When you’re pregnant one thing you think about a lot is what you’re going to name your baby? Will it be something modern or traditional? A family name or something different? One thing you don’t count on is your baby deciding that they’re going to do their own thing and pick their own name. When […]

7 years ago

Another plus for breast milk. A study has found that babies who are breastfed have less antibiotic resistant bacteria in their gut. This was particularly true for babies that were breastfed for at least six months. The study performed by the University of Helsinki analysed the genes of 16 mothers and babies over eight months. It […]

7 years ago

Would you do this? Parents in the States are paying hundreds, if not thousands, to have celebrities record messages for their kids. Using an app called Cameo you can access a number of high profile celebrities that will record a message for you or someone you know but it often comes with a hefty price […]

7 years ago

Nobody puts baby in the corner. If your a mum who is a big Dirty Dancing fan then have I got good news for you! The Stella cinema and Mum Talks have teamed up to bring you a special ‘baby on board’ screening of the 80s classic! Taking place this Wednesday, July 3, you and […]

7 years ago

Can you help? A women’s refuge in Dublin has put out an urgent appeal for clothing for young girls. Saoirse Women’s Refuge which opened in 2006 provides short term crisis accommodation and 24-hour support for families as well as a 24-hour helpline service. The charity put out the appeal last week asking for the publics […]

7 years ago

It seems that it’s not just mum’s body that changes during pregnancy. While many women find that their bodies go through a lot of physical changes during and after pregnancy according to a study by the National Academy of Sciences, men can also experience physical changes. In fact, some men find that their testosterone dips quite […]

7 years ago

Being a busy mum often means getting ready on the go. There have been many a day when I’ve had to do my make up on the bus into work or have had to redo my hair and makeup on arrival after being caught in the rain. It can be hard to know what to […]

7 years ago

Looking for a family break away? Pack up the bags and don’t forget the teddy bears as Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone has a summer break that is not to be missed, even by the smallest members of the family. To celebrate the arrival of the school holidays at the 4-star waterfront Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone […]

7 years ago

My summers were never planned out as a kid. There would be the odd summer camp week or a summer project trip to Mosney but for the most part, we just went where the day took us. Now having my own kids I’ve felt the pressure to keep them occupied with activities 24/7 and honestly […]

7 years ago

This is a fantastic idea! On a recent trip to my local SuperValu, I spotted that they had new shopping trollies and on closer inspection discovered that they were ALF trollies. ALF (Autism Lifeskill Friend), trollies are specially designed for young children diagnosed with autism or sensory difficulties. The trolley is designed with a clipboard […]

7 years ago

Gardaí are worried about missing teen Elaine Sweeney. Gardaí in Ronanstown are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Elaine Sweeney who is missing from Lucan, Co. Dublin since Wednesday 26th June 2019. Elaine was last seen in Lucan when she got into a grey BMW (no registration number) on […]

7 years ago

Can you help? Gardaí in Ronanstown are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Christine Greene who is missing from Lucan, Co. Dublin since Wednesday 26th June 2019. Christine was last seen in Mulhuddart, late on the night of Wednesday 26th June 2019. She is described as being 5ft 6″ […]

7 years ago

Baby boxes are a huge trend at the moment. The Scandinavian inspired sensation has been sweeping Ireland, with more and more companies offering boxes in every shape and style possible. I love the idea of baby boxes but often times the contents are all baby and nothing for mum. After having two kids myself believe […]

7 years ago

What is the difference between someone not being nice and a bully? Even as an adult it can be hard to differentiate so how do we explain it to our children? Parenting safety site Code 9 Parent recently shared a post that explains perfectly how to tell if someone is being ‘not nice’, mean or […]

7 years ago

My family and I are moving home soon. Lately I’ve been sorting through all of our bits and figuring out what to bring and what to ditch. The one piece of furniture that I’m stuck on is my daughter’s cot. My daughter is 17-months-old and will be closer to two by the time we change […]

7 years ago

As parents, we always want to keep our children safe, but it’s not always easy. With most teenagers having access to the internet there is the constant worry of cyberbullying and online grooming. It can be difficult to know what to look out for without coming across as too overprotective but knowing what apps and […]

7 years ago

What a wonderful idea! Irish company Love Alice Gifts has come with an adorable way to ensure that you child has a peaceful night’s sleep. Their new ‘worry boxes’ are an ideal way to help rid your child of any nightmare anxiety they have before bedtime. Children can write or draw their worries and place […]

