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Families have been left disappointed after The Dream Point Experience, the family-friendly activity centre in Dublin, announced that it is shutting down for good. The Dream Point Experience released a statement on Monday via their social media channels, saying that they share the news ‘with a heavy heart’. Dream Point Experience.

A toddler expert has shared 10 ways that being shouted at can show up in your little one’s behaviours and they are worth taking note of. Many parents will understand that discipline is quite tricky to manage, we want to have and hold boundaries without losing our cool or shaming our children. But many of us grew up with parents whose idea of correction was shouting and those behaviours are hard to unlearn as adults.

A family habit that costs nothing, is actually enjoyable – and has the power to make your kids happier, smarter and protected from things like bullying, depression and substance abuse? Yes, indeed – and it is something we all can – and should – manage to do every day, despite our hectic back-to-school schedules and the constant juggle of modern parenting and that elusive work-life balance.

I grew up as an eldest child, and I have to laugh sometimes at just how similar my daughter, who is also an eldest child, is now to the person as I was a teenager. I had a younger sister, my daughter has a younger brother, but we both seem to almost see ourselves as a sort of an extra parent and dish out rules and discipline wherever we see fit.

Dolly Parton spoke about a traumatic childhood loss several years ago, and fans are in tears now that the clip has resurfaced. The entire world is still mourning the loss of beloved country singer Dolly Parton, and fans have been sharing video clips and interviews with the star since her passing. In one interview, Dolly opened up about her childhood and a tragic loss that she experienced when she was just nine years old.

Parents across the country are set to save money as they will receive increased National Childcare Scheme (NCS) subsidies starting today, August 31st. Whether your child is in creche or after-school care, the NCS is vital for so many families and with the new changes, even more savings will be made.

Love Irish baby names, but not sure you want to go for one of the most viral ones right now (in case your child ends up having to share a moniker with half the class once he or she goes to school?) It’s a valid concern, for sure. But how about an Irish baby name that was once popular, then more or less vanished from the radar – but are due a major comeback soon? Intrigued?

A doctor has warned parents about a common back-to-school item they shouldn’t buy for their kids as the new term begins. Some children were back in school last week, while others won’t be going back until this week and will be buying any last-minute things they need and packing their bags up in preparation for the big day. However, there is one item that a doctor has warned parents against buying for their children for school if they can help it.

There is an Irish baby name trend rising in popularity recently, and it’s such a cute option for parents looking to honour someone close to them while also choosing an Irish name. Picking a baby name for your little one is tricky business; there’s no doubt about it. There is just so much to consider, whether it’s naming trends, a specific language or culture you want to honour, or a person in your life you want to incorporate into the name.

Traitors Ireland star Ben Donohue has revealed that his wife Ciara has given birth to the couple’s third child. On Friday, the reality star shared a photo of himself and Ciara outside the National Maternity Hospital, as they prepared to take their baby girl home. Proud dad Ben also shared the obligatory dad-carries-car-seat-out-of-hospital photo to mark the occasion. Traitors Ireland star Ben Donohue welcomes baby.