I'm Jen aka IrishMamaBuys. In the podcast I chat to my guests about parenting and mum life! We answer some listener questions and have a laugh along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I'm joined by the fantastic mother daughter duo Juzt2Girls. We laugh. We laugh a lot! But we also get to talk about some of the really important topics that Michelle and Kate highlight through their social media account. It's an episode full of joy and emotion and definitely one not to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode I talk all things arts and crafts with the fantastic founder of The Arty Fox, Feena McBride. Feena talks about starting her business during lockdown and where she sees the future taking her creative company. Feena will have her wonderful Christmas Collection available at Gifted RDS from Nov 30th - Dec 4th and will also be running 4 FREE workshops over the weekend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the first episode of season two I am joined by the fantastic and talented Louise Flanagan. We talk all things Dragonterra and I get to ask all the questions I wanted to know about this magical book series! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode I talk to Dave Saunders founder of From Lads to Dads. Dave talks to me about everything that's involved with the organization and he discuss his own personal journey which lead him to set up this wonderful resource and support network for fathers. We chat about some of the questions that fathers have when they are going to become a new parent. From supporting mum in hospital to knowing what to do with it brand new baby! This is such an important episode for Dads and definitely not to be missed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Donegal daddy. This is very special episode because Donegal daddy is the first dad to appear on the podcast! And it's also Father's Day this week so a big shout out to all the daddies! Micheál talks to me about how his page all began and how Donegal daddy has taken off more than he could ever have imagined. We discuss how sometimes striving for perfection can take so much effort when the simple things turn out to be the funniest. We chat about getting over the fear of not pleasing everybody on social media and just doing what you enjoy and making people laugh. Micheál also talks about the excitement for the new baby and all the preparations before the little one arrives! And of course I get some behind the scenes info on his and Gracie's funny video making antics! A fantastic episode not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I chat to Little Lou Cooks. Lou shares some brilliant cooking tips with me and tells me all about her wonderful cooking classes. A brilliant episode filled with lots of inspiration! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I speak to Lizzy Shortall author of children's book Joy's Playground and her new novel inspired by her own life The Lotus and the tiger book to to Lizzie and I talked about mindfulness and meditation and the difference between the two. We speak about how you don't have to be an expert to benefit from these types of practises. Lizzy shares her story of finding mindfulness skills later in life and how she feels it would be great for children to be able to learn these tools while they are young.We also talk about how it's great as the kids get older that we can leave the house for a day or two without taking everything but the kitchen sink! Lizzy's new books The Lotus and the Tiger is now available! It sounds amazing! Just like this episode. Not to be missed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I catch up with Sinead aka MammyMummyMamaWife. It's a late night one so Sinead and I talk all things bedtime and how we wind down after a stressful day. It was so fun catching up with a previous guest and lots of laughs were had about the realities of mum life. A really fun episode not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
After a big month off podcasting and lots of wedding fun in between I decided to ease back into it! I hope you enjoy this Mini Episode with my best boy. He is priceless and I think has a talent for podcasting! Enjoy this Hiccup minisode with my little mini man! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I speak to Diana founder of Rumba Fit. Diana is a mum of 1 from Columbia who now lives in Perth Australia.Diana tells me about why she quit her job as an engineer to pursue her dreams of dancing and creating her own empire.We talk about how she locked her passion away for a long time and her journey to finding the key to unlock it after she had her baby!Diana talks about how Rumba fit helps women reconnect with their dancing like they did when they were children and how she is creating an amazing sisterhood and community.We chat about how she kept the business going during lockdown even with all the challenges of technology.And we speak about how making time for yourself first is important to keep all the other elements of life running smooth!An inspiring episode not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I talk to Sophie White. Sophie is a Mum of three boys, co host of Mother of Pod and Creepdive Podcast and amazing author of books such as Filter This and Unfiltered. We start our chat with some laughs about how Mum and dads sometimes have to work together to give each other a break or even a nice lie in...Sophie talks about how creativity has played a big part in her life since childhood. We speak about how when we get older or become mothers we often feel that we have regrets about things that we haven't done or things we feel it's to late to do now. We chat about some of Sophie's passions from knitting her own outfits to signing Broadway tunes when she gets a moment alone in the house!Sophie talks openly about her mental health and how women's interest and needs haven't been really met in mainstream media and how this has lead to the growth of blogs and women expressing their thoughts in different ways. And Sophie shares some wonderful Mumspiration about artist mother's and how much she really admires them. An episode not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Episode No.20! In this week's episode I talk to the wonderful Taryn De Vere. Taryn talks to me about her amazing creative project - Object Dress Challenge. We talk about how hectic and fun her year has been so far and what the future holds for her creative challenge! We chat about how being our true authentic selves can help make the world a better and more positive place. Taryn shares how she has compassion for others even in the hardest situations and why it's important to ask ourselves during these times what is our goal. An amazing episode with a fantastic guest, not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Cathy from weaning.ie. Cathy has such a wealth of knowledge and she shares some of her wisdom with me. We talk about her masterclasses and what she offers through her website. We chat about how mealtime isn't just about what your child eats and how important that time is as a family. Cathy speaks about how the language we use when talking about eating can have a real impact on our kids. And Cathy shares some great mumspiration that we can all relate to as our children grow up. