When you’re pregnant it’s recommended that you slow down In fact, the HSE states that you shouldn’t be working more than 40 hours a week. So most people would be on board if their other half told them it was time to ease their work schedule when expecting. Yet one husband is having the exact […]

2 years ago

As parents we can feel guilty when our kids run around barefoot Let’s be real for a second, it can be incredibly difficult to get shoes on your children let alone have them keep them on. Yet don’t feel bad about the days you just can’t get your little ones to sit still long enough […]

2 years ago

The Government has been warned of a “high” risk of a measles outbreak in Ireland Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly is expected to brief the Cabinet today that a significant increase in measles cases was notified in Europe this winter. On top of this, there is a falling rate of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine […]

2 years ago

Stanley Cups are literally everywhere right now You can’t escape their giant metallic form as you walk down the street but most of the time you see them in the hands of adults. Which, due to their sheer size and capacity, just makes sense. Yet now even toddlers can hop in and grab their own […]

2 years ago

It can be hard to get an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis for multiple reasons From waiting lists and gender bias or even self-doubt about symptoms. According to one American woman, Kelly Baum, who didn’t get diagnosed with the neuro-divergent condition until she was 30, there are some signs people might not even be […]

2 years ago

Grandkids are surprising their grandparents with the most wholesome new trend While the internet and social media can feel like a wormhole of bad news, sometimes it can remind us that there is still good in the world. That’s exactly what this new TikTok trend is doing and be warned; you might want to grab […]

2 years ago

Have you heard of sittervising? It’s the latest parenting technique that has been showing up on our For You Pages but what exactly is it? Coined by Susan Allison, M. Ed, founder of the Busy Toddler Instagram account, “sittervising” is supportive of children and parents.  What is sittervising? Sittervising is supervising your kids from a seated position. Instead of […]

2 years ago

As if there’s not already so many changes when pregnant Bleeding gums is just another thing to add onto what feels like a never ending list of symptoms and ailments that come with expecting. If you start to see blood on your toothbrush, there’s no need to worry, it happens to a lot of pregnant […]

2 years ago

If you ever needed an excuse for a holiday, science is on your side Though it can be stressful trying to get your kids on a plane or load up the car, nothing beats the feeling when you arrive at your destination. Whether you’re planning to take your kids on a holiday overseas or on […]

2 years ago

Imagine walking in the door after work and having dinner sitting there For most people, this sounds like a dream but one woman isn’t a fan of the arrangement her husband came up with. Taking Reddit to vent her frustration with her other half, the mystery woman did admit that it might sound “crazy” that […]

2 years ago

Scientists have uncovered the reason why mums leak when they hear babies cry It doesn’t even have to be their own child, as soon as a little one starts sobbing some mothers begin to lactate seemingly out of nowhere. Now researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine looked at the brain circuits of a dozen […]

2 years ago

Joe Wicks and wife Rosie are set to become parents again! The couple announced the news on Instagram in an adorable snap of Joe with his wife and daughter Leni. Rose looked absolutely radiant, showing off her growing baby bump in a brown unitard. The 36-year-old captioned the post, “Baby number 4 incoming,” while also […]

2 years ago

How can you keep your toddler and baby occupied at the same time? It can be impossible to divide your attention between your children let alone keep them both entertained. Most of the time babies and toddlers don’t even share similar interests but it’s not like you can photocopy yourself to do two separate things. […]

2 years ago

Michael Phelps is a dad again! The most decorated Olympian in history welcomed his fourth child into the world. Michael and his wife Nicole Johnson announced the arrival of their baby boy Nico Michael Phelps in an adorable Instagram post on Monday. In the snap, a shirtless Michael stands proudly beside Nicole, as he holds […]

2 years ago

Ironing is probably the worst part of the laundry routine Half the time it feels like you’re just putting more creases into whatever you’re trying to get smooth and wrinkle-free. Thankfully, the internet and its many genius mums have come in clutch once again with a method that could put a stop to ironing altogether. […]

2 years ago

Being an adult is hard but this nursery schedule is a close second One Australian mum discovered just how hard her child was working when she went to a meeting to discuss why her daughter wasn’t “doing well”. When the mother dropped her child off and asked a member of staff for an update about how […]

2 years ago

Kourtney Kardashian has found herself in hot water The reality star was accused of forgetting about her other kids as she branded herself and her husband Travis Barker “Rocky’s parents” in a social media post. In the Instagram post, Kourtney shared a number of pictures of herself and Travis getting ready for the Emmys. Fans […]

