These might just save your sanity

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A giant adventure awaits. With the stunning views and wild, rugged coastlines, it comes as no surprise that Northern Ireland is steeped in the spirit of adventure. For those on the lookout for an adrenaline-filled staycation break this summer – you’ll find plenty to choose from up north to fulfil the thrill-seeker in you. Want […]

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Two-year-olds are full-on. It might, in child-rearing perspective, be the most full-on age there is – as in; they just don’t stop – ever. Two-year-olds literally come with two settings – ON or asleep. And when they are on, boy are they ON. Toddlers want to run and climb and jump and shout. They want […]

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A great initiative. In the UK, under-18s who want nude pictures or videos of themselves removed from the internet can now report the images through an online tool. The service – from the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) and Childline – aims to help children who have been groomed, or whose partners have posted photos of […]

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Got some oats and yogurt handy?

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Former master of Holles Street, Peter Boylan, has previously expressed concerns that the new National Maternity Hospital, which is currently under construction, might run into difficulty offering procedures such as abortions, sterilisations and IVF as the land the hospital is being built on is still owned by the Religious Sisters of Charity. The ongoing ownership […]

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Approximately one in six couples in Ireland experience infertility. But unfortunately, seeking help for fertility issues has up until now been an expensive route for individuals or couples seeking to start – or grow – their families. However, today, the Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital has announced the launch of its new, public Fertility […]

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Ever since the start of the pandemic in March of last year, pregnant women across Ireland have had to attend maternity screenings, scans and appointments without their partners present. Many have also had to go through most of the early stages of labour without their birthing partner there, something which, needless to say, has caused […]

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Well, this is precious! Yesterday marked Father’s Day in many countries across the world, including both here in Ireland and in the UK. And to celebrate the occasion, and honour her husband’s very first Father’s Day, Princess Eugenie shared some seriously adorable snaps of her hubby, Jack Brooksbank, and their baby boy, August. Se […]

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Summer is here, and the hot, clammy weather to match. And I don’t know about you, but I love nothing more than to wear a flowy summer dress and sandals all day (and night) long – as perfect on a coffee run during your WFH day as it is for staycations and road trips. However, […]

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Tossing and turning and cannot get to sleep on these warm, sticky nights? Same. (It doesn’t help that I have two kids that insist on wandering into my bed in the middle of the night most nights and then warm up the bed further with their limbs that flap about and constant movements either). When […]

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We are on the cusp of the summer holidays. Eight weeks of glorious time off from school, lunch boxes, stress, after-school sports, and just the stress and mundane of everyday life. The thing is – eight weeks of trying to keep kids entertained – and not constantly glued to a screen – can be hard […]

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Phew. With many citing fertility concerns as their main reason not to get vaccinated against Covid-19, this new study might provide some clarity and relief. Sperm count and quality did not drop in healthy young men after receiving a first or second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, according to a new study published […]

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With school holidays kicking off next week and the temperatures rising, I think it is safe to say summer has arrived. And although 2021 is also drastically different than normal, this summer can still be your best season; the season where you and your family spend time together, and make the most of every day […]

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Is cereal more often than not on the menu at breakfast time in your house? Then we reckon you are going to love these wall-mounted dispensers as much as we do. Seriously – how clever is this? Just top up with whatever cereal your kids love the most and voila; everyone can help themselves to […]

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I have always been a sucker for a good cheese– or charcuterie – board. They are the perfect food to serve when you are entertaining – easy to assemble, looks impressive, everyone can find something they like – etc. However, serving up meats or cheeses on hot, sticky summer days might not be ideal. For […]

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You guys – Father’s Day is TOMORROW. But fear not if you have yet to pick up a present or treat for the dad(s) in your life. We got you! Here are 10 gorgeous and sweet ideas, to make him feel loved, pampered and so really, really appreciated. 1. Day out to Mount Usher Gardens […]

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Can we all just agree that the year and a half we have just lived through – between homeschooling and lockdowns and working from home really has been so, so stressful. I have my own full-time job, yet I also found myself being a teacher for a 7-year-old and a 10-year-old. And if that wasn’t […]

