Mum Talks Baby Club

Speakers

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  Ciara Butler

  A qualified Registered General Nurse, Midwife, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Ciara is proud mum to four daughters aged 8 to 19—each with their own unique personalities—she is kept firmly on her toes both at home and in her work.

  Originally from South County Dublin, Ciara trained as a nurse in London in the 1990s and qualified as a midwife at Holles Street in the early 2000s. She went on to work as a midwife for many years, a role she loved . In 2011, at 37 weeks pregnant with her third child, she sat—and passed—the IBCLC exam, marking the start of her specialist career in breastfeeding support.

  Now working in private practice as an IBCLC, Ciara is passionate about helping families navigate the early days of parenthood. She believes that the road to a successful breastfeeding journey lies in quality support and education, empowering parents to make informed feeding choices that are right for them. Her approach is rooted in meeting each family where they are and supporting them in their individual journey.

  Beyond her professional life, exercise and yoga are a big part of Ciara’s world. She is also a qualified Vinyasa and Pregnancy Yoga teacher, blending her love of movement with her dedication to maternal and infant wellbeing.

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  Aisling Finnegan

  Aisling, Beyond Birth, is a birth and postpartum doula dedicated to supporting parents to be and new parents through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. With a compassionate and informed approach, Aisling believes that everyone deserves to feel supported and empowered during this time. Her care is fully inclusive, honoring each family’s unique journey and choices. Aisling is passionate about holding space, offering support, and walking alongside families as they move beyond birth and into parenthood with confidence.

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  Amy Corrigan

  Amy is a certified sleep consultant based in County Wicklow, specializing in gentle, evidence-based sleep solutions for babies and toddlers. With a focus on sustainable, family-centered approaches, Amy helps exhausted parents navigate their little ones’ sleep challenges through personalised support and practical strategies.

  As a mother to a 16-month-old daughter, Nellie, and with another baby due in March, Amy truly understands the reality of sleep deprivation and the impact it has on family life. She combines her professional training with real-world parenting experience to support families from the newborn stage all the way through toddlerhood.

  Amy believes that every family is different and needs a different approach. She loves to problem solve with parents to find the best strategy that suits them and their family’s unique situation and values. Her approach is rooted in understanding each child’s individual needs while supporting parents through the process with empathy and expertise.

  Amy offers comprehensive support packages, including her two-week intensive program, where families receive customized sleep plans and ongoing guidance as they work toward better sleep for everyone. You can follow Amy’s journey and find helpful sleep tips on Instagram @amycorrigan_sleep_consultant.

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  Karen Prunty

  Karen Prunty is a Paediatric Nurse with 14 years of experience, a mum of four, and founder of Little Roo. Drawing on her extensive medical background and firsthand parenting experience, Karen has created a space supporting families through pregnancy and new parenthood.

  At Little Roo, Karen empowers parents with the tools, confidence, and community. From baby massage and sensory play to antenatal classes and first aid workshops, she combines professional expertise with a nurturing approach to address the unique challenges of parenting.

  Karen’s mission is to create a “village” where families feel supported, understood and confident.

  First Aid education is an essential skill to learn. Karen educates families about common childhood illnesses and emergency situations such as choking and CPR.