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  • Influencer Grace Mongey reveals she’s expecting her third child

    Influencer Grace Mongey reveals she’s expecting her third child

    Grace Mongey is pregnant with baby #3 Influencer Grace Mongey has revealed she’s expecting her third child with her husband Chris Gernon. The influencer confirmed the news on Instagram last night. The mum posted the cutest family video to share her joyous news. Alongside the video, she wrote: “Oh baby, we can’t wait to meet […]

    1 year ago

  • My sister wants to name her newborn after our nephew who died from SIDS

    My sister wants to name her newborn after our nephew who died from SIDS

    This woman is in such a difficult situation A woman has opened up about a situation her family is facing ahead of the birth of her sister’s baby. The woman explained that she is the middle sister in her family and her older sister suffered a heartbreaking loss in 2022 when her son died. He […]

    1 year ago

  • Molly-Mae Hague speaks out about co-parenting for the first time

    Molly-Mae Hague speaks out about co-parenting for the first time

    Molly-Mae Hague is a mum to daughter Bambi Molly-Mae Hague is adapting to life as a single mum following her split from Tommy Fury. The couple revealed they had ended their five year relationship in August, but are trying to co-parent daughter Bambi. Molly recently spoke out about how she is getting on after the […]

    1 year ago

  • Gardaí call on public to help find missing mother and her son

    Gardaí call on public to help find missing mother and her son

    Gardaí are concerned for their wellbeing Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing mother and her son. 24-year-old Dayla Durnin and her eight-year-old son Kyran have been missing since Friday, August 30th. Both Gardaí and their family are concerned for their wellbeing. They issued a statement following their disappearance: “Gardaí are seeking […]

    1 year ago

  • The shunned hair hack that is helping people’s hair grow

    The shunned hair hack that is helping people’s hair grow

    This hair hack isn’t as bad as people claim it is We’ve often been told that washing our hair every day is a bad idea, but it turns out the shunned hair hack isn’t as bad as people claim it is. If you’re tired of your hair looking weak and falling out then washing it […]

    1 year ago

  • James Lowe and his wife are expecting their second child together

    James Lowe and his wife are expecting their second child together

    James Lowe is set to become a dad-of-two Rugby player James Lowe and his wife Arnica have announced they’re expecting their second child together. The couple announced their joyous news this week and fans are overjoyed for them. James and Arnica confirmed the news in an adorable TikTok this week. @arnilowe We cant wait to […]

    1 year ago

  • Warning to parents after teenager dies from chroming challenge

    Warning to parents after teenager dies from chroming challenge

    A warning has been issued to parents following the death of a teenager in Ireland. Sarah Mescall sadly passed away after attempting a TikTok challenge known as ‘chroming’. Sarah, who died on September 25th last year, was admitted to the hospital after inhaling an aerosol. She reportedly viewed the challenge in a TikTok video, but […]

    1 year ago

  • Brian Dowling pens emotional tribute to Blake on her second birthday

    Brian Dowling pens emotional tribute to Blake on her second birthday

    Brian Dowling and Arthur celebrated Blake’s big day over the weekend Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian marked quite a major milestone this weekend as daughter Blake turned two years old. The proud dads shared adorable tributes to their beloved daughter online but it was Brian’s moving post that had his followers welling up. The dad […]

    1 year ago

  • One in 10 children are being taught in overcrowded classrooms

    One in 10 children are being taught in overcrowded classrooms

    The counties with the most overcrowded classrooms have been revealed Back-to-school season is officially in full swing and most of us have completed the first school run of the year already. As thrilled as we are to see the kids return to school, some are returning to overcrowded classrooms. Recent figures by The Independent have […]

    1 year ago

  • Tana Ramsay opens up about the heartache of losing her baby boy

    Tana Ramsay opens up about the heartache of losing her baby boy

    Tana Ramsay has opened up about the heartbreak over losing her stillborn son Rocky The mum opened up about the harrowing passing of her son on Giovanna Fletcher’s Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast. She said losing Rocky in 2016 was one of the hardest moments of her life. She told Giovanna that her baby boy […]

