Just like the show, they attempt to carve a shape out of the dalgoda The latest challenge going viral on TikTok is leading to serious injuries among young people. According to reports, the Squid Games-inspired Honeycomb Challenge is causing a spike in pediatric burns. For the uninitiated, Squid Game is a South Korean Netflix series […]

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More couples are sleeping separately than you probably think ‘Til death do us part… or exhaustion. Whichever happens first. When you shack up with a partner, whether you’re married or not, chances are the plan is to share a room. But, does it have to be like that? If and when babies come along, very […]

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“I would trade anything for our baby to be at home for an extra eight weeks.” Fathers, or second mothers in same-sex couples, are entitled to two week’s off work which can start any time in the first six months after the birth (or placement in the case of an adoption.) Employers don’t have to […]

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This is what Christmas morning dreams were made of.

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What age should kids get a mobile phone? When to get your child their first phone is a question that many parents ponder over. With their friends seemingly all having one first, it often comes down to pestering until you surrender and say yes. We asked HerFamily readers what’s the right age to buy your […]

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Police have now released CCTV footage Police are on the hunt for two women after a wine bottle was smashed over another woman’s head on the London Underground. The incident tool place at 12:30 am on Thursday, June 17 on the Northern Line Tube. The victim was sitting alone, opposite the pair when they accused […]

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We’re in LOVE with some of these! Names related to animals, birds and mystical creatures are set to trend for 2022 according to the world’s leading baby name site, Nameberry. We’re so obsessed with this list, we’re going to have to have ten more kids so we can use them all. Bear Birdie Lulu Dovie […]

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There’s a lot of debate online about this How do you react when a stranger tries to handle your child? Has it happened to you? Well, it happened to this mum when she was out shopping and she doesn’t know how to feel about it. Taking to Mumsnet, the woman said she was out shopping […]

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Honestly, what is wrong with people?! Strictly stars and fans alike have rushed to support Tilly Ramsay after she was branded “chubby little thing” by radio presenter. Daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, Tilly has been a joy to watch on Strictly Come Dancing this season, but she’s been brutally body shamed by British radio […]

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A chilling discovery Disturbing information has been discovered in the case of an Illinois mother who was arrested in connection with the death of her 5-month-old daughter, Emery Lyons. Police say that before 23-year-old Joslynn Graham’s daughter’s death, her mother had conducted online research for ways to “get rid of your child”. Police were called […]

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“They showed up at our dinner table and I just said ‘all of you guys leave, now’” Picture the scene; The wedding is over and you’ve set off together on your dream honeymoon. There’s nothing to be seen for miles around except golden sand, blue skies… oh and the bride’s entire family. The groom in […]

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What a lucky little girl Princess Charlotte is expected to inherit the tiara Diana wore for her 1981 wedding, it’s been revealed. Prince William has reportedly asked that Charlotte be gifted the headpiece, which is currently owned by Diana’s brother, Charles, 9th Earl Spencer. A palace source told New Idea: “William is close with his […]

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Maybe my son will finally stop stealing my laptop now? (Probably not) What a gorgeous collection of toys, at really reasonable prices. I’ll certainly be picking up a few of these bits while I’m buying nappies this month. Make a note of the release dates below and be quick — we can’t see these hanging […]

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Daniel Lawson says he deserves a break from tidying up …and doing the school run and making meals for his kids and, you know, parenting. Oh and he wants us to pay for it. The stay-at-home dad from Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire has pissed off parents everywhere by creating a crowdfunder for a night out. He […]

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Looking for some toy inspiration for Christmas? Amazon has just released the 10 toys predicted to be on the top of every kid’s wish list this year. From LEGO to Paw Patrol and everything in between, here’s what’s trending in toys for Christmas 2021… 1 LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Luigi Starter Course, €53.31 2 […]

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Kids are kids… …They’ll sometimes want on trend toys, branded items and things you already know will be a flash in the pan when they’re in your shopping basket. If you’re after something they’ll hopefully love for years to come, we have some great ideas for you. Sustainability isn’t just about buying wooden toys or […]

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Medical professionals often recognise conditions from the sound of a patient’s cough Studies have been carried out to develop an understanding of changes in cough sounds associated with COVID-19. Of course, Coronavirus presents differently in different people and, as we know, new variants have brought about new symptoms. 39-year-old Tara Jane Langston has shared a […]

