Six things we get wrong about sleep – and how to get better rest, according to experts – The Irish Times

There’s no question that sleep is important for your health. Without enough of it, your risk of developing diseases such as dementia, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes can increase, and you’re more likely to feel irritable and anxious. In pursuit of a perfect night’s rest, some people have tried drinking “sleepy girl mocktails” […]
start with understanding their personality – The Irish Times

From tennis to t’ai chi, camogie to krav maga, there is a bewildering choice of activities for kids. Participating can open up to new skills and opportunities for children, but how many activities should a child do? “Research says five or six is the optimum number of activities, but I don’t think a number is […]