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Family - Monday 4 June, 2018

Stressed about your Leaving or Junior Cert? Here are some tips to help you stay calm Nearly There

Stressed about your Leaving or Junior Cert? Here are some tips to help you stay calm

Jun 4th 2018, 6:00 PM 17,709 Views 16 Comments

Get plenty of sleep and exercise, and remember that anxiety is normal.

Family - Sunday 3 June, 2018

FactCheck: Is 'exam weather' really an Irish climate phenomenon? Splitting The Stones

FactCheck: Is 'exam weather' really an Irish climate phenomenon?

Jun 3rd 2018, 10:00 PM 109,982 Views 46 Comments

TheJournal.ie’s FactCheck looks at whether students really do make the sun shine for everyone.

Family - Saturday 2 June, 2018

School says children 'may have to remain in their wheelchairs' due to SNA cuts Special Needs

School says children 'may have to remain in their wheelchairs' due to SNA cuts

Jun 2nd 2018, 9:00 PM 19,499 Views 26 Comments

The Dublin primary school has warned parents that there will be “a serious disruption of services” in September.

Giving babies extra Vitamin D 'doesn't make their bones any stronger' Sunshine

Giving babies extra Vitamin D 'doesn't make their bones any stronger'

Jun 2nd 2018, 4:00 PM 14,757 Views 10 Comments

As many as 40% of Europeans do not get enough of the vitamin, which is naturally produced when the skin is exposed to sunlight.

Family - Wednesday 23 May, 2018

Almost a quarter of the world will be obese by 2045 researchers warn Heavy Warning

Almost a quarter of the world will be obese by 2045 researchers warn

May 23rd 2018, 9:42 PM 10,292 Views 57 Comments

One in eight people, up from one in 11, will have type 2 diabetes.

Family - Saturday 19 May, 2018

Male depression may lower pregnancy chances among infertile couples Fertility

Male depression may lower pregnancy chances among infertile couples

May 19th 2018, 10:30 AM 7,929 Views 55 Comments

The findings come from a study by the American National Institute of Health that looked at couples being treated for infertility.

Family - Saturday 12 May, 2018

From Eurovision parties to a vegan festival: Here's what to do this weekend Something For The Weekend

From Eurovision parties to a vegan festival: Here's what to do this weekend

May 12th 2018, 8:30 AM 11,032 Views 8 Comments

The weather won’t be as good as the bank holiday, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay home.

Family - Monday 7 May, 2018

Study looks at whether women who have had a C-section should attempt vaginal birth Medical Risk

Study looks at whether women who have had a C-section should attempt vaginal birth

May 7th 2018, 8:00 AM 26,125 Views 68 Comments

Though absolute rates were low in mothers who had attempted this type of birth.

Family - Sunday 6 May, 2018

Bewley's MD: 'The biggest risk I've ever taken? Working directly with my father' Ambition

Bewley's MD: 'The biggest risk I've ever taken? Working directly with my father'

May 6th 2018, 12:00 PM 13,667 Views 4 Comments

Cól Campbell of Bewley’s also talks about the toughest thing he’s ever had to do.

Family - Tuesday 1 May, 2018

Supermarket own-brand products reduce sugar to avoid new 30c tax Sweetening The Deal

Supermarket own-brand products reduce sugar to avoid new 30c tax

May 1st 2018, 4:08 PM 27,427 Views 72 Comments

The sugar tax comes into effect today.

Chinese website bans videos of 'subversive' Peppa Pig Pinko

Chinese website bans videos of 'subversive' Peppa Pig

May 1st 2018, 2:14 PM 29,504 Views 32 Comments

Peppa is bizarrely popular in China.

Family - Saturday 28 April, 2018

Intergalactic space travellers are landing in Tallaght next week New Arrivals

Intergalactic space travellers are landing in Tallaght next week

Apr 28th 2018, 12:00 PM 13,284 Views 16 Comments

The aliens will help local children to learn more about life in the area.

Family - Wednesday 25 April, 2018

WhatsApp bans under 16s from using its app in Europe New Data Rules

WhatsApp bans under 16s from using its app in Europe

Apr 25th 2018, 8:04 AM 30,060 Views 30 Comments

The previous minimum age was 13 years old.

