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  • A delicious smoothie that cleanses your gut as you drink

    A delicious smoothie that cleanses your gut as you drink

    Overdid it with the carbs, vino, choccie bars and what not? Don’t suffer the guilt that follows over-indulging. Kick-start your gut with these simple, but powerful ingredients. Sweet. Get a load of these ingredients: the celery and cucumber are hydrating, turmeric is a super immune booster and anti-inflammatory, and the lettuce and spinach are full of Vitamin C and […]

    11 years ago

  • Our top 3 stories

    Our top 3 stories

    In case you missed them… ‘Childless’ or ‘Childfree’: Niamh O’Reilly (who was on RTE Radio1 today) says she parents ALL the time:… Read it here. Got a pregnant pal? These are the hilarious cards you want to send.. Read it here. Spooky: Doppelganger babies and their dolls will crack you up… Read it here. Feel free to […]

    11 years ago

  • 15 hilarious times Amy Huberman’s Mumisms were like ours (only WAY funnier)

    15 hilarious times Amy Huberman’s Mumisms were like ours (only WAY funnier)

    This Mum cleans up sticky mess, pokes fun at her famous BOD, and her new material is even funnier than before. She is an Irish, comic genius Mum and her name is Amy Hubes! Bookmark this list for when you are rushed, wrecked and ruffled from parenting. Here are ten times Amy’s casual jokes made us cry […]

    11 years ago

  • Super-healthy lunchbox ideas for every little fusspot

    Super-healthy lunchbox ideas for every little fusspot

    In need of some lunch-spiration? Look no further. Having a good selection of fun but healthy lunch box ideas in your arsenal can make all the difference. Skip the sandwiches and fill their lunch boxes with some great surprises! Here are some super tasty ideas to get you going… Homemade hummus and veggies Ditch the sandwiches and […]

    11 years ago

  • MUST-SEE striking images of beautiful post-baby bodies

    MUST-SEE striking images of beautiful post-baby bodies

    Striking images of post-baby bodies that were temporarily removed from Facebook under the ‘No Nudity’ clause have become an inspiration to women everywhere. Photographer Jade Beall’s collection of black and white images has triumphed. There is no Photoshop; no make-up; no hiding, nipping or tucking; instead an honest view of how motherhood takes hold. Stretch marks […]

    11 years ago

  • Eye make-up removal: Do YOU know this trick?

    Eye make-up removal: Do YOU know this trick?

    I have had to come to terms with something life-changing recently. I’ve discovered I am unable to remove mascara properly. Things have been tough (I’ve never been wrong before). If you too are dealing with this ‘issue’, please accept my advice. Here is what you need-to-know about taking off eye makeup: Materials Two cotton rounds 9 […]

    11 years ago

  • Our top 3 stories

    Our top 3 stories

    In case you missed them… We love the new craze for smoothie bowls. Here’s how to eat yours… Read it here. Almost half of parents say their children are addicted to screen time… Read it here. WATCH: 4 reasons why women should never breastfeed in public… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie […]

    11 years ago

  • This no-sugar, no-cheese cheesecake is a real thing (fact)

    This no-sugar, no-cheese cheesecake is a real thing (fact)

    It’s time for some light refreshment. And when I say light, I mean it. Strawberry cheesecake has always been my go-to Summer dessert, but thanks to this delicious (no-sugar) recipe it just got a WHOLE lot better. It’s not exactly fat-free, but it’s choc-full of superfood and wholesome ingredients so if you’re going to have a […]

    11 years ago

  • How to calculate your potential mortgage (without having to talk to other humans)

    How to calculate your potential mortgage (without having to talk to other humans)

    So, you’ve got the kids, you’re semi-grown-up (see below for a definition of this in case you’re unclear), now’s the time to think about putting a roof over their heads. But where to start? We might be grown-up enough to be making our own people, and we possibly know at this stage which compartment of […]

    11 years ago

  • Fashion fix: 3 wardrobe staples for every body shape

    Fashion fix: 3 wardrobe staples for every body shape

    Planning your fashion for the weekend ahead has never been easier. Injecting a few updates into your staple wardrobe collection is up there with getting your make-up done before date night in terms of the therapeutic effect. When fashion is stylish and comfortable on the bod, it makes us happy. Shop these three beautiful new Summer 2015 pieces by […]

    11 years ago

  • This bizarre picture of a baby in a tube has got people BAFFLED

    This bizarre picture of a baby in a tube has got people BAFFLED

    Ancient Victorian torture methods come to mind when we look at this picture of a baby in a tube. The frightening-looking contraption is a device called a Pigg O Stat, which is designed to position infants and young children for x-ray. According to the manufacturer’s website, “Since 1960, the Pigg-O-Stat has been and continues to be the first choice for […]

