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  • Louise Cooney on the importance of following your gut as a new mum

    Louise Cooney on the importance of following your gut as a new mum

    Louise Cooney has opened up about being a first-time mum Influencer, Louise Cooney has been praised for being so honest about being a new mum. She recently opened up about the struggles she has been facing but stressed that she wants to trust her gut as she enters this new chapter. Speaking on her Instagram […]

    2 years ago

  • Molly-Mae shares adorable photos from Bambi’s first birthday

    Molly-Mae shares adorable photos from Bambi’s first birthday

    Molly-Mae celebrated her daughter’s first birthday this week Molly-Mae Hague marked her daughter Bambi’s first birthday this week and the photos from the celebration are just too cute. The mum proudly shared snaps from the special celebration on Instagram, much to her followers’ delight. Her home was decorated in classic white decorations, including white balloons, […]

    2 years ago

  • Expert reveals the exact age children should stop sharing a bed with their parents

    Expert reveals the exact age children should stop sharing a bed with their parents

    This parenting expert has advised parents to stop sharing a bed with their kids A parenting expert has issued advice to parents who share a bed with their children. They have stressed that sharing a bed is normal for parents and young children, but something you should stop when children reach a certain age. Health […]

    2 years ago

  • Watch: Grandmother graduates 60 years after starting college

    Watch: Grandmother graduates 60 years after starting college

    This grandmother is our new hero Graduating from college is a major achievement in life, one that you’ll never forget. It’s a huge milestone that one grandmother recently celebrated and she’s quickly become our new hero. Angela Davidson went back to study Animal Sciences sixty years after she first started her degree. She recently graduated […]

    2 years ago

  • Chrissy Teigen reveals her son (5) has never eaten a vegetable

    Chrissy Teigen reveals her son (5) has never eaten a vegetable

    Chrissy Teigen said her son is quite the picky eater Chrissy Teigen has opened up about her son’s eating habits and admitted he’s quite the fussy eater. Can we blame him though? I’d much rather live off chicken nuggets if I could but you do get to a point when you realise broccoli, smoothies, and […]

    2 years ago

  • Anna Geary shares adorable photos from son’s Christening

    Anna Geary shares adorable photos from son’s Christening

    Anna Geary welcomed her first child in 2023 Anna Geary has given fans a glimpse into her baby boy Ronan’s Christening and it looked like the most magical day. 2023 was a devastating year for Anna and her family after the untimely passing of her brother. However, her baby boy Ronan has kept the mum […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum sparks debate after kicking her best friend out of her baby shower

    Mum sparks debate after kicking her best friend out of her baby shower

    Her baby shower did not go according to plan A mum has sparked a major debate online after she kicked her best friend out of her baby shower. She explained that her friend Sara has been distant since getting involved in a new relationship. She has been cancelling plans at the last minute to spend […]

    2 years ago

  • Singing during pregnancy helps you bond with your baby

    Singing during pregnancy helps you bond with your baby

    Did you ever sing to your baby during pregnancy? Turns out it’s good for both of you We all love to sing, whether we’re good or bad at it. We sing in the shower, on the drive to work, and even to our babies. Singing to your baby during pregnancy may feel weird at first, […]

    2 years ago

  • Andrew McGinley speaks out ahead of his children’s fourth anniversary

    Andrew McGinley speaks out ahead of his children’s fourth anniversary

    Andrew McGinley tragically lost his three children in 2020 Andrew McGinley has shared a moving clip of his three late children, Conor, Darragh, and Carla. The heartbroken dad said it was the final video he ever took of his children before they were killed. He posted the memory on X and told his followers that […]

    2 years ago

  • Prince William visits Princess Kate in hospital following planned surgery

    Prince William visits Princess Kate in hospital following planned surgery

    Princess Kate will remain in hospital for up to two weeks Prince William has visited Princess Kate in hospital following her planned abdominal surgery this week. The mum-of-three was hospitalised for a planned surgery this week but has to remain in the hospital for ten to fourteen days following the operation. The royals have not […]

