This is a bit of an unusual one. A mum has taken to Mumsnet to ask for advice after her son told her that their granny was walking around naked in front of them. The mum explains that her mother-in-law had to mind them while on school holidays, and that is when the incident occured. […]

8 years ago

This will definitely come in handy. It really grinds our gears when someone in need of a seat on public transport is not given one. We’d always give up our seat for an elderly person, and the same should be done for an expectant mother, as you never know the bumps and turns a bus […]

8 years ago

Sometimes, things like this can be straight forward. Other times, they are not. A mum has asked for advice as her and her partner are having a disagreement about getting their child’s hair cut. She wrote: “3 year old girl, I want to get her hair cut shorter because I find it quite messy and […]

8 years ago

It’s different for everyone. Kathryn Thomas welcomed her first baby, a little girl she named Ellie, in March and has now opened up about losing her baby weight. She revealed to Evoke that she was advised not to exercise for 12 weeks after the birth – something we’re sure was difficult for the fitness fanatic. […]

8 years ago

We’ll admit that this is super annoying. But he’s an adult, isn’t he? And he apparently knows what has to be done. A mum has taken to Mumsnet to ask for advice as he husband plans to be hungover on the morning they are flying away on holiday. She explained in the post: “We are […]

8 years ago

Do you change up your child’s eating schedule during summer? For the most part, we have the same routine all year round – with the kids in school, they’re used to eating something in the morning, during lunchtime at school, and then when they come home. And, of course, there are a few snacks thrown […]

8 years ago

You won’t be able to un-see it

8 years ago

Oooh, we don’t think we’d be too happy about this. If you’ve been through those years where it seems like there’s a wedding every weekend, then it can be a bit of a drag to go to them. There’s a lot of fuss – and a lot of money is being spent – for a […]

8 years ago

Sometimes, things come up during the month that we just can’t plan on. You have good intentions, but then the money that goes into your savings account ends up going on an unexpected doctor’s visit, an expensive playdate, a new washing machine because the last one broke… and God knows what else. By the end […]

8 years ago

She gave birth to her daughter Frida this month, and turned 55 a week later. Actress Brigitte Nielsen has opened up about becoming a mum to a newborn in her mid-50s. She told People that it took her more than ten years to conceive after freezing her eggs aged 40. “It is such a long […]

8 years ago

Would you trust your 17-year-old son or daughter? A mum has gone online to ask for advice on leaving her 17-year-old son at home alone while the rest of the family go on a holiday together. The woman said that she trusts her son, but when it comes to looking after himself, she’s not so […]

8 years ago

What would you do in this situation? A mum has taken to Mumsnet after she found out her sister is pregnant. She found a positive pregnancy test in her sister’s clothes, but doesn’t know whether to tell their mother. She wrote: “We were going to go swimming as a family and I didn’t have any […]

8 years ago

It’s a mouthful. And something we would definitely not be arsed writing out on every signature we sign. Princess Eugenie is only three months away from getting married, and we’re sure the wedding planning is in full swing. However, it has now been reported that she will have to change her name once she marries Jack […]

8 years ago

Planning a trip away soon? Whether you flying over to Spain for a few days, or going on a road trip down the country with the family, this handy weekender bag will fit in anything the kids need. While we might be only going away for three days, we have packed about ten outfits, seven […]

8 years ago

Tequilaaaaa! Great news people – tequila can apparently help you lose weight so we’re all going for drinks tonight (not really, we’d be dead to the world for the rest of the week). However, new research has found that the agave spirit can aid in weight loss, so we definitely know what we’re ordering next […]

8 years ago

We all dread it. You wake up one morning with smooth skin… and then you wake up the next and notice a small wrinkle on your forehead… and then some crows feet… and well, it’s all down from there, right? There’s absolutely nothing that can stop you aging, however scientists believe they have found a […]

8 years ago

Well… Between taking care of the kids, working, and doing general housework, it’s safe to say we all deserve an evening out with friends every now and again. A trip to the cinema to see the latest rom-com or a night on the tiles is just what’s needed when you’re running around 24/7. However, this […]

