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  • Win a complete Eucerin anti-pigmentation bundle for you and your mum

    Win a complete Eucerin anti-pigmentation bundle for you and your mum

    Brought to you by HerFamily Immaculate skin in no time.  Hyperpigmentation is just one of the ways we can look older and it occurs in a myriad of ways. We can experience pigment spots from sun exposure, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (due to trauma or injury) and larger patches of hyperpigmentation known as melasma or chloasma that’s […]

    6 years ago

  • [CLOSED] Win a family pass to visit Santa plus a €150 Arboretum gift card

    [CLOSED] Win a family pass to visit Santa plus a €150 Arboretum gift card

    Brought to you by Arboretum It’s the season of giving folks! So, only right really that we treat our most precious little ones to the most magical of experiences. They deserve it all. Much to our delight, Arboretum (a home and garden heaven) is on the ball, helping us give away a terrific prize. With […]

    7 years ago

  • Here’s how you could end up saving more by switching your current account

    Here’s how you could end up saving more by switching your current account

    Brought to you by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) We’re always on the hunt for further savings. Indeed, it’s entirely necessary. Between the uniforms, the school costs, the weekly shopping and the mortgage, we’re keeping our eyes peeled for ALL the ways we can save our pennies. There’s one area, however, that’s often […]

    7 years ago

  • Nit outbreak? Here’s what you need to keep your child’s hair head lice free

    Nit outbreak? Here’s what you need to keep your child’s hair head lice free

    Brought to you by Hedrin Creepy crawlies be gone, please! No one enjoys the thought of those six-legged, grey monsters that love our hair. Yes, yours too mums and dads. (Eeek!) Nearly one in 10 primary school children could have head lice at any one time, so indeed, it’s a common occurrence, one very few […]

    7 years ago

  • WIN a €100 One4All voucher to spend in over 8,000 shops in-store and online

    WIN a €100 One4All voucher to spend in over 8,000 shops in-store and online

    Sponsored Oh, all the things we can get with a One4All voucher. Perhaps you’re in need of a few ‘back to school bits and bobs,’ dreaming of a divine spa treatment, planning a quick escape to a lux hotel or longing for a gorgeous dinner just for two. With over 8,500 places to spend your […]

    7 years ago

  • SuperValu has kicked off its French Wine Sale so go, go, go!

    SuperValu has kicked off its French Wine Sale so go, go, go!

    Brought to you by SuperValu Exciting news everyone! SuperValu is having a delightful (and most welcome) French wine sale. Indeed, it’s the perfect opportunity to stock up for the festive season (we can never plan early enough), before a Saturday night soirée or even a relaxing night in. Until September 25 you can buy any […]

    7 years ago

  • WIN a gorgeously cosy Stokke Sleepi crib for your baby worth €584!

    WIN a gorgeously cosy Stokke Sleepi crib for your baby worth €584!

    Brought to you by Aptaclub Baby on the way? Mums-to-be, we have quite the giveaway in store. We know that in the lead up to baby’s arrival, life is busy, expensive and it’s a stage in which we try and cram all our prep and planning into just a few months. So, in a bid […]

    7 years ago

  • We’re giving away a beautiful mum and baby yoga experience!

    We’re giving away a beautiful mum and baby yoga experience!

    Brought to you by SMA® Baby Club. Yep, six classes of mum and baby yoga to help make you feel extra good. SMA® Baby Club aims to give mums great personalised content, surprises they’ll love, plus support throughout their wonderful journey. So, they’re providing one of our HerFamily readers with a superb giveaway. The Yoga […]

    7 years ago

  • Win the a-list favourite Baby Jogger worth a cool €460 for you and your newborn

    Win the a-list favourite Baby Jogger worth a cool €460 for you and your newborn

    Brought to you by Aptaclub It’s incredibly exciting knowing baby is on the way. With a first born, we try and have everything just right (or at least the closest thing to it!) before our little prince or princess enters the world. It can range from decorating their room to learning about all the things we […]

    7 years ago

  • 19 stunning kids bedroom ideas that EVERYONE will love

    19 stunning kids bedroom ideas that EVERYONE will love

    Prepare for some serious design inspiration right here. A beautiful space can allow us to relax, boost our imaginative flair and have our private down time. Super important stuff if you ask us! Creating the perfect space for our kids, one that they can call their own, is one of the best things we can […]

    7 years ago

  • How to travel South Africa with the kids and make for a magical experience

    How to travel South Africa with the kids and make for a magical experience

    Brought to you by South African Tourism.  We promise wide eyes and smiling faces all-round. When we think of South Africa, we think adventure, wildlife, hiking, trekking, watersports, a diverse culture and more. It’s a place that requires a lot of time and energy, yes. But it’s also true that South Africa makes for an […]

    8 years ago

  • The K Club has planned the most perfect family retreat and the Easter Bunny is coming!

