What’s your favourite fragrance when it comes to fabric conditioner? Floral and fresh? Fruity and intense? To celebrate the launch of Comfort Intense, a new fabric conditioner from Comfort, we gathered a group of Irish mums for a blindfold challenge with a twist. Each of the ladies was asked to identify a number of different […]

11 years ago

What’s better than a smoothie? How about a smoothie with caffeine that uses up leftover coffee… hell, yes. Wake up to a drink that fills your stomach, is super-healthy, and feeds your Mum brain too. When all else fails this smoothie will keep you going in the mornings, like nothing else will. 1. The quick caffeine fix […]

11 years ago

You can’t beat the Irish coastline

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This season we see pearls in a whole new light. Having tossed the conservative tag to the side at last this accessory takes on a very avant-garde twist. The pearl has diversified from stereotypical jewellery to clothing shoes and even headphones. If you were never a fan of the traditional gem, this might be the […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them… PICS: Kim Kardashian shushed paparazzi to shield her sleeping baba (and it was chaos)… Read it here. Why mother make better World Leaders (5 over-skilled reasons why)… Read it here. 20 notes prove kids are the best (and the worst) to get you giggling… Read it here. Feel free to email us […]

11 years ago

Broadcaster Dil Wickremasinghe appeared on Midday today with her baby boy, Phoenix and breastfed live on national television. To celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, Dil fed her newborn live on air as she joined Midday host Elaine Crowley along with panelists Tina Koumarianos, Sonia Harris and Terry Prone. Midday openly debated ‘attachment, mindfulness and aware parenting’ […]

11 years ago

No more teacher’s dirty looks

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Make the neighbours jealous

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This morning Kim Kardashian dispelled the myths about celeb-parenting as she disciplined the chaotic paparazzi in LAX airport.  Kim and her entourage disembarked a flight in the airport with hubby Kanye by her side into an onslaught of clicking photographers and screaming international media. In recent years, this Hollywood power couple’s fame has escalated even […]

11 years ago

Photographer Melissa Jean Wilbraham is the latest victim of a breastfeeding Instabanning. The Queensland Sunshine Coast Maternity Hospital photographer had her beautiful maternity images removed from the photo sharing site Instagram on the cusp of World Breastfeeding Week. Melissa’s raw images capture the beauty of pregnancy, labour pain, childbirth and breastfeeding in inspiring xposé shots. Her honest work is a […]

11 years ago

Better late than never, but according to forecasters summer 2015 is finally about to begin. Whether you are vacationing or staycationing, you’re going to need a new swimsuit or bikini.  These babies are on-trend, but body-conscious too. No matter what your shape is. we’ve got you covered via our mates at maven46: 1. The triangle bikini […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them… 8 things they don’t teach you in antenatal class… Read it here. Mum pleads for understanding after leaving her baby in a shopping trolley… Read it here. 10 reasons why good sleeper shouldn’t be a thing… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie topics so we can write about […]

11 years ago

When you experience this baby girl’s reaction to something we very much take for granted here in Ireland, you will look you at the rain with a smile on your face (99.9 percent of the time, at least). Watching the fun Harper and her Daddy are having makes us wonder why we spend so much […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our most popular posts today: Ever ‘Wonder’ what happened to these two lovebirds… Read it here. Curious about egg an sperm donation? Here’s one woman’s experiences… Read it here. WATCH: The age-old advice on how on age gracefully (from a seven-year-old)… Read it here. Feel free to email us your […]

11 years ago

An Irish children’s animation narrated by dishy Roscommon actor Chris O’ Dowd of The IT Crowd fame is set to launch on Netflix in September. The Irish animation series, Puffin Rock, is one of four original series to be aired by the site. The story centres on creatures who live on an island off the coast of Ireland. […]

11 years ago

‘Dear 70-year-old… ‘stay weird’. These awesome peeps from 7-years-old to 93-years-young dish out the ultimate home truths and they are so refreshing. When we question our next decision in adulthood (and childhood) having a few simple pointers along the way could have done us all justice… and still can. What the children and adults sound out in […]

11 years ago

As Ireland’s party-goers settle into another bag of Tayto to feed the hangover-beast (as the sun shines outside) one could be forgiven for thinking things just couldn’t get any worse. But, yes in fact they could. At least you don’t have to endure a beating or be frisked by the police before taking to the couch for the day. These […]

11 years ago

The challenge to nail fashion that is both comfortable and timeless is a perpetual one. A garment that resides in that limbo between mid-thigh and ankle, the midi skirt is underrated, and brilliant. Whatever your age bracket, the midi exudes elegance by lengthening the silhouette. Update your wardrobe via our mates maven46 and indulge in the following suggested style […]

11 years ago

September has begun: are you ready to DIY the heck out of this school term? If so you can start here. These fancy school jotters are fun for kids, but we’ve taken to stashing a few of the most fashionable away for our own use.  Make a few this weekend and you’ll be too cool for […]

11 years ago

Dust off the picnic blanket and charge the camera – we’ve got the skinny on some unique places in Ireland to visit with the little ones. Get the family motivated to explore some beautiful scenery and sneak in some natural heritage too. The word ‘staycation’ was invented in Ireland (I’m sure of it).  Don’t forget to make some picnic […]

11 years ago

Looking for grub that’s as tasty as it is nutritious? Little havens of clean eating can be found all over Dublin city if you know where to look.  Here’s our pick of the very best… Alchemy Alchemy Juice Company in Brown Thomas, on Grafton street Why I like it: This place is the spot for […]

11 years ago

Milk chocolate, milk teeth, milk-shake… oh, my gosh, milk goes with everything, doesn’t it? The actual nutritional value of dairy is reason enough to get the little ones to love it, but there are lots of benefits for grown-ups too. Make it easy to get your daily dose of dairy with these 7 healthy choices: 1. A super-smoothie  The quickest route […]

11 years ago

One. Two. Green.