8 years ago

Would you be comfortable with it? A mum has asked for advice on leaving her baby outside in its pram to sleep. She writes that it’s only because he sleeps well while outside and her mother always does the same when she comes to visit. She wrote: “Always in the shade and I check him […]

8 years ago

It’s such a unique name. Aoibhín Garrihy and her husband John Burke welcomed their first child, a baby girl at the end of June and have since been sharing beautiful pictures of their little one. The couple kept her name a secret for a while until proud father John shared another sweet post, revealing that […]

8 years ago

A woman from Germany has uploaded a video of her giving birth on YouTube. The reason behind showing the whole world her unassisted birth is that she wants other people to know what it’s like. She said that centuries ago, children used to watch mothers giving birth so they would be familiar with the process, […]

8 years ago

Mental health cannot be a taboo subject. So many people suffer with it during their lives, and so we should be able to talk to our kids about how to handle it themselves, as well as how to react to friends and family who suffer from mental health issues too. A recent survey found that […]

8 years ago

Nah, we’ll pass on this one. Listen, we’ve dealt with all the notions under the sun. There was the Nike fanny pack slides, colour-changing gin.. there’s even been millennial pink lettuce. And even though this isn’t extremely out of the box, we’re still not sure about it tasting great. Avocado toast chocolate is now a […]

8 years ago

We’ve never seen a baby like her! It’s normal that most children come out with barely any hair at all. Some can take up to a year to grow even the tiniest bit. However, this baby is very different. Baby Chanco has racked up 72,000 Instagram followers simply because she has an overflowing mane of […]

8 years ago

Have you got the balance right yet? It’s not the easiest task in the world trying to juggle being a mother, working, doing housework, and then trying to fit some exercise in. That’s this mum’s struggle, and so she’s taken to an online forum to ask other mums how they fit it all in. She […]

8 years ago

It looks like we’re in for another hot day. Temperatures shot up again at the end of last week, and now Met Éireann has confirmed that it’s about to get hotter. According to the weather forecaster: “Brightening up in the northwest and west during the afternoon with somewhat fresher conditions developing here. Remaining rather warm […]

8 years ago

It can happen… A woman has taken to an online forum to ask if she’s being unreasonable to NOT be worried about her husband. In the post, she explains that he’s over 40, rarely goes out drinking and thinks he may just be asleep on a couch somewhere. She wrote: “He’s just got pissed and […]

8 years ago

We’re not sure about this one. On one hand, when you’re child gets used to something, it can be hard for them to break that habit. But, it’s also good to break a habit if it’s unhealthy or simply not needed. That’s this mum’s problem. Since her child was born, either she or her husband […]

8 years ago

It looks like Harry and Meghan might be moving soon. The newlyweds are currently living in Nottingham Cottage which is close to where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge live, along with their three children. According to The Mirror, Meghan and Harry have been in to view the property and have absolutely fallen in love […]

8 years ago

It comes as his new romance is heating up

8 years ago

He’s the cutest little thing. Prince George has been getting quite the reputation for being a cheeky little monkey over the past year or so, and we absolutely love when he’s that little bit more mischievous at royal occasions. George celebrated his 5th birthday this weekend, and to celebrate Kensington Palace released a new official […]

8 years ago

What would your advice be to this mum? Every first time parent needs a little help and guidance. It’s a totally new world and you only want to give your child the best – so it’s understandable that a lot of us over-think certain things. This mum’s problem is weaning her 8-month-old child. She took […]

8 years ago

Gardaí are currently investigating the incident. It has been reported that two men approached children playing in a playground yesterday in Swords. According to local reports, the kids were playing in the Applewood area, when two men came up to them in a silver car and asked if their dad was around. They then asked […]

8 years ago

Well, this is quite worrying. Thousands of cars by Ford and Dacia cars have been recalled in Ireland due to safety risks. Dacia is recalling its cars as there could be a possibility of a potentially dangerous fuel leak. A spokesperson for the company said: “A voluntary recall is being carried out on certain Dacia […]

8 years ago

Absolutely stunning. Vogue Williams is gearing up for her first child, and has been relaxing in the interim. The TV star has been sharing pictures while on holiday this week, and it looks like she’s having a great ‘ol time altogether. She’s been posting bikini pics all week long, looking beautiful with her blossoming baby […]

