The Mum Mind Podcast

Stef McSherry

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 and screen use, no topic is off limits. “I want parents to know they’re not alone and there’s no such thing as a perfect parent,” says host Stef McSherry. 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. 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 really hope it helps! Please Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.  Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. MAR 24

    Parenting Teens with Dr. Malie Coyne

    Dr. Malie Coyne is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience. She is also a Mum and a best selling Author of the book 'Love In, Love Out - A compassionate approach to parenting your anxious child' . Dr. Malie is also the psychological lead for A Lust for Life programme taught in Primary Schools - all about resilience, wellbeing and emotional literacy. Today she is talking to Stef about parenting teens. It is easy to miss the cues they give us and under parent this age group. Dr. Malie talks to us about keeping connection and communication open and to choose connection over correction. You can find out more about Dr Malie here https://drmaliecoyne.ie/ Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity 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 themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  2. MAR 17

    Dr David Coleman - Taking Charge of Anxiety

    Dr David Coleman is a practising Clinical Psychologist and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Psychology in UCD. With decades of experience helping children, teenagers and families with issues such as anxiety, emotional regulation, behaviour and relationships, his work focuses on building resilience, empathy, connection and understanding within families. His new book, Fear Less: The Ten-Step Guide to Helping Kids Take Charge of Anxiety is out now.  In the book, he draws on his decades of experience and uses case studies to show how to spot anxiety triggers and patterns, soothe and support the child, and build resilience and self-belief. In this episode he talks to Stef about how we can deal with anxiety and help children with practical solutions. They also chat about the use of smart phones and how these devices can exacerbate these feelings. You can follow David on Instagram @davidcoleman.ie Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity 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 themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  3. MAR 10

    Coercive Control with Jess

    In this powerful episode, Stef chats with Jess, the force behind @jessrunsforsurvivors, to discuss the reality of navigating life after coercive control. While escaping an abusive relationship is a monumental feat, Jess sheds light on the "hidden" battle that follows: co-parenting under court orders with a high-conflict ex-partner. She shares her invaluable, battle-tested strategies for staying calm when the family court system feels chaotic, offering a lifeline to mothers who feel trapped in a cycle of post-separation abuse. Beyond the legal and domestic hurdles, we dive into Jess’s transformative journey as an athlete particularly advocating for Mums In Need. She reveals how running became her ultimate tool for processing trauma, allowing her to physically outrun the stress. Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity 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 themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  4. FEB 24

    Our Nervous System with Jackie Gowran

    Jackie Gowran is an holistic business coach who works on personal and business development alchemy through her business https://www.businessweaving.com/ Today she is chatting with Stef about our nervous systems. What are they? What do they do for us? How can we recognise the messages they are sending us and how can we rewire the not so useful messages. How can we attune more to our gut instinct? How do we recognise when we are tipping into an unregulated state? There is so much in this episode you might need a pen and paper! The book Jackie mentioned was The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk. You can work with Jackie by booking a call on her website. If you are interested in joining Jackie for a parenting circle please email your interest to Stef themummind@gmail.com Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity 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 themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  5. FEB 3

    Dyspraxia with Dr. Áine O'Dea

    Developmental Coordination Disorder(DCD), commonly known as dyspraxia, is a lifelong neurological condition that affects motor planning, coordination, and organization, impacting daily activities. It affects fine and gross motor skills, often causing challenges with handwriting, sports, self-care, and balance. Dr Áine O'Dea trained as an occupational therapist and has spent 20 years in public and private sectors with a clinical focus in mental health, child and adolescent health, and adult neurology. Stef and Áine discuss what dyspraxia looks like, how it can show up, why a diagnosis can be important and what you can do to help a child with DCD. You can find Dr. Áine at https://radianceconsultinghub.com/ or on Instagram @dr.aineodea We also mentioned the book The Next Adventure by Dorothy Armstrong available here https://www.otb.ie/shop/occupational-therapists/ and the website https://www.dyspraxia.ie/ Stef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity 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 themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

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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 and screen use, no topic is off limits. “I want parents to know they’re not alone and there’s no such thing as a perfect parent,” says host Stef McSherry. 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. 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 really hope it helps! Please Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.  Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.com Join us on Instagram: Stef: @kinderama @irishfairytails The Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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