Ten ways to boost your child’s self esteem

Thu, May 20, 2010

1. Parents can play a major role in building their children’s self esteem. If you want your child to be positive and confident lead by example. Aim to be a good role model of someone with a positive self image. If you feel inferior and hard done by you transmit this to your child in your comments, attitudes and reluctance to embrace change and challenges.

Paradise in Phi Phi

Thu, May 20, 2010

The beautiful laid back confines of Ko Phi Phi in southern Thailand are a perfect escape for anybody seeking a hedonistic paradise. The islands of Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh retain their traditional escapism; there are no cars or busy roads, so take a short tranquil walk or a local longtail boat from one perfect beach to the next.

Mealtime warfare

Thu, May 13, 2010

The kitchen table is a battleground for many families. Children often refuse to eat the food their parents have prepared. Worse still, the younger ones delight in messing it up.

Maternity looks for summer

Thu, May 13, 2010

If you are newly pregnant, you can feel a little overwhelmed by everything you need for baby and for yourself. Here are some great ideas to help you look and feel good for summer time.

A summer dress is the way to go to look effortlessly stylish this season. This coral dress from Modern Mum is a must and would suit everyone. Use accessories to add a splash of colour. On a chilly day wear it with a blazer or a knee length cardigan. I also chose this cute dress by Mamalicious, available in Born. Team it with sandals for some glamour and add a sun hat.

Maternity looks for summer

Thu, May 13, 2010

If you are newly pregnant, you can feel a little overwhelmed by everything you need for baby and for yourself. Here are some great ideas to help you look and feel good for summer time.

Make a splash at a world record attempt with the Kingfisher Club

Thu, May 13, 2010

Would you like to help set a new Guinness World Record? In an attempt to break the Guinness World Record and build awareness about the vital importance of learning how to swim, Galway’s award winning health and fitness club The Kingfisher, RTE's The Afternoon Show, and the nation’s leading water safety organisations are joining forces to present Ireland’s largest swimming lesson.

Mealtime warfare

Thu, May 13, 2010

The kitchen table is a battleground for many families. Children often refuse to eat the food their parents have prepared. Worse still, the younger ones delight in messing it up.

Maternity looks for summer

Thu, May 13, 2010

If you are newly pregnant, you can feel a little overwhelmed by everything you need for baby and for yourself. Here are some great ideas to help you look and feel good for summer time.

Make a splash at a world record attempt with the Kingfisher Club

Thu, May 13, 2010

Would you like to help set a new Guinness World Record? In an attempt to break the Guinness World Record and build awareness about the vital importance of learning how to swim, Galway’s award winning health and fitness club The Kingfisher, RTE's The Afternoon Show, and the nation’s leading water safety organisations are joining forces to present Ireland’s largest swimming lesson.

Ireland’s largest swimming lesson will take place in the Kingfisher Club, Renmore, on Friday May 21 between 2pm and 6pm. The event will cater for all swim abilities from beginners to advanced with bubble blowing, back floating, and flutter kicking fun!

Shopping tricks to shop for mother of the bride/groom outfit

Thu, May 06, 2010

Whether you're the mother of the bride or the mother of the groom, shopping for an outfit for the day can be stressful. You may not have shopped for an outfit yet so here is where to shop and some shopping tips to get you going.

Pamper those peepers

Thu, May 06, 2010

It is being hailed as the biggest mascara story of 2010. The Falsies from Maybelline New York promises to deliver a false lash look to your own lashes.

Laid back looks for men

Thu, May 06, 2010

Buttoned-up styles for men, so important in last season’s collections, have taken a back seat to be replaced by a more unstructured laid back look this summer.

Waken up tired eyes

Thu, May 06, 2010

Dark circles under the eyes are a telltale sign of being tired. Whether due to working late, a night out or lack of sleep, the eye is one of the first places where tiredness takes its toll.

The magic of mud

Thu, May 06, 2010

If your Bank Holiday weekend was one long party your skin may be showing the signs of little sleep and not enough tender loving care.

Relax and rejuvenate at Annaghdown Seaweed Spa

Thu, May 06, 2010

Annaghdown Seaweed Spa specialises in pampering and relaxing treatments. The spa has put together a range of recession beating packages for parties, weddings, holidays, and special occasions.

Get yourself spruced up at the Laserderm Clinic

Thu, May 06, 2010

Spring is in the air and while the sun is playing hide and seek many of us are busy preening ourselves for the big upcoming summer unveiling and where better to complete this process than at the Laserderm Clinic.

Put your best foot forward with Avon

Thu, May 06, 2010

The first hint of sunshine sees us whip off our tights and boots and go barefoot after the long, cold winter. As summer approaches and holiday plans start to take shape, one of the first priorities is to make sure our feet are fit to be seen.

Shiny, healthy hair in a jar

Thu, May 06, 2010

Put the bounce and body back into your hair with this clever conditioning mask from Yes To Carrots.

Tips for picking the perfect summer day dress

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

The weather is hotting up, and so is the style! Picking the perfect summer day dress can be a little tricky. Summer dresses come in all shapes and sizes, and everyone can expect to find a flattering style among the pieces available in this summer's collection. As we are all looking for a dress that is easy, trendy, and enjoyable, here are my top tips to help you find it.

Want to lose weight and feel great?

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Zest4life is based on Patrick Holford’s Low GL programme. Patrick Holford is a leading nutritional therapist and is the author of some 20 books. Low GL has been tested and is backed by hundreds of scientific papers.

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