    2 years ago

  • Saltburn is influencing baby name trends- yes, really

    Saltburn is influencing baby name trends- yes, really

    Old money baby names are trending thanks to Saltburn Saltburn is already one of the most popular movies of 2024, but it isn’t just impressing movie-goers. The film is proving so popular that it’s actually influencing baby name trends. According to Pippeta, old-money baby names are becoming more and more popular since the film’s release. […]

    2 years ago

  • Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian are officially trying for baby #2

    Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian are officially trying for baby #2

    Brian Dowling and his husband Arthur are hoping to expand their family Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian are officially in talks about having a second child. The dads are reportedly looking for a surrogate to carry their child and we couldn’t be happier for them. The parents confirmed they wanted another child in November 2023 […]

    2 years ago

  • This hack heats your pyjamas without using the central heating

    This hack heats your pyjamas without using the central heating

    This hack will warm the kids’ pyjamas and it’s super affordable Our kids have told us they’re cold at least 20 times today and it’s only 3pm. We know it’s baltic outside, but nobody loves to complain quite as much as our kids. A flurry of snow may look beautiful in TV shows and movies, […]

    2 years ago

  • Princess of Wales admitted to hospital for abdominal surgery

    Princess of Wales admitted to hospital for abdominal surgery

    The Princess of Wales has stepped down from royal duties until Easter The Princess of Wales has been hospitalised for planned abdominal surgery. The mum-of-three is officially off royal duties until Easter, a royal spokesperson confirmed. In a statement this afternoon, Kensington Palace announced that Kate was in hospital, but stressed that the surgery was […]

    2 years ago

  • World Book Day set to take place this March

    World Book Day set to take place this March

    World Book Day is a great way to encourage children to read World Book Day is set to take place in Ireland this March. The annual celebration is a wonderful way to get your kids reading more than ever. On March 7th, the public will be invited to celebrate World Book Day. Reading for pleasure […]

    2 years ago

  • Call the Midwife star teases sad storyline for season 13

    Call the Midwife star teases sad storyline for season 13

    ‘Call the Midwife’ returned to our screens earlier this month The new series of ‘Call the Midwife’ has been nothing short of a joy to watch so far. We may only be two episodes into the new series but it’s already an incredibly emotional watch. However, it looks like things are set to get even […]

    2 years ago

  • The Teletubbies Sun Baby has welcomed her first child

    The Teletubbies Sun Baby has welcomed her first child

    The Teletubbies Sun is a mum and now we feel ancient The actress who starred as the Sun Baby in the Teletubbies has welcomed her first child. Does anyone else feel about 100 years old? Glad it’s not just us. Jess Smith has given birth to her first child and we couldn’t be happier for […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton’s strict household rule her kids must follow

    Kate Middleton’s strict household rule her kids must follow

    Kate Middleton ensures her children never do this one thing Kate Middleton and Prince William have been busy adapting to life as senior royals since King Charles came into power. The royal couple now have more responsibilities than ever before, but parenting is still their main priority. The mum and dad share three children- Prince […]

    2 years ago

  • Shane Lowry makes incredible donation to sick Irish toddler

    Shane Lowry makes incredible donation to sick Irish toddler

    Shane Lowry has urged the public to donate to the young boy’s fundraiser Sportsman, Shane Lowry is urging the public to donate to help a young toddler get treatment for a rare disease. Joey Conway was diagnosed with multiple health issues in the first two years of his life, including sepsis. The youngster was originally […]

    2 years ago

  • Call the Midwife viewers are worried about this beloved character

    Call the Midwife viewers are worried about this beloved character

    Call the Midwife blew viewers away with another moving episode Sunday nights and Call the Midwife are the perfect combination. The emotional BBC drama series never fails to leave us in floods of tears every Sunday, but next week’s episode has left viewers feeling concerned. We just got over the emotional turmoil of last night’s […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Doubting myself as a mum’ – Molly-Mae Hague responds to trolls

