Help Your Kids...

About Help Your Kids...

Parenting doesn't come with a handbook... but it can come with a podcast! Welcome to Help Your Kids, the podcast designed for parents who want practical advice, real stories, and a few laughs along the way, as they navigate how to help their kids through a variety of situations. We are your hosts, Dr Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, two highly-experienced therapists. We’re here to guide you with warmth, wisdom, and a sprinkle of humour. Whether it’s school challenges, friendships, figuring out some pretty big feelings, or needing time to care of yourself as the parent, we’ve got your back, one episode at a time. Join us each Monday, with a cuppa in hand! Because when it comes to helping your kids, it really does take a village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Paragon Creative Studios

Category

education · health & fitness · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Sept 2025

Latest episode

3 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Aug 2026

   Help Your Kids With Burnout

   Season 2 | Episode 8 | Help Your Kids with Burnout | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that is becoming increasingly common among children and young people: burnout. In this episode, we explore: • What burnout can look like in children and why it’s often mistaken for tiredness, laziness, or a lack of motivation • Some of the pressures that can contribute to burnout, from school and extracurricular activities to social expectations • How you can recognise the signs early and support your child in finding a healthier balance Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle reassurance, and real-life insights to help families understand burnout and respond with empathy and confidence. Whether your child seems emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by daily demands, or simply isn't quite themselves, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped with practical ways to support their wellbeing. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts! Produced by Paragon Creative Studios. (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   20 Jul 2026

   Help Your Kids With The Manosphere

   Season 2 | Episode 7 | Help Your Kids with The Manosphere | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many parents are becoming increasingly aware of: the manosphere. In this episode, we explore: • What the manosphere is and why it's gaining so much attention online • Why young people can be drawn towards this type of content and the influence it can have on their beliefs, relationships, and self-esteem • How you can have open, supportive conversations with your child and encourage healthy critical thinking in the digital world Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical insights, gentle guidance, and real-life strategies to help families navigate difficult online influences with confidence and compassion. Whether you're concerned about the content your child is consuming online or simply want to better understand the conversations shaping young people's lives today, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support your child. Contact us at helpyourkidspodcast@gmail.com Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts! Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   6 Jul 2026

   Help Your Kids With Comparison

   Season 2 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids with Comparison | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. This week, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many children and young people struggle with: comparison. In this episode, we explore: • Why children naturally compare themselves to others and how this can affect their confidence and self-esteem • The impact of social media, friendships, and everyday pressures on the way children see themselves • What you can do to help your child build self-worth and appreciate their own unique strengths Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help families navigate comparison with compassion and confidence. Whether your child is comparing their appearance, friendships, achievements, or abilities, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support them in a world that often encourages comparison. Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts! Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

4. 

   22 Jun 2026

   Help Your Kids With Therapy

   Season 2 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids with Therapy | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many parents are curious about but often feel unsure of: therapy. In this episode, we explore: • What therapy for children actually looks like and how it works • Some of the signs that your child may benefit from additional support • Where to find support • How to de-stigmatise the idea of therpay • How therapy can help children understand their emotions and develop healthy coping strategies Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical insights, gentle reassurance, and real-life experiences to help take the mystery out of therapy and answer some of the questions families often have. Whether you're considering therapy for your child, wondering if now is the right time to seek support, or simply wanting to understand more about the therapeutic process, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and confident in your parenting journey. Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

5. 

   8 Jun 2026

   Help Your Kids With Body Image

   Season 2 | Episode 4 | Help Your Kids with Body Image | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that affects children and young people more than ever before: body image. In this episode, we explore: • How children develop beliefs about their bodies and appearance • The impact of social media, peers, and everyday conversations • What parents can do to help build confidence, self-worth, and a positive body image Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help families navigate this important topic with confidence and compassion. Whether your child is becoming more aware of their appearance, comparing themselves to others, or struggling with self-esteem, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and equipped to support them. Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios. (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

6. 

