“Children can consent themselves if they are competent” Ireland’s vaccine programme is one of the most successful in the world, but there are still a lot of people who have decided against the vaccine. Many parents will not let their children get vaccinated, but in England, they don’t have the authority to do so. Teens […]

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Clients can donate their used hair directly through the salon September is childhood cancer awareness month and it’s more important than ever to support organisations and charities that are helping children during one of the most harrowing experiences in life. Hair extensions brand, Great Lengths has recently announced its plan to create more wigs for […]

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“It was just in her nature” Sarah Harding’s loved ones have been paying tribute to the singer since her untimely passing on Sunday. The singer died from cancer at the mere age of 39. Her former partner and fellow Celebrity Big Brother star Chad Johnson has shared that Sarah hoped to become a mother before […]

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The three-year-old boy was missing for three days. A missing toddler has been found alive and well in the Australian bush. The young boy had been missing for three days. Three-year-old Anthony “AJ” Elfalak disappeared from his family’s home in the rural area of Putty on September 3. The young boy was found drinking water […]

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Is this a good move or a step too far? One mum has divided parents after revealing she uses Apple Airtag to track her kids. She explained in a TikTok video that she wants to make sure her children are safe. She wrote, “When your littles start school and you wanna be able to make […]

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“Our ICUs are not equipped for what is ahead of us” More and more restrictions are being lifted as the weeks go by and vaccination figures increase. It feels like there is actually a light at the end of the tunnel, but has the Government taken a step too far on the road to recovery? […]

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“I promise I won’t bother her” Our personal space has become more important than ever since the beginning of the pandemic. But isn’t it something that should be respected all the time, not just during the past year and a half? We all deserve our own space, especially women who often feel uncomfortable and unsafe […]

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“I have no doubt Amy is dead” The family of Amy Fitzpatrick believes she is buried at an abandoned stable in Spain. The location is reportedly 15 minutes away from where she disappeared in 2008. According to the Irish Mirror, an anonymous source told her family that there were human remains at the abandoned racetrack […]

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Is her son too young to be cooking? A mum has revealed she lets her one-year-old son cook scrambled eggs. She opened up on TikTok about being ‘trolled’ for the parenting decision. “I’m probably going to get a lot of hate for this but my one and a half year old used the stove for […]

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The couple is reportedly attached at the hip. 16-year-old Alana Thompson aka Honey Boo Boo is reportedly dating a 20-year-old. The former reality star opened up about her love life in an interview with Teen Vogue. She hinted that there is a special someone in her life. The 16-year-old admitted that she doesn’t have many […]

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“Kids trying to be thirty” Pink is raising awareness about the danger of allowing kids to use social media. The mum recently called out a YouTuber for sharing a photo of her teen daughter in a bikini. The Grammy winner was less than impressed by the social media post. She wrote: “How many kids like […]

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William and Kate are waving goodbye to London. We may all dream of living like royalty, but it looks like the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are bidding farewell to Kensington Palace. Prince William and Kate feel like their main London residence lacks ‘privacy’ and feel ‘overlooked’. The couple is planning on moving to Windsor […]

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“Never feel you are bothering the teachers” Between the pandemic, the re-opening of schools and exam results being issued, it’s more important than ever to care for our children’s mental health. Receiving your Leaving Cert results is one of the most overwhelming moments of your teenage years. Some will feel elated, but there are many […]

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We will never complain about the school run again. We all know how stressful the school run can be. Classes start in ten minutes and your eldest is eating their toast like a sloth at the kitchen table. One of them can’t find a shoe, the other is pretending they have a stomach ache and […]

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Nature is healing. It’s official. The Olympia Panto will return to the theatre this Christmas. Following the Government’s announcement, the theatre confirmed that the family show will return this winter. This year’s show is Olly, Polly, and the Beanstalk. Starring in this year’s panto is Fair City’s Ryan Andrews and Maclean Burke, influencer and comedian […]

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And then there were four. It’s a girl for golfer Shane Lowry and his wife Wendy. The couple has welcomed an adorable new member into their family this week. Wendy gave birth to their darling girl at the National Maternity Hospital and she has the sweetest name. Dad-of-two Shane confirmed her arrival by posting the […]

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The weekend is almost here and there’s no doubt the kids cannot wait to abandon their uniforms after schools re-opened this week. Why not do something special to mark their first week back in the classroom? We’ve gathered together 5 of the best family activities this weekend so feel free to thank us later. Mary […]