    ‘Doubting myself as a mum’ – Molly-Mae Hague responds to trolls

    Molly-Mae shut down mum-shamers in a new YouTube video Molly-Mae Hague has perfectly responded to online trolls who questioned her parenting. The influencer understands that being famous comes with a degree of trolling, but recently admitted she felt like she was doubting herself as a mum. The Love Island star is a first-time mum and […]

    2 years ago

  • Ashling Murphy’s father remembers “our little angel”

    Ashling Murphy’s father remembers “our little angel”

    Ashling Murphy was tragically killed on January 12th, 2022 The father of Ashling Murphy has bravely opened up about his late daughter as we approach her second anniversary. Beloved teacher Ashling Murphy was tragically killed by Jozef Puška on January 12th, 2022. The teacher and musician was out jogging when Jozef Puška attacked her in […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton and Prince William fell out over this parenting decision

    Kate Middleton and Prince William fell out over this parenting decision

    Kate Middleton and Prince William fell out over this major decision Kate Middleton and Prince William have reportedly fallen out over the decision to send Prince George to boarding school. The parents had many heated discussions over their son’s future, but Prince William got his way in the end. According to reports, Kate Middleton was […]

    2 years ago

  • Child maintenance set to be deducted from social welfare

    Child maintenance set to be deducted from social welfare

    The child maintenance suggestion was made by Minister McEntee Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has suggested deducting child maintenance from social welfare payments. Minister McEntee believes that deducting the maintenance fee from social welfare will reduce the number of parents dodging the payments. McEntee said: “Non-payment of child maintenance is a common problem and current […]

    2 years ago

  • Number of homeless children in Ireland passes 4,000

    Number of homeless children in Ireland passes 4,000

    The number of homeless children in Ireland has reached a new high Ireland’s homeless crisis has continued to worsen with the Department of Housing revealing its 2023 report. Their findings show that over 4,000 children were homeless in Ireland in 2023. The Department of Housing published the report on January 5th and it confirmed there […]

    2 years ago

  • Derek Draper’s final words to his children have been shared

    Derek Draper’s final words to his children have been shared

    Derek Draper sadly passed away last week Kate Garraway’s husband Derek Draper died last week, leaving behind his beloved wife and their two children. The 56-year-old suffered a major heart attack before Christmas but had suffered multiple health issues before he was hospitalised. Derek had two children, 14-year-old Billy, and 17-year-old Darcey, with Kate Garraway. […]

    2 years ago

  • Call the Midwife praised for cerebral palsy storyline

    Call the Midwife praised for cerebral palsy storyline

    ‘Call the Midwife’ returned with an eye-opening and moving episode last night Season 13 of ‘Call the Midwife’ opened with one of the most emotional and eye-opening episodes to date. The touching opening to season 13 left fans in tears, but also left many feeling represented. All episodes of ‘Call the Midwife’ feature multiple different […]

    2 years ago

  • Stacey Solomon reveals she was hospitalised during Jamaica trip

    Stacey Solomon reveals she was hospitalised during Jamaica trip

    Stacey Solomon was taken to hospital days before flying home to England Stacey Solomon has revealed her dream holiday didn’t go according to plan after she was admitted to hospital. The influencer took an unexpected break from social media towards the end of her trip after falling ill. Stacey explained to her followers that she […]

    2 years ago

  • Dublin stabbing victim will have to relearn everything, mum reveals

    Dublin stabbing victim will have to relearn everything, mum reveals

    The young girl attacked in the Dublin stabbing has been making progress The mother of a five-year-old girl who was stabbed in the Parnell Square attack in Dublin has shared an update. Her mum thanked the public for their support during what has been a harrowing time for their family. The girl’s mum confirmed she […]

    2 years ago

  • The Little Mermaid’s Halle Bailey welcomes her first child

    The Little Mermaid’s Halle Bailey welcomes her first child

    Halle Bailey has become a mum for the first time Actress, Halle Bailey has welcomed her first child into the world. The Little Mermaid star announced the birth of her firstborn, a baby boy, on Instagram last night. Halle shared a photo of her holding her baby boy’s hand on Instagram to reveal her incredible […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton ‘heartbroken’ over plans to send Prince George to boarding school

