The Mum Mind Podcast

'Anxious Children in an Anxious World' is the new, award-winning book from Dr. Mary O'Kane. Dr. Mary is a Lecturer in Psychology, Early Childhood Studies and Education as well as one of the most well-respected parenting experts in Irish Media, contributing to a range of features in television and radio.In this episode we delve into all aspects of anxiety from school anxiety to separation anxiety as well as the anxiety of parents.You can find Mary's books and more at www.drmaryokane.ie or follow on Instagram @drmaryokaneStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The TV drama 'Adolescence' created a lot of discussion and probably fear amongst parents of teenagers. This week Stef McSherry talks to two psychotherapists about some of the topics the series raised. An essential listen for parents of teenagers.Carol Duffy is a psychotherapist who has worked with TUSLA for 20 years and the Children's Therapy for 16 years. Carol is a senior play therapist specialising in complex trauma and attachment dynamics.@carolduffy2023Cathy O'Byrne from The Swallows Trail Parent Support is also a psychotherapist specialising in parents support.@theswallowstrailparentsupportStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathie Stritch is a PT who created Griefireland.com - a place to help people navigate their grief and tell their stories. The retreats and workshops allow people to come together and share their grief journey. Her podcast, Family Flowers Only, gives people space to share their stories in a gentle and beautiful way.Tragedy struck Kathie's family when she lost her brother-in-law in a tragic accident and then his wife, her sister, a year later. Kathie realised there was an online space for nearly everything else except grief and so she created one. You can find more info on Insta @griefireland or visit the website www.griefireland.comStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ciara McDonnell is an intuitive and somatic practioner who helps women lead a soul led life and connect to themselves again. This episode is full of wisdom and joy and I hope you get as much from it as we did!You can find Ciara on Instagram @and_so_we_riseStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Joanna Fortune says that play is a state of mind and a way of being. Do we adults tend to think our children have outgrown play? When was the last time WE played?This episode is full of so much learning about when and how we can use play with our children and teenagers. Grab a pen and paper!Dr. Joanna is a psychotherapist with over 20 years clinical experience. She has a regular parenting slot on Newstalk's Sean Moncrieff show. Joanna also has a series of books '15 Minute Parenting' and 'Why We Play' which are really accessible ways to encourage play into our daily lives.You can find Joanna on Instagram @drjoannafortuneStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevina Reel is a female health physio who knows all there is to know about the pelvic floor. In this honest conversation she talks to Stef about what the pelvic floor is and what it does, issues we can have with it and what we can do about it. Kevina has no-nonsense approach and leaves us with so many great tips, imagery and sayings!Kevina Reel owns Every Body Physio and you can find all her info there http://www.everybodyphysio.ie/Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Fiona Barry is a Chinese health practitioner specialising in fertility, hormonal issues, trauma and pain. Fiona is often on TV, radio or National Press talking about the menopause and she was an integral part of the formulation of Menoactive - part of the Revive Active family of supplements.This is a fascinating chat about this relatively new phenomenon of the 'sandwiched' generation, where women can often have young kids, whilst going through the menopause, and potentially minding elderly parents and working! No wonder women arrive at her clinic exhausted!If that resonates with you you can find Fiona at https://fionabarry.ie/ or on Instagram at @dr_fionabarryStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eileen Keane Hayley has been working with children, teens and parents for over 15 years. Her book 'The Parent' is a really easy to read, comprehensive look at what it is to be a parent. Eileen's parenting and mentoring service is based in Cork and her vast experience both there and as a Mum of 4, is an invaluable insight. This was a fascinating conversation about raising kids in this day and age.You can find Eileen at https://jumpstart-your-confidence.squarespace.com/and on Instagram @jumpstartyourconfidencecorkThe app Stef mentioned in this episode is KidsloxStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brenda Cormican is a business coach but also someone that is very passionate about women finding their purpose. Having a child can often be the catalyst for women finding more flexibility and freedom and this was true for Brenda too.If you would like to talk to Brenda her website is www.brendacormicanbusinesscoach.com and her Instagram is @brendacormicanbusinesscoachStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Louise George is an holistic psychotherapist and yoga instructor , who integrates yoga as part of her eating disorder recovery coaching. Louise herself suffered with anorexia and has spent the last 25 years working with people who have an eating disorder. This experience helps clients, and compliments their treatment along side the clinical and psychology teams. Louise runs the Douglas Yoga Centre