40 Best Australian Parenting Podcasts

1. Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

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The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness.MORE Host Dr Justin Coulson
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2. The Aware Parenting Podcast

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The Aware Parenting Podcast explores all elements of parenting through a developmental perspective. We explore why and how connection, attachment, compassionately understanding our own childhoods as parents, and listening to our children are the foundation to parenting with this particular kind of awareness. We are both Aware Parenting Instructors, certified by The Aware Parenting Institute, founded by Aletha Solter, Ph.D.MORE Host Marion Rose
Producer/Network Marion Rose, PhD.
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 11.8KTwitter 44Instagram 47.8K Avg Length 48 min Get Email Contact

3. Parenting Unpacked

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Welcome to Parenting Unpacked. A podcast for parents seeking evidence, empathy and kindness. Hosted by Child Development PhDs Dr. Siobhan Kennedy-Costantini and Dr. Kristyn Sommer. As mums we know how hard parenting is. We also know how much conflicting information exists out there in the parenting space. As experts in children's cognitive, social and emotional development we're here to help you unpack the science of parenting and to see the beauty in the grey. Join us every week as we bring you content from the science of parenting, with a good dose of empathy and common sense.MORE Hosts Dr Kristyn Sommer, Dr Siobhan Kennedy-Costantini
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Apple Rating 5/5Instagram 1.9K Avg Length 63 min Get Email Contact

4. This Glorious Mess

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A twice-weekly look at parenting as it truly is: confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. Join Tegan Natoli and Leigh Campell for This Glorious Mess Little Kids on Monday's. And Andrew Daddo and Holly Wainwright for This Glorious Mess Big Kids on Friday's.  It's all the disasters and delights of parenting with a healthy dose of advice from our trusted experts.MORE Hosts Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd
Producer/Network Mamamia Podcasts
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 2.7KTwitter 40Instagram 18.2K Avg Length 23 min Since Mar 2015 Get Email Contact

5. Parenting and Personalities

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One thing about being a parent there's no shortage of personalities to be surrounded by. Our kids, our partners, our family, our friends. They keep us laughing, growing, loving, and crying. If only they understood us. Like the musician Van Morrison once sang 'When people understand what I mean, mama said there will be days like this.' Adelaide Australia's Kate Mason is an author, wife, and mother who has spent her career studying personality and relationships.MORE Host Kate Mason
Producer/Network Stories and Strategies
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 301Twitter 9 Avg Length 30 min Get Email Contact

6. Raising Wildlings

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Welcome to Raising Wildlings, a podcast about parenting, alternative education and stepping into the wilderness, however that looks, with your family. Each week, we'll be interviewing experts that truly inspire us, to answer your parenting and education questions. We'll also be sharing stories from some incredible families that took the leap, and are taking the road less travelled. Whether you're a parent looking for tips on how to better handle those sibling squabbles and tantrums, a couple searching for ways to create more freedom within your family's lifestyle.MORE Hosts Nicki Farrell, Vicci Oliver
Producer/Network Vicci Oliver and Nicki Farrell
Email ****@wildlingsforestschool.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 18.6KInstagram 3.7K Avg Length 47 min Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

7. Parental As Anything with Maggie Dent

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How much screen time should you let your kids have? How do you talk to your tweens and teens about sex and consent? How do you keep your cool when your child throws a tantrum? Maggie Dent, one of Australia's favourite parenting authors and educators gives you practical tips and answers to your real-world parenting dilemmas. Maggie talks to parenting experts from around the world to find practical solutions to the challenges every parent is facing today.MORE Hosts Maggie Dent, Rebecca Sparrow
Producer/Network ABC listen
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Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 22 min Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

