Episodes

  • #35 Let’s Talk About … toilet training adventures for every child’s senses
    Oct 21 2024

    In this podcast, occupational therapy students Steph and Maia will talk to us about the importance of toileting and also share some practical tips to help support children through their toileting adventure.

    Link to resources: https://www.ecant.org.au/for-families

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    14 mins
  • #34 Let’s Talk About … W-sitting and walking patterns: Typical development or concern?
    Jun 25 2024

    In this podcast, Early Childhood Specialists Viola and Aline talk to ECA NT Physiotherapist Amy who explains why Allied Health Professionals are so interested in W-sitting, in-toe/out-toe and toe walking. They will help us understand whether children are developing typically in this area and when professional help should be sought, as well as providing practical strategies to support the process.

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    14 mins
  • #33 Reconciliation as an action at Evelyn Scott Preschool
    May 28 2024
    In this special podcast episode, Dr Amy Graham from ECA is in conversation with Nikki Ross from the Evelyn Scott Preschool. Together, they will discuss reconciliation as an action and highlight how Evelyn Scott Preschool embed reconciliation in every aspect of their preschool program and service culture.
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    18 mins
  • #32 Let's Talk About... Sparking Communication
    Apr 10 2024

    In this podcast, Early Childhood Specialist Zoë outlines information to support and encourage language development for your child. This information has been taken from the Hanen Centre, SPARK training and book, It Takes Two to Talk: A Practical Guide for Parents of Children with Language Delays.

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    20 mins
  • #15 Using trauma-informed practice to foster inclusion with Jo Grimmond
    Mar 18 2024

    Trauma-informed practice is vital when supporting children and families who have experienced vulnerability. In this episode, we will be taking a close look at how educators can become more confident with using trauma-informed practice.

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    11 mins
  • #31 Diving into Victoria’s Child Information Sharing Scheme
    Mar 10 2024
    In this special episode, we talk with Julie Large and Alistair Gibbs to unfold Victoria’s Child information sharing scheme for supporting Jayden’s transition to primary school. This scheme allows authorised organisations to information to support child wellbeing or safety.
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    19 mins
  • #30 What every parent needs to know - Top tips
    Dec 13 2023

    For our final episode in this series, Associate Professor Kate Highfield and Dr Fiona Scott will share their top tips and practical ways to support families in a digital age. The episode will outline the importance of parent engagement, ongoing conversations, setting expectations and making technology work for your family.

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    21 mins
  • #29 Digital literacy matters – raising literate children in a digital age
    Dec 13 2023

    In this episode, we will explore what digital literacy is and why it is important to develop good digital literacy from an early age. Technology itself is continuously evolving and change can be frightening but there are some key skills that children need so they can navigate that world however it may shift. Join Associate Professor Kate Highfield in conversation with Dr Fiona Scott as they explore how literacy has changed in this digital age and what parents need to know to help build children’s literacy.

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    20 mins