Olivia Bowen suffered from vanishing twin syndrome during this pregnancy Former Love Island star Olivia Bowen has opened up about the harrowing loss she experienced after suffering from vanishing twin syndrome. The mum is pregnant with her second child but has revealed she suffered from vanishing twin syndrome during this pregnancy. She told Fabulous Magazine […]

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Call the Midwife viewers praised the show’s finale The final episode of season 14 of Call the Midwife aired on BBC One last night, and viewers are all saying the same thing about the finale. The heartwarming series has been on air since January, but fans had to say goodbye to the series last night. […]

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Home and Away actress Tessa James was diagnosed with cancer when she was 23 Home and Away actress Tessa James has shared an update after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphona at the age of 23. The actress penned a moving post to mark ten years since her life-changing diagnosis. Alongside a series of photos, James […]

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This Lush body lotion is being hailed by people with eczema This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Shoppers are praising this €8.50 Lush body lotion and claim it can soothe the symptoms of eczema in children. One of the British cosmetics brand’s best-selling cult classics, Dream Cream body […]

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The pram has been urgently recalled An urgent recall has been issued after the brand Stokke detected a fault in one of their prams. The brand has warned Irish parents to stop using the pram immediately because of an issue with the brake. They explained that there is a problem with the brake on certain […]

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Call the Midwife may be coming to an end Call the Midwife fans were left disappointed this week when Irish actress Megan Cusack confirmed she would be leaving the show. The actress who plays Nancy Corrigan on the BBC drama series has decided to step away from the show after four years. She explained that she was […]

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We love this baby girl name Trying to settle on one name for your baby girl feels like one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a parent. This is the name your child will likely have for the rest of their life so there’s a lot of pressure on your shoulders. Luckily for girl […]

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Aaron Hussain (5) was tragically killed in a road accident The parents of Aaron Hussain have been overwhelmed by the love and support of the public following their son’s tragic death. Their five-year-old son was tragically killed in a road accident when he was playing in their estate in Kilminchy, Portlaoise. The harrowing road accident […]

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We had no idea this was so risky. A mum is warning parents of a common playground habit that is actually really dangerous. She has told parents to stop letting their children sit on their laps when they’re on a slide. You may think it’s super cute but is actually extremely harmful. So many children […]

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This ‘old lady’ name has been on our baby girl list for years There are so many beautiful baby girl names out there so trying to settle on one may seem like a pretty impossible situation. If you’ve recently found out you’re expecting a baby girl then you may feel overwhelmed by the endless options […]

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Vogue Williams said going for a fertility check felt like the right thing to do Podcast host Vogue Williams has opened up about her recent fertility check with the mum saying she’s unsure if she wants to have another child. Speaking on her podcast with comedian Joanne McNally, Vogue said: “I went to get my […]

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Smyths issued the urgent recall this week Smyths Toys has issued an urgent recall for one of its bestselling playsets amid choking fears. The toy store is urging parents to return the Fantasma Magic Set Deluxe Top Hat 150+ Magic Tricks kit. The popular toy has been on sale in the store since October 2024 […]

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Call the Midwife actress Megan Cusack is leaving the show Call the Midwife fans have been left heartbroken after Irish actress, Megan Cusack confirmed she’s officially leaving the show. The actress plays Nurse Nancy Corrigan on the show but has been noticeably absent from the latest season. Nancy had moved away from Poplar after getting […]

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Kathryn Thomas has opened up about her latest project Broadcaster Kathryn Thomas has opened up about her decision to take on a brand new radio show. The mum-of-two has been praised for discussing the difficulties of taking on a new role when you have a young family. As many parents know all too well, we […]

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Mrs Hinch has given birth to her third child Influencer Mrs Hinch has announced the arrival of her third child. The mum welcomed another baby boy into the world on February 18th. She proudly announced the news on Instagram by posting the cutest photos of her new arrival. Mrs Hinch, aka Sophie Hinchliffe, gave birth […]

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We spend most of our wages in Dunnes Stores Are we spending more and more money on clothes in Dunnes Stores than ever before? Yes, but their latest collection is their best yet. As we get closer and closer to the springtime, we’re starting to refresh our wardrobes a little bit more. We want to […]

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The rollout of the free HRT scheme has been delayed The Minister for Health has stressed that they will find a way to roll out the Free Hormone Replacement Therapy Scheme. HRT is used to help relieve the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. The national plan was due to be rolled out in January but […]

