Love it. If you have ever tried to get your kids to leave somewhere they don’t want to leave (park, playground, party), you are no doubt familiar with the absolute self-control you have to exercise not to totally lose it and start yelling. Hint – sometimes it’s impossible not to. However, US mum Vanessa Falone […]

3 years ago

Mothers singing to their babies is a universal behaviour that filters through all other cultural boundaries and parenting traditions. And now it seems there is much more to singing to your little one than first meets the eye (or ear). Shannon de l’Etoile, professor of music therapy at the University of Miami’s school of music, says that there […]

3 years ago

This can be a bit tricky. Whether you send your child to a playschool, nursery or creche, you trust that they will take care of your child and look after their needs. Of course, accidents happen and we can never avoid them – however, if your child’s creche lied to you about a particular incident, […]

3 years ago

Whenever I ask my children about what the best bit about their school day was, the answer is pretty much always the same – break time or PE. Running around outside, being with their friends, coming up with games and generally just being active and in fresh air – that is what my children, most […]

3 years ago

Whether you’re a sports fan or not, these names are fab! When it comes to choosing a baby name, parents will trawl the internet, their family trees and books galore to find the perfect fit. Many people opt to name their little ones after someone they admire and love within their family, but what about […]

3 years ago

‘My mum used to do this it absolutely traumatised us’ One mum has found an easy way to get out of making her kids’ school lunches every day – she makes them in bulk, then puts them in the freezer. And, perhaps not surprisingly, not everyone thinks Samantha Lee Woods’ lunch hack, is a good […]

3 years ago

The solution we have all been looking for! Most parents are generally met with silence when they ask their kids how their day was. It’s the one question that seems to stop them from talking as they gaze out the car window and act like they haven’t heard a single word you said. Although it […]

3 years ago

For the little ones who hate veggies!! If you have children who are not overly fond of vegetables, this could be of some major help. I quickly discovered that when it comes to getting some extra vegetables and even fruit into my kids, smoothies are my best bet. They taste sweet, look fun – and […]

3 years ago

Sleep disorders have been on the rise recently in children and the cause is being put down to too much screen time. The number of children being admitted to hospital for sleep disorders has risen over the last few years due to the overuse of digital devices, according to medical experts. They also advised that […]

3 years ago

Is it a boy or girl? There are so many old wives tales out there when it comes to predicting the sex of your baby, but do they actually work? I’ve had one boy and one girl and some I found to be true while others not so much, but the ones below seemed pretty […]

3 years ago

BY Simon Kelly The incident occurred near Castlegregory on Sunday A five-year-old has died following a tragic quad bike incident in Co. Kerry. The incident occurred on private property near Castlegregory on Sunday afternoon (August 6th). Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene where the boy had been severely injured in the accident. It […]

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In news that you probably already knew…

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By Joseph Loftus “The hardest part of being a trans parent is what other people think about me.” A trans man has fallen pregnant and given birth to twins after undergoing six rounds of artificial insemination. 22-year-old, Aaden Darr, is absolutely over the moon after giving birth and says he would go through the gruelling […]

3 years ago

By Charlie Herbert People were left divided by her behaviour A mum has told of the way she decided to get revenge on a woman who refused to let her sit with her kids on a flight. There seems to be plenty of debate on social media at the moment over when it is and […]

3 years ago

By Joseph Loftus I never thought I’d be writing about going to the toilet. Relationships can be hard, but you know the hardest part? No it’s not communication, it’s not finding time for one another, it’s not long distances, jealousy, or having different wants or needs, it’s knowing how to go to the toilet when […]

3 years ago

We need more people like this in the world. A Good Samaritan rescued a mum who was trying to steal milk and nappies from Tesco. The desperate woman stole milk and nappies from the supermarket, but one woman helped the mum out. Sophie Marie Bennett revealed that she stepped in and paid for the items. […]

3 years ago

This week marks World Breastfeeding Week. When I was a brand new mum, I remember feeling so grateful for all the brilliant breastfeeding tips I got from the health nurse at my local health station – as well as from all my friends who had done this whole newborn thing before me. Being a new […]

