Many feel it will create a barrier to some medical procedures. Hundreds of Uplift members have sent messages to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly and other speakers attending the Fianna Fáil Women’s Health Conference. Uplift joined Our Maternity Hospital campaigners outside the Fianna Fáil Women’s Health Conference to call for the hospital to be 100 […]

4 years ago

What do you make of this? A woman wants her pregnant friend to pay for her own baby shower after becoming fed up with her demands. A mum herself, the woman said she was happy to throw her friend a baby shower and gender reveal party but felt taken advantage of when she was TOLD […]

4 years ago

These look so cool. If like myself you’re in the process of redecorating your child’s bedroom and are looking for something different you will definitely love these floors. The Atrafloor kids range has been created with bringing children’s interests and design trends to the home in mind, so there is an exciting assortment of flooring […]

4 years ago

85% of autistic people in Ireland are either unemployed or underemployed. Today, Orla Moran, General Manager of hiring platform IrishJobs.ie joined Adam Harris, CEO of AsIAm, Ireland’s national autism charity, to launch the ‘Same Chance Commitment’, which calls on employers to take the first step to creating an autism-friendly workplace. Research tells us that at […]

4 years ago

Can anything really stop the poo-plosions? The fear of a diaper disaster is something most parents’ dread. Pampers have today announced a revolutionary innovation to stop the dreaded poonami panic, but having experienced many of them myself while my kids were growing up I’m going to need more info before I believe it. Pampers have […]

4 years ago

It’s the last place you expect to be judged and yet…. When I first became a parent in 2012 I was clueless, so I turned to a lot of different parenting groups and forums for advice. Now ten years on, I’ve completely given up on them because of the toxic behaviour I’ve seen displayed by […]

4 years ago

Where have all the Ashleys gone? With 1990s fashion trends coming back with a bang it only makes sense that other 90s inspired trends would too. One thing that we’ve begun to notice is that names that were very popular in the 1990s are suddenly popping back up again and we predict that 90s inspired […]

4 years ago

Parents are urged to be cautious as psychiatrists discover a link between video games and depression. Psychiatrists studying the effects of video games have issued a warning after finding a link between depression and video game addiction. The specialists performed MRI scans which revealed the potential damage games can cause to young brains. The images […]

4 years ago

What do you think? One mum recently took to the internet to vent her frustrations about her sister-in-law. The mother said that she was creeped out by the fact that her sister-in-law that she barely has a relationship with got her children’s names tattooed onto her arm. She felt that it was a strange thing […]

4 years ago

This is very interesting. Having gone through an emergency C-section myself I know how chaotic and scary they can be. Everything has to be done as quickly as possible to reduce the risks to both mum and baby and sometimes that can limit the choices to be made around pain relief. I had had an […]

4 years ago

A walk down memory lane for some. European Museum of the Year (Silletto Prize 2020), 14 Henrietta Street, is opening up its doors on May 3rd to collect memories of those who once lived there or grew up in a Dublin tenement. As part of an initiative to ensure the preservation of the lives, memories […]

4 years ago

So handy! Monthlies is Ireland’s newest period subscription box. What sets Monthlies apart from other boxes is their ‘Own Your Flow’ feature which allows subscribers to take full control of their period care by selecting the exact amount of products they require to suit their flow. An example of how the Own Your Flow […]

4 years ago

We would watch this! With the third and final season of Derry Girls now in full swing, fans are hoping that the iconic schoolgirls won’t be disappearing from our screens for too long. Show creator Lisa McGee recently hinted at a potential future big screen debut for the hit comedy series, which has people guessing […]

4 years ago

With the end of the Easter Break soon, we’ll all back to packing those lunch boxes. I always feel a little stuck when it comes to what to pack in my child’s lunch box. I get stuck in a loop or weighing up the pros and cons of if what I’m packing is healthy and […]

4 years ago

Will you be tuning in? The relentlessly rising cost of living is dominating the news at the moment and there is no indication that the rate of inflation is going to go down in the near future. With many families struggling to make ends meet, Cliona’s Foundation have noticed a 30 per cent in the […]

4 years ago

What do you think she’ll choose? Since Britney revealed the amazing news that she is expecting her third child, there has been much excitement among her fans. There has also been a lot of speculation on what she might call her new baby and some bookies think they have it figured out, with many placing […]

4 years ago

Would you be happy for your child to be an influencer? In a recent study it was found that half of parents allowed their kids to create social media accounts before age 13. Not only that, it also revealed that of all the parents surveyed, three in ten parents did so to support their childrens’ […]

