This is the 8th swimming-related death in Ireland over the past week. A 14-year-old has passed away after a swimming accident in Monaghan. It is believed the teenager got into difficulty when he was swimming in Hollywood lake in Monaghan. He was pulled from the lake and airlifted to Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Despite the […]

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These addictive reads are perfect if you’ve got a bookworm in your house. Reading has been our saving grace during the pandemic. Books have kept us company and made those dreary days of lockdown that little bit more entertaining. Luckily enough, teenagers have been reading more than ever during the past few months. Between COVID-19 […]

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Montessori teachers swear by these 9 key phrases in helping our kids develop. We truly don’t know what we would do without our kids’ Montessori teachers. They’ve got enough patience to last a lifetime, they’re kind, encouraging, and make motherhood the tiniest bit easier. They’re helping our children develop and grow and seriously never get […]

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Raine Whispers has made history as their first-ever non-binary character. Disney has created some of the most iconic animated characters of our time. Mickey Mouse, Dumbo, Ursula, Winnie The Pooh, Cinderella, and Nemo are all household names because of the legendary movies that shaped our childhoods. And now Disney is set to introduce another iconic […]

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“She is my hero and she is my angel.” Natasha Core has been remembered as a loving mother and a hero. The mum tragically died trying to save her son in Swan Lake in Cavan last week. She was laid to rest this weekend. During her funeral service, the mum’s loved ones reflected on her […]

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“These measures protect pupils, their parents, and school staff.” Minister for Education Norma Foley has stressed that re-opening schools fully is a top priority for the government. She said the current plan is for schools to open fully in September. Parents have expressed their concerns about the re-opening of schools as cases continue to rise […]

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Is anyone else struggling to sleep at the moment? Getting a full night’s sleep during a heatwave just isn’t happening for us. The temperatures are still in the late teens when we hit the hay and it’s honestly too warm to even go near our duvet. Is anyone else struggling to catch some decent shut-eye […]

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Dealing with body confidence issues is hard enough so let’s abandon the pass remarkable comments. There’s so much to love about this time of year. The late sunsets, the bright blue skies that greet you when you open the blinds in the morning. Eating 99s and BBQ food as often as possible. Visiting your favourite […]

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“She was a wonderful mother, a fantastic mother.” The passing of mum-of-two Natasha Core has completely broken the hearts of her loved ones, locals in Loch Gowna, and people across the country. Tributes have been pouring in since a tragic lake incident claimed the life of the young mum. It is understood that the 29-year-old […]

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The set has been taken down and we’re a tiny bit heartbroken. The Disenchanted cast has bid farewell to Enniskerry this week. Filming on the magical Disney movie officially ended yesterday, Gardaí confirmed. “Last scene shot yesterday in Enniskerry. Farewell to Disney, farewell to lots of Goofy parking, to eating Minnie ice creams & to […]

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“Just let the deer be deer in their home and let the wildlife stay wild.” Families are being warned about feeding the deer in Phoenix Park. Research has found that feeding the deer is actually causing more harm than good. According to UCD student Laura Griffin, the food people are giving them is like “junk […]

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“There is a danger that they will overestimate their ability and underestimate the risks.” A 15-year-old boy has died in a drowning accident in Lough Sheelin. The teenager was recovered from the water yesterday afternoon. Emergency services rushed him to CHI Temple Street. He was in a serious condition when he arrived at the hospital. […]

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It is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of transient synovitis. One mum is raising awareness about this common health issue that caused her daughter to stop walking. Angela Angers is opening up about her daughter’s transient synovitis diagnosis to help other parents notice the signs. One morning Angela’s daughter developed a […]

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The couple could face up to 20 years in prison if found guilty. A couple has been charged with the death of a firefighter after their gender reveal party caused the El Dorado wildfire. They both pleaded not guilty to the charges. They have been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a pyrotechnic device caused the […]

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The father never gave up looking for his beloved son. Parents have finally been reunited with their abducted son after 24 years. Guo Gangtang and his wife never stopped searching for their son, who was abducted when he was playing outside their family home. He was only 2-years-old. “My baby, you came back!” said his […]

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It’s a great day for the Parish! Hollywood just can’t get enough of Ireland at the moment. Between Matt Damon, the Disenchanted cast, and Florence Pugh, the biggest stars are flocking to the Emerald Isle this year. And now actress, model, and businesswoman Emily Ratajkowski has revealed her love for the Rebels. It was revealed […]

