Originally posted 2016-11-22 14:45:41.
5 parenting taboos that we want gone
How to deal with the Santa question
It’s the moment that many parents dread – when your child shows all the signs that she doesn’t believe in Santa anymore. First come the questions, then comes the reasoning and finally, the realisation. Some kids carry on with the pretence in case the presents dry up (!) or for the sake of a younger…
Five ways to survive the two-week wait
We’ve all been there. You’ve decided that the time is right to have a baby, done all your timings, looked for all the signs, did the deed many times and now you’re on an anxious wait to see if you’ve been successful. Known as the two-week wait (or 2ww for those in the know), time…
Having a Large Family: What it’s REALLY like
Mum-of-seven Jen Hogan tells us what it’s like to have a large family in 21st century Ireland: Ever since I was a little girl and for as long as I can remember I have wanted a big family. Surprisingly as a child I was never bothered with dolls especially, but I knew that children were…
What age is too old to have a baby?
The best age at which to have a baby is a topic that is debated day after day, and the question that almost always arises is: How old is too old? Are we taking risks by not having babies until we are older? Or worse – are we being selfish by not having babies until…
All About Head Lice
It’s enough to send shudders up and down every parent’s spine. Head lice are common, however, most parents have to deal with it at some stage. Don’t panic – we have all you need to know… What is head lice? Head lice are tiny wingless insects that are grey-brown in colour. They are the size…
How To Get Five A Day Into Your Child!
How do you ensure your kids get their five a day? It’s a question we’re constantly asked at maternity & infant HQ – how to get your kids to eat more fruit and veg. The task gets even harder as their schedules get busier, and of course as our schedules get busier too! One of…