There’s an enormous range of parenting books out there—covering everything from pre-conception and pregnancy to first aid, child development

Discover expert tips on managing the challenges of blended families from parenting expert Dr. Rosina McAlpine and stepmother Sarah Leonardi.

One and Done. The number of single child families have double in Australiua over the past 40 years.

Mom who struggles to accept son’s lifestyle, thinks he’s an underachiever who lives paycheck to paycheck.

Article in Mamamia on Only Children featuring Dr Rosina McAlpine

The rise in one child families is driven by factors such as increasing financial pressures, infertility, and a lack of social support.

Young people's behaviours are often shaped by adults and carers around them.

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Parenting and Family Wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio In this thought-provoking ABC Illawarra interview, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert challenges the classic “dog eat dog” mindset many of us grew up with. Instead of teaching kids to beat others at all costs, she argues the real key to success lies in empathy, collaboration and striving for personal bests. It starts with something simple. After a game, instead of asking “Did you win

Parenting and Family Wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Melbourne Firstborn, middle child, youngest… or the forgotten only child. We’ve all heard the stereotypes, but how much truth is there behind them? In this fascinating interview, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert unpacks the real impact of birth order on children’s personalities, behaviour and family dynamics. She explores why firstborns often take on responsibility, how middle chil

Parenting and Family Wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Ever wondered how much your kids really notice when life feels overwhelming? In this insightful chat, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert shares a powerful reminder: kids of all ages are incredibly tuned in to what’s happening at home. Even when we try to hide it, they sense stress and it can show up in unexpected ways like withdrawal, acting out or even physical complaints. But here’

Parenting and Family Wellbeingexpert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Are firstborns natural leaders, middle children overlooked, and youngest siblings the carefree charmers? In this lively radio interview, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert unpacks the truth behind one of the most talked-about family dynamics. Drawing on real listener stories, including a middle child who feels the weight of family responsibility, Dr McAlpine offers a refreshing perspe

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Parenting and Wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on Single Parenting Reset Show What is really going on when your tween or teen snaps, shuts down, lashes out, or melts down over something that seems small? For many parents, these moments can feel confusing, exhausting, and deeply personal. But often, what looks like defiance or overreaction is actually a child struggling to understand, express, and manage big emotions. In this insightful episode of The Single Par

Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how children learn, think and interact with the world but are we ready for it? In this insightful radio interview, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert unpacks the real impact of AI on young minds and what parents can do to stay ahead. From smartphones and social media to the rise of AI “super geniuses in your pocket”, the conversation explores how technology is

Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio What if everything we thought about parenting missed the bigger picture? In this thought-provoking radio interview, Dr Rosina McAlpine family and wellbeing expert challenges the way we prepare children for the future—and her insights may surprise you. Speaking ahead of her keynote in the United States, Dr Rosina shifts the focus from traditional parenting approaches—discipline, rewards, and punishment—to something f

Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Grandparents are playing a bigger role in family life than ever before. With rising living costs and both parents often working, many families are relying on grandparents for support, care, and connection. But as this role grows, so do the complexities. In this engaging conversation, parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine explores the evolving dynamics between parents and grandparents, and why navigating these relation

Parenting and Family Wellbeing Expert Dr. Rosina McAlpine Interviewed on Parenting Shrink Wrapped What if the struggle to “balance it all” is not something you are failing at, but rather something the system was never designed to support? In this powerful episode of Parenting Shrink Wrapped, parenting expert Dr. Rosina McAlpine shares a deeply relatable and research-backed perspective on the realities of modern parenting. From the moment she became a mother, she realized that

Parenting expert Dr rosina McAlpine interviewed on Masterful Parenting What if the stress you feel as a parent is not a personal failing, but a systems problem that can be solved? In this insightful conversation from the Masterful Parenting Podcast, Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine unpacks the real pressures facing working parents today, and why so many are feeling stretched, exhausted, and unsupported. Drawing on global research and over a decade of experience working wi

Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Radio Blended families are becoming increasingly common, yet many parents feel unprepared for the emotional and practical challenges that come with bringing two families together. With rising rates of separation, divorce, and re-partnering, more children are growing up in stepfamilies and blended households. While popular culture often paints a picture of seamless harmony, the reality is usually more complex. In this podc