HEALTH Physio Andrew O’Brien on the importance of our big toes and how to keep them in good condition
Nurturing
Whatever makes them happy
MUSINGS In this week’s Dad Diary, Edwin is relieved that the terrible twos have not been so terrible… yet…
Home workers staying at their desks longer
HEALTH Physio Andrew O’Brien on warding off the health impacts of sedentary lifestyles by sneaking activity into your day
The first counselling session
HEALTH You are also deciding on whether the counsellor is right for you, so don’t be afraid to ask questions
Normal People
In this week’s Dad Diary, Edwin’s daughter Frankie returns to school with an excited yelp
Flamin’ hell, give the kids a chance
HEALTH With many teenagers playing multiple sports, the risk of fatigue and injury is real, writes physio Andrew O’Brien
Green and healthy school lunches and snacks
GREEN LIVING McKinley Neal shares some tips on keeping school lunch boxes healthy and eco-friendly
All in it together
MUSINGS In this week’s Dad Diary, Edwin and family go on a staycation in Athlone, where swimming and staircases were a hit
TLC for your ITB
HEALTH Usually a niggle at the outside of the knee translates to a physiotherapist as iliotibial band friction syndrome, writes Andrew O’Brien
What’s in your toolbox?
HEALTH Knowing your own personal mental-health tools will help you to get you through stressful times
Beat the road-trip stiff-back blues
HEALTH Andrew O’Brien on how to avoid driving-related back pain on long car journeys