A fever can be very frightening for a parent. Many parents feel anxious when a high temperature persists and wonder if they should consult their doctor or treat their child at home. Often, a child’s high temperature will return to normal within 3 days without medical treatment. However, it’s important to know when to seek …
Your baby’s first Christmas is one of the most memorable Christmases you’ll ever have. Celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with your baby for the first time is sure to warm your heart. However, given the fact that your baby has no concept of what Christmas is, you may be wondering how to …
Trying to think of baby names and wondering what are the most popular names in Ireland in 2019? You’re in the right place! The Central Statistics Office (CSO) have compiled a list of the most popular baby names registered in Ireland in 2018. The CSO pull these statistics annually and measure the changes in order …
Babies have many ways of communicating their needs, many are much more subtle than crying. Most parents are taught to respond to crying and attempt to work out what their baby is crying about. However, crying is a very general signal. It can mean hunger, nappy change, sleepy, bored, over-stimulated, feeling unwell, the list goes …
Many mothers of young babies report feeling guilty if their baby is awake and not being entertained. However, after a few minutes of trying to entertain your newborn, you may feel yourself running out of material or see your baby’s concentration shift to staring at the wall rather than your performance. Today, we’ll talk about …
When entering into such a life-changing event as having a child, it’s helpful to be informed about all aspects of parenthood in order to limit unwelcome surprises along the road. In this article, we will explore some options for fathers in regards to their children. In Ireland, unless a couple is married, the father has …
