Birthday parties are a big deal when you have kids and let’s face it, one of the biggest challenges is choosing what cake to go for. (I personally have always been a massive fan of the classic Caterpillar Cake… or any other cake that involves a LOT of chocolate.) In reality, the main thing is […]

11 years ago

Rescue teams have resumed their search for a 7-year-old boy who was reportedly left in a forest “as punishment”. According to CNN, Yamato Tanooka has now been missing for two days after being left in a mountain range, believed to be populated by brown bears, in the north of Japan on Saturday. A spokesman for […]

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Just a few months ago, mum Penny Powell highlighted on Facebook how mould can build up inside the anti-spill guard of a Tommee Tippee sippy cup. At the time, the company said: “We are always very attentive to your feedback, comments, ideas and the way in which the parents use our products and their children […]

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It turns out that men and women have different views when it comes to the decision to divorce. A recent survey – conducted by AVVO and reported on by website sys.com.com – found that almost three quarters of women (73 per cent) don’t regret getting divorced. Just 61 per cent of men felt the same, […]

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We have been following Kimberley Tucci’s story since she found out, five weeks into her pregnancy, that she was actually going to be welcoming quintuplets. Since then, she has had her babies – Allie, Beatrix, Keith, Penelope and Tiffany – and is enjoying (what we’re guessing is an incredibly busy) life. But that, of course, […]

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The internet is going mad for this baby that looks EXACTLY like Gordon Ramsay. We doubt that mum Claire Dempster expected to make headlines when she shared the below snap of her child on Twitter. Spotted by The Telegraph, she tagged Ramsay in the tweet and joked: “@GordonRamsay this is our baba – have you been […]

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You may recognise Madeleine West from when she starred in Neighbours years ago. But this week the mother-of-six sparked some controversy with one of her parenting tips. The 35-year-old wrote a piece for the Daily Mail to promote her new book ‘Six Under Eight’. In it, she disclosed some of her favourite time-saving tips. One […]

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Have you ever heard a name and automatically smiled, or have you ever immediately grimaced at the mention of a particular moniker? Most people have because the names remind them of people they do or don’t like. And now the names most and least likely to make one smile have been revealed. The results stem […]

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Surprisingly, though we have been studying colic for years, it is still a bit of an enigma. No one has yet shown a single cause (or a single cure) for it. About a third of colicky babies will improve on treatment. But it may not be the same treatment and the crying may ease but […]

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Whether you’re having a boy or a girl, we’re hoping that you’ll find an interesting and irresistible baby name in this list.  Why all the alliteration? Well, it’s a list containing our favourite monikers beginning with the letter ‘I.’ As always, we couldn’t possibly include them all so forgive us if we’ve missed a couple, […]

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How does a bottomless wine brunch sound to you? We agree, it sounds absolutely amazing. According to Dublin Live, No. 5 Vinoteca in Dublin is offering one for the Bank Holiday weekend (June 4th between 12.30pm and 4pm). The Spanish wine bar, located on Merrion Row, is charging €50 for four tapas and an open bar […]

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An expert has revealed why the majority of people’s pet names begin with the letter ‘B’. (Think Babe, Beautiful, Buddy, Baby, Boo, Bae, the list goes on…) Well, according to Frank Nuessel, there is an actual reason for this and it’s kind of sweet. The University of Louisville professor told Good Housekeeping that it’s because […]

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Anna Victoria is a fitness expert and has almost one million followers on Instagram. She also tied the knot earlier this month. But it’s not her wedding snaps that have got people talking (although they are gorgeous), it’s her pre-wedding pictures. She uploaded two photographs ahead of her special day that showed off different angles […]

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Peter Andre has never been shy about the fact that he wants more kids with his wife Emily MacDonagh. And now his wish has come true. The pop star, best known for singing Mysterious Girl way back when, has announced that the pair are going to be adding to their brood. He posted a picture […]

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Now that’s it’s officially summer and the supermarket shelves are heaving with fresh produce, it’s the perfect time to throw together some fresh salads and stir-fries for lunch and dinner.  Double the quantities wherever possible and you’ll get lunch from your dinner leftovers – not only is this a great way to save money, it […]

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Everyone dreams of being a millionaire but as you get older, you come to the realisation that other things (like bills, food and kids) get in the way. Don’t worry though because there may still be time to hit that 7-figure sum with the help of this nifty calculator. Created by financial website This Is […]

