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  • Cher Lloyd reaches out to mums for advice after gestational diabetes diagnosis

    Cher Lloyd reaches out to mums for advice after gestational diabetes diagnosis

    Cher Lloyd has revealed to fans that she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, and is asking other mums who experienced this for advice. The X Factor star was told she has gestational diabetes amid her second pregnancy with husband, Craig Monk. The famous mum who has one daughter, Delilah- Rae (4), shared how the news […]

    3 years ago

  • Irish households advised of 7 key areas where price hikes are on the way

    Irish households advised of 7 key areas where price hikes are on the way

    The general rate of inflation is beginning to ease in Ireland and today experts are warning households that this does not mean the cost of things will reduce. Rather, it means prices will begin to rise slower than before with more price hikes forecast in several key areas over the coming months. Among the areas […]

    3 years ago

  • Lego Group announce opening of new Dublin store and it’s just months away

    Lego Group announce opening of new Dublin store and it’s just months away

    A new Lego shop is due to open in Dublin in a matter of months according to officials. This will mark its second store location in Ireland since the inaugural opening of Dublin’s Grafton street location. The brand confirmed that doors will be open in October in the Blanchardstown Shopping Centre. The store will be […]

    3 years ago

  • All you need to know about the application process for incoming HSE-funded fertility services

    All you need to know about the application process for incoming HSE-funded fertility services

    The HSE has announced that it will introduce publicly funded fertility treatment services from September 2023. Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, confirmed today that this will include treatments such as IVF, IUI and ICSI for people who meet a list of access criteria. Speaking about the new services coming into effect, Dr Clíona Murphy, Clinical […]

    3 years ago

  • CCPC issue recall notice on airplane toy sold in Ireland due to choking hazard

    CCPC issue recall notice on airplane toy sold in Ireland due to choking hazard

    Consumers in Ireland are being advised to bin a specific brand of airplane toy for kids due to a choking hazard posed by the product. The Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission issued the safety notice this week after identifying an issue with the airplane toy sold on the eBay platform. Officials warned: “The product presents […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Pediatricians are worried’ – calls to investigate Logan Paul’s drink PRIME

    ‘Pediatricians are worried’ – calls to investigate Logan Paul’s drink PRIME

    By Steve Hopkins The beverage could “endanger” children’s health A senator in the US is calling for an investigation into Logan Paul and KSI’s Prime energy drink, amid fears that the beverage could “endanger” children’s health. The drink is hugely popular among children, and Senator Chuck Schumer has called on the FDA to “investigate PRIME […]

    3 years ago

  • Irish professor reveals four everyday things that are affecting men’s fertility

    Irish professor reveals four everyday things that are affecting men’s fertility

    An Irish professor has spoken out about four everyday things that are causing issues with men’s fertility. From plastic particles to general pollution, there are numerous things that are having a negative effect of men’s sperm count. Professor Luke O’Neill went as far as to say: “If this keeps going in the direction it’s headed, […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents warned over night lights and teddies being recalled due to safety concerns

    Parents warned over night lights and teddies being recalled due to safety concerns

    Parents in Ireland are being warned over a number of products included in a recall notice published today, July 5. Officials at the Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission have warned over choking and electric shock hazards with both recalled products. It was discovered that the items have been sold to customers in Ireland, and so […]

    3 years ago

  • Experts list six reasons to avoid one form of teething relief due to serious health risk

    Experts list six reasons to avoid one form of teething relief due to serious health risk

    Experts at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission have warned parents against using one type of teething remedy due to it being deemed unsafe. Amber beads are often sold as baby teething aids in the form of amber teething jewellery including necklaces, bracelets and anklets. The notice reads: “Do not use these products as relief […]

    3 years ago

  • Soon-to-be parents reveal their worst pregnancy symptoms

    Soon-to-be parents reveal their worst pregnancy symptoms

    What was your worst pregnancy symptom? During early pregnancy, morning (or all day) sickness can kick in and for an unlucky few, it can last weeks. Others struggle with lightheadedness as their body adjusts to growing their little one. The severity of side effects varies from person to person and while some mums experience a […]

    3 years ago

  • Kourtney Kardashian reveals unusual pregnancy cravings

    Kourtney Kardashian reveals unusual pregnancy cravings

    Kourtney Kardashian has revealed some of her most recent food cravings as she prepares to welcome her first baby with her husband, Travis Barker. The soon-to-be mum-of-three is known for publicising her incredibly strict food choices, but according to her lifestyle blog she has scrapped her limited diet for ‘the yummiest food ever’. In a […]

    3 years ago

  • Naomi Campbell shares first picture after welcoming her second child at 53

    Naomi Campbell shares first picture after welcoming her second child at 53

    “It’s never too late to become a mother” Naomi Campbell has confirmed the arrival of her second child this evening. The world-renowned model took to Instagram to welcome her baby boy and shared the first image of her bundle of joy. The 53-year-old posted the news on Instagram and shared a snap of her cradling […]