7 years ago

When watching modern children’s films I have one question, where is the trauma? Growing up with films from the 80s and 90s, there was no end of trauma. I’m sure it helped me build character but seriously, were they not allowed to release a movie unless it was going to scar you for life? I know […]

7 years ago

It’s something that’s always baffled me. Why do babies calm down when we walk around with them as opposed to when we sit with them? You wouldn’t think it would make much difference as they are being held and cuddled either way, but it does and science has figured out the exact reason why. My […]

7 years ago

Being a Dublin native I’ve never considered spending my night off from the kids at a Dublin hotel. Typically when I think of having a breakaway I think of popping somewhere down the country or even abroad but never to my own hoofing ground. Last night though my husband and I decided to spend our […]

7 years ago

As every parent knows, the summer holidays can be an expensive time. Schools are out, the kids are at a loose end and parents are tasked with keeping them entertained! With that in mind, Jervis Shopping Centre, Dublin’s favourite family shopping centre, is hosting the ultimate summer of fun with events every Saturday in July […]

7 years ago

Are you ready for Tayto Park Funfest this weekend? This weekend, Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th of June from 10 am, the inaugural Tayto Park Funfest will take place at Tayto Park, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. Over the weekend a host of entertainers from the worlds of music, circus, family entertainment, dance and art will come […]

7 years ago

Perfect for summertime. Having a gin and tonic out in the summer sun is a very popular past time once the sun finally arrives in Ireland. If you’re an expectant mum having a G&T has always had to fall the wayside but now there is a pregnancy-friendly alternative. CEDER’S is a new, non-alcoholic distilled gin […]

7 years ago

As close as it gets to staying in the Hogwarts dormitories. Irish party company The Dream Teepee have come up with a magical sleepover idea that any future wizard would love. Whether you’re a Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff you and your fella Hogwarts house pals will be able to enjoy a full movie marathon in […]

7 years ago

Mary has been found safe and well. Yester Gardaí asked for the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Mary Ellen O’Donnell who is missing from Leamlara, Co Cork. Mary Ellen O’Donnell was reported missing on the 12th June 2019 but she was last seen on the 19th June 2019 in the Glebe area […]

7 years ago

These are too adorable. If you truly believe that twinning is winning then you are going to love these matching mum and daughter jammies. These super cute Minnie Mouse mother and daughter PJs are currently being stocked in Penneys and they are just too sweet. Spotted by one of my favourite bloggers Ballina Style Guide […]

7 years ago

Earlier this month Nadine Walsh was found safe and well after the teen briefly disappeared. Now Gardaí are asking for the public’s help once again as the 15-year-old has gone missing for a second time. Nadine has been missing from the Mountjoy area since June 24. She is described as being 5’5”, of slim build […]

7 years ago

Last summer I brought my ten-month-old to Berlin with me. It was not only the first time she was brought abroad but also the first time I had ever travelled alone with one of my children. To say I was nervous is a serious understatement. I was so worried that I wouldn’t be able to […]

7 years ago

The kids are going to love this! With the summer holidays upon us, many parents will be planning summer camps and activities to keep the kids entertained over the next two months. Saying that I know myself as a parent, that all of these events can be pricey and even more so if you have […]

7 years ago

A wonderful gesture. Carol McNally and Aideen McGinn from Water Babies this week presented a cheque for €34,000 to Grainne Kennedy, Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships at CMRF Crumlin. Over 5000 babies and toddlers and their parents from across Ireland raised funds for CMRF Crumlin during Splashathon 2019, a national sponsored swim which took place […]

7 years ago

So excited! I already felt like Netflix had dropped a big nostalgia bomb when they announced they would be creating a series based on the classic movie The Dark Crystal. Now they have dropped an even bigger bombshell by announcing the cast and all I can say is wow! As well as some familiar faces […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking for the perfect family break away, look no further. Sometimes the idea of travelling the kids abroad really fills us with the fear. Between getting them through airport security checks and temper tantrums on the plane, it can get a little too much. If you would rather a staycation for your family this year […]

7 years ago

The Mothercare summer sale is here! Popular baby and children’s store Mothercare has announced that they will be holding their biggest summer sale EVER! Even better it will be in all of their stores nationwide and begins this week. There will be up to 50 per cent off across clothes, nursery, travel and accessories starting […]

