Share

cover art for The Toy Show

The Mum Mind Podcast

The Toy Show

Season 3, Ep. 12

Will your family be watching The Late Late Toy Show this year? Is it a magical night or one you dread? How do you manage gift expectations? Stef and Bethan are here to help.


Thanks for listening to our podcast, hopefully it helps to stop your mother falling out of your mouth! Please SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.


If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com.


Looking for emotional support for yourself or your child? Get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and join Bethan's online therapeutic community the Calm Parenting Community here www.bethanoriordan.com.


Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.com

Join us on Instagram:

Stef: @kinderama

Bethan: @bethan.oriordan


The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


Sponsored by The Club Womens Network


More episodes

View all episodes

  • 5. Cathy O' Byrne - The Swallows Trail Parent Support

    01:00:28||Season 7, Ep. 5
    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
  • 4. Lucy Wolfe - Sleep Consultant

    38:18||Season 7, Ep. 4
    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
  • 3. How can we be kinder to our planet - with Pat Kane

    33:29||Season 7, Ep. 3
    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.
  • 2. Special Education Teacher Angela Cummins

    36:20||Season 7, Ep. 2
    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
  • 1. Discussing Autism with Laura Crowley

    32:15||Season 7, Ep. 1
    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.
  • 11. Back in January 2025!

    00:57||Season 6, Ep. 11
    I look forward to recording with some amazing guests over the next few weeks and I will be back in January 2025. Thank you!
  • 10. Bullying

    22:48||Season 6, Ep. 10
    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!
  • 9. How to Help Angry Children

    19:28||Season 6, Ep. 9
    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!
  • 8. Female Nutrition with Fiona O'Donnell

    36:12||Season 6, Ep. 8
    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!