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‘It is hard to be brave, when you’re only a Very Small Animal.’– Piglet, Winnie the Pooh A colleague of mine sent me an email with the above title. As a parent and someone working with parents, my curiosity got

‘A pat on the back is only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in the pants, but is miles ahead in results.’ Ella Wheeler Wilcox For some time now, parents have been aware of the importance of praising children.

“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play children learn how to learn.” O. Fred Donaldson, American Martial Arts Master It may seem obvious to say that play is an important part of a child’s life but it is

As sure as the mercury drops, cold and flu viruses make the rounds through homes and childcare facilities each year. If only there were a way to guarantee that your baby won’t get sick. Is there? Read more at Baby

Childcare Providers! As you know, there is an immediate need for funding to be made available to all preschool children who have additional needs. Regina Bushell, managing director of Grovelands childcare is trying to bring attention to the plight of

There was success recently for a number of crèches at the 7th annual Baby Elegance Maternity & Infant Awards at a gala luncheon in Dublin. Best Multiple Crèche was awarded to Grovelands Crèche, Athlone and Best Community Crèche was presented to

The guilt that sometimes comes with using childcare…..“I think I’ll stay with you today Daddy, and we can play all day”. This short sentence broke my heart recently. This short sentence left me struggling with guilt over some aspects of

There is no set time that you should get rid of your child’s cot and put him in a bed, although most children make the move sometime between ages 18 months and three and a half. Many parents switch their

The first step you should take is to make a list of qualities you’re looking for in a childcare provider, such as experience, staff rations, flexibility etc. When searching for a new crèche or childcare facility make sure to give

You’ve just started your child in a new creche.  It’s the first day however things go wrong and your child protests loudly when its’ time for you to say good bye. Many children experience anxiety when starting a new childcare

‘There is a great difference between worry and concern. A worried person sees a problem, and a concerned person solves a problem.’ Harold Stephens From the moment a child is born, parents worry. In fact the worry often starts way

‘I daresay one profits more by the mistakes one makes off one’s own bat than by doing the right thing on somebody’s else advice.’ (Somerset Maugham) Chances are no one put up their hand for that one! When we see

Getting out of the house on time with children dressed, teeth brushed, tummies filled and backpacks in hand can be challenging. Getting out the door without nagging, yelling and racing around may seem impossible. You can create an environment that

‘A pat on the back is only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in the pants, but is miles ahead in results.’ Ella Wheeler Wilcox For some time now, parents have been aware of the importance of praising children.

When looking for childcare you would be forgiven for getting lost with all the jargon. Here, MyChildcare.ie explains briefly what each type of childcare means. If you have any questions please do contact us. Fulltime Day Care: You probably know

1 – Start Looking Early Start looking for childcare as far in advance as you can. No matter what type of care you are considering – a childcare center or care in someone else’s home – finding the right child