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My Money: ‘I grew up with seven siblings in a single-income household – that shaped my money mindset’
5+ hour, 10+ min ago (107+ words) My Money: "I grew up with seven siblings in a single-income household " that shaped my money mindset'The Irish Independent Financial adviser Cian Carolan Cian Carolan runs DNG Financial Services, a division of property services provider DNG Cian Carolan, who grew…...
Most people underestimate the value of a stay-at-home parent, new survey reveals
1+ week, 2+ day ago (576+ words) Mediahuis (we) and partners use technologies such as cookies to store and access (personal) data " online identifiers (e.g., IP address, sign-in ID), non-precise location and information about your browser, operating system, device as well as insights into your use of this domain…...
The great kids-in-restaurants row: Should children be welcome everywhere we eat?
1+ week, 4+ day ago (296+ words) The great kids-in-restaurants row: Should children be welcome everywhere we eat?The Irish Independent Former BBC newsreader Jan Leeming sparked a lively debate after complaining about a toddler ruining her dining experience, but should kids be allowed in most restaurants?...
7 signs your child is addicted to social media
1+ week, 4+ day ago (547+ words) 7 signs your child is addicted to social media'The Irish Independent Experts outline what type of behaviours might be red flags and what you can do if you are concerned Social-media use has become one of the most challenging battles for…...
North Dublin primary school unable to open autism classes despite ‘massive’ local demand
1+ week, 6+ day ago (549+ words) Stapolin ETNS have been trying to set up two additional autism classes A Dublin primary school has said it cannot open urgently needed autism classes after being told the Department of Education will not fund additional classroom space, despite acknowledging…...
Concern at bullying of LGBTQ+ youth in Kerry – ‘Some make a mockery of them’
1+ week, 6+ day ago (244+ words) Concern at bullying of LGBTQ+ youth in Kerry " "Some make a mockery of them'The Irish Independent Kerry group receives Rainbow Award for providing services and "safe spaces for LGBTQ+ young people LGBTQ+ youth in Kerry are continuing to experience high…...
When the new friend isn’t real – How to support teens and tweens as they navigate AI chats
1+ week, 6+ day ago (360+ words) When the new friend isn't real " How to support teens and tweens as they navigate AI chats'The Irish Independent Parents who are curious, calm and involved in their child's digital world will create a safer space for them Once again,…...
Creches will have to publish admissions policies to reassure parents of children with special needs, says Norma Foley
2+ week, 5+ hour ago (224+ words) Creches will have to publish admissions policies to reassure parents of children with special needs, says Norma Foley'The Irish Independent Move by Children's Minister will offer transparency Creches will soon be required to publish their admissions policies in a bid…...
Vital youth-education service in Cork town set for a new home in the centre of the community
2+ week, 1+ day ago (482+ words) Youthreach Macroom is one step closer to finding its new home following the approval of a lease agreement for a new facility. The current Macroom Youthreach facility, which is located on the Millstreet Road, was deemed no longer suitable for…...
Kathy Donaghy: Don’t be a ‘Fafo’ mum and bin those handbooks – you will just have to wing this parenting thing
2+ week, 1+ day ago (231+ words) Kathy Donaghy: Don't be a "Fafo' mum and bin those handbooks " you will just have to wing this parenting thing'The Irish Independent Trendy parenting techniques can be a backward step and should be treated with caution Cartoon by Graeme Keyes…...