Person: Andrea Mara

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<p>Andrea Mara: "We got married on October 14, 2004 in Foxrock in Dublin, quite close to where I grew up. Then we went on the Cabra Castle in Cavan for the reception afterwards." Pictures: Paul Kelly</p>

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My Wedding Day with Andrea Mara: We did the Dirty Dancing lift — it could have gone so wrong

We didn’t plan it or anything, I think I got carried away on the emotion of the day and I had had a glass of wine, I just ran up to Damien and he picked me up, and he didn't drop me

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Andrea Mara: How to make friends when you plan murders for a living

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Alfresco kids: Mummy bloggers share their top picnic tips

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Term time: 10 ways to get your work-life balance right

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Writing with kids – easy as ABC?

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When mum really does know best

Digital dads: Six bloggers challenge the traditional role of fathers

Andrea Mara talks to six men whose blogs about parenting challenge traditional views about the role of fathers.

Fri, 15 Jun, 2018

Taking up job title of full-time mother

Andrea Mara talks to four mums who’ve given up their careers — for now — to take care of their children.

Fri, 09 Mar, 2018

The stories behind the baby names chosen by parents

Naming a baby is a big responsibility — how do parents choose and what are the stories behind those choices? Andrea Mara finds out.

Fri, 19 Jan, 2018

MORNING BULLETIN: Motorists urged to take care after overnight freeze; Children plot for two years to escape California couple

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Fri, 19 Jan, 2018

Silent loss: The unspoken pain of miscarriage

An estimated 14,000 women endure a miscarriage in Ireland every year and many feel it’s taboo to talk about their loss, writes Sharon Ní Chonchúir.

Fri, 12 Jan, 2018

Baby health: Importance of taking folic acid during childbearing years

Andrea Mara learns why all women of childbearing age should take folic acid — even those who aren’t planning to get pregnant right now.

Fri, 05 Jan, 2018

Out and about with the kids in the festive fun

Andrea Mara says there are lots of festive events for even the most reluctant children to enjoy during Twixmas. 

Fri, 29 Dec, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: Man charged after Cork father-of-two dies in Australia; Martin ‘shocked’ at events centre delay

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Wed, 27 Dec, 2017

What happens when the reader writes back to a book's author?

Avid reader and now brand new author Andrea Mara ponders how social media has made modern authors accessible to their fans

Wed, 27 Dec, 2017

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Making time to play with your kids in a time-poor world

Determined to make time to play with her son, time-poor Andrea Mara enlists the help of experts.

Thu, 14 Dec, 2017

Here's what happened when I said 'Yes' to my kids for a day

An experimental ‘Yes Day’ can help us see how often we say ‘No’ on autopilot, says Andrea Mara. 

Wed, 15 Nov, 2017

Making memories: Mummy bloggers on what makes Christmas special for their children

We all have our own family Christmas traditions. Here, parent bloggers tell Andrea Mara some of their favourite festive activities

Fri, 10 Nov, 2017

Time to get beyond the myths about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Children with ADHD need a lot of support but girls with symptoms can fly under the radar, writes Andrea Mara

Fri, 20 Oct, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: 59 dead following Las Vegas shooting; 2,900 leave Defence Forces early over pay

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Tue, 03 Oct, 2017

How do we sell careers in STEM to young girls?

How do we encourage young girls to pursue careers in STEM? Andrea Mara meets the women who think they’ve found the answer. 

Tue, 03 Oct, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Government to announce housing strategy changes; at least five dead after Mexican earthquake

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Fri, 08 Sep, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Government to announce housing strategy changes; at least five dead after Mexican earthquake

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Fri, 08 Sep, 2017

Why having three children is the new two

With Kate Middleton expecting her third child, Andrea Mara wonders if three is the new two

Fri, 08 Sep, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: Stranger steps in to help Cork transplant patient; Gardaí using CCTV to track stabbing suspect

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Tue, 29 Aug, 2017

Trades are not just jobs for the boys

Andrea Mara meets three women who are making strides in the construction industry.

Tue, 29 Aug, 2017

The good, the bad and the smelly: Top tips for toilet training

Toilet training can be a stressful time for parents and children alike, with plenty of accidents along the way. Andrea Mara hears about the good, the bad, and the smelly.

