PARENTING - BABY

A collection of articles relating to the 'baby' years which will hopefully help you get through the sleepless nights. Enjoy.

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Joanna Fortune: I'm at breaking point following arrival of my third child
My Childhood with Marty Morrissey: 'My father always said no son of his would fight for America'
S My Childhood with Marty Morrissey: 'My father always said no son of his would fight for America'
Marty Morrissey's childhood in New York instilled in him the American attitude he could be whatever he wanted to be, but it was his parents' steadfast support and his community in West Clare that set him on the path to fame

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

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S My Childhood with Fintan McCarthy: 'When we moved from London to Skibbereen, I stood out'
The world champion lightweight rower talks about dealing with moving with his family to Skibbereen from London when he was six and how having a solid base of family support helped him as an athlete

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Cute little baby sleeping in crib at home. Bedtime
Lucy Wolfe: These are the most common childhood sleep-related questions parents ask me
The primary task in their first few months is to make sure your baby feels loved, safe, and supported, says sleep consultant Lucy Wolfe

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

‘My son has Down syndrome and he's the light of our whole world’
‘My son has Down syndrome and he's the light of our whole world’
Two mums whose sons have Down syndrome say their children have changed their outlook on life and want to celebrate and advocate for children like them

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Tots to Teens: Nourishing little bowls with big hugs
Tots to Teens: Nourishing little bowls with big hugs
Wicklow-based company creates fresh, preservative-free, ready-made meals for babies and toddlers

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

My complex fertility journey to have a baby after PCOS and endometriosis
My complex fertility journey to have a baby after PCOS and endometriosis
Caitríona O’Donnell has endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome and knew she would need help to get pregnant. A new treatment targeting an overactive immune system ultimately led to the birth of her baby

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Tots to Teens: Lap and Chat campaign is back on track
Tots to Teens: Lap and Chat campaign is back on track
Workshops aim to help young people to look after their mental health

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Tots to Teens: Raise a cup for children’s ambulance
Tots to Teens: Raise a cup for children’s ambulance
Brew for BUMBLEance is asking people in communities, workplaces, coffee shops, and schools all over Ireland to put the kettle on to help pay for the cost of operating Ireland’s only children’s ambulance service

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Little baby sleeping on bed embracing soft toy, free space
Colman Noctor: This is the early years sleep advice every parent should know 
Child psychotherapist Dr Colman Noctor outlines common sleep challenges facing parents of little ones

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Why a sing-song voice helps babies learn to talk
Why a sing-song voice helps babies learn to talk
Speaking ‘parentese’ can help to foster good speech and language development, and encourage clear communication

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

'My baby had his first heart surgery at just three days old'
'My baby had his first heart surgery at just three days old'
Between 500 and 600 children are born with  congenital heart disease each year in Ireland 

Tue, 17 Feb, 2026

Tots to Teens: A Wilde reading adventure for children
Tots to Teens: A Wilde reading adventure for children
Plus activities and clothing for rainy days

Tue, 17 Feb, 2026

How to safely wean your baby by introducing suitable foods
How to safely wean your baby by introducing suitable foods
After around 26 weeks, breastmilk or formula alone isn’t enough, so introduce suitable weaning foods when your child shows they’re ready

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Marie Crowe: After having three sons I was 99% sure this was another boy
S Marie Crowe: After having three sons I was 99% sure this was another boy
Last March, RTÉ sports presenter Marie Crowe and her husband, Billy, welcomed their daughter, Jessie, after having three boys and after a nine-year gap. She describes the moment of finding out this baby was a girl, about what that meant to her — and how Jessie has brought a beautiful calm energy to family life

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Portrait of a little boy in blue at home standing in the middle of the room
Joanna Fortune: My toddler gets upset when I breastfeed the baby
There is no ideal way to navigate this transition — remember that good enough really is good enough

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

Busy mother working from home
Julie Jay: I used to be sound, but now I am officially a bad mammy
After a few weeks of being a cranky old wench, I am convinced I am giving even Medea a run for her money in the bad mammy stakes

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

Tots to Teens: Guide to your child’s health from A to Z
Tots to Teens: Guide to your child’s health from A to Z
Plus the Junior Eurovision song contest, teenage skincare and more

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

Tots to Teens: How to build a bird nest box with your children
Tots to Teens: How to build a bird nest box with your children
Plus card games, expert-led talks, and more

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Mother Wearing Headphones Listening a Podcast While Baby Sleeps
'A trusted voice is very important and can help when parents are questioning everything'
Whether it’s helping your baby sleep, feed, or thrive, there’s a show to support you. We chat to the hosts of some of Ireland’s most popular parenting podcasts

Sun, 01 Feb, 2026

Tots to Teens: Guidance for the budding wordsmith
Tots to Teens: Guidance for the budding wordsmith
Storytelling skills, an aid for messy eating, and developing a positive mindset

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026

You're going to be the best brother ever
Joanna Fortune: I'm not sure how I'm going to manage it all when my baby arrives
Keep in mind the old saying: ‘It takes a village to raise a child’

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Tots to teens: Where play meets child development
Tots to teens: Where play meets child development
Children's wellness range in Aldi stores has affordably priced products designed to encourage gentle play and mindful moments

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Tots to Teens: Take a step in the right direction
Tots to Teens: Take a step in the right direction
From January 19 to February 15, the 2026 Forvis Mazars Steps Team challenge calls on people of all ages and fitness levels to take on one of two physical challenges and raise funds for Jigsaw and Bumbleance

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Loving Caucasian Mother Smiling at Newborn Baby Indoors in Bright and Warm Setting
The first 1,000 days are crucial in shaping a child’s life
Development begins at conception, and the early years are critical. A safe, nurturing and stimulating environment helps children thrive 

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

Tots to Teens: Brush up your art skills for RTÉ contest
Tots to Teens: Brush up your art skills for RTÉ contest
Under 18s have until midnight on January 31 to submit works with theme of 'This is Nature'

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

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