3 years ago

By Joseph Loftus ‘This living arrangement is the secret to our happiness’ Most couples will have their own methods and ideas about how to maintain a long and happy marriage, whether it’s regular date nights or trips away together. This is a slightly more unique measure though – simply not living with your spouse. One […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins ‘I just can’t shake the feeling that I regret having her’ A woman has spoken of her regret at becoming a mum and how she misses her “old life” and getting time alone to watch Netflix. Writing on Mumsnet, the mum of a 10-month-old said she couldn’t “shake the feeling” of regret, even […]

3 years ago

The research shows how high exposure to cleaning product chemicals can affect the unborn child. A recent study has found that children whose mothers were exposed to cleaning products at work prior to the child’s birth are more prone to asthma. The study, which looked at mothers across Northern Europe, Spain and Australia who had […]

3 years ago

It sounds easy enough. If you (like me) are struggling to save money every month, allow yourself to be inspired by this thrifty Sydney mum – who managed to save up a whopping AUD 1000 in just a few months. Speaking to Kidspot, teacher Chantal Llamas, 35, explains how she used the “Coke Bottle trick” […]

3 years ago

Facing into your 3rd trimester and wondering whether or not it is too late to take a little summer holiday abroad? There has recently been some revises made to commonplace guidelines, and the vast majority of experts now agree that as long as you are having a safe and healthy pregnancy, there is no reason […]

3 years ago

By Jack Peat It’s not just Rachel from Friends who can’t do laundry More than seven in 10 adults don’t fully understand what the washing symbols mean on their clothes. A poll of 2,000 adults found 32 per cent believe there are too many of them to comprehend while 22 per cent get confused by the […]

3 years ago

By Joseph Loftus A mum has gone viral on TikTok after giving birth to ‘the biggest baby’ weighing 12lbs 6oz. Erike Weber posted a photo of her newborn son who weighed in at an absolutely astounding 12lbs 6oz. The mother of two revealed that she had given birth to her son via C-section. Her doctor […]

3 years ago

The eight-year-old was present for all 36 hours of labour.

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These past couple of weeks, I have been doing a whole lot of decluttering and organising around the house. From my children were babies, I have kept one plastic box (one of those big ones) for each of them, where I gather ‘memories’ – be it artwork from creche or school, a special birthday card, […]

3 years ago

August is such a dreamy month. These late summer days really bring it home how much we love this season. The beach, the park, the sunshine – we live for this all year. And if you happen to be due your baby in August, how about letting the season and the month we are about […]

3 years ago

By Jack Peat  She was determined to hang on to her 1A seat A woman has divided opinion on social media after she refused to give up one of the best seats on an aircraft so a child could sit with their family. Sabra Zaraa shared a short clip of herself on TikTok saying she […]

3 years ago

“Babysit or move out” One mum recently reached out for advice after being called out for her attitude towards the topic of babysitting when she bluntly said her oldest kid could either “babysit or move out”. The rather frustrated mum-of-five took to Reddit to explain that she had a falling out with her 21-year-old, because […]

3 years ago

‘You feel refreshed after 12-hours in the sunshine’ A group of mums travelled to Ibiza for a 12-hour-long holiday after bagging return flights for just £34 (€39) – and returned in time for the school run. Rebecca Rattcliff, 38, decided she needed a day in the sun with her group of mum chums – Laura, […]

3 years ago

As the FDA approves a drug to detect the dangerous pregnancy-related illness, maternal mortality sees a small win The Food and Drug Administration in the United States have, for the first time, approved a test to detect preeclampsia, a leading cause of maternal death, according to recent piece by The Guardian. Preeclampsia is a potentially […]

3 years ago

Would you put food onto the floor to let your baby eat it? One mother did that, but after posting to TikTok got a mixed reaction… Neysa Brandon (@theepiklife) is a content creator and the mother behind The Epik Life, a brand name under which her family create content. She married at a young age […]

