Best John Dougall Podcasts (2025)

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Sara Chatwin: Extended family are a huge help for wisdom 37:31

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With the school holidays and dreary weather - kids are likely to be glued to their rooms and screens. How can we change that? What can we do to keep them busy while we're at work? Additionally, with recent floods across the country - how can we help our children dealing with the experience? Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins Andrew Dickens for the Par…

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Sandy Pasley: Parents must ask how engaged their child is in school 35:57

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How can you teach accountability to your children? What ways can a lesson go too far? Parent teacher interviews - what questions should we be asking our teachers? Tim Beveridge is joined by Education Expert Sandy Pasley... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Nathan Wallis: Mindfulness combats anxiety and depression 37:20

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What happens inside a child's brain when they're having a meltdown? How should we approach their struggles? Tim Beveridge is joined by Neuroscience Educator Nathan Wallis. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Cowan: Relationships with your in-laws can be crucial 36:23

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Tim Beveridge is joined by Parenting Expert John Cowan to talk about in-laws problems, and side-line behaviour. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: We can't stop our children doing stupid things 36:24

1M ago36:24

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Tim Beveridge is joined by Principal Psychologist at Umbrella Wellbeing, Dougal Sutherland. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kathryn Berkett: Where is the line between school and parental obligations? 35:10

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We trust schools with the bulk of what our children are taught - and it makes sense, since they spend the majority of their time there. But are we delegating the raising of our children too much to schools? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dharshana Ponnampalam: How to deal with a child's mental health struggles 37:32

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How much is social media affecting children's mental health? When does a child need counselling services, and how do you approach a discussion about getting over a relationship? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Sara Chatwin: Parents have to have the hard conversations around weight 36:20

2M ago36:20

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A nine year old boy was told he's too fat to play rugby this week, sparking a major debate. But really, kids do tend to grow out before up - so when is it an issue, and how do you discuss it with them? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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"They just want to connect with their mates": A parenting expert's take on potential social media ban 36:32

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The National Party have proposed a bill to ban social media for under 16 year olds - following Australia's lead. But do parents really need legislative support with things like this? And how much help is really needed? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: Your teen's angst may be your fault 36:33

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All teenagers have their moments - but what are the signs there's something seriously wrong? And how much of the teenage angst can be blamed on parents expecting to have a horrible teen? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Sandy Pasley: Teaching values falls on parents as well as schools 35:38

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It takes a village - parents, caregivers, family, and community. It takes a bit from everyone to raise successful adults. Parents will do their best to instil particular values into their children - but as we slowly let go as they progress through their schooling, it's unavoidable that others will begin to have a say. So in terms of values, what is…

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Kathryn Berkett: Should you try to manage your children's friendships? 1:00:54

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This week on The Parent Squad, neuroscience educator Kathryn Berkett revealed how much - if at all - you should get involved with your children's friendships. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Jenny Hale: Parents are raising less resilient children 35:35

3M ago35:35

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Senior Parent Coach Jenny Hale discusses the importance of resilience in parents. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Sara Chatwin: Setting boundaries in a blended family household 35:57

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Combining two families under one roof can be hard at the best of times. Whether a couple are both bringing kids from a previous marriage together, or someone is becoming a step parent having never had kids before. But what happens when there are disagreements between the couple? What if a step parents thinks their stepchild should move out when he …

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Grace Strange: The birth plan leaves at the first contraction 36:35

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Midwife Grace Strange joins the show to discuss birth plans vs reality. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Rockley Montgomery: Military school principal on character schools 36:36

4M ago36:36

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All parents send their children to school with the hopes of high results and great values, but which are they prioritising? Special character schools are significantly different from the public school system - and state schools may have a few things to learn. Rockley Montgomery is the principal of Vanguard Military School and he joins to discuss th…

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Kathryn Berkett: Don't make it easy for your kids to live at home after school 36:29

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Neuroscience educator Kathryn Berkett joins to discuss how to kick your kids out - the right way. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: You don't need to treat your kids equally 37:05

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Psychologist Dougal Sutherland joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how parents should handle the pressure to treat their children equally. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Cowan: When the empty-nester syndrome starts to set in 36:06

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Parents nationwide are saying goodbye to their kids as they set off to university, their OE, or countless other adventures. It leaves the parents with an unusually quiet home - so how do they deal with it? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr Leila Masson: Our children are chronically stressed 37:27

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The number of anxiety diagnoses is becoming increasingly more common in newer generations. Dr Leila Masson, paediatrician and author of Children's Health A to Z, says children are put in a difficult position with the rising popularity of social media. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dave Atkinson: Building resilience in your children 36:35

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The Youth Development Strategy Aotearoa (YDSA) recognised six key principles to support the positive development of teens and tweens. Understanding, connection, and relationships are just some of the focal points found to be essential for resilient and thriving young adults. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kathryn Berkett: Spotting neurodiversity in your children 41:20

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All children have their quirks - especially coming into the teenage years. But when does it cross the line from awkwardness to potentially needing some extra support? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Cowan: Parents are passing their anxieties on to their kids 36:16

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Prince William himself recently admitted that when asked what they had learnt at school that day, his children respond with "nothing". But how much of the anxiety around change is really coming from the child, and how much is being projected onto the child by their parents? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Grace Strange: Drastic increase in women requesting c-sections 41:20

6M ago41:20

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Statistics from Auckland Hospital show there has been a dramatic increase in women requesting c-sections in recent year, but a drop in women actually getting elective c-sections. The number also show an unfortunate increase in emergency c-sections. Grace Strange is a midwife and founder of Antenatal Co., and she joins with more. LISTEN ABOVE See om…

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Dougal Sutherland: Dealing with the fallout from a bad exam result 35:35