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We miss the days when bills and rent were the things only grown-ups had to worry about. Remember those blissful times? One thing we miss most about childhood is just how care-free we felt, however, one 5-year-old is getting a taste of adult life a little earlier than expected. One mum revealed that her 5-year-old […]

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The public is being asked to avoid swimming at both beaches. Jumping into the cool Irish sea has been an absolute blessing during this heatwave. For once, we’re grateful for the chilly sea, but swimmers are now being warned to avoid two Dublin beaches. A Do Not Swim notice has been issued for both south […]

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The royals have shared an adorable birthday portrait of their eldest son. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released a special photo to mark Prince George’s 8th birthday. The parents proudly shared the snap of a beaming Prince George who is sitting on top of a Land Rover. The photo, which was taken by […]

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“Mary really is Benjamin’s best friend. She’s his first best friend.” The pandemic has forced many friendships to drift apart. Millions of friends have been missing out on quality time with their nearest and dearest, but the lockdown has caused one duo to grow closer. 2-year-old Benjamin Olson has befriended his 99-year-old neighbour Mary O’Neill. […]

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He was rushed to A&E and diagnosed with second-degree burns. One mum has issued a warning to other parents after her son suffered an extreme sunburn. Laura Daly explained that her 15-year-old son Rian had applied suncream but entered the sea too soon after application. She told The Independent, “What I feel happened is that it […]

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Warning: Some readers may find details in this article triggering Wouldn’t it be nice if you could eat a croissant for breakfast without it being deemed a big treat? I was out on a walk this morning. The sun was shining and the smell wafting down the road from our local SuperValu was heavenly. Like […]

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Just when we thought Ireland couldn’t be more like Australia this week… Irish beach-goers got the shock of their lives when they spotted sharks swimming close to the shore. Families were embracing the beautiful sunshine and high temperatures at Keem Bay in Achill, Co Mayo when the unexpected visitors caught their attention. The moment was […]

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Dyson fans and Irish Mammy salads have taken over Ireland this week. I’ve never hated my duvet more than I have the past week. Ireland’s heatwave has reminded us that we’re simply not cut out for these soaring temperatures. I feel like the sun got lost on its way to Spain so if it could […]

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“We absolutely need them to allow people to work.” The increase in COVID-19 cases across the island of Ireland has been intense. Watching the daily case numbers reach over 1000 has definitely reminded us of the darker days of the pandemic, but experts have stressed that the majority of people being infected with the Delta […]

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“We’re not safe until we’re all safe” Ireland’s vaccine rollout is picking up speed with 18-34-year-olds receiving appointments this month. Almost 3 million have now been fully vaccinated, according to the HSE. With vaccination figures increasing and entire cohorts protected, people are now wondering when and if children should be vaccinated. The COVID-19 vaccine has […]

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“Please stop paying grown-ass men to hide and hunt children.” Blake Lively has called out paparazzi after an incident involving her three children. The Gossip Girl alum said something needs to be done about the paparazzi taking photos of and following children because it is so harmful and frightening for them. She explained that photos […]

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“5 thugs outnumbered him, punched him, broke his nose.” RTÉ news presenter Ray Kennedy’s son was attacked by a gang on Friday night. His son Ciaran, who is only 19, was targeted by a group of five who punched him and broke his nose. Confirming the brutal attack, Kennedy said: “I confirm my son was […]

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“Please remember the family in your prayers.” A 13-year-old boy has sadly passed away while swimming in Co. Down. The teenager got into trouble when he was swimming in the Canal Court area of Scarva yesterday afternoon. It is believed emergency services were alerted shortly after 3.30 pm, but despite their rapid response the boy […]

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The singer said she wanted to be a mother more than anything in the world. Halsey is officially a mum! The singer announced the birth of her first child on Instagram this afternoon and the photos are stunning. The new mum revealed her baby boy was born on July 14. She decided to call him […]

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Every kid tells little white lies and more often than not, we can tell when they’re spoofing. Parents have a special intuition about lies, but sometimes it can be hard to tell whether they’re bluffing or not! One mum has shared a genius hack to stop her children from lying to her and we’re VERY […]

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“She looks too pure to be pink!” The true stars of Grease are finally getting their own spin-off and we’re more than ready for it! The Pink Ladies are set to return to our screens in a new TV series called Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies. The Paramount Television Studios production tells the origin […]

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The kids are going to be over the moon! Cocomelon may drive us mad, but it does keep the kids quiet and for that, we’re eternally grateful. The popular Netflix series is a huge hit with kids so there’s no doubt they’ll be delighted to hear a sequel is in the works. CoComelon and Little […]

