How would you feel if you went into labour at just 25 weeks? Imagine if your baby was the size of your hand. For many, this is the case. Today, November 17th, marks World Prematurity Day which aims to raise awareness of preterm birth and the issues that families can face with a premature baby. Approximately 15 million […]

11 years ago

We’ve all been there – long nights with sick kids – but if you had to see your child gasping for air, would it encourage you speak out like this? A mother has shared a video of her four-month-old baby struggling to breathe in the hope of encouraging parents to get their children vaccinated against […]

11 years ago

Our mothers always told us never to leave the house without eating breakfast and it seems that it is a lesson to pass down through the generations. A new study has found that children who eat a healthy breakfast perform better in school. In fact, they do twice as well in tests as those who […]

11 years ago

The temperatures are taking a dip which means it’s time to start getting cosy, people! It’s the most important time of the year to keep the whole family feeling warm and snug. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Silver Hill Farm, Ireland’s leading leading duvet and pillow specialists, to give you the chance to win […]

11 years ago

It can be difficult to talk about certain health problems but it’s often the best way to spread awareness about them. Leanne Hammond from Dublin was just 18 years old when she noticed some changes in her bowel habits, including cramps. Thankfully she consulted her doctor and was referred for further tests. These tests discovered […]

11 years ago

We’ve all noticed the drop in temperature in recent days – we’re donning our woolly hats way more often and we’re adding an extra layer to each child – so it comes as no surprise that the white Christmas rumours have started swirling again. The odds for some snowfall in Dublin on December 25th currently […]

11 years ago

We all know that we should be checking our breasts regularly and that early detection is important which is why it might come as a surprise that one in three women don’t check their breasts regularly for signs of cancer. A poll, conducted by Breast Cancer Care and involving more than one thousand women, found that […]

11 years ago

As well as accidentally dropping your phone on your face (let’s be honest, it’s happened to ALL of us), using your phone before bed has another negative impact. According to sleep expert Paul Gringras, being on your phone or tablet can seriously disrupt your sleep patterns and could cause you to lose one hour each […]

11 years ago

Nothing beats someone appreciating the work, time and effort you put in. One man from Alabama gave his wife, who works as a trauma nurse, the ultimate shout-out. He took to Facebook to tell the world how much he appreciates what she does both at work and at home. “This is my wife taking a […]

11 years ago

A minute’s silence will be held across Europe today in memory of the victims who died in the recent Paris attacks. Leaders of the European Union have called on each of its nations to take part in the silence which will be observed at 11.00am GMT (12.00pm in Paris). As well as remembering those who […]

11 years ago

Same-sex marriage is officially legal in Ireland from today, November 16th. Today is another day that will go down in history as it is the first day that same-sex couples can give full notice of their intention to marry. It also means that those who have given notice for a civil partnership can now get […]

11 years ago

Mary Poppins is one of the most-loved Disney movies of all time with hit songs including A Spoonful of Sugar and Let’s Go Fly a Kite. And this Christmas it’s coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the show in Bristol and we […]

11 years ago

Campbell’s Soup has hit back at a homophobic troll on Facebook. Jess Hicks decided to tell the brand that she didn’t like their latest advertisement which involves a real-life married gay couple and their son. But Campbells For Help wasn’t willing to stand for this. They responded in serious style. The fact that they also […]

11 years ago

The nation’s favourite biscuit has been revealed and we can’t argue with the findings… or maybe we can and should taste all of the biscuits to clarify if the results are fair! Yea, we’ll do that. A survey, conducted by dunnhumby, has found out which treats the Irish love best by analysing the top selling […]

11 years ago

If you or someone you know likes to post snaps of their children on Facebook, this new feature could be very helpful. The social media giant is planning to warn parents when they are about to share a photograph of their kids with a ‘public’ audience before they click publish. This will allow them to […]

11 years ago

Your wedding dress is probably the most important thing you’ll ever wear in your entire lifetime. So it’s not surprising that most take months looking for their dream gown and celebrities keep the details of theirs under wraps. Whitney Port kept quiet about hers but the pay-off was certainly worth it as the first pictures […]

11 years ago

Being a single parent is difficult. Of course you’ll try your best to be there for your child and make the right decisions but you won’t always be able to and you’ll criticise yourself for it. Richard Johnson has opened up about his struggle to come to terms with raising his daughter Persephone alone. His partner […]

11 years ago

John Lewis may have had us in tears last week but the Sainsbury’s ad fills out heart with festive cheer. This year the retailer has enlisted the help of children’s author Judith Kerr who was the brain behind the books about Mog the cat. Despite passing away in Goodbye Mog, the furry feline is back […]