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Top Irish author Sarah Webb is encouraging Irish kids to read more Author Sarah Webb has said it has never been more important to find books for children and encourage reading. Ahead of Ireland Reads Day this Saturday, February 22nd, the writer is encouraging parents to pick up a book and read to their child. […]

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Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright were at home during the robbery Michelle Keegan and her husband Mark Wright are “very shaken” after a burglary at their Essex home. The parents-to-be were victims of a robbery at their €3.5million mansion in Essex on Tuesday evening. It is understood that the pair heard a window smash before […]

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Together for Fiadh has raised over €350,000 so far A fundraiser has been launched to help a young girl from Kerry seek cancer treatment abroad following her neuroblastoma diagnosis. Five-year-old Fiadh Ronan from Abbeydorney in Co.Kerry was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in October 2023. Fiadh underwent 18 months of high-intensity treatment following the Stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma diagnosis. […]

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Jess Wright says parents should always trust their gut Jess Wright has shared an update after her little boy Presley was rushed to hospital. The mum’s two-year-old son became “limp and lifeless” after suddenly falling ill last Tuesday. Jess said her son was refusing food and then started to throw up during the night. “This […]

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Tracy Clifford has opened up about living with endometriosis RTÉ radio presenter Tracy Clifford has opened up about her hope to have children after being diagnosed with endometriosis. The host and her fiancé Mark had been trying for a baby for some time before she was diagnosed with endometriosis. Tracey and her partner were trying IVF […]

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Amanda Byram has welcomed her second child into the world Amanda Byram announced the birth of her second child, a baby boy, last week on Instagram. The mum surprised her followers by confirming the birth of her son after keeping her pregnancy private. Alongside a photo of her baby’s feet, she revealed his name is […]

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Rachel Gorry is expecting twins this September Irish influencer Rachel Gorry has opened up about the overwhelming moment she found out she was pregnant with twins. Early in her pregnancy, the mum said she was experiencing cramping and was doubled over in pain. Rachel feared the worst and was worried she was suffering a miscarriage. […]

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People with dodgy boxes are being warned to stop using the devices A major warning has been issued to homeowners with dodgy boxes amid a new crackdown. It is understood that 13 legal notices were issued to providers of illegal streaming TV services in Ireland. The notices were issued during an operation in December, according […]

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The National Children’s Hospital may not ‘fully’ open until 2026 The National Children’s Hospital won’t accept patients until 2026, according to a new report. The Minister for Health has been told that the hospital may not be fully functioning until the spring of 2026. It is expected to open in June 2025 after facing multiple […]

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Brian Dowling said his address was leaked online Brian Dowling has opened up about a trolling incident that crossed the line in 2024. The dad-of-two has been dealing with waves of hate and abuse online for years, but one person took a step too far when they leaked his family’s address online. Brian told The […]

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Rachel Gorry said she is excited for this new chapter Irish influencer Rachel Gorry has revealed she is pregnant with twins. The mum-of-three revealed her heartwarming news on Instagram over the weekend. She said her heart feels so full and said her and her partner Adrien are over the moon. View this post on Instagram […]

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Is the name of her son really that bad? There are many baby names we’re never going to like but what should you do when you regret the name you gave your own son? One mum is experiencing that very struggle after admitting she regrets the name she gave her son. Writing on Reddit, the […]

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A mum has sparked a heated debate online after admitting she eats food in the supermarket before paying for it. There is nothing worse than going grocery shopping while you’re starving. Not only do you want to buy everything on the shelves, but you also want to open everything in your trolley, from the freshly […]

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The CCPC has issued an urgent recall The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has issued an urgent recall on 10,200 baby soothers sold in Ireland. They have been recalled due to the choking risk they pose to babies and small children. The recall follows a coordinated EU-wide product safety check of baby soothers. The […]

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She is pronouncing the Irish name completely wrong A new mum has given her daughter a beautiful Irish name but is pronouncing it completely wrong. The new mum decided to call her little one Caoimhe but shocked the medical staff when she said the name out loud. According to the midwife, the mum was convinced […]

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Spencer Matthews is opening up about his issues with alcohol Former Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews is opening up about how he hid his drinking from his wife Vogue Williams. The dad-of-three has discussed his issues with drinking in the past but opened up about how it affected his relationship with Vogue. On the […]