Fri, 11 Aug, 2017

Spare new mothers your advice - it can be potentially harmful

New mums are magnets for unsolicited advice most of which is, at best, unhelpful and at worst, potentially harmful, writes Andrea Mara            

Fri, 11 Aug, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Trump warns N.K. military options 'locked and loaded'; Third rate of tax proposed

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Fri, 11 Aug, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: Water charges 'black hole' is budget priority; proposed ban on coffee cups advances

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Wed, 12 Jul, 2017

These companies are practising what they preach with diverse workplaces

There’s much talk about promoting diversity in the workplace but, as Andrea Mara learns from eBay’s Rhonda Doyle, there are companies that have taken the message very much to heart

Wed, 12 Jul, 2017

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Mon, 10 Jul, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: Underwater searches continue for Mayo man in Canada; Wider access to medical cards in budget

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Mon, 03 Jul, 2017

Mum describes difficulty of breastfeeding tongue-tied baby

Andrea Mara encountered a difficulty breastfeeding her third child, but medics diagnosed a quick and easy solution.

Mon, 03 Jul, 2017

Marketed fruit waters can contain just as much sugar as fizzy drinks

Andrea Mara hears how marketed fruit waters can contain as much sugar as cola and other fizzy drinks, and why the Super Troopers health programme is delivering results.  

Sat, 01 Jul, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: 2017 election more likely; Minister to admit housing deadline won’t be met

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Fri, 23 Jun, 2017

How much should we censor books for kids?

Should we censor our kids’ books – or give them the freedom to read whatever they choose? Andrea Mara turns to the experts

Thu, 22 Jun, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Police treating London van attack as terrorism; Máire Whelan appointed to Appeals Court

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Mon, 19 Jun, 2017

MORNING BULLETIN: One dead after van driven into crowds near London mosque; Cabinet defiant over Whelan selection

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Mon, 19 Jun, 2017

Is it easier for mums to go out to work or stay at home?

Andrea Mara tries to figure out: which is easier, going out to work or being a stay-at-home mother? Other mothers weigh in

Mon, 19 Jun, 2017

Andrea Mara on having the confidence to write a novel

While working in financial services Andrea Mara started writing online as a way to connect with other parents. Now she is about to publish her first novel.

Fri, 02 Jun, 2017

How these people turned online connections into face-to-face friendships

For those who are online a lot, it’s no longer unusual to make the transition from virtual conversations to real-life friendships, says Andrea Mara

Thu, 01 Jun, 2017

Exploring synaesthesia - see sounds, taste colours, smell words

Few of us had heard of synaesthesia until Lorde announced she has sees colours whenever she hears a musical note. Naomi Lavelle explores the phenomenon

Tue, 23 May, 2017

Karen Koster launches skin campaign in partnership with the Irish Cancer Society

Andrea Mara speaks to TV presenter Karen Koster about the importance of using sunscreen — for children and adults — from March or April when UVB rays appear.

Fri, 05 May, 2017

All the president's children: What have the offspring of US presidents been getting up to?

As Donald Trump’s offspring feel the glare of world attention, Andrea Mara looks at the fortunes of the other progeny of previous White House occupants

Tue, 25 Apr, 2017

What you should do if you suspect your child is being bullied in school

Parents can feel helpless if they suspect their child is being bullied. Andrea Mara talks to experts about how it should be handled.

Fri, 21 Apr, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Mother's heartfelt appeal on murder suicide; Proposed tower the beginning of 'New Cork'

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Thu, 20 Apr, 2017

Where does a healthy interest in gaming become a dangerous obsession?

It can be difficult to limit children’s time on their beloved games. But where does a healthy interest become a dangerous obsession, asks Andrea Mara

Thu, 20 Apr, 2017

We need to take a different approach to celebrating Mother’s Day

Andrea Mara says we have moved on from the stereotype of the downtrodden mum chained to the kitchen sink.

Fri, 24 Mar, 2017

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN: Brexit border issue a 'nightmare' for Ireland, says Bertie Ahern

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Fri, 10 Mar, 2017