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Anne Hathaway might be an Oscar-winning actress but she also recently became a mother. The 33-year-old, who welcomed her baby boy eight weeks ago, recently appeared on The Ellen DeGenenes Show and proved that even A-list mums can face issues like body-shaming. She told the host that she’d been to the gym three times since giving […]

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When you’re a parent, it can be hard to squeeze in time to eat never mind exercise. But did you know that you could be burning some serious calories with your everyday tasks? According to the Livestrong website, certain daily activities could actually be giving you a mini workout. That’s not to say that you […]

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Let’s be honest, nobody likes changing nappies. But a company called Hello Angel is hoping to make the process a little more pleasant with their ‘Nappy Notes’ product. Basically these are nappies which, when wet, display a visible message aimed at putting a smile on parents’ faces. The nappies contain the standard wetness indicator strips […]

11 years ago

Nicola McDonnell started her company – Itchy Little Monkeys, which produces items aimed at children suffering with eczema – because of her firsthand experience of dealing with a child with eczema. Nicola’s daughter had eczema all over her body and because the condition can only be managed (as opposed to cured), she developed the company and products […]

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A woman in Georgia has been arrested after police claimed she sat on her 2-year-old son’s head. According to a number of US publications, Susan Elizabeth Kelley allegedly placed a towel on a wooden chair before placing her son’s head on the towel and sitting on him. The Atlanta Journal Constitution obtained the arrest warrant […]

11 years ago

Nothing beats a good massage but have you heard about the latest trend, vagina massages? That’s right, according to Women’s Health, an increasing number of women are getting professional vagina massages – also known as yoni massages. Here is what we’ve found out about them so far… What is it? Somatic sexologist Isis Phoenix told […]

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A big part of preparing for a new arrival is getting the nursery ready. From the cot to the nappies, there is a lot of preparation to do. And that’s not to mention the actual decoration of the room itself. But after seeing Pippa O’Connor Ormond’s nursery for baby Louis, we thought we’d check out […]

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Donuts are the latest food craze and it seems that people are going to be spoilt for choice with yet another place opening in Dublin. The Rolling Donut has opened a flagship store on Bachelors Walk today which offers a variety of hand-crafted, sourdough donuts. Officially opening new shop tomo morn 10am selling freshest of […]

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We’re so glad you’ve joined us in our mission to get you (and your kids) one per cent healthier every day on our 100 Days To Health programme.  Over the next 100 days, our very own personal trainer and guru Jen Feighery of MindHerBody will inspire us to get real results with an easy-to-follow programme and one key exercise every day […]

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We know we’ve already seen a snap of Pippa O’Connor and Brian Ormond’s new arrival but nothing quite warms the heart like a picture of a doting dad. The model and blogger, who gave birth to son Louis last week, posted a picture of her husband and their new arrival on Instagram. She captioned it: […]

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Food safety and storage was something I was taught in school. We were told things like it’s vital to keep raw and cooked meats away from each other and it’s important to clear out the fridge of spoiled food or items past their ‘Use By’ date. But something I didn’t know was that you shouldn’t […]

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Birth photoshoots are emotional as it is but this one had an added dimension because the woman involved tragically lost her husband just days previously. Janette Desi, from Australia, found out four days prior to the birth of her baby boy that her husband Austin had died in a freak accident. That is why the […]

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A recent survey has revealed that the biggest cause of daily stress is traffic jams. The Irish Mirror reports that a study, conducted by Jurys Inn, found that being stuck in traffic was the top cause of day-to-day stress with 42 per cent of Irish people citing it. Work pressures came in second with 27 per […]

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If you or someone you know suffers from migraines, you will know that they can leave you bed-ridden and/or make you physically ill. And while the natural reaction of the sufferer is to avoid any kind of light, recent research indicates that green light could help to alleviate migraine pain. A study, led by Dr. Carolyn […]

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We love Baileys Original. We also love the Belgian chocolate version (if you haven’t tried it yet, you need to fix that). And now there is a vegan version of the delicious beverage which always reminds us of Christmas. It’s called Baileys Almande and it’s vegan and gluten-free – perfect for anyone who can’t or […]

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Celebrity mum Coleen Rooney is raving about the benefits of consuming the placenta following birth. The 30-year-old, who is married to footballer Wayne Rooney, opted for placenta encapsulation after welcoming her third son Kit earlier this year. She told the Daily Mirror: “They had a slightly metallic taste and they definitely made me feel energised. […]

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The weekend was a washout for many with heavy showers sweeping across most parts of the country, but it looks like summer will arrive this week. According to Met Éireann, this week will be lovely weather-wise and it could even last until the weekend (how amazing would that be?). Today will be mainly dry with […]

