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  • Ep. 66 Is It Just Us Or... Is Parenting Siblings Harder in The Summer?

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    Sibling fights, rivalry, jealousy, comparisons and endless cries of “that’s not fair!”- parenting siblings can feel like a full-time refereeing job, especially over the summer holidays. This week, we’re talking about why siblings fight, when parents should step in (and when we shouldn’t), and how we can help our children build healthier sibling relationships without constantly trying to keep the peace! We have two sibling webinars in The F.I.R.M. Parent Hub Core Tier - you can access them here Send us an email at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions, episode suggestions or tell us why you would like to be our next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here

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  • Ep. 65 Is It Just Us Or...Did Mayo's Win Feel Bigger Than Football?

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    Mayo finally did it after 75 years!! Congratulations to all involved in Mayo's historic All Ireland Football Final win! In this episode we hear about Debbie's experience of the match from the stands but this episode is about more than football. We talk about how this win did something to us all! We talk about the impact on community, connection, hope and the magic that happens when an entire country celebrates together. We unpack why moments like these matter so much and what they remind us about being human.Send us an email at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions, episode suggestions or tell us why you would like to be our next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here
  • Ep 64. Is It Just Us Or...Can We Solve This Parent's Bedtime Struggle? With Guest Laura Burke

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    This week's episode is in the form of a parent consultation/ coaching session! We invited the amazing Laura Burke on to talk about the struggles she is having at bedtime with her son. We did a deep dive, unpacked the dynamics and gave her lots of tools to try just like we would in the hub or in a 1:1. We also had a lovely chat and some laughs on this super relatable and really challenging topic! We hope you enjoy! Check out Laura's amazing online fitness platform here and follow her on instagram hereSend us an email at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions, episode suggestions or tell us why you would like to be our next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here
  • Ep. 63 Is It Just Us Or... Is It Time For A House and Life Update!?

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    It's time for a proper catch-up! In this episode, we're sharing news from our lives! From house hunting and bidding wars to mortgages and big renovations we are sharing a little of what's going on behind the scenes. This is a super chatty episode with a few laughs and even some manifestation chat!We hope you enjoy and thanks so much for listening!You can contact us at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions, episode suggestions or tell us why you would like to be our next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here
  • Ep. 62 Is It Just Us Or...Do We Only Need to Get Parenting Right 33% of the Time?

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    In this episode, we're exploring the fascinating and very helpful "one-third rule" from Dr. Ed Tronick's research. We break down the rule for you and talk about why the goal of parenting is not perfection! f you've ever worried you're getting it wrong, this conversation will take the pressure off and remind you what children actually need to thrive. We hope you find this rule as supportive as we do! You can contact us at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions, episode suggestions or tell us why you would like to be our next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us hereYou can get instant access to our Summer Survival Toolkit masterclass and downloables here
  • Ep. 61 Is Is Just Us Or...Is "I'm Bored" a Big Parenting Trigger?

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    Ever feel your stress levels rise the second you hear, "I'm bored!" You're not alone! In this week's episode, we're chatting about why boredom can be such a big parenting trigger, why we feel so responsible for keeping our children entertained..all the time!.. and how a little boredom might actually be one of the best things for their creativity, and resilience too! We give you lots of insights and helpful tips too! You can contact us at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions or tell us why you would like to be out next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us hereYou can get instant access to our Summer Survival Toolkit masterclass and downloables here
  • Ep. 60 Is It Just Us Or...Is Summer Parenting The Ultimate Juggle?

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    Summer can bring sunshine (eh sometimes!), slower mornings, and special memories...but, it can also bring pressure, guilt, expense, and a never-ending mental load. In this episode, we chat honestly about the realities of parenting through the summer months, from juggling work and childcare to managing expectations, activities, and everything in between. If summer feels both wonderful and overwhelming, you're not alone! We also share some of our favourite culinary delights too 😂You can get instant access to our Summer Survival Toolkit masterclass and downloables hereYou can contact us at isitjustuspod@gmail.com with any comments, questions or tell us why you would like to be out next guest!Don't forget to subscribe and rate this pod! It really helps us!Thanks for listening xThis episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here