We host a regular series of Instagram Lives with experts we know and trust to give parents honest, practical advice. Each Live is a chance to hear from someone knowledgeable in their field and to get your own questions answered — live, on camera, no appointment needed.
You can find our full series on MyKidsTime Instagram.
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How to Join a MyKidsTime Instagram Live
Joining is simple:
- Follow @mykidstime on Instagram so you don’t miss an announcement.
- Watch out for our Stories and posts, where we share the topic, date and time for each upcoming Live.
- Submit your question in advance through the link we share ahead of the Live, or simply pop it into the comments while we’re broadcasting.
It’s completely free to take part, and you don’t need to sign up anywhere in advance — just show up on the day, or catch the highlights afterwards if you miss it.
Catch Up On Past Instagram Lives
We’ve covered a wide range of topics with parent experts over the past series. Here’s a look back at some of the sessions our community found most helpful.
Managing Coughs & Congestion
Sheena Mitchell, pharmacist and founder of WonderCare.ie, joined us to talk through the different types of cough, treatments suitable for different age groups, and how to manage blocked noses and nasal congestion in children.
Getting an Adult Autism Diagnosis
!Amanda Mc Guinness Instagram Live
Amanda Mc Guinness, Autistic Advocate and Autism & Visual Supports Specialist with AsIAm, spoke to us about adult autism assessment, autistic masking, autistic trauma, and living an authentic autistic life.
Fostering in Ireland
!Fostering First Ireland Instagram Live
Jess Mooney, a recruitment officer with Fostering First Ireland, walked us through the fostering assessment process, the supports available to foster carers, and details of their regular online information sessions.
Tips to Foster Speech & Language Development at Home
Sharon Baum, Clinical Director and Speech & Language Pathologist at Noala.co, shared practical strategies parents can use at home to support their child’s speech and language development.
We’ve also previously featured Lives on topics including car seat safety and mess-friendly play ideas with Mess Chef.
Never Miss the Next One
New Lives are announced regularly on our Instagram profile, so the best way to stay in the loop is to follow us there and keep an eye on our Stories. We love hearing from parents, so if there’s a topic or an expert you’d like us to feature, let us know in the comments on Instagram.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join a MyKidsTime Instagram Live?
Follow @mykidstime on Instagram. We announce the date, time and topic for each upcoming Live on our profile and in our Stories.
Can I ask a question in advance?
Yes. We usually share a way to submit questions ahead of time before each Live, and you can also ask your question live in the comments during the broadcast itself.
Are the Instagram Lives free to watch?
Yes, they’re completely free and open to anyone with an Instagram account.
What if I miss a Live?
We often share highlights and key takeaways from our Lives afterwards on our Instagram profile, so you can catch up even if you couldn’t join us live.
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