
‘Pregnancy is like training for a marathon’: A first-time mum explains why
Training, preparing and reaching the finish line
9 years ago


‘Pregnancy is like training for a marathon’: A first-time mum explains why
Training, preparing and reaching the finish line
9 years ago

Freezing? Here’s why cold weather might be better for pregnant women
At least there’s one benefit.
9 years ago

WIN a family trip to the stunning festive wonderland at Fota Island
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9 years ago

What watching 3 hours of TV a day does to your brain
Do you sit in front of the television for more than three hours a day? Or perhaps your kids do when they get home from school and have their homework done. Well it might be time to change that as a new study has found that watching over three hours of television a day can […]
9 years ago

Bye-bye blisters: how to break in your new winter boots
Breaking in a new pair can be agony,
9 years ago

Win a box of delicious flapjacks AND a €250 spa voucher
Stay unflappable!
9 years ago

Viewers all notice the same thing when they search for House of Cards
Have you spotted this?
9 years ago

This discovery about Linda McCartney sausages has blown our tiny minds
Have you ever spotted this?
9 years ago

Motorist drives vehicle onto path and opens fire near World Trade Center
Police have asked people to steer clear of the area.
9 years ago

Family Guy may have hinted at Kevin Spacey allegations back in 2005
Stewie makes reference to Kevin Spacey in the episode.
9 years ago

Kevin Spacey accused of making sexual advances on a child actor
Kevin Spacey apologises after being accused of a sexual advance on a child actor.
9 years ago

This 20-minute dinner is the perfect meal for a lazy Sunday
We love a quick fix!
9 years ago

Mum shares warning about face paint that ‘severely burnt’ her son’s skin
A mum has shared a warning about a brand of face paint that she says “severely burnt” her son’s skin. Alexandra Leigh Carter is a mum from Australia. She bought some face paint from Woolworths to paint her son’s face for Halloween. The mum said that she did a patch test on her son’s arm […]
9 years ago

20 pretty hilarious (homemade!) halloween costumes for your kids
Looking for slick costumes for the smallies in your life? All you need is a little improvisation and a dose of imagination for a professional look… without having to break the bank. Oh yes. It’s time to get crafty with DIY wool, foam, balloons, sticky tape and face-paint. 1. Mommie’s ickle teddy-bear 2. Vintage Mr […]
9 years ago

Sophia and Sam? Twin baby names that we absolutely adore
While your chances of having twins could be quite low, you could still use these names for siblings of different ages. The reason we’ve called them twin baby names is that they do sort of complement each other and some of them belong to real-life or literary/onscreen twins. Introducing, just a few of our favourite twin […]
9 years ago

What is life really like for an Irish mum in Singapore with three little boys?
She certainly has her hands full.
9 years ago

Would you know what to do if your young child started choking?
Would you know what to do if your baby or young child was choking? According to St John Ambulance, 40% of parents have witnessed their own baby choke and only one in five knew exactly what to do. The ‘The Chokeables’ video from St John Ambulance is a heart-warming video featuring animated household items such as […]
9 years ago

Simple Saturday Night Cocktail… Tequila Sunrise
Just because it’s freezing outside and we’re heading towards Christmas doesn’t mean you have to wave goodbye to all signs of summer. One of our favourite signs of summer is drinking cocktails which is why we’ve decided to bring you a really simple, three-ingredient recipe for a Tequila Sunrise. What you need is 2 fluid […]
9 years ago

Every single parent needs to watch this video on how to give your baby CPR
What would you do? The chances of this happening are slim but as parents, we are responsible for making sure we can deal with whatever situation life throws at us – including keeping our baby safe. Now mums and dads are being urged to watch this video by St John’s Ambulance as it could end […]
9 years ago

Easy-to-make Halloween Candy Apples Your Kids Are Going To Love
It’s time to prep for the festive occasion…
9 years ago

Brilliant and budget art pieces to create together
Looking for an activity today?
9 years ago

Respect: What breastfeeding your child in public SHOULDN’T look like
‘I should feed my baby where?’
9 years ago

Aoibhín Garrihy will be at the Crescent Shopping Centre this weekend for Inspire family event
The Crescent Shopping Centre in Limerick has just announced dates for its Inspire event… and it looks FAB for a family day out. Inspire takes takes place on Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21 at the Crescent Shopping Centre and there’s a whole lot of fun for all the family. Parents and children will […]
9 years ago