    3 years ago

  • All you need to know about Ireland’s final Cost of Living cash boost

    All you need to know about Ireland’s final Cost of Living cash boost

    Many families across Ireland will be receiving a final social welfare boost as part of the sprint cost of living package. The date of the next one-off payment has been confirmed, and families should begin to see it in their accounts in a matter of weeks. The €410m social welfare package was announced by the […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents left ‘horrified’ after south Dublin playground set on fire overnight

    Parents left ‘horrified’ after south Dublin playground set on fire overnight

    Gardai have launched an investigation after a playground in South Dublin was set alight in the middle of night. This marks the second time this particular park has been set on fire and parents are ‘horrified’ by the news. At around 11:30 pm on Tuesday, June 27th, Gardai received calls about the fire in Sean […]

    3 years ago

  • Irish government passes abortion bill and promises access to services ‘with dignity and privacy’

    Irish government passes abortion bill and promises access to services ‘with dignity and privacy’

    Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has today confirmed the Government’s approval to introduce Safe Access Zones around all healthcare settings providing abortion services. A spokesperson today explained: “This legislation will deliver on a longstanding government commitment to ensure that anyone needing a termination of pregnancy can access services in safety, with dignity and privacy.” Last […]

    3 years ago

  • Harry and Meghan set to work on new TV show for Netflix

    Harry and Meghan set to work on new TV show for Netflix

    Just one week after it was confirmed that Spotify would not renew Meghan Markle’s podcast ‘Archetype,’ the royals are busy working on a new project. The couple are now reportedly working on a Great Expectations-inspired TV show called Bad Manners for Netflix. According to the Mirror, the production will be based around the Charles Dickens’ […]

    3 years ago

  • Derry teen who died on holiday in Bulgaria was unaware of deadly heart condition

    Derry teen who died on holiday in Bulgaria was unaware of deadly heart condition

    The family of a teen who tragically died while on holiday in Bulgaria last week have spoken out, giving new information on the cause of his death. They confirmed that Daniel Smyth’s post-mortem showed the 19-year-old had cardiac arrhythmia, which is an irregular heartbeat. Those close to him confirmed that the Derry man was unaware […]

    3 years ago

  • CCPC recall brand of kid’s flashlights due to choking hazard and chemical issue

    CCPC recall brand of kid’s flashlights due to choking hazard and chemical issue

    The Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission has issued a recall notice on a child’s flashlight that has been sold in Ireland. Officials noted a safety issue with an Early Childhood Education Flashlight on the AliExpress platform in their recall. The risk reported to the CCPC is that of choking and a chemical issue. The notice […]

    3 years ago

  • Summer break: How to talk to your teen about alcohol and drug use

    Summer break: How to talk to your teen about alcohol and drug use

    Parents are being urged to take part in an upcoming webinar if they are in any way, shape, or form worried about their teen’s alcohol and drug use – or their potential to be swayed towards it. The HSE’s drugs.ie webinar for parents titled ‘Parents Matter: the role of parents in substance prevention and education’ […]

    3 years ago

  • Thousands of eligible families have yet to claim cost of living €1,000 cash boost

    Thousands of eligible families have yet to claim cost of living €1,000 cash boost

    Thousand of people across Ireland who are eligible for the Government’s rent tax credit relief scheme have yet to apply for the cash boost. Figures obtained by RTE News show that nine months after the cost of living boost was announced, many households have not applied. To date, just 230,000 out of 400,000 eligible people […]

    3 years ago

  • Woman, 54, welcomes miracle baby after spending thousands on IVF over 25 years

    Woman, 54, welcomes miracle baby after spending thousands on IVF over 25 years

    A 54-year-old woman has spoken about her experience giving birth after more than 25 years of IVF which a whopping €117,000. Helen Dalglish, from Glasgow in Scotland, started trying for a baby with her husband when she was 28 years old. The pair struggled to conceive naturally and ended up turning to IVF treatment to […]

    3 years ago

  • Aldi confirms date for arrival of €6 Back to School Uniform Bundle

    Aldi confirms date for arrival of €6 Back to School Uniform Bundle

    Aldi has announced the return of its popular Back To School Uniform Bundle and says it will freeze prices. This will ensure that customers get the same incredible savings as they did in 2022 in a bid to help parents with the usual back-to-school costs. The range will be available in stores nationwide from July […]

    3 years ago

  • Ryan Reynolds confirms arrival of fourth child with Blake Lively in sweet update

    Ryan Reynolds confirms arrival of fourth child with Blake Lively in sweet update

    Ryan Reynolds has confirmed the birth of his fourth child with wife, Blake Lively, while announcing his new series Bedtime Stories with Ryan. The actor and Wrexham football team owner shared a clip on Twitter on Thursday and confirmed: “The idea for a show made to help everyone fall asleep was born the same day […]

