In this solo Q&A episode, Keelin gets candid about the realities of motherhood - from navigating identity, relationships, work, and guilt, to finding time alone that fills your cup. She shares why her family is moving to France, reflects on co-parenting and reuniting with Jason, and offers thoughtful advice for anyone undecided about having kids. Plus: the song that defines this season of her life, the one that reminds her of her daughter, and the nostalgic childhood traditions she’s passing on.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Keelin chats with parenting creator and advocate Melissah Mullins about life with her three girls, from the whirlwind of her first birth to the tough pregnancies that followed. Melissah opens up about her daughter Evy’s Down syndrome diagnosis, the support she found through Down Syndrome Ireland, and the misconceptions she’s determined to challenge. She also shares how she balances family traditions, hectic school runs, and content creation - all while carving out space for joy, individuality and a little bit of chaos. To learn more or support Down Syndrome Ireland, visit https://downsyndrome.ie/.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trigger Warning: This episode contains conversations around miscarriage and abortion that some listeners may find upsetting. In this episode, Keelin speaks to artist Siobhán Lynch (BABA), who opens up about her journey through music and motherhood. Siobhán shares her experiences of singing and recording her new album Truth while pregnant, the influence of live gigs on her music, and the profound grief of giving birth to a stillborn. She talks candidly about navigating postnatal anxiety and depression, breastfeeding challenges, baby first aid fears, co-sleeping, routines, and the joys of raising her daughter, Minnie. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about healing, hope, and finding strength through both music and motherhood.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Keelin speaks to Caroline Snowe from Anew, the only service in Ireland dedicated to supporting pregnant women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Caroline shares the realities of homelessness during pregnancy, the wraparound supports Anew provides, and the inspiring success stories of mothers who have found safety and confidence through their services.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Keelin chats to Irish MMA fighter Shauna Bannon about juggling life as a professional athlete and a mother, how training became her therapy, and why hard things are still possible when you have the right support system.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our first episode of the new season is with the one and only Rob Libsett. In this episode, Keelin Moncrieff chats to Rob about his life in Spain, the cultural differences in raising a child abroad, his advice for dads and why fitness is important for both parents before, during and after pregnancy.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’re back! Mother is here for Season 4, with me, Keelin Moncrieff, diving deeper into the big, beautiful, messy world of motherhood.This season, you’ll hear from world-class athletes balancing training with toddlers, advocates shaping a more inclusive future, frontline workers supporting mums when they need it most, and parents turning challenges into powerful platforms for change.Expect honest chats, plenty of laughs, and maybe even a tear or two.This season of Mother is proudly sponsored by Dairylea Cheese - the creamy, snackable favourite that’s been making life easier (and tastier) for families for generations.New episodes every Thursday from August 21st, on all streaming platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joining Keelin Moncrieff in studio this week is OG content creator Louise Cooney. In this episode, they talk about the weird world of navigating social media as mothers, the unseen pressures mothers take on like keeping their house clean, and why it's all worth it for the joy they get from each new phase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest this week is the amazing Katriona O'Sullivan. Katriona is the award-winning author of 'Poor' which details her life growing up in poverty. She speaks with Keelin about her experiences, the help along the way that allowed her to break the cycle of poverty, how she changed her life while being a mum and how the services that allowed her to do so have been eroded since. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joining Keelin Moncrieff in the studio this week is Carla Roberts. Carla is a baby massage therapist, a pound fitness icon and Mum of two. Keelin and Carla chat about the benefits of baby massage, the good parts about being pregnant, raving with babies and the importance of bringing the sparkle back post-baby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest this week is Labour Party leader, Ivana Bacik. Ivana discusses her history as a politician, how it dates back to her mother handing out free condoms, Mary Robinson defending her in court and the feminism movement in Trinity. They talk about motherhood in politics and how she strikes a balancing act. And they look at some of the issues in Ireland surrounding motherhood like access to childcare, maternity leave and time off for mothers who suffer a miscarriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Mother, listeners are invited into a heartfelt and insightful conversation with Liadán Hynes as she delves into the intricacies of co-parenting, personal growth, and navigating life after separation. Liadán shares reflections on her own upbringing, the impact of her parents progressive values, and how these experiences shaped her own approach to parenting, while she and Keelin also explore the challenges and joys of single parenthood, the evolving role of technology in children's lives, and the importance of creating a supportive community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Keelin sits down with Ranae von Meding, a child equality activist and mother of three. Ranae shares her journey from being an "accidental activist" to becoming the founder and CEO of Equality for Children, a non-profit organisation advocating for the rights of children in LGBTQ+ families in Ireland. She discusses the legislative challenges faced by such families, and also opens up about her personal experiences with reciprocal IVF, the legal battles she and her wife have faced, and the importance of public awareness and legislative change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back for Season 3, Keelin sits down with her dad, Seán, for an honest and heartfelt conversation about fatherhood, family, and the generational shifts in parenting. From the strict norms of Irish schools to raising kids in a changing world, Sean reflects on the moments that shaped him as a parent - learning to let go, embracing imperfection, and the bittersweet reality that you only have your children on loan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest this week is the absolutely hilarious Emma Doran. Emma and Keelin Moncrieff chat about her journey from getting pregnant while sitting her leaving cert, the panic in telling her parents, the ups and downs in learning to be a Mam to her life now as a stand-up comedian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keelin Moncrieff is joined in studio by Jess Sheridan - a midwife and fertility specialist. They talk about midwifery in Ireland, the processes of fertility treatment, IVF uptake in recent years, and about her own experience with pregnancy and parenthood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keelin Moncrieff is joined in studio this week is digital creator Grace Mongey Gernon and another soon-to-be mother of three. In this episode, they talk through the difficulty of breastfeeding, the roles in the household when it comes to setting rules and discipline as well as a chat about the difficulty adjusting to self-identification after becoming a mother. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest in studio with Keelin Moncrieff is Kelly Horrigan-Moore, a model, content creator and Mum of one (soon to be two) boys. They chat about loving pregnancy, the difference in raising boys and girls, toy sharing and the dreaded forceps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our first guest of season is two is the wonderful Niamh de Brún-Reid - a fashion and fitness creator, corporate queen and Mum all rolled into one. Keelin and Niamh chat about pregnancy, the struggle with sleep, the importance of teamwork in a relationship when raising a child, and why the GAA is such a good environment to grow up in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mother Pod is back for season two. Keelin Moncrieff is back talking motherhood, babies and everything that comes with them. This season we'll be joined by some brilliant Mums as we delve into their approach to parenting, how it changed their lives and how they experience life as a mother. Our first guest is the wonderful Niamh de Brún-Reid which will be dropping tomorrow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.