This nifty trick apparently frees up LOTS of space on your iPhone
No need to delete beloved photos or must-have apps.
9 years ago

Mayo woman set to become the first Irish person to go into space
Boldly going where no Irish person has gone before…
9 years ago

5 fun family activities you have to try this autumn
Brought to you by the Dublin Simon Community. Are you looking for fun activities to do with the kids? Just because the summer is over – doesn’t mean that outdoor family fun is done and dusted for the year. Autumn is truly where all the magic happens. Take advantage of the crisp weather and beautiful […]
9 years ago

Holly and Phillip lose it after orgasm chat leads to unfortunate innuendo
This is brilliant.
9 years ago

Wayne Rooney reportedly arrested on suspicion of drink-driving
The incident occurred on Thursday evening.
9 years ago

Advice for parents ahead of Leaving Cert results day tomorrow
It can be a stressful day.
9 years ago

This is how much Irish first-time buyers need for a property deposit
Ah, here.
9 years ago

Tragic dad-of-three battling cancer alongside his wife has died
Dad-of-three Ed Stewart has sadly lost his battle with cancer. In a heartbreaking scenario, Karen (36) and Ed (42) Stewart, the parents of Keeva (10), Finn (8) and Erin (4) were both diagnosed with incurable cancer. Now, the sad news has broken that Ed lost his fight with pancreatic cancer yesterday. The hugely popular Donaghmede dad was diagnosed […]
9 years ago

Doctors are ‘fat shaming’ patients and discriminating based on size
Is medical ‘fat shaming’ taking a toll on people’s health?
9 years ago

Irish couples are playing Russian roulette with contraception
An Irish survey has revealed some surprising statistics.
9 years ago

This superhero dad has saved the lives of four people in two years
Dad-of-two Gareth Clark is an everyday hero.
9 years ago

Blogger is live-streaming her way through induction and labour
Rebecca is sharing her labour with over 14,000 followers.
9 years ago

Bunnies and grunters: 10 reasons I can’t stand the gym
Ugh.
9 years ago

Ever been stung by a comment? Say hello to the Jellyfish mother
Bridget Jones introduced us to the Jellyfisher.
9 years ago

Parents warn new children’s app is “basically Tinder for kids”
The app is supposed to be aimed at those age 17 years and over.
9 years ago

Children’s Minister launches €4m childcare support campaign
Ireland has one of the most expensive childcare systems in the world.
9 years ago

Sleep-disordered breathing on the rise in children
Breathing problems during sleep are common in children.
9 years ago

Two young children rushed to hospital after Cork accident
Two children were involved in a serious road accident in Cork shortly before 11pm last night. A seven-month-old and a 9-year-old were involved in a serious single vehicle collision on the M8. Both children were rushed to hospital as a result of the crash, which took place between the Watergrasshill and Glanmire junctions. Gardai put diversions in place […]
9 years ago

Girl, 8, and one man killed by light aircraft on Portuguese beach
The eight-year-old was with her parents on the beach.
9 years ago

Survey reveals 68pc of parents think tech has replaced play
Game of Thrones actor Aidan Gillen launched new childhood campaign.
9 years ago

Terms and conditions: Liberty Insurance flagbearer competition
Terms and conditions How it will work on match day After the winner has been selected and their parents contacted they will be asked to sign a parental consent form. This covers parental consent, image rights and to meet the requirements of the GAA Child Protection & Welfare office. Each winner will receive their match […]
9 years ago

Breastfeeding could prevent 820,000 child deaths every year
World Breastfeeding Week 1-7 August 2017
9 years ago

Parents are ‘bearing the brunt’ of an underfunded education system
Survey reveals 45 percent of parents forgo other bills to cover school costs.
9 years ago

Pilots suspended after allowing young boy to ‘fly’ passenger plane
The orphaned boy was invited into the cockpit as part of a scheme by a children’s charity.
9 years ago

Annual flu jabs can make vaccine less effective in pregnancy
Annual vaccination is still the best way for pregnant women to protect themselves.
9 years ago

Judge rules against ex-teacher in landmark child sex doll case
A judge in the UK has ruled that child-like sex dolls are ‘obscene’ after a former primary school teacher was found with two in his possession. The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) called the landmark ruling “the first of its kind” following a case against retired primary school teacher David Turner (72) who was found in possession […]
9 years ago

The negative effects of smacking young children last for years
“How parents treat their children at a young age significantly impacts their behaviour”
9 years ago