He is convinced he’s the secret love child of the royal couple. An Australian man who claims he is the son of King Charles and Camila has shared a photograph of his daughter and claims she resembles Princess Charlotte. Simon Charles Dorante-Day has claimed for years that he is the illegitimate son of Charles and Camila, and […]

2 years ago

She claimed her mother-in-law ‘never really liked her’ The parent of a child expressed her horror at her “nightmare mother-in-law” after she fed the 10-week-old baby ice cream. Posting to a Reddit forum in which advice on how to navigate relationships with their partner’s mothers is discussed the parent, who remained anonymous, explained the backstory. […]

2 years ago

Using the wrong nappy size could end up costing you a fortune Being a first time parent is tough. Even with all the books in the world boasting the best advice for raising little ones, nothing can prepare you for the real thing. Everything is a learning curve, but this trial and error can sometimes […]

2 years ago

A 12-year-old girl suffered tragic effects resulting from her vaping habit Sarah Griffin, who hails from Belfast, already suffered from asthma and was rushed to hospital as a result of breathing difficulties. Upon her admission to hospital last year, her oxygen levels were found to be ‘very low’, and a scan then found her lungs […]

2 years ago

Dermatologists have noticed a phenomenon dubbed ‘vape face’ Gen Z’s love of vaping is leading to side-effects such as rapid ageing and skin problems, an expert has claimed. It comes amid news that children as young as ten in Ireland are taking up the habit. And an expert has now suggested that Gen Z’s love […]

2 years ago

Doing exams can be very stressful National Mental Health Charity, Turn2Me has published seven tips on how to deal with the stresses of doing exams ahead of this year’s Leaving Certificate. As the state exams continue, things can get very busy and overwhelming; preparing, cramming, writing and reading, we understand. It can cause a lot […]

2 years ago

Mother, a brand new pod brought to you by Her and HerFamily, launched this week The first episode of, Mother, a podcast hosted by Keelin Moncrieff and brought exclusively to you by Her and HerFamily, landed on streaming services, and, with it, brings important discussion about the impacts of motherhood to the fore. Keelin’s debut guest is none other than broadcasting […]

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The change will take effect from the start of next month. The Government has announced that its free contraception scheme has been expanded to include women between the ages of 32 and 35. From the start of next month (1 July), women in the age bracket between 17 to 35 will be able to apply for […]

2 years ago

We’ve all been there for a tantrum, whether it’s as a parent or a spectator. My daughter, while I love her, can be an impossibly stubborn child sometimes. Most recent we were at a café, everything was fine, we were sitting out doors having some cake when it started to rain. The trouble started when […]

2 years ago

How has no one thought of this before?

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‘Kebaby Food’ is finally on sale The world’s first kebab baby food has launched by a kebab shop, containing puréed chicken kebab meat in a new addition that is likely to divide opinion. The new ‘Kebaby Food’, RRP: £1.25 (€1.47) for 125g, takes inspiration from Kebhouze’s bestselling Kebby Special wrap, blending tender chicken kebab, sweet […]

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People have rushed to her defence People have rushed to the defence of a mum after she explained why she called her daughter’s dad “creepy” over the name he gave to his newborn child. In a Reddit post shared to the popular AITA sub, the woman asked if she was in the wrong for being critical of the […]

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The five-year-old was left critically injured during the attack. The family of the young girl who was critically injured in last November’s Parnell Square attack have issued an update six months on. The child’s family have been sharing regular updates on a GoFundMe which was established in the days following the attack. Marking six months […]

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This mum was understandably upset Our bodies change a lot during and after pregnancy and it can take a toll on your mental health and confidence. The last thing you need is anyone remarking on your figure or giving you tips on how you can ‘lose that baby weight’. Mum Kasha Rebant took to social […]

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People were divided by the question.

