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Maternity leave in Ireland – here’s what you need to know

Maternity leave in Ireland – here’s what you need to know

If you’re expecting or are planning on trying for a baby, you’ll likely be looking into maternity leave and how it works in Ireland. There are lots of misunderstandings when it comes to maternity leave for new mothers in Ireland; from how long you need to be in a job and what pay you’re entitled […]

1 year ago

There could be a neurological reason why we’re bad at saving money

There could be a neurological reason why we’re bad at saving money

Sometimes, things come up during the month that we just can’t plan on. You have good intentions, but then the money that goes into your savings account ends up going on an unexpected doctor’s visit, an expensive playdate, a new washing machine because the last one broke… and God knows what else. By the end […]

8 years ago

The clocks go forward on Mother’s Day so mamas will get even less sleep (groan)

The clocks go forward on Mother’s Day so mamas will get even less sleep (groan)

Daylight savings = sleep havoc for parents. Daylight savings is the practice of advancing clocks during summer months by one hour, so that evening daylight lasts an hour longer, while sacrificing normal sunrise times. The time is once again changing this weekend, but unfortunately it’s not the nice, generous change which leaves you with an […]

10 years ago