7 years ago

There are a lot of books and classes on becoming a parent and childbirth, and yet they still don’t cover everything. You would think with childbirth being around for several thousand years we’d have all the information locked down, but no. Two children on there are some things I had to learn without any preparation […]

7 years ago

This trick could save your child’s life! One mum in the United States says this trick prevented her daughter from being abducted. The young girl was told by a strange man to get into his car as he was a friend of her family. Brenda James told ABC15 that a car stopped beside her daughter […]

7 years ago

I flew from Lisbon to Dublin with my one year old this week and well… it was an experience. I had flown with her last summer, but she was younger and slept most of the way to Germany and back again. This time around I was not so lucky. She’s now well able to throw temper […]

7 years ago

Book me in ASAP! As much as I love a family holiday it’s also lovely to get a breakaway for just myself and my spouse. If you’re thinking along the same lines and want to book the perfect little break just for two, look no further. Donegal’s Lough Eske Castle has just launched its new […]

7 years ago

This will make getting out with the kids so much easier! Going on day trips during the summer with the kids can become costly when you factor in the use of public transport on top of the price of your activities. Luckily though for the whole of July, you can bring the kids on any […]

7 years ago

The sun is said to be on its way which means lots of outdoor time. When the weather is good my kids are out into the garden straight away so I like to make sure they have outdoor toys to keep them entertained. If your kids are the same and you want to create a […]

7 years ago

This is such a clever idea. I find as parents we always come up with the best solutions when we’re at our wit’s end. This parent certainly did when they thought up this handy hack for anyone flying with small kids using nothing but a boarding pass and their phone. So clever. I’ve flown with […]

7 years ago

Does shopping for your child’s school supplies fill you with dread every year? You’re happily enjoying the summer holidays when it suddenly dawns upon you that you need to pick up their uniform and a new school bag. Lucky for you there is now an Irish business that will sort all this out for you […]

7 years ago

The Pacific nation of Vanuatu has said that it plans to ban the use of disposable nappies. This comes along with the news that the country plans to make an all-out ban on all types of single-use plastic. The decision was made after a study showed that nappies are one of the most disposed of […]

7 years ago

This week I travelled with my son to Sheffield. Everywhere we went whether it was the taxi driver or the waitress we were asked how long we were on holidays in Yorkshire. But we weren’t there on holiday, it was a flying visit for the day to take in a show. The two of us […]

7 years ago

Do you think that Ireland should follow their example? Japan has announced that it intends to make all school uniforms unisex in the near future. The move is being made in the hope that it will make the uniforms more inclusive and comfortable for all students. With most Irish schools also requiring students to wear […]

7 years ago

These are brilliant! As parents we all joke about the struggle of trying to get our children into their coats, but for parents whose children have additional needs, it can be a real challenge. This coat from Willow Bug is specifically designed with small wheelchair users in mind and will help keep your little one […]

7 years ago

An amazing idea. LEGO has recently announced that they will launch Braille Bricks next year in a bid to help blind and visually impaired children learn braille. The kits, which have been in development for the last few years will finally be released in 2020. The iconic LEGO bumps will now serve as learning tools for […]

7 years ago

This sounds amazing! It can be tricky knowing what to do when your child’s birthday rolls around, especially once they get into pre-teen/teenager territory. Recently while scoping out film listings I discovered that you could rent out this Dublin city centre venue and now I’m looking for any excuse to throw a party there! Yes, […]

7 years ago

How did they come up with this result? A recent study concluded that mums get over eight hours sleep every night and the mammies are not having it. In fact, the study seemed to find that absolutely everyone, regardless of gender or how many kids you have are getting well above the recommended amount of […]

7 years ago

I have terrible hayfever. If I come anywhere near a flower my face starts to get puffy and my eyes start to water. I always have to make sure that I’m stocked up on antihistamines. The pollen count is due to be high this weekend so if you or your child suffer from hayfever these […]

7 years ago

Congrats! Writer Cecelia Ahern has just announced that she is pregnant with her third child during a visit to Royal Ascot. The mum-of-two posted a photograph of herself and her husband David Keoghan showing off her baby bump. https://www.instagram.com/p/By3GxsdnW_H/ Already a mum to Robin and Sonny, the happy couple are all smiles. Known for her popular […]

7 years ago