http://www.seantonnet.com.au
Note: These season one podcasts are uploaded from the Pregnancy Birth and Beyond show with their permission. I was privileged to interview contemporary thinkers and activists in the world of parenting and relationship.]]>enRelationshipsCopyright Sean Tonnethttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d0fa00686710f0fef58e1b7381ebd8b4.jpghttp://www.seantonnet.com.auWed, 05 Jul 2023 04:56:15 +0000Sean TonnetSean Tonnetconnect@seantonnet.com.auInspiring, provoking and significant stories that are all about you and the important relationships in your life. Tune in and get a dose of being Loved Up...bringing something meaningful to your connection with important people in your life. Note:...
Note: These season one podcasts are uploaded from the Pregnancy Birth and Beyond show with their permission. I was privileged to interview contemporary thinkers and activists in the world of parenting and relationship.]]>cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reflections-from-sean-tonnet-on-fatherhood-manhood-life--55982540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55982540Tue, 04 Jul 2023 05:06:43 +0000Sean TonnetMy final episdoe in Season One, finishing my contribution for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond and speaking to the fabulous Oni Blecher. Sharing my experience as a man, psychotherapist and father, this story embraces my journey from Australian Prime...2037birth,fatherhood.,parenthood,pregnancy,psychology,seantonnetclean120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strength-in-vulnerability-masculinity-and-emotions--55832457
Together we will reflect on our experience of working with men and, as men, explore the notion that vulnerability takes courage and bravery. A strength essential for our children in a new world]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832457Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:38:07 +0000Sean TonnetThe Strength in Vulnerability: For too long Men - fathers, sons, and brothers - have learned that it's better to suppress than express. Emotions, especially vulnerable ones, have been tightly wrapped up in our high-vis shirts as ‘too weak, too...
Together we will reflect on our experience of working with men and, as men, explore the notion that vulnerability takes courage and bravery. A strength essential for our children in a new world]]>1671emotions,fathering,healthymasculinity,masculinity,parenting,seantonnet,vulnerabilityclean119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tuning-into-kids-and-teens--55832452
Christiane and the Mindful team from Melbourne University are building and delivering a suite of programs that support families and communities internationally and across Australia. Discover the 5 emotional coaching steps essential for every parent and absorb contemporary ideas on how we feel, respond and parent. This interview is not to be missed!

Guest:
Dr Christiane Kehoe, University of Melbourne

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
Mindful
http://www.mindful.org.au

2. Tuning into Kids
http://www.tuningintokids.org.au

3. Resourcing Parents
http://www.resourcingparents.nsw.gov.au]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832452Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:32:53 +0000Sean TonnetThe importance of emotional competence for children and parents is highlighted in this powerful interview with Dr Christiane Kehoe. Not only is there undeniable evidence (gathered from the existing Tuning into Kids and Teens programs) on the outcomes...
Christiane and the Mindful team from Melbourne University are building and delivering a suite of programs that support families and communities internationally and across Australia. Discover the 5 emotional coaching steps essential for every parent and absorb contemporary ideas on how we feel, respond and parent. This interview is not to be missed!

Guest:
Dr Christiane Kehoe, University of Melbourne

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
Mindful
http://www.mindful.org.au

2. Tuning into Kids
http://www.tuningintokids.org.au

3. Resourcing Parents
http://www.resourcingparents.nsw.gov.au]]>1673birth,discipline,emotions,fatherhood,motherhod,parenting,pregnancy,seantonnet,teenage,wellbeingclean118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/male-privilege-the-impact-on-raising-children--55832441
List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)

1. Manhood - Steve Biddulph https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/the-new-manhood/id1293479152?mt=2
2. Tony Porter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=td1PbsV6B80
3. Jackson Katz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTvSfeCRxe8]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832441Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:29:09 +0000Sean TonnetFrom birth, many boys are taught that to be a man you have to be competitive and emotionally tough and that vulnerability is a women's domain. How we socialise our children around privilege and entitlement impacts our society tremendously. Even in the...
List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)