and www.yogaconnected.ie. Her beautiful style of teaching and genuine interest in the well-being of her students makes her offering unique and a lovely place to be.You can find Louise on Instagram @iamlouisegeorgeStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ann Hessman went from being a primary school teacher to a Special Education teacher to a neurodiversity parent coach. Her wealth of experience, empathy and passion helps parents advocate for their children, whilst acknowledging the grief and loneliness often experienced by parents of neurodiverse children.You can find Ann at https://www.epiphanycoaching.ie/Or Instagram @epiphanycoachingStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Colman Noctor is a renowned child and adolescent psychotherapist. He has a weekly parenting column in the Irish Examiner and is the resident psychotherapist on RTÉ Radio 1's Ray Darcy Show.There was so much covered in this episode.....helicopter parenting, devices, anxiety, meal times, teenagers and drinking - it is a jam-packed episode. You can follow Colman on Instagram @noctorcolmanStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, hopefully it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CEO and co-founder of Cyber Safe Kids, Alex Cooney joins Stef this week to talk devices, parental controls, online bullying, grooming an dso much more. If you need any more guidance please check out all the brilliant resources at www.cybersafekids.ie.Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samantha Kelly aka the Tweeting Goddess is well known in the business world as a speaker and author. Samantha has given a TedX talk and appeared on Dragon's Den but today she talks to Stef about her parenting journey. Samantha talks openly about being a single parent, how she got sober and how she discovered that her daughter only had 25% hearing.You can find Samantha Kelly on LinkedIn and on all social media platforms as @tweetinggoddess and her event Social Media Fest is happening on 9th April 2025.Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Derrick Standifer joins Stef for this chat from Atlanta, Georgia. Derrick earned his Ph.D. whilst being a full-time single Dad and he has used this experience to go on and become a motivational speaker and educator. He uses a Rubik's cube to help empower kids to solve life's twists and turns.You can find out more about Dr. Standifer and his work on Instagram and Facebook @dr.derrickstandifer and @lilarcjrStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Davina Steel is a biochemist, nutritionist, baker and now the author of 'Have You Ever Seen A Bee With Hives?'. This beautiful book is an informative, yet humorous, guide about food and the body, with a focus on food allergies.Davina helps guide us through allergies, intolerances and sensitivities and how to empower kids that suffer with these about speaking up and informing others.You can find the book and more info about Davina at www.davinasteel.co.ukStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deirdre Doyle runs The Cool Food School. Deirdre is a registered health coach who hosts amazing food workshops within schools and at events across the country. Today we talk about fussy eaters, food phobias, food marketing and the new hot school dinners that are due to be rolled out this year.You can find Deirdre at www.thecoolfoodschool.ie and on Instagram @thecoolfoodschoolStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Child and adolescent psychotherapist Cathy O'Byrne joins me this week to talk about the rollercoaster of parenting. Everything from rewarding behaviour, teens and tweens, boundaries and the phone, plus loads more!You can find Cathy at www.theswallowstrail.comThe books Cathy mentioned were:"Dibs- in search of Self- the moving story of an emotionally lost child who found his own way back." Virginia Axline"Unconditional Parenting" and "Punished by Rewards"- both by Alfie Kohn"Brainstorm" by Dan Siegel is a great read if you want to know more about adolescence and their brain development."Help me help my Teen." Maggie Dent- her podcast is brilliant too!"The Grown up's guide to Teenage Humans"- Josh ShippStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sleep Consultant Lucy Wolfe is our guest this week. Author of The Baby Sleep Solution, Lucy has worked with parents and families for over 20 years and regularly pops up on TV or on radio. Lucy was so generous with her time and tried to answer as many questions as possible, so definitely worth grabbing a pen and paper for this episode.You can find Lucy at @lucywolfesleep on Instagram or www.lucywolfesleepplans.comStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the gorgeous Pat Kane (Reuzi.ie) teaches us all about recycling, fast fashion and micro-plastics. Her Power of One campaign teaches us that even the little things matter, so how can we do more?Pat mentioned the Or Foundation (theorispresent) and Lovely Things By Laura (@lovelythingsbylaura) and you can follow Pat Kane @iampatkane.Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are chatting to special education teacher Angela Cummins. Angela has been working in this space for over twenty years. She is also a mam of four so she has a great empathy with parents and her whole class approach is really refreshing. She runs workshops about disability and diversity workshops through her company Train Ability.During the show Angela mentioned support groups and pages that may be useful. These are:@everyday_ot_ireland@neurodiversityireland@themindofamammy@plan_dublin_5_3_17@finding_charlies_voice@sensational_kidsYou can contact Angela on Instagram @specialedteacherireland and her website www.trainability.ieStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are kicking off 2025 chatting with Laura Crowley. Laura has spent the last twenty years plus working with children and families with an ASD diagnosis. She is full of useful information as well as practical ways to help families. Laura's work also led to her own diagnosis. Laura is open, honest and a pleasure to chat to. You can find out more about her and her work at www.lauracrowleyconnect.comStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com.Thanks for listening to the podcast, I hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I look forward to recording with some amazing guests over the next few weeks and I will be back in January 2025. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do when your child is being bullied? What if the school isn't helping? What if your child is the bully?Bethan and Stef discuss all of the above in this episode, including how to mind yourself as a parent when all of this is happening.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When children are angry they let us know! And helping them with their big behaviours and emotions without blame or shame can be one of the trickiest parts of parenting. This week we answer a Mum's question about helping her child with anger, share practical tips for change and help that Mum know how to manage the shame and embarrassment all parents feel when this happens in their family.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show we talk to female health and nutrition expert Fiona O'Donnell. Fiona often helps debunk the myths we see plastered all over social media and gets us to tune into our own bodies and how we want to feel and be. A fascinating listen - you can check out Fiona and her work at her website and Instagram page fionaodonnell.ieThanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a lot of stuff about self-care online but what does it actually mean to you and your family? How do you feel when you actually put yourself first?Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way.Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family! You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To curse or not to curse - this is the question?! What is your reaction when your child swears? It can be funny when they are small but maybe not so funny when they are older and swearing at you! And let's face it the rules are complicated! Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are talking to Dr Monica Peres Oikeh - a GP and regular contributor to Ireland AM. Dr Monica is @blondieperes on TikTok and Instagram and has become known as the straight talking specialist on female health, who loves a bit of ABBA!We thoroughly enjoyed this chat - we hope you do too! Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friendships for children can be complicated for both parent and child. How much should you get involved? When is it right to stand back and let your child work it out? When is it best to talk about safe relationships? Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this final episode of our Tackling Racism series, we want to share with you what you can do at home to raise your child for inclusion, acceptance and tolerating others. This crucial episode will help you to raise a child who feels complete in themselves....and this all starts with how you help them with the tricky bits of life.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emer O'Neill is an activist for equity and inclusion, a storyteller, a Mum and an author. Who better to talk to about racism and how to address difficult issues within our communities and families?An extra special episode - we hope you enjoy learning as much as we did.You can find Emer on Instagram at @emeroneill14Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are kicking off Season 6 with a 3-part series on tackling racism. This week we speak to a mum who wanted to share her experiences and we discuss what families and communities can do differently.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Today's episode is sponsored by The Sibly Food Co., a fantastic Irish brand based in Cork creating healthy, delicious snacks that are perfect for the whole family!You can check out their full range on their website www.thesibly.ie and, as a special treat for our listeners, use the code PARENT10 at checkout for a great discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going back to school can be a tricky time for all age groups. Pre-schoolers starting big school, teenagers starting a new school or just feeling anxious about the return to school.In this pop-up episode, Bethan and Stef answer some parents questions about the return to school.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Summer holidays are upon us. Love them or hate them, all of this time spent with family can be tricky.In this weeks episode we talk to Ailis O'Carrol from www.explorium.ie - an amazing day out for all the family!We talk card games, beach tips, theraputty and of course Stef learns all about the hacky sack. Clip referenced is here:https://youtu.be/U9t-slLl30E?si=GBUjxyWrrnMsx9LPWe hope you have a lovely Summer and we will be back towards the end of the Summer holidays with some back to school tips!Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Sanja from www.mindfulfinancemanagement.com helps us talk to our kids about budgets, saving and earning money.You can find Sanja at her website or on Instagram @mindfulfinancemanagement.comThanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Mum emailed themummind@gmail.com and is wondering if her little one is too young for pre-school. It's hard to know what is best but Stef and Bethan have a few bits of advice that should help if you are struggling with this too.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Stef and Bethan help a mum whose 9 year old boy is finding some friends tough-going. It can bring up all kinds of emotions for us parents too when our child is hurt or excluded and we need to keep our emotions in check when helping our kids navigate these tricky friendships.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of our interview with trauma therapist Helen Ferguson. In this episode Helen discusses diagnoses, assessments, trauma and family systems. After listening to this episode, you may want to contact Helen and her email address, as mentioned in the episode, is helen@helenbferguson.com.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is trauma? How do you find a therapist capable of unravelling yours or your child's trauma? Helen Ferguson has been working in this area for 25 years and is full of words of wisdom. Today we talk about trauma and how to find a therapist in the first part of this two - part episode.Helen can be found at:helenbferguson.comThanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's really easy to fall into the "Don't speak to me like that!" routine when you hear your child speaking to you in a certain way. Your response can almost feel automatic. So is there a better way of handling it? Stef and Bethan share some great tips.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Christina Mc Donnell is a GP, a mum and she also runs Irelands's biggest online children's bookstore geniusjuniors.ie. Today Stef and Bethan chat with Christina about books and how they can help discussions with your kids about tricky subjects. We also talk about the ongoing horrific situation in Gaza.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our special guest Jen Hogan is a parenting journalist that is a columnist for the Irish Times, an author, a broadcaster and a Mum of 7!Words of wisdom, some insights and a few laughs along the way - we hope you enjoy this chat with Jen. Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Setting boundaries can be difficult - holding boundaries can be exhausting. But it is an essential part of parenting.In this episode Stef and Bethan try to make it slightly easier.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com.Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you expect your kids to say sorry when they do something wrong? Do you? Is it important in your house? Bethan and Stef chat about the tricky subject of saying sorry this week.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school,at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your child ungrateful? Do you hear that from a grandparent or do you find yourself saying it? A classic moment where your mother falls out of your mouth?! These things can be very layered so this week Stef and Bethan try and unravel some of these sayings.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If your child is gaming they are probably playing Fortnite. Does it cause conflict in your household? Is it difficult to get your child to stop playing? This week we talk about the world of Fortnite.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking to your child about sex and puberty can be tricky enough, so how do you approach this when you have a child who has an intellectual disability or is on the spectrum?Michelle Murphy from Relatable is here to help - a fascinating chat and one that obviously contains sexual content.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Sponsored by The Club Womens Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More and more parents are experiencing school refusal - a child that point blank refuses to go to school. Is it as a result of all teh time off school in teh pandemic? Is it a cry for help? This week Bethan and Stef discuss ways to approach this tricky topic.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way.Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Sponsored by The Club Womens Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If your child is being particularly self-critical or talking about themselves in a negative way how does it make you feel? How do you deal with it?This week we take a look at negative thoughts and how to handle them.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Sponsored by The Club Womens Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nobody likes to lose do they? Should everyone be a winner? Do you avoid games with your little one because they have a melt down if they lose?In this week's episode Stef and Bethan discuss all of this and more.Thanks for listening to our podcast, we hope it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist. Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Bethan O'Riordan is a mum of 3, a psychotherapist and the creator of the online support for parents, The Calm Parenting Community here at www.bethanoriordan.com.If you are looking for emotional support for yourself or your child then get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and be the change your child needs. Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Sponsored by The Club Womens Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.