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Ask the Fitness Instructor – How Do I Shed My Final Pounds?

December 4, 2012

Q. I’ve been doing loads of walking and trying to watch what I eat, but the weight has stopped coming off, and I’m finding it really hard to lose the last ten pounds. A. This is a very common occurence when losing weight, and the simple reason is that your body has become used to [...]

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Creche Adjudication Panel

April 25, 2012

CanavanByrne Mary Byrne and Angela Canavan have specialised in providing management services to the early years sector for over 10 years Along with providing an advisory service to childcare providers throughout the country they also operate a childcare training company. They are the author of many publications related to the sector including Child Development and Communication [...]

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The tooth of the matter

March 9, 2012

It’s never too early to start caring for your baby’s teeth – so follow TRACEY LATTIMORE’s guide to making them sparkle! Seeing your baby’s very first tooth appear is a major milestone, and such an exciting time in both your lives. It’s one of the first signs that’s she’s transforming from a tiny baby who [...]

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International Women’s Day

March 8, 2012

International Women’s Day is an international day of celebration where events are held all around the world to commemorate women’s achievements. It aims not only to celebrate the contribution that women have made but also to inspire women to continue to make a difference.   To support International Women’s Day attend one of the numerous events taking place across [...]

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Dublin’s dolls hospital to close

February 3, 2012

The Dolls Hospital and the Teddy Bears Clinic is to close it’s doors tomorrow after over 70 years in business. The Dolls Hospital originally opened on Mary Street in 1939 and moved to it’s current location on George’s Street in 1984. For three generation The Dolls Store has been there to repair much loved dolls [...]

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Ask the physiotherapist – upper spine pain

February 1, 2012

Q. What is causing the pain in my upper spine that gets worse when I sit for long periods at my desk at work? A. The upper (thoracic) spine is a common area of pain during pregnancy and should be promptly treated. The upper spine has to support the weight of the growing breasts and [...]

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Ask the expert – dealing with child anxiety

January 13, 2012

Q. Just before finishing up for the summer my five-year old started complaining of feeling sick in the morning and didn’t want to go into school. She didn’t appear too ill and I have spoken to her teacher and she is getting on well in class. Could this just be a phase and what can [...]

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Ask the physio – pelvic strengthening exercises

December 22, 2011

Q I was doing some pelvic strengthening exercises while pregnant but I had a Caesarean section a month ago – should I continue with these or is it too early? A It is never too early to begin pelvic floor strengthening and you should start fitting it into your routine from day one. Pelvic floor [...]

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