    1 year ago

  • Gardaí issue warning to parents sharing back-to-school photos

    Gardaí issue warning to parents sharing back-to-school photos

    Important to note if your kids are returning to school this week Parents have been warned about sharing back-to-school photos on social media ahead of the new school term. It’s hard to believe a new school year is already here, but parents have been busy preparing for the new term. They’ve been busy labelling schoolbooks, […]

    1 year ago

  • Rachel Gorry speaks out about cruel trolling over her new relationship

    Rachel Gorry speaks out about cruel trolling over her new relationship

    Rachel Gorry has been hit with waves of trolling Rachel Gorry has opened up about the extreme trolling she has faced since confirming her new relationship. The influencer revealed she was in a new relationship this summer, but trolls have been targeting the mum-of-three since she shared the news. Rachel recently addressed the abuse she […]

    1 year ago

  • Vogue Williams purchases €2.8m ‘forever home’ in Howth

    Vogue Williams purchases €2.8m ‘forever home’ in Howth

    Vogue Williams has homes in Dublin and London Vogue Williams has reportedly purchased her family’s ‘forever home’ in Howth after selling her old Dublin abode. The presenter previously owned another home in Howth, Dublin but sold it last year. She said she was “really sad” about selling the property but has since found her forever […]

    1 year ago

  • Free RSV immunisation will be provided for newborns in Ireland

    Free RSV immunisation will be provided for newborns in Ireland

    Free RSV immunisation will be offered from September Parents of newborns born between September 2024 and February 2025 will be offered free RSV immunisation. The immunisation will be provided to newborns in a bid to protect them from RSV. RSV cases have been rising at a concerning rate every winter in Ireland, but experts believe […]

    1 year ago

  • ‘A little gift’ – Aisling Bea has given birth to her first child

    ‘A little gift’ – Aisling Bea has given birth to her first child

    Aisling Bea is officially a mam Comedian Aisling Bea has given birth to her first child. The comedian announced her wonderful news in a witty Instagram post this morning. Alongside a series of photos from her pregnancy, the new mum revealed she gave birth to her first child. Bea penned a witty post to announce […]

    1 year ago

  • Brian Dowling says trolls are obsessed with trying to take his kids away from him

    Brian Dowling says trolls are obsessed with trying to take his kids away from him

    Brian Dowling is a father to two daughters Presenter Brian Dowling has opened up about the pressure he is facing as trolls continue to target him and his family. There’s no doubt the dad-of-two is an incredible father, but that hasn’t stopped cruel trolls from targeting both him and his husband Arthur. The dad admitted […]

    1 year ago

  • Teacher calls out parents for sending their children to kindergarten in nappies

    Teacher calls out parents for sending their children to kindergarten in nappies

    This teacher shared her controversial take on TikTok A teacher has called out parents who are sending their children to kindergarten in nappies. The teacher expressed her controversial opinion on TikTok. The teacher, who goes by Ms3rdGrade on TikTok, said it isn’t fair on the children’s teachers. She shared: “Diapers in kindergarten- this has been […]

    1 year ago

  • Lea Michele welcomes a baby girl after miscarriage heartache

    Lea Michele welcomes a baby girl after miscarriage heartache

    Lea Michele is officially a mum-of-two Actress Lea Michele has announced the birth of her second child. The former Glee star gave birth to a healthy baby girl and gave her the sweetest name. The now mum-of-two confirmed her daughter’s arrival on Instagram this weekend. She also revealed her name is Emery Sol. She captioned […]

    1 year ago

  • Rosanna Davison gets emotional as her twins mark a major milestone

    Rosanna Davison gets emotional as her twins mark a major milestone

    It’s been an emotional week for Rosanna Davison Rosanna Davison marked quite a special milestone with her twins this week as they both started preschool for their second year. The mum confirmed Hugo and Oscar started attending preschool again this week. She posted an adorable photo of her hugging her boys before they headed off […]

    1 year ago

  • Influencer Rachel Gorry shares first photo with her new boyfriend

    Influencer Rachel Gorry shares first photo with her new boyfriend

    Rachel Gorry looks so happy in her recent holiday post Influencer Rachel Gorry has found love after the harrowing loss of her husband Daniel and fans couldn’t be happier for her. The mum, who is currently on holiday in Rome, has shared the first photo of her and her partner. View this post on Instagram […]

