On both of my pregnancies, I just kind of got a notion I was pregnant – and ended up – both times – taking a very impromptu test in my office toilets, all by myself. However, was I to fall pregnant again now, I would have no issue involving my now 10-year-old in the test-taking, […]

6 years ago

Literally the cutest classroom we have seen. Chrissy Teigen is getting ready to homeschool her kids Luna and Miles – and the 34-year-old just shared some pictures of her homeschooling set-up. And can we just all agree it is all sorts of amazing? The mum-of-two (almost three!) shared four images of the ‘classroom’ she’s created […]

6 years ago

Two Scandinavian giants have joined forces – and the result is seriously cool, clever and super-playful. Ikea, in collaboration with Lego, just launched their Bygglek (which literally translates to BuildPlay) collection of playful storage boxes fitted with Lego studs that let you build directly onto their surfaces. Sounds cool? It is. The range consists of […]

6 years ago

Always got a million thoughts and worries spinning around in your head as bedtime approaches? You are not alone. More and more of us are struggling to fall alseep when we go to bed, resulting not only in restless sleep, but also in tiredness and exhaustion the next day. If this sounds all sorts of […]

6 years ago

Who is as excited about autumn as we are? The crisp, cool mornings, the cosy nights in, the colours, the pumpkins, the PS lattes – we love it all. More so, we think it’s a great time a year to start some lovely new family traditions – from picking chestnuts at the park and baking […]

6 years ago

It has been a long break from school, routines – and homework. And now it is all coming back with a bang – whether we are ready or not. If you are fearing the homework stress in the afternoon (we know we are!), this might be the saving grace for all of us. The good […]

6 years ago

Anyone who has ever been a stay-at-home parent knows that it actually is a lot of work involved. More, in fact, that people actually think. I mean; we are talking cooking and cleaning and planning and chauffeuring around and all the other things that come with raising a family. And according to a new survey […]

6 years ago

Did you snap up any of these yet?

6 years ago

From the minute you utter the words “I am pregnant” or “We are having a baby”, most people will tell you how, from that day forward, are bombarded with advice. Anyone and everyone (lady in the dairy aisle in the supermarket, stranger on the luas, mother-in-law etc.) will offer you their 10 cents worth of […]

6 years ago

We all want our children to grow up to be well-functioning, well-behaved, well-mannered adults with lead successful, happy lives. Which is why, of course, we ferry them around from activity to activity, organise playdates to nourish their friendships, take a keen interest in their school work – in other words, literally do what we can […]

6 years ago

I have to admit, the ad for this upcoming Netflix movie, it did make me feel a little uneasy. Looking at the ad, it features several very scantily clad young girls performing on a stage, and posing in ways that absolutely are not very childlike. Especially when you take into account that the lead actress […]

6 years ago

Literally the exact same shoes. If you have been lusting after Prada’s IT sandal of the summer – the Nomad – you might have been reluctant to shell out a whopping €450 just to get your hands on a pair. The clunky sports-style sandal has been replicated by every other fashion house this season, and […]

6 years ago

Is there anything as stressful as racing around the aisles of your local Supervalu at 5.30pm, desperately trying to figure out what the heck you are going to cook for dinner that evening? The answer is no. No, there is nothing more stressful. Especially if you, like me, also have two tired, cranky kids in […]

6 years ago

So. Much. Pee. Seriously, unless you have a partner with a really bad aim, until you find yourself trying to toilet train a little boy, you have no idea how much pee someone can manage to get outside the toilet bowl. I am talking on the floor, on the walls(!), on the bathroom rug, on […]

6 years ago

It was Storm Ellen that did it. I was feeling all ‘summer is still here’ and refused to even think about packing away my flip-flops and sundresses, and then boom – Ellen hit, and now all of a sudden, it’s like autumn has suddenly arrived. And to tell you the truth, I wasn’t sure I […]

6 years ago

Let’s face it – it’ll be a while before we all need our heels again. And TBH, we are not complaining. These trainers are not only comfy, but stylish too, and these days, honestly, could you be bothered with anything else? 1. Lace-Up Leopard Print Trainer €65, M&S 2. White Trainers €22.99, H&M 3 4. […]

