parentingPuberty can start as young as eight â here's what you need to know Parents tend to focus on the teenage years as a time of transition, but it's easy to overlook the profound changes children undergo in middle childhood as they begin puberty, now occurring earlier than in the past
Colman Noctor: Digital literacy does not happen by accident"It is shaped by environment, opportunity, and belief. When children believe their education is preparing them for the future, they become more engaged in their learning."
Fertility rates in Ireland: Why are more and more women deciding not to have a child? National Women's Health Survey 2025: Women making the choice to delay or not to have children for economic, health, and social reasons, are affecting fertility rates
Tots to Teens: Inspiring a lifelong love of food and cooking in primary school childrenâStronger Starts Cooksâ is a free six-week programme prompted by research that found 92% of parents would like to see more food education in the school curriculum
Why you shouldn't feel guilty if you don't feel an immediate bond with your babyYou shouldnât be guilty or worried if you donât feel an immediate bond with your baby. The love will grow with the child
Joanna Fortune: How can I control my young children on their first flight? Iâm already dreading the trip. What would you suggest?
Julie Jay: We must teach children that nothing in life is guaranteedJunior Cert controversies have reminded me this week how important it is to teach our children resilience, and to model it too
Dr Phil Kieran: Is my teen's growth spurt to blame for his marathon sleeping? Oversleeping regularly can contribute to changes in mood and concentration
Why you should think twice before posting photos and videos of kids on social mediaItâs natural to take pictures of highlights in your childâs life, but think twice before sharing them on social media
Colman Noctor: Using a sports psychology game plan to manage exam stressStudents can benefit from setting SMART goals: Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.