Everybody loves a shopping spree at Boots, but once baby comes along, those weekly trips quickly become more necessity than luxury. Luckily, we’ve teamed up with the all new Boots Parenting Club to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a fab prize of a €250 voucher to spend in-store… that’s a LOT of […]

11 years ago

On your mark, get set, go!

11 years ago

Can’t face the outside world today but don’t want to get stalled on the to-do list? We all have those days when the mere thought of showering and putting clothes on is… Just. Too. Much. Monday through Friday basically. Luckily there’re lots of ways to get organised and maximise productivity from the comfort of your […]

11 years ago

Mums swear by this natural teething aid for babies

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. 10-minute sugar-free, coconut protein bars … Read it here. 75% of Irish women are drinking during pregnancy…. Read it here. 17 pointless things I have done during nap-time… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie topics so we can write about […]

11 years ago

Full disclosure: The thought of hitting the sandy shores in anything other than a 1920’s concealed bathing costume makes me want to bury my head in the sand and hide.  The cure for me is yet to come but, in my experience, figure-flattering suits from cool brands help massively. Here’s one for almost every body type. Top suit […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. 8 things to know about Princess Charlotte’s Christening pram… Read it here. Three clever cleaning hacks you’ll use time and time again…. Read it here. 8 (tried and tested) beauty buys to suit 8 different jobs… Read it here. Feel free to email us your […]

11 years ago

Oh Dr. Google, thank you for your wisdom… and the on-demand cartoons and games. We love the internet! Here are 7 times we turned to the World Wide Web to solve a parenting problem. 1. When the baby Would. Not. Sleep. Then this Dad took to Youtube to share his genius tissue trick (How to […]

11 years ago

Shop their favourite looks here…

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. 10 times I felt pressured to be pregnant (and I’m not F*CKING ready)…. Read it here. 10 times my son hated me so far today (it’s 10am)… Read it here. This. Is. Happening. The giant Ferrero Rocher cake… Read it here. Feel free to email us […]

11 years ago

Has your little one passed the 3 month mark? If so, they’ve probably turned into an almighty little squirmer – kicking, twisting and stretching all over the place – natural born little Yogis! And, with all this new movement comes their beaming smiles and smug little faces. Sure, they’re only delirra with themselves and all their new […]

11 years ago

Relax and enjoy

11 years ago

Kids are always running around, aren’t they? Legging it  around the yard at school or around the house, so it might seem like they get lots of daily exercise, but in fact, they’re most likely NOT getting as much as you think. And that’s where the parents come in. Gym class at school is just not enough to keep […]

11 years ago

Who fancies winning a luxury spa getaway this summer? Sounds pretty fab, doesn’t it? To celebrate the new Liberté yogurt with Muesli or Seeds, we’re delighted to offer one lucky reader the chance to win an overnight stay in Monart hotel with spa treatments for two plus a hamper of the delicious Liberté yoghurt range! The just-launched Liberté yogurt […]

11 years ago

Running out of space in your home as your little family grows? Then it might be time to start thinking about making a move. Here’s what you need-to-know before you even think about viewing your new dream home… The most exciting part about buying a house (apart from getting the keys) has to be looking […]

11 years ago

Saddle up! We’re giving away NINE family tickets to this year’s Discover Ireland Dublin Horse Show! That’s right, nine lucky readers and their families will be enjoying a fun-filled day at the action-packed event on Sunday 9th August.* Taking place in the RDS showgrounds from Wednesday 5th to Sunday 9th August, the Discover Ireland Dublin Horse […]

11 years ago

Make time for yourself…

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. 8 milestones you hit during the first 18 months of parenthood… Read it here. WATCH: Children unwittingly let a stranger inside their homes…. Read it here. Mum is horrified after her 2-year-old daughter’s hair is shaved in nursery.. Read it here. Feel free to email […]

11 years ago

You only have the mention the words Stranger and Danger and parents stop in their tracks. Children can be prey to the most simple acts of betrayal like going off with a stranger or letting a total stranger into their private homes.  We are sharing this experiment not to frighten, but to help you (or whoever is taking care […]

11 years ago

The perfect family getaway

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. The lazy parent’s guide to distracting the kids… Read it here. 8 hacks you need to survive life (and the daily grind)… Read it here. 15 minutes with celeb nutritionist Amelia Frier… Read it here. Feel free to email us your favourite HerFamily.ie topics: […]

11 years ago

What to do this weekend and the next and…

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. Non-models in Victoria’s Secret Swimwear. Day. Made…. Read it here. 10 times a total f*cking stranger knew how to raise my child… Read it here. The pants that preserve your modesty during childbirth… Read it here. Feel free to email us your favourite […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. SLEEP COACH: 5 baby sleep truths: debunking the myths (one by one)… Read it here. GUEST BLOGGER: Flying in early pregnancy – here’s why it might be best to delay for 12 weeks… Read it here. Conversations with my two-year old: Our Dad columnist […]

11 years ago

In case you missed one, here are our top three stories today. “You’re just unemployed” – Katie Hopkins slams stay-at-home Moms… Read it here. This photo of Ryan Reynolds has made some Moms quite mad – Can you guess why?… Read it here. You’ll never guess how this cute, edible teddy-bear ruined a Christening… Read […]

