What do you call your mother? A recent survey has found that when it comes to what we call our mothers, there is a range of variations for Irish people. There was one that came out as being the most popular, but is it what you call your mother? The most common name that Irish […]

4 years ago

Have you seen her? Gardaí are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 14 year old Nikita Twomey. Nikita went missing from Clondalkin, Dublin 22 on the evening of Monday, 28th February, 2022. Nikita is described as being approximately 5 feet 3 inches in height with a slight build. […]

4 years ago

We need to have a go on this! Today, Tayto Park have announced plans to open a brand new dinosaur themed rollercoaster for kids, ‘Dino Dash’. Opening on Saturday, 9th of April, this first of its kind attraction in Ireland will mark the latest addition for children at the theme park and zoo. Reaching heights […]

4 years ago

Heartbreaking. Since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine there have been many shocking and devastating images shared on the news. Over the weekend the people of Ukraine held a memorial for the children who have been killed during the attacks on their country and it is absolutely heartbreaking. Empty baby strollers in Lviv […]

4 years ago

Fantastic! Google.org, the philanthropic arm of Google, has announced it will support spunout to establish a peer led empathy education programme over the next two years with a €250k grant. In developing the platform, spunout is building on its work in the areas of digital citizenship, mental health and social-emotional learning to help build a […]

4 years ago

Callum has been missing since the start of the month. Gardaí at Ashbourne are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16 year old Callum McGill. Callum has been missing from Bettystown, County Meath, since Friday, 4th March, 2022, at approximately 9:30pm. Callum is described as being approximately 5 […]

4 years ago

Good news. Yesterday Gardaí put out an alert that they were seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of Nicole Byrne (32 years), and her two children Evelyn Maughan (3 years) and Eamonn Maughan (1 years). The mother and two children were last seen in the Drogheda area at 2pm on Thursday, 17th March, […]

4 years ago

Have you seen them? Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of Nicole Byrne (32 years), and her two children Evelyn Maughan (3 years) and Eamonn Maughan (1 years). They were last seen in the Drogheda area at 2pm on Thursday, 17th March, 2022. Nicole is described as being 5’6″ tall with […]

4 years ago

68% of respondents lost a loved one during the pandemic. The Time to Reflect Survey revealed the real impact of the pandemic and the importance people place on supports for end-of-life and bereavement care. As we approach the National Commemoration event on Sunday the 20th it’s important to note that this is only the start […]

4 years ago

So handy to know. Shopping with kids isn’t always easy, in fact it’s usually pretty trying. People think I’m joking when I say that being able to go shopping without the kids is like having a mini vacation but trust me I’m not joking. Almost every time we go to a shop my children ask […]

4 years ago

My teeth became so damaged during my first pregnancy. I had near constant morning sickness that was beginning to discolour and weaken my teeth and I’m not alone in having teeth related trouble during pregnancy. During pregnancy, about half of women experience pregnancy gingivitis. This results in the gums bleeding, becoming red and swollen from […]

4 years ago

These results are not surprising. Over half of female workers say that hybrid working has benefitted their career progression, according to new research commissioned by IWG, the world’s largest provider of flexible and office space. In recent months some business leaders have suggested that women’s careers could be harmed by the shift to flexible working […]

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It’s going to be a long weekend of celebrations. The 2022 National St. Patrick’s Festival Parade will take place on Thursday 17th March 2022 from 12pm noon until 2.30pm in Dublin City Centre. The parade will commence at 12pm at the junction of Granby Row and Dorset Street. The National St. Patrick’s Day Festival Parade […]

4 years ago

What do you think of these very stylish names? Fashion inspired names have always been quite popular, Vogue Williams and Chanel Iman coming to mind, but a study has revealed that some are more popular than others. According to new research these are the most popular designer inspired baby names from the last few years. […]

4 years ago

What a dream job! Disney are looking for a student in Ireland for an amazing new paid internship position. This is an incredible opportunity to work side-by-side with industry leaders in the field of marketing, publicity, promotions, digital, sales, distribution, advertising, and media and gain valuable skills to add to your degree within a family […]

4 years ago

So much to do! Dundrum Town Centre has just announced that they will be hosting a family friendly activation at the Centre on St. Patrick’s Day. This is the first time in three years that the Centre has been able to mark the occasion and this year it will be bigger and better than ever […]

4 years ago

An absolute must see! The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre has just announced that the prestigious and multi award-winning production of Lerner & Loewe’s much-loved classic MY FAIR LADY will have its Irish Premiere this Autumn. Coming direct to Dublin from the West End, My Fair Lady is set to run from the 6th – 30th […]