1. Manhood - Steve Biddulph https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/the-new-manhood/id1293479152?mt=2
2. Tony Porter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=td1PbsV6B80
3. Jackson Katz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTvSfeCRxe8]]>1671manhood,parenting,seantonnet,toxicmasculinityclean117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nature-as-teacher--55832442
Join me - your host Sean Tonnet - as Gareth and I weave the love of adventuring, the joy of growing up and the dizzing heights of fathering, into a compelling story for a lifetime.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832442Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:25:52 +0000Sean TonnetGareth Vanderhope, two times British Academy Award winner in Sound Design, Author, Health Educator and Dad speaks on the importance of nature, reading and sound for children's wellbeing. It has been well researched that children need nature for their...
Join me - your host Sean Tonnet - as Gareth and I weave the love of adventuring, the joy of growing up and the dizzing heights of fathering, into a compelling story for a lifetime.]]>1671garethvanderhope,natureasmedicine,natureasteacher,natureconnectionforkids,parenting,seantonnetclean116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-expectant-dads-child-birth--55845696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55845696Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:22:18 +0000Sean TonnetBonus Mini episode supporting expectant dads on being active, engaged and particapatory in the pregancy and birth experience164birth,fathering,parenting,seantonnetclean114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-team-parenting-from-conception-to-birth--55845697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55845697Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:10:46 +0000Sean TonnetBonus Mini episode on teaming up on parenting. Everything from conception to birth.162birth,fatherhood,parenting,seantonnetclean114bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speak-up-depression-and-anxiety-in-new-dads--55832445
Pregnancy and the first year of parenthood is an exciting time that also brings many new challenges and responsibilities. It is now recognised that around 1 in 20 men experience depression during pregnancy (antenatal) and up to 1 in 10 new dads struggle with depression following the birth of their baby (postnatal). Anxiety is just as common, and many men experience anxiety and depression at the same time (sourced from PANDA.org.au). It’s these facts that inspired my guest, Dr Matthew Roberts in his work with men experiencing perinatal and antenatal, anxiety and depression. Though initiatives such as Town hall Dads and My Doctors Handwriting, Matthew is connecting fathers, building awareness and redefining the landscape for new parents.

A warning to listeners that this interview discusses mental health topics that may cause distress to some listeners, If you need support or your worried about someone you love, reach out to:

IF YOU NEED TO TALK TO SOMEONE, CALL:
Lifeline on 13 11 14
PANDA on 1300 726 306
MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
1. Town Hall Dads
https://townhalldads.com

2. My Doctors Handwritting
https://mydoctorshandwriting.com

3. PANDA
https://www.panda.org.au

4. The Dad Factor - Richard Fletcher
https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dad-factor-richard-fletcher/prod9781921462139.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiA8f_eBRDcARIsAEKwRGd7EKm0SJdfUyk6WiirkJ7noWvBcPJMzxoiLwAHlEG_L2lJCWhueacaAumiEALw_wcB

5. Dad Group Incorporated
https://dadsgroup.org

6. Man- Up Documentary
http://manup.org.au

Daniel Stern: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Stern_(psychologist)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832445Tue, 04 Jul 2023 03:57:45 +0000Sean TonnetRecognising, responding to and repairing postpartum and antenatal depression and anxiety in dads. Pregnancy and the first year of parenthood is an exciting time that also brings many new challenges and responsibilities. It is now recognised that...
Pregnancy and the first year of parenthood is an exciting time that also brings many new challenges and responsibilities. It is now recognised that around 1 in 20 men experience depression during pregnancy (antenatal) and up to 1 in 10 new dads struggle with depression following the birth of their baby (postnatal). Anxiety is just as common, and many men experience anxiety and depression at the same time (sourced from PANDA.org.au). It’s these facts that inspired my guest, Dr Matthew Roberts in his work with men experiencing perinatal and antenatal, anxiety and depression. Though initiatives such as Town hall Dads and My Doctors Handwriting, Matthew is connecting fathers, building awareness and redefining the landscape for new parents.

