Police in Poland have reportedly disputed Julia Wendell’s claims. Earlier this month, the young woman spoke out on social media and told her followers that she was missing girl Madeleine McCann. Julia Wendell garnered waves of attention online after she claimed to be the missing British girl, but police have shut down the claims. According […]

3 years ago

Genius. One mum’s family chore chart recently went viral, with parents applauding her for her genius system. Working on a points system, Australian mum-of-two Keira Alexander created a spreadsheet that gives points for doing chores around the house, but fines for things such as clothes or towels on the floor, a messy room, backchat, or being […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley A popular kid’s multivitamin has been recalled from Boots stores after a mis-packaging incident. According to the Food Safety Authority the recalled product – Boots Kids Daily Health Multivitamins Strawberry Flavour – was reportedly mis-packaged with Boots Kids Health Multivitamin + Omega 3 Orange Flavour gummies. The latter product contains soya, an […]

3 years ago

Stacey Solomon is feeling broody after welcoming her daughter Belle. The mum-of-five gave birth to her daughter in February but is already feeling broody. A source close to Stacey Solomon told Heat Magazine; “She absolutely thrives in the chaos at home, so long as it’s all good spirits and none of the kids are fighting.” […]

3 years ago

‘I’m so bad!’

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Are you trying for a baby? A sun holiday could help speed up the process significantly, according to scientists. And it’s all to do with the weather. We don’t get much of it in Ireland so jetting off to embrace some sun could help if you’re trying to start a family. Apparently, increasing your sun […]

3 years ago

Dads should also have skin-to-skin contact. Most mums will be told how important it is to engage in skin-to-skin contact with their newborns and reminded that the practice has a whole list of positive benefits, for both mums and babies alike. But now a study has highlighted just how important it is for new dads […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley. Kitchen sink in the hallway, anyone? As Dublin house prices continue to rise we’re rarely shocked by high price tags anymore, no matter how small or run-down the property may be. However, every now and then a gaff comes along with the ability to render even the most jaded home hunters speechless. […]

3 years ago

A mum has slated commuters for not giving her son a seat on the train. She posted a video, which has now gone viral, of her son sitting in the aisle of a train. It is believed her son is aged between 8 and 12. Alongside the video, the mum called out commuters for ignoring […]

3 years ago

Was the school in the wrong? A mum has been “shamed” by her daughter’s school for letting the 11-year-old girl walk home alone. The mum explained that it’s a “short” walk and her daughter had been “desperate” to do it – but the topic started a huge debate among other parents. She wrote on Mumsnet; […]

3 years ago

It was her first time entering the lottery. Karma came back around in the best way possible for a Canadian teenager who as a kid helped the victims of an earthquake by emptying her piggy bank. She won a $48 million (£29.7m) lotto jackpot in Canada – with the first ticket she ever bought. Juliette […]

3 years ago

She let the friend and baby stay at her home despite the betrayal. A woman who helped deliver her best friend’s baby found out days later that her own husband was the father of the child. 28-year-old Hailey Custer, from Arizona in the US, was the birthing partner of her best friend in place of […]

3 years ago

You can start planning your time off for the rest of the year. Ireland has just had its first Saint Brigid’s Day Bank Holiday, a new public holiday, and the country’s first February Bank Holiday. The public holiday day has been permanently added to the calendar and will be observed on the first Monday of […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton. A croissant cafe has opened in Dublin! If croissants are going to be one of Dublin’s newest food trends for 2023, I’m all here for it. Aungier Street has welcomed a brand new café, one that specialises in one very niche food item: the croissant. Le Croissant Café used to be home […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Huge news for Bray, Bré. It’s looking likely that Bray locals will be able to avail of their own Penneys, as the bargain retailer is pegged to be setting up shop at the recently-opened Bray Central Shopping Centre. Although not officially confirmed, it is believed Penneys will open in Bray late this […]

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She is concerned it will be “too much.” But at the same time, this mum explains that this is the last time she will give birth, and so the last chance her eldest has to see a baby being delivered. It’s a controversial topic. The mother took to Mumsnet, asking for advice of other parents about […]

