We pictured idyllic summers, colour schemes, playrooms for the kids. Then we saw the houseMove to the country: Leaving Dublin was the first big decision but as the search starts, other hard choices loomFri Sept 18 2020 - 07:26
So that’s it. We are leaving Dublin behind and moving to the countryThe future we had envisioned for our children no longer exists. That scares usMon Aug 31 2020 - 06:01
Life on two wheels: A beginner’s guide to cyclingWith schools, colleges and some workplaces set to reopen, more of us will be commuting by bike. Here’s how to get startedSat Aug 22 2020 - 06:00
Why are there so many angry dads?About to blow a gasket? Try gentle parenting. It’s worth the effortMon Aug 03 2020 - 06:01
Audiobooks: 35 of the best lockdown listensLatest releases, all-time classics and pandemic parables to keep your ears busy all summerSat Jun 20 2020 - 06:00
Stay-at-home dad: I came into the lockdown as a relatively spry 35-year-old. I am now 72Being cooped up with the kids is almost comically difficult but it will make us better parentsTue Jun 16 2020 - 06:01
The great getaway: Where to stay in Ireland this summerWe all need a break from our enforced break, so pick one of these destinationsSun Jun 14 2020 - 06:00
The best family-friendly films on NetflixFrom Beetlejuice, The Breadwinner and Charlotte’s Web to Matilda and Spirited AwayTue Jun 02 2020 - 05:00
50 of the best podcasts to listen to right nowFrom history and comedy to sport, music and film, now is the perfect time to listen inSat Apr 18 2020 - 05:00
10 hilarious Irish comedy videos to watch on YouTubeAlmost any stand-up set or ancient sketch is available at the click of a mouseMon Mar 30 2020 - 05:00
15 brilliant TV shows you finally have time to watchYou thought you’d never be able to catch up, but now you can. So choose carefullySat Mar 21 2020 - 05:00
Nine children’s TV shows that won’t drive parents insaneOn their own kids gravitate towards most the irritating pile of steaming cack they can findFri Mar 20 2020 - 12:34
‘My son is asking me questions I can’t answer’So many questions posed by a child begin with why, and that’s a beautiful thingWed Mar 11 2020 - 06:01
In praise of walking in video gamesThe animations in RDR2 come as close to real-life walking as any game ever hasMon Feb 24 2020 - 05:00
30 great family holiday destinations in Ireland and abroadForget package holidays and go on a trip you’ll all remember this yearSat Feb 22 2020 - 06:05
Valentine's Day: 10 ideas for a romantic date with a differenceWhether it’s your first or your 51st, these make for a date to rememberSun Feb 09 2020 - 07:00
I don’t want to alarm you, fellow parent, but you are going to lose your mindBeing a stay-at-home parent is the ultimate leveller, so at least you are not aloneThu Jan 30 2020 - 06:01
Family holidays are great, but the journey can be hellIt is a straight road from Dublin to Cork. With two kids, what could go wrong?Mon Jan 27 2020 - 06:00
Do Irish people hate babies? Our irritation with them is embedded in our cultureFor generations a negative attitude towards babies was not only encouraged but essentially State-sanctionedWed Jan 22 2020 - 06:01
Unusual hobbies to take up this year, from beekeeping to baseballChallenge yourself and broaden your horizons in 2020 with these unusual pastimesSat Jan 18 2020 - 06:04
As a parent, should I still be playing video games?Yes they’re unproductive but after a hard day they have the power to reset an addled brainTue Jan 07 2020 - 06:01
Forget socks and jocks: Last-minute Christmas gifts they’ll really thank you forDon't panic - we've got you covered with this list of thoughtful gift ideas for every budgetSat Dec 21 2019 - 06:02
I’ve got a mystery dog poo neighbour who refuses to clean up after their dogEveryone is a suspect in this sustained and concerted attack on the soles of this neighbourhood’s feetTue Dec 03 2019 - 06:01
The best European cities for a winter weekend breakWinter is the most romantic time to visit Paris, and nobody seems to know itTue Nov 19 2019 - 07:00
Why dads cannot be afraid of spidersHow did I go from wanting desperately to own a massive spider to being crippled by fear at the mere sight of them?Tue Nov 19 2019 - 06:01
50 hidden gems Netflix probably won’t recommend for youStruggling to find a decent film with Netflix’s algorithm? This selection won’t disappointSat Nov 16 2019 - 06:00
The best places in the world to ring in the New YearSet a giant wooden statue on fire in Bologna, watch fireworks in Sydney or join a massive street party in EdinburghTue Nov 12 2019 - 07:02
30 of the funniest, weirdest, scariest, loveliest short films – and all free to watch onlineLook out for Martin Scorsese, Michel Gondry, Owen Wilson, Brendan Gleeson, Vin Diesel...Sat Nov 02 2019 - 06:00
That stay-at-home dad joke isn’t funny anymoreFrom Mr Mom to Mrs Doubtfire, these films are all based on the same joke: men taking care of children is funnyThu Oct 31 2019 - 06:01
Sun to ski: 60 great places to holiday this winterFrom Christmas markets to once-in-a-lifetime adventures, we’ve rounded up the best destinations to get you through the seasonSat Oct 12 2019 - 06:05
‘After I became a dad, unsolicited baloney became the norm’Once a second child enters the equation people forget how hard it was to raise just oneWed Sept 25 2019 - 06:01
Need a break? Leave the kids behind for an adults-only getawayIt’s time to spoil yourself, so we’ve selected a range of tempting destinationsSun Sept 08 2019 - 06:05
Which complaint will I use today?Competitive complaining is a national sport; problem is we are too good at itFri Aug 30 2019 - 06:01
The secret loneliness of a stay-at-home dadWhen I’d tell people what I did for a living, the silence that followed made me feel I was operating on the fringes of societyTue Aug 13 2019 - 06:01
50 great audiobooks to listen to this summerFrom funny to fascinating to tear-jerking, these are perfect by the pool or on a journeySat Aug 03 2019 - 05:00
16 museums to inspire young minds this summerSpend a day dressing up as Normans, looking at the galaxy or playing games about climateMon Jul 01 2019 - 06:00
16 super summer outdoor adventures for familiesGet outdoors and try something new, from cycling and hiking to handling birds of preyMon Jun 17 2019 - 06:00
50 great family days out in IrelandThere’s something to suit all ages, interests, locations and budgets in our ultimate guideSat Jun 01 2019 - 06:05
50 amazing places to stay around IrelandSea, city or wilderness, and for history lovers, romance, families or groupsSat Apr 20 2019 - 06:00
Planning a move to the Middle East? Here’s everything you need to knowTax-free salaries are a huge draw, and there’s plenty of work from teaching to constructionTue Aug 21 2018 - 07:00
Planning a move to New Zealand? Here’s everything you need to knowTemperate climate and lush scenery make it an attractive alternative to AustraliaMon Jul 23 2018 - 06:15
Planning a move to Australia? Here’s everything you need to knowAll the info you need on visas, jobs, schools, healthcare, insurance and moreThu Jul 05 2018 - 10:31
Planning a move to Canada? Here’s everything you need to knowAll the info you need on visas, jobs, schools, healthcare, insurance and moreTue Jun 26 2018 - 17:48