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NCEA exam results have been released, and many students are less than pleased with how they did. Every parent wants their child to be their best, but how can they push their children to improve without destroying their self confidence? As parents deal with the fallout from exam results, many have had to return to work while school holidays drag on.…

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John Cowan: Managing family conflict over Christmas 36:52

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Family arguments are more common than not over the holiday period - but when is it time to step in when it comes to relatives making comments to children? John Cowan joins to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: Kids need awards as reinforcement 36:44

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School prizegivings can be a chore this time of year, along with the increasing popularity of participation awards - but the burning question is whether these are helping or harming children. Dougal Sutherland joins with more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kim Harvey: Avoiding teaching your kids over-consumption at Christmas time 36:17

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Parents nationwide have one question on their minds this time of year - how on earth they can get their kids out of the house and off their devices once school finishes up for the year. Also, are parents teaching their children how to be over-consumers and materialistic by over-gifting at Christmas, and what is the limit when it comes to presents? …

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Kathryn Berkett: You need to let your kids be stressed 36:01

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Most parents hate seeing their children in stressful situations, regardless of what the cause is - but there may be an argument for allowing them to experience the stress. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Holly Brooker: Helping kids adjust when it's time to move out 38:07

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With the year drawing to a close, teenagers are finishing up with school and leaving home. Holly Brooker joins to discuss how parents can best support their children through the transition, and when it's time to give them a gentle nudge. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Sara Chatwin: Leave kids out of politics 36:18

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How involved should you allow your children to become in politics? What warnings should you give them? Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Cowan: How to help your kids this exam season 36:39

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With exam season just around the corner, John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge to let you know how you can help your children in the lead-up. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: What should you do when your child makes negative comments about themselves? 38:39

8M ago38:39

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Most children reach a point in their pre-teen or teenage years when they grow more self aware, they begin to make comments that are critical of themselves. Dougal Sutherland joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how parents should respond to these comments to avoid worsening their self-image. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Dave Atkinson: The impact parenting has on your mental health 36:35

9M ago36:35

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Recent studies from the United States show how detrimental being a parent can be to your mental health. Tim Beveridge is joined by Parenting Place CEO Dave Atkinson to discuss how to maintain your mental health with children. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Nathan Wallis: Raising resilient children 32:30

9M ago32:30

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Neuroscience Educator Nathan Wallis joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the harms of helicopter parenting and how to raise resilient kids. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kathryn Berkett: Every child studies differently 35:57

9M ago35:57

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Children will often insist on having music or a TV show playing in the background while they study, but how distracting is it really? Also, how are single parents able to cope with all the decision making and responsibilities they have to do alone? Neuroscience trainer Kathryn Berkett joins Tim Beveridge to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See o…

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Sara Chatwin: Let your kids be bored 31:36

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Parents often feel pressured to have the school holidays fully booked with activities and programs, but psychologist Sara Chatwin says that may not be the best thing to do for children. Sara joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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John Cowan: The importance of reading to children 34:01

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Parenting expert John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the importance of reading to children and how children books have changed over the years. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Holly Brooker: Parents should be more hesitant putting their children on social media 34:10

10M ago34:10

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Many parents have grown more hesitant when it comes to posting pictures of their children online. The conversation is growing around the dangers of sharing photos and information publicly. Parenting expert Holly Brooker joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Kathryn Berkett: Students need schools 33:33

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Several schools nationwide are considering online learning as a solution to manage poor attendance, teacher shortages, and student mental health. Kathryn Berkett joins Tyler Adams on The Weekend Collective to explain why this is a bad idea. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dr Dougal Sutherland: How to get more involved in your child's education 34:58

10M ago34:58

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A British mum is facing backlash after allowing her 15 year old son to travel Europe with his 16 year old friend. The mum acknowledged the danger in this, but said, "in this increasingly risk-averse world it's vital that we find any ways we can to give our children the confidence that only comes from trusting them." So where do you draw the line? H…

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Kim Harvey: Helping your children form healthy habits 31:32

11M ago31:32

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How do you help your children build healthy habits without taking it too far? Kim Harvey joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Sara Chatwin: The balance between authoritative and authoritarian parenting 31:33

11M ago31:33

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How do you balance disciplining your children while still allowing them to choose their own path? Sara Chatwin joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Cowan: How involved should parents be in school subject decisions? 31:59

11M ago31:59

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What do you do when your child is picking school subjects? Do you step in when they want to drop core subjects? Parenting expert John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Jenny Hale: Why is anxiety becoming so prevalent in kids? 29:29

11M ago29:29

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Why is anxiety becoming so much more prevalent in children? Are evolving parenting styles to blame? Parent coach Jenny Hale joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dougal Sutherland: How do you get past the stigma of being a step parent? 35:33

12M ago35:33

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Is it possible to break out of the stigma and be a successful step-parent? Dougal Sutherland joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kathryn Berkett: Parents need to allow kids to build resilience 39:36

12M ago39:36

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Educational Psychologist Kathryn Berkett joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss where to draw the line when your child is being bullied. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The Parent Squad with Sara Chatwin: Kiwi kids are using devices far more than the rest of the world 32:42

12M ago32:42

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Psychologist Sara Chatwin joined Tyler Adams on The Weekend Collective to discuss new statistics showing that children in New Zealand are using screens far more than children in other countries. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The Parent Squad with John Cowan: Getting through the puberty talk 31:45

1y ago31:45

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Getting through the classic puberty talk can be a difficult and awkward experience for parents and children alike. How do we handle this tastefully? Expert John Cowan joins the Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The Parent Squad with Dr Simon McDowell: Why is fertility declining worldwide? 41:33

1y ago41:33

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Fertility expert Dr Simon McDowell joins the Weekend Collective to discuss why fertility is declining worldwide - and how prospective parents can prepare for the best chances to conceive. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB