Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast
Hosted by sisters-in-law Aoife Murphy and Jenny McCarthy, Little Steps, Big Futures is your go-to podcast for insights into Early Childhood Education and parenting.
Aoife, now a stay-at-home mom to two boys, and Jenny, who is furthering her career in her new role at ChildPaths, share practical tips, real-life stories, and expert advice drawn from their experiences as former Early Years Professionals. Whether you're a parent or an educator, this podcast is packed with relatable moments and useful strategies to help support your little ones’ development—delivered in a fun, down-to-earth way. Let’s dive in, one step at a time!
Podcasting since 2020 • 114 episodes
Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast
Latest Episodes
When Life Presses Pause
In this episode, Aoife and Jenny talk about why Little Steps, Big Futures went quiet for a few weeks and why sometimes rest is not a choice, it is a necessity. Between illness in their families and winter weather chaos, capacity was low and pus...
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Episode 113
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36:57
'Pause Before You Post'
In this episode, Aoife and Jenny chat about easing into the Christmas season and bringing the focus back to what really matters. Instead of getting swept up in the pressure for perfect gifts and perfect moments, they talk about choosing connect...
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Episode 112
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27:38
When Drop-Offs Get Tough
In this week’s episode, Aoife and Jenny chat about the ups and downs of school life, from Theo’s sudden change in drop-off confidence to how those emotional mornings can hit parents harder than we expect. They also dive into a commo...
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Episode 111
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30:23
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