6 years ago

It’s one of those things that you might now know about (I sure didn’t), but apparently, Starbucks has a secret menu – and it has all sorts of delicious treats on it. Even better news if you are a breastfeeding mum – one of the drinks is rumoured to boost your milk supply – according […]

6 years ago

Sure look – if ever there was a year when you should treat yo’self – and then some – 2020 sure is it. And right now, we know just how we want to treat ourselves – and save a whopping €700 in the process too. Beauty advent calendars have become more and more popular over […]

6 years ago

Primary- and secondary school students across Ireland are getting ready to return to school for the first time since they closed back in March. But, because of the strict social distancing restrictions in place for post-primary pupils on school buses, the buses will have to operate at less than full capacity. What this means, is […]

6 years ago

Got a growing bump that is going to need a name soon? Finding a moniker for your little one can be such an ordeal. While some want a name that no-one else sports, others are more concerned about picking something with a more classy and traditional ring to it. If you like names that are […]

6 years ago

It is HARD work

6 years ago

Yeah! You are expecting a little girl! (Or, indeed, have just welcomed one into the world!) And if you are still undecided on what to call your brand new little bundle, allow us to help you out a little, will you? Because we have just rounded up 10 perfectly cool (and even a little edgy!) […]

6 years ago

How come no-one ever thought of this before?! Hosting a BBQ this summer? Having a few friends over for a few casual ones? Sitting around the gaff on your own on these long summer night? You might just be grazing on a totally different kind of snack food. According to New Idea Food ‘Fries Boards’ […]

6 years ago

Well, what else were you supposed to be doing to pass time when everything was closed and forbidden to do…? It seems many of us opted to pass the time during the lockdown in bed – at least if the predictions by the National Maternity Hospital at Holles Street is to be believed. According to […]

6 years ago

Did YOU know? We are a sucker for a good life hack here at Herfamily.ie, and this week, our minds were blown to find out we may just have been using tin foil wrong this whole flipping time. On an episode of his BBC Two show Fresh Start, TV chef Tom Kerridge was cooking fish […]

6 years ago

These are all SO pretty!

6 years ago

Green smoothies are everywhere these days, and we know fine well they are choc-a-block with stuff that will make us healthy. But if you still find yourself a little turned off by the colour (we’ll be honest; sometimes that murky shade of green looks less than tempting), fear not, we got you covered. We are […]

6 years ago

That sticky, muggy heat getting to you? Us too. Which is why we are planning on beating the heat this weekend with AVOCA’s fruity and delicious ice lollies. Made with fresh fruit and three sweet flavours, these frozen treats are quick and easy to make for the ultimate weekend treat. Choose from delicious Strawberry & […]

6 years ago

The World Health Organisation has advised against non-urgent dental appointments. The reason being that patients should avoid visiting the dentist for routine check-ups and non-urgent procedures until the risk of COVID-19 is better understood. Luckily, 90 percent of oral health is dependent on what is done at home, as opposed to while sitting in the […]

6 years ago

A couple of weeks back, many parents were disturbed to discover that Hasbro’s Trolls World Tour Poppy doll came with a ‘secret’ button between its legs which made giggling and groaning noises when pushed. Hasbro has since explained that “the doll was designed to making a laughing sound, but we recognize the placement of the […]

6 years ago

Are your children using a school bus to get to school? With just a couple of weeks now to go before the school year starts, the Department of Education has issued some clarification as to how school buses will operate once they are back running again. For starters, to minimize reliance on buses, children who […]

6 years ago

Struggling to sleep these days? Between the sticky weather and the bright evenings, many of us are finding it hard to drift off come bedtime. If this sounds familiar, this light-blocking sleep mask might just be what you have been looking for. According to Amazon, this £6.59 Gritin Sleep Mask is a best-seller, with more […]

6 years ago

Lockdown was hard for everybody – we were all affected in different ways. However, it seems that some of the ones who will really be living with the impact of lockdown for a long time, is children with autism across Ireland. According to a new report from Dublin City University (DCU), as many as 74 […]

6 years ago

Need a break away from it all? So. Much. Same. As we continue through August, and the last month of summer, many couples are still searching for the perfect break – a chance to escape from it all on a romantic getaway, leaving the kids behind with a babysitter and nabbing even a night away. […]

6 years ago

She is becoming quite the life hack guru. From baby weaning tips to how she keeps her fridge organised, Stacey Solomon is on a one-woman mission to teach us all some pretty nifty hacks. And now, as England is sweltering through an epic heatwave, the 30-year-old mum-of-three has taken to Instagram stories to let her […]

6 years ago

Twinning for the win. If you are a family who likes to match your outfits to one another, you are going to fall head over heels in love with H&M’s latest twinning collection. I mean; if this not #familygoals, I don’t know what is. We are ready to welcome autumn, and make precious family memories […]

6 years ago

This is great news for so many. Every year in Ireland, more than 200 children are diagnosed with cancer, and to many, the necessary treatment they are subscribed can often end up damaging their fertility, and impacting their chances of being able to have children in the future. But now, the Irish Cancer Society and […]

6 years ago

Are you currently using one of these? Irish parents are being warned to stop using the Hauck Mac Baby Deluxe high chair, as this particular model could pose a serious risk of injury and suffocation to children. According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), these popular chairs pose a “serious risk” to children […]

6 years ago

If your wardrobe since mid-March and up until now has been anything like mine, it pretty much went like this: Yoga pants, yoga pants, pyjamas, yoga pants, sundress, yoga pants, sundress, and back to yoga pants again. And so now, with reality looming once more, I have decided to make life easy – and slightly […]

6 years ago

In my house, flies sure didn’t get the message about social distancing. In fact, I’ll go as far as saying the little winged creatures are my least favourite thing about summer. However, I recently came across this nifty little hack for getting flies out of your house, and low and behold, it actually works. On […]

6 years ago

What you give is what you get, mama.

6 years ago

August means a lot of things – the last month of summer, getting ready for a new school year – and celebrating the fact that Ikea drops their brand new catalogue for the year ahead. And this year, having spent more time in our homes than ever before, we don’t know about you, but we […]

6 years ago

It has been a long time coming, but (finally) September 1st is looming. It’s the start of the school year, and reality is coming around again – after what feels like the craziest, longest, most bizarre five months ever, regular-ish life is about to commence. I don’t know about you, but in my house, during […]

6 years ago

It’s so good that we have been willingly forking out the €40ish for it for years at this stage. I am talking about Estée Lauder’s cult product, the Double Wear foundation. Beauty lovers (and us regular folks too) cannot get enough, and I have to say, as far as foundations go, it’s a really hard […]

6 years ago

Make the most of August! As summer is drawing to a close and the kids are preparing to get back to school, Fáilte Ireland is encouraging families across Ireland to Make A Break For It, to explore and discover what our gorgeous little country has to offer. Why not make the best memories together by […]

6 years ago

Woodland wonders. Who wouldn’t want to wake up in a fairytale forest? This autumn, H&M Home has gathered all our favourites from deep in the woods, making it easy for you to create a wildlife haven for your little ones. Just take a look: 1. Dressing gown €19.99 2. Growth chart €14.99 3. Large soft […]

6 years ago

Dreading the craziness of school mornings when the roll around, mums? Oh, you are not alone. Trying to get everyone dressed and fed and out the door in time, yikes, it makes us stressed even thinking about it. There are many ways to be prepared for back to school morning, like getting outfits ready and […]

6 years ago

Parents have been left shocked by Hasbro’s latest Trolls Doll. US mum Jessica McManis was disgusted when she realised the new Trolls doll she had purchased had a button between its legs which made giggling and groaning noises when pushed Determined for it not to be on shop shelves, McManis launched an online petition to […]

6 years ago

Beautifully honest. When one mum recently took to Instagram to share an image of herself breastfeeding her twin boys, she hadn’t really expected the beautiful feedback she would get from the very real and raw photograph. “My hubby snapped this pic as I fell asleep sitting up, breastfeeding our 2-week old twins,” Amy Griffith, from […]

6 years ago

All set for a new school year – and even though your little ones might not be heading for Hogwarts, it doesn’t mean they can’t look the part. H&M has just released their latest kids and baby collection, and let’s just say, it’s pretty darn magical. Whether you are a Harry Potter fan yourself, or […]

6 years ago