“The format of such ceremonies should be adapted” The Archbishop of Dublin has given Communions and Confirmations the go-ahead despite current restrictions. Government and NPHET have both stressed that events like Communions and Confirmations should not be taking place at the moment, especially because of the social aspect involved in both events. However, the Archbishop […]

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“They do not feel confident enough about vaccination” The HSE has stressed that the best way to protect both you and your baby from COVID-19 is to get vaccinated. Pregnant people are being urged to get their vaccine when it is offered to them. The HSE states that you can avail of the vaccine if […]

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“This conversation with my daughter was not a personal awakening.” Matt Damon has come under fire after revealing his daughter encouraged him to stop using a homophobic slur a few months ago. The actor admitted that his daughter was left furious after he used the “f-slur for a homosexual” in a recent joke. He told […]

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“Our new arrival is due soon” Higher Education Minister Simon Harris and his wife Caoimhe are preparing to welcome their second child into the world. The dad shared the joyous news with his Instagram followers this afternoon. Alongside a photo of a baby blanket and a toy rabbit, the dad wrote: “In the West on […]

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“Chan wasn’t available to be with us for the most part.” Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum welcomed their daughter Everly into the world in 2013. Becoming a parent for the first time is quite a momentous feeling, but as new mums know too well, it can also be an extremely overwhelming and anxiety-ridden chapter of […]

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“He targeted children with health issues, children who didn’t have brothers in the school.” A former Belvedere College student has confirmed that Fr Joseph Marmion targetted vulnerable children from poorer backgrounds. The student, who has remained anonymous, revealed to The Independent,  “He targeted children with health issues, children who didn’t have brothers in the school, […]

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24 schools in Galway, Waterford, and more are involved in the two-year project. Minister for Education Norma Foley has launched a new programme to help save smaller schools across Ireland. The aim of the two-year pilot project is to get schools to work in “clusters”. It is understood that a total of 24 schools in […]

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8-year-old Prince George is third in line to the throne. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are concerned about Prince George’s future. The future king may only be 8-years-old, but that hasn’t stopped his parents from worrying about what lies ahead for their little boy. According to a royal source, Prince William and Kate’s worries […]

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“We’re now bringing a beautiful soul into this world.” Love Island star Malin Andersson has revealed she is pregnant in a moving post on Instagram. The mum-to-be said this chapter of her life is one she has always dreamed of. “My next chapter. My new beginning. My happy ending. My entire universe. All mine. I can’t […]

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As much as I loved reuniting with my loved ones, it can all be a little too much. The long weekend is finally here but does anyone else feel like curling up in a ball and hibernating for the weekend? The pressure to be constantly busy, especially as restrictions ease is weighing down on me. […]

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“It’s robbing that man of the opportunity to bond with his child.” New dads don’t get to spend enough time with their newborns. They’re expected to pop back into the office as if this life-altering thing hasn’t turned their entire world upside down. A few days of cuddles, nappy changes, and a lot of tears, […]

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If someone is able to drink a pint in a pub then an expectant-mother’s partner should be able to be by her side in hospital. The HSE is confident that maternity hospitals will be fully compliant with visitor restrictions in the coming week. According to the HSE’s Colm Henry, the HSE is working with the […]

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The new mum shared the sweetest photo of her newborn daughter. Huge congratulations are in order for Aoife Walsh, who has become a mum for the first time. Former Miss Ireland posted the sweetest black and white photo of her cuddling her daughter and her baby girl is as cute as can be. She simply […]

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Words have power and using such dated phrases can tarnish the progress we’ve made when it comes to helping people. We have made huge strides in removing the stigma surrounding mental health issues in Ireland, but there is still so much work to do. Stigma makes people feel isolated, unwanted, and afraid. It prevents people […]

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“I think she’s only worried about the video or herself rather than the child she’s bearing.” Fitness influencer Yanyah Milutinović was accused of attempting to abort her own baby when she shared a fitness video with her Instagram followers. In the video, the expectant-mum was lifting weights. Yanyah was around 8 months pregnant in the […]

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“All I could think about was how would I look after them.” A mum, who gave birth to nine (yes, nine!) babies has opened up about her birth experience and we must admit we’re in awe of her. We will never ever complain about having to change only one child’s nappy again. Halima Cisse welcomed […]

