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  • Influencer Eric Roberts and wife welcome their first child together

    Influencer Eric Roberts and wife welcome their first child together

    Eric Roberts is officially a dad Influencer Eric Roberts has officially become a dad for the first time. The content creator confirmed his wife Niamh gave birth to a healthy baby boy on New Year’s Day. The proud parents announced the news on Instagram and fans are overjoyed for the new parents. Eric confirmed his […]

    1 year ago

  • Molly-Mae gets honest about her first Christmas as a single mum

    Molly-Mae gets honest about her first Christmas as a single mum

    Molly-Mae admitted she was feeling low this Christmas Molly-Mae Hague has opened up about spending her first Christmas as a single mum following her split from Tommy Fury earlier this year. In a recent vlog on her YouTube channel, Molly-Mae told her followers she wasn’t feeling as festive as she usually does. She said she […]

    1 year ago

  • Home Alone viewers can’t believe how young Marv was in the first movie

    Home Alone viewers can’t believe how young Marv was in the first movie

    Have you noticed this about Home Alone? Many of us will be re-watching Home Alone over the Christmas break but have you ever realised this detail about the film? It is without a doubt one of the best Christmas movies and we somehow never get tired of it every year. Some of us have been […]

    1 year ago

  • ‘I refuse to tell my 2-year-old daughter that Santa is real’

    ‘I refuse to tell my 2-year-old daughter that Santa is real’

    She won’t mention Santa around her two-year-old daughter Christmas Day is nearly here but one mum is not embracing the festive spirit this year. A mum in Australia has admitted she refuses to tell her children about Santa Claus because she doesn’t want to lie to them. Mum Charlotte said she won’t lie to her […]

    1 year ago

  • Your child’s obsession with dinosaurs is making them smart

    Your child’s obsession with dinosaurs is making them smart

    The obsession with dinosaurs is actually a good thing! If you’ve got a child at home who knows their T-Rex from their Velociraptor then we have good news for you. Children with intense interests are reportedly smarter. So if their dinosaur figurines or toy cars are never out of their hands then fear not. It’s […]

    1 year ago

  • Parents urged to stop putting headbands on their babies after safety warning

    Parents urged to stop putting headbands on their babies after safety warning

    A mum is warning others against putting headbands on their babies. They may look adorable on your little one, but they’re actually not safe for infants. One mum explained how dangerous headbands can be for your little one in a TikTok video. She revealed that they’re incredibly “unsafe without supervision”. She explained that babies can […]

    1 year ago

  • Tesco launches new plush teddy to raise funds for the Children’s Health Foundation 

    Tesco launches new plush teddy to raise funds for the Children’s Health Foundation 

    Tesco is raising funds for the Children’s Health Foundation It’s the most wonderful time of year but it’s also the perfect time to give back to those in need. We often lose sight of what matters during Christmas but supporting charities is something we should prioritise if it’s possible. Tesco Ireland has launched a new […]

    1 year ago

  • Richie Sadlier and wife Fiona expecting another ‘little miracle’ baby

    Richie Sadlier and wife Fiona expecting another ‘little miracle’ baby

    Richie Sadlier shared the joyous news last night Huge congratulations are in order for Richie Sadlier and his wife Fiona who are expecting their second child together. Richie shared their joyous news on Instagram last night. He posted a photo of their son Sam looking at a sonogram on their Christmas tree to confirm the […]

    1 year ago

  • Saoirse Ruane’s mum opens up about first visit to Santa without her little girl

    Saoirse Ruane’s mum opens up about first visit to Santa without her little girl

    The family of Saoirse Ruane marked a heartbreaking milestone this week The family of Saoirse Ruane will mark their first Christmas without their beloved daughter in the coming days. The Late Late Toy Show star sadly passed away from cancer in March 2024. Her mother has been honouring her late daughter by sharing updates on […]

    1 year ago

  • The most popular names for babies born in December

    The most popular names for babies born in December

    These names are too perfect for your December baby Trying to find a perfect name for your son or daughter is no easy task, but there are some monikers proving popular for December babies. The time of year your child is born may influence the type of name they’re given and it seems to be […]

    1 year ago

  • Woman reveals incredible Christmas hack that will save you money

    Woman reveals incredible Christmas hack that will save you money

    Remember this when you’re putting your Christmas decorations away A woman has revealed quite the genius Christmas decoration hack that we’re definitely going to try. We all know just how expensive Christmas can be, and we’re all doing our best to try to cut corners. Our present budget isn’t as extensive and we’re opting for […]