8. Help! I Have A Teenager

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Being a teenager has changed. A lot. There's TikTok, vaping, d*ck pics, there are Snap maps, selfies and filters...and it's all a potential battlefield for parents where the stakes feel impossibly high. So welcome to some real parenting talk. As both clinicians and parents, Dr. Ginni Mansberg and clinical psychologist Jo Lamble know first-hand how challenging it can be to raise adolescents.MORE Hosts Dr. Ginni Mansberg, Jo Lamble, Annaliese Todd, Stacey Hicks
Producer/Network Mamamia
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 1.3MTwitter 735Instagram 362.4K Avg Length 22 min Get Email Contact

9. First Time Mum's Chat

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Commencing your parenting journey is a big life changer and in this podcast I share tips and strategies to help and inspire you so you can build confidence in your parenting and forge a magic bond with your little one. Getting started as a mum is often a lonely, daunting journey and many feel alone and unsupported and lack a support network or village. For more than two decades, Helen Thompson has made it her mission to fill this gap and support mums as a childcare educator and more recently as a baby massage instructor.MORE Producer/Network Helen Thompson
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10. The She Births® Show

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The She Births® Show is a place that will inspire your birth, evolve your parenting and help you live a life you love. Nadine Richardson, the founder of She Births®, hosts a collection of conversations with special guests about better births, a philosophy of connected parenting, and conscious, healthy living. Each season includes topics for not only parents and parents-to-be but fellow birth professionals.MORE Producer/Network The Birthing Institute
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11. Missta Mums

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We are here to talk all things parenting struggles, juggles and baby bubbles plus everything in between. Follow along as we discover untold stories from our guests and dive deeper into the motherhood abyss.MORE Hosts Melinda Baxter, Demi Duncan
Producer/Network Demi Duncan and Melinda Baxter
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12. Baby Baking & Kid Raising

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So, you've decided it's time for a baby - or maybe you're an expert in the baby-making department already, either way - this podcast is for you! Baby Baking and Kid Raising is brought to you by two Australian health professionals - midwife and founder of Bumpnbub Aliza Carr and obstetrician, fertility specialist and gynecologist Dr. Joseph Sgroi. Being parents ourselves - we get it. The struggles, the triumphs, the overwhelm and the joy - we are right there with you...MORE Hosts Aliza Carr, Dr. Joseph Sgroi
Producer/Network Aliza Carr and Joseph Sgroi
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13. Virtual Parenting Hub's Podcast

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Parenting Podcasts.Virtual Parenting Hub is a platform that empowers families by providing evidence-based parenting advice.
Producer/Network Parenting Genie
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14. The Parenting Collective

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Donna Moala is Certified Paediatric Sleep Consultant, wife & mother of 3, supporting families throughout the world with her 1:1 guidance, for them to be able to achieve the miracle of sleep, via in home consults or zoom.  Donna Moala is the founder of Bub2sleep. Donna is heart driven and passionate about spreading all the positive, biological, evidence based sleep truth, to make sleep support a positive experience.MORE Host Donna Moala
Producer/Network Donna Moala
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15. The Parent Hope Podcast

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Clarity & hope for parents in these anxious times with Dr Jenny Brown. This podcast features examples from the frontlines of parenting, plus discussions with parents and helpers considering how best to be a positive resource for their child's wellbeing. It draws from research and Bowen family systems theory revealing that families do best when the parent focuses on managing themself and clarifying parenting principles rather than changing the child.MORE Host Jenny Brown
Producer/Network Jenny Brown
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16. Connection First

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Fabi is on a mission to promote a connection-based relationship with our kids. She is a Conscious Parenting advocate and believes that by working on our own healing and inner health, we can be the parents we want to be and our children need. Fabi is an immigrant mum from Venezuela who has lived between Sydney and London for 14 years. She's excited to share her learnings and experiences with you, in English and Español. MORE Host Fabiana Coll
Producer/Network Fabiana Coll
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17. Unscripted with Alex

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Host Alex Shepherd chats with guests about health related topics to help empower young families in making choices that are best for them and their children.
Producer/Network Alexandra Shepherd
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18. The Raising Humans Kind Podcast

