BY Steve Hopkins ‘It doesn’t get easier. It is what it is’ Robert De Niro has admitted that he doesn’t do any of the “heavy lifting” in raising his baby daughter with his partner Tiffany Chen. Earlier this year, the veteran actor welcomed his seventh child, Gia Virginia Chen-De Niro, with Chen. Along with Gia, […]

2 years ago

Baby name inspiration can come from anywhere — even your favorite TV show. Although, it’s probably not the first place you’d think of. Series writers, naturally, put a lot of energy into picking names with just the right amount of buzziness – a great way to find baby names is also looking through the credits after […]

2 years ago

If any group of people know the stress that can come from sudden (and often dramatic) hair loss, it’s new mothers. When my daughter was born, my hair was the best it had ever been – glossy, thick, healthy and shiny. What happens during pregnancy is that you have increased levels of Estrogen and androgen, […]

2 years ago

By Katy Thornton It’s beginning to look like a lot like… We haven’t even marked Halloween yet and Dublin is already doing their best to get us into the festive spirit as people have noticed Christmas lights popping up on the city’s famous streets, and we’re honestly slightly excited about it. Some people get a […]

2 years ago

Brought to you by Taxback. Tax bands Widened. Cuts to USC. Rent Tax Credit increased. Budget 2024 is here but what does it all mean for you? Budget 2024 is in full swing, and families up and down the country are set to benefit from the new tax changes. Between the lengthy reports and news […]

2 years ago

We all want the same thing when it comes to our kids. Today (October 10th) is World Mental Health Day and in light of this, we want to acknowledge a goal that every parents wants: to raise children that are healthy, happy and well-adjusted. It doesn’t matter where we parent, or how we parent, how […]

2 years ago

As our children have officially headed back to school, parents are now being warned over the rise in RSV cases. Dr. Dina Kulik, a pediatrician and founder of Kidcrew Medical, told CTV News Channel that the risk of your child contracting RSV is much higher now that they have returned to school and has urged […]

2 years ago

Remember, mess usually means lots of fun and laughter. The first thing to note before we get into it is this: making your home the perfect place to raise your family is not about perfection or even being uber-minimal with belongings. It is more about creating a space that works for your and your family. […]

2 years ago

They even held an ‘it’s a boy’ baby shower… Finding out the gender of an unborn baby is a suspenseful wait for some, while it’s not a big deal at all for others. Still, even for those who have one particular gender they’d like to raise, the baby’s sex ultimately doesn’t matter as long as […]

2 years ago

By Charlie Herbert Shrek fans can book a stay at the ogre’s iconic swamp next month. Located in the hills of the Scottish Highlands, the muddy location listed on Airbnb is described as a “stumpy, secluded haven fit for a solitude-seeking ogre.” And the host who has put the property up? None other than Donkey. […]

2 years ago

Brought to you by Primark The queen of children’s fashion is back, and she’s got our autumn/winter wardrobes sorted. One celebrity who has us inspired when it comes to children’s clothing is none other than Stacey Solomon. As a busy mum herself, Stacey knows the importance of high-quality, elevated kids fashion that stands the test […]

2 years ago

It’s only our favourite time a year!

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BY Joseph Loftus A mum has sparked a debate online after admitting she puts her son to bed in his school uniform. A children’s TV presenter has raised more than a few eyebrows after admitting she puts her son to bed in his school uniform. TV and social media star, Ms Rachel, is a go […]

2 years ago

An experiment in a US hospital had some interesting results.

2 years ago

‘Anyone who has not specifically been asked for advice needs to be shut down.’

