Babylab

Over the course of this season, we’ve received an influx of questions about the topics and stories we’ve covered. So to wrap up what’s been another enlightening season, Emma is joined once again by BabyLab’s resident expert Sue Hespos, to answer the questions sent in by you.

Can a co-parenting household have long term effects on socialisation? Is it worth taking my baby to a museum? Can children develop too quickly?

Tune in as we answer the questions that have come straight from the parents. 

CREDITS

Host: Emma Watkins
Executive Producer: Todd Stevens
Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone
Producer: Thomas Thexton

We asked new parents what some of the top challenges they face are when starting out on their parental journey. And on today's episode, Emma will tackle some of the most popular responses. Breastfeeding, sleep and mood. 

As always, Emma is joined by a host of baby experts and new parents to unpack these topics, which are at the core of a happy and healthy home.

Plus, we discover how the three are closely linked and what you can do to balance them all!

Support

Breastfeeding 

Emma teams up once again with the experts at BabyLab to tackle one of the most common challenges that parents face when raising a child. How should we use (or not use) screens in the home? She chats with two parents who have very different approaches when it comes to screen use in their lives, and learns some of the benefits that come with both perspectives. Plus she digs into the science of how a screen stimulates the brain with Dr Genevieve Quek.

CREDITS

Host: Emma Watkins
Executive Producer: Todd Stevens
Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone
Producer: Thomas Thexton

In this episode, Emma explores the intriguing and varied world of infant milestones. She connects with experts from the MARCS BabyLab, who share valuable insights on the most significant milestones and offer guidance on where to seek assistance if required.

Plus, she chats with two parents who approach using milestones to measure their baby's development in unique ways.

CREDITS

Host: Emma Watkins
Executive Producer: Todd Stevens
Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone
Producer: Thomas Thexton

In this episode experts from the MARCS BabyLab at Western Sydney University unpack their research into babies and whether they prefer gender specific aspects of toys and clothes.

Emma also speaks with parents who are breaking those gender norms and raising their children in the same way, regardless of gender. Plus, the BabyLab experts look at how brains differ (and don’t differ) between genders!

CREDITS

Host: Emma Watkins
Executive Producer: Todd Stevens
Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone
Producer: Thomas Thexton