Tots to Teens: Fleece socks to keep tiny toes warm
Bagoose welly socks
Wellies help protect children’s feet from Ireland’s near-constant rain, but little ones often complain of the cold when they wear them.
These fleece wellie socks from Ba-goose Children’s Clothing in Cork provide a stylish solution to this problem.
Soft and warm, the outside seam offers additional comfort, and the colourful cuff can be turned over the wellie. They are machine washable, quick-drying, and cost €16.
- Visit bagoose.com for more details.
If you’ve decided that this is the year you and your family practice your , reading more Irish language books is a great way to do this.
by writer Sadhbh Devlin, with illustrations by Anastasia Melnykova, is a good place to start.
It tells the age-old love story of Fionn Mac Cumhaill and his shape-shifting wife Sadhbh, who was once transformed into a deer for refusing to marry against her will.
- Published by Futa Fata, it costs €14.95.
The book delves into the worlds described in the classic children’s stories Alice in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The Wizard of Oz, Heidi, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, A Little Princess, Little Women, and Peter Pan.
Each section is devoted to a different story. It provides a basic plot outline, introduces the characters, and allows readers to step inside the stories.
This is done through detailed illustrations, such as the contents of Sherlock’s deducting bag and a map of Neverland.
It’s fun to read with kids and a work of art that book lovers of all ages will appreciate.
- Available from bookshops, it costs €22.95.
Parents can relax and recharge at an event at the Imperial Hotel in Cork on January 16.
The VIP and Stellar Self-Care Sessions run from 6pm to 9pm.
Speakers include Cork entrepreneur Lisa Jordan, who owns the makeup and haircare brands Luna By Lisa and Edit Row. Jordan will discuss how she balances family, business, and self-care.
Geraldine Jones, the founder of Skin Formulas, will lead a live skincare demonstration and offer expert advice on skincare techniques and products.
Soul coach Georgie Durcan will discuss how we can all achieve our dreams and live with freedom and joy.
That’s not all. Sound therapist Kit Ross will host a session that combines sound bathing, breathwork, and meditation. Refreshments will be served, and everyone will receive a goodie bag with a curated range of wellness products.
- Tickets cost €30 and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.ie
Is your house home to an ever-growing mountain of children’s toys?
If your children have more toys than they need or have outgrown some of the toys they used to love, the Toy Library’s new year event on Sunday, January 19, offers you an opportunity to pass them on to other families.
The event will take place in the Aula Maxima at UCC from 11am to 2pm.
Families can bring up to five toys to the event to donate or swap for others, while those searching for new toys can take home whatever they like.
Any leftover toys will be donated to local charities and libraries.
