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 • 104 episodes
Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast
Latest Episodes
Play Is a Right, Not a Reward
In this episode, Aoife and Jenny dive into the UN’s new International Day of Play and why it’s more than just a celebration. They discuss play as a fundamental right, not a luxury, and explore why it's still being overlooked around the world. W...
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Episode 103
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31:43
Oops, We Skipped a Week—Let’s Catch Up!
Life got busy (again!), but we’re back with everything you missed—doctor runs, family chaos, and fresh news on the childcare scene in Ireland. It’s a little bit of everything, just like life with little ones.Grab a cuppa and let’s catch ...
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Episode 102
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34:20
The Preschool Search Begins
In this week’s episode, Jenny chats with Aoife about her recent experience touring a preschool for her little boy, Theo. Aoife shares what the visit was really like — from first impressions and key questions to those gut feelings that are hard ...
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Episode 101
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