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Struggling to keep on top of mess, clutter and laundry? You are not alone. It is hard to keep things tidy when we are all at home, and our houses have suddenly now also been turned into several other things – home office, creche, school, gym – you name it, we are now doing it […]

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Who is starting to feel staycation ready? I know I am! A couple of staycations are coming up, and then a trip home to Scandinavia later in the summer, and honestly, I cannot wait! The change of scenery, the eating out, the sleeping in beds that are not my own – it all sounds like […]

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So many of us have gotten into gardening or tending to our plants in a whole new way during this past year. And what could be more satisfying than growing your very own food in your garden – or even on a small city balcony? Enter this easy DIY most of us can manage to […]

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OMG, THIS. Yesterday marked their 10-year wedding anniversary. And it seems Brian Ormond wasn’t about to get the occasion pass without showing his wife just how committed he is for the next 10. Taking to her Instagram this morning, Pippa O’Connor revealed her husband and planned a secret wow renewal to mark their anniversary – […]

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Living by your own rules. I knew from I was really young, I think, that I someday wanted to be a mum. I just had this feeling like this was what I wanted my life to be, centred around children and home and family, and this never really changed. Not that I rushed into parenthood, […]

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My Norwegian friends could not believe it when I told them what I paid for childcare here in Ireland. When my eldest was a toddler, we lived in my hometown of Oslo. For her to attend creche there, what I paid for her full-time place worked out at around €300 per month. Fast forward a […]

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Every year in Ireland, around 4500 babies are born prematurely. Needless to say, this is a very anxious and stressful time for parents and extended family too, and during the past 18 months, as the world has been shutting down in an effort to combat the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, especially so. We recently spoke to […]

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And baby makes four! Congratulations are in order for TV presenter and fitness entrepreneur Kathryn Thomas, and her husband, businessman Padraig McLoughlin – who are expecting their second child together. The pair are already parents to Ellie, who was born in 2018 – and who is now set to become a big sister. Thomas took […]

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He’ll LOVE this! If you have yet to make plans to spoil any great dads in your life this year, the five-star, Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast, has come up with something crafty and unique to help us all out. The Fitzwilliam Hotel’s head chef, Dean Butler and his team created the Crafternoon Tea, a unique twist […]

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A tragic accident. A 15-year-old girl died after sustaining serious injuries during a training session at an equestrian centre Rathcoole, Co Dublin, yesterday afternoon. Last night, Gardaí confirmed that officers from Ballyfermot responded to a call from the centre around 2 PM yesterday afternoon, following an accident involving a teenager during a training session. “Dublin […]

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These are shocking figures. According to the Irish Hospital Consultants Association (IHCA), there are currently more than 100,000 children across Ireland are waiting for hospital treatment – and almost 40,000 of these have been on lists longer than a year. What is worse, this figure still does not represent the full picture as it does […]

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Sex and puberty are being described as ‘gifts from God.’ A new relationships and sexuality education (RSE) resource has been developed by the Irish Bishops’ Conference, and is due to be used in Catholic ethos primary schools from this September onwards. However, the programme, called Flourish, has already been rejected by at least three Catholic […]

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Spot the adorable baby bump! Millie Mackintosh has announced she is expecting her second child – and shared the cutest Instagram snap to debut her growing belly! The Made in Chelsea star, 31, looks the picture of joy as she is snapped holding onto her daughter, Sienna, and wearing a pink swimsuit showing off her […]

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Ever feel like you literally never have a moment of me-time? Yeah? Well, you are not alone. According to a new study into the lives of 2000 mums and dads, parents basically don’t have a moment of me-time. As in, 30 minutes is all we get. 30 measly minutes. Meaning, it is no wonder you […]

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Let’s not forget one thing: C-sections are actually a major surgery. And yet, in comparison to most other surgeries, you are expected to be on your feet and tending to a newborn baby pretty soon afterwards. But don’t hesitate in asking for help, mamas – rely on your partner, family and tribe these days, that […]

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Making life easier for parents! Can we all agree that some days getting a healthy dinner that the kids will actually eat on the table can be a little – well – challenging. From fussy eaters to food aversions or just plain, old ‘I don’t like this today even though I ate it yesterday’ dramas […]

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The perfect thing to sip on when the weather is hot.