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Sheena founder of WonderBaba Care. Sheena talks to me about why she set up her amazing online resources for parents and why so many people can relate to what she writes about. We talk about how all squeamishness goes out the window when babies come along and the gross becomes everyday! How sometimes Mama's resort to bribery! And Sheena shares some amazing and so deserved "Mumspiration" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I chat to Sharon aka Double Trouble Twice over. Sharon and I could have chatted for hours like two life long friends but I've managed to edit us down to a single episode! Sharon talks to me about her fertility journey to having her four boys. She gives some really interesting insights into IVF and openly talks about how she felt going through it. We chat about shopping for increasingly tech minded kids and what kind of things we were into when we were younger! That's not all we delve into holidays and my upcoming wedding and Sharon also shares some absolutely lovely Mumspiration.A brilliant episode not to be missed See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I mix things up a little to celebrate the new year! I talk to you about the past year, how Hiccup was created and what the future holds for the podcast. I also get to speak to the amazing and wonderful Rosie Ford. Rosie chats to me about creating her own space in the world of social media and what kind of message she wants to reflect to other young people and women. We talk about everything from fashion to achieving our goals and not giving up! Rosie tells me about the amazing company set up by her and her mother during lockdown. Citrus and Sage. A wonderful chat with one of the most amazing women that I've had the pleasure of meeting and becoming friends with online! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Helen Moore founder of In Tune Parenting. Helen gives us some brilliant insights into how our little ones minds work and explains how stages like the so called terrible twos aren't just about tantrums for no reason! We discuss how the triggers we have as parents can be worked on to help us react to our children's behaviour differently. We also chat about Christmas and how giving our little ones the opportunity to help us choose gifts for the family can be a wonderful experience! A really interesting episode that will definitely make you wonder how your little ones think! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Lisa aka LisasRandomAdventures. Lisa and I have a great chat about the struggles of Christmas present buying! Lisa talks openly about being autistic and her amazing son Christopher who is also autistic. She chats about how she uses her autism to her advantage and how it really allows her to think outside the box! We also chat about her amazing new venture The Virtue Club. An alternative night out for those who don't want to drink alcohol. An amazing woman and a brilliant chat. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I chat to Bethan O'Riordan. Bethan speaks about her life as a psychotherapist and how she helps people in all aspects of parenting. We discuss how self care is important and how her journal can help people plan and achieve their goals. We have a lovely talk filled with interesting insights and lots of laughter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I talk to Tam aka Olympic Mammy. Tam talks me through her extraordinary journey to becoming Ireland's first female contestant in the Winter Olympics. We discuss how her passion for skiing and the lessons she has learned have continued to help her throughout her life. We talk about her journey to becoming a mother and what she hopes for her future. An amazing episode with a real life Olympian and such an amazing mum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I chat to Aishling aka The Unfiltered Autism Mammy. Aishling tells me all about her daughter Charlie-Rose. We discus Charlie-Rose's autism diagnosis last year and some of the struggles Aishling has faced as a mum trying to get the support needed for her daughter. We also chat about some of the amazing people who are a part of the autism community and how Aishling herself loves supporting others as she knows that it can be a tough journey at times. A wonderful episode with a fantastic Mum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I speak to Lucy. Lucy shares her journey with me from Columbia to Australia to Ireland! She talks about how her experience working in different marketing jobs and having her children has lead her down the path she's on now as an entrepreneur! Lucy tells me all about her Mumpreneur Academy and she shares so much valuable and motivating advice. You will be ready to reach your goals after this episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I chat to Tessa aka TheSleepyMammy. Tessa talks about being nurse and working mainly with anaesthetics and recovery and how this along side becoming a mum lead her on her path as a baby and child sleep consultant. Tessa gives some amazing insights into baby sleep and also shares some lovely Mumspiration. A really informative and fun episode not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I chat to Chloe aka GirlGotGuts. Chloe talks honestly about her unbelievably hard experience being pregnant and having Covid and what it was like for her having her baby premature. We also chat about how being positive isn't always the solution to everything! We reminisce about our pre children days and how being a mum can sometimes be a little crazy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I am joined by Sinéad aka MammyMummyMamaWife. We chat about getting the kids back to school. How being a first time mum was for her and how her life is now with three girls and a boy. Sinéad reveals what she's passionate about and shares some fantastic book recommendations. And this weeks Mumspiration is a little different and leaves me with all the feels! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's episode I chat to Judith aka AnIrishMammy. We speak about her mum life and also about what hobbies and interests she likes to do outside of the world of parenting. We chat about her passion for travel and what it's like slowly getting back to venturing off on trips with the kids again. We also speak about everything from parenting books to how we attempt to spice up our cleaning routines! It's a great chat not to be missed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In episode 5 I chat to Edel. We talk about everything from her experience giving birth to her son in London which was a difficult time to moving home. We chat all things baby products and even take a detour to "Sage, Yoga and Beyoncé" Edels life motto... An episode not to be missed filled with lots of honest chat and laughter from 2 lifelong gal pals. (note - this episode contains details of a traumatic birth experience so feel free to skip this one if it is something triggering to you or fast forward to around 13 mins) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode I speak to Aoife aka PlayWithMeMammy. Aoife tells me all about how she came up with PlayWithMeMammy and how learning through play is a big part of her family life. She talks me through some of her play setups that are perfect for keeping cool during this Irish heatwave! We also discuss how our little ones interests are always changing and no matter what us parents do our children learn life lessons and skills at their own pace. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this weeks episode I chat to Julie Helen. Julie is a journalist, disability rights activist and most importantly mum to Ricky. Julie and I talk about her Cerebral Palsy and some of the ways that it impacts her life. She shares the reasons why she advocates for others and why it is important to her. We also chat about mum life and how little ones personalities can surprise us every day! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode I chat to Niamh aka Mammyblog.ie. We talk about here career as a freelance writer, we reminisce about old school social media, we chat about how it can be hard watching our little ones grow up and of course we discuss the joys of toddler life! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode I speak to Michelle aka Millennial Irish Mammy. We talk about her passion for writing, life during lockdown and what this selfcare stuff is really all about! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.