• Things to teach your child before they go into “big school”

    Ok, I might be a little late with this one but hopefully with the joys of the Internet it will be around for many years to come and there may be a few out there who are...

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  • Back to school – a costly business

    A few weeks ago I posted on preparing for back to school.  It was filled with tasks that need to be done and some tips on getting there. The one thing it was silent on was cost....

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  • Face Painting time!

    Face painting is a familiar feature at kids parties, fun fairs and the like. In our house it is also a great fun activity for all the kids to enjoy. They love to be transformed into something...

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  • The Tooth Fairy is coming!

    My oldest has had a wobbly tooth for a couple of weeks. She is 6.  I believe this is a normal age for tooth loss according to the experts of pediatric dentistry – some go earlier and...

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  • Reflections on a Summer holiday abroad

    I’m just back from two weeks in Tenerife.  Sorry I really should have said goodbye on the blog but that is why it has been so quiet around here.  We are now back on Irish soil and...

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  • The breastfeeding trier – World Breastfeeding Week

    I’m on my holidays in Tenerife.  Lots of topless sunbathers so I’m surrounded by boobs! And how appropriate is that given that this past week (1st to 7th August) has been World Breast feeding week?! The great...

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