“I expected my friend to be upset but I was surprised when she got upset with me.” Close friendships often lead us to form bonds – or at the very least, surface-level friendships – with the significant other of our friend. Yet some people don’t know where to draw the line in building a relationship […]

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Everything you need to know about weeks 13 to 28 of your pregnancy, also known as the second trimester Welcome to the second trimester of your pregnancy! This is often considered the ‘honeymoon phase’ of pregnancy, as many mams-to-be find it more enjoyable than the first trimester – although not always the case. During this […]

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Breastfeeding is never a straightforward journey A midwife has shared a helpful tip for dealing with clogged milk ducts. When treated immediately when you become aware of it, she explained, a clogged milk duct will typically decrease in size or go away after a couple of days. Though, when left untreated, it can lead to […]

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The aim of the new legislation in Florida is to improve child safety online The Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis has signed a new bill into law that will impose strict regulations on the social media use of minors. This particular law has been named HB3, and is set to come into effect from January […]

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Brought to you by Avonmore Lactose Free milk Lactose intolerance is a person’s inability to digest and absorb lactose, the naturally occurring sugar found in milk. When a person with lactose intolerance consumes milk or other products containing lactose, they can experience a range of unpleasant symptoms, including cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and excess gas. If […]

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Thoughts? A UK mum has sparked a debate on the issue of ‘consent parenting’ after revealing on a parenting forum she doesn’t want people other than her husband and herself to change her son’s nappy. The new mum took to Mumsnet to explain that she wants to ‘protect’ her six-month-old baby’s privacy and was furious […]

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There is something so heartbreaking about the cries of a teething baby And if you are currently in the middle of these hellish teething weeks (months, sorry!), we bet you are currently on the hunt for something – anything – than can soothe your baby’s poor lil’ gums (so that you, and the rest of […]

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Your baby’s first year on earth is choc-a-bloc with milestones and firsts. One of the more exciting – and also slightly daunting – is the experience of weaning; introducing solid food to your so far milk-fed baby. It can be a fun and equally nerve-wracking experience. While it can seem more on the daunting side […]

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Brought to you by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. From subsidies to services, here’s what you need to know. Choosing an early learning and childcare service is one of the first and most important decisions that you will make for your child, so deciding what’s right for you can seem overwhelming. […]

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BY Simon Kelly The dog has since been destroyed, Gardaí have confirmed A child has been rushed to hospital after a savage dog attack in Dingle, Co. Kerry. Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene of the incident which occurred on Friday, March 15, after hearing reports of the attack. The child was sent to […]

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A mum has found a budget soap that cleared up her little girl’s eczema in no time. The mum, whose name is Sarah, explained that her 4-year-old daughter Grace has had chronic eczema for her entire life. The condition worsens during the hot weather, but her mum has found a solution to the painful problem. […]

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This woman’s husband has asked her to be a stay-at-home mum A mum of three has been left fuming after her husband revealed to her that he would be refusing to pay for child-care costs, instead asking her to become a stay-at-home mum. The woman took to Mumsnet to share her thoughts on the situation, […]

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He even included pictures A man spared no expense in getting revenge on his wife-to-be, he went ahead with the wedding and used his speech to reveal her infidelity. Instead of dumping his fiancée after finding out about the infidelity, he opted instead to serve his revenge as cold as it comes. On his wedding […]

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The terrible twos ain’t easy but one mum has shared some stellar advice We’ve all heard about the terrible twos being well, terrible so it’s always nice to hear that eventually, it does get easier. Here’s one mum’s advice on how to cope with your child’s big milestone. Pack away everything you love Toddlers somehow […]

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A new study has shown that talking to toddlers can help shape their brain development. Research from the University of East Anglia published in the Journal of Neuroscience found that toddlers develop much faster if they are spoken to from a young age after thousands of hours of data were recorded. Researchers used thousands of […]

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Why, why, why is my toddler suddenly waking at the crack of dawn? Developmental milestone? A change in the season? Another phase? Or is this just my life now? Tell me you haven’t asked yourself these and many questions like them, repeatedly, since you became a parent… You might have even spent one of your […]

