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Why do young children have such big reactions to small things? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore what happens when big feelings take over.Award-winning rapper and dad Tinie Tempah shares the unexpected things that have upset his children and reflects on staying calm, parenting in public and reconnecting after a difficult moment.Clinical psychologist Dr Lucy Rigley explains what tantrums actually are, how to handle them and what they can tell us about a developing brain.For more information, advice and family resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website.And you can now watch Dani Dyer explore different parenting styles in Parenting Unscripted on BBC iPlayer and the CBeebies Parenting YouTube channel. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
Why do young children bend the truth, and how should parents respond? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore children’s fibs, parents’ white lies and how families can build trust.The Traitors series four winner and mum of three Rachel Duffy shares how she explained her deception on The Traitors to her children and discusses how she encourages them to tell the truth, even when they have made a mistake.Clinical psychologist and parenting coach Dr Jade Redfern explains why young children may lie and shares advice on helping them feel safe enough to tell the truth.And don't forget you can watch Ollie and Gareth Locke-Locke in Parenting Unscripted on BBC iPlayer and the CBeebies Parenting YouTube channel. For more information, advice and family resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website.Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
What should we eat during pregnancy, after giving birth and if breastfeeding, and how do we approach weaning when our baby is ready for solid food? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore how parents can nourish themselves and their baby without putting pressure on every meal.Michelin-trained chef, new mum and author of Poppy Cooks: The Actually Delicious Batch Cookbook, Poppy O’Toole, shares how batch cooking helped after her daughter arrived and discusses baby-led weaning and embracing the mess.Paediatric dietitian Lucy Upton offers advice on pregnancy cravings, breastfeeding and starting solids, from recognising when your baby is ready to introducing allergens.And you can watch award-winning rapper Krept discover the joy of baking with his daughter Nala in Parenting Unscripted. Search for CBeebies Parenting on YouTube and BBC iPlayer.Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808.
It can sometimes feel as though your child has only just recovered before the next lurgy arrives. But how much illness is normal and what can we do to limit the spread?The Traitors series three winner Leanne Quigley discusses the extra worry she feels when her twin sons, who were born prematurely and have ongoing health issues, become unwell.GP, TV doctor and author Dr Nighat Arif explains why common illnesses spread so easily and shares advice on prevention, warning signs and when to seek medical help.You can watch Leanne’s Parenting Unscripted documentary on the CBeebies Parenting YouTube channel. For more information, advice and family resources, visit the CBeebies Parenting website.Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
How can parents introduce young children to the concept of consent? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore how everyday moments can help children understand personal boundaries and recognise those of others.Charlie Hedges shares how she encourages her four-year-old daughter to express when she feels uncomfortable. Child and educational psychologist Dr Ahmar Ferguson offers advice on how to have age appropriate conversations with small children about personal space and why it's important to respect theirs and other people's boundaries. You can watch Charlie’s documentary about parenting confidence and shyness on the CBeebies Parenting YouTube channel. For more advice and support, visit the CBeebies Parenting website.Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
How can parents support children through the highs and lows of friendship? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore when to offer guidance and when to stand back.Comedian and author of Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Adventure, Cariad Lloyd shares how her two children approach friendships differently and reflects on feeling like an outsider.Educational and child psychologist Dr Sasha Hall explains how friendships develop and how parents can encourage the skills children need to build them. With advice on playing alone, handling disagreements, missing out on parties and helping children repair or step away from a friendship.For more advice and support, visit the CBeebies Parenting website.Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
Why is the sky blue? Why do I have to brush my teeth? Why, why, why? If you've ever been on the receiving end of an endless stream of questions from your child, you'll know that curiosity seems to come naturally. Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore where that curiosity comes from and how parents can help it flourish.They're joined by comedian, Peep Show star and Taskmaster contestant Isy Suttie, who shares how curiosity and creativity shape life with her two children.Plus, developmental psychologist Dr Marina Bazhydai from Lancaster University explains why children are so curious and offers practical tips for nurturing that curiosity without having to have all the answers.For more advice and support, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
How do you tell a young child their parents are separating? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore honest, age-appropriate conversations that can help children feel safe when family life changes.Broadcaster and former Love Island contestant Laura Anderson shares her experience of being a single mum and creating a blended family for her three-year-old daughter.Podcaster and author of The Co-Parent: A Toolkit for Parenting Together, Apart Aaron Dale discusses communication between co-parents, keeping children out of adult conflict and learning to respond rather than react.Psychotherapist Zara Kadir explains why children need simple information, reassurance that the separation is not their fault, and reminders about what will stay the same.For more advice and support, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: parentingdownload@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808
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