It is set to become available to victims in the autumn of this year Victims of domestic violence leave is set to be formally introduced following the publication of regulations setting out the rate of pay and guidance for employers by Women’s Aid. This form of time off was introduced as part of the Work-Life […]

3 years ago

Glenda Gilson has opened up about her family holiday and has gotten real about bringing the kids along. As all of us know, heading off on a summer break with children is never really a break. While the time spent with our children on holiday is wonderful, it mostly consists of planning everything to a […]

3 years ago

A Stormont MLA has appealed to Northern Ireland’s roads service following over 20 crashes outside a family home in Co. Down. The family living there have said they have been left terrified that one of their children or a driver will be killed on the road. They also have published CCTV pictures of the various […]

3 years ago

There’s really nothing worse than bad period cramps, with the shooting pains, sore back and tiredness that come with them. Typically when we’re enduring this, all we want to do is curl up on the couch watching crappy reality TV while we eat our body weight in chocolate. While some people’s periods are worse than […]

3 years ago

The sister of one of the teenage girls who sadly lost her life following a tragic crash in Monaghan this week has paid tribute to the “soul friends”. 17-year-old Kiea McCann and 16-year-old Dlava Mohamed were killed on the way to their Debs ball in Clones on Monday evening and were laid to rest in […]

3 years ago

The Irish Cancer Society is calling for suncream to be made more affordable in Ireland following one skin cancer survivor’s difficult treatment. Research from the Irish Cancer Society shows seven in 10 people believe suncream is too expensive and one in 10 claim they don’t wear it as they can’t afford it. Mum of six […]

3 years ago

Various weather warnings have been issued ahead of the August bank holiday weekend as heavy rain is expected to impact most of the country. Covering most counties, a yellow rain warning has been issued for Connacht and Cavan from 2pm on Friday and lasting until 9am on Saturday. A yellow rain warning will also be […]

3 years ago

Laura Whitmore has explained why she has decided to continue to hide her daughter’s face when posting online. The Bray native welcomed her first child with husband Iain Stirling in 2021 and the presenter has now revealed why she made the decision to keep her child’s face out of the spotlight. Speaking to the Irish […]

3 years ago

Stacey Solomon has shared an update with fans about her family life, revealing her future plans for more children. The 33-year-old has revealed that herself and husband Joe Swash are “struggling to be good parents” to their six children – and have ruled out adding to that for the time being. Taking to Instagram to […]

3 years ago

Equality for Children and the Lesbian Lawyers Network marched in Dublin to protest the rights which have been removed from lesbian mothers in Italy. Joining others in various European cities following a call out by the NGO EL*C (EuroCentral Asian Lesbian* Community), the group marched on the Italian Embassy to stand by Italian mothers on […]

3 years ago

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara has been praising her husband Aljaz Škorjanec for taking care of their newborn daughter as she recovers from a c-section. The professional dancers announced the joyous news on Instagram last week and confirmed they welcomed a baby girl on Friday, July 28th. The famous dancers also confirmed their little […]

3 years ago

A boil water notice has been issued and is in place for around 100,000 households and businesses. The notice is in effect across seven different local authorities following a dispute with water workers. Waterford, Tipperary and Cork are affected by the notices as 17 water treatment plants are being picketed by workers. The strike is […]

3 years ago

A dad has questioned his wife’s antics after discovering she was feeding their children different meals at dinner time. Questioning if it was normal behaviour, the dad wondered if any other parents cater for their children at dinner time. We all know how fussy children can be, but we also all know how busy parents […]

3 years ago

Funeral details have been announced for the first of two teenagers who tragically died following a car crash in Co. Monaghan on Monday. Kiea McCann, 17, and Dlava Mohammed, 16, sadly lost their lives in the accident in Clones, Co. Monaghan as they were making their way to the Debs. The car was travelling to […]

3 years ago

A survey has found that the majority of parents are worried about back-to-school expenses due to the rising cost of living. The survey was carried out by the children’s charity Barnardo’s and the research found that the average cost of a child returning to fourth class is now €320. When it comes to the price […]

3 years ago

The friends of the two teenagers who sadly died following a tragic car crash in Monaghan attempted to save the girls. Best friends Kiea McCann, 17, and Dlava Mohamed, 16, both lost their lives in a crash on the N54 outside Clones in Monaghan on Monday evening as they were travelling to their Debs ball. […]