    3 years ago

  • HSE issue sun safety warning to parents ahead of humid weekend

    HSE issue sun safety warning to parents ahead of humid weekend

    Met Éireann has more warm and humid weather forecast for over the coming days with highs of 20C expected in some areas. The HSE has today issued a warning to parents reminding them to protect themselves and their kids from the damaging effects of exposure to UV radiation from the sun. The HSE National Cancer […]

    3 years ago

  • Social welfare: All you need to know about the incoming cash boost for parents

    Social welfare: All you need to know about the incoming cash boost for parents

    Earlier this year, in response to the current cost of living crisis, the government announced a number of cash boosts to ease the pressure on households. Among the payments brought in to ease the pressure on people was a €200 cost of living boost followed by €100 added to the regular Child Benefit payment. The […]

    3 years ago

  • Ten exercises to avoid during pregnancy – from skiing to horseback riding

    Ten exercises to avoid during pregnancy – from skiing to horseback riding

    Figuring out whether or not you can exercise extensively during pregnancy can be a minefield for both first-time and experienced mums. Every pregnancy is different, and it’s imperative that you talk to your healthcare provider if you plan on doing any strenuous forms of exercise. You should make sure that your GP or another qualified […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents warned to avoid making potentially dangerous paddling pool mistake

    Parents warned to avoid making potentially dangerous paddling pool mistake

    Parents are being warned to avoid making a potentially dangerous mistake when setting up the paddling pool this summer. The weather is up and down at the moment, but more sunshine is on the way for Ireland and that means more time outside for all of the family. Keeping the kids cool on the many […]

    3 years ago

  • Five times Ryan Reynolds’ quotes on parenting were hilariously relatable

    Five times Ryan Reynolds’ quotes on parenting were hilariously relatable

    “Being a father is the single greatest feeling on earth. Not including those wonderful years I spent without a child, of course” Ryan Reynolds is well-known for his quick-witted humour both on and off the big screen, and his hilarious commentary on life as a parent is no different. The Deadpool star has four kids […]

    3 years ago

  • Cost of living: Tesco Ireland cuts prices nationwide on over 700 products

    Cost of living: Tesco Ireland cuts prices nationwide on over 700 products

    Tesco Ireland has lowered its prices on more than 700 products by at least 10% in order to help thousands of families struggling to make ends meet. The supermarket chain has confirmed that the reduction in prices will be seen across Tesco’s own-brand products and brands bought week-in, week-out – from grocery staples and family […]

    3 years ago

  • Kid’s finger paints sold in Ireland urgently recalled over allergy fears

    Kid’s finger paints sold in Ireland urgently recalled over allergy fears

    Parents in Ireland are being warned to bin a set of finger paints which are being recalled due to health concerns. The Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission issued the notice on Wednesday, June 7th after officials found Formaldehyde was present. This chemical is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions in children and adults. […]

    3 years ago

  • Rosanna Davison to host ‘Baby Sleep Workshop’ as part of Liffey Valley Life Sessions

    Rosanna Davison to host ‘Baby Sleep Workshop’ as part of Liffey Valley Life Sessions

    Liffey Valley Shopping Centre has announced its lineup for a return of it’s ‘Life Sessions’ and includes Rosanna Davison hosting a ‘Baby Sleep Workshop’. This exciting series of live events will give shoppers a unique opportunity to engage with leading industry experts on a range of topics. Subject matter will include skincare tips, practical parenting […]

    3 years ago

  • Tributes pour in for ‘incredible’ Wexford mum following breast cancer battle

    Tributes pour in for ‘incredible’ Wexford mum following breast cancer battle

    Tributes have begun pouring in for an Irish cancer campaigner who has passed away. Trina Cleary was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, and since then has been helping to raise awareness around the signs and symptoms of the illness. The heartbreaking news of her death was confirmed in a final social media post written […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents warned over ‘chroming’ TikTok trend after teen dies at sleepover

    Parents warned over ‘chroming’ TikTok trend after teen dies at sleepover

    Parents are being advised to educate their children on the dangers of TikTok challenges after a teenager died at a sleepover in recent weeks. The issue of dangerous viral trends is not a new topic of concern, however, in recent years, there have been several deaths among younger people who have taken part. ‘Chroming’ is […]

    3 years ago

  • Children’s toy sold on Amazon recalled due to potential choking hazard

    Children’s toy sold on Amazon recalled due to potential choking hazard

    The Amazon product presents a risk of choking Parents in Ireland are being advised to heed a recent Amazon recall published by the Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission on June 1. According to officials, a safety issue has been identified with a Baby Tissue Box Toy Elephant, which was being sold on the online platform. […]

    3 years ago

  • HSE warn parents over signs of ‘heat exhaustion’ as temperatures soar

    HSE warn parents over signs of ‘heat exhaustion’ as temperatures soar

    “Children don’t sweat as much as adults do – so they find it harder to stay cool” The welcome heatwave here in Ireland is set to continue across the Bank Holiday weekend and parents are being warned to keep an eye on their little ones. Kids will no doubt be spending plenty of time outdoors […]

    3 years ago