    The K Club has planned the most perfect family retreat and the Easter Bunny is coming!

    Brought to you by The K Club. Easter break at The K Club is set to be exceptional. With stunning surroundings, traditional Irish hospitality and exceptional service – the 5-star country estate and Ireland’s first AA 5 Red Star hotel has plans to help create the most wonderful memories for all the family. The K Club’s […]

    8 years ago

  • Win a purity hamper from WaterWipes! Full of adorable knitwear for baby too

    Win a purity hamper from WaterWipes! Full of adorable knitwear for baby too

    Brought to you by WaterWipes. Our little babas deserve the best of everything, that’s for sure. A baby’s skin is soft and sensitive and its delicate nature requires a little extra love and care. Imagine, after just having entered the world and leaving their safe haven with mum, their skin undoubtedly encounters a whole new environment […]

    8 years ago

  • The STRONG ROOTS food truck is coming to a local rugby club and it could be yours!

    The STRONG ROOTS food truck is coming to a local rugby club and it could be yours!

    Brought to you by STRONG ROOTS. Any little rugby fanatics at home? Well, the folks at STRONG ROOTS are packing up their food truck and bringing even more excitement to Ireland’s Six Nations game on Saturday, March 16. STRONG ROOTS – the makers of all those delicious plant-based goods we’re always picking up in our weekly […]

    8 years ago

  • Quit to Fit: Meet the teams

    Quit to Fit: Meet the teams

    Brought to you by NiQuitin.  It’s finally time – Quit to Fit is back! After seeing the success of those who took the plunge and dived right into the Quit to Fit challenge last year, we’re back with 10 weeks planned full of activities to help our determined teams to quit smoking for good. With […]

    8 years ago

  • WIN a family holiday to Paris worth €3,000! Just cook us up a storm in the kitchen

    WIN a family holiday to Paris worth €3,000! Just cook us up a storm in the kitchen

    Brought to you by Le Crunch French Apples.  Mums and dads, we’re searching for Ireland’s Best Home Cook. In particular, a cook that can whip up something extraordinary using… apples! You see, we’ve teamed up with Le Crunch French Apples to give a lucky reader an outrageous prize — a family trip to Paris worth €3,000! […]

    8 years ago

  • These pics will make you want to pack up the fam and embark on a Caribbean cruise!

    These pics will make you want to pack up the fam and embark on a Caribbean cruise!

    Brought to you by Royal Caribbean Cruises. OK, time to add to the bucket list mums and dads. Or… why not get planning the next big summer holiday right away? Every spring/summer, we dream of that one family holiday that’s unique, different to the last and that won’t be forgotten. Well, judging from the images […]

    8 years ago

  • 12 of the greatest Christmas movies to enjoy on a family night in

    12 of the greatest Christmas movies to enjoy on a family night in

    Brought to you by Bank of Ireland ’tis the season to be jolly! Christmas can be a bit of a stress for parents, yet, the determination to make it super special for the kids is indestructible. It’s the little things that matter most. Yes, they’re going to love toys, books, computer and board games… but […]

    8 years ago

  • WIN 3 gorgeous body and skincare gift sets worth €250 from L’Occitane

    WIN 3 gorgeous body and skincare gift sets worth €250 from L’Occitane

    Brought to you by L’Occitane. Treat yourself mum! Or your family or a special girl pal, but we really do think this one should be ALL YOURS. L’Occitane, with their gorgeous Provence-inspired body and skincare essentials, want to treat you to not just a little bit of luxury, but three luscious gift sets full of […]

    8 years ago

  • WIN a lux. stay at Derry’s Da Vinci Hotel plus a celebratory 3-course dinner

    WIN a lux. stay at Derry’s Da Vinci Hotel plus a celebratory 3-course dinner

    Brought to you by Da Vinci’s Hotel Derry. Prepare yourself (and your guest) for the most superb stay-cation in Derry. Oh yes, the four-star Da Vinci Hotel is the go-to for any stay in beautiful Derry and it’s located just a mile from the city centre’s happenings. It boasts spacious contemporary bedrooms, an award-winning traditional […]

    8 years ago

  • Infants are more determined to achieve goals when they see you do this

    Infants are more determined to achieve goals when they see you do this

    Just when do children determine they’re going to try their best or instead decide they’re really not that bothered? Well this is exactly what an MIT study tried to find out. To do this, researchers set up an experiment which saw 15-month-old babies watch an adult perform two tasks. The adult had to first remove […]