3 years ago

What was your baby’s first word? Your baby’s first word is usually something like ‘hi’ or ‘bye bye’. Some will say ‘mama’ but most babies will say ‘dada’ first, which is always a little disappointing when you’re the mum. However, there’s a sweet reason why babies tend to say ‘dada’ before ‘mama’. Babies who feel […]

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Do you think it’s time to get rid of bedtimes? Bedtime routines and the battle to get the kids into bed early is a major deal to most parents here in Ireland and we are somewhat conditioned into thinking it a failure if things don’t go to plan or if the kids go to bed […]

3 years ago

Abstain from alcohol completely. The health advice surrounding alcohol and pregnancy changes almost weekly, but this research suggests women should abstain completely if they are newly pregnant or trying to conceive. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) in the UK has revised its recommendations and now advises that even small amounts of alcohol consumed […]

3 years ago

“Greater understanding of perineal trauma is really vital.” Clinical data shows that 9 in 10 first-time mothers who have a vaginal birth will experience some sort of perineal damage, such as a tear, graze, or episiotomy, which can contribute to a slower physical and psychological recovery. Yet, half of the women surveyed did not know […]

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By Katy Thornton The decision will leave over 400 employees without work. Argos have made the shocking announcement that they are set to close all of their Irish stores by June 2023, including all online activity. This decision will affect over 400 employees across the 34 Irish stores. According to reports, staff were only informed […]

3 years ago

We love her for this. Angela Scanlon has perfectly responded to mum-shamers after one left a pretty nasty comment on her Instagram. The mum-of-two opened up about her plans for 2023 in an honest Instagram. She posted multiple photos, including one of her and her youngest daughter Marnie. In the adorable snap, Angela is smiling […]

3 years ago

Are you in need of new sensory play ideas for your baby? As parents, we are doing our best to keep our babies entertained, but sometimes it can feel like an uphill battle. Supporting your baby to develop physically, intellectually and psychologically is so important, especially in the first six months, so we’ve put together […]

3 years ago

Is your child as obsessed with Roblox as ours? It’s all they want to play with, but is it actually safe for children? Roblox is a kids’ game that allows users to design and build a virtual 3D world and interact with one another. But there is concern over some aspects of the game, including […]

3 years ago

It’s always the same thing when we’re strapping our children into the car, it’s always stressful and they never cooperate. Thanks to this new hack on TikTok, those days of constant battle might be behind us. It turns out there’s a hidden feature in our kids’ car seats that makes strapping them in so much […]

3 years ago

Delicious! Has anyone else decided to give up takeaways for the month of January? I decided to cut down on takeaways this month in a bid to save money. Christmas is always a crazily expensive time of year, so I wanted to start January off on the right foot. I’ve been trying to find alternatives […]

3 years ago

Who doesn’t want to sleep like a baby? Well – as it turns out – babies tend to not want to sleep like babies. In fact, to some of them, it would – certainly to sleep-deprived parents – seem like they would literally do anything but sleep. Well, parents – the solution might be closer […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Dublin Airport worker Dermot is our new hero. We all need a laugh in those 5am security queues. Dublin Airport security worker Dermot has gone viral for singing, dancing, and doing pretty much anything he can to keep early-morning travellers in good spirits. In a recent tweet user Colm Kelleher, fresh off […]

3 years ago

Did you know this? After you give birth you’re given a lot of advice on how to look after yourself. One of those pieces of advice is to not have sex for at least six weeks post-birth, but why? A nurse using the TikTok username @obnursejen uploaded a video explaining why you should wait and […]

3 years ago

“Why wasn’t my child included?” A mum has been left heartbroken after discovering her deaf child’s classmates have failed to invite her to parties. Her child hasn’t been invited to birthday parties, soft play dates, or other outings. The heartbroken mum said her kid has been going to nursery since she was 9 months old. […]

3 years ago

Feeling like having a baby has aged you ten years? You might actually be (almost) right. According to a new study, lack of sleep in the first six months after having a baby can add up to seven years to the biological age of new mothers. The UCLA study, which was published in the journal […]

3 years ago

No mama would ever intentionally leave their baby or toddler alone in a bath. But as your child grows, it’s tough to know at what stage it’s ‘OK’ to dash off to answer the door, check on something, or pop downstairs to grab a towel. Some experts say children from the age of four or […]