2 years ago

BY Joseph Loftus Have you noticed an increase in spiders in your home? One mum is here to the rescue so you can say goodbye to the creepy crawlies who have moved into your home recently. As the weather has taken a pretty quick turn for the worse, our arachnid neighbours who have been quite […]

3 years ago

A professor of paediatrics in the UK has advised that we should introduce babies to food sooner than we currently do to avoid them developing allergies. The advice comes ‘too late’ in the opinion of Gideon Lack, professor at King’s College London. Lack believes it is becoming a large concern as more and more children are diagnosed […]

3 years ago

Would you be able to forgive him for what he did? A 36-year-old mum revealed her brother sold her late son’s nursery after she lent it to him. She explained that her 3-year-old son died from a chronic condition that he was born with. “I struggled a lot with his illness and received a lot […]

3 years ago

BY Joseph Loftus ‘He thinks my child should be grateful’ Most of us spend our lives in the economy seats on the plane. Sure, they’re cramped and you occasionally get a stranger’s head resting on your shoulder as they fall asleep, but it’s the destination that matters most, not the flight. That being said, if […]

3 years ago

I think we can all agree that people tend to have a lot to say about new mums. More specifically, they tend to have a lot of opinions about the way we all gestate/birth/feed/raise our kids. In fact, pretty much from the moment you announce you are expecting, prepare to be inundated with some seriously […]

3 years ago

A mum revealed that she overheard staff at her child’s school gossiping about her son and is hoping to get some advice on her next steps. The mum took to Reddit to share that she volunteers at her child’s school and on the first day back for staff, she was at the school to help […]

3 years ago

A waitress has sparked a debate after admitting she waters down children’s sugary drinks in the restaurant she works in. An American waitress recently took to TikTok to share how she has taken it upon herself to do this. The waitress, who is just listed as Abby on her account, made headlines (despite having only […]

3 years ago

People have rushed to her defence People have rushed to the defence of a mum after she explained why she called her daughter’s dad “creepy” over the name he gave to his newborn child. In a Reddit post shared to the popular AITA sub, the woman asked if she was in the wrong for being critical of the […]

3 years ago

Breaking up when there are children involved is never easy. No matter what, you are both parents and regardless of your feelings towards each other, trying to co-parent as best you can is what is best for your child or children. However, this isn’t always so straightforward or easy, as many will know. Recently, an […]

3 years ago

Dealing with the school morning rush is not easy, but one mum has revealed a clever hack that is about to make things way easier for you. If you feel a little unnerved at the thought of trying to root out uniforms and matching shirts, socks, and ties every morning, I have a feeling you […]

3 years ago

Spoiler: You have to look at how often you check your own phone, too. There is no denying that technology is going to play a vast part in our children’s lives, that much is clear.  Another fact that is going to have a massive effect on their entire generation is that the age when tech […]

3 years ago

To support parents beginning their little one’s weaning journey, we sat down with parenting expert Laura Erskine to get her best tips for making weaning safe and easy. Most importantly, your weaning baby does not have the same immunity as adults have, so it is very important to be extra vigilant when preparing homemade food […]

3 years ago

Plus, how you can treat them.

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Quick tips to note.

3 years ago

BY Joseph Loftus Would you be annoyed if your other half did this? A man has caused quite a stir online after admitting he left his wife at the airport and boarded the plane without her. The unnamed man in his 40s took to Reddit to explain the situation that went on between himself, his […]

3 years ago

Do you think the school is in the wrong? We all want our children to eat healthy and nutritious meals. And this day in age, we all know that this for the most part means a diet rich in plants – vegetables, fruits, legumes, grains, nuts, and berries. However, not everyone agrees, and so when […]

3 years ago

BY Rory Cashin Hints at the theme AND how to apply to be on the Toy Show are all here! 2022’s Late Late Toy Show will go down in history for two reasons. (1) It was Ryan Tubridy’s final time hosting the special, which came as a surprise in hindsight, and (2) The Woo Guy… […]

3 years ago

BY Simon Kelly A Wicklow town is leading the way. Education Minister Norma Foley appears to back a suggested smartphone ban in primary schools, saying she will announce plans within the next few weeks to support schools looking to ban the devices. Revealed by the Sunday Independent, it is unclear what the supports will be, […]

3 years ago

The great thing about school is that when your kids go there they’re not at home anymore and you finally get a minute’s peace. Suddenly, it’s somebody else’s job to answer their questions, tell them to clean up their mess, and watch helplessly as they struggle to get their arm in their jacket the correct […]