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Summer mornings are the best. They can also be a bit hectic, no? With camps or trips or outings, and never mind is you are travelling or have tons of visitors over for the summer weeks. The trick? Being prepared with some delicious (and healthy!) make-ahead breakfasts you (and the kids) can just grab and […]

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These are shocking figures. Right now, more than 3500 children in Ireland are waiting on disability assessment – including autism diagnosis. These ‘assessments of needs’ will essentially determine whether or not a child is diagnosed with a disability – such as for instance autism – and if diagnosed, receive the care and help they are […]

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I was very lucky in that I had quick and relatively easy labours with zero intervention with both of my babies. Both my labours lasted only about three-four hours from start to finish, and while it hurt, of course, I remember thinking both times that ‘this wasn’t so bad – I could totally do it […]

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Yes, pls! Summer is here, and I don’t know about you, but I cannot wait to finally be able to have friends over, sit outside on bright summer evenings and just catch up over glasses of crisp rosé wine or a refreshing spritz. And speaking of delicious alcoholic treats – have you ever heard of […]

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Let’s hear it for the dads! Father’s Day is around the corner, and we think all the great dads and granddads deserve to be celebrated in style. And while socks are great and practical and all that, how about going that extra mile this year – and picking a gift that will really put a […]

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If you have a toddler, you have most likely also had to live through a temper tantrum or two (or three or four or seven thousand…) The important thing to remember is that while tantrums are both stressful and sweat-inducing (at least to us parents), they are also totally, completely normal. Toddlers are meant to […]

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Nickname names are in vogue. As proven by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who went with the name Lilibet (Queen Elizabeth’s nickname) for their daughter. They also revealed that they plan on shortening the name Lilibet to just ‘Lili’ – making a nickname into another nickname. Did you know the phrase ‘nickname’ is derived from […]

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Unless you have been sleeping under a rock this past year, I am sure you have heard of CBD oil – the oil made from the cannabis plant that is being hailed for its many benefits to human health and wellbeing. Hemp is part of the cannabis family, and has been grown across the world […]

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Much as we all love treating ourselves to a spa day, very few of us can afford to do this on a regular basis. However, there is an easy way to recreate that spa feeling right at home in your own bathroom – and it seems even millionaires like Kendall Jenner has discovered this easy […]

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Small and steady wins the race. Right now, we have lived through some pretty unprecedented eighteen months. Dealing with homeschooling and remote working and restlessness and stress and worries and maybe also, to many of us, new financial realities. It has been full-on, I think we can all agree. So now is not the time, […]

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A solution has to be found. The Covid-19 vaccination program in Ireland is well underway. Last week, the HSE portal opened for everyone over the age of 40, meaning everyone in this age group are now free to register for their Covid-19 vaccine. And, as of next week, the portal will open for people aged […]

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Time sure flies. Jessica Alba was a proud mama bear earlier this week, as she took to Instagram to share a series of pictures of her eldest daughter – in honor of Honor’s 13th birthday. The mum-of-three was clearly feeling all the feels as she proudly showed off her newly minted teenagers to the world. […]

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So much fun in the sun. As most of us will be spending the summer rather close to home this summer too, we bet many are looking for fun ways to give their garden a play-time makeover for their littles. And right now, Aldi has got our backs. The latest range of outdoor games and […]

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Her Seven Sisters books are all global best-sellers, including the latest instalment in the series, The Lost Sister, which was just published in May. But last night, Lucinda Riley’s family released a statement on Twitter to say the author had sadly passed away on June 11th, after a four-year-long battle with cancer. Riley, who was […]

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Get nominating. With Father’s Day fast approaching, Kaliedy, the new Irish online store specialising in baby essentials, nursery items and toys, has announced a nationwide competition to celebrate first-time dads – just in time for Father’s Day.  Se dette innlegget på Instagram Et innlegg delt av Kaliedy (@kaliedyofficial) The last year has been a […]

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