3 years ago

A little girl was left heartbroken when she only got two RSVPs to her birthday party – and the reason behind it is baffling. Her mum took to the internet for advice and to see if she was right to be annoyed after the incident. She explained on Mumsnet that they had sent home the […]

3 years ago

We knew it. Every bloody year Christmas seems to pass in the blink of an eye! You may want to think twice about taking your Christmas decorations down just yet. Apparently, leaving your Christmas lights up is actually good for your mental health. Who knew? According to Chicago environmental and design psychologist Dr. Sally Augustin, […]

3 years ago

They have become a staple of the festive season. Many of us will rock our Christmas jumpers for much of December, and these days, you can even get matching jumpers for the whole family – pets and all, making them our favourite festive fashion. However, what happens to these Christmas jumpers once December has come […]

3 years ago

When your little one just won’t flip around.

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Do any of these sound familiar? The average family will spend 11 hours and 6 minutes arguing over the holiday season, according to research. But there’s one day in particular that causes more arguments than the rest: Christmas Day. Research conducted by Bolsover Cruise Club, found that the peak time for rows on December 25 is just as […]

3 years ago

It’s a royal tradition.

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This is so moving. A teacher wrote a letter to parents describing what their children really want for Christmas and it’s not what you think. There was no mention of Paw Patrol figures or LOL Dolls, in fact, there was very little mention of toys or gifts at all. How heartwarming is that? When it […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton I need to try this. I don’t care what anyone says, there’s no way you watched Elf as a kid and didn’t want to try Buddy the Elf’s candy spaghetti recipe. Is the thought of syrup and sweets mixed with bolognese and spaghetti somewhat revolting as an adult? Somewhat, but honestly my […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Sitar Indian Restaurant have been providing the service for the last few years and are back again for 2022. The Dundalk based restaurant intend to ensure that anyone who is “struggling, homeless, hurting, elderly, shut in, or in any way in need of a meal” is fed on Christmas Day. The Sitar family will […]

3 years ago

“I know you’re up there now with Tom” Kelsey Parker has suffered yet more heartbreak after the passing of her beloved grandfather. In March this year, Kelsey’s husband, The Wanted singer Tom Parker, died at the age of just 33 after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. Now, she has confirmed that her “hero” […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton Services begin on December 9th. Last week the DART started their last-night services for the Christmas period and this week the Luas has done the same. Starting from this weekend, Friday the 9th and Saturday the 10th December, you’ll be able to catch your Luas after regular hours, as late as 3AM […]

3 years ago

Brought to you by DCEDIY This could help ease the pressure some parents are feeling at the moment. Great news for parents of preschool and school children as Minister for Children, Roderic O’Gorman, has recently launched the new funding model for Early Learning and Childcare, Together for Better. The new Together for Better model includes […]

3 years ago

Parents in Ireland have expressed their concerns about the rise in pit bull attacks. According to recent reports, there has been a significant increase in the number of dog attacks in Ireland. Local councils in Wexford recorded 54 incidents involving pit bulls since 2017. The Independent revealed that Wexford County Council noticed an increase in […]

3 years ago

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? There’s just a little over a month to the big day and we have so much shopping to do. If like us, you tend to leave your Christmas shopping until the last minute then you may want to hit the shops sooner rather than later. Some of the […]

3 years ago

It’s that time of year again, folks. The time where sofas are settled into, takeaways are ordered, and drinking games are kicked off. It wouldn’t be anything other than the Late Late Toy Show. And although we’ve all been getting sufficiently hyped for this year’s installment of everyone’s favourite Christmas tradition, sometimes it’s nice to […]

3 years ago

Brought to you by DiscoverIreland It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, mulled wine wafting up your nose, cute wooden huts and the glow of twinkling fairy lights. These warm and cosy winter vibes mean one thing; it is Christmas time. Now that the festive season is upon us, […]

3 years ago

Have you put your Christmas tree up yet? For the most fiercely festive households, Christmas trees are already making their annual return, setting the tone for the next two months of festive feels. Some are getting the trees out of the box in the attic, while others hold out for a real one, dreaming of […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Huge news for anyone who simply lives for a browse of the homewares and pj sections in a Big Dunnes. Over the various lockdowns, a trip to Dunnes was akin to a holiday in the Maldives. Luxurious, always surprising – a break away from the ordinary. Over the last few years, the […]

3 years ago