Help! My Child's Anxious

Social anxiety is such a debilitating anxiety but as you'll hear in todays conversation it doesn't just stick to kids.

Wellcome back all for another episode this week we're talking about 'Gentle Parenting'. Does gentle parenting work or does it raise rabid children?

A big thing lots of children therapists are noticing in children is burnout. You make think these little characters in your life have bundles and bundles of energy but they're actually getting burnt out - And we're here to help you!

This week we talk about the accusation that anxiety isn't real or being blown out of proportion. We have an anxiety specialist (our very own Saskia Joss) break down how anxiety is in fact VERY real.

Welcome back! This week on the podcast we're talking about how to assist your Childs anxiety with events or objects. If your child doesn't like dogs, parties or clowns you may think the best way to get over these fears is by making them experience the things that scares them. This may not actually be the case...

This week we're doing things a little differently - instead of focusing on one form of anxiety we're looking into what you should actually say to your anxious child. We're sort of scripting what you need to be saying to assist your child.

We had the incredible Narinder Kaur on the show this week and she shares her anxiety she has about her daughter at university. What can you do when your child has left the nest to know that they're safe? We answer all of these questions on the podcast!

This week we discuss the best ways to discipline a child. Every generation has their own style of parenting none of which are perfect but we talk about why some are better than others

The internet is a very odd place sometimes and we are discussing one of those times. Mummaxxing is a new trend taking over the world but is it a playful online thing or is it actually surprisingly damaging?

When the world is in such tricky times where the news has never been so busy. Your child may hear or watch a news story that may upset them. The dynamic duo discuss the best way to help your child understand such terrible news in the safest way possible!

Parenting burn out happens to even the best parents. It doesn't make you a bad person it makes you human - but luckily we have a dream team who are happy to help you out!

After our chat with Helen Flanagan we decided we'd do a full episode on how to not push your anxieties onto your children.

This week the dynamic duo aren't alone! We are blessed to be in company of the lovely Helen Flanagan who has just written a book all about her anxiety growing up called Head and Heart, which is out now. She opens up about her eating disorder and how she's noticing her anxieties growing in her children.

This new trend of FAFO Parenting really has started taking off and our lovey duo discuss if it's the right way to parent OR do they think it'll harm the child in the long run?

You asked us for advice so we're responding! How do you talk to your kids about Mummy and Daddy cuddles in the safest way and how do you inform your child about their changing bodies without embarrassing them. Its all explained in this weeks episode!

There was really only one thing this week we could be discussing and that is OF COURSE Brooklyn Beckham talking about his anxiety of being born into a celebrity family. Saskia shares how she can understand Brooklyns pains.

Welcome back! This week we talk all things social media. It's a dangerous place online so should we actually be allowing our children to use it? Australia has just banned children under 16 from using it should the whole world follow suit?

Welcome back! This week we talk all thing social media! Its a dangerous place online so should we follow Australia into only allowing children 16 plus to use it??

Do you know what Janxiety is? It's the anxiety you get at the start of the year where you may feel a little bit lost when the date rolls over. We discuss how you as a parent may feel letting your kid go back to school and how tracking them may not be the right thing to do...

This week we asked you all on our instagram at Help! My Childs Anxious Pod what questions do you want answered and they came in thick and fast and so we have answered a good chunk of them on this special episode - perfect for Christmas Day listening!

Happy Christmas Everyone!

This week our two Turtles Doves deliver us some incredibly useful help on how to deal with Christmas anxiety for both yourself and your child!

This week we discuss the top news story of last week, is my child actually anxious? How can I tell if my Childs actually anxious or just doesn't like doing certain things? With doctors over diagnosing how can I tell if my child is actually anxious?

Warning!! This is a much more serious conversation than what we're use to! This week we talk about pregnancy anxiety and all the fears that come with pregnancy!

Ben Rebuck joins us on the podcast this week to talk about what it's like to be a good dad. There's a lot on emphasis on being a mother and the dads often get left to figure it out on their own. Ben opens up about the struggles on becoming a second time father.

This week, the duo talk about fears of the future, the uncertainty of what will happen as the year comes to a close, when the nights grow incredibly long and summer feels so far away. How do we support our children during times of such uncertainty?

