Cuidiú Kildare & Naas

13/10/2026

Is your little one struggling with confidence, finding their feet in a new setting or navigating big feelings?

We all want our children to feel good about themselves, believe in their own abilities and feel secure in who they are, but sometimes they need a little bit of support in getting there.

Join Cuidiu Meath online, tomorrow evening, the 14th of October at 8pm for Unshakeable – Esteem & Confidence Building with child & adolescent psychotherapist Hayley Rice | Parenting

Hayley, who specialises in play, especially within the child and parent relationship, will be on hand to give practical tools and insights for supporting your child build self-esteem, grow in confidence and develop positive relationships, skills they can carry with them beyond childhood and that we can probably take onboard for our daily lives too!

Where: Online Zoom Event
When: Wednesday 14 October, 8pm
Investment: €5 per person

Book your place at https://ti.to/cuidiu/cuidiu-meath-evening-hayley-rice-14-oct-2026

It Takes A Village To Raise A Parent 💚

07/10/2026

29/06/2026

Looking for breastfeeding support from the comfort of your own home? Our virtual Breastfeeding Support Groups will be running throughout the summer, offering a warm, welcoming space to ask questions, share experiences, and connect with other like-minded parents, from all over the country.

This is a safe, inclusive space, facilitated by Cuidiú’s qualified Breastfeeding Counsellors, for all parents who are breastfeeding, expressing milk, combination-feeding, wherever you are along your journey. Whether you’re pregnant and prepping, navigating challenges, or simply hoping to escape bedtime with the older kids, you’re very welcome.

Meetings are free to attend.
Email [email protected] to register.

We look forward to seeing you there 💚

27/06/2026

This Pride, we celebrate every family, every parent, and every child. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

At Cuidiú, we support parents, hold space for families, and build communities where everyone belongs.

Parenting with compassion, raising children to value kindness and acceptance, and ensuring that every family is welcomed and supported is, in its own way, our act of quiet protest against exclusion.

We stand with our LGBTQ+ parents, children and families, and with everyone working towards a world where every family is welcomed exactly as they are.

However your family is formed, you belong here. 🌈

Happy Pride from all of us at Cuidiú

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

27/06/2026

Did having someone to listen, encourage and reassure make all the difference to your breastfeeding journey? Or maybe you didn’t get that support but wish that you did?

Are you passionate about helping other parents?

If you’re a Cuidiú Family Member, we’d love to invite you to consider training as a Cuidiú Breastfeeding Counsellor this Autumn.

Our Breastfeeding Counsellor Training Course will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide warm, evidence-based, parent-to-parent breastfeeding support. You’ll become part of a wonderful community of volunteers, throughout Ireland, who help families feel heard, supported and empowered, whether that’s over the phone, online or at local support groups.

Being a BFC is an incredibly rewarding way to give back, to make lifelong friends, and to help ensure that no parent has to breastfeed alone.

If you’ve breastfed your own little one for six months or more, and would like to make a difference for other families, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications for our next Breastfeeding Counsellor Training Course are now open.

Get in touch with your local Breastfeeding Support Team for further details 💚

26/06/2026

You’re in the playground with a buggy, baby, toddler, sling, bike, an I-want-to-bring-my-scooter-too, a helmet, leaky water bottle, leaky b***s, pocketful of breadsticks, three actual sticks, sun cream, a handful of dandelions, an empty coffee cup, an acorn and…

the thunder rolls ⛈️

With the weather being as unpredictable as parenting these days, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered ☂️

🏠 As soon as you hear thunder, if you can, head indoors.
🪟 Keep away from windows, glass doors, and skylights.
⏰ Stay inside for 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder.
🔌 Unplug electronics if it’s safe to do so.
🚿 Avoid baths, showers, and using taps.
🚗 If you’re out and about, seek shelter in a building or a fully enclosed vehicle.
🌳 Stay away from tall trees, poles, fences, and metal objects.
👶 Keep little ones close, comfortable and reassured.
📚 Read a story, have a cuddle, or play a quiet game to help ease any worries.
⛈️ Remember the 30/30 Rule: If lightning and thunder are less than 30 seconds apart, take shelter immediately and , if you can, wait 30 minutes after the last thunder before going back outside.
⚡️ Lightning can strike even when rain seems light. When thunder roars, get indoors!
💚 And, most importantly, kids don’t need us to stop the storm, they just need us to be with them through it.

25/06/2026

Join us this morning for support, and much needed shade The Moat Theatre & Café | Naas, Co. Kildare ☀️ Wabee has the iced coffees at the ready!

Pop in at any time - 10am to 12pm ☕️🧊

23/05/2026

Here comes the sun 🤞 A Cuidiú guide for parents & caregivers during warm weather and heatwaves ☀️

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✅ DO:

💧 Offer frequent feeds. Breastfeed or bottle feed more often. Offer toddlers water regularly.

👶🏽 Dress babies lightly. Choose loose, lightweight cotton clothing and a sunhat.

🌳 Stay in the shade. Keep babies and toddlers out of direct sun, especially between 11am - 3pm.

🧴 Use sun protection. For babies over 6 months: apply child-friendly SPF 50 sunscreen to exposed skin.

🛏️ Keep sleep spaces cool. Use light bedding and keep rooms ventilated if possible.

🚿 Cool them down gently. Use lukewarm baths, cool cloths, or damp flannels on neck/arms/legs.

🚗 Check car seats & buggies. Buckles and seats can become dangerously hot in the sun.

👀 Watch for signs of overheating. Flushed skin, rapid breathing, unusual sleepiness, irritability, fewer wet nappies, or dizziness.

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❌ DON’T:

🚫 Don’t cover a buggy/pram with a blanket. This traps heat and reduces airflow, making the inside much hotter.

🚫 Don’t leave children in parked cars even for a minute - temperatures rise dangerously fast.

🚫 Don’t overdress babies. Babies cannot regulate temperature as well as adults.

🚫 Don’t use icy water or ice baths. Sudden cooling can be distressing and unsafe.

🚫 Don’t rely only on fans in extreme heat. Fans alone may not prevent overheating in very high temperatures.

🚫 Don’t forget nighttime heat. Rooms can stay warm overnight - check baby’s chest or back, not hands/feet, to gauge temperature.

🚫 Don’t forget to hydrate yourself too! 💦

22/05/2026

Tiny babies are welcome too 💚

Our Humpty Dumpty playgroup is a lovely space for parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers to meet, chat, and connect - and that absolutely includes even the youngest babies.

You don’t need to wait until your baby is “big enough” to come along. Newborns and little babies benefit from the sights, sounds, and social connection just as much as parents do. It’s also a chance for parents to get out of the house, meet others, and enjoy a warm supportive atmosphere together.

Whether your little one sleeps the whole time, feeds in your arms, or enjoys watching the bigger children play, you are very welcome 💕

Join us this coming Tuesday from 10am to 11.30am

€6 per family
€3 per Cuidiú Family Member families