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His daughter revealed the shocking inspiration behind her name. A word of advice, definitely don’t seek baby name inspiration from this dad. Many parents will choose a family name or may honour their midwife by giving their tiny tot the same moniker. Others opt for flower names, Irish names, or even royal ones. However, one […]

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He said they should be allowed to sell the site. A high-profile priest has claimed nuns are being bullied into gifting maternity hospital land. Fr Brendan Hoban claimed that “a sustained effort is being made to bully the Sisters of Charity” into giving the 29-acre site at St. Vincent’s Hospital away. He believes they shouldn’t […]

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The family did not sustain any major injuries. A family of five has been rescued from a burning boat on Lough Derg. Members of the public, the Irish Coast Guard, and RNLI lifeboat members helped save the family who was on board the boat when it caught fire. A mayday call was issued on Sunday […]

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This is actually such a clever idea! One mum has shared a golden bit of advice with new breastfeeding mothers and we’re sorry we didn’t think of this sooner. Mum Cassondra Rolland posted a TikTok of the simple way she stores her breastmilk and is receiving heaps of praise from mums across the globe! She […]

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What do you think of this method? When I’m watching TV I like to be curled up with a blanket, a decent selection of snacks, and a cuppa tea. The last thing I want to do is run on a treadmill so I can enjoy an episode of Gilmore Girls. However, one mum has told […]

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This is going to make our lives so much easier! It is time to bid farewell to those sleepless nights! One mum has answered our prayers by sharing the most helpful sleeping hack that is bound to make your life easier. If your child struggles to get some shut-eye and would rather stay up all […]

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This is going to come in handy! There is nothing quite as annoying as when you’re talking to someone and they don’t even respond because they’re so engrossed in their phone. People are now so obsessed with their devices that it is impacting their relationships. One person who knows this all too well is Joanna […]

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“She threw a kid out the window!” An Ohio mum has been arrested for throwing her child out of a second-story window. 37-year-old Candace Johnson threw her toddler out of the window just as police arrived on the scene. The incident took place at her home in the 1300 block of Linwood Avenue Southwest in […]

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“Both our heart rates instantly plummeting.” Selling Sunset star Christine Quinn has opened up about her birth experience. The mum admitted that she felt “hopeless, terrified, and to this day traumatized”. Both myself, and baby Christian are lucky to be alive,” the mum said. Quinn explained that she was filming on the day her water […]

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“I’m losing it over making a bunk bed.” Stacey Solomon has given fans an update on her fourth pregnancy and her hormones have taken hold. The mum opened up about how she is constantly feeling angry during this pregnancy. She told her Instagram followers, “I’m really angry at the moment, just in general, I’m so […]

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86 women have taken part in the trial so far. Experts have expressed their concerns about a trial involving inducing healthy first-time mothers at Dublin’s Rotunda Hospital. The trial, which started in November 2020, has been criticised for how it is being advertised to pregnant women who may consider taking part. 86 women have taken […]

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“Check-in with yourself and pay attention to what you feel.” As restrictions continue to ease, normal life gets closer and closer. This indescribable chapter is slowly coming to an end after 16 months of masks, rising case numbers, and NPHET briefings. Are you ready for it because I don’t think I am? The easing of […]

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Parents believe schools need to do more to decrease the costs. The cost of sending children to school has increased again, a new study has found. Sending your child to secondary school is almost costing parents a whopping €1500, which has increased by €24 since last year. The average family is spending €1,491 on back-to-school […]

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No parent should ever be treated like this. One mum was left humiliated when a flight attendant placed her on a no-fly list after disposing of her child’s nappy on a flight. The Seattle mum was stunned when the flight attendant approached her after she had changed her daughter’s nappy mid-flight. The mum disposed of […]

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“My gut knew something was off” One mum is urging parents to be wary of children suffering from excessive thirst. You may brush it off as nothing, especially with the warmer weather causing an increase in our water consumption, but Courtney Moore’s story will make you think again. The mum explained that her son had […]

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“It’s safer not to bring your children into indoor dining.” Dr. Tony Holohan has issued a stark warning to parents as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Ireland. It is believed the Delta variant now accounts for at least 80% of cases in the Republic of Ireland. NPHET confirmed an additional 783 cases last night. […]

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“He will be the brightest star above forever.” Tributes have been flooding in after a 6-year-old boy tragically passed away on a family holiday in Wexford. Joshua Reilly of Clonmore died suddenly on July 10. His family led the moving tributes. They shared, “Joshua Reilly, Graffin, Clonmore, Templemore, Co. Tipperary, 10th of July, Age 6, […]

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