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“If you or someone under the age of 16 have used recently these sachets and have suffered no ill-effects, there is no cause for concern.” The UK medicines watchdog has issued the recall on packs of Tesco’s cough and cold medicine because of incorrect labelling. 78,999 packs from three batches of  Tesco Max All-In-One Chesty […]

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Are all the names on this list beautiful baby girl names? Yes. Will your child spend their life correcting people who’ve gone for the OTHER spelling? Also yes. With many variations between them, beware — these are some of the most misspelled girl’s names in this part of the world. Aimee Claire Freya Katie Lindsay […]

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We don’t know whether to laugh or cry Shows like Peppa Pig and Bob the Builder are in danger of vanishing from screens if UK ministers choose to cut funding for British-made kids’ programmes later this month. Ministers are currently weighing up whether to continue subsidising television shows for young audiences, with the Young Audiences […]

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As the bug sweeps through Irish schools and childcare facilities, experts warn that hand gel won’t kill this particular virus Using hand gel has become second nature to us all since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak. But, as norovirus sweeps through the country, parents have been urged NOT to replace hand washing with hand […]

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A toddler from Ohio has been being brutally attacked by two family pit bulls 16-month-old Kavay Louis-Calderon was being minded by her uncle on Sunday morning. The police report says the man stood on the screened-in porch of his home having an argument with a woman he knew, which caused the dogs to become “agitated” […]

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The top stories trending in Ireland, this morning. Budget 2022 to ease family health costs with free GP care for children up to age seven Free GP care for children up to the age of seven is set to be announced in tomorrow’s Budget. Other healthcare updates will include a lowering of the threshold for […]

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Hours of fun for children of all ages Now that the weather has started to turn on us, we’ll all be looking for ways to entertain the smallies indoors. Cardboard Magic‘s creations are not just an awesome playhouse to have adventures and imaginative play in, they’re also an easy craft project with amazing results. Together […]

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Andrew was ‘devastated’ when his Late Late Show appearance was rescheduled at the last minute Andrew McGinley was all set to appear on last night’s Late Late Show, but told his social media followers that his appearance had been “rescheduled”. Taking to Twitter, Andrew spoke of his disappointment that his appearance wasn’t going ahead. “Thank […]

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Health and safety concerns aside, I long for the day a kid rocks up to my house wearing a plastic bag Nothing beats the nostalgia conjured up by an old-school Halloween costume. Halloween in the 80s and 90s; when a non-scary costume would have been a bizarre choice. When there wasn’t a (real) pumpkin in […]

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Brought to you by Breast Cancer Ireland Have fun, get active and raise funds for a great cause, this month Autumn is the perfect time of year to get moving and set yourself an active challenge. If you would like to raise money for a good cause while you’re at it, we’ve got just the […]

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“I think at this point, there’s no denying that there needs to be change” We’re big fans of Stacey Solomon around these parts, and we know you are too. We’re also quite partial to Penneys, so tidings of another Stacey Solomon x Primark collection was very good news indeed. The best part? The collection will […]

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“…they had been hired within the past two months and were not properly trained” Wongel Estifanos was just six-years-old when she fell 110ft from a fairground ride at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Colorado and tragically died. It has transpired that the girl was sitting on the seatbelts instead of wearing them, a report concluded […]

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Choosing a unique name is great — people, however, are the worst. Have you ever heard about a new baby’s name and thought, ‘hmm, not for me’? I’m sure we all have. Seconds later, we’ve usually moved on with our day, never to think about it again. Why then, does it feel so icky when you […]

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When are they old enough to decide? A quick straw poll today revealed that the majority of parents think that seven or eight is a decent enough age to allow kids to have their ears pierced. Some said 10 or 12 is a more reasonable stage, with many saying children should at least be old […]

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Is there a sentence long enough? The South Dakota woman accused of the starvation death of a 3-year-old girl has been sentenced to 75 years in prison. Renae Fayant, 27, and Robert Price, Jr., 29, were the child’s (who is Fayant’s neice) caregivers for two years. Both are accused of her death. The autopsy showed […]

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Checks by prison officers revealed ‘nothing untoward’ Details of a tragic event are emerging from the UK today, after a damning report was published about the death of baby born to teenager in prison cell. Prisons and Probation ombudsman Sue McAllister explained: “Ms A gave birth alone in her cell overnight without medical assistance.” The […]