Family - Monday 23 April, 2018

Most Irish people won't be watching the royal wedding (so they say anyway) Them Across The Water

Most Irish people won't be watching the royal wedding (so they say anyway)

Apr 23rd 2018, 11:35 PM 32,437 Views 80 Comments

The wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle takes place on 19 May.

It costs €50 more per week to raise a teenager than it does a primary school child Growing Pains

It costs €50 more per week to raise a teenager than it does a primary school child

Apr 23rd 2018, 8:22 AM 12,629 Views 51 Comments

The Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice is calling for a weekly increase of €5 to social welfare supports for Irish children.

It's Active School Week and students are being encouraged to get out and try new activities Health

It's Active School Week and students are being encouraged to get out and try new activities

Apr 23rd 2018, 6:10 AM 6,529 Views 11 Comments

“We’re aiming to get everyone moving, and that’s particularly important for children.”

Family - Sunday 22 April, 2018

Column: 'Don’t judge a commuting parent. Smile at that noisy toddler' Parenting

Column: 'Don’t judge a commuting parent. Smile at that noisy toddler'

Apr 22nd 2018, 7:30 PM 31,704 Views 44 Comments

I sound begrudging but the harsh looks and disapproving glances made me angry, writes Geraldine Walsh.

'People with disabilities are represented as one-dimensional, that they're happy all the time' All About Dis

'People with disabilities are represented as one-dimensional, that they're happy all the time'

Apr 22nd 2018, 6:30 PM 14,590 Views 5 Comments

A new podcast is giving people with disabilities a platform to share their stories.

'Mothers are afraid to say they're struggling because they're afraid they'll be judged' Paint Your Bump

'Mothers are afraid to say they're struggling because they're afraid they'll be judged'

Apr 22nd 2018, 10:30 AM 22,703 Views 32 Comments

The Paint Your Bump campaign is running next week to encourage women to speak about the difficulties of motherhood.

Sitdown Sunday: Doctors told her she was 'just fat' - she actually had cancer 7 Deadly Reads

Sitdown Sunday: Doctors told her she was 'just fat' - she actually had cancer

Apr 22nd 2018, 9:00 AM 31,646 Views 11 Comments

Grab a comfy chair and sit back with some of the week’s best longreads.

Family - Wednesday 18 April, 2018

A third of calls made to St Vincent De Paul are from people struggling to afford food Food Poverty

A third of calls made to St Vincent De Paul are from people struggling to afford food

Apr 18th 2018, 2:57 PM 9,847 Views 53 Comments

One in 11 people in Ireland are estimated to experience food poverty.

Family - Sunday 15 April, 2018

These stunning far-flung photos are up for the National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Snaps This post contains images

These stunning far-flung photos are up for the National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year

Apr 15th 2018, 6:30 PM 25,874 Views 16 Comments

Entries are still being accepted.

Dublin is to turn into Musictown this month - here are the highlights Musictown

Dublin is to turn into Musictown this month - here are the highlights

Apr 15th 2018, 1:00 PM 14,410 Views 5 Comments

We’ve taken a look at the line-up.

Family - Friday 13 April, 2018

'She was just so ill, it was horrible to see my child like that' 65 Roses Day

'She was just so ill, it was horrible to see my child like that'

Apr 13th 2018, 6:15 AM 17,169 Views 5 Comments

Darcy Grainger is one of about 1,300 people in Ireland who have cystic fibrosis.

Family - Thursday 12 April, 2018

Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend? Cinema This post contains a poll

Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend?

Apr 12th 2018, 8:30 PM 20,024 Views 15 Comments

What’s a must-watch, and what’s a miss? We tell you.

Family - Wednesday 11 April, 2018

'I wanted to humanise this image we have of lads from disadvantaged communities' Michael Inside

'I wanted to humanise this image we have of lads from disadvantaged communities'

Apr 11th 2018, 7:00 PM 24,889 Views 22 Comments

The Irish film explores the impact of prison on a young teenager, and was inspired by real-life stories.

Family - Tuesday 10 April, 2018

D4 accents: 'Yes, kids speak differently from their parents. But why should this be a bad thing?' Column

D4 accents: 'Yes, kids speak differently from their parents. But why should this be a bad thing?'

Apr 10th 2018, 7:00 AM 7,135 Views 120 Comments

Using elements of D4 speech does not necessarily mean rejecting the region you come from, writes Prof Vera Regan.

