“She will charge me €18 for each hour she takes care of the baby” A woman has left people divided after she revealed her mum refused to babysit ‘for free’ and demanded an hourly rate as well as ‘late fees’. The 29-year-old new mum said she and her partner work and because she is the […]
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Families come in all shapes and sizes with many changes occurring throughout life. If you’re thinking about introducing your new partner to your kids, who may eventually become a step-parent, it can be scary. Not knowing how your kids will react, and whether or not they will be accepting of a new dynamic. The ISPCC […]
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A mum is receiving tonnes of support online after she shared an awkward situation she landed in with one of her aunt’s over her parenting style. The mum-of-one asked for the public’s opinion on her decision to assign chores to her two-year-old daughter. She initially explained that her little one is at the age where […]
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Robbie Williams is a man of many talents It just seems that decorating a Christmas tree isn’t one of them as his wife Ayda Field shared a hilarious video of him struggling. The singer was on dad duty as he attempted to stretch up and place the star on the top of the tree but […]
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A concerned father has asked for advice on how to navigate changing his very young daughter’s name. He explained that she decided to change her name from Rosemary to Jenna – for a good enough reason in our books. The little girl has a speech impediment and can’t say her own name without feeling “sad […]
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Pouring grease down the drain can cause havoc! The holiday season is upon us and the festive cheer is in full swing, so Clean Coasts, in collaboration with Uisce Éireann, is advising people to avoid one thing over the holidays. They’re asking people to ‘Think Before You Pour’ this Christmas and New Year, to avoid […]
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A mum has taken to the internet to reassure other mums and dads in her position this Christmas that they shouldn’t feel bad. She admitted that she doesn’t plan on getting her kids much for Christmas and said she’s tired of always wondering if she is doing enough. Speaking about their financial situation, the mum-of-two […]
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Dreaded cases of Covid are well and truly back but thankfully, the rules have changed slightly! While isolation is still recommended so you don’t pass Covid on to someone else, if you tested positive today you could still make Christmas. According to the latest advice from the HSE, if you have tested positive for Covid-19, […]
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Christmas Day is just around the corner now, which means supermarket opening hours will change up a little bit – catching some of us out. Every year, supermarket doors close on Christmas Day and work shorter hours around then to allow their staff to take very well-deserved breaks from the chaos of the Christmas season. […]
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A mum has taken to the internet ahead of Christmas Day to give other parents advice if they’re buying their kids bikes or scooters. There will be lots of children receiving Christmas presents of bikes, scooters and hover boards from Santa and family members and it is essential they have a helmet. One mum has […]
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This year has surpassed the peak of last year’s RSV surge The HSE has issued a warning over RSV and flu infections which are reportedly circulating at very high levels. People are being urged to try and limit the spread of the illness by: Over the past seven days, there has been a 60 per […]
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The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising adults not to buy e-scooters, scramblers or quad bikes for kids this Christmas. Despite the passing of legislation earlier this year permitting the use of e-scooters on roads, the RSA are highlighting the fact that this does not include children. Under the regulations, children will not be allowed […]
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Ciara has welcomed her fourth baby! 37-year-old singer, Ciara welcomed her little girl with her NFL husband, Russell Wilson (35), on Monday. Amora Princess Wilson was born on Monday, December 11th, weighing in at 9 lbs., 1 oz., according to the couple. They shared a joint post on social media and captioned it: “We Love […]
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The Christmas holidays are fast approaching now, which means the kids will be off school for a few weeks and online. They’ll want to keep in touch with their friends online and over the phone across the break and so parents are being urged to be vigilant about their internet safety. Fine Gael’s Colm Markey […]
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Final dates for packages being sent via An Post to the USA and Europe are fast approaching. Christmas is just around the corner now, and An Post are busy sorting through all of the letters, parcels and gifts being sent around the world. For many people this time of year marks the return of family […]
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AllView Healthcare’s state-of-the-art skin cancer service has emerged as a beacon of hope for rapid treatment in Ireland. However, despite its success in Dublin hospitals, this innovative technology has faced unexpected hurdles, with over two-thirds of national dermatology departments yet to fully implement it. AllView Healthcare, led by CEO Eoin O’Reilly, provides advanced skin cancer […]
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If you’re approaching the six-month mark of breastfeeding your baby, you may be thinking about the weaning process and their vitamin needs. According to experts, your baby should be given certain foods to make sure they receive the nutrients they need while they’re weaning to help them grow and develop. Here is a list of […]
