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How to avoid sleep mistakes in lockdown

The stress of the pandemic, working from home or not working at all could be affecting your night's rest.

Fitness influencers on how to make lockdown workouts more fun

There's nothing worse than doing the same workout day-in, day-out, with no end in sight – so we asked fitness pros for their advice. By Liz Connor.

living • 09 Feb 21

8 Irish restaurants offering Valentine's Day experiences

Treat yourself to something delicious and feel good that you're supporting Irish restaurants.

Food • 07 Feb 21

How to celebrate Valentine's Day while away from your partner

Many of us will be spending Valentine's Day away from our Valentines this year, but there are lots of ways to show them how much you love them.

living • 11 Feb 21

Tips to help keep your child on track with homeschooling

As research shows many children are starting to lose their focus on homeschooling, education experts suggest ways to keep them motivated.

living • 28 Jan 21

Everything you need to know about cutting your hair at home

If isolation means your locks are already out of control, it might be time to take matters into your own hands, says Prudence Wade.

living • 17 Jan 21

The internet's best ideas for pandemic dating

If meeting up IRL is out of the question, you can still have plenty of fun virtually.

living • 22 Jan 21

How to manage bad dreams and get enough sleep in lockdown

From bad dreams to just not getting enough, here's what you need to know when it comes to sleeping during lockdown.

living • 21 Jan 21

Empathise, listen and don't rush to "fix". Photo: Getty

How to help children and teenagers adjust to restictions

Clinical psychologist David Coleman shares his advice on how to help children and teenagers adjust to the 'next normal': the changes, the losses and the uncertainty.

living • 19 Jan 21

Hairdressers reveal the hair mistakes to avoid during lockdown

Taking your hair into your own hands is a risky business, says Katie Wright.

living • 19 Jan 21

How to support family and friends who are struggling in lockdown

Sharing your own concerns, chatting and cheering loved ones up with films and dancing are some of the expert tips from a consultant psychologist.

living • 16 Jan 21

How to keep dyed hair looking fresh at home

Maintain your colour until you can finally get back to your hairdresser.

Beauty • 06 Jan 21

Eoin McGee's tips for being good with money during a pandemic

Now, more than ever, financial advice, planning and knowhow are vital, and Eoin is sharing his expert tips.

living • 07 Jan 21

Stretches to do when working from home

Breaking up the day with simple movements will help boost your mood and loosen up your body.

living • 06 Jan 21

Psychologist Nicole Paulie shares her advice

A psychologist's guide to minding your mental health in lockdown

We spoke with Psychologist Nicole Paulie to find out how we can mind our mental health, get the kids through the holidays, battle 'touch starvation' if living alone, and find routine if living with others.

The Next Normal • 26 Jan 21

How to care for your nails in lockdown

Say it with us now: "Don't pick off your gel polish and don't pop off your extension."

Fashion • 05 Jan 21

A psychologist's guide to coping with a COVID Christmas

Niamh Delmar is a Counselling Psychologist and Mental Health Freelance writer. Here, she shares her advice for

living • 11 Dec 20

Anxiety: "It's been a particularly difficult time for new mums"

According to Dr. Niamh Lynch, Paediatrician at the Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, babies are showing signs of anxiety, due to Covid-related stress levels in mothers during pregnancy and beyond.

living • 28 Nov 20

How to navigate the psychological hazards of a pandemic

Counselling Psychologist Niamh Delmar shares her advice for surfing the second wave of COVID-19.

living • 26 Aug 22

A resilience coach's guide to getting through pandemic fatigue. Photo: Getty

Pandemic fatigue: "None of us have a chance to reset"

Pandemic fatigue is what experts are now calling the heavy weariness many feel as the months in lockdown roll on, a "combination of mental, physical and emotional exhaustion".

living • 22 Mar 21

World Kindness Day: How to be kind in a socially distanced world

Just because we're staying physically apart from each other, doesn't mean we can't bring out the best in ourselves.

living • 13 Nov 20

What to do if your nails, waxing or botox needs topping up now

When our usual routines are drastically disrupted, having something comforting and familiar to get us through becomes more important than ever.

Fashion • 05 Nov 20

The latest episode of You OK? is available now

How to mind your mental health while working through a pandemic

Exploring the changing nature of work with tips on how to create a work culture that is open to people asking for help, strategies for minding mental health when working from home and advice for dealing with the stress of job loss.

living • 02 Nov 20