The Mum Mind Podcast

• Playdayz App with Mia Shepherd

  Have you heard of the Playdayz App? This week Stef talks to the creator of this genius idea, Mia Shepherd. When Mia became a Mum she realised how isolating it can be and also how expensive childcare was so she set about solving those issues with the Playdayz App. Meet up with parents, host play dates or even share childcare - all from the safety of the app. You have to submit verified ID to join and all communication can take place in the app until you feel confident to share contact information - all for under €2 a month.You can find out more about the app by downloading from the app store or take a look on Insta @playdayz_playdatesStef 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 check out www.kinderama.com.And if you want to spark some imaginative play at home why not take a look at https://irishfairytails.com/Become a curious mermaid or a brave dragon with these beautiful book and tail sets! 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 [email protected] us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytailsThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Aisleen Harte - My Voice, My Choice

  Talking to Stef this week is Aisleen Harte - the author of My Voice, My Choice. Aisleen is an early years educator and a mum, who wrote this thought provoking book about allowing children to use their voice and make their own choices. It sounds so simple but as the conversation progresses, Stef and Aisleen start to unravel all the conditioning we are taught along the way. Especially those of us that spent years being 'good girls'.You can buy Aisleen's book here: https://www.buythebook.ie/product/my-voice-my-choice/ and you can follow Aisleen on Instagram @a_r_wordsStef 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 [email protected] us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Talking Teens with the OT Coach aka Padraig Danaher

  Padraig Danaher aka The OT Coach joins Stef this week to talk all things teenagers. They cover everything from devices to school avoidance, connecting and reconnecting. And most importantly how to turn the battlegrounds back into a fun space.You can find out more about Padraig and his work as a clinical specialist OT and positive psychology coach at www.theotcoach.ie and connect with Padraig on LinkedIn.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 [email protected] us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Teenage boundaries, natural consequences & bedtimes with Hayley Rice

  Hayley Rice is a child and adolescent psychotherapist specializing in play therapy courses and parent-child relationship coaching, She is also a former teacher and a mum and her instagram @hayley_rice__ is full of useful info and tips.Hayley told Stef that if we look at our teenagers with a developmental lens, it can help change our mindset when dealing with their risk-taking brains! They discussed how certain things can have natural consequences, where perhaps parents don't need to add a 'punishment' and how connection is vital at this stage of development.Hayley also touched on bedtimes and how challenging they can be.If you would like to work with Hayley you can find her at https://www.hayley-rice.com/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 [email protected] us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Fussy Eaters with Emma Shafqat

  Emma Shafqat aka @dietitian.withadifference joins Stef today to chat about your fussy eaters! Emma is a paedeatric dietician and a fussy eating expert so she has loads of great advice for children going through a phase or those struggling a bit more. She also shares some great insights as to why kids do certain things and that we can look to evolution for the reason as opposed to our cooking!!If you would like to work with Emma check out her website www.dietitianwithadifference.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 [email protected] us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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