In this conversations, Madeleine talks with Julie, Clinical Lead at the Northern Sydney Sexual Assault Service, to discuss child sexual abuse, common myths, grooming behaviours, and the evolving risks for young people, both online and offline. Julie offers practical guidance for parents and carers on building safety, trust, and open communication, and shares where families can access support across Northern Sydney and beyond.

To view the episode transcript and access the shared list of supports, go to the EPIC Website at https://www.empoweringparentsincrisis.com/epic-conversations-podcast/child-sexual-assault-and-grooming

This conversation with Vivienne Li explores why knowing yourself as a parent - your values, strengths, and emotional triggers - is key to building stronger connections with your young person. Vivienne shares practical, compassionate insights to help parents understand their inner world, respond with intention, and navigate challenges with greater confidence.

To view the episode transcript, go to the EPIC Website at https://www.empoweringparentsincrisis.com/epic-conversations-podcast/vivienne-li

To learn more or connect with Vivianne, go to Together Parent Support — or Together Parent Coaching

In this relaxed conversation, Madeleine chats with Nicky Hammond, a certified master life coach, breathwork practitioner, and long‑time friend of EPIC. Nicky shares how combining mindset work with somatic practices like breathwork can help parents regulate their nervous systems, reconnect with what truly matters, and make grounded decisions even in moments of overwhelm.

To view the episode transcript, go to the EPIC Website at https://www.empoweringparentsincrisis.com/epic-conversations-podcast/nicky-hammond

To learn more or connect with Nicky Hammond, visit her website here - https://www.nickyhammond.com/