The School Run

• E149: Play, Connection & Regulation: The Building Blocks Every Child Needs with Michelle McLaughlin

  In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The School Run with Jane and Liv, we sit down with attachment, trauma and parent specialist, Michelle McLaughlin who has worked in childhood psychological services for 23 years. Together, we explore:🌱 The Power of PlayWhy play isn’t just “fun”—it’s the language of children, the foundation of emotional development, and one of the most effective tools for healing and connection.🔥 Emotional DysregulationWhat’s really happening when children “act out,” melt down, or shut down—and how parents can respond with regulation, calm and connection (even when they feel overwhelmed themselves).💔 Attachment & TraumaHow early experiences shape behaviour…and how every adult in a child’s life can help rebuild safety, trust and secure attachment.📱 Parenting in a High-Tech, High-Pressure WorldThe impact of screens and social media on children’s brains, attention and emotional wellbeing—and practical steps families can take to stay connected in a digital-first world.🤝 Connection Over CorrectionThe simple shifts that help parents move from managing behaviour to understanding the child behind it.⸻👂 Why You’ll Love This EpisodeIt’s honest, human, practical and deeply reassuring.Whether you’re a parent, carer, teacher, or someone who simply wants to understand children better, this conversation will leave you feeling:✔ more confident✔ more connected✔ more empowered✔ and more hopefulIf you have concerns please contact your GP, school or family hub. Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea /coffee when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠**Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at [email protected]: For information on Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠@‌littlevoiceslimitedYou will often hear references to The Olive Jar to find out more follow @theolivejarcoursewww.theolivejar.online‌Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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• E148: Learning to Love Change: A Mother–Daughter Conversation

  Change, Evolution & Everything in BetweenThis week on The School Run Podcast, Liv and Jane dive into a completely unscripted, raw and open-hearted conversation about change — why it feels difficult, how it shapes us, and how we can learn to navigate it with more peace and curiosity.From new jobs and shifting friendships to big family transitions and emotional growth, Liv shares what it feels like when everything seems to change at once. Jane brings her reflections on business shifts, personal evolution and how nature provides the perfect metaphor for the seasons we go through.Together, they explore:🌱 Why humans think we don’t like change🌬️ The power of reframing change as evolution🌊 What to do when life feels “all up in the air”🧘‍♀️ Finding inner peace when everything outside feels chaotic🛌 The grounding force of returning to your basics (sleep, food, water)💛 Why emotions matter — and why you need to let yourself feel them📚 Books that are helping us understand change on a deeper level💬 The mindset shifts that soften worry, hurry, stress and doubtThis episode is warm, reflective, grounding — and filled with the kind of honest mother–daughter conversation that has kept listeners coming back for nearly three years.As Liv approaches her final episodes as co-host, this conversation is especially meaningful, full of perspective on how life can evolve in ways we never expect… and why that’s not something to fear.Referenced Books:The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der KolkWhen the Body Says No – Gabor MatéCome along as we explore: What’s changing for you? And how can you walk through it with more ease, self-compassion and trust?Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠**Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*[email protected] **⁠⁠---Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠---Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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• E147: Liv got the job ….. PLUS Big Announcement about the podcast!

  What are the things you wish school had actually taught you about understanding yourself, life, friendships, mindset, relationships, confidence and health?That’s exactly why mum-and-daughter duo Jane & Liv created The School Run Podcast — to open the world to everything school didn’t teach you.And today’s episode is a BIG one.Big news. Big change. Big emotions.And a moment we’ve known has been coming… but didn’t quite expect to feel this deeply.In this episode we talk about:✨ Liv’s exciting news — after three intense interviews she’s been offered an incredible degree apprenticeship in the property and construction sector. You’ll hear the full journey: nerves, imposter syndrome, the pride, the celebrations… and what she’s most excited (and scared) about.✨ The truth about nearly 150 episodes — the consistency, the joy, the impact, and the beautiful messages from our 17,000+ listeners.✨ How The School Run Podcast began — from car chats on that long school commute to becoming a space that’s supported young people, parents, teachers and families across the country.✨ What’s changing… and why — Liv is stepping into full-time work + a degree and stepping back as co-host (for now). She’ll always be co-founder, but Jane is taking the podcast forward into a new era aligned with Little Voices, empowering young people and supporting parents and educators.✨ Endings & beginnings — Liv’s emotional goodbyes to her café job and her Tuesday Little Voices role, and what she’s learned from seeing children’s confidence grow from the other side of the classroom.✨ A huge shoutout to our producer, Mike at Making Digital Real — honestly, we physically couldn’t have done this journey without him.✨ And… The Olive Jar — the digital release, the lifelong impact it’s had on Jane (she’s on her 5th round), and why it’s one of the most transformational things you can do for your mindset and wellbeing.https://theolivejar.online/Discount early bird until 1st Dec - lifetime accessOLIVEJAR50Thank you for being part of this community.Whether you’ve listened from day one or you’re brand new — we appreciate you more than you know. 💛Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠**Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*[email protected] **⁠⁠---Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠---Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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• E146: Are they ‘the one’ - your love life discuss …..

  In this episode Jane & Liv chat about finding ‘the one’ - love lives ……… Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠**Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*[email protected] **⁠⁠---Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠---Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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• E145: Trust - how is trust built, how is it lost, can it be rebuilt?

  In this episode Jane & Liv chat about trust. How is it built? How is it broken and can trust be rebuilt. Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠**Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*[email protected] **⁠⁠---Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠---Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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