Maria McCormack also ran in the local elections earlier this year.
The Dail needs a champion for carers and children with special needs according Laois general election candidate if elected.
Maria McCormack is running as Sinn Féin's candidate in the electoral area after running in June's local elections.
Housing and healthcare are also priorities for her if elected to Government.
Ms McCormack says her own experience as a mother will shape her policy: