Building Connection From Birth

A Former Detective on Keeping Children Safe

Keeping our kids safe is not just about stranger danger. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with former police detective and child safety educator Kristi McVee for a practical and important conversation about the everyday safety conversations every parent needs to have. From body autonomy and safe adults to online safety, sleepovers, consent, disclosure and what to do when something feels off, Kristi shares what she learned from years working closely with children, families and offenders. This is not about scaring children. It is about giving them language, confidence and a clear path back to us. Because child safety is not one big conversation. It is many small ones, repeated often, in the everyday moments where our kids learn: you can tell me anything, and I will listen.

From Birth to Becoming a Mother

Becoming a mother is one of life's most profound transitions, yet so much of what happens to your body, your brain and your sense of self is never talked about. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy sits down with Nadine Richardson, founder of She Births and author, and Brooke Elliston, breathwork coach and mother of two, for an honest conversation about matrescence, birth, breath and the transformation that nobody prepares you for. Together, they unpack the radical neurological changes that happen from 35 weeks of pregnancy through the first two years postpartum, why your brain is literally rewiring itself to help you care for your baby, and the extraordinary gifts and superpowers that come with this transformation. They explore why vulnerability, intuition and empathy increase during this time, how the birth experience sets the foundation for what comes next, and why creating the right environment and support system is essential when everything feels so raw and new. This episode is for anyone navigating pregnancy, preparing for birth, in the thick of early motherhood, or simply needing a reminder that you don't have to do this alone and that rest is not a luxury but a necessity. Because matrescence is real, your body and brain are changing in extraordinary ways, and the more you understand what's happening, the more you can honour yourself through it.

Finding Comfort in Everyday Parenthood

Parenting is rarely about perfection. It's about connection, flexibility, finding what works for your family and giving yourself permission to do whatever it takes to get through the day. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy is joined by Mim from The Beanies and paediatric occupational therapist Nicole for a warm and practical conversation about the everyday tools, routines and little shifts that can make parenting feel more manageable. Together, they unpack why every child is unique, why parenting children in the same family can look completely different, and how finding routines that work for you matters more than fitting into someone else's mold. They explore sensory regulation, why toddlers crash and bash and move constantly, how deep pressure and movement help children feel grounded and organized, and why behaviour is often communication we haven't yet understood. This episode is for any parent navigating toddlerhood, sensory seeking behaviours, developmental differences, the chaos of multiple children, or simply trying to get dinner on the table while keeping everyone regulated and connected. Because parenting is messy, exhausting, beautiful and real. And sometimes the best thing you can do is put your baby in the carrier, add some sprinkles to your instructions, and remember that baby's going to baby no matter where you are, so you might as well go out and have fun.

Sleep and the Rhythm of Real Life

Sleep is one of the most talked about parts of early parenting, yet it's rarely as simple as following a routine or sticking to a schedule. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy is joined by Chris Minogue, Kiindred's OG sleep expert, and Steph Luck, mum of four, for an honest and practical conversation about baby sleep, daily rhythms and navigating the reality of raising children in a busy world. Together, they unpack why there's no one size fits all approach to sleep, how to recognise tired cues, the difference between daily rhythms and rigid routines, and why flexibility is essential when juggling multiple children, school runs, soccer practice and everything in between. They explore the witching hour, the feed bath feed sequence that can transform evenings from six weeks onwards, the myth of sleeping through the night, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is simply pick up your baby. This episode is for any parent navigating sleepless nights, feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, juggling multiple children, or simply needing reassurance that what works for your family is enough. Because sleep is never just about sleep. It's about balance, flexibility, knowing your baby, trusting yourself and giving yourself permission to change and evolve as your family grows.

Building Connection From Birth

Connection with our children begins long before they can speak, and it continues to unfold in unexpected ways throughout every stage of parenting. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy brings together Sarah Marie and Gen Muir from Connected Parenting for an honest conversation about bonding with our kids from birth onwards. Together, they unpack the science behind early attachment, why babies are wired to seek connection from their very first days and how that bond unfolds differently for every parent and every child. They explore the pressure so many of us feel to experience instant love, the reality of postnatal depression and anxiety, and why relationships with our children take time to develop in their own unique way. This episode is for any parent navigating the early years, feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to get it all right, or simply needing a reminder that you are enough and your child just wants you. Because connection is not about getting it right all the time. It is about showing up, meeting your child where they are, and remembering that more often than not, what they really want is you.