   25 May 2026

   Help Your Kids With Motivation

   Season 2 | Episode 3 | Help Your Kids… with Motivation Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic many parents find themselves thinking about: motivation. In this episode, we explore: Why motivation can look different from child to child What might really be going on when children seem “unmotivated” How you can encourage confidence, independence, and resilience without pressure or conflict Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights to help you better understand what drives your child and how to support them in a healthy, sustainable way. Whether your child is struggling with schoolwork, routines, confidence, or simply finding their spark, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and connected in your parenting journey. Get in touch with Mish and Shelley > helpyourkidspodcast@gmail.com Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios. (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

7. 

   11 May 2026

   Help Your Kids… with Emotionally Based School Avoidance

   Season 2 | Episode 2 | Help Your Kids… with Emotionally Based School Avoidance Welcome to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids. Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic many families are navigating right now: emotionally based school avoidance. In this episode, we explore: Why some children find it genuinely difficult to attend school How anxiety and overwhelm can show up in different ways What you can do to support your child, even when things feel stuck or uncertain Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights that can make a meaningful difference during challenging school mornings. Whether your child is struggling to attend, feeling anxious about school, or finding transitions particularly tough, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and supported in your parenting journey. Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios. (paragoncreativestudios.co.uk) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

8. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Help Your Kids With ... Neurodiversity

   Season 2 | Episode 1 | Help Your Kids… with Neurodiversity | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids! Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that many people are navigating more and more everyday : neurodiversity. In this episode, we explore: What neurodiversity really means, and why every child’s brain works in its own unique way How neurodivergence can show up differently from child to child Practical ways you can support your child to feel understood, confident, and accepted Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life insights that can make a meaningful difference at home and at school. Whether your child has a diagnosis, is waiting for support, or you’re simply noticing that they experience the world a little differently, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, reassured, and empowered in your parenting journey. Keep in touch with your hosts Dr Mish Seabrook ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mish-seabrook-4158783b/) LinkedIn Shelley Smith (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-smith-477479106/) LinkedIn Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios. (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

9. 

   24 Nov 2025

   Help Your Kids... By Helping Yourself

   Season 1 | Episode 6 | Help Your Kids … by Helping Yourself | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome back to Help Your Kids, if you’ve been feeling stretched thin as a parent, this is the podcast for you! In this episode, your hosts Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, flip the script - because sometimes, the best way to support your child is by taking care of you first! We know parenting can be all-consuming, and putting your own needs on the backburner might feel like the norm. But what if prioritising your wellbeing actually made you a more present, calm, and connected parent? Here’s what we explore Why self-care isn't selfish, it’s essential How kids are deeply influenced by the emotional climate around them Simple ways to check in with yourself (even when you're short on time or energy) What to do when guilt creeps in, and how to reframe it The impact of modelling healthy boundaries, rest, and emotional regulation for your kids. Taking care of yourself isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being real, and giving your child the gift of a parent who’s human too. As always, we’re right here with you - helping you build more clarity, calm, and connection, one step at a time. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

10. 

    10 Nov 2025

    Help Your Kids With... Grief

    Season 1 | Episode 5 | Help Your Kids … with Grief | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome back to Help Your Kids, the podcast that helps you navigate the most sensitive parts of parenting. In this episode, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, gently explore a topic that touches every family at some point - grief. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a pet, a friendship, a school, or even just routine. Grief is an emotional response to change - and change happens all the time. Handled with honesty and compassion, we cover : Why every person’s experience of grief is unique, and why that’s okay How to acknowledge grief, no matter how big or small How grief can feel like loosing a part of yourself, and how to make peace with that The role of closure and how endings and conversations can help kids (and adults) process the situation Ways to support your child’s grief journey even while you're still figuring out your own As always, we’re here for you. Supporting your child through grief may bring up emotions you weren’t expecting, that’s part of the journey. You’re not alone. New episodes drop every other Monday. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

11. 

    27 Oct 2025

    Help Your Kids With... Mental Health

    Season 1 | Episode 4 | Help Your Kids … with Mental Health | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome back to Help Your Kids, the podcast that helps you navigate the tricky parts of parenting. In this episode, your hosts Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic that can feel daunting, but doesn't have to be. Just like we check in on cuts and colds, bumps and bruises, it’s time we start checking in on our kids' mental wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect from this thoughtful and practical conversation: Why normalising mental health conversations will help break the stigma How your body language, tone, and physical presence can make a bigger impact than the words themselves Why active, side-by-side conversations (like while driving or walking) can create a more comfortable space for honesty The power of saying “I don’t know what to say, but I’m here” - and why that’s often enough As always, we’re here for you, too - because showing up for your child’s mental health can bring up a lot of feelings for you as a parent. And that’s okay. You don’t need to be a therapist, just someone who listens without judgment and keeps the conversation going. New episodes drop every other Monday, helping you start your week with more clarity, calm, and connection. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

12. 

    13 Oct 2025

    Help Your Kids With Scary Topics

    Season 1 | Episode 3 | Help Your Kids … with Scary Topics | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to another episode of Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that helps you navigate the real-life stuff, especially when it gets hard to talk about. In this episode, your hosts Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith tackle some of the hardest but most important conversations parents face. These topics can feel overwhelming, even scary, but we gently guide you through how to talk about them in a way that feels safe and respectful. Here’s what to expect in this powerful episode: Why normalizing difficult conversations is essential to building trust and emotional safety How to reassure your kids that it's okay to feel big feelings, and that no emotion is "wrong" Removing shame and conflict so that your child feels comfortable coming to you with the hard stuff How to help your kids build a healthy emotional toolkit, including coping strategies that create a “buffer zone” between their thoughts and their actions. And equally as important, we offer support for YOU as the parent, because these conversations can be triggering, vulnerable, and emotionally exhausting. You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to show up, open-hearted and willing to keep the door open. New episodes drop every other Monday, so you can start your week with more clarity, calm, and connection. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://open.acast.com/networks/6647634e56d2d80012f725da/shows/68b57e3335734dc719affc31/episodes/Paragon%20Creative%20Studios) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

13. 

    29 Sept 2025

    Help Your Kids With Social Media

    Season 1 | Episode 2 | Help Your Kids … with Social Media | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome back to Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to support you through all the highs and lows of raising kids! In this week’s episode, your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrook and Shelley Smith dive into the role that social media plays in shaping our children’s mental health. We unpack some big questions: Why is social media such a powerful source of pressure for kids today? How does seeing fake or filtered content mess with their self-image and expectations? What happens when they’re exposed to things they just aren’t ready to process? Is social media replacing real-life relationships and meaningful connection? Plus, we chat about the hit TV series Adolescence and how it reflects the real (and sometimes raw) experiences of growing up today, as well as sharing our takes on the ground-breaking book The Anxious Generation. Join us as we reflect importance being present with your kids in a world that never stops scrolling, offering friendly, practical ways to help your child navigate online life without losing their real-life grounding. Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

14. 

    15 Sept 2025

    Help Your Kids With Anxiety

    Season 1 | Episode 1 | Help Your Kids ... with Anxiety | Help Your Kids Podcast Welcome to the very first episode of Help Your Kids, the parenting podcast that’s here to walk alongside you through all the challenges and joys of raising emotionally healthy kids! Your hosts, Dr. Mish Seabrooke and Shelley Smith, dive into a topic so many families deal with on a daily basis: anxiety. In this episode, we explore Why anxiety is a totally normal (and sometimes even helpful) emotion How it can present itself in different ways in different kids! What you can do to support your child, even if you don’t have all the answers Mish and Shelley bring their unique perspective as both therapists and parents, sharing practical grounding tools, gentle mindset shifts, and real-life tips that can make a big difference. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, social worries, or overwhelm, this episode will leave you feeling more confident, calm, and connected in your parenting journey. Our episodes drop every other Monday, to set you up well and offer some gentle reminders for the week ahead. Catch us wherever you stream your podcasts! Produced by Paragon Creative Studios (https://www.paragoncreativestudios.co.uk/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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