It Can't Hurt To Ask

Death is one of life's few guarantees. It's natural and will happen to all of us—so why are we so afraid to talk about it?

In Episode 1 of It Can’t Hurt to Ask ... about Death and Dying, our host Lauren kicks off the season by asking what seems like an obvious question: what are death and dying? The answer, however, is a little more complex.

We're joined by Dr Christian, a palliative care specialist from Rockhampton Base ...

What if we told you that palliative care is less about death and dying, and more about living?

In Episode 2 about Death and Dying, Lauren heads to different services across the state to find out what palliative care is, how it works and the many different ways you can access care.

We start with a history lesson from Dr Graham, the director of the Specialist Rural Telehealth Service, who explains what palliative care is and who it's f...

There can be a lot of people involved in end-of-life care, so in this episode, we're finding out who's who and what they do.

In this episode, Lauren meets with staff from across the state who help care for people who are dying, to find out what their jobs are and what they love about their work.

From the role of doctors and nurses in palliative care settings, to allied health professionals and a geriatrician, we're finding out how ma...

While it may feel uncomfortable, we can't talk about Death and Dying, without answering this one—what actually happens when someone is dying?

Lauren tackles this question head on to find out more—what are the different stages of dying, how long does it take and what do the movies get right (if anything)? We also learn more about the importance of advance care planning as we age and how voluntary assisted dying works from...

What happens when somebody is dying? Why should I do an advance care plan? What actually is a "good death"?

Welcome to It Can’t Hurt to Ask ... about Death and Dying. Whether you're caring for someone, thinking about your lifestyle as you age or just interested in what happens at the end of life, we've got the answers you're looking for.

Join our host Lauren as she explores everything you'd want to know about the last months, w...

How do you prepare your child — and yourself — for one of the biggest parenting milestones so far: starting school?

Welcome to the final episode of Parents' Group, season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health. This week, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about what it means to send your little one off to school, whether they’re ready, whether you’re ready, or whether you're still figuring...

How do you support your child through their first big friendships, growing independence and never-ending questions while also navigating your own parenting triggers?

Welcome to episode 7 of Parents' Group, season 4 of It Can’t Hurt to Ask, a podcast by Queensland Health. This week, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin explore the wild ride that is parenting a three-to-four-year-old, from kindy transitions and emotional blow-ups ...

How do you talk to your two-year-old about emotions and discipline while barely managing your own meltdown?

Welcome to Episode 6 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can't Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health. This week, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin unpack the chaos and connection that comes with parenting a two-to-three-year-old, from public tantrums and constant 'but why?' questions to emotional breakthroughs and bedtime battles.

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Is your toddler finding their independence while you’re still figuring out yours?

In Episode 5 of Parent’s Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask, your hosts Caitlin, Steph and Alex explore the one-to-two-year mark; a time full of transitions, tug-of-war feelings, and late-night comparisons.

Clinical Nurse Megan is back to talk about returning to work, toddler separation anxiety, navigating guilt, and why your conn...

What happens when your baby starts moving, and your sense of identity starts shifting?

In Episode 4 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about the 3–12 month stage of parenting: the joy, the overstimulation, and the weird feeling of not quite recognising yourself anymore.

Child Health Nurse Megan joins us to explain what emotional development loo...

The 'fourth trimester' is real—and it’s a rollercoaster.

In Episode 3 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about the first three months of life with a newborn. From sleep deprivation and birth trauma, to bonding with your baby and adjusting to new identities, this episode unpacks why early parenting can feel beautiful, brutal, and everythi...

Pregnancy is often associated with glowing skin and cute baby bumps—but what about when it feels more like nausea, anxiety, and endless 3am Google searches?

In Episode 2 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about pregnancy and mental wellbeing. From morning sickness and mood swings to bonding with your baby before they’re born, this episode explores the emotio...

What if there was a parents' group you could join from anywhere... one that was honest, supportive, and always had a laugh (or a cry) when you needed it most?

In Episode 1 of Parent’s Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin kick off the season by welcoming you into this virtual parent’s group. Together, they share their own parenting journeys — the high...

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back!

This season, we’re diving into the different challenges each stage of parenthood presents — from pregnancy through to the preschool years.  

You'll hear real stories from Queensland mums and dads navigating the ups and downs of early parenthood, alongside expert clinicians sharing practical advice, insights and answers to the questions, concerns and curiosities every parent has.

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This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

In this episode we're exploring how you can say fit, strong, and resilient as you age. Whether you're 25 or 45, it's never too early to start laying the foundations for healthy ageing.

Our featured expert is Dr Eric Chung, professor of surgery at the University of Queensland and a consultant urologist at the Princess Alexandra...

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we’re talking about chronic conditions—complex health conditions that can be long term or lifelong—and how genes and lifestyle can increase or decrease a man's risk.

Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia, where over half of our population lives wi...

[Content warning: This episode contains discussions about drug and alcohol use. Substance use is nuanced with many contributing factors which cannot be fully covered in this episode.]

Join us for season 3 of It Can't Hurt To Ask to take a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we're tackling substance use—alcohol and drugs, including performance drugs.

You'll hear from our expert, Advance Peer Wo...

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we’re talking about men’s sexual health, function and fertility. Our featured expert is urologist and Professor of Surgery, Dr Eric Chung, who shares his deep knowledge of what affects men’s sexual and reproductive health.

You'll also hear from Queensland men, Phoenix and Greg, who asks what hap...

[Content warning: This episode mentions mental health, suicide and suicide ideation.]

Join us for season 3 of It Can't Hurt To Ask to take a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we're tackling the big topic of men's mental health. We're working out our brains with experts, Mental Health Acute Inpatient Service (MHAIS) Clinical Nurse, Sam, and MHAIS Senior Exercise Physiologist, Matt, who'll take us t...