So it turns out that when you’re feeling tired, coffee isn’t exactly the best thing to turn to. According to The Telegraph, researchers have discovered that caffeine eventually loses its ability to improve alertness and concentration. The experiment, involving 48 healthy participants, found that two cups of coffee helped people maintain their performance for two days […]

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A popular children’s playground in Dublin will be closed indefinitely after an arson attack late on Friday night. According to RTÉ News, Griffith Park in Drumcondra suffered extensive damage and will remain closed until it is repaired. Dublin City Council said that the fire was maliciously started and an investigation into the incident is underway. […]

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In 2012, Sarah Rieke and her friend Lauren Casper were getting ready to embrace motherhood. Rieke was pregnant with a baby girl while Casper was about to adopt a daughter. Sadly, at Rieke’s 20-week ultrasound, she discovered that her little bundle of joy wasn’t going to survive for long outside the womb. In November 2012, […]

11 years ago

Gardaí have launched an investigation into the death of a nurse after her body lay undiscovered in a hospital room for almost two days. According to the Irish Independent, the nurse who was believed to be in her early 30s was last seen on duty at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital in Crumlin on Sunday. Her […]

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Want to make something for Father’s Day that the kids can join in with? That’s where this Dr. Oetker recipe comes in! ‘Browkies’ are a combination of gooey chocolate brownies and delicious chocolate chip cookies. In other words, dads are guaranteed to love them. Check out what you need and how to make them below. […]

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Finding it hard to discipline your kids? Or maybe you just want to introduce some sort of reward system in the home? Either way, The Butterfly Spy could be the way to go. Irish mum Jane Wherity came up with the concept three years ago, when she was finding it tough managing her three boys. […]

11 years ago

We might have to stop going onto the ‘Love What Matters’ Facebook page, considering that we turn into emotional messes every time we read one of their posts. The latest one that has been uploaded is a pregnancy announcement video and while it’s only 50 seconds long, it managed to reduce us to tears. That’s because […]

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A few years ago, a study revealed that a third of couples with young kids end up breaking up. And now, experts have delved deeper to identify the reasons for this somewhat alarming statistic. Yahoo Parenting reports that researchers surveyed just over 450 separated parents. The average age of the first child at the time […]

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The ‘Cheerio Challenge’ is the latest craze to sweep the internet and it involves sleeping babies or kids. Parents (it seems to be mainly fathers) all over the world are trying to outdo each other to see who can balance the most Cheerios on their sleeping child’s head. ‘Life of Dad’ founder Patrick Quinn kicked […]

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Primary schools in south Dublin are urging parents to be “vigilant” after a man attempted to abduct two children this week. According to the Irish Independent, two children were approached by a man in a dark car in two separate incidents in Booterstown and Monkstown. The schools, located in Shankill, reportedly sent text messages to […]

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Brought to you by safefood Folic acid is a vital nutrient for the development of healthy babies in the womb. Most women have heard of folic acid and think of it as something to take while you are pregnant. The fact is that if you are sexually active and could become pregnant, whether you are […]

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A mother has taken to her Facebook page to encourage people to “judge less (and) pray more” for the family of the little boy who was dragged into the water by an alligator at a Florida holiday resort. Earlier today, the body of the two-year-old was recovered following the tragic incident which happened on Wednesday. […]

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A new wrist monitor has been developed which claims to help you identify and deal with situations which cause you stress. The ‘WellBe’ – which easily raised the funds required on Kickstarter – claims to be an “anti-stress biofeedback bracelet and app.” It works by tracking the user’s heart rate and applying an algorithm which determines stress levels. […]

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You might already know this one but it seems that a LOT of people don’t. A vlogger’s video has gone viral for pointing out a common mistake that people are making when using tin foil and cling film. ‘Crazy Russian Hacker’ uploaded a clip which shows how you can stop the rolls falling out of […]

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This weekend, fathers all around the world will be celebrated and spoiled by their kids. To mark the occasion, a number of parent vloggers – including Brittlestar, LaGuardia Cross, MyLifeSuckers, and Jake Fehling – got together and recorded a ‘Dad Song.’ The tune is a parody of Rachel Platten’s ‘Fight Song’ and refers to some […]

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Whether you’re looking for a unique present for a first birthday or you want to do something special with your child’s first baby grow, it’s worth checking out Lara Owsianik’s concept. She creates handmade, made-to-order teddy bears using babies’ onesies, blankets and sleepers to serve as keepsakes for parents. While Stuffs By Lara is based […]