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Mum reveals clever bed time parenting hack that may make mornings easier A mum has revealed she puts her kids to bed wearing the next day’s clothes so that there’s less hassle the next morning. Australian TV star Lisa Lamond said she dresses her two daughters – Arabella, 3, and Ruby, 2 – in fresh […]

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Struggling to keep on top of the mess, clutter and laundry? You are not alone. Our busy lives leave little time for keeping a spotless home – and let’s be honest; who wants to spend their weekend cleaning and scrubbing when you have just spent your entire week navigating a packed schedule? Not us. The […]

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The man is getting tons of support on Facebook for refusing to let the child go first. We all know that there’s a lot of politics that goes along with standing in a queue. Theme parks in particular are a stomping ground for major “I was first” and “are you skipping the queue” arguments. This […]

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This school shoe hack has saved us a lot of money One mum has revealed a genius trick for fixing scuffed school shoes – and honestly – everyone should know about this. Brighton-based mum Veronique McDermott recently took to social media to show how easily they can make scuffed shoes look brand new again – […]

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In a significant step towards fostering LGBTQ+ inclusivity within Irish schools, almost 40 educational institutions have been awarded the LGBTQ+ Quality Mark for their dedication to creating safe and supportive environments for all students. Led by Belong To, Ireland’s national LGBTQ+ youth organisation, this initiative marks a milestone in promoting diversity and acceptance within the […]

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This pupil’s teacher had a horrid response when she revealed she had her period A mum has shared her shock after a male teacher told her daughter to “hold in” her period after asking to use the toilet while at school. Sharing the bizarre story on Mumsnet, the mother told the forum that her daughter […]

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It’s surprising, but it actually workds.

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BY Nina McLaughlin The pregnant woman was shocked by the decision Being pregnant is one of the most exciting, but overwhelming times in your life. One of the last things you need to worry about is losing your job, but this was a reality for one pregnant woman after her job let her go just […]

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Are people being too harsh on this mum? A mum has responded to criticism after she was called out for letting her child eat food before paying for it. The shopper says that the staff member was judgemental and rude but others are saying that she’s in the wrong. In a four-minute video shared to […]

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A mum has caused quite a heated debate after claiming it is ‘morally dire’ if grandparents don’t help mind their grandchildren. Grandparents who are willing to help you look after your little ones are great, but it isn’t a luxury everyone can enjoy. Some of our parents work, others may be too ill to look […]

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Haven’t we all been called on to babysit at one time or another? A rather frustrated mum-of-five recently took to Reddit to explain that she’s had a falling out with her 21-year-old, who refused to help babysit his siblings – when they were all on vacation together. He wanted to “relax and chill”, while she […]

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Babies and children have a natural tendency to put things in their mouths. These include food, but also non-food items, such as small toys and household items. This, of course, can pose a serious risk of choking. Most of us are well aware that things like grapes, sausages, lollipops and popcorn can all be a […]

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Next level parenting. Look, we all love being parents for the most part, don’t we? But still – can we admit that sometimes we just need some peace and quiet? No, really – we do. And that is why we are all over this genius parenting hack mum-of-two Jessica D’Entremont just shared with her social […]

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Peppa Pig has been banned from one household due to ‘poor values’ being portrayed Brittany has four kids, but none of them are allowed to watch the kid’s show because Peppa Pig is ‘rude and stupid’. “Children are impressionable, always copying what they see and hear,” she wrote in a post online. “Aside from Peppa’s […]

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Is pregnancy not enough pressure without the pressure to look cute too? Being an expectant mum in the age of social media is not easy. Even though we try not to compare ourselves to other mums we see online, it’s hard not to feel like you don’t match up with the super coiffed Instagram mums. […]

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This is genius! If you have ever put your baby in their infant car seat, struggled to pull the straps from under their body to fasten them, or tried to transfer your sleeping baby from buggy to car seat, and then found all the fumbling to get the straps pulled up and fastened woke him, […]

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BY Charlie Herbert It’s the first Despicable Me film in seven years The trailer for Despicable Me 4 has arrived as everyone’s favourite supervillain Gru returns to the big screen with his Minions. After the success of 2022’s Minions: The Rise of Gru, which hauled in almost $1 billion worldwide, Despicable Me 4 marks the […]