    1 year ago

  • Every parent needs to know this mum’s genius back-to-school hack

    Every parent needs to know this mum’s genius back-to-school hack

    Back-to-school season is upon us If you’re preparing for the kid’s return to school then we’ve got one genius tip for you. It’s hard to believe there are just a handful of days left in the summer, but the kids will be back in school next week. Many parents are in the middle of preparing […]

    1 year ago

  • Mums praise Stacey Solomon for proudly sharing ‘real’ bikini photos

    Mums praise Stacey Solomon for proudly sharing ‘real’ bikini photos

    Stacey Solomon is being praised by fellow mums Stacey Solomon has been praised for sharing such real bikini photos during her recent family holiday. We can all feel insecure when it comes to wearing a bikini, but Stacey has reassured her followers by being so honest. The mum didn’t share a touched-up image, but a […]

    1 year ago

  • Barry Keoghan shares rare photo of his son amid break-up rumours

    Barry Keoghan shares rare photo of his son amid break-up rumours

    Barry Keoghan is focusing on his family life Saltburn star Barry Keoghan has broken his silence after reports claimed his relationship with Sabrina Carpenter was over. The couple, who first met in September 2023, had been dating for months but rumors about an alleged split have been circulating for days. Insiders claimed the couple had […]

    1 year ago

  • Erin McGregor praised for honesty about ‘tough week’ with son Harry

    Erin McGregor praised for honesty about ‘tough week’ with son Harry

    Erin McGregor said her son Harry is dealing with sensory pain Parents have been praising Erin McGregor after she opened up about the tough week she’s been having. The mum explained that her son Harry has been struggling due to sensory pain. Erin has often opened up about the realities of having a child with […]

    2 years ago

  • Wedding guests shocked by ‘awkward’ song choice for mother-son dance

    Wedding guests shocked by ‘awkward’ song choice for mother-son dance

    This wedding co-ordinator felt pretty uncomfortable Mother-son dances at weddings are slowly becoming more and more popular. Like the traditional father-daughter dance, the mother-son dance gives them a chance to mark the wedding day together. However, one mum and her son caused controversy after choosing a pretty odd song for their dance. The choice was […]

    2 years ago

  • Dave Kearney and wife Becca expecting their first child together

    Dave Kearney and wife Becca expecting their first child together

    Huge congratulations are in order for Dave Kearney and his wife Becca Rugby player, Dave Kearney is set to become a dad for the first time. The sportsman and his wife Becca Mehigan announced her pregnancy this week. The mum-to-be confirmed their joyous news on Instagram and confirmed she’s halfway through her pregnancy already. The […]

    2 years ago

  • What is Oropouche virus and should we be worried about it?

    What is Oropouche virus and should we be worried about it?

    Cases of the Oropouche virus are spreading The first case of the Oropouche virus has been detected in Europe. The virus has been rapidly spreading in Latin America and two women sadly passed away from the virus in Brazil. Two people in Europe have been diagnosed with the virus. A 26-year-old woman from Verona contracted […]

    2 years ago

  • Mollie King announces her second pregnancy in the cutest way

    Mollie King announces her second pregnancy in the cutest way

    Mollie King is pregnant with her second child Singer and presenter Mollie King has revealed she is expecting her second child with Stuart Broad. The couple revealed their special news over the weekend and fans flooded the post with loving messages. Mollie shared a photo of Stuart kissing her bump with their daughter Annabella on […]

    2 years ago

  • What is Angelman Syndrome and what causes it?

    What is Angelman Syndrome and what causes it?