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According to the HSE, all children aged 1 to 4 years need a vitamin D supplement during the winter. This is because they can’t get enough from the sun or their diet in these months in Ireland. Among the many benefits of getting enough Vitamin D is healthy bones and teeth. The advice to give […]
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The sale of e-cigarettes to anyone under the age of 18 will be illegal in Ireland before Christmas. That’s according to Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, who has today welcomed the completion of the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill in both Houses of the Oireachtas. The Bill will now be sent […]
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Check your Christmas lights if you purchased them online recently! A safety issue has been identified with a number of batches of Achin Outdoor String Christmas Lights. The products are sold on Amazon and present a risk of electric shock, according to the CCPC, as they do not meet the requirements of the relevant regulations. […]
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Every parent knows the struggle of getting little ones to sleep on Christmas Eve, the excitement is sometimes too much. If you’re already making plans to convince the little ones to bed before Santa arrives, sleep expert, Dave Gibson, has put together an in-depth guide of practical tips and strategies to help you. Speaking with […]
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Huge congrats MAY be in order! Reports in the US on Monday night are claiming that Nelly and Ashanti are expecting their first child together. According to US Weekly, the pair rekindled their relationship earlier this year with a source leaking their exciting baby news. “Nelly and Ashanti are welcoming their first baby together,” a […]
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A TikTok nanny has gone viral after offering up some key advice when it comes to buying presents for kids this Christmas. Parents across the globe will have started their hunt for toys and gifts for little ones, according to their Santa lists. While most toys targeted towards kids are safe, there can be issues […]
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Focus Ireland has launched its 2023 Christmas Appeal to support the vital homelessness services it provides across Ireland. Focus Ireland’s life-saving services and housing solutions provide necessary relief to the rising homelessness figures in Ireland. The organisation is once again calling for public donations that will help children and families who are currently without a […]
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Children in Ireland aged 13 to 17 will be able to avail of a free flu vaccination from Monday, December 4th. Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, confirmed the extension of the nasal spray ‘flu vaccine’ programme today. This means that all children aged 2 to 17 are now eligible for the flu vaccine as part […]
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The school year may be in full swing but it can take kids quite some time to wind down from a summer of fun and later bed times into a proper sleep schedule. The right amount of sleep is incredibly important for every school-going child and can mean the difference between effective learning and development. […]
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The Rotunda Hospital has issued an update to its patients in the aftermath of the Dublin riots on November 23rd. Last night, violence and looting broke out in Dublin in the wake of a knife attack that resulted in five people – including three children – needing hospital care. Garda cars were burnt out, as […]
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Junior Eurovision takes place this weekend! Jessica McKean from Donegal will represent Ireland at the Junior Eurovision 2023 competition on Sunday November 26th in Nice, France. Jessica, who is just 10 years of age, is from Lifford in County Donegal and is the youngest singer to represent Ireland at this huge event. Her Junior Eurovision […]
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Gordon Ramsay has spoken to reporters about what it has been like to have a new baby at the age of 57. The world-famous chef recently welcomed his sixth child with Tana, his wife of 27 years. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Ramsay said the experience has been an amazing […]
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Bruce Willis’ kids have been taking to social media to share sweet memories with their father after his devastating diagnosis. The Hollywood star was diagnosed with aphasia back in 2022, which is a language disorder caused by damage to a specific area of the brain that controls language expression and comprehension. Then earlier this year, […]
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“If you feel like you gave it your all, that’s all you can ask” Adam Sandler has spoken out about the advice he gives his daughters after years and years of success in Hollywood. The 57-year-old actor has had a lot of success in the industry and has some stellar advice for his girls. Speaking […]
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A mum-of-one was left furious after leaving her nearly two-year-old son with her mother, only to find out he had been left to his own devices. She said her mum was minding her little boy and left him playing in her garden, which has been known to welcome stray dogs in from the fence. She […]
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“We strongly urge all pregnant women to boost their immunity this winter” The HSE has issued a warning to all pregnant women in Ireland as we head into the colder months. Naturally, there is going to be an increase in the number of cases of the flu, Covid and whooping cough so the HSE is […]