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This common bottle habit is one to avoid There are many parenting books around, but for the most part, when you’re a new parent you learn as you go. None of us are born perfect parents but it caught me off guard how things that seemed innocent enough could have serious consequences. One of these […]

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There are hundreds of unclaimed estates in the UK under Irish names A database of unclaimed estates, Unclaimedestates.ie, tracks Irish people who have passed away without leaving a will.  It contains over 300 names among which could be a deceased Irish relative whose estate remains unclaimed. Who Owns These Estates? The people listed are Irish-born men […]

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Do you agree with the grandmother? In Ireland – and certain other countries around the world – childcare is extremely expensive. So much so that many parents rely on the use of grandparents when it comes to looking after their little ones when they’re working. Others might have their children in part-time daycare, but will […]

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It’s one of the most popular names in the nation. Outside of the Emerald Isle, other English speaking folk really struggle with many of our most beautiful names. Names like Ruari, Aoibheann, Saoirse, and Cliodhna see English minds implode with confusion. Even names like Paraic, Daithi, Cathal, and Aine can bring the smartest New Yorker […]

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Brought to you by Caldesene Worried about nappy rash? Here’s everything you need to know. Most babies are likely to experience nappy rash at some point, and as parents, it’s so important to understand how we can best care for our child’s sensitive skin. With this in mind, we’ve teamed up with Caldesene to bring […]

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Research suggests a secular upbringing might be better for children Reports have suggested that raising your children without religion might actually be better for them. Over the last 15 years, more and more research has found that a household without religion can be healthier for kids. An article from the Los Angeles Times‘ Phil Zuckerman […]

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They marked their daughter’s milestone birthday with a renewed appeal to find her. The parents of Madeleine McCann shared a touching statement to mark her 21st birthday yesterday, and say they are ‘still looking’ for her. Kate and Gerry McCann have been trying to find their missing daughter Maddie since May 3, 2007, when she vanished […]

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Stealing someone’s baby name is pretty bad Choosing the right name for your child is a big decision, as it is one that they will have to live with for the rest of their life. It’s a decision where emotions run high and often the names that are chosen have some sort of sentimental attachment, […]

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Well, it’s certainly a sweet name… A woman who gave birth in a McDonald’s car park has announced that she is naming her son in honour of the restaurant. Analysia Beck gave birth to her baby boy in the fast food outlet’s car park after being stuck in a snow storm. However, following the event, the 25-year-old and her husband Daniel […]

2 years ago

“Please be careful” A mum has urged parents to be careful when their children are watching Cocomelon on YouTube. She revealed she was watching the popular show with her daughter, but it wasn’t a regular episode of the show. Someone had created a fake Cocomelon account on YouTube that looks like the real thing. However, […]

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Was she in the right? A woman has sparked a debate online after revealing how she refused to give up her pre-booked plane seat so a child could sit alongside their family. The woman, who shared her story in a Reddit forum called Am I The A**hole described how she purposely booked an aisle seat […]

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Bedtime, while it can be great, it can be a nightmare trying to get the little ones down It seems that the second we even attempt to put them down for the night, tantrums start and it’s a never-ending cycle of pleading with a four-year-old. If there’s a trick or a hack to combat this […]

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They’re making a new start Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly given their children new names. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have redefined their identities in recent years since they stepped back from being senior members of the Royal Family back in 2020. Since then, the couple have made waves with their moves, […]

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Pregnancy nose has been doing the rounds on TikTok. You know the videos where a mother will show an image of her nose before she got pregnant and then after often with a significant difference. Though at first, it’s mind-boggling, when you consider all the changes your body goes through during pregnancy it’s not that […]

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By Jack Peat She is urging parents-to-be to use a psychic medium to contact their unborn child and ask if they “actually want to be here” A TikToker hilariously announced that she is suing her parents for having her without her permission. Kass Theaz took to her social media page to blast her parents after […]

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‘The smell of the meat you cook makes us feel sick’ A vegan issued a ‘last warning’ to their neighbour because of a dispute over a barbecue and the smell of cooking meat. The conflict started when the vegan living near Perth, Australia, sent a letter to her neighbour, Kylie, labelled: “IMPORTANT MESSAGE” The letter […]

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A study has revealed the best and worst places to live. Two Mayo towns have been ranked as the best places in Ireland to live in order to achieve a healthy work-life balance. The list of five places in Ireland was compiled by energy price comparison site Switcher.ie. Castlebar took the number one spot closely […]

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It caused a stir.

