Two ingredients and only takes about 20 minutes to make. The nicest thing about Christmas is the different traditions you create over the years. Either for Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve, my family always makes this delicious chocolate dessert. It’s a chocolate Christmas tree that is ridiculously easy to make, but looks so effective. The recipe […]

7 years ago

Here’s how to get into a bit of a health kick for 2019 – without going to extremes. With the new year almost upon us, it can often feel like we’re bombarded with messages about “diet this” and “weight loss” that, but quick fixes can never compare to sustainable change. Deliciously Ella often gets asked […]

7 years ago

Take the new year by storm! We’re at the very tail end of 2018 and as most of us lead hectic lives, it’s always good to consider how we can better organise our schedules, avoid forgetting important dates and generally feel a bit less stressed. Mums, with so much to keep in mind, it’s always […]

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It was a lovely gesture. Everyone’s favourite lady, Stacey Solomon recently took to Instagram to share a family Christmas picture. The Loose Women panellist and former X-Factor contestant was surrounded by a gang of 14 people, including her two boys and current boyfriend, Joe Swash. Most of her family and extended family were in comfy PJs and […]

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The study was conducted on over 3,000 UK families. There have been innumerable studies done on familial links when it comes to mental health, but new research is highlighting a fascinating theory. The father-daughter bond is a strong one in a lot of families and one study is now suggesting that the mental health of fathers […]

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The actor said he felt sad, angry and confused. Although it’s a lovely time of year for many people, Christmas can also be a sad reminder of those no longer with us. The absence of a loved one can feel particularly more poignant at a time of year that is centred on family and friends. […]

7 years ago

If you’re down south over the festive period, make sure to take a stroll in one of these locations. With the indulgence of Christmas Day behind us, it’s often so lovely around this time of year to wrap up and take the whole family on a walk. Nothing beats donning the winter woollies, packing a […]

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It’s a day for family, and relaxation and definitely no stress! The most wonderful day of the year is finally upon us. While it can get a little hectic with the kid’s excitement and trying to get dinner sorted, we say embrace the madness! Christmas doesn’t have to be picture perfect, it should just be a […]

7 years ago

It has raving reviews. Anyone who has suffered from eczema will know it’s an uncomfortable condition to contend with. Particularly for children, it can be a common skin ailment affecting 1 in 5 kids. A number of parents are now labelling Lush Cosmetics Dream Cream as well, precisely that, as a treatment for the condition. […]

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It was the ultimate fashion fail. I think we can all agree that there’s nothing like wearing a hideous Christmas jumper to shindigs around this time of year. The more garish, the better. But like, we don’t want to be the only ones looking completely daft. It only works if the group collectively looks stupid. […]

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They’re way more traditional than we would have thought! When it comes to royal traditions, Meghan Markle has disregarded plenty of them. With the royal baby due in spring 2019, we’re all waiting on tenterhooks to see what he or she will be named. As we’ve mentioned before, apparently, those in direct succession to the throne […]

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Not too dressy, not too caj. You know those impromptu nights between Christmas and New years with the last minute drinks with friends or going for a bite to eat and you just don’t know what to wear? Then there are family get-togethers that you want to wear something you’ll be comfortable in, but still look […]

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Molly Jones defied the odds and celebrates her 8th birthday tomorrow. Having a sick child is every parent’s worst nightmare. Winter 2010 had “all the makings of a fairytale Christmas” for Mairéad Jones and her husband Barry who were expecting the birth of their little girl. This elation quickly transcended into absolute tragedy as baby […]

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It divided opinion. Jessica Simpson doesn’t have too long more to go in her pregnancy and as most mums can empathise with, it can often be difficult to know what to wear in the final few months. You’re probably uncomfortable, your bump is growing and energy levels might be low, so comfort is key. The […]

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The new social housing development was officially opened in Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow on Tuesday. For 20 families, a real Christmas miracle happened earlier this week as they were presented with keys to their new homes. The Avondale Heights development consists of eight one-bed, 10 two-bed and two three-bed homes and the properties were ready for the […]

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Here is how to tell if the animal is distressed. With Christmas just around the corner, it can be tempting to dress your dog up in a festive costume. While pet owner’s intentions are good, often animals can become quite distressed in clothing. Celebrities have been seen doing it, YouTubers like Jenna Marbles have done […]

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The TV personality attended the Mary Poppins Returns premiere with her three kids. The sequel to the 1964 cult film is set to hit cinemas nationwide tomorrow and like most people, we can’t wait. The original film was way ahead of its time and has retained its popularity over the years. The sequel sees Emily Blunt take […]

