Majellan Media Podcasts

Majellan Media Podcasts

by Majellan Media

Parenting Relationships

Season 2

The big picture of sibling friendships a Parenting Session with Rachel Schofield

In this important parenting session we welcome Rachel Schofield who talks about the positive results that can come from a solid relationship between siblings. She also explains why so many siblings struggle to connect and provides handy tips on what parents can do to encourage a more harmonious relationship between their children. Rachel Schofield is a Parent Coach, Professional Member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists, and Mum of two boys. You can let Rachel know how you go in the Sibling Challenges she offers in each session on her Facebook page - look for the Challenge posts. Download Rachel's free pdf Siblings Guide & Workbook that accompanies these Sessions. It gives you the key points from the podcasts, explains strategies and offers you reflection questions so you can figure out how to build better relationships between your kids. Learn more about Rachel on her Facebook page and website https://www.facebook.com/RachelSchofield.au/ rachelschofield.com/siblings

Dealing with Sibling Rivalry. A Parenting Session with Rachel Schofield

In this Parenting Session on Sibling Struggles, Parent Coach Rachel Schofield talks about sibling rivalries and what leads to conflict in the home. She says some families experience more problems, but there are some simple things parents can do to assist their children. Rachel, who is a professional member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists and mum to two children, provides tips on what parents can do to ease the tension in their household. Rachel Schofield is a Parent Coach, Professional Member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists, and Mum of two boys. You can let Rachel know how you go in the Sibling Challenges she offers in each session on her Facebook page – look for the Challenge posts. Download Rachel’s free pdf Siblings Guide & Workbook that accompanies these Sessions. It gives you the key points from the podcasts, explains strategies and offers you reflection questions so you can figure out how to build better relationships between your kids. Learn more about Rachel on her Facebook page and website https://www.facebook.com/RachelSchofield.au/

Understanding the Teenage Brain Parenting Session

The teenage brain is an interesting topic of discussion as most parents would agree. Author, parenting expert and CEO of Win Win Parenting, Rosina McAlpine says teens tend to be socially and emotionally immature during their teenage years. And because of this, teenagers and their issues can be problematic for parents, teachers and carers. Rosina has some tips for parents who may have one or more teenagers at home who maybe going through a rebellious stage. This podcast provides a fascinating insight into the teenage brain and despite what many teenagers believe, parents are not trying to curb their fun. Rosina says it’s all about love and connection.

Diffusing Family Tensions - Parenting session

n this Parenting Session Rachel Schofield discusses tensions and issues amongst siblings and helps parents identify the issues that lead to most disagreements and tensions. She then explains practical strategies parents can put in place to assist their grumpy, tense children. Another important topic she covers is problems that arise when one child feels they’re not being treated fairly because an older brother or sister appears to have privileges that the younger child doesn’t because of the age difference. This Parenting Session is sure to offer relief to parents having to deal with conflict in their family. Rachel Schofield is a Parent Coach, Professional Member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists, and Mum of two boys. You can let Rachel know how you go in the Sibling Challenges she offers in each session on her Facebook page – look for the Challenge posts. Download Rachel’s free pdf Siblings Guide & Workbook that accompanies these Sessions. It gives you the key points from the podcasts, explains strategies and offers you reflection questions so you can figure out how to build better relationships between your kids.

Giggle Games Parenting Session

In this Session Rachel explains how to use Giggle Games. These are games to help a child adjust to a new sibling, games to help with sibling squabbles and games to build lasting sibling bonds. The session is filled with great ideas on what games to use, how to use them and how effective Giggle Games are in helping children in dealing with many issues. Rachel Schofield is a Parent Coach, Professional Member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists, and Mum of two boys. You can let Rachel know how you go in the Sibling Challenges she offers in each session on her Facebook page – look for the Challenge posts. Download Rachel’s free pdf Siblings Guide & Workbook that accompanies these Sessions. It gives you the key points from the podcasts, explains strategies and offers you reflection questions so you can figure out how to build better relationships between your kids.

Raising Healthy Kids Figuring out Families - Parenting Session

Give your kids the best start in life. In this Parenting Session Dr Rosina McAlpine explains how a child can function more effectively through diet and exercise and how they play crucial roles in the physical and mental wellbeing. These are very valuable life skills for your child. The benefits of the Health and Well-being life skills for kids are that they increase a child's knowledge of nutrition and exercise and reduce the likelihood of childhood obesity and ill health. After listening to the podcast find out more at Dr Rosina’s website here

Grandparents Special Love - Parenting Session with Dr Robyn Mills

n this latest Parenting Session podcast we talk to Robyn Mills about the special love grandparents have for their grandchildren and how they can teach a child about love. Robyn, a grandmother of six who has worked in the health field for 47 years in areas such as psychology and nursing, says grandparents can teach children from a young age to show love: respect, compassion, sharing and kindness. Robyn also provides tips on the fun ways love can be taught to young people and how a grandparent can prepare a child for the arrival of a new sibling into the family.

Strengthening Family Practices - Parenting Session with Rachel Schofield

Rounding off Rachel's sessions on building sibling relationships and strengthening family bonds in this session she provides more great ideas to help siblings grow and thrive together. In the podcast Rachel explains practical strategies and practices that every family can use. Rachel Schofield is a Parent Coach, Professional Member of the Australian Association of Family Therapists, and Mum of two boys. You can let Rachel know how you go in the Sibling Challenges she offers in each session on her Facebook page – look for the Challenge posts. Download Rachel’s free pdf Siblings Guide & Workbook that accompanies these Sessions. It gives you the key points from the podcasts, explains strategies and offers you reflection questions so you can figure out how to build better relationships between your kids.

Break free to be all you can be!

Dr Robyn Mills talks about the benefits of positive thinking and how to free ourselves from the shackles of past negative influencers. Robyn has worked in the health field for 47 years in areas such as psychology, nursing, and natural medicine and is a grandmother of six. She says some people spend a lifetime thinking they are hopeless at certain tasks, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Robyn says it’s important for people to take on a different mindset and set challenges for themselves. She says if a particular family member’s behaviour is such that it affects the whole family, there are things that person can do to improve themselves which will lead to a more harmonious household. She reminds us we can achieve anything we set our minds to.

Season 3

Preparing for Marriage Session 1 With Andrew & Veronica Schoenmaekers

Pre-marriage education programs aim to help couples build stronger relationships as they prepare for marriage – and a lifetime together! They are designed to help couples to put relationship theory into practice and learn how to: explore their relationship’s strengths and differences find ways to grow their friendship build skills to navigate and manage conflict discuss the challenges that they may face and plan positive ways to respond think creatively about a vision for their future and the marriage they want to build In these Preparing for Marriage Sessions Andrew and Veronica Schoenmaekers who have been married for 42 years share their experience as facilitators of the FOCCUS marriage preparation program for over 16 years. These podcasts are a great resources for anyone considering marriage. You can also view a great pre-marriage resource here

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