So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares with us some ways to keep your little one safe from negative influences and encourage them towards more positive ones. This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPL ..read more

Did you know kids start lying as young as three years old. Sometimes when our little ones tell tall tales it’s cute… but when does it err into the side of being a problem? This episode we dive into the real reason why little kids lie, what it means and how we can encourage the truth.  This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. HAVE YOUR SAY: We know it can be tricky raising little humans and that's why we want to hear from you! Click this link, and complete this short survey and to thank you for you ..read more

Do you ever find yourself talking to your toddler, but it seems like they're in their own little world? Why is it so hard to get your child to actually listen? It turns out one of the biggest reasons we're getting tuned out is our approach as parents... go figure!  So this episode parenting expert Gen Muir shares with host Leigh Campbell some helpful tips and techniques to encourage better communication and listening in our toddlers This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. HAVE YOUR SAY ..read more

As parents, our goal is to help our pre-schoolers become the best versions of themselves… but how can we nurture their confidence so they're not afraid to pursue big adventures and challenges? This episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares with host Leigh Campbell all the ways to build confidence in your toddler... and it all starts with preparation.  This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. HAVE YOUR SAY: We know it can be tricky raising little humans and that's why we want to hear from you! Clic ..read more

There's nothing better than when you can hear all your children getting along, but let's be honest how often does that actually happen? This episode parenting expert Gen Muir takes host Leigh Campbell through all the ways to help ease sibling rivalry and tension in the home, and shares her tips and tricks on how to bring the magic back into your home.  This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. HAVE YOUR SAY: We know it can be tricky raising little humans and that's why we want to hear from you! Cli ..read more

Do you remember meeting your first ever friend? For so many of us it’s a cousin or sibling, or even the next door neighbour. But with so much learning and growing to do, how do toddlers even make friends? This episode we help you find ways to steer your toddlers towards good friends, away from not so nice ones, and find ways to help them be a good little friend themselves.  This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. HAVE YOUR SAY: We know it can be tricky raising little humans and that's why we want ..read more

Did you know, you only need to get it right with your kids 30% of the time?  We're back for season two of How To Build A Human, where host Leigh Campbell speaks with resident parenting expert Gen Muir to help create a operating guide for your toddler.  This episode is all about building resilient pre-schoolers, building healthy boundaries and learning how to deeply connect with your little one to make quality time that much more special.   This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. GE ..read more

We know when it comes to raising toddlers there is no instruction manual, so grab a notebook and get ready for How To Build A Human season two! Over the next eight weeks, host Leigh Campbell will be joined by parenting expert Gen Muir to create your guidebook for raising toddlers, talking about the topics you want to hear. Season two drops this Friday.  This podcast is made in partnership with LEGO® DUPLO® big bricks. We believe in building happy humans, Start Off Big with LEGO DUPLO. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamam ..read more

In 2011 Turia was running an ultramarathon in the Western Australian outback when she got caught in a grass fire. She suffered burns to 70% of her body - she had to learn to walk again and learn to live in a new reality. Now not only does she host her very own podcast, but she’s also the mum to two little boys, runs ultra-marathons, writes books, and wears a lot of hats. This is why today on the show she’s joining Leigh to talk about how she’s instilling resilience into her toddlers and how we can do the same. This podcast was made in partnership with the LEGO® DUPLO® Brand. We believe in buil ..read more