2 years ago

An Australian psychologist has warned parents to note if their children act “mature for their age”. Though it can seem like a wonderful trait for your child to have, in some circumstances, it could be a warning sign of something more. Psychologist Briony Leo warned that if your child seems more mature for their age, […]

2 years ago

Stefanie Preissner has become a mum for the second time The writer, actor, and director confirmed the arrival of her secondborn on her Instagram. In the post, Stefanie revealed that she and her husband Noel Byrne had welcomed a baby boy into the world. Sharing some adorable snaps of her latest addition, the mum of […]

2 years ago

When you’re expecting, you might experience morning sickness The sickness can be bad – like the feeling of not being able to do anything bad – but even when it’s mild, that nauseous feeling just is not fun. Though a lot of the time it sticks around for the first 12 weeks, there’s a chance […]

2 years ago

Molly-Mae Hague has a unique parenting technique for 11-month-old Bambi In her latest video posted on her YouTube channel, the former Love Island star spoke about all things parenting and celebrating her daughter’s upcoming first birthday. While speaking Molly-Mae started to hear little Bambi cry on the baby monitor before she reassured fans, “She’s OK, […]

2 years ago

Barbie was the flick of the summer but Ryan Gosling isn’t ready to show his daughters The actor revealed he has his reasons for hiding his blonde, tanned character from his children despite them helping him prep for the role. “I don’t know if you should watch your father as Ken,” Ryan told E! News […]

2 years ago

You may have heard of the fourth trimester on social media Firstly, it doesn’t work out mathematically and secondly is it actually a real thing or just something doing the rounds on TikTok? Not everyone has heard of it, but every parent and their newborn baby will experience it in some capacity or another. What […]

2 years ago

Stretch marks; they’re just part and parcel of growing a tiny human Though it may be tough to make peace with them on top of all the other changes your body goes through, they’re extremely common, up to 90% of women experience them during pregnancy. Yet you may have questions about what they are, what causes […]

2 years ago

Picking a baby name is arguably one of the most exciting parts of becoming a parent So when someone else, even if they’re family, tries to take over it can be upsetting. For one woman expecting her first baby, her parents have decided they should take over naming the little one before they even arrive […]

2 years ago

Let’s get real for a second, sibling rivalry can be a pain to deal with Sometimes it can feel like you’re acting more as a referee between your children than a parent – you just need the whistle and a red card! The perpetual bickering, jealousy and competition can be exhausting to parents. It often […]

2 years ago

Babysitting is a big commitment, even when it’s for your grandchildren You can love them so so much but you still need to take time for yourself to relax and unwind. So when you plan to do absolutely nothing and someone else decides to try and change that it can be super annoying. Well for […]

2 years ago

Baby sensory videos are super popular right now Whether you’ve seen them randomly pop up on your social media or you’re used to flicking one on to calm your little one, they’re everywhere. Yet it may have crossed your mind as to whether or not watching these brightly coloured videos is actually good for your […]

2 years ago

There’s loads to do before baby arrives, expressing breast milk might be the last thing on your mind Yet, even when you’re still getting organised you can begin lactating and it is recommended that you collect this first breast milk or colostrum. So, why is it so important and what makes colostrum so special when […]

2 years ago

Toasters are probably the second most common item in kitchens Whether you find yourself staring mindlessly at yours as you eat your breakfast or you have it tucked away in a press, you would think there’s nothing surprising about them. Yet some people are just realising that their favourite breakfast-making tool is holding a secret […]

2 years ago

Sinead Kennedy has paid an emotional tribute to her newborn Though the RTÉ star opted not to show her latest edition’s face, she did share a snap of his tiny hand on top of a blanket with his name, Theo, embroidered on it. Sinead seemed to be feeling reflective as she looked back on her […]

2 years ago

Barry Keoghan only took one day off filming when his baby was born The Irish man taking Hollywood by storm became a father to 17-month-old Brando while in the middle of shooting Saltburn. Speaking to GQ about the experience Barry said, “They gave me a day off. Day off, and straight on to night shoots and night […]

2 years ago

When should you load up the car and head to the hospital? That’s the question many expecting mothers have and everyone’s answer seems to differ. “Oh I didn’t go until five hours after my water broke,” says one mum while another tells of how she ran as soon as it happened. It can all get […]

