On the very last episode of My Life in Stories, Maria speaks to personal trainer, Shane Warde. Shane tells the listeners why non-flavoured protein powder is the way to go, why he credits his mother for his natural positive attitude and the three things he lives by every day.

*Disclaimer: Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, this episode was recorded remotely.

What does 2021 have in store for the travel industry? This week Maria speaks to travel consultant, Emer McDermott. Emer has worked in the travel industry for nearly 30 years - therefore it's fair to say she knows her stuff. They discuss the impact Covid-19 has had on the travel industry, how newlywed couples could go about planning their honeymoon this year and the positive changes that have emerged from the global pandemic. 

SECONDARY INFERTILITY

In this week's episode Maria speaks to Karen about her experience with secondary infertility. Karen miscarried four times before the birth of her second baby, Ellie, who arrived in January 2020. Karen recalls the emotional side of miscarriage, being diagnosed with lupus, the overpowering anxiety she had when she was pregnant with Ellie and emphasises the importance of opening up and talking to people you trust. 

This week Maria speaks to well known Bridal Make up artist, Hayley Coleman. Hayley wipes out some of the common misconceptions of the blogging/influencer industry by emphasising all the work that goes on behind the scenes. She talks about the importance of taking that half an hour a day for herself, and how she's enjoying spending this time at home with her two little men, Ryan and Joshua. Plus lots lots more.

In this week's episode, Maria speaks to Ciara O'Malley who lost her partner, well known Breaffy footballer, David Gavin in a drowning accident in Canada in 2017. Ciara talks about her spiritual journey, what the dragon fly symbolises for her and of course, her upcoming book - 'Miracles Appear When Loved Ones Are Near'.

In the first episode of series 2 of My Life in Stories, Maria meets her first ever face to face guest, Sarah Egan. Sarah lost her partner Ger, in a work accident in 2018. Sarah speaks about how her life came to a hault, yet the world around her kept on spinning. She talks about her ongoing journey through grief, encourages people to keep talking about the deceased, and emphasises the importance of keeping their memory alive. 

*Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in September 2020 during Level 2 restrictions.

In this week's episode, Maria speaks to Jennifer Moynihan about the role her grandmother played in her deciding to study midwifery, how a home-cooked meal is one of the best gifts you can give a new Mum, and what inspired her to start her popular instagram account Pooch & Cooch.

Maria speaks to Westport native, Brenda McCarthy about her experiences with depression and anxiety which first started when she was 22. She talks about her most recent bout which she is currently recovering from, and how cross-fit helped her build back a healthy relationship with her body. 

This week on My Life in Stories, Maria speaks to women's health physio, Suzanne Carney from Anatomy Physiotherapy. Suzanne talks about everything from pelvic floor health, opening up her private practice, the link between constipation and urinary symptoms, and what could happen when cracked nipples and mastitis are left untreated.