A warning to listeners that this interview discusses mental health topics that may cause distress to some listeners, If you need support or your worried about someone you love, reach out to:

IF YOU NEED TO TALK TO SOMEONE, CALL:
Lifeline on 13 11 14
PANDA on 1300 726 306
MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
1. Town Hall Dads
https://townhalldads.com

2. My Doctors Handwritting
https://mydoctorshandwriting.com

3. PANDA
https://www.panda.org.au

4. The Dad Factor - Richard Fletcher
https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dad-factor-richard-fletcher/prod9781921462139.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiA8f_eBRDcARIsAEKwRGd7EKm0SJdfUyk6WiirkJ7noWvBcPJMzxoiLwAHlEG_L2lJCWhueacaAumiEALw_wcB

5. Dad Group Incorporated
https://dadsgroup.org

6. Man- Up Documentary
http://manup.org.au

Daniel Stern: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Stern_(psychologist)]]>1671anxiety,birth,depression,fatherhood,mentalhealth,parenting,pregnancy,seantonnetclean113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/same-sex-parenting--55832458
Host Sean Tonnet speaks with Monique Rutherford about her lived and professional experience of the issues of same sex parenting.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832458Tue, 04 Jul 2023 03:39:10 +0000Sean TonnetThe difficult plebiscite process for same sex marriage in 2017 highlighted the enormous discrimination and ignorance faced by same sex couples. These challenges are often accentuated for same sex couples when they decide to start a family. In this...
Host Sean Tonnet speaks with Monique Rutherford about her lived and professional experience of the issues of same sex parenting.]]>1671attachmentparenting,lgtbqi;,parenting,plebiscite,samesexparenting,seantonnetclean111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parenting-personality-disorders-a-light-in-dark-corners--55832449
The celebrations and challenges of raising children can be a rich, diverse journey for all of us. Even when we are feeling mentally strong, there are moments when life, relationships and parenting is a bumpy road.

For 1 in 10 people, living with a personality disorder and parenting can add a tremendous strain to our family experiences and bonds. An umbrella term for more commonly referred to conditions like borderline,narcissism, obsessive compulsive, avoidant and schizotypal, personality disorder can cause significant distress and impairment for the person and families.

In this episode, I'll be traversing the mindscape of personality disorders, wellness, parenting and relationships with Dr Michelle Townsend; a Research Fellow at the Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute and Project Air Strategy for Personality Disorders at the University of Wollongong. Shining a light on a rarely recognised area of parenting, this show will help de-myth the stigma around mental health, whilst providing strategies and support for those living with a personality disorder.

24 Hour support for mental illness is available via Lifeline on 13 11 14.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832449Tue, 04 Jul 2023 03:18:36 +0000Sean TonnetDe-stigmatising mental health and supporting stronger families The celebrations and challenges of raising children can be a rich, diverse journey for all of us. Even when we are feeling mentally strong, there are moments when life, relationships and...
The celebrations and challenges of raising children can be a rich, diverse journey for all of us. Even when we are feeling mentally strong, there are moments when life, relationships and parenting is a bumpy road.

For 1 in 10 people, living with a personality disorder and parenting can add a tremendous strain to our family experiences and bonds. An umbrella term for more commonly referred to conditions like borderline,narcissism, obsessive compulsive, avoidant and schizotypal, personality disorder can cause significant distress and impairment for the person and families.

In this episode, I'll be traversing the mindscape of personality disorders, wellness, parenting and relationships with Dr Michelle Townsend; a Research Fellow at the Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute and Project Air Strategy for Personality Disorders at the University of Wollongong. Shining a light on a rarely recognised area of parenting, this show will help de-myth the stigma around mental health, whilst providing strategies and support for those living with a personality disorder.

24 Hour support for mental illness is available via Lifeline on 13 11 14.]]>1671mentalhealth,parentingwithmentalillness,seantonnet,suicideclean110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-stories-for-children--55832444
Susan Perrow is an author, story teller, trainer and parent educator. Her first book ‘Healing Stories for Challenging Behaviours’ has been translated into over 10 languages. Her recent interview was an inspirational program full of magic, metaphor and muses exploring the use of ancient myth, traditional folk tales and contemporary life in helping parents to raise children. Through Susan’s passion and thewisdom of her story making listeners will be left in no doubt about the power of story to heal and transform lives. "When i first experienced the power of story telling as 'healing' I felt as though a light had illuminated the dark" (Susan Perrow, 2008).

