Is It Just Us?

Hayley Rice and Debbie Cullinane
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Welcome to Is It Just Us...? A podcast for every parent who’s ever wondered if they’re the only one finding it all a bit… much. In each episode, we dive into the messy, beautiful, overwhelming parts of parenting and life, with honesty, humour, and heart. From sleep deprivation to screen battles, identity shifts to unexpected joys—we talk about it all. Because it’s never just you. 🎧 Subscribe now and join us each week—where real talk meets real connection. Thanks for listening, Debbie and Hayley x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2 days ago

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

    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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

  2. 28 Jul

    Ep 64. Is It Just Us Or...Can We Solve This Parent's Bedtime Struggle? With Guest Laura Burke

    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 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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep 64. Is It Just Us Or...Can We Solve This Parent's Bedtime Struggle? With Guest Laura Burke

  3. 21 Jul

    Ep. 63 Is It Just Us Or... Is It Time For A House and Life Update!?

    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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 63 Is It Just Us Or... Is It Time For A House and Life Update!?

  4. 14 Jul

    Ep. 62 Is It Just Us Or...Do We Only Need to Get Parenting Right 33% of the Time?

    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 x This 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 You can get instant access to our Summer Survival Toolkit masterclass and downloables here Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 62 Is It Just Us Or...Do We Only Need to Get Parenting Right 33% of the Time?

  5. 7 Jul

    Ep. 61 Is Is Just Us Or...Is "I'm Bored" a Big Parenting Trigger?

    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 x This 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 You can get instant access to our Summer Survival Toolkit masterclass and downloables here Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 61 Is Is Just Us Or...Is "I'm Bored" a Big Parenting Trigger?

  6. 30 Jun

    Ep. 60 Is It Just Us Or...Is Summer Parenting The Ultimate Juggle?

    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 here 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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 60 Is It Just Us Or...Is Summer Parenting The Ultimate Juggle?

  7. 23 Jun

    Ep. 59 Is Is Just Us Or... Is Parenting Big Emotions Exhausting?

    From meltdowns and tantrums to tears, worries and anger, big emotions can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to respond. In this episode, we explore what's really going on beneath those emotional moments and share practical ways to support children while staying steady yourself. We share our own stories and funny parenting moments that have had us in our big feelings too! Hayley mentioned Erica from Babogue really helped her with sleep- you can find Erica's information and services at this link https://www.babogue.com/ 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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 59 Is Is Just Us Or... Is Parenting Big Emotions Exhausting?

  8. 16 Jun

    Ep. 58 Is It Just Us Or...Does Nobody Prepare Parents For Periods Either?

    Periods can bring questions, worries, big feelings and major changes, yet so many parents feel unsure about how best to support their child through it all. In this episode, we chat about the information children really need, how to approach period conversations with confidence, and simple ways to help your child feel informed, supported and comfortable as they navigate this important stage of growing up. We are also very giddy and have lots of laughs! 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 x This 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 Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep. 58 Is It Just Us Or...Does Nobody Prepare Parents For Periods Either?
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Welcome to Is It Just Us...? A podcast for every parent who’s ever wondered if they’re the only one finding it all a bit… much. In each episode, we dive into the messy, beautiful, overwhelming parts of parenting and life, with honesty, humour, and heart. From sleep deprivation to screen battles, identity shifts to unexpected joys—we talk about it all. Because it’s never just you. 🎧 Subscribe now and join us each week—where real talk meets real connection. Thanks for listening, Debbie and Hayley x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Hayley Rice and Debbie Cullinane
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Hayley Rice and Debbie Cullinane
  • Show Website
    Is It Just Us?

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