    1 year ago

  • Children’s show Bluey set to be made into feature-length film

    Children’s show Bluey set to be made into feature-length film

    Bluey fans, we’ve got some good news for you A feature-length film based on the Australian cartoon Bluey is in the works. The kids will be overjoyed to hear they can soon watch a Bluey movie on the big screen after the team revealed a feature-film is on the way. Disney and BBC Studios confirmed […]

    1 year ago

  • RIP.ie hit with backlash over plans to charge €100 for death notices on site

    RIP.ie hit with backlash over plans to charge €100 for death notices on site

    The public has slated the move by RIP.ie Irish online funeral information service RIP.ie has announced plans to start charging the public for sharing death notices on its site. The site, which was bought by The Irish Times Group in 2024, plans to charge people €100 per death notice. The charges will reportedly come into […]

    1 year ago

  • This Bluey phrase helps stop your toddler from having a tantrum

    This Bluey phrase helps stop your toddler from having a tantrum

    Bluey is here to make your lives easier Bluey is a staple in any household that has a toddler and it’s actually having an incredible impact on our children. The Australian children’s TV show is completely tolerable compared to Peppa Pig and always keeps the kids quiet when parents need a minute to themselves. Not […]

    1 year ago

  • Muhammad becomes most popular baby boy name for first time in UK

    Muhammad becomes most popular baby boy name for first time in UK

    Noah is no longer the number one baby boy’s name The top baby boys’ names of 2023 have been revealed and people will be surprised to see Noah has been knocked off the top spot. Muhammad is officially the most popular name for baby boys in England and Wales, according to the Office for National Statistics. […]

    1 year ago

  • Rosanna Davison hopes her children will have close bond with her surrogate’s daughter

    Rosanna Davison hopes her children will have close bond with her surrogate’s daughter

    Rosanna Davison recently reunited with Anastasiia Berezan Mum-of-three Rosanna Davison has opened up about her relationship with her surrogate Anastasiia Berezan. Anastasiia was the surrogate for Rosanna’s first child, her now five-year-old daughter Sophia, in 2019. Since her daughter’s birth, Rosanna has remained in touch with Anastasiia and her family. She has praised her for […]

    1 year ago

  • New HSE RSV programme significantly reduced hospitalisations in babies

    New HSE RSV programme significantly reduced hospitalisations in babies

    The number of babies being hospitalised with RSV has decreased A new HSE RSV immunisation programme has significantly reduced infections, serious illness and hospitalisations amongst babies born in Ireland since September. The team confirmed that in relation to babies born since September 1st, only 41 cases were notified compared to 656 in 2023. 24 babies were […]

    1 year ago

  • ‘I won’t let my daughter have an Elf on the Shelf- here’s why’

    ‘I won’t let my daughter have an Elf on the Shelf- here’s why’

    Elf on the Shelf is a newer Christmas tradition but many parents are over it Elf on the Shelf may be a popular Christmas tradition for some families, but other parents can’t stand it. One mum in particular dislikes the trend so much that she has actually banned it from her home. She explained to […]

    1 year ago

  • One thing you shouldn’t give your baby if they have whooping cough

    One thing you shouldn’t give your baby if they have whooping cough

    Whooping cough cases are rising in Ireland As whooping cough cases continue to rise, parents are being urged to be as careful as possible when caring for their children. Earlier this year, the HPSC confirmed that 150 children were hospitalised with the infection in 2024. 514 cases were already diagnosed in 2024 with more expected […]

    1 year ago

  • Tributes paid to mum-of-two murdered in Co. Down

    Tributes paid to mum-of-two murdered in Co. Down

    Mum-of-two, Karen Cummings was found with a serious head injury Tributes have been pouring in following the murder of mum-of-two Karen Cummings in Co. Down. The PSNI confirmed the mother was found unconscious at a house in the Laurel Heights area of Banbridge on Saturday, December 14th. It is understood that Ms. Cummings suffered a […]

    1 year ago

  • Brian Dowling opens up about losing his mum to Sudden Adult Death Syndrome

    Brian Dowling opens up about losing his mum to Sudden Adult Death Syndrome

    Brian Dowling has opened up about his mother’s untimely passing Brian Dowling has spoken out about the heartbreaking loss of his mother Rosie in 2018. The TV presenter’s mum died at the age of 61 from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. Brian has often spoken out about Rosie’s death, especially around her birthday. She would have […]

    1 year ago

  • Fertility doctor reveals how you shouldn’t deliver miscarriage news

    Fertility doctor reveals how you shouldn’t deliver miscarriage news

    One fertility doctor has opened up about the right way to deliver the news *Warning: This article mentions miscarriage and baby loss* Losing a child and suffering from pregnancy loss is one of the most devastating things a person can face in life. It’s a loss that can be nearly impossible to wrap your head […]