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The Raising Humans Kind Podcast is where Ashleigh, a Family Psychologist, shares what really matters when it comes to parenting young children. The more information we have about parenting, it seems the more we've lost our way. This podcast will guide you along your journey so that you can be confident you're focusing on what really counts.MORE Host Ashleigh Warner
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19. How To Build A Human

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Having a toddler is one of the most exciting phases of being a parent. It's also one of the most demanding. They need you all the time, they're also learning and growing all the time. It's why the wisdom and support of 'the village' is crucial in the pre-school years.That's where How To Build A Human comes in. Over 8 weeks, join Leigh Campbell as she speaks to our resident parenting expert Gen Muir, to work out the perfect ingredients it takes to raise a well-rounded child - ready for their big future. MORE Hosts Leigh Campbell, Genevieve Muir
Producer/Network Mamamia
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20. Parent Like A Psychologist

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When your children don't fit the mould, it can cause a lot of friction unless the adults in their lives can be flexible. This podcast is all about moulding ourselves to what our kids need to forge an easier, calmer path in parenting. Moulding your parenting and expectations. Moulding your child's environment and skills. I've got the evidence based strategies, but parents are the change makers so let's do this together. Come on in!MORE Host Leanne Tran
Producer/Network Leanne Tran
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21. Tales From The Fourth Trimester

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A podcast dedicated to the beauty and brutality of new parenthood - because giving birth is the beginning, but postpartum is forever. Created by postpartum doula Naomi Chrisoulakis, each week she chats to women about their postpartum experiences and asks experts to share their wisdom. MORE Host Naomi Chrisoulakis
Producer/Network Naomi Chrisoulakis
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 718Instagram 17K Avg Length 56 min Get Email Contact

22. Too Peas In A Podcast Mandy Hose and Kate Jones

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Listen to Mandy and Kate laugh (a lot) and cry as they chat to each other and friends about parenting multiples with disabilities and additional needs.
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 3KTwitter 502Instagram 2.6K Avg Length 53 min Get Email Contact

23. Not Another Parenting Podcast

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This is NOT your typical parenting podcast. You won't get advice on the best way to swaddle your child, how to have 'the talk' or whether to give them pocket money. This podcast, hosted by Sarah McGilvray and Catherine Mahoney, is a safe place for any parent who gets to the end of the week thinking 'How did I keep my children alive?'MORE Producer/Network Nova Podcasts
Email ****@novapodcasts.com.au
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 230.4KTwitter 65.9KInstagram 13.2K Avg Length 24 min Get Email Contact

24. Babytalk

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Welcome to parenthood, the most exhausting, exhilarating, and emotional ride of your life! ABC Babytalk is all about the roller-coaster ride of having a baby in your life.
Host Penny Johnston
Producer/Network ABC Podcasts
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Apple Rating 4/5Facebook 6.8KTwitter 355Instagram 1.2K Avg Length 28 min Since Mar 2019 Get Email Contact

25. Parenting with PLAY

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Fall back in love with parenting (and your child) again. Join Helena Mooney and guests to find out how to help your child thrive while transforming challenging behaviour such as aggression, anxiety, bedtimes, tantrums, sibling rivalry, and so much more.MORE Host Helena Mooney
Producer/Network Helena Mooney
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 28 min Get Email Contact

26. The Aware Parenting and Natural Learning Podcast

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Marion and Joss are both passionate about Aware Parenting and Natural Learning. This podcast will explore these beautiful approaches and provide information and inspiration to support other families who are called to practise these together too.Marion is a Level Two Aware Parenting instructor, the regional coordinator for Australia and New Zealand, and the mother of two adult children. You can find her work at www.marionrose.netMORE Producer/Network The Aware Parenting and Natural Learning Podcast
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27. Dr Golly and the Experts

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We all go into parenting as beginners. But imagine the learning curve when things don't go to plan. Dr Golly delves into the hard-earned wisdom of parents who have faced tough times and come out the other side as… the Experts. MORE Host Dr Golly
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28. Parenting Community Podcast

