Tag: children
Posted on November 27, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Tuesday) said the results of the Growing Up In Ireland survey, which measures, among other things, the level of obesity among Irish children, are worrying and indicate the… Read More
Updated on November 11, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dún Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’ Connor, has highlighted the importance of good nutrition during the first 1,000 days of a child’s life. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor was speaking at a medical symposium in Dublin today titled… Read More
Updated on November 14, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Wednesday) called on parents to fully engage with their children about their internet activity in a bid to ensure their safety online. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor was speaking following… Read More
Updated on November 14, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The best possible nutritional option for a child in the first 1,000 days of their life is breast milk. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Department of Health both recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months… Read More
Updated on July 19, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BTSCFA) helps you meet the cost of uniforms and footwear for children going to school. You (the parent or guardian) must be getting certain social welfare payments or taking part… Read More
Posted on March 7, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The State of the Nations Children’s Report has been published. Compiled by the Dept of Children and Youth Affairs in association with the Central Statistics Office and the Health Promotion Research Centre at National University of Ireland, Galway,… Read More
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Thursday) said that International Women’s Day not only gives us a chance to celebrate women’s social, economic and political achievements, it also presents us with an opportunity to… Read More
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Speaking on the eve of World book Day, Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy and Chair of the FG Committee on Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, said the benefits of reading a bedtime story with a child should be flagged… Read More
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Taking an interest in child’s reading habits at home can improve literacy levels. Commenting on the Growing Up in Ireland – ‘Influences on 9-Year-Olds’ Learning: Home, School and Community’ Report launched yesterday, Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary… Read More
Tag: children
Growing Up In Ireland survey reveals worrying child obesity rates
Posted on November 27, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Tuesday) said the results of the Growing Up In Ireland survey, which measures, among other things, the level of obesity among Irish children, are worrying and indicate the… Read More
Category: News, News Archive Tags: children, Health, obesity
Nutrition during first 1,000 days dictates health for the rest of a child’s life
Updated on November 11, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dún Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’ Connor, has highlighted the importance of good nutrition during the first 1,000 days of a child’s life. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor was speaking at a medical symposium in Dublin today titled… Read More
Category: News, News Archive, Uncategorized Tags: children, nutrition, obesity, pregnancy
Mitchell O’Connor urges parents to engage with children about online activity
Updated on November 14, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Wednesday) called on parents to fully engage with their children about their internet activity in a bid to ensure their safety online. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor was speaking following… Read More
Category: News, News Archive, Uncategorized Tags: children, cyberbullying
Mary Mitchell O’Connor: System is letting down women – and their children
Updated on November 14, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The best possible nutritional option for a child in the first 1,000 days of their life is breast milk. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Department of Health both recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months… Read More
Category: News, News Archive, Uncategorized Tags: Breastfeeding, children, women
2013 Back to School Clothing & Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) Scheme
Updated on July 19, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BTSCFA) helps you meet the cost of uniforms and footwear for children going to school. You (the parent or guardian) must be getting certain social welfare payments or taking part… Read More
Category: News, News Archive Tags: children, Education, schools
State of the Nation’s Children Report
Posted on March 7, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The State of the Nations Children’s Report has been published. Compiled by the Dept of Children and Youth Affairs in association with the Central Statistics Office and the Health Promotion Research Centre at National University of Ireland, Galway,… Read More
Category: News, News Archive Tags: children
International Women’s Day presents opportunity to highlight domestic violence
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Thursday) said that International Women’s Day not only gives us a chance to celebrate women’s social, economic and political achievements, it also presents us with an opportunity to… Read More
Category: Blog, News, News Archive Tags: children, International Women's Day, women
Benefits of bedtime stories should be signalled to parents on World Book Day
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Speaking on the eve of World book Day, Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy and Chair of the FG Committee on Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, said the benefits of reading a bedtime story with a child should be flagged… Read More
Category: Blog, News, News Archive Tags: children, literacy, reading
Growing Up in Ireland Report outlines what teachers have known for years
Updated on August 13, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Taking an interest in child’s reading habits at home can improve literacy levels. Commenting on the Growing Up in Ireland – ‘Influences on 9-Year-Olds’ Learning: Home, School and Community’ Report launched yesterday, Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary… Read More
Category: Blog, News, News Archive Tags: children, literacy, reading
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