    11 years ago

  • Detox smoothie: Flush out those toxins with this recipe

    Detox smoothie: Flush out those toxins with this recipe

    The weekend of full-on banter, little sleep and late-nights are truly behind me. It is halfway through the week, and I’m still feeling bloated, cranky and in need of repair. I need a quick fix for body and mind.  Join me and flush out the nasties from your body with this fruity concoction. By the time the […]

    11 years ago

  • The ultimate 5-day hair menu: 1 style per day

    The ultimate 5-day hair menu: 1 style per day

    The day has arrived where ‘much ado’ about your hair is not chic. Poker straight hair is no longer on-trend, and full colour is so over. Goodbye high-maintenance looks – you will not be missed. Here’s a five-day hair menu, easy to pull together styles with just a few products, oh, and a few minutes (although having a few […]

    11 years ago

  • Our top 3 stories

    Our top 3 stories

    In case you missed them… The Child Predator Experiment returns with a boy edition and it’s just as shocking… Read it here. Born to be awkward. Parents reveal hilarious photos of their babies… Read it here. Frozen embryos are just as effective as fresh embryos, a study finds… Read it here. Feel free to email us your […]

    11 years ago

  • WATCH: Babywearing your furry friend

    WATCH: Babywearing your furry friend

    Are you missing the warmth and comfort of carrying a baby in a sling? It’s hard not to babywear when they grow out of the sling, but if you have a furry little pal in your home, this new pet wearing kit might tick the box. With the Mewgaroo hoodie you can watch The Good Wife and book that flight to Barcelona without […]

    11 years ago

  • Video: Check out all of the highlights from Breast Cancer Ireland’s Great Pink Run

    Video: Check out all of the highlights from Breast Cancer Ireland’s Great Pink Run

    Did you take part in this year’s Great Pink Run? The annual Breast Cancer Ireland Great Pink Run sponsored by Avonmore Slimline milk took place a couple of weeks ago, and we’re bringing a brand spanking new video of highlights from the fantastic event. As you’ll see from the tweets below, we were delighted to take […]

    11 years ago

  • 10 reasons to start lifting weights like Arnie

    10 reasons to start lifting weights like Arnie

    When you imagine lifting weights, do you also imagine yourself transforming into Arnold Schwarzenegger? If so, you could be letting a common myth stop you from achieving some serious health and fitness benefits. In reality, there is no possibility of you becoming a hulking mass – that is one of the great fitness misconceptions. Weights […]

    11 years ago

  • Non-models in Victoria’s Secret swimwear? Day. Made.

    Non-models in Victoria’s Secret swimwear? Day. Made.

    Donning Victoria’s Secret swimsuits, six women embraced their bodies and celebrated the female form on a Malibu beach this week, causing a viral sensation. Why? Because they didn’t feel forced to fit a projected ideal. They joined in solidarity to love their bodies and banish the burdens of society. Skinny, fat, small, tall, ethnic and everything in between, women […]

    11 years ago

  • 5 festivals for fun, food and great music in Dublin this weekend

    5 festivals for fun, food and great music in Dublin this weekend

    The advent of four new festivals this weekend in Dublin will mean your days off work will be either chilled or action-packed. Whether you bring the little ones along or choose to go it alone, there will be tonnes of fun and food galore. Here are four of the best (for families and parents taking […]

    11 years ago

  • TRAVEL: These 6 beauty staples are REALLY all you need

    TRAVEL: These 6 beauty staples are REALLY all you need

    Need to make some space in your holiday suitcase? Firstly, here’s a tip: you do not need two more pairs of skinny jeans. Or those gigantic nudes wedges. Secondly, this incredible list of only six beauty essentials will fulfill all your holiday beauty needs, so no need for a bulging cosmetics bag. SKIN Coconut Body Shimmer […]

    11 years ago

  • 6 cool stops to explore on the Wild Atlantic Way

    6 cool stops to explore on the Wild Atlantic Way

    If you’re holidaying at home this summer, the Wild Atlantic Way, stretching from Donegal to Cork has something for all the family. This 2,500 kilometre route has, literally, hundreds of attractions, and Fiona McGarry has chosen six of the best family-friendly highlights. 1. Bundoran Adventure Park, County Donegal One of the biggest challenges on a […]

    11 years ago

  • 3 autumn beauty bargains that will save you time and money

    3 autumn beauty bargains that will save you time and money

    When I put on my winter cape this morning, I quietly accepted the fact that the Irish Summer (what Summer??) is officially over. But unfortunately my skin and hair seem to be having a little bit of a harder time adjusting to the temperamental weather. If you suffer the same reality, investing in a some multi-tasking bargain […]

