Dr Ruairi Hanley, a member of The Medical Council and a columnist for the Irish Medical Times, has called for anti-vaxxers to have their child benefit cut by 50 percent. In an opinion piece for the Irish Medical times titled ‘Fighting the anti-vaxxers‘, Dr Hanley has slammed thousands of parents  who are refusing to let their daughters […]

10 years ago

A number of heroic motorists saved a toddler and baby from a vehicle overturned in floodwaters after tornadoes hit the US State of Texas on Saturday. Extreme weather conditions in Texas over the weekend, that left four people dead and more than fifty people injured, caused a family SUV to overturn in floodwaters – with a father, […]

10 years ago

A father and son have recreated a sweet baby photograph and the results are… Well, the results are unbearable to be honest. A lot of us have cute baby pictures knocking around of ourselves and our siblings butt naked in the bath. Not a lot of us would want to recreate those pictures as adults. […]

10 years ago

A New Zealand midwife has been censured on the grounds of professional misconduct after confessing to having a sexual relationship and five-month affair with her pregnant patient’s husband. The New Zealand Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal found the midwife, whose name has not been released, guilty of misconduct and malpractice. The disciplinary tribunal heard that the […]

10 years ago

Many types of commonly-prescribed antibiotics have been linked with an increased risk of miscarriage in early pregnancy, according to new research. A new study published in the CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) has found that popular classes of antibiotics, such as macrolides, quinolones, tetracyclines, sulfonamides and metronidazole, increase the risk of miscarriage – in some cases by as much […]

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Choosing your little munchkin’s name that has to be one of the best parts of having a baby… or so we thought once upon a time. Sure, you always thought it would be a way of putting your unique stamp on something you created, like a stamp of approval that reflects your taste, your vision, your hopes for […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 22 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a coconut. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby At 22 weeks, your baby is about the size of a coconut, weighing approximately 430 grams. If you haven’t felt it yet, those little kicks and movements are […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 20 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a bell pepper. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby Your baby is now the size of a bell pepper. Until now your baby has been measured from the crown of the head to the buttocks, but […]

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Welcome to week 19 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a mango. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby Your baby is about 14 cm – that’s around the size of a mango – but he or she is still only about half its weight. A greasy […]

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And it only takes two minutes to enter. Easter is officially over and sadly that means there are no more eggs left to devour and no more chocolate rabbits to nibble on. But it’s not all doom and gloom. If you’ve been having slight withdrawal symptoms, don’t worry, because we have got the perfect giveaway to […]

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Today sees the tenth day of extraordinary chaos, political fallout, and public outcry surrounding the ownership and governance of the new €300 million National Maternity Hospital building. Following the latest resignation of Professor Chris Fitzpatrick, in support of Dr Peter Boylan, we look back at how the crisis has unfolded… Tuesday, April 18th: News breaks that the Sisters of Charity, a religious […]

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Time, not cash, is the most important thing you can spend with your kids. Ireland is rich with spectacular scenery; mysterious woods and captivating castles for fun-filled family days out. AIG have endless inspiration on their site so if you’re looking for something to do with your family today, take the Family Time Quiz and […]

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Getting active – either again or for the first time – with a mini-human in tow can be challenging, especially if your child isn’t walking yet.  The easiest way for a fuss-free workout is to integrate your baby into a gentle workout schedule.   And while it’s oh-so tempting for tired new mums to veg out on front of the TV, getting active with your baby improves your […]

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April is autism awareness month and tomorrow marks Irish Autism Action’s 4th Annual Blue Nose Day. Blue Nose Day provides everyone with an opportunity to help raise awareness and understanding of autism, while also helping to raise funds for the charity. This year, Irish Autism Action are encouraging schools, businesses and communities to have a ‘blue day’ by wearing […]

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Claire McHugh, the CEO of Axonista has risen to the top of the tech startup game, leading a company that makes television and video more interactive and list media giants MTV, ESPN, and QVC among their clients. Claire didn’t follow a traditional path into Silicon Valley, having attended Ballyfermot Art College’s Rock School and studied […]

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Thousands of children in France suffered severe birth defects after their mothers took valproate-based drugs. To date, it appears that up to 400 Irish children have also been affected. Valproate-based drugs, primarily used to treat epilepsy, bipolar disorder and to prevent migraine headaches, were taken by up to 100,000 pregnant women in France between 1967 and […]

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Many parents are at a loss as to how to connect with their teen, but it turns out there is an answer… The answer is telly. Course it is. A survey carried out on behalf of Netflix has revealed that 80 percent of parents watch shows like Arrow, Pretty Little Liars and Stranger Things just to feel closer to their teenager. And […]