3 years ago

By Joseph Loftus ‘Thoughts and prayers for those who have died in tonight’s tragedy’ Two grandparents and their infant grandchild have tragically died in a horror crash in Tipperary. The crash, which took place shortly before 9pm yesterday (August 29) evening, occurred when the car hit a wall on the outskirts of Cashel, Tipperary. A […]

3 years ago

Brought to you by Birds Eye. Reckon you could give Captain Birds Eye a run for his money? The back to school season is upon us, and between prepping school uniforms, planning midweek meals and penciling in extra-curricular activities, us parents could do with a bit of a pick-me-up. As well as being our go-to […]

3 years ago

BY Callum Boyle Scarlett Moffatt has slammed mum-shamers for bombarding her with negative comments. Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt hit back at online trolls after they criticised the appearance of her baby son. The TV personality welcomed her first child with partner Scott Dobinson earlier this year. Moffatt confirmed the news with an Instagram post in […]

3 years ago

A mum has revealed a clever hack that won’t disturb your sleepy baby. Trying to successfully transfer your sleeping baby from your arms (or the car seat or pram) into the cot for a nap- or bedtime is not easy. Luckily, one mum has come to our rescue with a clever hack that will make […]

3 years ago

Her name isn’t as uncommon as you think A mum has hit out at an airline after a flight attendant posted a picture of her daughter’s boarding pass on social media, where it was savagely mocked. Traci Radford and her five-year-old daughter were about to board at the gate at California’s John Wayne Airport back […]

3 years ago

Love it. If you have ever tried to get your kids to leave somewhere they don’t want to leave (park, playground, party), you are no doubt familiar with the absolute self-control you have to exercise not to totally lose it and start yelling. Hint – sometimes it’s impossible not to. However, US mum Vanessa Falone […]

3 years ago

Mothers singing to their babies is a universal behaviour that filters through all other cultural boundaries and parenting traditions. And now it seems there is much more to singing to your little one than first meets the eye (or ear). Shannon de l’Etoile, professor of music therapy at the University of Miami’s school of music, says that there […]

3 years ago

This can be a bit tricky. Whether you send your child to a playschool, nursery or creche, you trust that they will take care of your child and look after their needs. Of course, accidents happen and we can never avoid them – however, if your child’s creche lied to you about a particular incident, […]

3 years ago

Whenever I ask my children about what the best bit about their school day was, the answer is pretty much always the same – break time or PE. Running around outside, being with their friends, coming up with games and generally just being active and in fresh air – that is what my children, most […]

3 years ago

Whether you’re a sports fan or not, these names are fab! When it comes to choosing a baby name, parents will trawl the internet, their family trees and books galore to find the perfect fit. Many people opt to name their little ones after someone they admire and love within their family, but what about […]

3 years ago

‘My mum used to do this it absolutely traumatised us’ One mum has found an easy way to get out of making her kids’ school lunches every day – she makes them in bulk, then puts them in the freezer. And, perhaps not surprisingly, not everyone thinks Samantha Lee Woods’ lunch hack, is a good […]

3 years ago

The solution we have all been looking for! Most parents are generally met with silence when they ask their kids how their day was. It’s the one question that seems to stop them from talking as they gaze out the car window and act like they haven’t heard a single word you said. Although it […]

3 years ago

For the little ones who hate veggies!! If you have children who are not overly fond of vegetables, this could be of some major help. I quickly discovered that when it comes to getting some extra vegetables and even fruit into my kids, smoothies are my best bet. They taste sweet, look fun – and […]

3 years ago

Sleep disorders have been on the rise recently in children and the cause is being put down to too much screen time. The number of children being admitted to hospital for sleep disorders has risen over the last few years due to the overuse of digital devices, according to medical experts. They also advised that […]

3 years ago

Is it a boy or girl? There are so many old wives tales out there when it comes to predicting the sex of your baby, but do they actually work? I’ve had one boy and one girl and some I found to be true while others not so much, but the ones below seemed pretty […]

3 years ago

BY Simon Kelly The incident occurred near Castlegregory on Sunday A five-year-old has died following a tragic quad bike incident in Co. Kerry. The incident occurred on private property near Castlegregory on Sunday afternoon (August 6th). Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene where the boy had been severely injured in the accident. It […]

3 years ago