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#winwithShreddies

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our most popular posts today: Offaly’s Claire Barnwell on family life in sunny Alicante… Read it here. 15 vital parenting rules you need to know (and that the books don’t tell you)… Read it here. Crying is for babies… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie topics so […]

11 years ago

With the new school year kicking off around the country this week, our little ones will be faced with a whole new schedule of activities and adventures – both in and out of the classroom.   This week we’re talking sports, specifically girls sports, and we’re bringing you 3 awesome games for your little ones to try out […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our most popular posts today: The QUICK tricks to hide grown-out eyebrows instantly… Read it here. Complaint about ‘erect penis’ on TV3’s IrelandAM:  Somebody please think of the children!… Read it here. Stage your own baby photoshoot: 6 themes to recreate… Read it here. Feel free to email us your top HerFamily.ie […]

11 years ago

Stop everything. We’ve discovered a brand new tasty game. The name of the game? Cake jenga.  We took it upon ourselves to build the ultimate Jenga tower; lots and lots of slices of sumptuous Victoria sponge cake smothered in delicious raspberry jam. We put the tower to the test, and our Sophie took on Liz from our sister […]

11 years ago

If you’re inspired by the countless jaw-dropping Pinterest baby portraits online, but feel that staging your own might be beyond your expertise, think again. A budget baby photoshoot is well within reach. Photographer, Annie Eftimie loves when mums and dads walk through her doors with a sleepy baby. When babies sleep, Annie seizes the opportunity […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our most popular posts today: 10 reasons why good sleeper shouldn’t be a thing… Read it here. Pregnant French tourist launches search for ‘really cute’ lover… Read it here. Mum pleads for understanding after leaving her baby in a shopping trolley… Read it here. Feel free to email us your […]

11 years ago

Unruly hair follicles are a common cause of grief. There is simply no time for the preening, but you can’t leave them in a state either. What’s a gal to do?  Shazam! Prepare to be amazed with these tools and quick techniques for no-hassle supermodel brows: 1. The Huberbrow Good shape overall. Needs a little TLC from […]

11 years ago

One thing’s for sure: our tear ducts are certainly not ‘bulletproof’ after watching these two Irish siblings belt out their rendition of Titanium by my iconic house DJ, David Guetta. The lyrics take on a new meaning when you see big sister, Leah, singing it to little brother Noah, who has Down Syndrome. The Louth duo […]

11 years ago

When it comes to beauty products, less is most certainly more. Having a bounty of pots and tubes on the dressing table is not going to save you time, it’s actually a path to more stress. Multi-tasking skincare choices that bring you from day to evening with little effort are the path to cosmetic redemption.  These […]

11 years ago

Ehm, could the Beckhams make us more jealous of their family social snaps? Yep, yep, they could. When it comes to the daddy-baby bond, David has nailed it once again.  Old Goldenballs always puts the right foot forward and makes us all swoon with delight over his doting. Daddy David shared some ink he got […]

11 years ago

If you have not attended a GAA hurling or football match in your lifetime, you haven’t lived (serious face). When I attend with my sports-mad nieces and nephews, a super-fun day is inevitable. August is when all eyes are on Croke Park, as the Championship reaches All-Ireland Quarter and Semi Final stages, so now is the time […]

11 years ago

White kicks are my ultimate splurge and go with my entire wardrobe, (even the dresses). I personally own twenty million pairs, but really all you need is one perfect pair. Update your shoe wardrobe via our mates maven46 and spoil yourself one last time this ‘Summer’… We love these (L – R) Pharell Supershell Superstar trainer by […]

11 years ago

Clean, green skincare delivered.

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It couldn’t be easier

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The films I love to watch seem to revolve around the themes of comedy, silliness and action (my favourite) and the concept of how things can happen despite our best intentions.  The latest one to tick all of those boxes and star the ride Owen Wilson is No Escape (Cert 15a), which hits cinemas on Friday, September […]

11 years ago

Fancy winning an assortment of fab products from Comfort? Well, look not further! To celebrate the launch of Comfort Intense, a new fabric conditioner from Comfort, we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to win a gorgeous hamper full of Comfort products, along with a whopping €150 voucher for Tesco! Every drop of the new Comfort […]

11 years ago

In case you missed them, here are our top three stories today. IKEA cot warning: Baby died when pyjamas got caught on hook… Read here: Six amazing Irish hotels where kids can run free (and parents can relax)… Read here: Doctor Google helped this couple diagnose their baby’s unusual condition… Read here:

11 years ago

With the big return to school just around the corner, there is lots of shopping to be done. Lots and lots of it.  That’s why we’ve teamed up with the good folks at Vhi Healthcare to give one lucky reader the chance to win a whopping €250 One4all voucher! With Vhi Healthcare, kids are half-price on all One […]

11 years ago

Pop’ular with the whole family

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Jaelynne and Jordanne share what their family think and feel about Equality

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Picnic baskets at the ready! The back-to-school rush is nearly upon us (how did that happen?) and we’re determined to make the most of these last precious weeks of holiday time.  And when the sun shines in Ireland, there’s nothing better than bundling everyone into the car and hitting the road for a family picnic. […]

11 years ago

A super tasty treat

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Hands up if you’ve got a little camogie fan in your house? Well, have we got the prize for you.  As proud sponsor of both hurling and camogie, Liberty Insurance launched a new initiative this year, SupportHerSport, to get parents actively involved in their daughters’ sports, either as participants or spectators. As part of this, […]

11 years ago

So long… farewell. I hate to say goodbye…

11 years ago

Raid the kitchen for these clever pampering products

11 years ago

What thought processes are associated with children’s doodles?

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