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Having a look at what is REALLY required
In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I delve into the world of documentation in family day care settings, challenging the norms that often lead to unnecessary stress for both educators and children...
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Being a Dependable Person
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In this episode, I explore the importance of building strong connections with children and being a dependable figure in their lives, especially in early childhood education settings. I reflect on key...
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Mindfulness in FDC-Finding calm in the chaos
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Mindfulness in Family Daycare - Finding Calm in the Chaos
In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I’m covering the topic of mindfulness in family day care and how it can help us, as...
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Ade Hoffman and Nature Play All Day
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Episode with Ade Hoffman – Nature Play All Day
Introduction:
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Podcast! I’m thrilled to chat with Ade Hoffman from Nature Play All Day in Maine, USA. Ade...
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Beyond Nutrition: Creating Meaningful Food Experiences in FDC
Welcome back to the Big Hearted Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of food education with the wonderful Mandy Dos Santos from Little People Nutrition. 🌱🥕 Mandy shares her expertise on how educators...
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The Magic of Mealtimes
In this episode, I’m sharing some thoughts on the importance of togetherness during mealtimes in family daycare. Many of us see children arriving in the morning without having had a proper breakfast, often due to the...
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What you should REALLY know
In this week’s episode of the Big Hearted Education Podcast, we delve into a crucial conversation about the responsibilities of family day care educators under the National Law and Regulations.
Prompted by a recent...
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What if I didn't feel Guilty?
In this week's episode, I discuss the importance of reducing workload in family day care without feeling guilty. Building on the feedback from last week's episode on intentional teaching, I address the guilt many...
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Intentional Teaching-What it can do for you
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of intentional teaching and seasonal planning for early childhood educators. Discover how these strategies can enhance your work-life balance,...
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A Winning Submission?
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In this episode, we provide practical guidance for family day care educators on how to effectively answer submission questions for the Educator of the Year nominations. Discover how to highlight...
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Let's not get to Burn Out Stage
In today's episode, we look at practical strategies to help family day care educators avoid burnout by working with the seasons and prioritising self-care. From setting up a slow cooker the night before to...
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How to Manage Wellness in FDC
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Managing Illness in Your Family Day Care Episode
Summary: In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, I discuss managing illness in family day care services. I provide practical tips on setting...
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