It’s a game-changer. For my own personal parenting style, I like to think that most of the time, I find a nice balance between chill and flexible but also being strict and able to do some disciplining when I need to be. However, I always found the issue of disciplining my children a difficult one. […]

3 years ago

Am I the only one who wasn’t aware of this? You will never in your life face a learning curve quite as steep as when you become a parent for the first time. I mean; there is just so much to learn, from how to assemble Ikea cots and soothe sore nipples, to how to […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton The day has finally arrived. The new two-storey Penneys has officially opened this morning in Dundrum Town Centre at 10am on Levels 2 and 3, where House of Fraser used to reside. The previous Dundrum store is set to become a Dunnes Stores, a first for the shopping centre. A spokesperson for […]

3 years ago

A woman has been labelled “cruel” after telling her stepdaughter not to call her mum. She explained that she has been together with her husband for a decade, and he has full custody of his daughter. She also shares three sons with her husband, and that the young girl is the “only one who doesn’t […]

3 years ago

Sometimes it is completely fair to resort to some trickery when medicine is involved. A dad who was struggling to get his child to take his medicine shared his own a nifty little trick to Facebook. His clever disguise for the common kids remedy led to thousands of parents across the globe applauding him. In […]

3 years ago

Good to know.

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert Gino D’Acampo left viewers cringing after an awkward exchange with Holly Willoughby on his return to This Morning. You’re probably aware that over the last couple of months, This Morning has been at the centre of a storm following Phillip Schofield’s resignation from ITV over an affair he had with a colleague on the […]

3 years ago

The end of the school year is approaching fast! And much as we are all looking forward to lots of time for play and outdoor fun, most of us are also trying to keep our kids reading books up for the weeks over summer. As we all know, that becomes a lot easier when they […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins She was even able to put on huge fake eyelashes A mum manages to do a full face of makeup, including false lashes, while in labour so she would look perfect for the birth – and she confirmed that it did not budge despite “hours of crying”. Tina Aragon made sure after […]

3 years ago

From the minute you become pregnant, prepare to receive lots of advice from anyone who has had a baby prior to you You’re likely going to be surprised at just how much people have to say about pregnancy and parenting until you find yourself face to face with Karen from the office and she is […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins A couple got the ultimate revenge against “sun lounger hoggers” who reserved their place at a pool several hours before they showed up. The Australian couple, Thom and Lisa, told of how they found beach towels left on afternoon loungers before 6.30 am at the Grand Barong Resort in Bali this week. […]

3 years ago

By Jack Peat The pair both lived in the same halls of residence and were on their way home from a night out when they were attacked The names of the two students killed in Nottingham have been revealed as Grace Kumar and Barnaby Webber. They were stabbed to death by a random man in Ilkeston Road […]

3 years ago

Be SPF savvy! We can only assume you’ve been outside this week, but if you aren’t aware, we’ve had quite a bit of nice weather. Over the last few weeks, the country has gone from parts of the Arctic to Costa Del Dublin overnight. And as glorious as the sun may be, we have to […]

3 years ago

You’ve got this. Parenting is certainly not an easy job. There is no manual, there are no instructions, no training, nothing. Only those who have been a parent will know how truly scary it was that day they let you walk out of the hospital with your very first baby – as if they thought […]

3 years ago

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert ITV has apparently offered to pay for This Morning employees to have therapy following the fallout from Phillip Schofield’s departure. Last week, Holly Willoughby returned to the daytime show for the first time since her long-time co-host departed the show and then the broadcaster. This was after he admitted to having an […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins A remarkable ‘example of survival’ that will ‘remain in history’ Four children have been found alive five weeks after the plane they were travelling in crashed in the Colombian jungle. The kids, siblings aged 13, nine, four, and 11 months, were rescued by the Colombian military, not far from where the Cessna […]

3 years ago

If you have a baby, chances are he or she has woken up at least once during the night. It’s a natural thing, babies won’t sleep for six or seven hours like we will, and although it’s incredibly unfortunate it’s also just something we’re going to have to deal with. Some babies, however, wake up […]