8 years ago

The sun is coming back. Not the the sun ever really went away, but it got a bit milder over the past week or so. However, apparently the heatwave is back and tbh, we’re delighted. It won’t be as warm as it was at the beginning of the month, but temperatures are going to reach […]

8 years ago

Meghan Markle can be hit or miss. While she always looks demure and classy, she lacks that little bit of *~extra~* that we all love. Sometimes she steps away from the admittedly boring outfits – just look at what she wore to Wimbledon, but then another royal visit rolls around and she back in the […]

8 years ago

She absolutely killed the style game when she was in Dublin. Since Meghan officially became a royal, her style has become quite conservative (obviously). For the first few weeks she stuck to neutral colours, not stepping outside of the pale pinks and creams box. That turned around when she came to our fair city, donning […]

8 years ago

Very unexpected

8 years ago

You always have to look at both sides. A mum has gone online to ask fellow mothers their thoughts on an upcoming christening. She said: “Had a shit few weeks and the thought of going to Christening where DH was Godfather was really keeping me going. “Total disclosure the parents are not my friends I […]

8 years ago

Fancy going to a royal wedding? If you’re totally wrapped up in the royals and missed out on Harry and Meghan’s wedding in May, fear not, because you could well be invited to attend another royal wedding. Soon after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they were tying the knot, Harry’s cousin Eugenie followed […]

8 years ago

If you’re looking for a bit of fun for all the family, then this is for you. The Stena Line Dublin Horse Show 2018 is coming soon, and it has some brilliant activities for kids of all ages. The ever-popular Keeling’s Kids Zone is back from 11am-4.30pm Thursday 9 August to Sunday 12 August, and is […]

8 years ago

What would you do in this situation? It’s safe to say a lot of people took part in a sweepstake for the World Cup. It only ended over the weekend, with France proving victorious. However, now a mum has asked on an online forum about splitting the winnings between her family. Her daughter won the […]

8 years ago

What is your stance on this? A woman has taken to Mumsnet to argue her point about being topless while lying beside a kids pool. She wrote: “On holiday at an all inclusive hotel with kids club etc. Got some tan lines from my bikini so this afternoon took the bikini top off to try […]

8 years ago

Well, this is pretty interesting. When our children are still babies, we often wonder what the future will hold for them. What job will they have? What will they look like? What will their interests be? A new study has revealed that a baby’s cry could predict what they might sound like when they’re adults. […]

8 years ago

Work it, mama! A model has strutted down the runway at the Sports Illustrated swimsuit show while breastfeeding her daughter, and if that’s not impressive we don’t know what is. Mara Martin took part in the runway on Sunday night in Miami for the 2018 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit show, carrying her 5-month-old daughter in tow. Speaking […]

8 years ago

The weather is weird, guys. The sun is no longer splitting the stones, but it’s still warm out, it’s raining and we can’t help but feel all muggy and sweaty. It’s all just a bit…bleh. It took us a while to nail the it’s-30-degrees-and-I-still-have-to-run-after-kids-look when the sun first arrived in June. We finally nailed that […]

8 years ago

Did you have your heart set on your child’s name? Many mums-to-be will have their minds made up on their child’s name months before it comes out of their womb. Others will have no clue what to call their child and will be indecisive until the very last second. Both ways are completely normal. However, […]

8 years ago

What an absolute DOTE! Last night Kensington Palace delighted us all with the official photos of Prince Louis’s christening. They were absolutely gorgeous and the whole family seemed to be really enjoying the big occassion. However, now the palace has released more photos of the special day. Prince Louis is smiling in one of them, […]

8 years ago

Would you be for or against this? It has been reported that Dublin City Council is considering allowing log cabin to be built in back gardens in order to help with the renting crisis. According to 98fm, reports suggest that the council would turn a ‘blind eye’ to planning regulations, and once neighbours give the […]

8 years ago

We love this. It’s Monday, the weekend wasn’t great for weather (although for once we actually wanted the rain), and we’re all back to work and feeling sorry for ourselves. Take one look at Penneys’ new Snow White makeup bag and the picture is ALL of us right now. See? Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, […]

8 years ago