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Anxiety in children is on the rise and this hasn’t been helped by the pandemic. The start of a new school term can be exciting, but many children struggle with anxious feelings as this new chapter begins. Understanding anxious children can be difficult for parents, especially because it plagues you with worry too. We reached […]

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The mum is due to give birth later this Autumn. Stacey Solomon has opened up about her hopes to have a home birth as her due date nears. The mum, who is expecting her first daughter, said she would like to give birth to her baby girl at home. She told the Evening Standard: “The […]

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Time to dust off your dancing shoes. Strictly is back! Our Saturday nights are about to get a little bit more glitzy as Strictly Come Dancing returns this month. Fans of the show won’t have long to wait until the show is back on our telly screens. Contestant and BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker accidentally […]

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INTO is urging parents not to send sick children to school. The Irish National Teachers Organisation has warned parents not to send children with coughs to school. They’ve stressed how important it is for children with any Covid symptoms to remain at home and isolate. They’re highly concerned for the health and safety of unvaccinated […]

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How often do you change your pyjamas? A woman has caused quite the debate online after revealing how often she changes her pajamas. The TikTok user expressed her shock when she discovered that people don’t change their pajamas every day. “Just found out through this trend most people don’t change their pyjamas every night. “Jammies […]

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Shyness isn’t something we should be ashamed of. I remember when I was in school I always felt less than compared to other students because I was shy. Shyness was always something that was viewed negatively, but isn’t it time to stop shaming children for being shy? I wanted to speak up in class and […]

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IVF is less likely to work in men over the age of 50. New research has found that the chances of IVF working in older men are weaker. Researchers confirmed that “paternal age over 50 significantly affects the chance of achieving a live birth following ART. Paternal age does not independently affect the risk of […]

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The young boy has to learn how to walk again. A mother and boyfriend have been charged after their 19-month-old drank methadone, according to NBC Boston. The 19-month-old was hospitalised last July in Stoughton, Massachusetts. The boy spent a week and a half in the ICU at Boston Children’s Hospital. He was transferred to a […]

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Do you think he has a point? One rather disgruntled man has called for children to be banned from sitting in supermarket trolleys. He wrote in the Overheard in Aldi group: “Kids inside trolleys where food has to go really annoys the hell out of me. “Anyone else thinks stores should ban this practice and […]

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The aim is for the new restrictions to be as minimum as possible. New maternity hospital guidelines will be as “open access as possible”, according to An Taoiseach. The restrictions have come under fire throughout the pandemic, especially because of the great deal of stress they’ve placed upon expectant mothers. Women have been forced to […]

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A little bit of support and encouragement will make it easier for them. Starting school can be a daunting time for children. There’s so much to take in, so many new people to meet, and a lot to wrap your head around. The new setting alone can overwhelm you so even thinking about making friends […]

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Grab the popcorn and curl up on the sofa There’s a chill in the air and we must admit we’ve considered putting the heat on this week. It’s time to bid a fond farewell to the summer,  but we’re actually looking forward to the autumn time. It’s a cozy and comforting season that gives us […]

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Time to add it to the family Spotify playlist Experts have discovered a song that is bound to make your baby happy. Grammy winner Imogen Heap, musical psychologist Lauren Stweart, child development expert Caspar Addyman teamed up to come up with a song that has the power to make your little tot beam from ear […]

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“There are children who have died because of COVID” A judge has stopped mother Rebecca Firlit from seeing her 11-year-old son because she has not got the COVID-19 vaccine. The Chicago judge stripped Firlit of all her parenting rights until she receives the vaccine. However, the mum claims she cannot get the vaccine because of […]

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“This is just a terrible tragedy” Tributes have been pouring in following the tragic death of Irish student Niall O’Brien, who died overnight in Greece. Mr. O’Brien sadly passed away while holidaying on the Greek Island Ios. It is believed the young man, aged in his 20s, was hit by a car after falling. He died […]

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The eels were found on top of the filters at the Carlow plant. Small eels were discovered in a treatment plant that supplies drinking water to residents in Carlow, Kildare, and Wicklow. The State environmental watchdog was concerned by the discovery, which was made earlier this summer. According to The Irish Independent, inspectors found “silvery creatures […]

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The measure has yet to be enforced in primary schools. Professor Luke O’Neill believes primary school children should be wearing face coverings during the school day. Secondary school and college students wear face coverings during lessons, but the measure has yet to be enforced in primary schools. He explained that this action could help prevent […]

