Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast

This week we chat to Tessa O' Connor, a Paediatric Sleep Consultant.

We are talking all things sleep from birth to Childcare and everything in between.

Tessa gives us some great advice for parents who are trying to establish a flexible sleep pattern and answers some questions we got from Instagram.

Please always consult your family doctor or reach out to a sleep consultant if you have any issues with your little one.

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This week we have a very special episode.

 We had the privilege to chat to some amazing children about COVID19 and their experiences during lockdown.

The children in this episode have brought us so much joy and laughter and we really hope you all enjoy it too!

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This week we chat to fellow Podcaster, Niamh Byrne from the N-dustry Podcast.

What influence does Social media and apps like Instagram and TikTok have on young people?

In this episode, we chat about how our childhood was vastly differnet to childhood today, the effects of social media on young peoples confidence, Mental Health and Education and should we bring screen time into the classroom in a more positive and educational way.

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This week we sit down with Alanna Kiely to chat about the pressures put on young people to get married, settle down and have children.

Alanna opens up about her feelings around topic and why she is happy in her relationship as it is right now.

We would love to here from you! If you have an opinion about our discussion please email us at [email protected].

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This week we chat about the recent Government Announcement (February 25th) and the plan for reopening schools and extending the opening of the Childcare Sector.

We discuss the reality of what that will look like for children, families, Early Years Professional, Childcare Providers, Childminders, Afterschools and Teachers.

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Today we chat to Kate Veale. Kate is is an Irish Racewalker, she was the World Youth Champion in the 5 kilometre Racewalk (2011), and has also represented Ireland at the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics.

Kate talks to us about becoming a single mother at a young age while trying to balance her sporting career, how she battled injuries and the disapointment of missing two Olympic opportunities, and how her daughter became the best thing that ever happened to her.

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In this episode we chat to Selina Looney, the founder of The Mama Movement. 

The Mama Movement is a unique community and focuses on Pregnancy Fitness, Mama and baby fitness, Mama and toddler fitnes, 1 to 1 Pregnancy Fitness Consultation and Personal Training.

Selina chats to us about her journey creating The Mama Movement all while raising 3 boys, the pressures of being perfect on social media and how she almost lost her Christmas Tree! 

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We are back! 

Welcome back to Season 2 of Little Steps, Big Futures: The Podcast. 

In this episode Aoife and Jenny catch up  and chat about some very important self care topics. 

If you or somebody you love needs help free phone:
Samaritans on 116-123

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Welcome back to this Bonus episode of Little Steps, Big Futures: The Podcast! 

We will be officially launching Season 2 on February 4th but in light of all the recent Irish Government announcements around the schools and the education system, we felt we had to come on and have a little chat about how those decisions affected the Early Years Sector. 

*Please note that all opinons and views expressed are our own.*

As always we want to thank all the Frontline Heros and Essential Workers who are continuing to put their lives on the line everyday - and a special thanks to all the Early Years Service Providers, Early Years Educators, Childminders and all those who work in the Early Years Sector - your efforts and hard work does not go unnoticied by your fellow educators ❤️

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As 2020 draws to a close, we wanted to thank you - our listeners - for all your love and support. We are so grateful to each an every one of you and we would not be here without you.

Here's to more love and laughter in 2021! 

From our family here at Little Steps, Big Futures to yours, Happy Christmas. We hope it is filled with peace, love, and happiness!

Stay safe and we'll see you next year! 

Aoife and Jenny x

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