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Breakfast: it really is the most important meal of the day. Why? Well, a decent breakfast kick-starts your metabolism and revs it up for a day’s calorie burning. Choosing well first thing in the morning also sets you up to make good choices throughout the afternoon and evening. Fill your fridge and cupboards with good ingredients […]

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Sinead Jennings is a Team Ireland Olympic rower who will be heading to Rio later this year. As well as an impressive sporting career, she juggles her training with a busy family life. She and her husband Sam Lynch have 3 young children together. She told us, in her own words, about the things she has […]

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It’s no longer enough to simply exercise and eat well. Oh, no. These days, it’s about balancing your physical and mental approach to getting fit. Yep, from those toned Jennifer Aniston arms to Beyoncé’s glutes, real fitness starts in your mind.  MindHerBody’s Jen Feighery, who runs a 90-day personalised programme, has shared some of her health […]

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Parents know that their kids can do and say anything (just check out these stories about the most embarrassing moments parents have suffered in public because of their children). And today, Metro spotted another one – this time, it’s a good old school drawing. The teacher apparently asked the students to draw pictures of their […]

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A woman is being hailed as a hero after saving a toddler who accidentally fell into the River Lee in Cork. According to The Irish Mirror, the 3-year-old boy was walking along with an adult when he let go of their hand, slipped and fell into the water below. Thankfully a passer-by jumped in after […]

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I don’t know about you but I feel like the world is getting to a stage where we will soon have an app or a device for everything. Just a few days ago, we came across the ‘Smart Tampon’ which is designed to tell you when yours is almost at capacity. And now we’re reading […]

11 years ago

We really thought that we’d seen it all… and then we stumbled upon Lipsdick. Lipsdick is lipstick which is shaped like a penis and no, we can’t imagine what made the creator come up with the idea. But anyway, they are a thing and according to Buzzfeed, you can get them on Amazon. They come […]

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Sometimes, parenthood is all about survival. Come on, you know it’s true. Especially between the hours of 4 and 8pm – the dreaded so-called ‘Witching Hour’. If you’ve been with the kids all day, chances are, your nerves could be shot, and you’re close to breaking point (some of you lucky ones may not be); and, if […]

11 years ago

This woman’s breastfeeding snap sparked quite a debate on her Instagram account. Naomi Jael Covert, who is reportedly a 21-year-old full-time army wife from Germany, shared a photograph of herself breastfeeding during the reception at her friend’s wedding. She captioned it: “When you are at a wedding, wear fancy dresses and high heels… and your […]

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A new hashtag is doing the rounds on Instagram and we absolutely love it. Mothers from all over the world are sharing photographs of themselves breastfeeding as part of the hashtag ‘#whereareyoufeedingtoday’. From a mountaintop to a Ferris wheel, there are some rather unusual settings and below are some of our favourite snaps… #whereareyoufeedingtoday @boobiebikkies […]

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Pippa O’Connor Ormond has shared the first proper snap of her new arrival on Instagram. The model and blogger posted a black and white photograph of little Louis on the social media site last night. Alongside it, she wrote: “No feeling like it in the word.. That smell that you wish you could bottle and […]

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Plus-size model Tess Holliday has taken to Instagram to hit back at body shamers. The 30-year-old shared a few snaps from a pregnancy shoot that she did with The Telegraph to encourage body acceptance. Alongside it, she wrote: “Just because we’re plus size, doesn’t mean we have to prove that we’re healthy, just as someone who […]

11 years ago

A surgeon’s emotional Facebook post, in which he talks about the best and worst parts of his job, has gone viral. You see, Dr. Michael P. La Quaglia is the Chief Paediatric Surgeon at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. During his 30-year career, he has performed countless operations and saved the lives of […]

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Because parents already have their hands full

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Finding it hard to get motivated to exercise? The ‘coregasm’ might change your mind and yes, it’s exactly as it sounds. A ‘coregasm’ is an exercise-induced orgasm that can be triggered when the endorphins and dopamine are combined with tension in our core muscles. We know what you’re thinking, why would you want to have an […]

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Having your period is annoying enough without having the added worry that your tampon is going to leak and you could end up with a stain on your trousers. But a new invention could eradicate that fear. It is a ‘smart tampon’ and its job is to alert the wearer when it is almost full (and therefore […]

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We all have an embarrassing story about something embarrassing that either we as kids or our kids have said. Mine was that I told my relatives to “shut up and eat their bloody dinner” on Christmas Day when I was about five years old. Neither I nor my parents, to this day, have a clue as […]

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