    8 years ago

  • Dirt and clutter be gone! WIN a hamper full of cleaning essentials

    Dirt and clutter be gone! WIN a hamper full of cleaning essentials

    Brought to you by Killeen.  Au revoir to mess! Yep, we’re sick of our bedroom looking a state, the kitchen being off-limits and the kids playroom being littered with mud, crumbs and sticky toys. And even when we go to reach for the perfect cleaning products, we find we’ve run out. Well, for those of […]

    8 years ago

  • WIN 30k Avios and jet off to your favourite European destination

    WIN 30k Avios and jet off to your favourite European destination

    Brought to you by AerClub, the loyalty programme of Aer Lingus. Christmas is looming! While the little ones have their Christmas wish-list sorted and Santa is busier than ever, mum and dad should have a special treat in the pipeline too! Yep, it’s the season of giving, so AerClub want to give one lucky winner […]

    8 years ago

  • Kids go free! This Galway hotel is mustering up something VERY special for Halloween

    Kids go free! This Galway hotel is mustering up something VERY special for Halloween

    Brought to you by Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway. Want to do something super special with the kids this midterm break? Well we might just have the perfect little trick or treat in store. The newly refurbished Maldron Hotel Sandy Road in Galway is celebrating Halloween (and their terrific revamp) with an offer quite unlike […]

    8 years ago

  • Dad shares hilarious image of what parenting has done to him

    Dad shares hilarious image of what parenting has done to him

    Every parent knows that the most important job in the world is bloody exhausting. This includes a dad named Mike Julianelle who has dedicated his Instagram account to “things children have ruined.” So far this includes his love of baking, his sleep time, the cleanliness of the home and now… his face. A post shared […]

    8 years ago

  • Know how to spot whether your child has simple cough OR in fact pneumonia

    Know how to spot whether your child has simple cough OR in fact pneumonia

    It’s one of those things that none of us ever want to be complacent about. Pneumonia can be fatal, so, it’s paramount we take measures to inform ourselves and our family how to steer clear of it and how to spot it. Pneumonia causes the tiny air sacs in the lungs to swell and become […]

    8 years ago

  • Adorable! This star-themed kids coat is €20 worth of perfection

    Adorable! This star-themed kids coat is €20 worth of perfection

    Brought to you by F&F, exclusively at Tesco. Doesn’t your own little star deserve a star-themed coat of their very own? Well, the good news is winter clothing for the kids needn’t break the bank, plus, it can be utterly cute and stylish too. Enter F&F’s autumn/winter kids clothing range. Totally affordable and adorable. There’s […]

    8 years ago

  • Kit out the kids! We’re giving away a €250 gift card to spend at TK Maxx

    Kit out the kids! We’re giving away a €250 gift card to spend at TK Maxx

    Brought to you by TK Maxx. It’s big names, top designers and luxury brands galore! TK Maxx has long been a favourite of ours and plenty of mums and dads out there, who ADORE a terrific bargain. Whether it’s the latest fashion trends you’re on the hunt for, looking for a hidden gem or some […]

    8 years ago

  • 5 reasons a family cruise can ultimately make for the greatest adventure

    5 reasons a family cruise can ultimately make for the greatest adventure

    Brought to you by NCL.  Ever considered heading off on a gorgeous cruise? Ocean cruises have undoubtedly surged in popularity. Of course, there are a number of things that make a cruise a truly family-friendly trip to remember. With so much choice of where to go and what to do with Sunway, we’re pretty much […]

    8 years ago

  • WIN the chance to have your child bear the flag at the All-Ireland Camogie Final

    WIN the chance to have your child bear the flag at the All-Ireland Camogie Final

    Brought to you by Liberty Insurance.  Have yourself a young camogie fan at home? Well mamas, Liberty Insurance is the Official Sponsor of the All-Ireland Camogie Championships, and they’ve teamed up with us here at HerFamily to make one child’s experience of the All-Ireland Camogie Final one to remember. Taking place in Croke Park, September […]

    8 years ago

  • Mum pregnant with twins accused of shoplifting by police officer

    Mum pregnant with twins accused of shoplifting by police officer

    Awkward moment or what? So pregnant mamas might be accused of having some extra Indian takeout, buying 10 jars of pickles when one has NEVER even eaten pickles before, going a bit nuts with the salt and even craving ice. (Entirely normal behaviour.) What we most definitely didn’t expect (and neither did this mum) was […]

    8 years ago