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She’s the Kate that’s got the cream! The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out in a stunning dress for her Royal Ascot debut at Windsor Great Park this afternoon. She opted for a cream, lace dress which she finished off with a fabulous fascinator, nude court heels and an embellished clutch bag. The mum-of-two looked radiant as […]

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Everybody knows that a big part of tying the knot is the wedding night. You usually buy something sexy to wear and de-fuzz your entire body in anticipation of your first session as a married couple. Which is why it may come (ahem) as a surprise that the majority of people, 52 per cent to […]

11 years ago

Just when you though a Cosmopolitan couldn’t be any more delicious… The good people at Delish have created a cocktail recipe for Starburst Cosmos just in time for the summer and they look a-maz-ing. According to the description on YouTube, you will need: 5 red Starburst candies 5 pink Starburst candies 350ml vodka 60ml lime juice 60ml Cointreau […]

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Drinking very hot beverages, including coffees and teas, has been deemed a “probable cause” of oesophageal cancer. According to reports, the UN cancer agency has said that the temperature (specifically over 65 degrees Celsius) as opposed to the type of drink is a risk factor. The finding is based on a review by the International […]

11 years ago

Police officers from Operation Grange, the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, are reportedly assessing new information in relation to Sir Clement Freud to see if it is relevant to their inquiries. On Tuesday, the former broadcaster and politician was accused of sexually abusing a number of young girls between the late 1940s and […]

11 years ago

We’d be lying if we said that we’ve never ever scrambled to pick up a piece of toast that has landed (butter side up) on the ground and put it back onto our plate for eating. But we might think twice about applying the widely-accepted ‘5-second rule’ after finding out that an expert has confirmed what […]

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If you’re planning on being out and about this evening, please take extra care on the roads and make sure you have your raincoat on. Met Éireann has issued a status yellow weather warning for many parts as heavy downpours are expected to sweep across the country. The warning is in place until 8pm this […]

11 years ago

A video showing the moment that a couple find out the name of their newborn son is melting hearts all over the world. You see, when Katrina was two months pregnant, she found out that her mother was terminally ill and would never get to know her grandchild. That was when the soon-to-be mum made […]

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The work commute, the school run, the trip to the shops… parents spend a lot of time running from one thing to another. Science Daily reports that, depending on your mode of transport, this time could be having a major (and negative) impact on your health. A new study has revealed that those who drive for […]

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Last month, we were gushing about the name Pippa O’Connor Ormond and her husband Brian picked for their new arrival. And that was before we even knew the reason behind it. The model and blogger uploaded a post to her website Pippa.ie revealing how she was adjusting to life as a mum-of-two. Hooray for being […]

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We are all about low-cost breaks so it’s great to hear that Ryanair is launching a new accommodation service. The airline revealed this week that it is introducing a low-cost accommodation offer from October called ‘Ryanair Rooms’. It will offer customers a range of options including hotels, hostels, B&Bs, villas and homestay choices. Oh, and it […]

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This screenshot from a baby scan is taking the internet by storm. An expectant father, known as Brewhaus3223 on Reddit, uploaded a picture of the ultrasound that he and his wife recently had and remarked on how his unborn child looks like a sports car. Beside the below snap, which has been doing the rounds this […]

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Sophie Ellis Bextor has taken to Instagram to say that she is proud of her post-baby figure. The singer, who has four kids, was apparently out with her husband Richard Jones recently when someone thought she was pregnant. A photo posted by @sophieellisbextor on Jun 9, 2016 at 2:16pm PDT She uploaded the picture above […]

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What do you have for breakfast? You could change to Weetabix once you hear about these latest findings. According to a recent study, it has been found that consuming a 16g serving of the popular cereal every day reduces your risk of dying from conditions such as heart disease and cancer. In other words, it could […]

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Welcome to BumpWatch! BumpWatch is our new video series following HerFamily.ie writer and Monster Munch enthusiast, Sophie White as she grows a baby. Sophie will be giving us regular updates as the weeks pass, and this little raspberry grows up to be a watermelon. On this week’s BumpWatch, Sophie finds out that she is indeed […]

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Gordon Ramsay has shared the news that his wife Tana has suffered a miscarriage five months into her pregnancy. The celebrity chef took to his Facebook page to thank people for their support since they announced the news last month, before unveiling the heartbreaking news. He wrote: “We had a devastating weekend as Tana has sadly miscarried […]

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A photograph of a premature baby breastfeeding for the first time is getting a lot of love online. The snap was uploaded to the ‘Breastfeeding Mama Talk’ Facebook page last month and has received over 38,000 likes as well as a thousand shares. According to The Huffington Post, Dahlia was born prematurely when her mum, […]

