Stef McSherry

The Mum Mind Podcast

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In a digital world overflowing with conflicting parenting advice, The Mum Mind Podcast offers a breath of fresh air. Hosted by former radio DJ, pre-school educator and mum-of-two Stef McSherry , the podcast is the antidote to the judgment, pressure, and confusion that many parents face online. Blending humour, heartfelt honesty, expert insight , and real-life stories , Stef answers listener questions and interviews professionals across psychology, education, and healthcare to bring clarity to the chaos of raising children. From sleep struggles and toddler tantrums to self-harm, parental guilt...

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Stef McSherry

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Mum Guilt 10.02.2023 34:52

This week Stef and Bethan talk about that horrible feeling of 'Mum guilt'? Often associated with working Mums -what is that guilty feeling about, how can we tune into it, and what can we do about it? Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Creator of Kinderama - specialists in activity for younger kids) discuss v...

How Does Food Impact my Childs Mood? 30.01.2023 48:55

This week our guest Tara Zuluaga Dorgan, from Root Health Nutrition, helps us discuss all things food. Tara had so much valuable information this week is a slightly longer episode, so we have listed key points and times below. 5:30 Basic 5 Requirements 7:45 Neuro transmitters & toxins 11:50 Sleep & exercise 14:00 Nutrition for kids 16:45 Food as control 21:00 Dinner tab...

How Should I Discipline My Child? 23.01.2023 35:55

This week Bethan and Stef tackle the tricky topic of discipline. Is there a correct way of disciplining your child? Why it can feel so horrible when you open your mouth and your mother or father falls out! What do you want your relationship with your child to look like? Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Cre...

How Do I Help my Child with their New Phone? 16.01.2023 32:45

An honest chat about phones, devices and screen time and how to find out what works for your family. Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Creator of Kinderama - specialists in activity for younger kids) discuss various parenting topics and offer practical solutions to help reduce your parenting stress.  ...

How Do You Deal with After School Meltdowns? 09.01.2023 31:13

This week Stef and Bethan explore after school meltdowns, what they're about and how you can help your child through them. Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Creator of Kinderama - specialists in activity for younger kids) discuss various topics of parenting and offer practical solutions to help reduce your...

How Do I Help My Anxious Child? 02.01.2023 36:42

This week Stef McSherry and Bethan O'Riordan explore anxiety and share practical tips to help ease the impact of it for parents and children. Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Creator of Kinderama - specialists in activity for younger kids) discuss various topics of parenting and offer practical solutions t...

Surviving Christmas 19.12.2022 35:22

Spending time with family can highlight differences. Old inner child wounds re-ignite and this can make Christmas feel like hard work both emotionally and logistically. This week we share therapeutic and practical tips to help you create a Christmas that works for you. Hosts Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2...

Calm 18.12.2022 34:14

In this episode Bethan O'Riordan (Psychotherapist, Mum of 3 & Creator of The Calm Parenting Club)) and Stef McSherry (Mum of 2 & Creator of Kinderama - specialists in activity for younger kids) discuss how to achieve a calmer household! To start your free 7 day trail in the Calm Parenting Club head to  www.bethanoriordan.com   and to find out more about online activity classes fo...