Author: madasmemoir
The Struggle for Reliable Childcare in Rural Ireland
Our little ones are starting school soon! Here’s how we’re preparing for the big transition from nursery as working parents in rural Ireland.
International Women’s Day 2025: Hello Beautiful woman
Celebrating International Women’s Day! 🌸 Today, we honour the strength, resilience, and achievements of women worldwide. From parenting to careers, women shape our future every day. Let’s continue to empower, support, and uplift each other. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenEmpowerment
Valentines Day has changed: Dating, Kids and marriage and now..?
Valentine’s Day has changed over the years – from the romantic gestures to cosy takeaway nights. Here’s how love has changed with kids, iit’s the little moments that truly matter.
Finding Hope and Healing in 2025: Navigating Grief Through Faith and Resilience
2025 – this is not how I imagined starting the year. Before Tuesday 7th January, I was focused on blogging about what I was looking forward to in 2025, including new year’s resolutions and fresh goals. But as the evening wound down, I received a phone call that still feels like a bad dream. I…
Christmas in the Irish Countryside: Faith, Family Traditions & Parenting Goals for 2025
Hello friends, first and foremost happy new year to you. I hope you and yours have the best and most blessed 2025. With love, from me and my boys🎉 It’s hard to believe the new year is here and Christmas is already behind us! I’ve always loved Christmas, and for the past few years, our…
Why My Work’s Kids Christmas Party Was the Perfect Christmas Treat
As a working mum, I’ve always felt (and still feel) the tug-of-war between my professional responsibilities and my role at home. Today, however, was such a great reminder that those worlds don’t have to always be at war. My workplace hosted the most amazing kids’ Christmas party, and it was one of the most joyous…
Interracial Couples and Mixed-Race Families: Navigating Love, Culture, and Curiosity
Tips for Raising Mixed-Race Children in a Diverse World In today’s post, I want to talk about a topic that’s deeply personal yet slightly different from my usual focus. Being away from my husband recently, with just me and the kids, made me reflect on the unique curiosity people have about our family dynamic. This…
9 Tips Busy Young Parents Need To Know For Balancing Work And Study
Discover 9 essential tips to help you balance work, study, and raising toddlers. Get practical advice on time management, self-care, and making it all work without feeling overwhelmed.Don’t forget to download your free weekly plan below! “Ever feel like there’s just not enough time in the day?” Balancing work, study, and parenting toddlers is proving…
We Took the Kids on Our Anniversary Trip – Here’s What Happened
“Thinking about traveling with kids on your anniversary? Discover how our family getaway turned into the perfect celebration with hardly any drama!” We Took the Kids on Our Anniversary Trip – Here’s What Happened Having a routine is good, but let’s be honest – when life becomes a constant loop of work, chores, and parenting,…
I Passed My Driving Test In Ireland… After Four Attempts! (Mum-edition)
I Passed My Driving Test In Ireland… After Four Attempts! (Mum-edition) 🎶 Four. Is the magic number. After months of nail-biting nerves, countless driving lessons and enough mock tests to write my own guidebook, I finally passed my driving test! It took me four attempts, but who’s counting? (Me. Definitely me!) The moment the examiner…