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Are you planning a playlist to push to? Sound is one of the earliest forms of communication between mother and baby. According to research by the Marques Institute in Barcelona, a foetus of 16 weeks is already capable of hearing and responding to music. The catch? It has to be emitted from a device placed in their mum’s […]

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We knew they were cute – but that was about the extent of it. When you give birth you suddenly become the Minder-in-chief of a brand new human who you have never met before And while it is no walk in the park, luckily, you would do anything for them. It is really amazing how […]

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Emotional eaters (people who eat when they feel sad or upset or as a result of being in a bad mood) are a common breed of grownup, but why children and adolescents eat emotionally has been less clear. Now, a new study from Norway has found that school-age children whose parents feed them in order to […]

10 years ago

It was a very special weekend for eight LauraLynn families as they attended the screening of their short films at the second annual LauraLynn Oscars Night. Hosted by top Irish tanrepreneur, Marissa Carter, the event at the Odeon cinema featured the screening of eight short films starring the children of LauraLynn and their families. Each […]

10 years ago

Regular bedtimes, mealtimes and limited screen time seem to be linked to better emotional health in three-year-olds, and these structures may also lower the chances of obesity later in life, a new study suggests. Dr Sarah Anderson, whose research focuses on understanding psychological and social influences on children’s growth and childhood obesity prevention, has looked at […]

10 years ago

More and more parents are concerned about their carbon footprint and keeping the world green and clean for their future grownups. Kellie Kearney is a super-busy award winning Irish parenting, lifestyle, and travel blogger at mylittlebabog.com and mama to Kayla (7), Frankie (3), Kadie (1) and Kenzie (9 months). An advocate for green parenting and a cloth nappy enthusiast, HerFamily Caught up with […]

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The Citizens’ Assembly has voted in favour of abortion being legal without restriction up to 12 weeks of pregnancy. In a vote that took place this afternoon, members of the assembly were asked if women in Ireland should be allowed legal access to abortion without restriction. The members were given a variety of different voting […]

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A survey of secondary school students has revealed that the overuse of mobile phones by parents is damaging family life. The research, carried out by Digital Awareness UK and the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference, revealed that 36% of 11 to 18-year-olds had asked their parents to put down their phones. Of those who had asked their parents […]

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Dr Ann Hogan, the new president of the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) says that “fake news” is causing a drop in vaccination rates.  Addressing the medical organisation’s AGM in Galway, Dr Hogan told conference attendees that the fall in HPV immunisation rates among young girls is partly due to social media campaigns that make false claims about […]

10 years ago

Actress Erin Moran, best known for her role as Joanie Cunningham in the 1970s sitcom Happy Days and the subsequent 1980s spin-off series Joanie Loves Chachi, has died at the age of 56. Reports state that emergency services responded to a call at approximately 4PM on Saturday afternoon and found Ms Moran to be unresponsive. […]

10 years ago

Diego Camblor, who is 8-years-old, has been bonding with stray dogs since he was six months old and the images will melt your heart. Diego’s parents, Christi and Moncho, founded the animal rescue organisation Compassion Without Borders, and have been bringing him along with them on rescues since he was a 6-month-old baby. The young boy’s […]

10 years ago

A new app allows parents to keep their children safe by monitoring the images they take and receive on their phones and tablets. The Gallery Guardian app helps parents to prevent their children from sharing and receiving inappropriate or sexual images. Once parents have downloaded the app to their phone and linked it to their child’s device, […]

10 years ago

It’s that time of year again. The First Holy Communion season means that sweet white dresses are selling out all over the country. If you’re looking for some (divine) inspiration before you hit the shops, check out our five favourite communion dresses: This full-length dress (IS17-358) is from Special Day’s Isabella collection, with stockists all over the […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 18 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as an artichoke. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby At around 12cm, it’s about the size of an artichoke. Is it a boy or a girl? If it hasn’t been clear already, an ultrasound at this stage […]

10 years ago

These will make all the difference. When it comes to your daily routine and tasks around the house it’s the little hacks which make things so much easier. There’s a certain feel good factor when you beat the system. Here are some game-changing life hacks for your home, that you will not be able to […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 17 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a pomegranate. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby Your baby is about 11cm – the size of a pomegranate – and weighs about 140 grams. Fat is forming beneath the translucent skin. The umbilical cord is […]

