# family magazine

8 mums and dads share the parenting rules they thought they'd never break - until they had kids

‘I swore I wouldn’t be one of those parents who uses bribery to motivate their children…’

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Sep 17th 2019, 5:26 PM

10 parents share products that make toddler life easier - from a leash backpack to a folding potty

Bath paints, nightlights and library cards: These made all the difference to the mums and dads we polled.

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Sep 3rd 2019, 5:32 PM

11 tips for getting better sleep during pregnancy, according to women who've been there

Parents share their advice for sleeping like a baby (while growing one).

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Aug 27th 2019, 5:26 PM

# what to expect

'Nothing can actually prepare you': 8 mums share how they dealt with their fears about giving birth

From pre-natal yoga to positive thinking, there are lots of different approaches. Here, some veterans share what worked for them.

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Aug 6th 2019, 4:05 PM

What You Don't See Here: Mum Deirdre shares the reality behind this summer snap - toddler meltdowns included

‘Saoirse had a tantrum because I wouldn’t let her eat the cat food.’

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Jul 23rd 2019, 5:30 PM

# talking it out

7 things a mum with postnatal depression doesn’t want to hear - and 4 helpful things to say instead

Sheena McGinley recalls the sentences that made a dark time easier, and the ones that definitely didn’t.

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Jul 16th 2019, 4:58 PM

Am I being a bad parent... by pushing my four-year-old to face her fear of the water?

A divisive reader dilemma for our four experts this week.

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Jul 16th 2019, 4:33 PM

# newborn and baby

10 unexpectedly useful items to pack in your hospital bag, according to new parents

Aside from the ‘loose fitting nightdress’, here’s what else to bring.

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Jul 16th 2019, 4:33 PM

# WYDSH

What You Don't See Here: Mum Rosa shares the reality behind this sunny family photo - sore feet and all

Dublin mother-of-two Rosa Parozci takes us beyond the filter with this Instagram snap.

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Jul 16th 2019, 4:32 PM

8 unmissable offers and deals to shop now - from 3-for-2 on baby food to a €39.99 bouncer

Shop smart for your little one with these budget-friendly deals.

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Jul 16th 2019, 4:29 PM

# am i being a bad parent?

‘I didn’t know hair could grow there!’ 7 unexpected pregnancy side effects, as told by mums-to-be

We asked expectant mums to share the symptoms they definitely didn’t predict.

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Jul 9th 2019, 5:38 PM

# About last night

The difference between hangovers pre and post-kids - starting with the 6am toddler wake-up call

The headache and dry mouth is bad enough without two restless kids to wrangle, writes Sheena McGinley.

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Jul 9th 2019, 5:38 PM

Am I being a bad parent... by always giving into my picky-eating toddler?

Three Irish parenting experts weigh in on the best way to navigate dinnertime battles.

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Jul 9th 2019, 5:38 PM

What You Don't See Here: Deirdre shares the reality behind this cheerful family snap - mid-morning feeds and all

We get a behind-the-scenes look at this happy Instagram snap.

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Jul 9th 2019, 5:38 PM

8 fantastic offers and deals to nab this week - from mini tuxedos to half price nappies

Keep your wallet and your little one happy with this week’s best offers.

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Jul 9th 2019, 5:38 PM

8 brilliant offers and deals to snap up this week - from convertible cots to play pools

All of the best baby (and budget) friendly deals this week.

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Jul 2nd 2019, 5:33 PM

What You Don't See Here: Tracey shares the reality behind this sweet sibling photo - dirty nappies and all

We get a glimpse behind the filter on this Instagram snap of Willow and her big brother Billy.

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Jul 2nd 2019, 5:32 PM

# nappy time

'Are those... raisins?': My baby's first year, as told in 12 poos

#7 The one when we started solids.

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Jul 2nd 2019, 5:31 PM

Am I being a bad parent... by giving my child a family name I really don't like?

Three experts have their say on this week’s reader dilemma.

