12% of Irish dads develop postnatal depression As many as one in nine Irish fathers suffer with paternal postnatal depression, the results of a new study suggest. Postnatal depression, which is generally associated with women, can have symptoms that include low moods, feelings of loneliness, sadness, anxiety, lacking energy and feeling unable to cope. The…
Naps beyond 2 may not benefits kids Children who nap beyond the age of two may have poorer sleep quality overall, a new study suggests. By the time a child is two, they are usually getting most of their sleep at night, however many still nap during the day as well. The length and quality of sleep…
“Leaking” and temporary incontinence is a potentially embarrassing problem post-childbirth – but it’s also quite common. Here’s what to know…
The scoop on baby poop: 6 things you need to know First of all, what’s normal for your baby will depend on how old they are, whether they are breastfed or formula-fed or whether they have started solids. What will my newborn’s poos be like? For the first few days after baby arrives, they will pass something…
Our motivation to get through Monday is that Pancake Tuesday is tomorrow! One bowl, one pot and the kids can indulge themselves and eat with their hands! To celebrate we’ve put down our favourite pancake recipes for you to try at home. There’s some that will thrill the kids and some that will tickle adult taste buds…
Irish Dads are more likely to lose their children than mums according to new research. The results of a survey revealed that a third of Irish parents have misplaced their children while out and about and Irish dads are far worse offenders than Irish mums. Of those surveyed, 81 per cent of parents believed men…
m&i loves: The Medella Swing breast pump The Medela Swing breast pump is the first and only small electric breast pump, for single pumping, that features the ground-breaking 2-Phase Expression Technology. With the unique combination of a stimulation and expression phase the Swing incorporates the latest technology to set the standard in both comfort and…
