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Head lice

August 8, 2012

New school gear may not be the only new acquirements for your child at this time of year, unfortunately head lice is a real issue too. REBECCA BERMINGHAM shows you how to deal with lice in a swift and stress-free way.   With September looming, you probably have a million and one things to do to get your [...]

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School Survival Guide

August 7, 2012

Whether it’s Montessori or ‘big school’ SHARON WATSON helps you prepare your child, and yourself, for that all important milestone of starting school.     It may seem like only yesterday you welcomed your little one into the world but already it’s time to send them out there on their own. Whether they’re off to Montessori [...]

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Birth Plan

July 25, 2012

So the little blue line has confirmed your pregnant – but what happens next? After the initial excitement has subsided, it’s time to start planning for the birth. ARLENE HARRIS reports on a new independent Irish service that can make choosing your birth plan and hospital that little bit easier. Having a baby is one [...]

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Dad’s Diary: In the eye of a little beholder

July 23, 2012

NICHOLAS WILKINSON discovers that not only is beauty in the eye of the beholder, but that we should cling to the splendour in this world (and for as long as possible).   My daughter is beautiful. I know it’s true, but it’s nice to be told that you’re doing something right as a parent. When [...]

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Perfect Picnic Food

July 20, 2012

One of the many great things about summer is being able to dine al fresco. ANNABEL KARMEL offers some simple but scrumptious picnic suggestions.   Chicken Caesar Salad Caesar salad was invented by Caesar Cardini who owned a restaurant in Los Angeles. The salad became famous as it was loved by movie stars in the [...]

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Baby to Toddler: The Milestones

July 5, 2012

Watching your baby grow into a toddler is one of the most fascinating stages of her childhood. Parenting author SIMONE CAVE looks at some of the major milestones from six to 12 months.   As your baby approaches her first birthday, she’ll make some huge leaps towards becoming a walking, talking toddler with plenty of attitude. [...]

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Baby’s First Holiday

June 21, 2012

Author and journalist CATHERINE COOPER provides you with some invaluable tips on travelling with your new bundle for the very first time.   Planning your first holiday with your baby can be a very exciting but also daunting time. While being a parent shouldn’t stop you having the holiday you want, you can get more [...]

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Would you choose your baby’s sex?

June 19, 2012

A small but growing number of Irish people are taking gender selection into their own hands. DR JOANNA GRIFFIN examines the reasons behind this, the methods and the ethics. When Marie asked the sonographer at the end of her 20-week scan if she could determine her baby’s sex, she was not prepared for the answer [...]

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