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Jul 2nd 2019, 5:31 PM

# back to sleep

9 smart tips to keep your toddler in their own bed at night, according to parents who've been there

Here’s how mums and dads of young kids deal with late-night escapes.

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Jul 2nd 2019, 5:30 PM

9 unmissable offers and deals you can shop right now - from sterilisers to baby's first swimsuit

We’ve rounded up the best online and offline sales, to save you time (and money).

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Jun 25th 2019, 5:25 PM

# am i being a bad parent?

What You Don't See Here: Mum Yaz shares the reality behind this family photo, chickenpox and all

What’s behind the Instagram photo? Each week, we’ll find out.

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Jun 25th 2019, 5:22 PM

Am I being a bad parent... by leaving my six-month-old to 'cry it out'?

One reader dilemma – and three different opinions from the experts.

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Jun 25th 2019, 5:22 PM

# parenting truths

'Milk squirting across the room': 14 mums share their best (and most hilarious) breast pumping stories

‘I plugged in the pump at 1.30am and fell asleep with it clutched to my boob.’

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Jun 25th 2019, 5:21 PM

9 childbirth secrets nobody tells you about beforehand, according to new parents

Mums and dads share the things they wish they’d known *before* that first contraction.

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Jun 25th 2019, 5:20 PM

# Competition

WIN: A luxury family getaway to Powerscourt Hotel in Wicklow

Plus breakfast, a three-course meal and entry to the kid-friendly Cool Planet experience.

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Jun 18th 2019, 5:39 PM

# family event guide

On your bike! 5 kid-friendly cycling routes to check out around Ireland this summer

Spend time in nature and get that heart rate up as a family.

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Jun 18th 2019, 5:38 PM

Am I being a bad parent... by ignoring my three-year-old's sudden change in behaviour?

This week, one parent is wondering how to handle her daughter’s newfound hatred of the creche drop-off.

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Jun 18th 2019, 5:37 PM

# am i being a bad parent?

Mums and dads share the best evening wind-down routines for restless kids

Our panel share their tips for helping little ones drift off more easily.

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Jun 18th 2019, 5:37 PM

# why toddler why

'Why does he eat rocks, but not broccoli?' 13 questions only parents of toddlers ask themselves

The kids aren’t the only ones asking loads of questions, writes Chrissie Russell.

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Jun 18th 2019, 5:36 PM

# family event guide

Another rainy day? 5 fun-filled indoor spots to bring your mini explorers to this summer

Educational days out for curious young minds – from aquariums to dinosaur museums.

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Jun 11th 2019, 5:43 PM

Am I being a bad parent...by sending my child to 'big school' when I know he's not ready?

This week, one parent is worried about the logistics of waiting another year.

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Jun 11th 2019, 5:42 PM

# playtime politics

'My son loves dress-up and dolls' houses - but why do I feel compelled to tell you that he plays with trucks too?'

It’s time to start thinking beyond pink and blue, writes Chrissie Russell.

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Jun 11th 2019, 5:42 PM

9 of the best-value outdoor toys for young kids, according to real mums and dads

Here’s the stuff that’s worth the money (and the flat-pack assembly) this summer.

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Jun 11th 2019, 5:41 PM

# family magazine

8 of the best parks and playgrounds around Ireland, according to parents of young kids

Fairy woods, zip lines and the best slides around.

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Jun 4th 2019, 5:35 PM

# family magazine

'She wasn't ready to share us': How we prepared our toddler for the arrival of a new baby

“When her dad mentioned that she’d soon be meeting her baby sister, she declared, ‘I must fight her with a sword!’”

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Jun 4th 2019, 5:20 PM

# Competition

WIN: A fun family getaway to the luxurious Lyrath Estate in Kilkenny

Cycle around the estate’s 170 acres, or head to the leisure centre.

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Jun 4th 2019, 5:08 PM

# family event guide

5 free kid-friendly fairs and festivals to mark on your summer calendar

From a sea-themed weekend in Cork to a street performance spectacular in Dublin.

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Jun 4th 2019, 5:07 PM