4 years ago

This is interesting. A study conducted in the United States has found that up to 40 per cent of children do not develop a strong emotional bond with their parents. The research which monitored 14,000 children to see how their secure attachment with their parents develops. This report is written by Elizabeth Washbrook, Jane Waldfogel and […]

4 years ago

“It’s absolutely wild!” Over the last few months the Bord Gais has seen some fantastic shows arrive at its doors including Chicago, The Lion King and The Book of Mormon. Soon it will see another great show, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, arrive but ahead of opening night I got […]

4 years ago

There truly is an oil for everyone. Since entering my 30s I have focused a lot more on skincare and more importantly, finding the right kind of products for my skin. For years I was lashing on everything and anything because it was recommend or trendy, but now I stick to a few tried and […]

4 years ago

The 70s are back. Everywhere you look there’s bright colours, graphic prints and flares. The 1970s style is back in a big way, from high street to high fashion and we all need to own a little piece of ourselves for our summer wardrobe. M&S recently launched their new SS22 collection which heavily featured 70s […]

4 years ago

What star sign is your child? Is your child destined to become a super star, model or rapper? Well, what if I told you that their star sign could predict this. A recent study looked at the star signs of over 6,000 child stars, ranging from dancers and stage actors to reality stars and Tik […]

4 years ago

And the best parent ever award goes to… The Easter holidays are here and the summer holidays are only a few weeks away and with all the free time it can be hard to keep the kids contented all the time. Food is always a great way of keeping the kids pleased and the more […]

4 years ago

Set your alarm now! Thriftify is launching an exciting new initiative focusing on showcasing the best of the best of luxury stock we have been compiling and curating in the lead up to this launch. Charity shops frequently acquire high-value luxury products that are never seen by the public, weekly stock drops on Thriftify will […]

4 years ago

An incredible cause to support. There was great ‘eggscitement’ in CHI at Connolly today  when the team at ZuCar arrived with a car fully loaded with Lily O’Brien Easter eggs to launch their joint Easter egg counting competition in aid of Children’s Health Foundation. But the big question is, can you guess how many eggs […]

4 years ago

What will it be? Since Irish TV personality Vogue Williams this week revealed that her due date is fast approaching, there has been mounting speculation on a potential moniker for her third baby, which she has confirmed is a boy. To find out what people think Vogue will name her next baby we got the […]

4 years ago

“Over one third of providers committed to rejecting the new core funding model.” Thousands of parents across Ireland could face an autumn without childcare, as Early Childcare and Education (ECCE) service providers face closure, they say, as a result of a new Government proposal for Core Funding supports, due to come into play on September […]

4 years ago

Absolutely heartbreaking. Last month it was reported that 37-year-old mother Cassie Carli had vanished, having been last seen attempting a custody exchange with her ex partner. Yesterday, after a week missing, Carli’s family received the news that no one ever wants to hear. Authorities tragically confirmed that they had found the body of Carli in […]

4 years ago

Does your teenager use TikTok? While vaping rates among under-18s remain relatively low, with retailers regulating the sale of products, popular vaping brands are advertised and made available via fake social media sellers. Retailers have cautioned that this could also lead to counterfeit and potentially dangerous products. Parents are being urged to educate their children […]

4 years ago

Have you seen her? Gardaí in Tralee are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 17 year old Jessica Raymond. Jessica has been missing from Tralee, Co. Kerry, since the afternoon of Thursday, 10th March, 2022. Jessica is described as being approximately 5 foot 4 inches in height with […]

4 years ago

This is very clever. The saying goes that ‘sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me’ , but it’s just not true to life. Words definitely do hurt us and they can have long lasting effects especially when we are young children. One teacher wanted to demonstrate to her class […]

4 years ago

These sound so good. With Easter coming up I’ve wanted to recreate one of my favourite treats from when I was growing up, traditional Hot Cross Buns. We’d have them in my home every Good Friday so I’ve been on the look out for a good recipe for them and this one caught my eye. […]

4 years ago

What would you do? It can be difficult when you find out that the father of your children has gotten someone else pregnant, but even more so when it’s a teenage girl who now needs your help. This ended up being the case for one mum who now doesn’t know what to do. The stressed […]

4 years ago

Springtime is here and so is April. While everything is a bit chaotic at the moment and it often feels like there’s nothing much to look forward to, one thing to always look forward to is the arrival of a new baby. If you’re due in the month of April, congratulations! While most parents will […]

