Childcare is one of the biggest issues for mothers returning to the workplace – and Ireland has some of the most expensive childcare costs in Europe. With childcare costing as much as rent or mortgage repayments, it has forced many parents to choose between their careers and their financial stability. The major expansion of the […]

7 years ago

These are so beautiful. If you have a friend who is a due a baby soon and are on the lookout for the perfect gift, you can’t go wrong with these gorgeous baby books. Ideal as a baby shower or Christening gift, it’s a traditional gift with an extra special touch. Available from Tales for […]

7 years ago

This article may contain spoilers. Daenerys has long been one of the fan favourites from the Game of Thrones series. Seen as the underdog turned the mother of dragons, she has inspired many parents to name their daughters after her. In the United States alone more than 4,500 babies were named after the fiery blonde […]

7 years ago

I have very ‘Irish’ hair. It curls, it gets frizzy, it does everything you don’t want it to do in the Irish weather which is either wet or humid or both. Most days I just throw my hair up in a bun so I don’t have to deal with it. Having two children under the […]

7 years ago

These are seriously stylish. Aldi is releasing a new homeware collection in stores today and you won’t want to miss it. With rich warm tones and luxurious fabrics, it has all the latest trends for a fraction of the price. Art deco and retro chic are making a huge emergence when it comes to furniture […]

7 years ago

The family of 19-year-old stabbing victim Azzam Raguragui have released a statement. The young man was killed when he was fatally stabbed in Dublin on May 10. Azzam’s heartbroken family issued this statement earlier today. “The past few days have been very difficult and challenging for our family. An Garda Síochána are leading in the investigation […]

7 years ago

Do your kids love Peppa Pig? Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever is coming to the Olympia Theatre in Dublin and tickets go on sale this week. Tickets for the March 2020 performances will go on sale this Friday, May 17 at 9am. Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a day out with George, […]

7 years ago

It’s something I’ve often thought about myself. After giving birth to both of my children my body was absolutely exhausted. All I wanted was to sleep but that was not going to happen. When I gave birth to my daughter in 2017 I landed back in the ward around one o clock in the morning […]

7 years ago

This is amazing! This viral post appeared in my home-feed recently and I was amazed at just how many fantastic uses for breast milk there really is. The photo shared by Chelsea Leigh Ward contains a list of all the medical uses for breast milk, and there’s far more than I had expected. Shared by DoulaCare […]

7 years ago

Many families will be heading to music festivals this summer. Last year I was at a camping music festival and couldn’t get over the number of children that were there. There were moments during the weekend that even I got a little overwhelmed with all the noise, so I wondered how tiny children were dealing […]

7 years ago

If you’ve got an 18-year-old travel bug at home, tell them to pack their bags. DiscoverEU, an initiative of the European Union will be providing free travel for around 12,000 young people this summer. The pass will allow your teenager to inter rail across Europe completely free of charge! Not only will they get to […]

7 years ago

“I hope you’re not afraid of heights.” I heard that a lot in the run-up to my abseil last week. For the last three years, mental health charity Jigsaw has run an annual abseil in Croke Park to raise awareness and funds for mental health services and this year I decided to take part. May […]

7 years ago

Looking for the perfect gift to buy a new mum? Then look no further as Kayla’s Kitchen has everything you need to put a smile on any new parents face. The Irish business delivers delicious and nutritious meals direct to your door, all you have to do is reheat. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bud8khInY6K/ Founded by mum Paula Hughes, she […]

7 years ago

Accio everything! The magical wizarding world of Harry Potter will soon be coming to an Aldi near you. The out of this world range will have everything that your future Hogwarts student could need from backpacks, stationery, bedding and of course their wand. Arriving in stores next Sunday your child will be able to find […]

7 years ago

Is your child an artist? Glenisk is looking for a brand-new character to join its Organic Bio Kids’ Yogurt packs! Glenisk is encouraging kids aged 5 to 12 years to create a new Glenisk character for each of its three Organic Bio Kids’ Yogurt packs, including Strawberry, Vanilla and no added sugar Banana yogurts. Each […]

7 years ago

If there’s one stage of babyhood that us parents dread, it’s the teething stage. My little girl is in full-blown teething mode at the moment as most people can tell by the hand luggage sized bags under my eyes. Even though we generally know what this phase itself will entail, mostly a cranky baby, knowing […]

