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Poll: Should the government ban parents from smacking their children?
'I'm sorry, there's no heartbeat': I thought it was my fault we lost our babies
Here's how to get your children feeling good about maths
We were better parents before smartphones
'You're an adult and your parents are fighting, but it's not your job to fix their relationship'
Parents are losing the rag over this book's cheeky name
Find yourself saying ridiculous things to children? This Dad made a book about it
All new parents will relate to the hilarious sign on this Mam's front door
Family pay tribute to "lovable and popular" Millen (15) after his sudden death
School told it must enrol boy (6) it deems "an unacceptable risk" to other students
'My four year old is ready to start school, but am I?'
They grow up so fast: It's the first day of school for Ireland’s infants
Contoversy in Australia over new film about kids with gay parents
This dad's sweet reaction to his son buying an Ariel doll is going viral
Hilarious Cork animation about Irish parents to be screened at US festivals
9 realities that will bring people with toddlers to their knees
'Fussy eater' kids more likely to have mental health issues
New parent struggling to keep your relationship alive? Don't worry, you're not the only one
Here is what the government outline of childcare could mean for you
Poll: Should schools be forced to allow generic uniforms?
People are sharing the lies they constantly tell their parents
Eimear Walsh funeral hears of kind-hearted, generous and fun-loving young woman
Don't push your children into careers they're not suited for – it can backfire
The website for under-sixes free GP care is down, but it is still possible to register
Karen Buckley's parents: 'We're still in shock, it sometimes feels like all of this isn’t real'
How much do you value the people who take care of your children?
European court rules French doctors can turn off Vincent Lambert's life support
3 Midweek Longreads: Can this controversial child experiment end racism?
Want to start a childcare business with a difference? This man knows how
Jimmy Kimmel asked kids which parent they love more and they had no bother picking
'A country girl – big hopes, big plans': Karen Buckley is laid to rest in Cork
Are your little ones fussy eaters? Here's how to make dinnertime feel less like a raging battle
Empire State Building to turn red and purple for #BringBackOurGirls campaign
Attention parents: We'll have an expert in for a LIVE Q&A to answer your questions
Big Hero 6 merchandise doesn't feature the girl characters and parents aren't happy
Father and seven children found dead 'after generator filled house with carbon monoxide'
Watch this Dad bond with his baby by adorably emulating her every move
'Our little boy always wanted to be a superhero and he became one in death'
Man jailed for life after salting and cooking his parents
The rights of unmarried fathers are being changed – but is it enough?