4 years ago

Absolutely shocking! Parents in Melrose Massachusetts voiced their outrage after recently finding out that the school subjected their children to humiliating BMI tests. According to the parents the primary school aged children of Roosevelt Elementary School had these exams done in the hallway of the school in front of all the other pupils. During an […]

4 years ago

One of the most shocking crimes in British history. There are certain cases that always stick with you and for me it’s the abduction and murders of Holly and Jessica. I don’t think anyone following the case at the time will ever forget the photos of them in their matching jerseys. I was similar in […]

4 years ago

Very exciting news! St. Patrick’s Festival is delighted to announce American Irish actor, musician and producer John C. Reilly as International Guest of Honour at the national St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Thursday March 17th. John C. Reilly is a proud American Irish actor who has taken part in other Irish festivals such as the […]

4 years ago

Such a cute idea! A new book ‘Our National Anthem’ has been launched by start-up company Abair Linn Publishing, who want to start a nationwide initiative to teach children (and their parents) the Irish National Anthem ‘Amhrán na bhFiann’ – for life! The book explains the background of the Irish national anthem with interesting historical […]

4 years ago

Add to cart! Not every mum is a wine mum but I have to admit that I love a glass of wine at the weekend. It’s like Cyndi Lauper says, when the working week is done girls just want to have fun. If you’re a fan of a cheeky glass of rose or you’re looking […]

4 years ago

On a day dedicated to inspirational women, Veronica Guerin always comes to mind. I think most Irish people would say that they can remember where they were when they heard the news that Veronica Guerin had been shot. The 36-year-old journalist was shot on June 25, 1996, while stopped at a traffic light on the […]

4 years ago

Have you seen him? Gardaí at Ashbourne are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Callum McGill. Callum who is 16 years old, has been missing from Bettystown, County Meath, since Friday, 4th March, 2022. Callum was last seen on Friday evening at approximately 9.30pm. When last seen he was wearing […]

4 years ago

Hands up if you’ve got sensitive skin. Buying skin care products if you have sensitive or reactive skin can be difficult and involves a lot of trial and error. To defend your skin’s sensitivity, DIBI Milano has responded by creating a Defence Solution, specifically designed for sensitive and reactive skin. DIBI is a skincare brand […]

4 years ago

“I was nothing more than a puppet to my family.” Since being released from the control of her father and the conservatorship that meant she could not post what she wanted on social media, Britney Spears has little by little allowed her side of the story to be known. Yesterday the pop star posted on […]

4 years ago

A beautiful gesture. Over the last two weeks, Ukrainian families have found their lives thrown into turmoil due to the recent Russian invasion of their country. Well Ukrainian men of fighting age are required to stay and fight, women and children from all corners of the country have had to flee to neighbouring countries. These […]

4 years ago

No surprise here. While I love being a parent it can be exhausting in a way I never felt before having children. From sleep deprivation to being pulled between work and home life I would be lying if I said it hadn’t brought me to the brink of tears. Recently the World Health Organisation released […]

4 years ago

This Lent I’m giving up plastic. My family and I are giving up plastic for Lent. I’m not expecting it to be easy peasy to any step towards being completely zero waste is a step in the right direction. I’ve had some people ask me what kind of products are I using to replace plastic […]

4 years ago

So important to know. Keeping your child safe is your top priority as a parent but it can be hard to know where to start. With many household items posing a threat it can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be. Below are six of the best ways that you can start baby proofing […]

4 years ago

“I’m excited to see my mom.” Amongst all the turmoil currently ongoing in Ukraine since the Russian invasion, there have been some happy stories. Yesterday 16-year-old 5th year student Sofiia Katasonova, was reunited with her mother and younger brother after their long journey from Ukraine. https://www.instagram.com/p/Capy5sFMp7n/ Sofiia who has been studying in Ireland since last […]

4 years ago

Rosanna’s daughter was born via surrogate in 2019. With the current turmoil in Ukraine due to the Russian invasion, many Irish people are being asked to take in Ukrainian families fleeing the conflict. Many families have already agreed to take in Ukrainian families due to arrive in Ireland, among them author Rosanna Davison who has […]

4 years ago

Two of Ireland’s most inspiring sports stars. Stars of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and Olympics, and two of Ireland’s most inspirational athletes have been chosen as this years’ Grand Marshals for the National St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Friends Ellen Keane and Kellie Harrignton will lead out the national Parade together in Dublin on Thursday March […]