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“They are being incredibly cruel” A woman has expressed her heartache after her sister-in-law gave her baby girl the same name as the woman’s stillborn daughter. She said she was extremely upset when her brother and sister-in-law confirmed they gave their newborn the same name as the baby she lost at 38 weeks. “In January […]

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Some have branded him a ‘male Karen’ A man has shared the drastic measures he’s taken to stop people walking across his impressive front lawn. In a video on TikTok, Thomas Lyons posted a video of camera footage looking over his lawn. As people start walking across it, an automatic sprinkler is triggered, leaving them […]

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A big prize has been won in Ireland. Lottery bosses have confirmed that the whopper EuroMillions jackpot of €166 million has been won. The life-changing amount was won by a player in France, however it is also somebody’s lucky day in Ireland. It was revealed that an Irish player has won €114,649 after correctly picking […]

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The cost-of-living crisis will be felt by families sending their children to summer camp this year Parents have been warned to anticipate high prices when sending children to summer camps during the school holidays. Research has indicated that it will cost up to €1,500 for childcare and summer camps for a family of two primary-school […]

2 years ago

This household item can help save your children in an emergency Button batteries can get lodged in the esophagus of children younger than six years old, or, if swallowed, can leave substantial tissue damage and gastrointestinal perforation. Ideally, button batteries should be kept far away from anywhere children can find them, but the reality is […]

2 years ago

‘Dodies are for babies.’

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A toddler’s parents were left shocked after she was banned from wearing her favourite sundress to pre-school. Sadie and Jamie Storehouse were reportedly told that their daughter, Lola, was wearing an “inappropriate” dress and must wear another top under it. The preschool in Winnipeg, Canada, said that the dress went against their internal policy as […]

2 years ago

Air fryers are amazing when you’re cooking for a family You’ve either got an air fryer or you’ve heard about how everyone’s got one – either way, it’s difficult to avoid air fryer chat nowadays. Between swapping recipes and whipping up quick nutritious meals, they have been hailed as the holy grail of dinnertime. Air […]

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‘I was today years old when I put 2 and 2 together’ People have been left ‘mind-blown’ after finding out why Will Smith’s kids are called Jaden and Willow. Will Smith is one of the most famous faces in the world, and his family have gone on to become one of the most famous in the […]

2 years ago

Her husband made the promise and now she feels betrayed A mum-to-be has been left furious after finding out her husband promised his mother they would name one of their children after her. Finding a name for your little one is tricky enough, but the woman explained on Reddit that she and her husband had come up […]

2 years ago

A dad has sparked a huge debate after he told off a woman when she called his daughter gorgeous The woman explained that she had been left confused by the encounter, and was turning to other parents to see if what she did was really wrong. She said that she had been standing outside a […]

2 years ago

When a toddler is trying to communicate something, their skills are limited. This is why, often times, they will go straight to a tantrum in order to make their needs known. While it may seem like the last thing that will cool down a meltdown, zoomies can actually stop the tantrum in its tracks. One […]

2 years ago

Everybody knows that having children isn’t easy. It’s a mammoth lifelong task. Say a partial goodbye to your social life, your hobbies, your sleeping routine – at least for a while. But it’s also regarded as one of the greatest gifts in the world, the gift of parenthood. Bringing a person into the world and […]

2 years ago

“I’m going in first class, she’s going in economy.” Lily Allen has revealed that she is planning to put her daughter Ethel in economy class when flying from New York to London, but will fly herself in first class. She admitted this situation during an appearance on her friend Miquita Oliver’s podcast, called Miss Me?. […]

2 years ago

The mum breastfeeds her nine-year-old daughter A mum has sparked a heated debate online after revealing she still breastfeeds her nine-year-old daughter. She told Quora that she still breastfeeds her nine-year-old daughter. The anonymous mother wrote: “I still allow my nine-year-old daughter to breastfeed from me, and she won’t stop until she wants to. Does anyone […]

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You gotta love that new baby smell Is there anything quite like the smell of a newborn baby? If it was made into a candle it would sell out in an instant. Yet what on earth makes them smell so good? Well, one person decided to spread their theory on social media. According to a […]

2 years ago

With the help of his mum, the teenager managed to get himself marathon-ready in just five months A teenager with Down’s Syndrome has made running history after completing the London marathon. Lloyd Martin, 19, became the youngest person ever in his learning disability category to complete a marathon when he crossed the iconic Mall finish […]

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