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Daniel proposed to his girlfriend Lily on last night’s episode of the show. Lots of people, myself included, take umbrage at the title of the popular Channel 4 show The Undateables but its primary aim, bringing people together is an admirable one. The show follows a range of people on dates who have long-term conditions, including disabilities, […]

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The actor was doing charity work in Haiti when dropped into a local school to help them out with their Christmas play. In a heartwarming video released by the charity Mary’s Meals on Twitter today, 49-year-old Gerard Butler talked about his directorial debut. The gig was a very prestigious one – a nativity play in the […]

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It’s baby Ellie’s first Christmas. Operation Transformation host, Kathryn Thomas gave birth to her first child, baby Ellie back in March of this year. Ellie McLoughlin was born on Friday, March 23 at 10.02am and Kathryn took to Instagram at the time to say she is “the most perfect thing I’ve ever seen.” Since then we’ve […]

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The actress gave birth to her daughter Rani Rose two and a half months ago. Pregnancy significantly changes your body and there’s no escaping that fact. While some people lose the “baby weight” quickly, other women take a bit more time. There are so many different factors that can affect this from age to body […]

7 years ago

The complainant seemed to think the Christmas decorations weren’t appropriate for the time of year. The best thing about Christmas decorations is that every house looks different. Some opt for subtle wreaths and other little bits while others go whole hog and don every square inch with inflatable Santas, fake snow and candy canes. But […]

7 years ago

If you don’t tend to a real Christmas tree, it could become a fire hazard. For many people, the Christmas tree is one of the best parts of the festive season. It’s the pièce de résistance in most households and everyone has their own personal preferences on how to decorate it. Some go for a colour […]

7 years ago

The former DWTS winner revealed the news on social media. Huge congratulations are in order for former GAA All-Star, Aidan O’Mahony and his wife Denise Healy who just announced they are expecting their second baby. The 38-year-old revealed the happy news on social media yesterday in a snap that features Aidan cradling his wife’s baby […]

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It’s a pretty unconventional method of inducing labour! Everyone knows, no matter how detailed and organised you are when it comes to putting together a birth plan, labour is an unpredictable process and anything can happen. It’s probably every mum’s worst nightmare being en route to the hospital or commuting home if you’ve decided on […]

7 years ago

The cancer survivor has campaigned to make Pembrolizumab, the drug that was beneficial in her treatment, readily available to cervical cancer sufferers. She described it as “the best Christmas present she could receive” as after extensive campaigning, Vicky Phelan has secured assurance from Minister for Health Simon Harris that the drug she used to treat her cervical […]

7 years ago

Most had complete meltdowns. Fornite will be a video game a lot of parents are familiar with. It was developed in 2017 and since then has attained widespread popularity with 12+ age set. It’s where “the floss” dance craze originated and now a plethora of merchandise from the game like figurines and even a Fortnite Monopoly […]

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It’s the news we’ve all been waiting for. As avid Strictly Come Dancing fans will have seen, YouTuber Joe Sugg and his dance partner Dianne Buswell have become closer and closer as the weeks went on. The two had great banter on social media and when Dianne split from her boyfriend Anthony Quinlan earlier in the series, […]

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Nothing gets us as much as a heartwarming story with an old person. Look, we’re absolute suckers for anything related to an elderly person. Old People’s Home for Four-Year-Olds, gone. Old person eating alone, gone. Old man in Up, GONE! via GIPHY We can’t quite put our finger on why, it could their fragility, the […]

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The mum to be has kept it very real throughout her pregnancy. Probably the most clichéd expression when talking about pregnant women is to describe them as “glowing”. While this indeed may be the case for a lot of women, there is also a significant number of ladies who are ill during their pregnancies. As […]

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The royals traditionally go hunting the day after Christmas. It’s traditional in the royal family to have a boxing day shoot where the men hunt foxes, deer and hare, but ever since Prince Harry began dating Meghan Markle it’s been a source of contention. The hunt takes place every year the day after Christmas on the royal’s Sandringham […]

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This Christmas, St. Vincent de Paul is receiving an average of 1,000 calls a day from people seeking help. SVP offers direct, personal assistance that is non-judgemental and based on the need of the individual or family. In addition, they provide a wide range of services for vulnerable people through local offices, shops, resource centres, […]

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Children can also bring their assistant dogs along on the night. Fantastic news has emerged today that The Helix will host a sensory friendly version of this year’s panto, Robin Hood.  The performance will take place on Tuesday 18 December at 7 pm and will include softer and brighter lighting, with no sudden noises or bangs. In […]

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It was over a bizarre reason. They seem like they get on very well these days, but apparently, the Queen had her reservations about William proposing to Kate. In 2010 the couple announced the happy news that they were to be married. At the press conference announcing the engagement, the media went wild and William […]

