Listening to Families podcasts provide answers to everyday questions about health and wellbeing challenges facing children and adolescents. The questions the podcasts answer are real - they come directly from families. The answers are provided by trusted specialists.
This episode was recorded in August 2024
Visit our website here: https://www.listeningtofamilies.co.nz/
Anna, a parent, talks with Dr. Liz Conner, Paediatric and General Ophthalmologist, about esotropia and exotropia. They discuss what this means, how glasses help, when surgery may be needed, follow-up care, patching, use of drops, nystagmus, and what parents can do if a child refuses to wear glasses.
10 Sept 2025
Trauma- Post Traumatic Mental Injury (PTMI)
This episode was recorded in November 2023
Visit our website here: https://www.listeningtofamilies.co.nz/
Shelley, a parent of neurodivergent children, talks with Dame Sue Bagshaw, GP and Canterbury youth health champion, about how trauma affects brain development, the difference between disorder and injury, safe environments, strengthening family communication, sibling inclusion, and everyday routines like eating together that support recovery and wellbeing.
8 Sept 2025
Supporting Children Through Suicidal Distress
This episode was recorded in September 2023
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Child and Family Psychologist Jessica Caldwell sits down with James, a parent, to talk about what families can do if a child expresses suicidal thoughts. They discuss how to keep a child safe in the moment, what to expect after emergency care, and strategies that help with communication, routines, and self-care while supporting recovery.
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