3 years ago

Following the arrival of her first child in June, Bláthnaid Treacy has shared some insights into life as a new mum. The TV presenter was forced to go on maternity leave early due to discomfort and pain in the last few weeks of her pregnancy and since welcoming her daughter Nancy, she’s definitely got her […]

3 years ago

An urgent recall has been issued for a popular baby carrier following reports of safety concerns. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has issued a recall for baby carriers sold on eBay as they pose a risk of causing serious injuries to babies. In some unfortunate cases, babies may slip or fall out of the […]

3 years ago

Dublin Airport has issued advice for parents who are jetting off with their little ones this summer. Like many families, August is the prime time for heading off on a sun holiday, but the travel there can be a nightmare. Navigating the airport with children is never a pleasant experience, so thankfully Dublin Airport has […]

3 years ago

Concerned parents have set up an action group to warn that children may be forced to travel up to 15 hours each week to school in the upcoming academic year. The Dublin 8 School Action Programme has said that if the Department of Education refuses to allocate more places for students starting secondary school, they […]

3 years ago

Many parents have different views on how to raise a child, from bedtime routines to snack time treats. But one thing they are seriously debating now is pyjamas – and more specifically, how often they need to be changed. Parents have taken to Reddit to share their thoughts on how often you should be changing […]

3 years ago

Whether you’re heading abroad or sticking with a staycation this summer, one thing is for sure – children will find their way to a pool. And with a swimming pool comes a stark warning to parents to remind them of pool safety following a shocking viral video. The clip, published by The Sun, shows a […]

3 years ago

Two teenage girls have sadly been killed following a road crash in Co Monaghan. The incident, which also saw three others injured, occurred on the N54 at Legnakelly near Clones at around 6.45pm yesterday. The girls were aged 16 and 17 and were travelling as passengers in the car. Their bodies have since been taken […]

3 years ago

TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong has been praised after she opened up about her postpartum body and recovery. The Only Way is Essex star candidly spoke about her body only 10 days after she gave birth to her second child. Danielle welcomed her daughter Una earlier this month with husband Tommy Edney, with the couple already […]

3 years ago

Welcoming a child is one of life’s greatest joys but as all current and expectant mothers know, it comes with a major lack of sleep. Nobody can prepare you for the hours of sleep you lose when you are raising a little one, but a new study has shown just how much sleep we actually […]

3 years ago

Hailey Bieber is the latest celebrity whose are convinced she is pregnant with her first child. Hailey has been married to singer Justin Bieber since 2018 and the two are yet to welcome any kids. Justin has previously said he was leaving the decision up to his wife. While the couple appeared to be in […]

3 years ago

End of an era… Eastenders star Shona McGarty has announced she is leaving the BBC soap after 15 years. The 31-year-old has been a fan favourite on the show since she joined that cast in 2008 at only 16. The actress who plays Whitney Dean will reportedly see her final scenes broadcast early next year. […]

3 years ago

Kylie Jenner has finally shared the true reason she named her son Aire, and revealed the meaning behind the name. The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star welcomed her second child last February with ex-boyfriend Travis Scott and announced at the time that they had named him Wolf. The 25-year-old later revealed that she had […]

3 years ago

A huge congrats are in order for Charlotte Dawson who has welcomed her second child with fiancé Matt Sarsfield. The reality star took to Instagram Stories on Sunday to share the brilliant news. She told her 1.3 million followers: “Guys he’s here!!! I can’t believe it!!! I came in at 1am I had him by […]

3 years ago

A nurse has made the heartwarming decision to adopt a premature baby who was left under the care of her hospital for five months without any visitors. Liz Smith from Brighton, Massachusetts adopted her daughter Gisele from the hospital she worked at in an utterly selfless move. According to Boston.com, Liz – who was director […]

3 years ago

A mum has been left furious after she discovered that her toddler had fractured their leg. She believes it happened while he was at nursery but none of the staff picked up on it. Earlier this year, the mum collected her son from nursery in Queensland, Australia at 3:20pm and knew instantly that something was […]

3 years ago

At just 10 years of age, Prince George is said to be “embracing” his role in the royal family and has “stepped up” in his training. During this, it is believed he “might have picked up on” on the rift going on between Prince Harry and his father, Prince William. Royal expert Tessa Dunlop told […]

3 years ago

A teenage girl who went missing without a trace four years ago has been found alive after she walked into a police station in the US. Alicia Navarro vanished from her home in Arizona and has now been found four years later hundreds of miles from where she was last seen. The girl was found […]