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
1. Healing Stories for Challenging Behaviours - Susan Perrow

https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Stories-Challenging-Behaviour-Perrow/dp/1903458781

2. A-Z Collection of Behaviour Tales - Susan Perrow
https://www.bookdepository.com/Z-Collection-Behaviour-Tales-Susan-Perrow/9781907359866

3. Susan Perrow
http://susanperrow.com

4. Jenny Cargill-Strong
https://storytree.com.au]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832444Tue, 04 Jul 2023 03:12:36 +0000Sean TonnetParenting wisdom of ancient and contemporary therapeutic story telling. Susan Perrow is an author, story teller, trainer and parent educator. Her first book ‘Healing Stories for Challenging Behaviours’ has been translated into over 10 languages. Her...
Susan Perrow is an author, story teller, trainer and parent educator. Her first book ‘Healing Stories for Challenging Behaviours’ has been translated into over 10 languages. Her recent interview was an inspirational program full of magic, metaphor and muses exploring the use of ancient myth, traditional folk tales and contemporary life in helping parents to raise children. Through Susan’s passion and thewisdom of her story making listeners will be left in no doubt about the power of story to heal and transform lives. "When i first experienced the power of story telling as 'healing' I felt as though a light had illuminated the dark" (Susan Perrow, 2008).

List of references (eg book titles/websites mentioned)
1. Healing Stories for Challenging Behaviours - Susan Perrow

https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Stories-Challenging-Behaviour-Perrow/dp/1903458781

2. A-Z Collection of Behaviour Tales - Susan Perrow
https://www.bookdepository.com/Z-Collection-Behaviour-Tales-Susan-Perrow/9781907359866

3. Susan Perrow
http://susanperrow.com

4. Jenny Cargill-Strong
https://storytree.com.au]]>1671emotions,fathering,healthymasculinity,masculinity,parenting,seantonnet,vulnerabilityclean11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-dad-i-masculinity-fatherhood-part-one--55832450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832450Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:52:55 +0000Sean TonnetExploring healthy masculinity and aware fathering has always led this presenter, with curiosity, back to his own dad. Like many men, wanting to understand more about their dad is an important space for understanding their own masculinty and in...1671fatherhood,masculinity,mentalhealth,parenting,seantonnetclean15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-dad-and-i-masculinity-fatherhood-part-two--55832453
Note: Apologies for some audio 'hiss' during parts of the podcast.

Resources Mentioned in Podcast:

1. Family Media Plan - www.healthychildren.org/english/media/Pages/default.aspx
2. Brenne Brown on Vulnerability - www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability
3. Conversations with your dad - www.manhood.com.au/manhood]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832453Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:48:43 +0000Sean TonnetOn this episode, I will play part 2 of his special feature interview with my 90-year-old father Lex. In this instalment, Lex discusses an emerging spirituality that helped him mature and grow as a man and reflects on the importance of a safe and...
Note: Apologies for some audio 'hiss' during parts of the podcast.

Resources Mentioned in Podcast:

1. Family Media Plan - www.healthychildren.org/english/media/Pages/default.aspx
2. Brenne Brown on Vulnerability - www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability
3. Conversations with your dad - www.manhood.com.au/manhood]]>1671fatherhood,manhood,masculinity,parenting,seantonnetclean16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vasectomy-the-responsible-choice--55832451
In this episode I will be talking with Dr. David Kerle, Urologist and surgeon with over 30 years experience performing vasectomies. From men's attitudes on contraception to sexual function, join David and Sean as they discuss all the important aspects of male contraception.

A not to be missed show on how men can understand more on an important area of family life.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832451Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:31:13 +0000Sean TonnetDid you know that Vasectomies are coming back into vogue? After reaching a high of nearly 29,000 in 1997, numbers dropped dramatically throughout the 2000s​. However, in the past four years, they have risen again to close to 1990 levels. In this...
In this episode I will be talking with Dr. David Kerle, Urologist and surgeon with over 30 years experience performing vasectomies. From men's attitudes on contraception to sexual function, join David and Sean as they discuss all the important aspects of male contraception.