3 years ago

“It’s okay to stammer.” While the internet may have its flaws, there is one thing we can always depend on it for – to find or build a community for underrepresented people in traditional forms of media. Social media has thankfully become a powerhouse for the disabled community and allows those to be represented, to […]

3 years ago

We’ve all been warned about the terrible twos. I had barely had my baby a week and I was already being told to enjoy them while they were like this because it would all change once they hit two. Thanks. To be honest, I didn’t actually find my son to be that bad when he […]

3 years ago

Are you hunting for parenting short-cuts? We spend reams of time searching for instant cures for everyday foibles but sometimes seems like we’re just wasting time. Solving every single problem is impossible – that’s a fact – but here’s how to experience that high-five moment every once in a while to make life a little […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Toll charges on the M50 and eight other Irish motorways will be raised on 1st July. The increase will mark the end of the Government’s six-month delay of the planned rise. The price change was set to come into effect on 1st January, but this was postponed due to the cost-of-living crisis. […]

3 years ago

The Danish way of life of often hailed as a particularly good one The Danes (and Scandinavians in general) have the work-life balance working so much better for them. Office hours, for instance, are a much more family-friendly 8am-4pm, meaning Scandinavian children, even if they attend creche or after school full-time, tend to eat dinner […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert She said it was the ‘most excruciating pain’ of her life A mum was left with her skin peeling from her face after she used the microwave to make a poached egg. Shafia Bashir, 37, said she’d been in “absolute agony” after making a poached egg using a much-publicised recipe available on […]

3 years ago

A new dad has been slammed for his “demanding” list of guidelines to visit his newborn son. He explained that both he and his wife’s families are not “super clear on the whole ‘boundaries’ deal when it comes to newborns” and, as he was feeling anxious about being a new parent, he sent out some […]

3 years ago

The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly having marriage troubles. Kate Middleton and Prince William are going through a rough patch in their marriage, sources claim. The royal couple tied the knot in 2011 and also share three children together, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. However, they’re currently experiencing difficulties in their […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert An incredible teenage girl who was born in prison will study at Harvard University this autumn. Sky Castner’s mother was serving time at Galveston County Jail when she gave birth to Sky. Sky’s father took custody of her and raised her as a single parent. Now, the 18-year-old, from Texas, has received […]

3 years ago

“Ruth and I [were] deceived and lied to. One day I will tell the story.” Presenter Eamonn Holmes has accused Phillip Schofield of ‘deceiving and lying to’ him and his wife Ruth Langsford about his affair with a young colleague on This Morning. On Friday evening, Schofield released a statement to the Daily Mail in which he […]

3 years ago

Holly Willoughby has said that Philip Schofield lied to her about his affair with a younger male ITV colleague. On Friday evening, Schofield released a statement to the Daily Mail in which he revealed he had lied about having a relationship with the colleague in question whilst he was married to his then-wife Stephanie. In the statement, […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Move fast, this weather won’t be around forever. As Ireland revels in its mini-heatwave and we continue to hear stories about it being hotter here than Malaga, Benidorm and everywhere in between, you might be wondering where to head for a cute lunch al fresco. Well don’t worry sun worshipper, we’re here […]

3 years ago

It appears to have been deliberately tampered with. A mum in the UK is urging other parents to be vigilant when purchasing toys after she allegedly discovered a knife within the packaging of a doll she picked up for her toddler. Haleemah Patel, from Blackburn, claims she noticed a Tiny Tears Classic Doll from her […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert Passengers were left terrified after a man managed to open the door of a plane mid-flight. Video footage of the terrifying incident shows wind billowing into the Asiana Airlines aircraft as those onboard hold on for dear life. The door opened after a passenger grabbed the emergency exit lever on the door […]

3 years ago

It is among an incredible list of flicks. We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything streaming while you’re out gallivanting in the lovely weather we’re currently having. Especially with the 19 huge movies Netflix have just added to top up your watchlist. However, if you find a free evening between now and June 1st, […]

3 years ago

It’s almost that time of the year again. As summer hits and temperatures rise, it’s important that we are prepared when children ask to go the beach, the lake or to swim in the backyard pool. Although swimming is the best fun and amazing on a summers day, water is very dangerous. So, we should […]

3 years ago

It’s official! Patrick Kielty is the new Late Late host. RTÉ has confirmed Patrick Kielty will be the new host of The Late Late Show. The 52-year-old stand-up comedian will replace Ryan Tubridy, who will step away from the role following the end of the current series. Tubridy will present his final show on Friday, May […]

3 years ago

They could be very dangerous.