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New guidelines have been published from an organisation in the US outlining the amount of sleep that children of different ages should ideally be getting. (Note: We say ideally because, let’s face it, the reality of getting kids to sleep is not usually in keeping with any sort of guidelines.) Anyway, the American Academy of […]

11 years ago

One mum was heavily criticised last week after posting the below video on her Instagram account. Self-proclaimed fit momma Melanie Darnell, who has two kids, uploaded a clip of her doing some yoga poses over her child’s cot. She captioned it: “Putting Sage’s bed to use for this fun crib workout! No gym, no problem; […]

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Welcome to week 32 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a kale leaf. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby Your baby, about 42 centimetres long and weighing around 1.7 kilograms, is getting stronger and more earthside-worthy by the day. Their lungs are almost mature, and they’re […]

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Celebrity mum Claire Sweeney has spoken out about her experience of incontinence since the birth of her son Jaxon. The former Brookside star, who welcomed her boy 18 months ago, opened up about the issue during an appearance on Loose Women this week. She said: “People think about fat and wobbles, but what about when […]

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Gardaí in Blanchardstown are investigating the death of a dog after it was locked in a car outside Bloom festival last week. According to The Irish Times, onlookers called the authorities last Friday afternoon when they became concerned about the welfare of the animal. The windows of the vehicle were all shut and there was […]

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A mother from Arizona is urging parents to be vigilant with garden hoses and sprinklers after her son suffered burns when sprayed with one. According to ABC 15, the 9-month-old suffered second degree burns on 30 per cent of his body when sprayed in the back garden. Dominique Woodger told the media outlet that the […]

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We love wine but we’re not into spending a LOT of money on a bottle, so you can imagine our delight to hear that the best red wine in the world costs around €5.50. That’s right, 240 international wine experts reportedly picked a red wine from Asda as the ‘Best in Show’ at this year’s […]

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If you’re dreading the Euro 2016 football championship, you might not be after hearing this. A study, commissioned by Three as proud sponsors of the Republic of Ireland team, has signified that there could be a baby boom of sorts because of the tournament. The research found that the overwhelming majority of people (93 per […]

11 years ago

Every day we hear about a new tip or trick that is guaranteed to give you great hair but we don’t know how we feel about this latest one. According to Marie Claire, red wine is the secret to fabulous-looking hair. Unfortunately though, that doesn’t mean drinking a glass of vino every night, it means […]

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A new IVF technique using DNA from 3 people has been deemed safe. BBC News reports that scientists at Newcastle University came up with the concept to help women who are at risk of passing on serious genetic disorders have healthy children. A new study, published in the journal Nature, has deemed the procedure – […]

11 years ago

It’s not very often that the Duchess of Cambridge makes an error in the style stakes. This week, the mum-of-two stepped out in a gorgeous royal blue gown by Roland Mouret for a banquet at Kensington Palace. She was joined by young athletes and ambassadors to celebrate the 40th anniversary of SportsAid, a charity for which […]

11 years ago

If you’ve ever commented on how a couple with a large age gap “will never last”, you might actually be onto something. A recent study has found that there is a definite correlation between the age gap between two partners and the likelihood of said relationship lasting. The survey, led by professors in the Department of Economics […]

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Gardaí are reportedly warning parents to be vigilant after a man was allegedly confronted by a concerned mother who saw him taking photographs in the direction of her children and their cousins. According to The Independent, the alleged incident took place on Banna beach in Tralee, Co. Kerry, on June 1st. Neither the man nor […]

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We’ve already covered a few letters of the alphabet in our quest to unearth all of the baby names ever uttered and today the letter ‘G’ is in the spotlight. From traditional monikers to popular titles, we’re sure you’ll find at least one that you like. Gwen Gene Gracie Giles Georgia Gray Gaby George Gloria […]

11 years ago

From time to time, we all get bored of our hair and fancy a change but would you try out this latest trend? The ‘watermelon’ do is taking over Instagram and is perfect for the summer months (particularly if the nice weather continues). Cosmopolitan spotted the look which involves bright green roots and shades of […]

11 years ago

A mum has taken to Facebook to show the difference that having your child sitting in a rear-facing seat can have in the case of an accident. Angela Brown from Australia was recently travelling home from a dentist appointment when her SUV slammed into a tree head on. The vehicle flipped onto its roof and a tree […]

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Star couple Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas have reportedly welcomed their second child together. The pair, who got together while starring in hit show Once Upon a Time, welcomed another baby boy on June 1st. According to E! News, the little one was born in Los Angeles and is named Hugo Wilson Dallas (very old […]

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