When you’re in the midst of child-rearing madness taking on the responsibility of a pet can be the last thing you want or need. But if you are considering another family member make sure you’ve asked yourself some serious questions before you take the plunge… Walking a dog, cleaning fish tanks, tending to crying kittens, and […]

7 years ago

I may as well come completely clean. Or not, as my house is never completely clean; because I’m a hoarder. I should clarify that I’m not quite at the climbing over stacks of newspapers, keeping my poo in a jar kind of hoarder but I wouldn’t rule it out in twenty years. I am surrounded […]

7 years ago

Why live in a tent for nine months?

7 years ago

Considering a Gaelscoil for your child but worried that your own cúpla focal won’t be up to scratch? Worry not, experts say children don’t need exposure at home in order to learn a new language. Children who speak two languages have been shown to have cognitive advantages in many areas, including quicker problem-solving abilities and […]

7 years ago

You’re not alone, mama

7 years ago

Hormones. Hormones everywhere.

7 years ago

Because everyone has a story.

7 years ago

That growing pile of ironing…

7 years ago

Having trouble keeping your tot in the ‘time out’ spot for more than 10 seconds?  Trying to get an upset toddler to remain in one place until they calm down is no easy feat. To help them go the distance, you need a gimmick. That’s where the sensory or ‘hush’ bottle comes in. Also known […]

7 years ago

Robbie Williams once infamously compared being down the business end of his wife giving birth to “watching his favourite pub burn down.” Male viewpoint aside, many expectant mamas do worry about how their lady-bits will be after their baby is born. So, how will your poor old vajayjay be after childbirth? What changes can you expect? Will […]

7 years ago

It just doesn’t get any easier than a mug of overnight oats. Literally wake up to a delicious ready-made cup of healthy goodness. This food trend is not going away – probably because it takes a couple of minutes and around five ingredients and you have a delicious and portable brekkie the next day. The kids will love these too. 1. Raspberry […]

7 years ago

The bump is everywhere.

7 years ago

Dieticians and nutritionists should probably look away.

7 years ago

It’s a lot of craic but it’s certainly different. Here are some things you’ll only get if you’re raising your kids in the country. 1. You have to drive everywhere  Country-living means a LOT of driving, a situation that only gets worse as your children get older. Journeys are made even more fun by getting […]

7 years ago

Many women experience pelvic pain in pregnancy, and while it is relatively common, it is extremely uncomfortable. Why do my hips and groin hurt now that I’m pregnant? The two halves of your pelvis are connected in the front through a rigid joint called the pubic symphysis. This joint is reinforced by a dense […]

7 years ago

Going through IVF, or having trouble getting pregnant, can intensify cracks in a relationship. Many couples going through IVF are so focused on achieving a pregnancy that they find themselves in the fertility relationship trap. Sexual difficulties, relationship conflict, financial stress, infidelity, and even addiction issues are all lesser-known ‘side-effects’ of assisted reproduction. For these […]

7 years ago

How many of these gems have you come out with recently?

7 years ago

‘We’re all a bit tired of the act now.’

7 years ago

Sibling rivalry is to be expected, let’s face it; however, all that squabbling isn’t fun for anyone – least of all parents. If the bickering is getting on your nerves, try introducing a get-along jar. We can’t promise it will restore perfect harmony in the household for good, but this cute craft might just get you a small […]

7 years ago

The first time I gave The Child the finger, he definitely wasn’t quite fully aware of life just yet. Or at least that’s what I’m telling myself for reassurance. He was about six days old and had been crying for the entire six days (possible exaggeration due to prolonged sleep deprivation). Now, I’m not proud of giving […]

7 years ago

There are some areas of parenting that I can hand on heart say I’m really good at: getting goofy and playing games with the kids, bed time stories and making them feel better when they are sad are a few. But there is one major area that I am completely shit at and that is known […]

7 years ago

Wishing for more hours of uninterrupted sleep at night? Well, then you might want to try this very nifty trick – that basically works by “tricking” your baby into thinking he is so full he doesn’t need to wake for a feed and therefore sleeps through the night. Curious how? Well, according to Happiest Baby, the […]

7 years ago

Have you ever used one?

