Problems that might seem like small things can be a big deal for little minds. That's where grandparents are especially useful, with advice, companionship and a listening ear.
In Castlebar this afternoon, wobbly teeth, dinosaur fossils and ice cream flavours were among the topics of conversation, when one grandfather caught up with his four grandchildren, for the first time in almost three months.
Ernie Sweeney turned 70 just two days before the Government advised older people to 'cocoon', to shield themselves from the threat of Covid-19.
It put a halt to his regular outings with his grandchildren and a range of activities they're used to undertaking together. Since late March he’s been using video calls to stay in touch with 11-year-old