PARENTING - TODDLER

A collection of the latest articles relating to the parenting of toddlers and its unique challenges. Enjoy.

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Colman Noctor: Children thrive when they get our undivided attention 
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Joanna Fortune: Children's bedtime routine is upset on nights Dad gets home late 
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Joanna Fortune: My toddler is not happy about the new arrival 
Tots to Teens: Lollipop sticks it to illness – with vitamin C
Tots to Teens: Lollipop sticks it to illness – with vitamin C
Plus: Barnardos and Heinz join forces for vulnerable families

Tue, 10 Sep, 2024

Baby boy playing with stuufed toy at home.
Julie Jay: It’s a drag watching my baby try to crawl, but he’ll get there eventually
As he shuffles from A to B at a glacial pace, it turns out our one year old isn’t the only one embracing their sloth era

Tue, 13 Aug, 2024

Screaming Toddler
Colman Noctor: An expert guide to managing toddler tantrums for parents
While we might all be familiar with ‘the terrible twos’, tantrums can start as early as one and continue until five or six

Sun, 28 Jul, 2024

Father and little daughter at home.
Joanna Fortune: My toddler wants to be in my arms nearly all the time
This is such a full-on stage of development

Tue, 23 Jul, 2024

Cute little boy sitting on the beach in sunset
Julie Jay: After dinner is the perfect time to enjoy an Irish beach with your kids
... convincing the kids it’s time to go home is also never a problem, because the sun going down signals the jig is up and that tomorrow is another day

Tue, 23 Jul, 2024

Sharing ideas. Teens holding empty speech bubbles
Colman Noctor: Teaching communication skills to help teens connect 
Listening skills are fundamental to nurturing well-rounded, capable, and empathetic individuals.   

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

Children's drawing workshop, happy children make handprints with paint.
Julie Jay: Is it necessary for parents to bring out their child’s inner Don Conroy?
"My ‘suggested feed’ is a litany of crafty mammies going above and beyond to make sure their child doesn’t have to suffer one nano-second of boredom."

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

Little girl with chickenpox, antiseptic cream applied to rash
Chickenpox: How it's spreading, why it needs immediate medical care, and how to spot it
A dramatic rise in the incidence of chickenpox hospitalisations is linked to reduced social interactions during the pandemic, which would typically boost resistance

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

Happy little kid boy jumping on rainy puddle in autumn on nature
Julie Jay: Irish holidays remind us that our job as parents is to make the best of it
When you’re a parent on holiday your job is to be optimistic to the point of full-on delusion

Tue, 09 Jul, 2024

Boy screaming
Joanna Fortune: My toddler always has a meltdown when we eat out
We’re going abroad for holidays in two weeks, and I’m dreading the tantrums — what can I do?

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

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Six experts on how to keep kids safe in farms, in the water, and more this summer
A less structured routine during school holidays along with outdoor seasonal activities can present hazards

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

Dirty dishes in the sink
I can’t tame the mess monster no matter how much cleaning I do
A chaotic individual is endearing, chaotic mammy is risking a call to the relevant authorities

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

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Dr Phil Kieran: Is it safe to buy paracetamol for children when I'm overseas? 
I usually recommend using paracetamol as a first line of response before ibuprofen, as ibuprofen can be a bit harsh on the kidneys

Tue, 25 Jun, 2024

Little girl and boy and mother with suitcases on airport
10 strategies to help avoid airport boarding battles with children 
Take the stress out of navigating airports and flights with our top ten tried-and-tested tips 

Tue, 18 Jun, 2024

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Dr Phil Kieran: What steps can I take to treat my toddler’s sticky eyes?
"Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the layer that covers the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It causes the white area in the eye to become red or pink and produce a lot of fluid (tears and mucus). The cause can be bacterial, viral, allergic, or irritant."

Tue, 11 Jun, 2024

Upset toddler refuses to eat healthy meal because she is a picky eater
Aoife Hearne: I'm worried about my child who only wants to eat beige foods 
"Vegetables and fruit are important for health at all ages, particularly for children as they grow. However, they are often sticking points for little ones, many of whom struggle with their taste and texture."

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

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Julie Jay: Politicians and toddlers will say almost anything to get what they want
"They’ve broken our trust before, and they rarely see things through, but still, we say over and over again, this time it will be different."

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Crepe in a pan above view isolated on a purple background.
Julie Jay: Kids are like pancakes — the first is always a trial run
Turning to the internet for comfort is never a good idea - especially when you happen upon the phenomenon called second-child syndrome

Tue, 28 May, 2024

Young father holds his newborn baby with care and love.
Julie Jay: It’s Daddy for craic and Mammy for survival in our house
"My husband can parent no problem, but when I’m in the vicinity, I automatically step in as our three-year-old comes straight to me with picklers like opening yoghurts and re-adjusting his sunhat."

Tue, 21 May, 2024

Blond toddler child, wiping his nose in a tissue, sneezing and coughing
Dr Phil: What can I do to ensure my two-year-old doesn't get croup?
"Croup is a condition in which the vocal cords become swollen due to viral infection. This can cause a distinctive, seal-like barking cough."

Tue, 21 May, 2024

laundry room with a washing machine
Julie Jay: I’ve finally bought a clothes dryer after 817 consecutive days of rain
We have invested in a dryer and I might never leave the house again

Tue, 23 Apr, 2024

Beautiful toddler sitting on the floor playing with building blocks toys at kindergarten
Joanna Fortune: My toddler understands everything but only has a few words. Should we worry?
Between two and a half and three years, many children can use 50 to 100 different words and follow two-step instructions, for example: “Can you pick up your shoe and bring it to me, please?'.

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

Julie Jay: For all her faults, Peppa does a great job babysitting the kids for an hour
Julie Jay: For all her faults, Peppa does a great job babysitting the kids for an hour
Peppa is a lot less irritating as Ghaeilge, so cartoons on RTÉjr are a strong recommendation — in Peppa Muc we trust

Tue, 26 Mar, 2024

Walking new mothers
Julie Jay: The reviews are in — we parents are more sensitive than you think
Even the most well-intentioned of feedback can feel like a dagger to the heart when you are knee-deep in the trenches of new parenting

Tue, 19 Mar, 2024

Adorable toddler child in dress with curly hair having a tantrum looking away leaning sitting on the on floor
Joanna Fortune: How to manage a child's tantrums and meltdowns
And what is a good age for a reward chart?

Tue, 12 Mar, 2024

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