3 years ago

Barbie marketing hype extends even to the smallest children, but is the film suitable for little eyes and ears? One mother wonders just that According to a story in The Mirror, one mum turned to fellow parents on Mumsnet to ask if the film would be appropriate for her six-year-old daughter, after she was invited […]

3 years ago

By George McKay A dad has caused quite the stir online after he took his daughter (8) to get her head shaved without his wife’s permission. However, the man has been praised by many on Reddit after explaining the decision. Reddit user ‘aitathrowaway795939‘ posted in the now infamous AITA subreddit, to explain his decision. He […]

3 years ago

“By the time I realised it was a baby and not poop, it was too late.” A pregnant woman in the US was shocked to discover the toilet break she thought she needed was actually her going into labour earlier than expected. Victoya Venise, a graphic designer and social media manager from Louisiana, delivered her […]

3 years ago

If you’re due to give birth this summer then why not pick one of these names for your summer baby? Here are 11 names that simply radiate sunshine, hot sand, and a beautiful seaside breeze. There’s no doubt one of these summery names will be perfect for your little one. 1. Lir The Irish God […]

3 years ago

There’s actually a reason why your child is obsessed with Peppa Pig. Chances are if you’ve got a little one at home, you’re pretty familiar with Peppa Pig and have definitely seen at least one episode of the animated series. Or 1,001 episodes, depending on how much of a fan your toddler is. The beloved […]

3 years ago

Bedtime and toddlers just don’t go well together. Trying to put your child to bed can feel like mission impossible at the best of times, but there is a way to get your toddler to actually listen and head to bed when you tell them it is time to do so. We recently came across […]

3 years ago

It is the most overwhelming, scary, amazing experience most of us will have in our lifetime. Bringing a baby into this world – especially the first time you do it – is a major deal – and can, naturally, seem rather frightening. We just don’t know what to expect, and no amount of movies or […]

3 years ago

‘I have respected her pain and kept the secret through over 30 years.’

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When it comes to parenting, I am a fierce believer in that there are so many different ways of doing it, and whatever works for one family, might not be the way another family chose to do things. And that is perfectly fine. Because at the end of the day, what matters is that your […]

3 years ago

If you’re currently trying to get pregnant or indeed if you’re trying not to, there are some ways to help pinpoint your best dates. We know so much now about trying to get pregnant, trying not to conceive and how to best position ourselves (no pun intended) for either to happen. But whichever camp you […]

3 years ago

Improve your vaginal happiness, mamas!

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As trips to the beach or the pool are a regular occurrence for families in the summer, children can easily become drowning victims. Water Safety Ireland states thirty children aged fourteen and under were victims of drownings in the span of ten years. It’s therefore so important for supervisors and swimmers alike to be aware […]

3 years ago

Well-meaning grandparents, godparents, aunties and unles – step away from Smyth’s Toys now. Most of us with young kids are all in the same boat: Our homes are literally overflowing with toys. Some we have bought ourselves (ever fell for all those ads about toys that’ll stimulate your child’s mind or language or whatever…?). Many […]

3 years ago

Brought to you by Aviva Direct in partnership with Citroën. Are you ready for a road trip adventure? This summer, Aviva Direct in partnership Citroën are searching for two adults and two children to go on an Irish road trip adventure, to show that we can have holidays filled with fun without leaving the Emerald […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving A schoolgirl has died and six other children and two adults were injured after a vehicle crashed into a school in London on Wednesday. Police were called to The Study Preparatory School on Camp Road just […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins ‘They snack-shamed my 3-year-old’ A mum pulled her son out of nursery after getting “food shamed” by teachers who branded her kid’s lunch “unhealthy”. Posting on TikTok, the mum who goes by @peavymegan, told how she sent her 3-year-old off to his nursery school with a mixture of snacks, noting that it has […]

3 years ago

An Irish mother has been arrested for child abandonment in Spain. The 45-year-old woman reportedly consumed a large amount of alcohol during her trip to Majorca. Spanish police arrested her last Tuesday for a “crime of child abandonment”, Majorca Daily Bulletin reports. Hotel guests called the police after the woman reportedly abandoned her child. They were […]

3 years ago