Join the dynamic duo as they dive into the fascinating world of phobias; exploring what they are, why children develop fears of certain things, and how parents and caregivers can support little ones in overcoming them. Whether it’s spiders, the dark, or something in between, this episode sheds light on childhood fears and offers practical tips to help your child feel safe and confident.

This week on the podcast, the dynamic duo is joined by the amazing Gemma Alster! Gemma, a much-loved mumfluencer, opens up about her experiences with imposter syndrome and how social media fame has shaped her journey. Together, the gang dives into what imposter syndrome really is, why so many of us struggle with it, and how you can support your child in building confidence and self-belief.

On this week’s episode, the dynamic duo discusses panic attacks; what to do if you’re having one, and how you can help someone who’s experiencing them.

On this weeks episode we look into a really interesting anxiety which is centred around both you and your child - is your child anxious about your wellbeing? When your child learns more about dangers in the world and you may not be able to do all things you used to do for them they get anxious. Their routine is changed and for a child that's frightening. But don't worry Vanessa and Saskia are here to help address these issues and give you useful tips and ticks to help you and your child.

We are joined in the studio today by one of our favourite people ever - Tash Gershfield! She graciously joined us in the studio to talk all things divorce and the power of regrowth. She was also nice enough to answer some of your questions!

In this week’s episode, we dive into how the constant stream of headlines and breaking news can fuel anxiety not just for adults, but for our children too. We explore the troublesome world of Current Affairs Anxiety and what parents can do to help their kids feel informed without feeling overwhelmed.

We also discuss sleeping anxiety for older children and get ready for some REALY good limericks!

This week, Vanessa and Saskia dive into the world of child health anxiety, why it shows up, what it might look like in your little one, and how you can support them when worries take over.

In this week’s episode, the dynamic duo are joined by none other than the Rapping Science Teacher himself, Matt Green! We talk to Matt about why he started creating educational raps, how teachers can support anxious children in school, and he even shares a personal story about anxiety at home. This episode has it all including Matt’s “Never Feltz So Good.”

Does your child get stuck trying to be perfect? Maybe they avoid challenges, get stuck over small mistakes, or feel crushed by the pressure to always get it right.

In this episode, we explore how perfectionism fuels anxiety in kids, why it shows up, and what you can do to help. With practical tips and compassionate insight, we’ll help you support your child to let go of perfection and build confidence instead.

How safe are our children in the digital world? In this episode, we explore the rise of childhood anxiety in the age of constant screen time and online pressures.

 Vanessa opens up about her own struggles with going digital world, reminding us that if adults can feel overwhelmed online, the impact on young, developing minds can be even greater. Join us as we ask the tough questions about protecting children, supporting their mental health, and creating a safer online space for the next generation.

Is your child feeling anxious about going back to school? You're not alone. In this episode, broadcaster Vanessa Feltz and her daughter, Child Therapist Saskia Joss, dive into the common worries children face as the new school year begins, from separation anxiety to social fears and academic pressure.

Together, they share practical tips, expert insights, and real life strategies to help parents support their children through the transition and make the return to school a little less overwhelming.

This week, the dynamic duo are joined by the incredible Cat Sims!

Cat explains what the mental load is, how she manages her own anxiety, and how she supports her children through theirs.

We also hear what Cat likes to do with her children on this week Never Feltz So Good!

Why can’t siblings just get along? In this episode, Vanessa Feltz and Saskia Joss dive into the world of sibling rivalry, the fights, the jealousy, and the chaos in between. What’s really behind the bickering, and how can parents calm the storm? Tune in for laughs, insights, and real talk.

Is body image anxiety starting too young? In this powerful episode, Vanessa Feltz and child therapist Saskia Joss dive into the growing issue of body image struggles in children. Together, they explore why so many kids are feeling anxious about how they look and what parents can do to help.

Vanessa opens up about her own experiences with body image, sharing real stories from her childhood.

What happens when you leave for the hospital and come home with... a brand new baby? For many kids, it sparks anxiety, confusion and even the fear of being replaced. This week the dynamic duo discusses sibling anxiety! What to look out for and how to overcome it before the babies brought home. 

Vanessa shares what she did when she gave birth to Saskia to make sure her older child, Allegra, felt comfortable with the situation.