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There are nursing shortages in large parts of the country Babies’ developmental checks have been suspended amid nursing shortages in large parts of the country. Parents have been left unable to book their child’s developmental checks due to the nursing shortages. They have called on the State to improve the current situation as these developmental […]

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Chrissy Teigen has shut down the trolls once again Chrissy Teigen has responded to trolls after they called her out for bathing with her children. The mum posted a photo of her in the bath with her youngest children. In the snap, the mum is smiling in the bath with 18-month-old Wren, two-year-old Esti, and […]

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Here’s what you need to know about the newborn baby grant The newborn baby grant is set to be rolled out this week with over 4,000 new parents receiving the payment. In Budget 2025, the Government confirmed a bonus payment would be given to new parents. They confirmed that parents who welcome babies from December […]

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Georgie Crawford opened up about bonding with her second daughter Influencer Georgie Crawford has opened up about welcoming her second child via surrogacy. The mum-of-two said they were incredibly blessed to welcome their baby girl Tahlie in 2023. Her baby girl was born via surrogacy but Georgie said she bonded with her little one straight […]

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Call the Midwife viewers were overwhelmed by the new episode The latest season of Call the Midwife has viewers in floods of tears, but it’s undoubtedly the show’s strongest season to date. Not only is it an emotional rollercoaster, but it’s also incredibly educational. Viewers are learning more than ever before and the latest storyline […]

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Una Healy has opened up about their relationship Irish singer Una Healy has opened up about her relationship with her ex-husband Ben Foden. The singer and the sportsman were married until 2018, but continue to co-parent their two children, son Tadhg and daughter Aoife Belle. They have been successfully co-parenting their children since their split, […]

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The nurses had a very surprising reaction Not everyone will love your baby name, but once it’s something you adore then that’s what matters the most. One mum was left surprised when her baby’s nurses had quite a surprising reaction to the name she chose for her. As any parent knows, trying to pick just […]

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A perfect option for your rainbow baby Those expecting a rainbow baby understand just how incredibly special it is. You’ve waited so long for your little one to arrive and are likely counting down the days to your due date. Any parent-to-be knows one of the biggest decisions you have to make is what you’ll […]

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Daniel Tiger is the top recommendation for toddlers Trying to find a suitable TV series for your children to watch is never easy. There are so many options out there but we often find ourselves relying on the old reliable like Peppa Pig, Bluey, and Cocomelon. However, there are only so many episodes of those […]

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Jesy Nelson is pregnant with twins Jesy Nelson recently revealed she was pregnant with twins, which may have stunned some of the singer’s fans. Nelson had previously spoken out about her desire to be child-free, explaining that she never had a maternal feeling so becoming a mum was never something she considered. In a 2021 […]

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Kelsey Parker has opened up about dealing with trolls during pregnancy Kelsey Parker has shut down trolls who accused her of moving on too soon from her late husband Tom Parker. Last month, the mum confirmed she was pregnant with her partner Will’s first child. Kelsey and her partner Will said it was a “happy […]

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An influencer mum has chosen quite a unique name for her baby girl Some people will choose baby names that won’t be everyone’s cup of tea. Some will opt for classic names and others will go for more modern monikers, but choosing a name the parents love is what is most important. Sharing your child’s […]

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Are the free school meals causing more harm than good? Experts have expressed their concerns about the free hot school meals programme in Ireland. The scheme currently provides free hot meals to around 345,000 pupils in Ireland with plans to extend it even further. Around 2,200 schools avail of the scheme at the moment but […]

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Babies start to hear from around 18 weeks A new study has discovered that playing classical music to babies in the womb has incredible benefits. Babies will start to hear from around the 18th week of your pregnancy so playing music and talking to them is valuable. A new study, conducted by a team in […]

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Communion season is just around the corner Dunnes Stores has launched its 2025 Communion dress collection and there are some truly beautiful dresses in this year’s range. The Paul Costelloe collection features five dresses and two suits that are perfect for your child’s special day. Communion season will be here before we know it so […]

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Jodie Wood has confirmed her baby girl’s sweet name Irish influencer Jodie Wood has confirmed the name of her third child. The mum chose a short but sweet name for her baby girl. She gave birth to her darling daughter last week and has finally revealed the name they chose for her. View this post […]

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“How people send children into church knowing all we know is astounding.” When I think back to when I made my First Holy Communion, I remember the early morning trip to the hairdressers, the mountain of sandwiches my Nanny made for guests, and the pointless white umbrella I had to carry around all day. I […]

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