3 years ago

A coffee shop in Tipperary is facing a lot of backlash after they revealed their ‘adult only’ rules, with many claiming they need ‘some serious reflection’. The Old Barracks Coffee Roasters in Birdhill took to their Instagram stories on Friday to share the ‘adult only’ rules they have in place for the cafe, defending themselves […]

3 years ago

A festival dedicated to our four legged furry friends is taking place next weekend at Causey Farm – May 27th & 28th. Dogitude Festival will host a variety of activities for pups big and small and owners too, including a dog agility competition, a sheepdog trial, and several breed meet ups. The festival took place […]

3 years ago

Summer is only around the corner and as the weather picks up, it’s only making us get in the mood even more. And if you’re expecting a new arrival in the next three months, these baby names are the perfect ones to remind you of that time of year you welcomed your little bundle of […]

3 years ago

Are your kids sitting the Junior or Leaving Certificate? In that case – sending you love and light, guys – exam time is stressful both for kids and their parents, no? However, iRevise.com’s educational experts aim at helping students (and stressed-out parents!) with clever and useful advice in the weeks leading to up to exam […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert A shopkeeper recognised her from a Netflix documentary A young girl who was abducted by her mother and missing for almost six years has been found alive and well. Kayla Unbehaun was nine-years-old when she was abducted by her mother Heather Unbehaun on July 4, 2017, according to South Elgin police. Her […]

3 years ago

Are you constantly battling to get your phone out of your toddler’s hand? Screen time for kids is a divisive issue amongst mums and dads but one parenting coach has said that it could actually be a good thing. We’ve all heard of how screens affect everything from sleep to development but Livvy Gormally, a child […]

3 years ago

Looking to potty train your little one? There’s plenty of information out there on how to start the potty training process – but it’s all about picking the method that works best for you, your little one and your sanity. Which, at times, can feel like it’s easier said that done. But your biggest goal is to […]

3 years ago

Why the heck would people have a problem with this? A US mum-of-one recently went viral on TikTok when she took to the video-sharing platform to reveal that she is still living at home with her own mum – even though she is 30 years old. The mum, who goes by the name @maggieandsavvy on […]

3 years ago

“She told me it wasn’t my place to do that.” While a first period might not be a big deal to some, it can be a scary and overwhelming thing for others. And though parents don’t want to see their forever babies grow up, preparing them for what their body will go through during puberty […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert Footage has captured the moment a man leaving a job interview managed to stop a pram that was rolling into oncoming traffic with a baby in it. Ron Nessman, who has experienced homelessness and unemployment for years, was leaving a job interview at an Applebee’s restaurant in California when he saw a […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert A mum who wrote a book about grief to help her children cope with the loss of their dad has reportedly been charged with his murder. According to reports, Kouri Richins was arrested on May 8th in Utah, USA. She is allegedly accused of poisoning her husband and father to their children […]

3 years ago

A woman has been left heartbroken after finding out her husband had a vasectomy without telling her. She opened up about the ordeal in an emotional post on Reddit and told the public that her dreams of becoming a mum were completely ruined after he lied to her about the procedure. The woman explained that […]

3 years ago

At what age did your baby start talking? As we all know, our kids learn and grow at different stages. One might have a head of hair when they’re born, while others might not have any until they turn two. Some babies may be able to walk at just a few months, while others will […]

3 years ago

Now, let’s be honest, guys; how many of you wouldn’t sell your own grandmother for the chance to have a lie-in over the weekend? Yup, us too. Things get even more complicated when you’ve got a few kids knocking about the place. Well, there is a solution, and we are happy to inform you. And […]

3 years ago