    Kate Middleton ‘heartbroken’ over plans to send Prince George to boarding school

    Kate Middleton is reportedly devastated by this royal move Kate Middleton is reportedly heartbroken over the decision to send her eldest son, Prince George to boarding school. The royal family has many traditions, some more dated than others, but sending their children to prestigious schools is something they’ve always done. Prince Harry and William attended […]

    2 years ago

  • What we know about season 13 of Call the Midwife

    What we know about season 13 of Call the Midwife

    Call the Midwife returns this weekend and viewers are in for a treat January may be a pretty miserable month, but it’s also the month when Call the Midwife returns. The beloved BBC drama series returns to our screens this weekend and we couldn’t be happier about it. The wholesome, but heartbreaking drama series enters […]

    2 years ago

  • Baby names that are rising in popularity this year

    Baby names that are rising in popularity this year

    These baby names are pretty unique but you may love them So many people are set to become parents for the first time this year, which means they get to search through lists of baby names to find the perfect moniker. Becoming a parent for the first time is quite a special experience, but it’s […]

    2 years ago

  • Sienna Miller has reportedly given birth to her second daughter

    Sienna Miller has reportedly given birth to her second daughter

    Sienna Miller has allegedly welcomed a baby girl Sienna Miller has reportedly welcomed her second child. The mum confirmed she was pregnant with her second child, a baby girl, in August. The actress was spotted out in public with her newborn daughter, according to MailOnline. In photos obtained by the publication, Sienna is walking through Notting […]

    2 years ago

  • Beloved Call the Midwife couple set for heartbreak

    Beloved Call the Midwife couple set for heartbreak

    Call the Midwife is back this weekend A new series of ‘Call the Midwife’ is just around the corner and we cannot wait for it to air. The 13th series of the BBC drama will return on January 7th, but fans are already concerned about two characters. The show is always an emotional watch, but […]

    2 years ago

  • Woman killed and two children in serious condition following Kildare crash

    Woman killed and two children in serious condition following Kildare crash

    The Kildare collision occurred on Tuesday evening A woman in her 40s has sadly passed away following a collision involving a car and a van in Co. Kildare. Two children were also involved in the accident. Both children were rushed to CHI Crumlin on the evening of January 2nd. They are in a serious, but […]

    2 years ago

  • Doctor reveals what all parents should know about RSV

    Doctor reveals what all parents should know about RSV

    RSV cases can often spike during the winter months Many parents know that the winter can be an incredibly challenging time for their child’s health. It feels like every dose in the world arrives at your front door throughout November to February, including RSV. Respiratory illness can be incredibly frightening, especially for new parents. However, […]

    2 years ago

  • Ben Foden marks New Year with his three children

    Ben Foden marks New Year with his three children

    Ben Foden is spending the New Year with his eldest children Ben Foden has surprised his children with a pretty special trip to mark the new year. The sportsman and his wife Jackie have been sharing clips from their family skiing trip. The dad-of-three whisked his family away on a ski trip after his children […]

    2 years ago

  • Parents urged to vaccinate their children against Covid-19

    Parents urged to vaccinate their children against Covid-19

    Children can get the Covid-19 vaccine for free Parents have been advised to get their children vaccinated against Covid-19 as cases continue to rise in Ireland. Hospitals are buckling under pressure as winter viruses spread throughout the country. The HSE has advised parents of young children, aged between 6 months and 11 years, to ensure […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton has moved on from Meghan Markle feud

    Kate Middleton has moved on from Meghan Markle feud

    Kate Middleton is reportedly focusing on her royal duties The Princess of Wales and Meghan Markle’s alleged feud has hit headlines for years, but Kate Middleton has reportedly moved on from the family drama. According to new reports, the mum-of-three is focusing on the future of the monarchy rather than the ongoing tension between the […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum sparks debate after revealing controversial Christmas tree hack