A not to be missed show on how men can understand more on an important area of family life.]]>1671becomingadad,beingadad,contraception,dad,fatherhood,masculinity,men,seantonnet,vasectomyclean14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emotional-well-being-in-families--55832456
Discussing the ‘four components’ to emotional wellbeing in families, Garry tells us the reasons why this skill set in a child is as important as teaching them to read and write. He talks from the heart of his own experiences in being parented, becoming a father, and being a man.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832456Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:22:10 +0000Sean TonnetBy 2030, depression will be the biggest mental health issue on the planet and currently is costing us billions of dollars a year. In this episode we look at emotional health in families and why families are our greatest asset in early prevention of...
Discussing the ‘four components’ to emotional wellbeing in families, Garry tells us the reasons why this skill set in a child is as important as teaching them to read and write. He talks from the heart of his own experiences in being parented, becoming a father, and being a man.]]>1671attachment,emotionalhealth,garrythomson,mentalhealth,parenting,seantonnet,upliftingaustraliaclean13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/post-natal-depletion-an-essential-guide-for-men--55832443
Supporting woman and families with recovery from post natal depletion is the life work of my special guest Dr Oscar Serrallach. Dr Serrallach was first to recognise something he termed Post-Natal Depletion, describing the broader clinical pattern of many women presenting with these symptoms after having children. He has since dedicated his work towards researching this condition and applying the practice of Functional Medicine to help his clients with their recovery.

On this show, Dr Oscar will nut through some of the most significant facts and actions Dads can make in supporting themselves, their woman and their children around this essential topic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832443Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:17:09 +0000Sean TonnetMost mothers have experienced exhaustion, pain, forgetfulness, indecision, low energy levels, moodiness, or some form of baby brain. And it's no wonder: The process of growing a baby depletes a mother's body in substantial ways. As a result, a woman...
Supporting woman and families with recovery from post natal depletion is the life work of my special guest Dr Oscar Serrallach. Dr Serrallach was first to recognise something he termed Post-Natal Depletion, describing the broader clinical pattern of many women presenting with these symptoms after having children. He has since dedicated his work towards researching this condition and applying the practice of Functional Medicine to help his clients with their recovery.

On this show, Dr Oscar will nut through some of the most significant facts and actions Dads can make in supporting themselves, their woman and their children around this essential topic.]]>1672babybirth,becomingadad,dads,family,fatherhood,oscarserrallach,postnataldepletion,seantonnetclean18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-a-healthy-man-and-dad--55832454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832454Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:12:56 +0000Sean TonnetVery excited to have super dad and wellness guru Horst Tomsan from Knox and Aya (www.knoxandaya.com) join me on this podcast. With summer on our doorstep, there is never a better time to think about our health and well-being. Obesity now impacts...1671fathering,fitness,health,horsttomsan,knoxandaya,obesity,parent,seantonnet,welnnessclean19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/becoming-a-dad-a-guide-for-new-dads--55832440
On this show special guest Simon Hall, a highly experienced and regarded Child and Family worker, brings his specialised work with dads and dads-to-be onto the airwaves​, sharing his wisdom and experience with presenter Sean Tonnet.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55832440Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:06:34 +0000Sean TonnetThe transition to fatherhood is a physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual journey. It has the capacity to transform men and have an impact on their lives and their future in many ways. It challenges men to redefine themselves as individuals,...
On this show special guest Simon Hall, a highly experienced and regarded Child and Family worker, brings his specialised work with dads and dads-to-be onto the airwaves​, sharing his wisdom and experience with presenter Sean Tonnet.]]>1671fatherhood,paretning,relationships,seantonnetclean12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-transition-to-fatherhood--55845695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55845695Tue, 04 Jul 2023 00:55:50 +0000Sean TonnetA bonus mini podcast helping Men understand the tranisiton to fatherhood181fatherhood,menshealth,parenting,seantonnetclean112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-relationships-after-birth--55845699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55845699Mon, 03 Jul 2023 22:00:00 +0000Sean TonnetA bonus mini podcast on surviving relationships after the birth of baby177menshealth,parenting,relationships,seantonnetclean17bonus