Lifestart Supporting Parents

31/08/2026

💫Play for Growth Programme💫
Who is the Play for Growth Programme for:
Parents of pre-school aged children
And
Their pre-school aged child/children: children who have turned 2 years and 8 months of age by 31 August, and who are not older than 5 years and 6 months on or before 30 June.
Each session includes:
30 minute Parent Learning Session: Practical and accessible introduction to weekly topic’s, using real-life examples and simple ideas families can immediately use at home.
30 minute Parent and Child Play Experience: Learning continues when parents join their children in carefully designed play experiences linked to the session.
Children will engage with the play environment while parents participate in the initial learning session.
❗️LIMITED SPACES REMAINING. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL❗️
Terms and conditions apply. For more information email [email protected]

💫Play for Growth Programme💫

Who is the Play for Growth Programme for:

Parents of pre-school aged children
And
Their pre-school aged child/children: children who have turned 2 years and 8 months of age by 31 August, and who are not older than 5 years and 6 months on or before 30 June.

Each session includes:

30 minute Parent Learning Session: Practical and accessible introduction to weekly topic’s, using real-life examples and simple ideas families can immediately use at home.

30 minute Parent and Child Play Experience: Learning continues when parents join their children in carefully designed play experiences linked to the session.

Children will engage with the play environment while parents participate in the initial learning session.

❗️LIMITED SPACES REMAINING. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL❗️

Terms and conditions apply. For more information email [email protected]

Leitrim County Library Sligo Leitrim CYPSC Child and Family Agency - Tusla Leitrim County Council

27/08/2026

"Take the fuss out of fussy eating" is a free 60 minute Zoom webinar for parents, run by HSE Dietitians from North Dublin.

Learn more and register

26/08/2026

Dublin City University (DCU) are conducting a research study titled 'Restful Nights, Happy Days', looking at first-time parents experiences of sleep.

Sleep is one of the biggest challenges new parents face, yet many parents report feeling unprepared for the reality and impact of sleep changes after their baby is born.

Dublin City University are inviting expectant first-time mothers and fathers to take part in a pilot of a new online sleep and wellbeing workshop. The workshop aims to prepare first-time parents for changes in infant and parental sleep, while providing practical strategies to support parental sleep and wellbeing during the transition to parenthood.

This project is being led by Dr Anna Donnla O'Hagan and has received full ethical clearance from the Research Ethics Committee at DCU.

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26/08/2026

Parents Plus Additional Needs Programme✨
📍Mohill FSC are planning on running a Parents Plus Additional Needs programme in September inclusive of children who are diagnosed or who may be waiting on a diagnosis.
We would like to hear parents thoughts and interests on times that would suit their family lives to run this programme, please if you are interested in this programme take a few minutes to fill our the Survey Monkey below. Your feedback is very much appreciated

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25/08/2026

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we explore the transition to primary school and how families can support children as they prepare for this important milestone. Our guest shares practical advice on managing anxiety, separation worries and the emotional aspects of starting school. The conversation also covers practical preparations such as uniforms, school bags and lunchboxes, as well as important health topics including vaccinations, hygiene habits and when children should stay home when unwell. Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4gcEPYU

24/08/2026

Solid Start Programme - Weaning Class Introducing Solids to your Baby.

19/08/2026

Circles of Security Parenting Programme. Starting in September. Please see details to book. Leitrim area.

13/08/2026

Referrals are now being taken for a place on the TLC Kidz programme in Carrick on Shannon in September.
This programme is for children aged 5-18 years old who has experiences and witnessed domestic violence.
Please email [email protected] for referral form and see flyer below for more information

12/08/2026

The Importance Parents' Roles In Child Development
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12/08/2026

The closing date for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is September 30th 2026.

The closing date for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is September 30th 2026.

More information on how to apply can be found here: https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/social-welfare/families-and-children/back-to-school-clothing-and-footwear-allowance/

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance team can be contacted on these phone numbers:

Ph: 0818 111113
Ph: 071 91 93318

Or at this email address: [email protected]

Or the Intreo Office in Sligo can provide in-person information and help on how to apply at this location: Government Offices, Cranmore Road, Sligo, Co Sligo, F91 V83R

Their opening hours are:
Monday: 9:15am - 5pm
Tuesday: 9:15am - 5pm
Wednesday: 9:15am - 5pm
Thursday: 10:30am - 5pm
Friday: 9:15am - 4:30pm