Charlotte and Charlie continue their Life After Nannying series with Rebecca, founder of The Parent’s Companion.
Rebecca shares her journey from nannying — a role she loved — to training as a maternity nurse around eight years ago, realising the pace and variety of the role suited her personality. She also reflects on taking a career break as a flight attendant with Air New Zealand, where she discovered how much she enjoyed supporting families in a completely different environment. Living in New Zealand further shaped her approach, as she saw how parents there are given ongoing coaching, guidance, and practical tools to support positive parenting — almost like a manual for raising children.
Rebecca explains that her unique approach is centred on empowering parents with the knowledge and confidence to be the best parents they can be, without becoming dependent on professional support. She speaks about the importance of clear boundaries, collaboration, consistency, and even giving parents “homework” — without which real change simply doesn’t stick.
The conversation also explores emotional coaching, different parenting styles, and how children respond far better to playfulness and humour. Rebecca highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and connection, reminding us that play is children’s work. She explains why transitions — like stopping play to leave for school — can be so challenging, and why scaffolding children through these moments is key to helping them move confidently into the next stage of their day.
Podcast Links:
The Parent’s Companion website: https://theparentscompanion.co.uk/
Rebecca’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparentscompanion/
Laura Markham: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/
The Explosive Child by Ross W Green: https://drrossgreene.com/the-explosive-child.htm
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Email: yournannynetwork@gmail.com
Website: https://www.yournannynetwork.co.uk/