    Colin Farrell has set up a foundation for people with Angelman Syndrome This week, Irish actor Colin Farrell announced he was setting up a foundation for people with Angelman Syndrome. The actor was inspired to set up the initiative by his son James, who was diagnosed with the neurological disorder when he was a young […]

    2 years ago

  • The charming four-letter name mums-to-be are obsessed with

    The charming four-letter name mums-to-be are obsessed with

    This name is pretty adorable If you’re expecting a baby girl in the coming months then there’s no doubt you’ve been busy trying to find the perfect name. But there are simply way too many options out there and the thought of narrowing our lists down to just one name feels impossible. I’ve had a […]

    2 years ago

  • Stacey Solomon called out over family holiday photos

    Stacey Solomon called out over family holiday photos

    Stacey Solomon was called out over her recent holiday snaps Stacey Solomon is one of the most popular parenting influencers online but her huge following means she is forced to deal with trolls. With over six million followers on Instagram, Solomon has amassed quite the fan club. Instagram users can’t get enough of her parenting […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Appalled and disgusted’ – Arthur Gourounlian speaks out over christening meeting

    ‘Appalled and disgusted’ – Arthur Gourounlian speaks out over christening meeting

    Arthur Gourounlian said his “blood was boiling” Arthur Gourounlian has spoken out about how a meeting for his daughter’s Christening didn’t go according to plan. The dad-of-two was clearly upset after meeting with a priest to discuss baby Blu’s christening. Before the meeting, the dad said he was looking forward to planning the special event […]

    2 years ago

  • Girl stabbed in Parnell attack visits her home for the first time since hospitalisation

    Girl stabbed in Parnell attack visits her home for the first time since hospitalisation

    This is her first time home since the Parnell stabbing The young girl stabbed in the 2023 Parnell Square attack has marked a major milestone. Writing on GoFundMe, the girl’s family confirmed she visited her home for the first time since the attack. They said this was their daughter’s first time seeing their new neighbourhood […]

    2 years ago

  • Pierce Brosnan pens moving tribute to wife on special anniversary

    Pierce Brosnan pens moving tribute to wife on special anniversary

    Pierce Brosnan met his current wife in 1994 Pierce Brosnan has penned a heartfelt tribute to his wife Keely on their 23rd anniversary. The couple, who met at a party in Mexico in 1994, are marking quite the milestone this month. Brosnan declared his love for his wife of 23 years in an Instagram post […]

    2 years ago

  • Bride and groom spark controversy with ‘not invited’ cards

    Bride and groom spark controversy with ‘not invited’ cards

    This is one bad move from the bride and groom A soon-to-be bride and groom have sparked controversy online after sending ‘not invited’ cards to some family members. The brazen move was revealed by one of their relatives on Reddit. They explained that their cousin is planning a small garden wedding but it’s a destination […]

    2 years ago

  • Women with serious illnesses will be allowed to defer maternity leave

    Women with serious illnesses will be allowed to defer maternity leave

    Women with serious illnesses can now defer maternity leave in Ireland Cabinet has agreed to allow women with serious illnesses to defer their maternity leave in Ireland. The major step forward has been hailed by the public after it was approved on Wednesday, July 31st. Women in treatment for serious illnesses like cancer will now […]

    2 years ago

  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share rare update on their children

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share rare update on their children

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have two children together Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have kept their children out of the spotlight since they were born. Unlike The Prince and Princess of Wales, Harry and Meghan keep their children away from the public eye. However, this week they gave a brief update on their family […]

    2 years ago

  • Trad-wife behind Ballerina Farm speaks out over backlash

    Trad-wife behind Ballerina Farm speaks out over backlash

    Everyone is talking about Ballerina Farm Everyone is talking about the influencer behind the Ballerina Farm Instagram and TikTok accounts, but who is she? Ballerina Farm is run by former ballet dancer Hannah Neeleman. She documents her and her husband Daniel’s life on their farm in Kamas, Utah. They have millions of supporters, but they’ve […]

    2 years ago

  • Lea Michele reveals she had back-to-back miscarriages before current pregnancy

    Lea Michele reveals she had back-to-back miscarriages before current pregnancy

    Lea Michele is currently expecting her second child Broadway star Lea Michele has opened up about the miscarriage heartache she experienced before her current pregnancy. Michele bravely spoke out about the harrowing losses on Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt’s podcast BDA Baby. She confirmed that she suffered two early pregnancy losses after her son Ever was born. She told […]

    2 years ago

  • Taylor Swift issues statement following ‘horrendous’ Southport attack

    Taylor Swift issues statement following ‘horrendous’ Southport attack

    The victims were attending a Taylor Swift dance class Taylor Swift has issued a statement following the horrendous Southport stabbing on Monday morning. Two children were killed in the attack with six others in critical condition in hospital. Police have confirmed that the children were attending a Taylor Swift dance event before the horrifying attack […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘I skipped my cousin’s wedding because of the child-free rule’