4 years ago

So delicious. I love making pancakes. Aside from French toast it’s my favourite thing to whip up with the kids. While I’m usually a stickler for staying through to my tried and true crepe recipe I’m always open to trying out new recipes and this one for Japanese Soufflé Pancakes in particular is on my list. […]

4 years ago

Something special for someone special. With Mother’s Day just around the corner we’ve all got our thinking hats on when it comes to the best gift to get. The last couple of Mother’s Days it has been challenging both because all shopping has to be done online, no in person browsing, but also because many […]

4 years ago

Further proof that cuddles are magic. A study carried out by the Duke University Medical School found some amazing results when they researched the effects hugging has on children. According to the researchers, the study revealed that something as simple as a cuddle or rocking your baby in your arms will make a huge difference in their […]

4 years ago

Have you been for your screening? New research conducted by Besins Healthcare has revealed that one quarter of women (25 per cent) aged 45 – 65 who are experiencing perimenopause or the menopause are not regularly attending cervical screening appointments. When asked why their participation decreased, 35 per cent of women reported that they found […]

4 years ago

“To capture the imagination of a child is magical.” Growing up I had two favourite books, The Secret Garden and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Basically any book about children in a spooky old house that find a secret passage. Needless to say when I heard that the stage production of The Lion, […]

4 years ago

“No child should have to go through what they have.” In an effort to help Ukrainian families arriving in Ireland to flee the ongoing conflict, one Dublin pre-school is offering free places to young children. Footprints pre-school say that they want to make sure that young children who have already been through an unimaginable ordeal […]

4 years ago

Get the mixing bowls out for a good cause. Celebrity chef and Great Irish Bake for Sick Children ambassador Donal Skehan was joined by young baker and CHI at Crumlin patient Finn Ryan and his brother Liam to officially launch the sweetest campaign of the year, the Great Irish Bake. You may remember Finn from […]

4 years ago

Great news for fertility patients. Sims IVF, has introduced a new fertility app, ‘Salve’, for all patients attending its six clinics across Ireland. Sims IVF is the first clinic in Ireland to partner with Salve, a leading provider of digital healthcare solutions, to introduce the app to its patient’s. The partnership comes as part of […]

4 years ago

Have you seen her? Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16 year old Jessica Raymond. Jessica has been missing from Tralee, Co. Kerry, since Saturday 19th February 2022. Jessica is described as being 5’ 4” in height of medium build, with brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Jessica […]

4 years ago

Have you ever tried these? I lost a lot of hair after having my daughter and I still have random bits of regrowth from areas that were once patches. Over the last couple of years anytime I have heard that a hair product is great for hair regrowth I’ve thought ‘gimme’ but there are a […]

4 years ago

It’s been a strange feeling turning on the news the last two days. Turning on the TV yesterday and seeing the news coming out of Ukraine was incredibly jarring. Explosions going off, people hiding in underground train stations or fleeing to neighbouring countries. As an adult these scenes are frightening and confusing, but overhearing a […]

4 years ago

With the Easter Holidays fast approaching here are some travel tips. Everyone loves a holiday – the chance to get away for a few days or even a few weeks, coming back and feeling fresh and raring to go. However, when you have kids, the seemingly simple process of travelling to your holiday destination can […]

4 years ago

A great support for parents. Vodafone Ireland has today announced new fertility and pregnancy policies which include extended leave for those dealing with fertility treatment and pregnancy loss as well as their partners. Vodafone are also announcing changes to their maternity leave policy, offering the same maternity leave for surrogacy. The announcement marks another significant […]

4 years ago

There’s nothing quite like finding the perfect nude shade. Over the years I’ve seen many hacks on how to find the right nude lipstick for your complexion. Probably the biggest viral one was picking the lipstick that was closest to your nipple colour but there’s actually an easier way to go about it all. Rather […]

4 years ago

Sometimes in life, two cribs are required. Whether you’re a parent to twins or Irish twins (children born close in age), there may come a time when you need to have two cots on the go at the same time. Not only can this be a bit of a pain space wise but there is […]

4 years ago

I love making crepes but I hate trying to get the ingredients right. Year after year come pancake Tuesday I would head into the kitchen with the best of intentions to make amazing pancakes. First attempt, mix too runny. Second attempt, mix to thick. Third, fourth, fifth attempt… I would end up with a mountain […]

4 years ago

As a mum with naturally curly hair I am intrigued. I know you might not think it from profile picture but my hair is actually very curly and so is my daughter’s hair. During my teen years and early twenties I saw my curls as the bane of my existence because they were so hard […]

4 years ago