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It’s beginning to look a lot like… OK, maybe not just yet. Yep, she’s back banging on about Christmas in September. I know, I know, but now is the time to book the super popular Santa experiences before they sell out. Not everyone is as early as us, but rest assured we’ll add more to […]

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So that’s gender reveals and baby showers we need to cancel now Friends and family members gathered at Kinloch Fire Department’s station in Pennsylvania this weekend to celebrate the upcoming birth of a new baby when the dad-to-be got into an argument with a guest. A fight broke out and the man ultimately shot three […]

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“I was terrified of getting hit with a massive bill, so even in labour I was updating my insurance details.” Brittany Giroux Lane gave birth to her daughter, Alexandra, a few days before Christmas in 2018. Baby Alexandra was about 13 weeks early, and weighed just two pounds. Nurses at Mount Sinai hospital, New York […]

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“She asked me if in my heart I feel like a girl, because in her heart she felt like a boy” We all just want the best for our kids. We want them to be happy and fulfilled, in whatever life they choose for themselves. They’re sure to challenge us, and oh boy will they […]

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The officers set up a perimeter before trying to negotiate with the man in question A police officers in New Jersey is being recognised for his life-saving work after catching a 1-month-old baby who was thrown from the second story of a building. The details of the disturbance are unclear, but a male was seen […]

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“This is NOT a political issue that took place today. It’s a human issue.” A video going viral on Twitter appears to show a mother and a toddler being kicked off an American Airlines flight because the asthmatic child didn’t keep a mask on. The child’s mother, Amanda Pendarvis says she made every effort to […]

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“No One Should Lose Sleep Over My Son’s Pink Socks — I’m Certainly Not” You’d think I planned it. I had my son exactly two years after my best friend had hers. The result is a steady stream of hand-me-downs that I adore. I love them because my friend has great taste, but it’s also […]

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Decision fatigue makes us irritable and tired and it affects kids more than grown-ups It’s well-known that presidents of the USA rarely choose their own food — they leave that decision up to the chef at the White House. In fact, Barack Obama famously always wore the same suit in order to cut out decisions […]

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Taina Licciardo-Toivola has ten children, so she’s already some sort of superhero in my eyes. She also feeds them all a vegan diet… suddenly me complaining about having to make my one child the odd cottage pie feels a bit unnecessary. But these aren’t the reasons everyone’s talking about Taina and her family — she […]

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When a desperate parent tries something very unconventional Desperate to stop her kids from leaving dirty socks around the house, and tired of issuing ignored pleas, writer Rachel Cameron decided she needed to up the ante. Describing an issue that will be all too familiar to many, she says: “Before I had kids, I never […]

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My first exposure to time-outs was via Channel 4’s Super Nanny in the noughties. It’s a simple discipline technique where a child is told to sit on a step, or go to their room for a set number of minutes — usually one minute per year of age. After that, there’s a brief discussion about […]

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“Determining whether or not the baby was born dead or alive — that is the crux of my prosecution” A tragic tale is unfolding in the States right now, after a woman surrendered to New York police. She is alleged to have killed her baby shortly after he was born, hiding his body at her […]

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“Is it really that outlandish that someone might enjoy being a stay-at-home-parent?” The decision to return, or not return to work after having children is often a financial one, but not always. Writer Kristen Aspevig recently spoke to Today’s Parent about her unexpected decision to stay at home with her kids: “The plan was to take a […]

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The photo stopped us in our tracks today The photo of a young girl eating a meal off a box outdoors has caused anger and upset amongst homeless charities and campaigners. Founder and CEO of Dublin charity, Feed Our Homeless Tony Walsh tweeted the pic with the caption: “A picture like this speaks a thousand […]

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“This has been going on for a couple of weeks now and I told her many times to tone it down.” Love it or loath it, social media has changed the world and, in turn, our lives. For all its downsides, it’s kept us connected during this past year and a half when IRL meet-ups […]

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“He’s just a little boy. He didn’t think this was really serious.” A pair of teenage boys have been arrested in Florida after allegedly planning a mass shooting at their school. Thirteen-year-old Conner Pruett and 14-year-old Phillip Byrd were taken into custody at Harns Marsh Middle School in Lehigh Acres, Florida, after another student told […]

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“When children are not forced to share, the end result is a child who learns patience and empathy” We’ve all been there — you’re visiting friends or hanging out with other kids at the park, and your kid does NOT want to share their stuff. We do the embarrassed “he’s not usually like this” apology, […]

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