    11 years ago

  • WIN! An exclusive invite to the HerFamily.ie Cheerios Childline Charity Breakfast

    WIN! An exclusive invite to the HerFamily.ie Cheerios Childline Charity Breakfast

    Want to come to our gorgeous star-studded breakfast and support a really worthy cause? Of course you do. The Cheerios Childline Breakfast Week is back from October 5th –11th, and we’re asking as many of our readers as possible to come together, hold a breakfast and raise much-needed funds for Childline. Did you know, 462,505 calls are made […]

    11 years ago

  • 13 NO-BRAINER steps to weight-loss that calm crazy hormones

    13 NO-BRAINER steps to weight-loss that calm crazy hormones

    Are you always running high on stress and low on battery when it should be vice versa? You may be experiencing carb overload. Some carbohydrates are the nemesis of a healthy bod so cut out the crap ones and change the way you feel, now.  A five day eating plan will be published on HerFamily.ie next […]

    11 years ago

  • WATCH: This Dad’s 4-minute Summer ice cream recipe is GENIUS

    WATCH: This Dad’s 4-minute Summer ice cream recipe is GENIUS

    Kudos to this genius dad – his video has the coolest DIY ice cream recipe we have ever seen.  He claims there is not a crafty bone in his body, yet he can make homemade ice cream in a freezer bag with his three children sitting alongside him, in just a few minutes. Anticipating some (any) […]

    11 years ago

  • BBQ: 10-minute melon kebabs (with a little alcohol)

    BBQ: 10-minute melon kebabs (with a little alcohol)

    You may not be a mixologist but, your friends will think you’ve done a course in cocktail-making after tasting this. Rather than stocking the fridge and ordering takeaway – take ten minutes and make this tonight.  You’ll have something to look forward to. All. Day. Tomorrow. Ingredients A big ol’ watermelon A bottle of Patrón Tequila (I […]

    11 years ago

  • Our top 3 stories

    Our top 3 stories

    In case you missed them… Today FM’s Dave: Why I’m glad I’m a Dad in 2015… Read it here. Shocking new ad warns Mums about the dangers of junk food… Read it here. WATCH: Older women give younger women the best advice… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie topics so we can […]

    11 years ago

  • Pass the tissue – love is this doting dad bathing his little one

    Pass the tissue – love is this doting dad bathing his little one

    The actions of this handsome dad have pulled on the heart strings today. Love is abounding between this baby girl and her father (eh, did someone say hunk). A couple of minutes spent watching this wonderful scene will inspire you for the rest of the afternoon. I’m not just talking about inspiring you to set […]

    11 years ago

  • WATCH: The toy that brings child from crying to calm in just 3 seconds

    WATCH: The toy that brings child from crying to calm in just 3 seconds

    The alternative and very clever use of this toy gun is one desperate dad’s revelation. It might also just be the quick solution you need for that little bit of calm.  The ‘fart-blaster’ toy made famous by Disney’s popular film, Despicable Me has a whole other use most of us were probably unaware of. Although we’re […]

    11 years ago

  • 20 childish Minion quotes worth laughing over today

    20 childish Minion quotes worth laughing over today

    We love a bit of Minion lovage on a weekend morning. These little, yellow shareables are the perfect anecdote on those moments when words seem to fail us. Oh, and they are great for the LOLs. Be it witty, wise, silly or just downright rude… there is a zinger in here for everyone: 1. Yeah, I […]

    11 years ago

  • What I’ve learnt since my first child-free night away

    What I’ve learnt since my first child-free night away

    No biggie but I just spent a night away from my daughter for the first time. (She’s 20 months old.) Although there’s no right or wrong answer as to when you ‘should’ spend a first night away from your baby (or toddler/schoolchild/teenager), I’m told 20 months is a long time to wait. I’m not sure […]

    11 years ago

  • Our top 3 stories

    Our top 3 stories

    In case you missed them… Toddler behaviour: Want to know what’s really going on with your little one?… Read it here. This yoga Mum’s pregnant poses are jaw-dropping… Read it here. Will I ever be skinny again? 10 tips for post baby weight-loss that actually work… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie […]

    11 years ago

  • Pass the Tissue: Hunky son appeals for love interest for his mom

    Pass the Tissue: Hunky son appeals for love interest for his mom

    The ultimate tear-jerking compilation is upon us. Alex Norgay, the beautiful son of a mum from the Czech Republic made a beautiful series of mini-videos of the love he has for his mum, her way of life and why he wants her to find love and be happy. From cross-country skiing, yoga, silly jokes and sharing special […]

    11 years ago