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Between Us Mums

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The Hidden Truth About Drop-Offs

October 25, 2026 · 34 min

In this episode of Between Us Mums, host Anika sits down with psychologist and author Sandhya Menon to break down the anxiety, guilt, and emotional turmoil surrounding childcare and school drop-offs. Sandhya shares invaluable developmental…
Decoding Thriving Kids: Understanding Childcare Support and Inclusion

October 6, 2026 · 40 min

Navigating childcare with a neurodivergent child or one with unique support needs can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. In this episode, host Anika is joined by Jackie Sikic and Caitlin Smith, expert occupational…
The Secret Science of Play: Why Childcare Play Really Matters

September 22, 2026 · 29 min

Ever wondered what actually happens during play-based learning at childcare? And how is it different to what our kids do at home or the playground? In this episode of Between Us Mums, host Anika sits down with Nadia Wilson-Ali, an early…
Is It Naughty or Normal? Understanding Tricky Behaviour in Childcare

June 4, 2026 · 38 min

The incident report doesn't have to be a source of dread for parents. This episode features Emma Rattenbury, a seasoned early childhood teacher and registered play therapist, who provides a refreshing and empathetic look at "tricky"…
Should we repeat kinder? The decision nobody warns you is this emotional.

May 21, 2026 · 31 min

In this episode, we tackle the high-stakes dilemma of school readiness with guest Jacqui, a highly experienced prep teacher and founder of Ready Wrens. With nearly a decade of experience in Melbourne classrooms, Jacqui specialises in…

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Childcare Safety: Trust, Grooming & Protecting Our Kids

May 7, 2026 · 37 min

In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the distressing reality of safety incidents and abuse within Australian childcare settings. Our guest is Kristi McVee, a former police detective with over a decade of experience investigating child…
The Truth Behind the NQS Ratings

April 23, 2026 · 40 min

You've seen the NQS badge on the fence - but do you actually know what it means? In this episode, Anika and Kate sit down with Elise Disher, former educator, former centre director, and now an in-demand early childhood consultant, to…
Is My Baby Too Young For Childcare?

April 9, 2026 · 21 min

One of the biggest questions facing new mums: Is my baby too young for childcare? In this episode, Anika and Kate sit down with Professor Tricia Eadie from Melbourne University - one of Australia's leading researchers in early childhood…
Secrets Your Childcare Director Won't Tell

April 9, 2026 · 39 min

Welcome to Between Us Mums, a bold, no-fluff podcast that gets real about the childcare stage of life - the stuff you wish someone had told you, the questions you didn’t know you could ask, and the support you didn’t know you needed…
Welcome to Between Us Mums

April 2, 2026 · 1 min

Welcome to Between Us Mums, a bold, no-fluff podcast that gets real about the childcare stage of life - the stuff you wish someone had told you, the questions you didn’t know you could ask, and the support you didn’t know you needed…

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About the show

Welcome to Between Us Mums, a bold, no-fluff podcast that gets real about the childcare stage of life - the stuff you wish someone had told you, the questions you didn’t know you could ask, and the support you didn’t know you needed. Between Us Mums offers solid advice and interesting Australian guest appearances, to get you ready for Day One of childcare. Hosted by real mums, for mums.