You’ve Got This - With Zazi and Tess, Speech Therapists

Feeling the pressure about your child’s handwriting or spelling before they start school? You're not alone. In this episode, we unpack some of the biggest misconceptions in early education including what your child needs to know before going to school and why handwriting is not the holy grail of literacy. We explore how oral language is the true foundation of literacy and why forcing handwriting early can actually hold kids back. Like what you hear? Join us on Patreon or give us a follow on Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/youvegotthis https://www.instagram.com/youvegotthispodcast/

Does your child climb, crash, wriggle, wrestle, fidget, or push all day long? Do they melt down when you ask them to sit still? Or act like they’re bouncing off the walls from the moment they wake up? In this episode, we’re diving into proprioception – the hidden sense that helps us know where our body is in space. It’s the one that tells us how hard to push, how gently to hug, and how much force to use when holding a pencil or walking down stairs. For some kids, the need for proprioceptive input is huge - and when they don’t get enough, it can show up as tricky behaviour, meltdowns, rough play, or what looks like ‘not listening’. We’re unpacking: What proprioception actually is (in plain English) How to spot when your child might be seeking it What behaviour has to do with it and how communication may also be affected Simple, everyday ways to support your child’s sensory needs We also chat about how this connects to regulation, focus, and that holy grail: calm. 💚 PLUS – GIVEAWAY TIME!We’ve teamed up with our faves at @ecostorenz to give away a $90 Ultra Sensitive home + body care pack - perfect for families trying to reduce sensory overload at home. Entries close Sunday 11 May 2025. Head to our latest post on @youvegotthispodcast to enter. Can't wait? Use code youvegotthis20 at ecostore.nz for 20% off their Ultra Sensitive range.

In this episode, we’re talking all things wees, poos, bums and farts – why kids are obsessed, what’s actually developmentally normal, and when to lean in or set a boundary. We also touch on when toilet humour crosses into sexualised behaviour, and how to tell what’s age-appropriate curiosity versus something that might need more support. We mention this brilliant resource from STOP that helps parents navigate developmentally typical sexual behaviour:👉 stop.org.nz/tools-to-help Got a question or want to share your own toilet talk chaos? Come find us on Instagram at @youvegotthispodcast

In this episode we tackle the hot topic of gentle parenting. Is it really the best approach, or just another parenting trend? We’ll unpack the misconceptions, share surprising insights from our experiences with kids, and discuss whether this approach can truly make a difference. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, parent or educator, this episode is sure to spark your curiosity! https://www.patreon.com/youvegotthis https://www.instagram.com/youvegotthispodcast/

In this episode, we’re talking about something that still shows up in lots of parenting advice - the idea that “just a little slap” is harmless, helpful, or even necessary. We explore: Why physical punishment (yes, even a slap on the hand) isn’t just ineffective — it can be harmful What the research tells us about physical discipline and long-term outcomes for children What respectful, effective discipline can look like How we support children’s behaviour without shame, fear, or force Whether you were smacked as a child and want to do things differently, or you’re deep in the trenches and looking for a better way - this episode is for you. You are not alone, and you don’t have to figure this out without support. Parenting support and education:👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Help – 0800 568 856 | parenthelp.org.nz🧡 The Parenting Place – Courses, workshops, mentoring | parentingplace.nz🌱 SKIP – Free, positive parenting resources | skip.org.nz👣 Barnardos – Parenting support & early learning | barnardos.org.nz🤝 Family Works – Parenting courses & counselling | familyworks.org.nz👶 Plunket – Early parenting support | plunket.org.nz🌿 Ngā Maia Māori Midwives – Whānau-centred care | ngamaia.co.nz Violence prevention and family safety:🧡 Shine – 0508 744 633 | 2shine.org.nz🏡 Women’s Refuge – 0800 REFUGE (733 843) | womensrefuge.org.nz🧍‍♂️ Hey Bro – 0800 HEYBRO (439 276) – for men wanting help to stop violence

Zazi and Tess are back and here to talk about screen use at meal times. Screen time is on the rise, allowing parents to have a break and eat in peace. But are our expectations of children during meal times too high? The duo discuss while giving life updates after the Christmas break.

This episode talks about emotional signalling, and why a little one might laugh when misbehaving, or being told off. Zazi and Tess touch on how interoception (the hidden sense) might also be playing a role, and other ways to read and understand how someone might be really feeling. Have a listen and be sure to follow on @youvegotthispodcast and find our resources at www.patreon.com/youvegotthis