4 years ago

Does your child lash out? Sometimes our children can be tiny little volcanoes, who erupt without any warning. This eruption can turn into aggression and violence towards others whether that be their parents, siblings or classmates. It can be extremely frustrating as a parent to know how to deal with this type of behaviour and […]

4 years ago

A great opportunity. RTÉ has just announced that it is making a new drama for young people. As part of the development, Claire O’Reilly is running focus group workshops online for anyone between the ages of 14 – 19. Claire O’Reilly is a TV and theatre-maker, and a founding member of the collective Malaprop Theatre. […]

4 years ago

These are brilliant. Thousands of Ukrainian children are expected to arrive in Ireland over the coming months, many with little to no English. Schools across the country are preparing themselves the best way that they can and these free language charts are a fantastic way to help young Ukrainian children get integrated in their new […]

4 years ago

Absolutely heartbreaking. Yesterday the search was called off for a missing one year old boy after it was confirmed that he had been found dead. The body of a missing toddler was found Monday afternoon in a septic tank, in what police believe to be a tragic accident. According to Putnam County authorities, the young […]

4 years ago

Pack these for your next flight. After the last couple of years I think it’s safe to say we’re all looking forward to some vacation time this year. Whether you’re planning to travel abroad or have a staycation with no restrictions, we’re definitely all deserving of  little rest and relaxation. If like myself you’re a […]

4 years ago

Tips for parents, by parents. As we head into the holiday season, travelling with a baby in tow might seem daunting to parents, making them potentially hesitant to do so. To help ease those fears and make life easier for parents planning to travel with their little one, parents Paula and Matt, and mum Moon […]

4 years ago

A fantastic cause. Following on from the hugely popular ‘Techies4TempleStreet’ treasure hunt, ‘Clash of the Companies’ is Children’s Health Foundation’s first team-building event that will raise funds for sick children across CHI at Crumlin, Temple Street, Tallaght and Connolly and welcomes teams from all sectors of the business community. Since Techies4TempleStreet was first held in […]

4 years ago

“Conflict is disrupting the education of a whole generation of pupils.” One month on from the launch of their urgent Ukraine appeal Plan International has supplied 500 backpacks to help children fleeing conflict in Ukraine return to school with the generous donations from the Irish public. The backpacks were donated at the request of the […]

4 years ago

It’s really not on. There’s been a lot of talk today about the events at the most recent Oscars regarding Will Smith slapping Chris Rock. Some people support Will and say he has every right to do what he did. Others think he was out of line. Personally, I don’t think he should have slapped […]

4 years ago

Not sure what we think about this. Statistically, babies who are born via C-section are more likely to develop asthma or allergies than babies that were born vaginally. Naturally scientists want to know why this is and what they can do to help prevent babies from developing these conditions. A group of researchers in Finland […]

4 years ago

There are a lot of instincts that just come naturally when we become parents. One instinct that comes to us almost instantly is the way that we carry and cradle our babies. Science has found that most parents prefer to hold their babies on their left side rather than their right, and the reason is […]

4 years ago

Do you worry about your fertility? New research has found that 57 per cent of people aged 25 – 45 concerned about their fertility. Not being able to have children was the key concern experienced by 13 per cent of respondents and this was more acutely felt among those aged 25 – 35 with 19 […]

4 years ago

The clocks go forward this Sunday, March 27. The time change can take it’s toll on little ones and it can take a few days and as long as a week for the body to adjust to a different mood lighting caused by the change and the fact that our natural body clock is being […]

4 years ago

This is so unfair. Mother’s day is supposed to be the one day of the year that mums definitely get to have a lie in. As Gretchen Wieners would say ‘that’s like the rules of feminism’. Unfortunately, though the universe has other plans and this year instead of getting our annual glorious lie on, we […]

4 years ago

Good to know if you live in these areas. The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall are visiting Ireland from March 22–25. Charles and Camilla visited Co Tyrone and Co Down on Tuesday and had a day of private engagements on Wednesday. Today (Thursday, March 24), the couple’s visit will be concentrated in Waterford […]

4 years ago

So much fun and it also helps a great cause. Today, Cadbury announced the return of their annual ‘Cadbury Worldwide Hide’, a virtual Easter egg hide that allows the public to hide an Easter egg anywhere in the world for a loved one. This year, Cadbury will also donate €2 for every Easter Egg purchased […]

4 years ago