2 years ago

A cleaning expert has warned of the dangers of pink ‘mould’ in bathrooms Kacie Stephens, founder of The Big Clean Co cleaning company, took to social media to explain that the slimy pink mildew is not mould but a potentially harmful bacteria.  Posting on TikTok, in the video Kacie can be heard saying: “This pink mould? It’s […]

2 years ago

It’s 2024 and with that comes new beginnings – and lots of due dates for celebs! Some big names in the world of glitz and glamour are expecting babies this year and no doubt they spent the Christmas period preparing nurseries. Whether they’re becoming first-time parents like Olly Murs and his wife Amelia Tank, or […]

2 years ago

Most people know what godparents are but what are guide parents? You may have heard it once before in passing and just thought your ears were deceiving you but they are a real thing. As the world becomes more secular, not all parents are going for the traditional Christenings that used to be the go-to […]

2 years ago

Princess Andre is making career moves at just 16 years of age The daughter of Katie Price and her ex-husband, Peter Andre, has wracked up a staggering 700,000 followers on her TikTok account. On top of this, she has received over 6.6 million likes on her videos, more likes than there are people living in […]

2 years ago

You may have heard of mother’s wrist in passing It could have caught your attention for a brief moment but you just shrugged it off and continued about your day. Yet now that you’re getting aches and pains in your wrists and thumbs after welcoming your baby you’re starting to wonder what it is exactly. […]

2 years ago

As any mother says, time sure does fly Anna Geary seems to be feeling it as she can’t believe that her baby boy, Ronan, is already five months old. It’s almost as if as soon as you have a baby time just gets its skates on and decides to speed up. Posting a series of […]

2 years ago

People are slamming this dad for his actions It all started when one Reddit user shared a picture of what they thought was a sweet moment as a father cradled his sleeping daughter’s head on a flight. The account, therra123, posted the snap with the caption, “This man kept his hand in this position for 45 […]

2 years ago

Tom Hanks is spending Christmas with his family The Forest Gump star and his son Chester ‘Chet’ Hanks spent time together and even managed to get a picture to remember the moment with. Chet shared the snap with Tom on his Instagram, the two looking cosy as they wrapped up in puffy coats and hats […]

2 years ago

Is Ant McPartlin set to become a dad in 2024? It seems like it after his wife Anne-Marie Corbett was spotted sporting what looked like a baby bump at the airport in photos obtained by MailOnline. The former personal assistant was seen as she arrived at Heathrow Airport yesterday on the way to a New Year break […]

2 years ago

Christmas came early for Jools Oliver The wife of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver no doubt was bursting with pride when she received a sweet message from her daughter Poppy. Poppy, who graduated college earlier this year, won’t be spending Christmas at home with her family but that doesn’t mean she’s not thinking of them. It […]

2 years ago

Paris Fury is cutting it down to the wire with her Christmas prep The mother of seven has been out on three huge shopping trips this week but with such a huge family it just doesn’t seem to be enough. Yet Paris has been open about her struggles to get things organised with her Instagram […]

2 years ago

How do you start the conversation about periods? Do you remember how your parents told you that girls will bleed monthly for years? When you put it like that it sounds a lot scarier than what it really is. So how can you approach the subject of menstruation in a way that’s both informative and […]

2 years ago

If you’re trying to have a baby, no doubt you’re familiar with at-home pregnancy tests Usually, they’re pretty accurate but in one unusual circumstance you may get a negative and still be pregnant – when you’re having twins. Yet the question remains, how does this happen? Why can twins cause a false negative? It’s because multiple […]

2 years ago

Bradley Cooper takes his dad role very seriously After receiving a call from his daughter Lea’s school nurse, he jumped into action, leaving a press conference for his latest film, Maestro. The actor, who has joint custody of Lea with ex Irina Shayk, was 20 minutes into a press conference to promote the project when he looked […]

2 years ago

Serena Williams is doing her part to help The tennis superstar revealed she donated her leftover breast milk to people who are unable to feed their babies. Serena, who is the mother of two daughters Olympia and Adira River, shared the process with her followers on Instagram. Posting a video of her opening a freezer […]

2 years ago

Exam season is upon us and it’s stressful Though we parents might not be the ones taking the tests, if you have a nervous child it can feel like you can’t help them. Even when you have the best intentions, sometimes things you say can get lost in translation and end in an argument. That’s […]

2 years ago

Gordon Ramsay is just a doting dad underneath it all The celebrity chef is known for being outspoken, dropping more than a few swear words in every show he appears in but when it comes to his kids he’s just a softie. Now that he’s back home for Christmas it seems that he’s more than […]

2 years ago