It’s time for the summer holidays However, the idea of travelling with a young child can be terrifying for some parents, but there are ways to make things easier and calmer for both you and baby… I travelled to Portugal in September with my little girl – it’s was her first time flying. Ahead of […]

2 years ago

We are officially in hay fever season In Ireland, the hay fever season kicks off in March – although, hay fever sufferers are likely all too aware of this. According to Allergy Ireland, it begins with the release of tree pollen in early March until May and is followed by the grass pollen season which […]

2 years ago

In our ever-connected (over-connected?) world, the trade-off between screen time and playtime has become a thoroughly modern parenting challenge – here are some ways to strike the balance Are you constantly feeling guilty about how much screen time your child gets? But, at the same time, wondering how the hell you’d get your bits done […]

2 years ago

Gestational diabetes, a condition that can occur during pregnancy, is something expectant parents should stay informed about. Understanding the signs, symptoms, and treatments for gestational diabetes is essential for a healthy pregnancy. Signs and symptoms Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin […]

2 years ago

Just like the age-old bed covers debate, Allison Delperdang’s TikTok about washing her pyjamas has caused serious online debate about what exactly is best practice. How often do you wash your pyjamas? It seems, based on the comments under Allison’s TikTok post, that the results vary pretty wildly. Responses included “What do you mean? I […]

2 years ago

Take a deep breath. Here’s a mini-survival guide on how to deal with three very common parenting scenarios. Parenting is, in a word, exhilarating. Take that how you want to – good, bad, chaotic, wonderful, tear-inducing. It’s filled with unexpected twists and turns; falls, injuries, tantrums, regressions, stretches, leaps, you name it. As our little […]

2 years ago

Parenting contains multitudes. This we know. And some of the experience brings joy like no other. But sometimes, you feel a tiny bit unhinged… That’s where these five TikTok accounts come in. A lot of the parenting content we see online can be at best slightly sugar-coated and at worst absolute nonsense – most mothers […]

2 years ago

Night terrors, a distressing sleep disorder often mistaken for nightmares, can be a bewildering experience for parents and a really scary one too – possibly scarier for the parent than the child, strangely enough. These sudden episodes of intense fear, screaming, and physical agitation can cause such stress during the night that parents often end […]

2 years ago

Are you struggling to get your little ones to eat anything that’s not beige and sugar-filled? We hear you. Here are some helpful tips for fussy eaters. The myriad issues that can arise around food when you’ve got kids is intense. Getting kids to eat anything at all can be a challenging task for many […]

2 years ago

Calm, of any kind, can be hard to come by as a parent. Here are some simple things to implement at home to help take the tension down a little… Life as a parent is chaos. A never-ending stream of activity, emotions, and challenges. Juggling work, household responsibilities, and the needs of your children can […]

2 years ago

We have four seasons in one day, sure – but getting outside with your kids is still incredibly important for their wellbeing, and has lots of benefits you might not have thought of. According to recent statistics from the Central Statistics Office (CSO), childhood obesity rates in Ireland have been on the rise. Not only […]

2 years ago

Baby is due at any moment! Unless you’re having a planned section or induction, you could be having your baby in the next 24 hours or the next 24 days – it’s a wild time. Here’s what to expect in month nine of your pregnancy. How you’ll be feeling Entering the ninth month of pregnancy, […]

2 years ago

Taming the toddler hair-washing battle is not easy. But maybe, just maybe, with these tips for success, bath time won’t be such a bloody nightmare… Bath time can quickly turn from a relaxing ritual into a battleground when you’re dealing with a toddler who vehemently refuses to let water near their precious locks. Sometimes I […]

2 years ago

While absolutely no pressure should be put on anyone’s body post-baby, with all the changes that happen during pregnancy and beyond, it’s common for some of us to struggle with body confidence. We’ve literally changed our entire bodies in the process of growing and delivering a baby, and that can of course mess with our […]

2 years ago

Welcoming a newborn into your home is a whirlwind of emotions and responsibilities. Thankfully, in this mad digital world we live in, there are apps. For. Everything. You never think you’ll need them, pre-parenthood: How hard could it be to remember when the last poonami was? Or how many ounces of milk baby took, and […]

2 years ago

We’ve all been there. Kids see your beautifully painted walls as a blank canvas on which to do their best Jackson Pollock impression. But how do you get rid of it? Artwork on your painted wall *can* be an endearing testament to your child’s creative spirit (ahem) but when you want a clean and pristine […]

