The HSE is sharing advice as RSV cases rise The HSE is sharing advice with parents as RSV cases continue to rise in Ireland. The Health Service Executive has urged parents to become familiar with the symptoms of RSV as we reach peak RSV season. Irish parents have been told that 90% of children will […]

1 year ago

This baby name trend is set to rise in 2025 People set to become parents in 2025 are reportedly loving one baby name trend in particular. Parents-to-be are stepping back in time by opting for more traditional names. According to baby name consultant Colleen Slagen, old-fashioned baby names are back in style. She said to […]

1 year ago

Baby joy for Andrew Porter and his wife Elaine Rugby player Andrew Porter and his wife Elaine have announced they’re expecting a rainbow baby. The couple confirmed they suffered two heartbreaking losses in 2024, but revealed Elaine is now halfway through her pregnancy. The parents-to-be shared their joyous news on Instagram this week. View this […]

1 year ago

The mum has banned Roblox in her home because of this incident. If you have kids then you definitely know about Roblox. The popular gaming platform is incredibly popular, but one mum has banned it from her home. She explained that her daughter is no longer allowed on it because of a disturbing message. She […]

1 year ago

A brand new season of Call the Midwife aired over the weekend Call the Midwife returned this weekend and viewers were blown away by the emotional first episode. As ever, the BBC drama series left many viewers in floods of tears. However, there was one story in particular that was uncomfortable to watch. One of […]

1 year ago

Mollie King has given birth to a baby girl Singer and presenter Mollie King has given birth to her second child. The mum welcomed a beautiful baby girl this month. She announced the news in a heartwarming post on Instagram this weekend. The mum said they’re “bursting with happiness” following the birth of their baby […]

1 year ago

Many Irish schools have been closed due to the snow Multiple Irish schools have remained closed due to hazardous weather conditions. A Status Yellow low temperature and ice warning has been issued for the entire country with counties Limerick, Kerry and Cork experiencing heavy snowfall. Tipperary, Kilkenny, Carlow, Laois and Wicklow have also been affected […]

1 year ago

Amy Dowden has opened up about starting a family Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has revealed her hopes to have a family of her own after she was diagnosed with cancer in 2023. Amy was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in 2023 but has since been told that there is “no evidence of […]

1 year ago

The Kawasaki Norovirus is spreading in the UK It feels like everyone we know is sick at the moment so the risks of catching a virus like the winter vomiting bug are higher. Everyone is sniffling or coughing on the bus, our offices are quieter than usual, and we’re hearing more and more people saying […]

1 year ago

All parents should take note of this advice Parents have been warned against dressing babies in certain winter clothes for car seats as temperatures are set to drop across Ireland. Snowy and frosty conditions are set to hit Ireland over the coming days with Met Éireann predicting temperatures as low as -10. We’ll all be […]

1 year ago

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are working on a brand-new project Stacey Solomon and her husband Joe Swash are officially launching a fly-on-the-wall series about their family life. The presenter announced the major project on Instagram last night, much to the delight of her millions of followers. The mum revealed the show will give her supporters […]

1 year ago

Some of these names are way too cute. February marks the start of spring and represents new beginnings and brighter days. Are you set to give birth this month and struggling to find the perfect moniker for your son or daughter? If so, fear not as you’re spoiled for choice with names. There’s something to […]

1 year ago

Dunnes Stores is our new go-to shop Dunnes Stores has somehow surpassed Zara when it comes to boosting our wardrobes and we’re as surprised as you are. It was once the place where our aunties solely shopped in and somewhere we’d never consider stylish, but it has since become one of the best (and most […]

1 year ago

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 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 […]

2 years ago

Una Healy is spending Christmas away from her children Una Healy has opened up about the reality of spending Christmas without her two children. Her daughter Aoife and son Tadhg will be spending Christmas in America with their father Ben Foden and his family. The parents, who separated in 2018, have agreed that the children […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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. […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

Coleen Rooney has responded to major backlash Coleen Rooney has spoken out after trolls criticised the mum for taking her two sons out of school for I’m A Celeb. Coleen was hit with major backlash online after her two sons, Kit and Cass, featured on the ITV show. Many viewers called her out for taking […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

The Toy Show Appeal will transform young lives in every county This year’s Toy Show has been hailed one of the best yet, with over 1.6 million people tuning into the show. Viewers have been praising host Patrick Kielty for knocking it out of the park again, but the host says the viewers are the […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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 […]

2 years ago

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” […]

2 years ago