Hello from Portlaoise Library,
As part of the Parenting Support Programme, Portlaoise Library is delighted to host a series of free parenting talks this October and November. These events are open to all parents, caregivers, teachers, and anyone working with children and young people.
Portlaoise Library Events:
- Breastfeeding: Health & Supports (Wednesday, October 8th at 11:30am) – Practical tips and advice for expecting/new mums, covering benefits of breastfeeding, getting started, and overcoming challenges.
- Burnout (Thursday, October 9th at 6pm) – Recognising the signs and symptoms of burnout for you and your family, with tips to improve wellbeing.
- From Birth to Five (Monday, October 13th at 10am) – Supporting children aged 0–5: milestones, developmental delays, emotional regulation, secure attachment, and parenting strategies.
- Anxiety, Technology and Teenagers ( Wednesday, November 12th at 6pm) – Helping parents create happier homes, set healthy boundaries, and support children’s resilience in a digital world.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mt5aw4xh
Attendance is free of charge, and we’d love if you could share this information with all those you think may be interested.
For the full Parenting Support Programme across Laois and Offaly, please see the full schedule here: https://laois.ie/newsroom/2025/laois-offaly-parenting-support-programme