Your kid's life will be full of big changes; some out of their control like when they start school, but some are up to you to decide, like moving from a cot to a bed. So when is the right time to make these big decisions? We answer a question from a mum who is trying to figure this out.

Plus, a solution for screen addiction, and Gen's PT win.

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Most kids like to make up stories at times, but how is the best way to react to their porky pies without shutting them down? Gen has some sound advice for a mum who has a very imaginative child.

Plus, Amy's shoelace frustrations and Gen's weekend away....sans children!

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Most kids have trouble controlling their volume at times, but what do you do if yours are just way too loud! An overstimulated parent gets in touch with Gen and Amy to get some advice.

Plus, Gen confesses she's been struggling with mum guilt, and Amy nails some solo parenting.

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Gen and Amy have spoken about kids hurting their siblings so many times on this podcast, but what if the aggression is accidental, and your child is trying their best to control it?

Plus, Amy's win is an app that has changed her life (or at least her pantry) and Gen receives the unthinkable from her teenage son.

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Knowing your child is being picked on or bullied has to be one of the hardest parts of parenting, and so is knowing the right thing to tell your kid to do so they can stick up for themselves. Gen and Amy have some sound advice after being in similar positions.

Plus, Gen's dog is addicted to carbs, Amy is off the booze, and we discuss screens and kids (again!).

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One of the most common questions we get at Beyond The Chaos is about older siblings hitting or hurting babies, but the reason why and how to stop it might surprise you.

Plus, Gen has a rant about why long school holidays simply don't work, and the card deck that has revolutionised the labour imbalance in her household.

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On this podcast, we often talk about parental preference in regards to when your child is clinging to you, but today we have a dilemma from a mum who's kid only wants to be around their dad. So what do you do when dad's away? Plus we go through our wins and fails leading up to Christmas.

This is the last episode of Beyond The Chaos for the year, so have a great holiday period and see you in 2025!

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If your child was having a meltdown and wanted a cuddle, what would you do? With so much conflicting information out there, it can be hard to know. Gen and Amy answer a question from a mum who wants to know what to do, plus whether she needs to get on the same page as her husband about feeding her kids different meals.

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