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29: Car Seat Safety for Babies and an Interview with Minister for Justice Helen McEntee

· 43 min · S2 E13 · Explicit

Episode 29: Car Seat Safety for Babies and an Interview with Minister for Justice Helen McEntee

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In this essential episode of, we delve into the critical topic of car seat safety for our littlest passengers. We unravel the complexities of choosing the right car seat, ensuring proper installation, and understanding the latest safety guidelines.

We also sit down with Minister Helen McEntee, Ireland's Minister for Justice, to explore her career in politics, her parenting journey including her experience of being the first ever member of the cabinet to take maternity leave. Minister McEntee opens up about her multifaceted life, sharing anecdotes from her career trajectory and her relatively new role as a parent. She recounts the anticipation and the surprises that came with motherhood and candidly discusses the support system that stood by her as she navigated motherhood for the first and second times. In a frank exchange, Minister McEntee addresses the mixed reactions to her maternity leaves, shedding light on the current sentiments within the political sphere. She offers insights into how societal attitudes towards maternity leave and professional growth can be reshaped. Finally, Minister McEntee sends an empowering message to women and mothers aiming to enter politics or other demanding sectors, emphasizing the importance of representation and perseverance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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