3 years ago

One mum has been left fuming after she asked her husband to watch their toddler, only for it to end in a “preventable” accident. Taking to Mumsnet with her problem, the mother revealed that she had asked her husband to watch over their 15-month-old daughter while she did some jobs around the house. It was […]

3 years ago

A second teenage boy has been arrested in connection with the recent serious assault of a US tourist that took place in Dublin city centre. 57-year-old Stephen Termini was taken into intensive care in hospital after an attack on Store Street on July 19th. The incident occurred after the man left his guesthouse accommodation on […]

3 years ago

Legendary Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor has sadly passed away at the age of 56, The Irish Times has reported. The Dublin native had career spanning over three decades, with 10 studio albums and her single Nothing Compares 2 U was named the number one world single in 1990 by the Billboard Music Awards. Earlier this […]

3 years ago

Beloved children’s TV show Bluey is set to be put on a break after three seasons on our screens. The Australian hit TV show, which follows the adventures of Bluey, Bingo, Bandit, and Chili, is set to go on a hiatus. The creators of the show have revealed that they are planning on taking a […]

3 years ago

Whether it is scheduled in advance or in an emergency situation, lots of mums miss out on primal bonding time with their newborn when they are born through a C-Section. Many mums have complained about missing out on skin-to-skin contact when having a C-Section, but it seems a new technique called a MAC could be […]

3 years ago

While most children’s go-to favourite drink is a cola or a milkshake, Kristen Bell has revealed that her nine-year-old daughter has a much different preference. Kristen revealed that her two children, who she shares with husband Dax Shepard, have developed a fondness for the taste of beer – so they drink non-alcoholic brands. While the […]

3 years ago

Dunnes Stores is finally set to open its doors at Dundrum Town Centre this autumn. News broke earlier this year that the store would be coming to the shopping centre and officials have now confirmed a date. The Irish retailer will be opening up in October of this year and will see a wide selection […]

3 years ago

Whenever somebody has a baby, there is always an urge to pay the newborn a visit at the hospital. Since Covid, many of us have changed the way we approach this situation, evening though it’s something ingrained in us. Visiting a mum during hospital hours after she has given birth almost seems traditional, as if […]

3 years ago

Claire Byrne has shared that she was in “shock” for months after discovering that she was expecting her second child. The presenter found out she was pregnant soon after welcoming her first child, and had doubts about welcoming another baby. She admitted that she was never 100% sure she wanted children, but after having her […]

3 years ago

Parents are calling on the Government to fund the opening of creches at the weekend to help those who work outside of the usual Monday to Friday. In a recent survey, six in 10 workers said childcare costs are now unaffordable and found that mothers are more likely to leave the workforce due to this […]

3 years ago

Tusla data shows 19 refugee children have reportedly gone missing from the care of the State within the first six months of 2023. This is the highest level recorded in three years. According to data from the child and family agency, 11 of these children have gone missing in the past month. In 2023 so […]

3 years ago

The HSE has warned that a measles outbreak “could happen in Ireland” as the MMR vaccine uptake falls drastically. The HSE is urging parents to ensure their children are immunised before travelling this summer as the vaccine uptake is now below the level required for herd immunity. Doctors are saying that the public understanding of […]

3 years ago

There has been a fall of 40% in admissions to child psychiatric services as nurses and psychologists call for “urgent” action to be taken. Psychiatric nurses, psychologists, and mental health campaigners are all calling for action due to the continuing shortage of child inpatient psychiatric beds. According to figures given to the Irish Examiner by […]

3 years ago

Eleven people have tragically died after the roof of a school gym collapsed in China. According to state media, the gym at the No 34 Middle School in Qiqihar, Heilongjiang Province collapsed at around 3pm local time yesterday. “A total of 11 people died in the accident,” state broadcaster CCTV said, also adding that there […]

3 years ago

Gemma Atkinson has shared the adorable name she chose for her newborn son, as well as the first pictures of the little tot. The Hollyoaks star announced that she had given birth to her second child with Strictly pro dancer Gorka Marquez on July 19. Welcoming a baby boy, the 38 year old has finally […]

3 years ago

A teenage boy has been arrested following a serious assault on a US tourist in Dublin city centre. The boy is now being held at a garda station in north Dublin and is being detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act. 57 year old Stephen Termini was left with serious injuries after being […]

3 years ago

While we can’t imagine him with any other name, Prince George may have had a different name if plans had gone ahead. But if Kate had gotten her way, we’d all be calling Prince George a much different name as she never had her heart set on it. Like all new parents when expecting their […]

3 years ago