7 years ago

We’re so delighted for her! Jen Hatton of Jen Hatton sketches just revealed that she is due her first baby. The comedienne shared the news today over social media and her fans could not be happier for her. The soon-to-be-mum shared four photographs of herself and her partner along with the caption; “Time to share […]

7 years ago

Do you know what medicine is in your press? One mum recently took to social media to tell other parents why it’s so important to have different medicines stocked in your cupboard at all times. The mummy blogger shared a recent experience she had when her daughter suddenly became ill and how it made her […]

7 years ago

Coming to Smyths today. The new two-in-one travel system is both stylish and practical with one-motion folding, four-wheel suspension and a super lightweight and compact frame. Launching today The Envy by Baby Elegance is exclusively available in Smyths from today May 9.  The Envy chassis has been innovatively designed to be as lightweight and […]

7 years ago

When I was pregnant night outs were a bit watered down. Fizzy drinks set my morning sickness off in a big way so most of the time I would end up knocking back nothing but water for the night. Not very exciting. There were a couple of pubs that served things like hot chocolate and […]

7 years ago

National Pyjama Day takes work casual to a new level in schools across the country tomorrow. Now in its 16th year, National Pyjama Day will see families nationwide sponsoring babies and children to wear their pyjamas to preschool for a day. All funds raised will be donated to charities that work with children with additional […]

7 years ago

You’ll never get them back out of the garden. The summer holidays are just around the corner so as parents we’re going to be looking for lots of ways to keep the kids entertained. Luckily Aldi is releasing an amazing range of garden toys that the kids will absolutely love. Landing in stores on May […]

7 years ago

What exactly is delayed cord clamping and why is it important? I’ll be honest, it wasn’t something I had even heard about until very recently but then it got me wondering, why haven’t I heard about it? I’ve had two children but I’ve never come across the term before or even knew that it was […]

7 years ago

Is there a budding musician in your house? Girls Rock Dublin is a non-profit organisation that organises camps and events in Dublin for young girls hoping to become musicians. This year they’re looking to gather as many instruments as possible for their campers. On top of that Girls Rock Dublin hope to create an instrument […]

7 years ago

This looks amazing. A monthly subscription box with a difference TheGinBox.ie is the perfect treat for any gin lover. Not only will you be treated to deliveries of premium gin to your home but it will also be accompanied by special treats. Announced on a monthly basis, TheGinBox features both Irish and international brands. This month […]

7 years ago

Some amazing deals. Mothercare’s Bank Holiday Sale will start on today until next Wednesday with over 100 products with lower prices. The sale will also have clothing for both baby girls and baby boys at discounted prices with 20 per cent off! Included in the sale is the Welcome Home Bedside Crib Bedding Starter Set […]

7 years ago

Honestly, I couldn’t be bothered. I’ve been in active labour twice in my life and neither time was I thinking about doing my hair or makeup. I would have thought that was the norm but apparently not. More and more mums are becoming conscious of their appearance even in the height of child labour due […]

7 years ago

May marks the start of mental health month but how do we start the mental health conversation? Ireland has one of the highest teen suicide rates in Europe but still, mental health is treated as a second thought in most regards. Every child in Ireland will take part in a P.E class but not every […]

7 years ago

The Big Toddle is back! Barnardos ambassador Donal Skehan was joined by Ireland’s littlest fundraisers to launch the Big Toddle for Barnardos sponsored by Danone – a half-mile sponsored walk for children under five. Since it began nearly half a million toddlers have toddled 250,000 miles to raise vital funds for vulnerable children their own […]

7 years ago

Does your toddler have a love/hate relationship with their highchair? They still need it but they don’t want to need it because they feel like they’re a ‘big kid’? I’m in exactly this situation with my daughter. She hasn’t even turned two yet but she refuses point blank to sit in her high chair. She […]

7 years ago

Thinking of giving your kitchen a makeover? Are you looking for professional advice and insider tips regarding your kitchen design? Or perhaps you’d like guidance on how to make the most of your budget, through clever design and choice of appliances? French kitchen appliance brand De Dietrich have partnered with architect, columnist and presenter of […]

7 years ago

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7 years ago

Is your child a fan of the Very Hungry Caterpillar? My son received a copy of the Very Hungry Caterpillar book for his first birthday and instantly became obsessed with it and he’s not alone. Since its release the book has been a firm favourite with children and now there’s the clothing line to match. […]

7 years ago

Free Comic Book Day is back and it looks better than ever! The annual worldwide event comes back this Saturday and if you have any comic book fans at home you’re not going to want to miss it. Every year thousands flock to comic book stores across the country for free comics and lots of […]