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Every Monday Morning 5amParenting Community Podcast is your parenting time to Laugh, Cry, Vent and learn how to thrive as a parent and individual. Your Parenting Community Podcast is a supportive parenting space where we will share all our life lessons and stories.My name is Che' Ruddell your Parenting Community Podcast host. I am a mum of 3 beautiful children, a Registered Paediatric Nurse, Lactation Consultant and Children's Sleep Consultant.MORE Email ****@sissiaus.com
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29. The Parent's Podcast by Bravehearts

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Want to learn more about keeping your kids and young people safe?Bravehearts introduces The Parent's Podcast - a must-listen for all Australian parents and carers. Your hosts Carol Ronken and Mathew Sinclair interview some of Australia's most highly esteemed thought leaders in internet safety to provide parents with the most up-to-date and useful information.MORE Hosts Carol Ronken, Mathew Sinclair
Producer/Network Bravehearts Foundation
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30. 2 Dads and a Yarn

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2 Australian Intended dads explore parenthood in their preparation for becoming dads.
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31. Kiddipedia Podcast

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I know there's no magic handbook on parenting that can solve all our problems or a wise guru sat somewhere on top of a mountain who can answer all our millions of questions. As Australia's leading parenting advice website and a world-leading parenting resource, Kiddipedia is committed to delivering evidence-based information from leading industry experts, and thoughts leaders, to help you be the best parent you can be. Together, let's give children the life they deserve and a positive future.MORE Producer/Network Kiddipedia
Email ****@kiddipedia.com.au
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32. The Edge of Parenthood

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Welcome to The Edge of Parenthood, the brand new podcast where we chat with expecting parents. Join us as we deep dive into topics that matter to parents-to-be as they prepare for their baby's arrival. We record with each guest twice, capturing their perspectives both before and after their baby is born,  meaning you get to hear all the expectations meets reality insights.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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33. Parenting Grit

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Faith-filled real talk about family life the ups, the downs, and everything in the middle.Series 2 of the monthly podcast featuring 20-minute episodes hosted by Ps Genevieve Hays and hubby, Derek and covering several ages and stages of parenting and child life and featuring humour, authenticity and a biblical framework, we know this will bring encouragement and inspiration to your parenting journey.MORE Producer/Network C3 Hepburn Heights
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34. SportsParenthood

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Ferrying your kids to games and training sessions, packing snacks, cheering from the sideline, there's canteen duty, timekeeping, scoring, coaching, and committees? You know the drill. Join fellow sports parents, John and Tiffany Bonasera, for interviews with sportspeople, coaches, professionals, and parents on what it takes to be a good sports parent. You'll hear in-depth conversations and different perspectives that'll give you clues - those golden nuggets of information - to help inform the way you sport parent.MORE Hosts Tiffany Bonasera, John Bonasera
Producer/Network Tiffany Bonasera
Email ****@sportsparenthood.com.au
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35. The Good Enough Dad with Maggie Dent

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Aiming to be a GOOD dad is important. But you know what? Being a good ENOUGH Dad is how you ace it. The Good Enough Dad is hosted by Maggie Dent parenting author, educator, and champion of boys and men. Chatting to committed, funny and loving dads about their wins and fails  Maggie offers awesome tips and insights into all the ways dads can feel good enough at this parenting gig.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Maggie Dent
Producer/Network Maggie Dent
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36. Navigating the Teenage Years

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Welcome to 'Navigating the Teenage Years,' a podcast series designed to support and empower parents as they navigate the intricate world of raising teenagers. Based on the live presentations by Graham Hyman, this series aims to provide parents with a deeper understanding of what goes on in their teens' lives and offer practical strategies for fostering healthy relationships.In each episode, we delve into a range of topics, including communication, emotional well-being, peer pressure, identity development, academic challenges, and more.MORE Producer/Network Parenting Teens
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