    1 year ago

  • Joanna Cooper says nothing could’ve prepared her for motherhood

    Joanna Cooper says nothing could’ve prepared her for motherhood

    New mum, Joanna Cooper has opened up about motherhood Influencer Joanna Cooper has opened up about being a first-time mum, admitting that nothing could’ve prepared her for it. The new mum has been praised for being so incredibly honest about what motherhood is really like. In a Q&A on Instagram, the mum said being a […]

    1 year ago

  • Teachers reveal what presents they actually want for Christmas

    Teachers reveal what presents they actually want for Christmas

    Teachers do not need another mug Schools are winding down for the Christmas break but we’re now panicking about what to buy our children’s teachers as a ‘thank you’ gift. We know we don’t need to pick something up for them, but it’s something we did as kids and it’s nice to make people feel […]

    1 year ago

  • Children who attend mixed schools make more friends, study claims

    Children who attend mixed schools make more friends, study claims

    Are mixed schools better than same-sex? Trying to find the right school for your child can be incredibly difficult, especially when deciding between same-sex or mixed schools. There are benefits to both types of schooling, but a new report has found that mixed schools may be better for children. Research conducted by UCD’s School of […]

    1 year ago

  • Woman arrested on suspicion of Kyran Durnin murder

    Woman arrested on suspicion of Kyran Durnin murder

    Kyran Durnin was reported missing in late August A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the disappearance of Kyran Durnin. The eight-year-old boy was reported missing in late August, but he has not been seen alive since May 2022. Gardaí confirmed a female has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is […]

    1 year ago

  • RTÉ’s Ursula Jacob welcomes her second child and reveals charming name

    RTÉ’s Ursula Jacob welcomes her second child and reveals charming name

    Ursula Jacob is officially a mum-of-two Huge congratulations are in order for Ursula Jacob who has welcomed her second child into the world. The mum and her husband Brendan Cruise shared the joyous news on X. Brendan posted a beautiful photo of him and their newborn to reveal the news. He confirmed Ursula gave birth […]

    1 year ago

  • Viewers praising Netflix movie about the ‘first test-tube baby’

    Viewers praising Netflix movie about the ‘first test-tube baby’

    This is one film you need to watch on Netflix New films are constantly being added to Netflix, but there is one at the very top of our watch list. A film based on the remarkable true story of the world’s first “test-tube baby” Louise Joy Brown has been released. Viewers have been raving about the emotional […]

    1 year ago

  • CCPC issues urgent recall on popular stroller sold in Ireland

    CCPC issues urgent recall on popular stroller sold in Ireland

    Irish parents have been advised to take note of this stroller recall A warning has been shared with Irish parents after a popular stroller was recalled. The CCPC is urging anyone who purchased the Stokke YOYO³ strollers to cease using them immediately. There are fears that the strollers may cause harm to your infant due […]

    1 year ago

  • Love Actually fans are only noticing this heartbreaking detail in the film

    Love Actually fans are only noticing this heartbreaking detail in the film

    Love Actually is constantly breaking our hearts Watching Love Actually every Christmas is one of our favourite festive traditions even if it breaks our hearts every single time. It’s an emotional rollercoaster of a film with a stellar cast and some truly iconic scenes. Is it one of the best Christmas movies around? Without a […]

    1 year ago

  • The adorable name is perfect for baby girls born in December

    The adorable name is perfect for baby girls born in December

    This December baby name has got to be one of our favourites Trying to pick a name for your newborn is easy for some parents but tough for others. There are some names we’ve loved for years and others we’ve only recently discovered and fell for. The list of baby girl names we adore is […]

    1 year ago

  • Saoirse Ruane’s family moved by incredibly touching Toy Show tribute

    Saoirse Ruane’s family moved by incredibly touching Toy Show tribute

    Saoirse Ruane was honoured in the most beautiful way The family of Saoirse Ruane has praised the Late Late Toy Show team for honouring their daughter in the most beautiful way. During Friday night’s show, the team remembered Saoirse by decorating a Christmas tree with ‘Saoirse’s star’. The touching tribute was revealed during a performance […]

    1 year ago

  • The meaning behind this baby girl name is incredibly sweet

    The meaning behind this baby girl name is incredibly sweet

    A great choice for your baby girl There are so many beautiful baby girl names out there and finding just one for your newborn feels impossible sometimes. One thing that helps many parents make that final decision is the meaning behind a name. Sometimes finding out what your child’s potential name means can really make […]

    1 year ago

  • Holly Cairns gives birth to a baby girl on election day

    Holly Cairns gives birth to a baby girl on election day

    Holly Cairns welcomed a daughter Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns TD has given birth to her first child. The new mum confirmed the news on Instagram this afternoon. Holly posted a photo of her in her hospital room with her baby girl on her chest. Alongside the heartwarming photo, Cairns said she’s “completely in love” […]

