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Babylab breaks down the questions you might have about how babies learn to communicate. Where does the first word come from? Are screens good for learning? Does music improve communication skills? Join children's entertainer Emma Watkins fo
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Season 2
Your Questions Answered
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
Your Questions Answered
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
37:51
EP08 - S2
29 Aug 23
Breastfeeding, sleep, mood and how they're connected!
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 breastfeeding.asn.au (1800 686 268) Mental Health lifeline.org.au (13 11 14) panda.org.au (1300 726 306) cope.org.au (1300 740 398) gidgetfoundation.org.au (1300 851 758) CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
Breastfeeding, sleep, mood and how they're connected!
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 breastfeeding.asn.au (1800 686 268) Mental Health lifeline.org.au (13 11 14) panda.org.au (1300 726 306) cope.org.au (1300 740 398) gidgetfoundation.org.au (1300 851 758) CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
31:49
EP07 - S2
23 Aug 23
What’s the deal with screens?
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
What’s the deal with screens?
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
30:29
EP06 - S2
16 Aug 23
To milestone or not to milestone?
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
To milestone or not to milestone?
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
29:10
EP05 - S2
8 Aug 23
Gender, toys and uniting pink and blue!
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
Gender, toys and uniting pink and blue!
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 Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
23:18
EP04 - S2
1 Aug 23
The power of music for babies
Music has been shown to be much more than a way to pass time and can have powerful effects on the brain. In this episode Emma chats with Dr. Sandra Garrido from the MARCS BabyLab, exploring the profound impact of music on the developing brain and uncovering how music becomes a nurturing force for infant growth. Plus, they debunk some common misconceptions surrounding the effects of music like Mozart for babies. Emma also hears from one parent who utilises the magic of singing during nappy time and another who has named his children after his favourite artists. Tune in to discover the wonders of music in shaping early childhood experiences! CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
The power of music for babies
Music has been shown to be much more than a way to pass time and can have powerful effects on the brain. In this episode Emma chats with Dr. Sandra Garrido from the MARCS BabyLab, exploring the profound impact of music on the developing brain and uncovering how music becomes a nurturing force for infant growth. Plus, they debunk some common misconceptions surrounding the effects of music like Mozart for babies. Emma also hears from one parent who utilises the magic of singing during nappy time and another who has named his children after his favourite artists. Tune in to discover the wonders of music in shaping early childhood experiences! CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
28:56
EP03 - S2
25 Jul 23
Supercharge your baby’s social skills
Did you know that babies have a social life? In this episode Emma dives headfirst into what kinds of socialisation are important in those early years and hears how parents are supercharging their littles one's social life. Plus, she chats with the experts from MARCS BabyLab to learn why socialisation matters and how it can set your baby up for life! CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
Supercharge your baby’s social skills
Did you know that babies have a social life? In this episode Emma dives headfirst into what kinds of socialisation are important in those early years and hears how parents are supercharging their littles one's social life. Plus, she chats with the experts from MARCS BabyLab to learn why socialisation matters and how it can set your baby up for life! CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
29:03
EP02 - S2
18 Jul 23
Why babies are smarter than you think!
To kick off the brand-new season of the BabyLab podcast, hosted by children’s entertainer and science lover Emma Watkins, we’re exploring why babies are probably smarter than you give them credit for! Join Emma as she chats with experts from the MARCS BabyLab at Western Sydney University to find out what exactly is going on inside of a baby’s brain and how parents can provide an environment for that brain to flourish. And hear from parents who share their on-the-ground stories and advice so you can become a baby brain master. CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
Why babies are smarter than you think!
To kick off the brand-new season of the BabyLab podcast, hosted by children’s entertainer and science lover Emma Watkins, we’re exploring why babies are probably smarter than you give them credit for! Join Emma as she chats with experts from the MARCS BabyLab at Western Sydney University to find out what exactly is going on inside of a baby’s brain and how parents can provide an environment for that brain to flourish. And hear from parents who share their on-the-ground stories and advice so you can become a baby brain master. CREDITS Host: Emma Watkins Executive Producer: Todd Stevens Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Producer: Thomas Thexton Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/
28:31
EP01 - S2
11 Jul 23
Season 2 - Trailer
Babylab breaks down the questions you might have about how babies learn to communicate. Where does the first word come from? Are screens good for learning? Does music improve communication skills? Join children's entertainer Emma Watkins for Season 2 of BabyLab where she speaks with parents and experts about everything communication and babies. Babylab is produced in collaboration with Western Sydney University and the MARCS Babylab team.
Season 2 - Trailer
Babylab breaks down the questions you might have about how babies learn to communicate. Where does the first word come from? Are screens good for learning? Does music improve communication skills? Join children's entertainer Emma Watkins for Season 2 of BabyLab where she speaks with parents and experts about everything communication and babies. Babylab is produced in collaboration with Western Sydney University and the MARCS Babylab team.
02:36
27 Jun 23
Season 1
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