7 years ago

We’re so excited! Japanese designed lifestyle brand MINISO is set to launch their very first Irish store in Dublin next week in Jervis Shopping Centre, Dublin. Located on Level 1 of the shopping centre, MINISO will open its doors to the Irish public on May 11. The popular lifestyle shop known for its cute and […]

7 years ago

My son is a May baby. In the past, we’ve had small get-togethers with a couple of cousins or a day trip out to celebrate his birthday. This year however we decided to throw him a proper birthday party so that he could invite all of his school friends, as many of them will be […]

7 years ago

This article may contain spoilers. Pop culture has always been an inspiration for parents-to-be looking for the perfect baby name. From films and TV shows to books, it has been a great baby naming source for parents to pull from. Most recently one TV show, in particular, has caught the imagination of parents in a […]

7 years ago

My son is about to start at a new school. For the last three years, he has been attending the same school which happens to be the one I attended when I was little. When I was a student there the uniform was a different colour, a beautiful shade of brown, whereas now it is […]

7 years ago

Could this help trans women experience pregnancy? A British surgeon is calling for womb transplants to allow transgender women to have their own children. He believes that transgender women could successfully become pregnant with the procedure. Last year a baby was born from a transplanted womb for the first time. The surgery which took place […]

7 years ago

A sad day for parents. Last year Sherbet children’s clothing store in Carrick on Shannon revealed to their customers that they would be closing its doors for good, but that all of their stock could still be purchased through their online store. This week the owners of Sherbet announced the sad news via Facebook that […]

7 years ago

Well, I definitely haven’t tried this one before… I was up in my grandparent’s house and both I and my cousin were complaining about having colds. My grandmother then told us that she had felt the same but she had made a recipe that my granddad had told her about and suddenly she felt a […]

7 years ago

Who doesn’t love a surprise right? On my lunch break today I decided to pop into TIGER to pick up a couple of bowls and a carrot peeler (the exciting adventures of mum I know). Of course, you can’t just head into TIGER without taking a gander at all the other cute bits and bobs […]

7 years ago

I’m sorry, how much? Youtuber and makeup guru James Charles will soon be holding an event for his fans where they can learn all his tips and tricks and receive a fabulous goodie bag. The only problem is the tickets to attend this event are $500 (€450) and parents aren’t happy about it. https://www.instagram.com/p/BwnbRgTg1-d/ The 19-year-old […]

7 years ago

This is so frightening. A parent recently shared a photo of their child’s badly injured foot after the family had spent the day at the beach. The two-year-old sustained horrifying burns when they accidentally stood on a disposable BBQ that had been left discarded on the ground by another beach user. The child’s parent took […]

7 years ago

For the Honour of Grayskull! If you were obsessed with She Ra in the 1980s and want to share all her kick-ass awesomeness with your own child you’re in luck. She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is back on Netflix and it looks amazing! A reimagining of the 80s hit series, She-Ra and the Princesses […]

7 years ago

A fantastic cause for a fantastic charity. Spotlight Whitening launches a limited edition KIDS oral care kit with 100 per cent of the profits going to children’s charity ISPCC. The Irish oral care brand is re-launching Spotlight Kids Toothpaste and free kids character toothbrush, for a limited time only to raise much-needed funds for the […]

7 years ago

My kids have been on planes since before they turned one. Saying that neither of them has been on a long haul flight and to be honest the idea fills me with dread. My youngest threw a tantrum on our flight home last year from Portugal and that was only a couple of hours. I […]

7 years ago

MINISO is finally coming to Ireland! The popular Japanese inspired chain store will be arriving in the country next month and we honestly can’t wait. Known for being an amazing shop to pick up a bargain all of their stock is the perfect combination of cute and stylish. Due to open in Jervis Shopping Centre […]

7 years ago

Great news for any fans of Ellie Kelly. The popular makeup influencer will be hosting a workshop this weekend in Dublin and it’s completely free. Ellie will be hosting this fantastic event this Saturday, April 29 and it’s one that any makeup mad teen is not going to want to miss. https://www.instagram.com/p/BvcI6xchfY3/ From 1 to […]

7 years ago

A historic event at a historic location. London’s West End looked a little different yesterday when over 170 babies arrived to take their seats. The children and their parents took part in a historic moment when they attended the first baby and parent performance at the Vaudeville Theatre. We had the best afternoon, thank you for […]

7 years ago