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Actress Helen George, who plays Trixie Franklin, was on This Morning earlier today to chat about the new series. During Helen’s interview on the popular breakfast show, she chatted about new additions to the cast, in particular, that of Miriam Margolyes. Before securing the gig, Miriam was an avid fan of Call the Midwife and in […]

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Almost 1,000 incidents were reported on Luas trams between January and the end of October. A study undertaken by Transdev Ireland, the company which operates Luas, has conducted a report on crime and antisocial behaviour aboard the light rail facility. The company monitored things like pick-pocketing, racial slurs and threats to staff and commuters and compared incident […]

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The South, Southeast and Southwest counties are due to experience very wet weather. Coats on and brollies at the ready if you have to be outside this evening in Cork, Kerry or Waterford as Met Eireann has issued a weather warning. A status yellow will come into effect from 6 pm today until 6 pm tomorrow. Status yellow […]

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The Duchess of Cambridge visited Evelina Children’s Hospital with Prince William. Kate Middleton was just named Patron of the London children’s hospital. The Duchess paid a visit to the hospital yesterday where she fully immersed herself in activities with the children and made a great impact. Evelina London cares for children and young people from […]

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The Youtuber gave birth to her son yesterday. Colleen Ballinger, known for her alter-ego Miranda, announced the birth of her first child yesterday. She has since just shared the first picture of her son and it’s adorable. The black and white aerial snap shows Colleen doing skin-to-skin with her newborn and the new mum has been […]

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A lot of screen time could negatively impact children’s cognitive function. If you’re a parent in the twenty-first century, you’ll know it’s near impossible to prise kids away from digital devices. While in small doses they are pretty harmless, excess screen time could have negative ramifications on children’s health, one study suggests. Researchers are now noticing […]

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The new mum spoke about her first experience of mum-guilt. The latest Keeping Up With The Kardashians episode is documenting Khloe’s first experiences of motherhood. It’s been a rollercoaster of highs and lows for the 34-year-old who gave birth to her first child, True in May but had to deal with boyfriend Tristan’s infidelity during […]

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Huge congratulations are in order. She only just made the announcement on Twitter but the popular Youtuber, known for her alter-ego Miranda, has just given birth to a baby boy. Colleen tweeted “he’s perfect” along with the heart eyes emoji. This is Colleen’s first child. She is having him with her fiance, actor Erik Stocklin. […]

7 years ago

The Duchess of Sussex presented an award to her wedding dress designer. In a moment that stunned everyone last night, Meghan Markle appeared on stage to present an award at the Fashion Awards in London’s Royal Albert Hall. The Duchess was there to award Clare Waight Keller – the woman responsible for her Givenchy wedding […]

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The mum of two is often praised for giving her followers a true depiction of her life. Louise Pentland, also known as “Sprinkle of Glitter”, is a favourite amongst mums for her accurate representations of motherhood. Louise uploads glamorous curated pictures that show her lovely family, but she also isn’t afraid to include no makeup selfies, […]

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Such a lovely idea and the kids adored it. Children can often be bombarded with presents at Christmas time. While people always mean well, toys, games and clothes can rapidly accrue and there’s often no space left for things except the attic. In particular, most grandparents love to spoil their grandchildren but quality time is […]

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There’s some very quirky ones in there. When it comes to baby names, personal choice is very apparent. Some people love traditional Irish ones like Niamh, Aoife, Aine and Aisling. Others have an affinity for one syllable names or naming babies after previous family members. And then there are the trends, we’ve heard of things like the […]

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It should hopefully speed up the whole process. Getting passports renewed can be a bit of an ordeal, what with organising the relevant documentation and getting to the Garda Station, but good news parents, a new online service could take the stress out of the task. The service is now available to use and has been […]

7 years ago

The new mum posted a video on Instagram explaining the situation. The makeup artist and her husband Leafar Reyes recently welcomed their first child. Kat shared the happy news on Instagram Sunday night, posting a photo of father and son together. The baby’s name, Leafar Von D Reyes, didn’t come as a surprise – Leafar […]

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Some of the children were as young as four and were left in tears. Christmas is particularly special when children are in a household and eagerly awaiting Santa’s visit. The childhood innocence is something a lot of parents want to keep alive for as long as possible and when they choose to break the Santa news, most […]

7 years ago

A statement was issued yesterday on Twitter. Dublin Zoo’s nighttime spectacular, Wild Lights, will not go ahead tonight due to potential bad weather conditions. The Zoo issued a statement on Twitter which informed ticket holders that tonight’s event is cancelled “following a consultation with Met Eireann.” They said the decision was made because of health […]

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