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Maybe it’s time working mums go easier on themselves Mum guilt is a common experience these days, especially with working mothers as it often feels like there are not enough hours in the day. It can sometimes mean missing a football match here or there, or a ballet show or other smaller or bigger things. […]

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Having a period can be a pain for adults but as a teen, they can be even more problematic. When you’ve only just begun having your period it can be hard to figure out your menstrual cycle and just when you’re going to need all your supplies. As parents, we can make this time of […]

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BY Stephen Porzio She was seriously injured in the Parnell Square stabbing The hero creche worker who was seriously injured in the Parnell Square stabbing has been released from hospital. According to reports,  Leanne Flynn Keogh left the hospital just before Christmas. She was one of four victims of the stabbing attack that occurred shortly after […]

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“Sometimes being a mum hurts.” A TikToker has sparked outrage after sharing a video of her 2-month-old daughter getting her ears pierced. The mum, who’s TikTok account is @queennn_cee, showed her baby dressed in an all-pink outfit sat on a man’s lap. The text across the clip reveals that her daughter is just 2 months […]

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When it comes to giving their little ones names that tether on the verge of bizarre, nobody will beat the celebs. Although some celebrity baby names never really catch on with us mere mortals, some are beginning to sound like actual runners for our future children. When it comes to some names chosen by famous […]

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When children use swear words, it’s either seen as hilarious, if it’s not your child, or absolutely horrifying if it is. One mum is now stuck in a serious dilemma after she witnessed her seven-year-old daughter using swear words while playing with her brother. Describing the incident as a “real Christmas story moment”, the mum […]

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We’ve all been told to say goodbye to sleep once we become parents Imagine getting eight hours of sleep! Or having weekend lie-ins? Dream. On. But do you know exactly how much sleep you lose as a new parent? More specifically; in your baby’s first year of life? Get ready to feel tired, mamas. Very, […]

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Ferne McCann said it is “like liquid gold” BY Nina McLaughlin Ferne McCann has opened up about why she drinks her own breast milk. During an interview on Steph’s Packed Lunch, the mum admitted she drinks it because it’s “like liquid gold”. McCann has two children – six-month-old daughter Finty with Lorri Haines and six-year-old […]

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It feels like we’re knee-deep in cough and cold season While we’re used to hearing that these nasty doses will “run their course” as parents we just want to make things better in the now. Though we might not be able to rid our kids of colds on command, there are ways we can soothe […]

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BY Nina McLaughlin Kelly Clarkson explained her controversial parenting decision Kelly Clarkson has revealed that she does not allow her kids to use social media while they live with her. “That can be really hard on kids in general but especially kids with parents in the public eye,” the 41-year-old explained to People. “So I have […]

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Food always ends up on the floor in our house! We can all agree that there’s nothing appetising about baby food. It looks like mush whether it ends up on your child’s bib, the ceiling, or the floor. Too many of us have spent countless hours scrubbing the kitchen floor after our toddler decided it […]

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“Time outs have never felt right to me” Lots of parents believe in using the naughty step when punishing their children for misbehaving, but it turns out it could actually be making things harder for you. According to a parenting expert, this type of punishment is likely having a negative impact on your children’s behaviour. […]

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There are many different ways you can ease pain during birth. Every mum will opt for her own methods, but this could be worth a shot. Apparently, holding a comb in your hand can help you get through labour pains more easily. Shared by Fox Valley Birth and Baby on Facebook, this method apparently has […]

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The post has caused a storm online A bridesmaid has been slammed after thinking that her friend named her baby after her. Taking to Reddit, the woman named Mia explained that her friend has named her daughter Amelia. The friend plans on calling her daughter Mia for short, and well let me just tell you, […]

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A lot has changed in 33 years since Home Alone was released. Christmas is just around the corner and if you’re anything like me you can’t wait to finally stick on Home Alone. You’ve already watched Jingle All The Way, Ross Kemp’s Christmas Carol, and Scrooged, but you’re anxiously awaiting a date a little sooner to the 25th […]

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Festive fun for all the family.

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‘It works wonders for me’ A mum has revealed she puts her kids to bed wearing next day’s clothes so that there’s less hassle the next morning. Australian TV star Lisa Lamond said she dresses her two daughters – Arabella, 3, and Ruby, 2 – in fresh clothing for the following day because she doesn’t […]

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