    Mum sparks debate after revealing controversial Christmas tree hack

    Have you taken your Christmas tree down yet? Christmas may be over, but we’re not ready to say goodbye to the Christmas tree and twinkling lights just yet. The decorations make our homes feel so much cosier, and if we had our way, we’d keep them up all year long. Decorating may be a mission, […]

    2 years ago

  • The TV show that is bound to keep your kids quiet over the winter break

    The TV show that is bound to keep your kids quiet over the winter break

    This Netflix show is one of the most popular in Ireland! If, like us, you’re running out of ways to keep the kids entertained during the winter break, then Netflix has you covered. It’s too cold to visit the park, we’ve visited the cinema twice, and we’re out of craft ideas. It’s time to turn […]

    2 years ago

  • Chloe Madeley reveals hopes to have another child in the future

    Chloe Madeley reveals hopes to have another child in the future

    Chloe Madeley shares a daughter with her ex-husband, James Haskell Chloey Madeley has opened up about her hopes to have more children in the future. She has revealed that she would love to give her daughter Bodhi a sibling, but only when the time is right. Chloe recently separated from Bodhi’s father, James Haskell, after […]

    2 years ago

  • Stacey Solomon responds to claims she is ‘flaunting her wealth’

    Stacey Solomon responds to claims she is ‘flaunting her wealth’

    Stacey Solomon whisked her entire family away on a lavish holiday Influencer, Stacey Solomon has shut down claims she is flaunting her wealth after she was targeted by trolls. The mum recently took her entire family away on a surprise holiday to Jamaica. 20 of her loved ones were shocked on Christmas when Stacey revealed […]

    2 years ago

  • Fleur East confirms she’s pregnant with her first baby

    Fleur East confirms she’s pregnant with her first baby

    Fleur East is set to welcome her first child into the world in 2024 Singer and presenter, Fleur East has revealed she is expecting her first child. The It Takes Two host shared her joyous news on Instagram this morning and her fans are overjoyed by the news. The former X Factor star posted a […]

    2 years ago

  • Vogue Williams shares sweet insight into family’s Christmas getaway

    Vogue Williams shares sweet insight into family’s Christmas getaway

    Vogue Williams is spending Christmas in Scotland Vogue Williams has given a sweet insight into her family’s Christmas getaway to Scotland. Vogue, her husband Spencer Matthews, and their three children- Theodore, Gigi, and Otto, are spending the holidays in Glen Affric Estate in Inverness-shire. The estate belongs to Spencer’s family, but Vogue and their children […]

    2 years ago

  • Young girl stabbed in Parnell Square attack is ‘out of danger’

    Young girl stabbed in Parnell Square attack is ‘out of danger’

    Three children were harmed in the Parnell Square stabbing A five-year-old girl injured in the Parnell Square stabbing in Dublin is out of PICU. The young girl has been in Temple Street Hospital in Dublin since the November 23rd attack. The girl’s mother confirmed the incredible news on a GoFundMe page this week. She said […]

    2 years ago

  • Call the Midwife fans in floods after Christmas special

    Call the Midwife fans in floods after Christmas special

    Call the Midwife never fails to make us cry The wonderful Call the Midwife returned to our TV screens last night with an emotional Christmas episode. The BBC drama always makes us cry like babies, but last night’s episode took things up a notch. Curling up on the sofa to watch the historical drama is […]

    2 years ago

  • Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse welcomes her first child

    Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse welcomes her first child

    Oti Mabuse shared the news on Christmas Day Strictly Come Dancing’s Oti Mabuse has given birth to her first child. The professional dancer shared her wonderful news on Instagram on Christmas Day. Oti posted a beautiful photo of her and her husband Marius Iepure on Christmas morning and the dancer is holding the most beautiful […]

    2 years ago

  • Everyone’s raving about Jennifer Garner’s new Netflix movie

    Everyone’s raving about Jennifer Garner’s new Netflix movie

    This Netflix movie is perfect to watch on Christmas Eve Christmas Eve is here and we are more than ready to curl up by the fire and switch Netflix on. The madness of Christmas morning is just around the corner, but we’ve got a couple of hours of peace now that the kids are asleep. […]

    2 years ago