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A fab idea for a Christmas day out with the kids! The Blanchardstown Centre will welcome Santa this weekend for the ‘ultimate Christmas day out’ On Sunday, November 19th parents will be able to bring their kids along for magical Christmas shows and parades on level 2 at 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Mrs. Clause will […]
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Today marks World Diabetes Day! According to statistics, there is a prevalence of 3,364 people between the ages of 0-19 living with Type 1 diabetes in Ireland. Some don’t receive a diagnosis until their symptoms are already severe and it’s important to note that a very late diagnosis could be fatal. Knowing the symptoms to […]
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A rise in RSV is to be expected during the winter period, according to the HSE. The HSE is advising parents to be vigilant of their children’s symptoms as GPs and hospitals report “a rise in the numbers of young children affected by respiratory symptoms and viruses, including RSV”. RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a […]
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Gordon Ramsay has become a father for the sixth time after his wife, Tana, gave birth to a healthy little boy. They named their son, Jesse James Ramsay, and revealed that at birth he weighed in at a healthy 7lb 10oz. Ramsay is known for his rigid rules in the kitchen as seen on his […]
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“I hope they make people very happy this Christmas time!” One of the nation’s favourite Toy Show stars is back with his famous ‘A Hug for You’ cards ahead of the Christmas season. Adam King’s much-loved ‘A Hug for You’ Christmas cards will launch exclusively in Aldi stores nationwide. The collection of cards will be […]
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The HSE has launched a new campaign in schools nationwide to teach them about the importance of hand hygiene and cough etiquette. The aim of the ‘catch it, bin it, kill it’ campaign is to help improve respiratory hygiene in primary and secondary schools by asking teachers to highlight key respiratory hygiene messages. A spokesperson […]
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Shoppers will be able to get some early Christmas shopping done with these discounts! Dundrum Town Centre is launching its Christmas campaign ‘Give Wonderfully’ this Thursday, November 9th. The exclusive one-day event will see some of our favourite retailers offering customers up to 20% off on new season stock. If you want to take advantage […]
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A dad has taken to the internet to ask for advice after his soon-to-be wife decided not to include his daughter in their big day. He explained that he was married previously and had a child with his now ex-wife and they share 50/50 custody of the 11-year-old girl. After his divorce, he met his […]
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A mum has gone viral on TikTok for the genius hack she uses to disguise healthy food as sweets. The profile, @citron.australia, posted a clip showing off the “brilliant” trick she uses to turn uneaten yogurt into a frozen treat for her kids. In the video, the she says her kids are no longer interested […]
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A dad has gone viral on TikTok after making a short video listing the ways he helps his partner with the kids while he is out of town for work. If solo-parenting is something you take on regularly, then you’ll know that even the smallest bit of help from your partner goes a long way. […]
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TikTok has launched a dedicated space for parents on the app. They’ll be able to visit and see a whole host of different parenting topics, tips, and advisories for mums and dads coming from some well-known creators. The platform is currently working with a number of names on the platform to provide information, advice and […]
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“You never have to say, ‘What do you say?’ Ever again” Trying to ensure that you raise good, kind children with manners is always the goal as a parent, and instilling certain values in them when they’re young is the key to success. We’ve all been in a scenario where someone has done something nice, […]
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A raft of energy price decreases are due to come into effect today. Millions of people across the country will welcome the move by energy suppliers to cut costs for customers. Those signed up to Electric Ireland, SSE Airtricity, and Prepaypower should see their electricity and gas prices fall by between 10% and 13.5%. From […]
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A woman has said she wants to pull her kids out of their current school after overhearing one of the teacher’s morning storytime. Explaining what had her worried, the mum said the teacher was asking students what they saw on their walk around the stream that day. They were responding with the usual things; people, […]
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“I feel like both of them make the world a little better, and I just feel so proud of them” Meg Ryan, who is mum to two adult children, recently revealed the three questions she consistently asked herself over the years while parenting. The Hollywood actress rarely speaks on the topic of parenting, but in […]
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Aviva have voiced their concerns over the number of people who have admitted to charging their phones under their pillows. The fundamental home fire safety rule is one that we have often echoed to family and friends time and time again, but according to new figures thousands of people are ignoring the dangers. Figures show […]
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