Fun things to do with kids on rainy days (without spending a fortune)

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

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The Wild Atlantic Way is aptly named for those of us living on the West Coast of Ireland. We do get more than our fair share of rain and thinking up ways to amuse the kids on rainy days, without spending a fortune, can be challenging. With 10 kids between us on the Mykidstime team, we want to share some of our fun things to do with kids on rainy days.

Active games the whole family will enjoy

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Many parents have children at different stages and it can be a balancing act to find games to amuse and entertain everyone. We have put together a list of some fun games to entice your older children to participate in games that your toddler can also play. Hopefully these will help keep the peace in your house this Easter break.

Where to find help and support for breastfeeding

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Breastfeeding is a natural way to feed your baby. It gives them all the nutrition they need at the correct temperature and is great for when you are busy and on the go.I breastfed both my children but it is not always easy, especially on your first child. It takes patience, practice and support. Getting support can sometimes make the difference between continuing beyond the first few days or weeks or giving up entirely.

Upskill with a Sage 50 bookkeeping award

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

GPA Solutions is delivering its manual and computerised bookkeeping course to provide learners with good basic knowledge of manual bookkeeping and the practical knowledge of the workings of Sage 50 accounts.

New summer courses with Galway Actors Workshop - early bird discounts before April 19

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Galway Actors Workshop presents a jam-packed programme of workshops in all aspects of theatre and drama for the summer term, and, for this week only, special early bird discounts are available to those who book before April 19.

Bone broth - nourishing traditions

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

By Nutritionist and College of Naturopathic Medicine graduate, Jacqueline Ryan

Spend family time at The Ardilaun this Easter

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

The Ardilaun is always a good choice for wining, dining, and pampering during the Easter period with a choice of lunch options, afternoon tea, and Avalon Beauty indulgence packages available at the hotel in leafy Taylor’s Hill. Being a family owned Galway hotel, The Ardilaun is a venue of choice for spending much needed catch up time with family and friends.

Dining at Clayton Hotel, Galway

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Tribes Restaurant is located in the Clayton Hotel Galway. Loved by both local residents and corporate clients, Tribes Restaurant has become a popular spot for family celebrations and romantic evening meals. There is also ample space for groups and parties of up to 150 people. The restaurant caters for family celebrations including christenings, Communions, confirmations, and birthday parties.

Let the experts at Right Price Tiles and Wood Flooring make your home beautiful

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Right Prices Tiles and Wood Flooring, in the Oranmore Business Park, has a 7,500 square feet showroom and warehouse offering customers an increasing range of laminate flooring.

The store is located behind the Maldron Hotel at the Oranmore roundabout. There is no need to battle the traffic of the city centre, simply pull in, enjoy ample free parking at the front of the building, browse to your heart's content, pick out your choices, load up, and go home satisfied. It is as simple as that.

Crown Decorating Centre Galway has moved

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Crown Decorating Centre has been synonymous with supplying quality paints to the people of Galway and its surrounds for more than 35 years.

Tile store in Oranmore – Spellman TBW really is a one-stop shop

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Spellman Tiles Bathrooms and Wood Flooring in Oranmore invites people to visit its showroom where they can view a wide range of wall and floor tiles, bathroom suites, and shower enclosures as well as a wide range of solid, engineered, and laminate flooring.

If you are renovating or building it can be very daunting, but at Spellman TBW you will find everything under one roof. Why not make an appointment with Sean, who with almost 30 years’ experience in tile and bathroom design can talk you through your plans and work with you to keep within your budget.

Dangan House Garden Centre celebrates forty years

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Dangan House Garden Centre is 40 years old this year. This is the story of how a humble market stall in the Saturday market grew into the successful business it is today.

Natural solutions to irritable bowel syndrome

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

The team at Evergreen Healthfoods get many queries in relation to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). People ask what exactly it is and what they can do to reduce the symptoms naturally. In basic terms, IBS symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating and irregular bowel habits, including alternating diarrhoea and constipation. In some people, irritable bowel syndrome can be a mere mild annoyance, while others can suffer tremendously crippling IBS symptoms on a daily basis.

You may have osteoporosis — a simple test could let you know

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Osteoporosis is a silent disease affecting one in two women and one in four men over the age of 50 in Ireland, although all age groups can be affected.

Combat anxiety and depression with Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

If you have never experienced mental illness, bouts of depression or anxiety can be all too easily dismissed as someone’s bad day. But for those individuals suffering from anxiety, insomnia, crying spells, worry, memory loss, and apathy, depression is a crippling disability.

Choosing a bed that is right for you with Better Bedding

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Many of us will suffer a bout of back pain, and if you are one of the unlucky ones, you will find that the state of your bed will quickly become a priority. A good bed, providing correct support and comfort, has an important role to play in relieving and preventing back pain. Here are a few tips.

Herbal relief for bloating/IBS

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Bloating is a subjective feeling of fullness in your abdomen, not necessarily related to the actual expansion of your waistline or the amount of gas produced. It usually indicates poor digestive function and shortage of friendly bacteria in your bowels.

Did you know that twenty seven people die of a heart attack in Ireland every day?

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Heartwave Cardio Screening is coming to Co Galway and Co Westmeath with the revolutionary Bpro pulse wave analysis device, providing affordable and accurate heart and artery screenings.

Chicago – fly direct from Shannon with United

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Chicago, the windy city, has something for everybody. Numerous hotels and guesthouses catering for all tastes and budgets.

Lord Haw-Haw, the early years

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

In 1915, a short, fair-haired, blue-eyed, boy was sent to the Jes. He later recalled the staff and the pupils as being tough. Latin was supreme and an excitable Latin teacher banged boys’ heads on the radiator. The Jesuits instilled in him a sense of discipline and an acceptance of punishment, and they left him with a love of language — his classmates would note how he used big and strange words — as well as a passion for debate. His uncle Gilbert once remarked, “The boy had a strong tendency to argue with his teachers.”

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