11 years ago

Plenty of activities for your offspring…

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. This no-sugar, no-cheese cheesecake is a real thing (fact)… Read it here. GUEST BLOGGER: After-school activities and Summer camps –  how much is too much… Read it here. Has this grandfather invented a solution to sleepless nights?… Read it here. Feel free to […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. Dyspraxia: Do you know the signs to look out for… Read it here. This bizarre image of a baby in a tube has us bewildered… Read it here. Caught red-handed: 5 HILARIOUS times children try to get themselves out of trouble… Read it […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. One of these kids is drowning – can you spot which one?… Read it here. New father survival kit: words of wisdom from the dads in our office… Read it here. Parents illustrate 3-year-old’s hilarious quotes… Read it here. Feel free to email us […]

12 years ago

There are so many little moments that get us through til lunch. Whether it’s finding that miraculous parking space right beside the school gates, or an adorable quote from your little one popping into your head, there are so many simple moments that keep us going as parents. With four tasty layers that really pack […]

12 years ago

Super-speedy to cook, easy to eat and totally open to delicious flavour opportunities, succulent prawns skewers just SCREAM summer lovin’. Just pimp them up with a little bit of spicy marinade and boom – you have the easiest, tastiest summer dish. Just add a cold drink, a side of crunchy salad and all-important rays, of course. This recipe […]

12 years ago

The average intake of vegetables for an Irish pre-school child is just one measly portion per day. So how do you introduce a variety of fruits and vegetables to help ensure your little one develops a taste for healthy foods from an early age? Did you know? If you feed your smallies vegetables at an early stage, the chances of […]

12 years ago

No matter how much planning we do, we’re always rushing like maniacs and trying to do things (everything?) in a super-speedy way. So, with that in mind, we got this tasty go-to recipe for entertaining friends or family in a flash. Minimum time. Maximum results. This recipe for tasty prawns with chilli sauce is a fail-safe addition to your […]

12 years ago

No matter how you go about it, a road trip with the whole family takes some serious planning and preparation. There’s just no way around it. And in our opinion, you can never, NEVER be too prepared. The key is in the ground work before you bundle yourselves and the kitchen sink into the car. […]

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. “They were great young kids” – locals pay tribute to Irish students killed in balcony collapse… Read it here. 10 reasons why being a new mom is like being back at school… Read it here. VIDEO: This Dad’s 4-minute Summer ice-cream recipe is just […]

12 years ago

“He works at football”

12 years ago

One thing the baby books definitely don’t tell you is that being a mum is sometimes just like being back at school. Never mind the sex ed and biology lessons, education prepared you for life with a little one in ways that you may not have thought about before. Here are 11 similarities between motherhood and secondary […]

12 years ago

It’s barbecue time. Well, almost. And when the good weather strikes, you have to be ready, right? Cue swarms of people heading out to their gardens, peeling off barbecue covers and getting busy with some summer taste sensations. We love these sticky, finger-lickin’ chicken wings – perfect for garden cooking or for taking out on family picnics. So quick, […]

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. Princess Charlotte’s Christening a tribute to grandmother Diana… Read it here. Clean eats: 3 low-cal, high-fibre, Summer smoothies and juices… Read it here. Spend or save? You need these 14 thrifty make-up alternatives… Read it here. Feel free to email us your favourite […]

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. Parents invited to register for free GP care from today… Read it here. This (scary -looking) doll has sunburn to teach young kids an important lesson… Read it here. The Dublin Little Black Book:  5 go-to gurus for getting ready in a flash… […]

12 years ago

Want to know when your little munchkin will enter the world? Of course you do. Pop in your dates and see – and don’t forget to read our week-by-week pregnancy guides, and stay with us to get all your news, updates and funny stories throughout your pregnancy.

12 years ago

The coolest prize

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. Heartbroken parents have their toddler cryogenically frozen after her death… Read it here. Fertility guru Jessica Bourke: 5 things I’ve learned from my parents… Read it here. Summer camp booked? We discover 10 of the best outside Dublin. Read it here. Feel free to […]

12 years ago

Grab a cup of tea and read…

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. GUEST BLOGGER: The things only a pregnant woman can get away with… Read it here. The hottest new Hollywood must-have is Irish and you probably already have it… Read it here. Gwyneth Paltrow shares a rare snap of her children on Instagram… Read […]

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. New Moms who eat their placenta could be taking a big health risks, warn experts… Read it here. Our all time favourite top 10 ‘reasons my child is crying’ posts… Read it here. This clever duvet cover trick will change your life… Read […]

12 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. You know you’re a mom when… Read it here. There’s a low-calorie chocolate that prevents wrinkles (Scientists, we salute you)… Read it here. GUEST BLOGGER: Andrea Mara: Why the Fertility ‘time-bomb’ is nothing but scaremongering… Read it here. Feel free to email us […]

12 years ago

Salad season has begun. Yay for raw nutrients. Nay for bowls of tasteless, sad-looking leaves that leave you starving an hour later. Enter this light but seriously yummy summer salad – perfect for lunch or to accompany grilled meat or fish for a lighter dinner. It’s also spot-on for for a meal with a gal-pal. Add a crisp glass of […]

12 years ago

Some of these are fantastic

12 years ago

It’s time for a wardrobe overhaul

12 years ago