    1 year ago

  • Smyths issues warning to shoppers ahead of Christmas season

    Smyths issues warning to shoppers ahead of Christmas season

    Smyths has shared the annual warning with parents Christmas will be here before we know it so we need to get our Christmas shopping over and done with before town becomes too hectic. We’re not quite ready to enter the madness that is Smyths at Christmas time, but it has to be done. Smyths has […]

    1 year ago

  • Call the Midwife star says Christmas special will be ‘quite dark’

    Call the Midwife star says Christmas special will be ‘quite dark’

    Call the Midwife returns this Christmas A brand new episode of Call the Midwife will air on Christmas Day this year, but fans are in store for quite the emotional rollercoaster. Lead actress Jenny Agutter has warned fans that this year’s Christmas special is pretty dark compared to other episodes. She told Radio Times: “For […]

    1 year ago

  • This is what the spare red light on your Christmas lights is for

    This is what the spare red light on your Christmas lights is for

    Christmas will be here before we know it People are slowly starting to embrace the Christmas spirit, with just weeks to go before the big day. Christmas decorations are popping up in the city, the shops are full of selection boxes, and our Netflix watch list is now full of cheesy Christmas rom-coms. We’re not […]

    1 year ago

  • Lisa McHugh shares update after her baby girl is hospitalised RSV

    Lisa McHugh shares update after her baby girl is hospitalised RSV

    Lisa McHugh has confirmed her daughter has been discharged from hospital Singer Lisa McHugh has announced her baby girl has finally been discharged from hospital after she contracted RSV. She said they feel so relieved to have their little one back home after 10 scary days in the hospital. She told her Instagram followers, ” […]

    1 year ago

  • Oti Mabuse praised for opening up about giving birth to a premature baby

    Oti Mabuse praised for opening up about giving birth to a premature baby

    Oti Mabuse said she was heartbroken when she had to leave her baby Former Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse has opened up about the heartache she faced when her daughter was born prematurely. The mum’s little girl was born two months early last December and Oti spoke out about the upsetting ordeal in the […]

    1 year ago

  • Irish parents are rushing to buy bargain Santa Sleigh

    Irish parents are rushing to buy bargain Santa Sleigh

    Adding this to my Christmas shopping list immediately Christmas will be here before we know it and we’re more than ready to transform the house into a festive wonderland. Are we going to overdo it? Possibly but the look on the kids’ faces makes it worth the small fortune we’re spending on tinsel and twinkly […]

    1 year ago

  • The most popular baby boy names in Dublin revealed

    The most popular baby boy names in Dublin revealed

    Parents in Dublin can’t get enough of these names Parents in Dublin just can’t get enough of these baby boy names but do any of them feature on your baby name list? Does anyone else feel like baby boy names are harder to choose compared to girl names? The list of potential baby girl names […]

    1 year ago

  • Everyone’s obsessed with this €40 coat from Dunnes Stores

    Everyone’s obsessed with this €40 coat from Dunnes Stores

    Dunnes Stores never fails Dunnes Stores has become our go-to retailer and their winter collections are proving they’re better than most high street stores. We’re trying to stock up our winter wardrobes without splashing out too much but it can be near impossible with most stores charging more than ever before. We’re almost struggling to […]

    1 year ago

  • Molly-Mae opens up about having more children following split from Tommy Fury

    Molly-Mae opens up about having more children following split from Tommy Fury

    Molly-Mae has opened up about having more kids in the future Molly-Mae Hague has revealed she may not have any more children in the future following her split from Tommy Fury. The influencer is already a mum to her daughter Bambi and recently told her followers that she’s unsure if she will have more children. […]

    1 year ago

  • Kelly Brook opens up about being ‘childless by choice’

    Kelly Brook opens up about being ‘childless by choice’

    Kelly Brook says being childfree is her own choice Model Kelly Brook has opened up about her decision to be childless in a moving new interview. The 45-year-old recently discussed her decision not to have children and admitted she’s happier for it. She explained to The Sun, “We haven’t tried for children, we haven’t gone […]

    1 year ago

  • Family of Parnell Square victim share update as one year anniversary approaches

    Family of Parnell Square victim share update as one year anniversary approaches

    Their daughter was severely harmed in the Parnell Square attack in 2023 Saturday marks a year since the horrifying Parnell Square attack in Dublin. Three children and one woman were injured when a man attacked them outside a school on Parnell Square. A five-year-old girl was in hospital for over 280 days and suffered life-changing […]

    1 year ago