10 years ago

Costa Daurada, Spain’s Golden Coast, runs along the coast of Catalonia from Blanes in Girona to Barcelona and all the way south to Tarragona. Powdery beaches, beautiful mountain scenery and great resorts make it one of the most popular family holiday destinations in Spain.  Where Salou, La Pineda or Cambrils are all home to wonderful family-friendly resorts. Salou […]

10 years ago

Waiting for your wee baba to arrive is one of the most exciting times ever, but it can be a particularly busy time too. There are doctors appointments, baby equipment to ponder, names to pick, a nursery to decorate – the list is endless. In the midst of all this planning and check-listing don’t forget […]

10 years ago

Would you just look at it… We’re absolute magpies here at the Her office. Give us anything glittery, shiny or rose gold and we are pretty much sold. So, naturally enough we were practically swooning over this stunning necklace and earring set from one of our favourite Irish jewellery shops, Chupi. For those of you that […]

10 years ago

And all you have to do is answer one simple question. How does a new buggy sound? If you’re expecting a new arrival, or you just fancy an upgrade then this could be the perfect competition for you. To celebrate the launch of the brand new Quinny Zapp X and the Rachel Zoe Collection on […]

10 years ago

Chupi Sweetman says that she was the kid covered in glitter and glue, making crazy creations out of papier mâché. Her love of making beautiful sparkly jewellery has earned her multi-award winning Chupi brand fans around the globe. Chupi’s delicate gold jewellery is inspired by the beauty of all things natural and wild, and is stocked in leading […]

10 years ago

Once upon a time there was a confirmed townie who took a fierce notion and moved to the countryside. The townie knew nothing about green things, gardening, compost, or growing food, but decided to give it a lash anyway (and force her three children to do so too). This is  what she learned. I cannot stress […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 16 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as an avocado. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby You guys are doing great! Baby is about the size of an avocado — around 10cm —  and now weighs more than the placenta. Those new sucking motions could […]

10 years ago

Daily battles with picky eaters are exhausting and sometimes the grown-ups in the house are just as fussy as the kids. Nobody wants to be the “eat your greens” super villain everyday, and frankly after spending an hour cooking a delicious n’ nutritious I-tried-my-best kind of dinner it’s heartbreaking when your family moan about it. […]

10 years ago

Starting a new career, proposing marriage and deciding to pen a novel are among a list of life-changing decisions that people have made while on holiday, a new study has revealed. Researchers surveyed holiday makers and found getting away from it all eases stress for over half of respondents, leading the average adult to having […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 15 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a grapefruit. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby At week 15, your baby is about the size of a grapefruit, steadily growing and developing. While you might not feel it just yet, your little one is […]

10 years ago

Whether it’s a case of indigestion, battling through the onslaught of an April cold or fixing the scrape that tore open your knee, the fact is an Irish mammy always had the cure. How many of these cures have you absorbed? We guarantee, as parent now, you have attempted to pass on some of these […]

10 years ago

Medical staff treating babies at a hospital in Scotland are using video technology to helping parents stay connected to their babas. The initiative, thought to be the first of its kind in the UK, is being trialled at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow – where around 600 babies are treated in the neonatal unit […]

10 years ago

A 5-year-old boy has tragically died after he sustained head injuries at a popular tourist attraction in the US on Friday. A police spokesperson confirmed that the young boy was critically injured in a freak accident at the ‘Sun Dial’ rotating restaurant at the top of the Westin Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia at around 3:20 […]

10 years ago

Women with some characteristics commonly thought to increase pregnancy risks – being over age 35; being overweight; and in some cases, having a vaginal birth after a caesarean section – tend to have good outcomes when they give birth at home, a new study has found. However, women with some other risk factors, a breech […]

10 years ago

Welcome to week 14 of your pregnancy! This week, your baby is as big as a peach. Here’s what else you can expect this week. Your baby Baby is approximately the size of a lemon and about to begin a period of rapid growth, possibly quadrupling weight over the next month. As the eyes move […]

10 years ago

Cruinniú na Cásca, a Creative Ireland initiative, want you to get together and dance, eat, sing and play (for free) to celebrate Easter Monday. Yippee! Events take place in Dublin City Centre and around the country from 11am-6pm today. All of today’s music, performance and orchestral events are free, but organisers say that some talks, film-screenings, […]

10 years ago

In 2011, recruitment specialist Deirdre O’Neill and her husband Owen left Ireland seeking work in Melbourne, Australia. They now have two children, Harry (4) and Lottie (10 months), and became permanent residents of Oz in 2013. Myself and Owen met in our early thirties. I’m originally from Kilcock in Kildare and he’s from Drumlargan in Meath. […]

10 years ago