Family - Monday 9 April, 2018

Doctors want to bring in alcohol tests for pregnant women Intervention

Doctors want to bring in alcohol tests for pregnant women

Apr 9th 2018, 4:13 PM 27,746 Views 93 Comments

The aim of the tests would be to reduce instances of foetal alcohol spectrum disorders in Ireland.

Family - Saturday 7 April, 2018

The future of Irish music is playing at Croke Park later this month Youth Music Awards

The future of Irish music is playing at Croke Park later this month

Apr 7th 2018, 10:00 AM 8,553 Views 5 Comments

Recording time in a professional studio and an album release is up for grabs at the Irish Youth Music Awards.

Family - Tuesday 3 April, 2018

Cancer research fellowship launched in memory of author Emma Hannigan Cancer

Cancer research fellowship launched in memory of author Emma Hannigan

Apr 3rd 2018, 12:45 PM 10,132 Views 5 Comments

Emma Hannigan passed away one month ago today.

Family - Saturday 31 March, 2018

'I’ve been that soldier, where people are tutting and rolling their eyes' Life With Autism This post contains videos

'I’ve been that soldier, where people are tutting and rolling their eyes'

Mar 31st 2018, 6:30 PM 28,377 Views 19 Comments

Autism-friendly events are helping families have less stressful experiences at shops and cinemas.

The department of play: How Irish hospitals help children feel calm and safe during their stays Less Stress

The department of play: How Irish hospitals help children feel calm and safe during their stays

Mar 31st 2018, 10:00 AM 8,850 Views 6 Comments

Temple Street and Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin both have designated play specialists to care for the children.

Daniel was on the side of the Trócaire box six years ago - now, he wants to be a doctor New Lives This post contains videos

Daniel was on the side of the Trócaire box six years ago - now, he wants to be a doctor

Mar 31st 2018, 9:15 AM 9,577 Views 3 Comments

Here’s how Irish donations have helped one family get back on their feet.

Remember Myles? A kidney transplant has changed his life Organ Donation

Remember Myles? A kidney transplant has changed his life

Mar 31st 2018, 7:15 AM 8,708 Views 7 Comments

‘Ordinary people get to do extraordinary things.’

Family - Friday 30 March, 2018

One for the weekend: A trip around the historic Beara peninsula Easter Trip

One for the weekend: A trip around the historic Beara peninsula

Mar 30th 2018, 8:00 PM 21,123 Views 13 Comments

Exclusive extract from archaeologist Neil Jackman’s new book about the historical treasures of the Wild Atlantic Way.

Family - Thursday 29 March, 2018

Social media sites should find new ways to verify children's ages - report Oireachtas Committee

Social media sites should find new ways to verify children's ages - report

Mar 29th 2018, 11:40 AM 5,054 Views 20 Comments

Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram gave statements on their security to the Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs.

Researchers find potential genetic link to cot death SIDS

Researchers find potential genetic link to cot death

Mar 29th 2018, 6:15 AM 13,017 Views 2 Comments

Sudden infant death syndrome is the unexpected death of a seemingly healthy child.

Family - Tuesday 27 March, 2018

'Having seen how much my wife went through, it felt so wrong to be heading out the door' Paternity Leave

'Having seen how much my wife went through, it felt so wrong to be heading out the door'

Mar 27th 2018, 7:00 AM 167,153 Views 58 Comments

As a father, I’ve found returning to work after a few days very difficult, writes Eric Nolan.

Family - Monday 26 March, 2018

'We're absolutely blown away': Almost €100k raised for teen left paralysed after Storm Emma accident Jack O'Driscoll

'We're absolutely blown away': Almost €100k raised for teen left paralysed after Storm Emma accident

Mar 26th 2018, 11:53 AM 43,950 Views 22 Comments

Jack O’Driscoll fractured a vertebra in his neck after he fell during Storm Emma.

Family - Sunday 25 March, 2018

Gen Z: We're looked down on by older generations and not given the chance to show who we are' Column

Gen Z: We're looked down on by older generations and not given the chance to show who we are'

Mar 25th 2018, 3:00 PM 26,153 Views 51 Comments

We want to challenge this misconception and change the world for good, writes Keely Jenkinson.

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