    ‘I skipped my cousin’s wedding because of the child-free rule’

    Is it fair to have a child-free wedding? Planning a wedding seems like a fairytale but can quickly become a nightmare when your family offers their opinions. It’s your special day but some guests just love to have their say and can even try to encourage your decisions. One woman recently admitted she was furious […]

    2 years ago

  • Andrew Porter and wife Elaine share miscarriage heartache

    Andrew Porter and wife Elaine share miscarriage heartache

    Andrew Porter and his wife Elaine sadly lost their baby *Warning* Article mentions baby loss and miscarriage Rugby player Andrew Porter and his wife Elaine have confirmed they sadly suffered a miscarriage. Elaine shared the harrowing personal news on Instagram this week after responding to JD Vance’s controversial comments about women who do not have […]

    2 years ago

  • Woman causes outrage over unique baby name suggestion

    Woman causes outrage over unique baby name suggestion

    This woman picked a pretty odd name for her baby There are some baby names out there that won’t always be everyone’s cup of tea, but one woman has suggested such a unique name that it’s causing a heated debate online. We will seek baby name inspiration from so many things in our lives whether […]

    2 years ago

  • Cliffs of Moher: Search for 12-year-old boy now a ‘recovery operation’

    Cliffs of Moher: Search for 12-year-old boy now a ‘recovery operation’

    The boy has been missing since Tuesday The search for a young boy who went missing at the Cliffs of Moher resumed this morning. The boy, believed to be 12 years old, has been missing since Tuesday, July 26th. His heartbroken family raised the alarm on Tuesday, but the search has now entered its third […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum called out after changing her baby in restaurant- was she wrong?

    Mum called out after changing her baby in restaurant- was she wrong?

    Was this mum in the wrong? Changing your baby’s nappy in public can be quite a stressful ordeal, especially if the baby changing facilities aren’t up to scratch. There’s been many a time when we’ve had no choice but to change our little one in our car or on a park bench because there just […]

    2 years ago

  • Mattel launches the first-ever blind Barbie doll

    Mattel launches the first-ever blind Barbie doll

    Barbie has launched its first-ever blind Barbie doll Barbie is marking an incredibly special milestone this week after launching its first-ever blind Barbie doll. The milestone doll is bound to make major changes for blind people, especially young girls. The company wants to make its dolls more inclusive and represent more parts of society. This […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton’s sweet tradition for Prince George’s 11th birthday

    Kate Middleton’s sweet tradition for Prince George’s 11th birthday

    Kate Middleton celebrated Prince George’s birthday this month Kate Middleton and Prince William marked a big milestone with Prince George this month as he turned 11 years old on July 22nd. It’s been a difficult year for the royals following Kate’s cancer diagnosis but the family gathered to mark his special day over the weekend. […]

    2 years ago

  • Kate Middleton taking break from public engagements to spend summer holidays with her kids

    Kate Middleton taking break from public engagements to spend summer holidays with her kids

    Kate Middleton is still receiving cancer treatment Kate Middleton will reportedly take another step back from public life after making appearances at both Trooping the Colour and Wimbledon. The public was overjoyed to see the mum-of-three return to public duties but Kate stressed that she would only attend a light number of events. This is […]

    2 years ago

  • Fundraiser launched after Irish girl sadly dies in Australia

    Fundraiser launched after Irish girl sadly dies in Australia

    Maisie was living in Syndey, Australia with her family An Irish family in Australia has been left heartbroken following the untimely passing of their daughter Maisie. Maisie Elizabeth Kehoe was having a normal morning at home in Sydney when she suffered a seizure. Her parents, Conor and Danielle rushed her to hospital, but sadly their […]

    2 years ago

  • This gender-neutral baby name is growing in popularity

    This gender-neutral baby name is growing in popularity

    We adore this gender-neutral name Trying to pick a name for your baby, whether they’re a boy or a girl, can be an extremely overwhelming task. There are honestly way too many names out there to choose from, but baby name themes can often help make this difficult decision a lot easier. There is a […]

    2 years ago