2 years ago

Your home is no longer your sanctuary, my friends. Here are some things that parents of toddlers will have to wave goodbye to as their little ones wreak havoc push boundaries Pre-children, I was a neat freak. Now? I prefer to think of myself as a reformed neat freak – I am no longer even […]

2 years ago

Not to step on Aslan’s toes here, but it truly is a crazy world out there, and one thing I want to try to do as a parent is raise a resilient little person. Resilience equips kids with the tools they need to bounce back from challenges, navigate setbacks, and thrive in the face of […]

2 years ago

Sleep training isn’t for everyone, and there are lots of myths and misconceptions around it, but it worked for us. In late spring 2021, my otherwise tranquil world was disrupted by the relentless challenge of sleep deprivation. Also known as ‘being a parent to a newborn’. I loved my little girl, no doubt, but as […]

2 years ago

This is a non-exhaustive, but hopefully helpful, step-by-step guide to welcoming a new sibling into your family from the perspective of a toddler. Sure, having a baby is an exciting time. But for your existing children, particularly toddlers who haven’t yet developed logic and reasoning, it can be overwhelming and leave them more than a […]

2 years ago

The aul Motherhood Penalty seems to be at it again… A recent survey of 2,000 professionals in Ireland has revealed some of the challenges faced by working mothers. According to the survey by Robert Walters, a specialist recruitment firm, workplaces in Ireland aren’t exactly providing the support packages, pay raises, and promotions that these hardworking […]

2 years ago

Most toddler parents have been in this position before: There’s a meltdown on the horizon because a toddler is being asked, simply, to go somewhere. Tell me you haven’t been there. “Okay, no we’re leaving the playground to go to the supermarket!” Aha, you naive little mite, toddler says absolutely no way. They – like […]

2 years ago

It’s all over parenting TikTok, and frankly, it’s driving me a bit mad. Gentle parenting, a philosophy centred around empathy, respect, and open communication between parents and smallies, is being billed as the be-all and end-all of modern parenting. But what if your kids are anything but gentle?  Is it possible to achieve this approach […]

2 years ago

We’ve all been there. Kids see your beautifully painted walls as a blank canvas on which to do their best Jackson Pollock impression. But how do you get rid of it? Artwork on your painted wall *can* be an endearing testament to your child’s creative spirit (ahem) but when you want a clean and pristine […]

2 years ago

A British podcaster on TikTok has shared her very controversial secret to getting a bit of a sleep in when her baby was young… Would you do it? Presenter and podcaster Luisa Collins (née Zissman) has shared her best-kept secret for getting a much-needed sleep-in when you have a baby. On her podcast Everything LuAnna, […]

2 years ago

Blanchardstown Centre are hosting a Blanch-A-Thon Fundraiser this coming weekend August 26th and 27th which will have lots to do for all the family Blanchardstown Centre is inviting customers to a family fun weekend in aid of local charity Home-Start this coming weekend. Not only will there be activities and fundraising events for all the […]

3 years ago

RTÉ presenter Sinead Kennedy took to Instagram to tell the world she’s expecting her second child this week, but did it in a really unique way. Sinead wrote on Instagram: “A bit of NEWS ❤️. Conor, Indie and I are thrilled that another little person will be joining our crew in November.” But she also […]

3 years ago

Bringing your little one to crèche or day care for the first time is exciting and, yes, a challenging milestone for both parents and children. In Ireland, where the importance of early childhood education is thankfully widely recognised, over 50% of children aged three and under attend some form of childcare or crèche, according to […]

3 years ago

Though we’ve kind of been robbed of a summer (‘dry’ July? Anyone seen it?) back to school season is coming into full swing, so planning ahead is key… Ireland’s top professional organisers, Kim and Lyn from A Sorted Affair, have seen the August and September chaos too many times to count, and know all the […]

3 years ago

The changes could include an increase in child benefit for parents and another €200 energy credit to get through the winter Nothing has been made official yet – for that we’ll have to wait for budget day in the winter time – but the Taoiseach and some Ministers have spoken out about what people can […]

3 years ago

New research shows that around two thirds of the public want the Government to ban the sale of disposable vapes A survey recently carried out with over 1,000 people aged 15 and over by the independent polling organisation Ipsos found that 64% of respondents support the ban of disposable e-cigarettes, also known as vapes. Only […]

3 years ago

We’re pretty much over the rainiest July we can recall, so is sunshine really on the way? Don’t get our hopes up, Met Éireann… We really miss the sweet smell of barbecued food and sun cream that we experienced during our short-lived May summer, but will those olfactory treats be returning to us any time […]

3 years ago