#Parenting – Advice

Quote of the day by Johnny Depp meaning explained: Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: ‘When you have children, there is no room for lies, no room for anything but…’ – lessons on parenting, healthy family relationships and honesty by Oscar-nominated Pirates of the Caribbean actor

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Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: Quotes continue to attract readers because they offer something rare in today’s fast-moving world, clarity in just a few words. People often turn to quotes to better understand emotions, relationships, and life experiences that can otherwise feel overwhelming. A well-phrased line can capture a feeling or truth that … Read more

A Wilde reading adventure for children

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INTRODUCE a new generation of children to Oscar Wilde’s classic tales with this gorgeous collection from Little Island Books. Printed on high-quality paper, with a linen-effect cover, gold foil details, and a ribbon bookmark, Oscar Wilde’s Stories for Children features six of Wilde’s best-known stories: The Selfish Giant, The Happy Prince, The Devoted Friend, The … Read more

Parenting is hard, and even harder with mental illness

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Most of us can relate to the difficulty of getting school uniforms ready, managing our children’s squabbles, and preparing dinner while battling a heavy cold. Now, imagine doing that and with a mental health condition. The challenges are multiplied and compounded by shame, stigma, and a lack of support. It’s an unseen issue in households … Read more

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

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Whenever you give your child tomato sauce, they have a reaction. But when you give them tomatoes in other forms, nothing happens. Could it be an allergy? “This is not an allergy,” says Dr Juan Trujillo, a paediatric allergist and co-director of the Centre of Excellence in Allergy at Cork University Hospital and UCC. “For … Read more

Love is not enough when raising teenagers 

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Much has been written about the new Netflix series Adolescence, a bold, brutal, and unflinching portrayal of one boy’s tragic descent into darkness. It has stunned critics and haunted viewers, but it has also started valuable conversations about what it means to raise a teenager in the digital age. From its groundbreaking technical execution to … Read more

The mental health check every parent needs to have with their child 

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Checking up on your child’s mental health and checking in with them about it can often be tricky, particularly when they are at the tween and teen stages. Firstly, children often send out ‘mis-cues’, says chartered clinical psychologist Dr Malie Coyne. You notice your child’s a bit down, you ask if everything is OK, and … Read more