7 years ago

The words ‘morning’ and ‘brilliant’ do not usually go hand in hand when you are a parent. The hour between 7am and 8am is basically more exhausting than a high-intensity training sesh. By the time breakfasts are eaten, the car is loaded up, forgotten items are retrieved, and we’re on our way to work, school […]

7 years ago

It’s a Christmas miracle. It can be such a tedious job, it takes ages to do and then within three seconds flat, all of your good wrapping skills are crumbled into a pile. Well, we have a new hack to show you which means your gifts will be wrapped in no time and will also […]

8 years ago

It looks DELISH

8 years ago

Making your own baby food may seem like a chore but in actual fact it can save you a huge amount of money. Supermarket jars of baby food are costly and by making your own you can widen your baby’s taste buds and allow them to try many different types of food. The average baby […]

8 years ago

A multi-tasking menu awaits

8 years ago

Backed by AIB. It’s true what they say. One minute you’re holding them in your arms wondering how they’ll every grow any bigger than they are now, then boom — before you know it they’ve started school, swimming lessons, guitar lessons, need constant new shoes and clothes and have a better social life than you’ve had […]

8 years ago

Backed by AIB Saving seems like the solution to many every day woes doesn’t it? From family days out before Christmas, to birthdays around the corner, events like these can take its toll on your finances so it’s always good to have a little bit stashed away. However the reality is that most of us […]

8 years ago

With a toddler in tow, you may find a lot of questions you get asked contain the word ‘still’. After a while, all this makes you feel pretty crap. Are you still not getting it right? Naturally when responding to these types of questions I can’t help but want to shout: are you STILL talking? A […]

8 years ago

When we parents make our way out into the world, for the most part, we put up a pretty good show of being normal, high functioning humans. A pretty heroic effort when considering the fact that we have scarcely slept a full night in several years and rely solely on stimulants, Peppa Pig and iPads […]

8 years ago

She’s hosted a Christmas feast for 60 years.

8 years ago

It’s all about YOU now mama!

8 years ago

As Irish women, we’re no shrinking violets when it comes to speaking out about the health of our families, friends, and children. But when it comes to ourselves, it seems we still have a tendency to brush things under the carpet… especially with one wee issue: bladder control. According to research, fifteen percent of Irish […]

8 years ago

Although it might sound counter-intuitive to busy mums, the best way to get more done each day is spend at least ten minutes meditating at the start of each day. Author of The Authority Guide to Practical Mindfulness, Tom Evans, says that while many people turn to meditation to help reduce stress or anxiety, there is a […]

8 years ago

I have made a BIG mistake. I have been forcing my family to dress their beds each morning the minute they get up. My reasons have been varied; firstly, we have so much to do each morning to get everyone out of the house that dressing the beds seems like a good place to start. […]

8 years ago

Do you dream of being the neighbourhood Nigella? Would you kill to be Susie Homemaker; the crafty domestic goddess with Christmas all sewn up? Well we’ve got the key to all of that and the eternal praise of your friends and loved ones. It’s all down to a clever little recipe that will not just […]

8 years ago

Having a bad morning can really affect your mood for the rest of the day but there are some things you can do to try to make those first couple of hours go well. We’re not saying that these tips will prevent your morning from being stressful but they might make a tiny difference. Also, […]

8 years ago

We’re not sure how we feel about this one.

8 years ago

According to a personal trainer.

8 years ago

We could get on board with this.

8 years ago

Working mums often feel like they can’t compete with childless colleagues, but the latest research shows that having more than one child can actually make you more efficient and productive. When researchers examined the effect of pregnancy and parenthood on the productivity of nearly 10,000 female academic economists from 75 countries, they found that women with […]

8 years ago

Remember squirming in shame as your mum tried to plant a kiss on your cheek at the school gates? Yeah, things haven’t changed much for your kids. These days, however, it seems blaring Daniel O’Donnell from the car window is much lower down the list of parental mortification methods than it once was… and kids […]

8 years ago

The best way to be full of energy for your day ahead is to get up in the right way. What is ‘the right way’ we hear you say? Well, like us, you’re most likely waking up feeling like you’ve never slept (and it’s quite possible you have not slept), but we’ve discovered that by adding all or […]

8 years ago

Another reason to get the mat out.

8 years ago

One of the best we’ve ever seen.

8 years ago

As unattractive as it might sound (and look), we admit that we regularly wake up to find ourselves on the sofa, heads bent back and mouths wide open. It’s a fact of life but it seems that you don’t just have to worry about getting caught in the position, you also need to worry about […]

8 years ago

It was the hybrid meal we all embraced and loved – but, alas, brunch has now developed notions. Fierce notions, in fact. From reservation fees (say, what?) and queues down the road, to overpriced Bucks Fizz and the totally unnecessary hipster twist on just about EVERYTHING. Here are seven brunch-related fiascos we can no longer be […]

8 years ago

The morning can be a stressful time for parents – there are lunches to make, kids to dress and places to go. The last thing you want to have to think about is finding time to make yourself presentable before you go out the door. Well, we’ve got you covered, here are some super simple […]

8 years ago