11 years ago

A judge in Utah has ordered that a child be taken away from lesbian foster parents. April Hoagland and Beckie Peirce are “heartbroken” and “shattered” after the ruling which came on Tuesday and has attracted a great deal of criticism. According to the couple, Judge Scott Johansen made the decision based on his own “research.” […]

11 years ago

The original Charlie & the Chocolate Factory was released 44 years ago… making us feel about 100! But this week a few of the cast reunited on the TODAY show in the US and let’s just say they’ve changed quite a bit. Not that we expected them to stay the same of course (44 years […]

11 years ago

Argos is recalling three models of Fisher Price car seats. Trading Standards has also issued a warning regarding the products and has advised anyone using one to stop doing so “immediately” and return it to an Argos store for a full refund or replacement. According to the statement on the Trading Standards website, the retailer “has identified a […]

11 years ago

Today a lot of people were affected by the traffic and disruptions caused by a serious accident on the M50. But one woman has drawn attention to the fact that being a few minutes late for work is nothing when compared to the fact that a 47-year-old woman was rushed to hospital in critical condition […]

11 years ago

Today we came across a study which said that men should eat garlic because it makes them more attractive to women. While we would have thought it would have been one of the foods to avoid in order to impress the opposite sex, it did get us thinking about the benefits of garlic. As well […]

11 years ago

A café in London has divided opinion with its so-called ‘no children’ policy. The Irish Mirror reports that Treacles Tea Shop has been inundated with comments after its staff allegedly told some kids off for touching objects in the store. Its owner, Eileen Potter, is also quoted by the Evening Standard as saying: “I just don’t want my […]

11 years ago

If you sit down every year with your family to watch The Late Late Toy Show, this news should put a smile on your face… Imagine sitting down on Friday November 27th to watch Tubs wearing your very own Late Late Toy Show Christmas jumper. Well, you won’t have to imagine. That’s right, RTÉ has teamed […]

11 years ago

Some days the only rest and relaxation time we get is when we are actually sleeping which is why we find the results of this recent survey a bit surprising. According to a UK study, commissioned by Toby Carvery, the average mum doesn’t put her feet up until 8.07pm each night. Considering that the majority […]

11 years ago

When we were at school, bus drivers were pretty scary and often shouted at us for not pushing the bell early enough or putting our feet up on the seats. Now, we spend a lot of time hoping they’ll see us running like a mad thing and stop to let us on. But one Belfast […]

11 years ago

This week the government announced a number of reforms for the private rental sector, under ‘A New Deal For Tenants’, but the reaction hasn’t entirely been positive. But before we get into what people are saying about the changes, here’s what the plan means for tenants… The most notable point is that there are plans […]

11 years ago

If you’re hoping that the weather is going to improve, you probably don’t want to read on. You also probably don’t want to hear that the outlook for the weekend isn’t looking great either (which means another weekend spent keeping the little ones entertained indoors.) Met Éireann has issued a status orange wind warning for […]

11 years ago

Everyone knows that giving birth isn’t the most relaxing process (understatement of the year), which is why you have a plan organised and your loved ones around you for support. For one woman, her husband wasn’t so focused on holding her hand and breathing her through the contractions. Oh no, he wanted to get the […]

11 years ago

If you usually use the M50 for your commute or school run, we’re afraid you’ll have to steer clear this morning after a serious accident. The road is closed southbound at J7 Lucan and will remain so for a number of hours, possibly until midday. Traffic is extremely heavy on the M50, affecting both the […]

11 years ago

Country singer Joey Feek is determined to spend her last days with her daughter Indiana. The 40-year-old, who along with her husband Rory Feek forms the duo Joey + Feek, halted all treatments for Stage IV cervical cancer last month and has now entered a hospice. But despite the tragic situation, Joey’s spirits are high […]

11 years ago

From Monday (November 16th) same sex couples will be able to get married. That’s right, the Minister for Justice and Equality Frances Fitzgerald has signed the commencement order for the Marriage Act 2015. It means that same sex couples who have already given notice for a civil partnership can get married instead. Those who have […]

11 years ago

We were never really into science at school but we have to say we find this video really interesting. It shows what breast milk looks like under a microscope. The YouTube description states that Rachel Lim, who lives in Singapore, made the clip when her husband brought his microscope home from work to do some […]