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Christmas FM will return to the airwaves this November. Christmas may be another couple of months away, but we’re more than ready for Christmas FM to make its welcome return to the airwaves! The merry station has just announced its official charity partner for 2021. They confirmed that Barnardos is their charity partner for the […]

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The Department of Education has stressed that schools are safe environments. Schools across the country have re-opened after the summer holidays. As children adjust to new teachers, different subjects, and meet new classmates, they also have to follow COVID-19 protocols as the virus continues to spread throughout Ireland. The Department of Education has stressed that […]

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“The child is going to be fabulous and amazing” Gemma Collins has revealed her plans to start trying for a baby. The 40-year-old reality star said her hope is to have her first child in 2022. The Only Way Is Essex alum told the Daily Star: “I’m ready for a baby. I am going to […]

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Katona has been called an inspiration for being so honest about her past. Kerry Katona has opened up about her late ex-partner George Kay in a harrowing interview on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The mum fought back the tears as she revealed Kay used to abuse her. She told host Ant Middleton: “My mister […]

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The mum-of-three was on an evacuation flight to Birmingham. An Afghan mum has given birth to a baby girl on an evacuation flight. 26-year-old Soman Noori was fleeing Afghanistan on a flight to Birmingham, England when she went into labour. The new mum gave birth to her daughter Havva at 30,000 feet, just above Kuwait. […]

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The young girl was electrocuted at her home in Brazil. A 2-year-old child has tragically passed away after being electrocuted by a phone charger. The young girl’s family has been left devastated by the harrowing death of their daughter, but want to share their story to help raise awareness. Sara Alves de Albuquerque was rushed […]

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The Marian Keyes book we’ve all been waiting for! Marian Keyes fans will be thrilled to hear the Irish author has been working on the book we’ve all been waiting for. The writer has confirmed a sequel to Rachel’s Holiday is officially on the way. Keyes announced the joyous news on her Instagram. The sequel […]

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The dad ended up infecting all of his children, aged between 3 and 18, with Covid. A father of seven has opened up about infecting his seven children with COVID-19. 42-year-old Ben Anderson was unvaccinated when he contracted the virus in June. He said he was planning on receiving the vaccine but family life and […]

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The Tyrone mum has been accused of allowing the death of her daughter. There are safety concerns for a Tyrone mum who was accused of allowing her toddler’s death. The High Court has heard that Jade Dempsey would be at risk if she was to return to her home in Co. Tyrone. The 24-year-old has […]

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Markle and Middleton are growing closer after a rocky few months. Despite the never-ending reports about royal feuds and constant comparisons by the media, it looks like Meghan Markle and The Duchess of Cambridge are getting along just perfectly. A source close to the royals has confirmed that both Kate and Meghan have grown closer […]

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“It’s so sad to see all this ongoing human suffering.” It is believed an “unexpectedly high number” of babies have been passed to troops in Kabul since the Taliban took over control of Afghanistan. People have been desperately trying to flee Kabul and the scenes from the airport are completely harrowing. Parents have been handing […]

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SVP confirms stark rise in calls from parents struggling with back-to-school funds. The charity revealed that they received almost 300 calls every day last week from parents concerned about covering back-to-school fees like books, iPads, uniforms, and the ‘voluntary’ school contribution fee. One of the biggest struggles for parents was being able to afford tablets […]

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“The pressure to be popular can have a huge impact on self-esteem and thus mental health.” Starting secondary school can be both an exciting and terrifying time for teens. A brand new chapter of your life is beginning, but you’ve barely had time to say goodbye to the last one. You are studying more subjects […]

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“No one came to his party” All any parent wants is for their child to be happy so when you see them struggling in some form of life, you can’t help but worry. When it comes to friendships, we all want our children to feel loved, cared for and happy. We want them to be […]

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You must be over the age of 18 to receive the high street voucher. Northern Ireland is set to launch its High Street voucher scheme next month. Every adult in Northern Ireland will be given a £100 voucher to spend in stores. You must be over the age of 18 to register for the voucher. […]

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“The struggle for parents to balance careers and caregiving was an issue even before the pandemic.” Ireland’s childcare issues are something that can no longer go ignored. Parents are struggling more than ever to even find childcare services for their children, nevermind being able to afford the  fees. It is an ongoing issue that could […]

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