11 years ago

If you’re in a long-term relationship, you might be wondering when, or if, that big question is coming any time soon. (Let’s face it, we all have!) Well look no further as a new study might be able to cast some light on whether your other half is going to get down on one knee […]

11 years ago

Hallowe’en has come and gone, which means it’s time to start planning some brilliant Christmassy outings for all the family.  We’ve teamed up with our friends at Luggwoods to give one lucky family of five the chance to win an exclusive VIP trip to Santa’s Enchanted Forest in Saggart, Co. Dublin! With mulled wine and hot […]

11 years ago

While we are prone to the odd coffee or two (it’s needed on those days you’re on the school run and have had five hours sleep), we love nothing more than a good old cup of tea. But it seems that finding yourself at the kettle brewing a cuppa at regular times throughout the day […]

11 years ago

The heartbreak that some people go through trying to get pregnant can be immeasurable. But when it happens, the joy is infinite. For one Cork woman, her dreams of becoming a mother finally came true thanks to a new IVF treatment. After a number of unsuccessful IVF cycles, it was recommended that she and her partner […]

11 years ago

Getting married? Or perhaps you’re going to a wedding (or five – they always come in groups). The question is: are the guests allowed to use their cameras and smartphones to take pictures? Photographer Thomas Stewart is pleading with brides and grooms to have an “unplugged” wedding ceremony, as in one where guests aren’t allowed […]

11 years ago

Sophie Ellis-Bextor is certainly outnumbered in her house as she and her husband Richard Jones have welcomed another baby boy. The Murder on the Dancefloor singer shared a snap of their new arrival on Instagram and revealed his name (which we love). A photo posted by @sophieellisbextor on Nov 7, 2015 at 7:19am PST Alongside […]

11 years ago

Life can be cruel. Imagine being 18 years old and one week away from graduating from high school only to be told that you will die if you don’t get immediate treatment for a rare form of cancer. For Jack Bailey from New Zealand, this is exactly what happened. He was told by doctors that […]

11 years ago

Mondays are the worst day of the week but this Monday is especially dreary because of the weather outside (which meant changing ALL of the outfit choices this morning). But never worry, we have a video that is guaranteed to make you smile and help chase away those Monday Blues. Eighteen-month-old Zac from Limerick can’t get […]

11 years ago

Make way for meringue! The most delicate of all the desserts is our failsafe favourite – especially with a heady dollop of fresh whipped cream and strawberries. Salivating? We are.  These tasty treats can be tricky to perfect, but it turns out they’re not as difficult as they seem. Check out this super simple tutorial and you’ll […]

11 years ago

You can pick your jaws up off the floor now and uncross your legs – this story may also chase away any broody thoughts you have right now.  An Indian woman has given birth to the country’s heaviest baby, who weighed 14.77 pounds. (That’s over a stone, as in the equivalent of a five-month-old.) Firdous Khatun (36) […]

11 years ago

We may book some flights and start looking for a place to live as the happiest country has been revealed and it’s not Ireland. (We’ll have to start smiling more.) The Annual Prosperity Index, by The Legatum Institute, has put together a top 20 list of the most content countries in the world. The findings […]

11 years ago

An amateur baker has won the top prize at this year’s Cake International competition with her life-sized Prince George cake. And it is exactly as it sounds, it’s a LIFE-SIZED cake of Prince George. Lara Mason (29), who is originally from Belfast, spent 30 hours putting the masterpiece together but the time and effort was all worth […]

11 years ago

You’ve probably been stuck indoors with the kids all weekend watching the rain and if you’ve been out and about today, you’ll know that the weather is still pretty terrible.  Unfortunately, it’s not going to get any better as the day progresses and there is a status yellow wind warning in place. The areas that […]

11 years ago

Fancy getting your hands on a whole load of goodies from Pampers? Of course you do. We’ve teamed up with the good folks at Pampers to give our readers the chance to win one of five gorgeous gift sets including Pampers Baby-Dry Pants and Pampers Sensitive Wipes. Pampers has developed a new generation of Pampers […]

11 years ago

Are you looking to buy a new house? You lucky thing. Putting your own stamp on a house and making it a family home is one of the most special things you can do in life. But, while it’s super-special and you’re most likely already dreaming of the graphic print cushions to go on your brand new sofa, there’s a […]

11 years ago

Tired of your home being filled with the sound of super-noisy toys? Most of us have enough mayhem going on without adding singing toys the mix, are we right?  So, we’re teamed up with our pals over in the Early Learning Centre at Mothercare to bring you some of the best (and least noisy!) toys. […]

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