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“Even if you aren’t in the mood because it’s been a long day – it’s just 10 minutes of your life.” Caprice Bourret has caused quite the stir online after claiming that women should “take one for the team” by always having sex with their husbands. She explained that women should always agree to the […]

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“More people are going into intensive care.” A three-week old baby is in intensive care with COVID-19 in Northern Ireland. According to Belfast Live, radio presenter Stephen Nolan asked Health Minister Robin Swann about the baby’s case. However, the minister said he is not allowed to comment on individual cases, but warned that COVID-19 can […]

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We’re already dying to visit. Is anyone else looking at their wardrobe and realising they have no ‘normal’ clothes anymore? It’s loungewear and pyjama central and with restrictions easing we’re in dire need of a wardrobe revamp. Thankfully, TK Maxx is opening a brand new store in Dublin this week and we’re already dying to […]

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“A shining example of what can be achieved to allow families living with disabilities to play.” Every child deserves to feel comfortable, safe and welcome no matter where they go, but especially on the playground. It’s the place where they spend time with their friends, the place where they make memories every summer and the […]

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The young boy’s father lost his grip when his son was on the shopping center escalator. A 2-year-old boy has tragically died in an escalator accident in Colarado. It is understood the young boy fell from a two-story escalator in the Town Center shopping center, Aurora on July 25. The harrowing incident occurred at approximately […]

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“We trusted a named brand and we were wrong.” One mum is opening up about the harrowing loss of her daughter to help raise awareness about harmful baby products. Erika Richter’s daughter Emma died at two weeks old. Her baby girl died when she was in her Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper. Emma is one […]

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A murder investigation has been launched after the tragic death of a child in Belfast. It is believed the child was stabbed at a house in the Brompton Park area of North Belfast on Tuesday night. Police stated that they have made one arrest in relation to the case. The woman remains in police custody. […]

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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher said they rarely wash their kids, but they may be doing the right thing. “I wasn’t that parent that bathed my newborns. Ever,” said Kunis. Kutcher added, “Here’s the thing, if you can see the dirt on them, clean them. Otherwise, there’s no point.” The parents’ confession may surprise you […]

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We hate to say it but back-to-school season is getting closer. Uniforms, copies, highlighters, and lunchboxes are now replacing swimsuits, sunglasses, and paddling pools. Before we know it the school run will be part of our daily routine again. A recent study found that parents are now spending up to €1500 on back-to-school essentials, so […]

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“I knew if I walked away she wouldn’t have made it.” Michelle Heaton’s husband Hugh Hanley has opened up about his wife’s former cocaine addiction. The businessman got honest about the fear of losing his wife and the worry that his children could potentially grow up without a mother. Michelle has just marked 90 days […]

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“Keep being the incredible, empowering, loving mummy that you are.” We could all do with a friend like Stacey Solomon. The soon-to-be mum-of-four sent her best friend the sweetest message after the cleaning guru got honest about motherhood. Sophie, who has over 4 million followers on Instagram, apologised to fans after taking some time away […]

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“Now it’s their turn to be protected.” Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has confirmed that 16 and 17-years-old can now register for their COVID-19 vaccine. “Registration for those age 16 and 17 for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment will start tomorrow, Tuesday.” “It’s important that we continue to get as many of our population vaccinated as […]

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This is the 8th swimming-related death in Ireland over the past week. A 14-year-old has passed away after a swimming accident in Monaghan. It is believed the teenager got into difficulty when he was swimming in Hollywood lake in Monaghan. He was pulled from the lake and airlifted to Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Despite the […]

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These addictive reads are perfect if you’ve got a bookworm in your house. Reading has been our saving grace during the pandemic. Books have kept us company and made those dreary days of lockdown that little bit more entertaining. Luckily enough, teenagers have been reading more than ever during the past few months. Between COVID-19 […]

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Montessori teachers swear by these 9 key phrases in helping our kids develop. We truly don’t know what we would do without our kids’ Montessori teachers. They’ve got enough patience to last a lifetime, they’re kind, encouraging, and make motherhood the tiniest bit easier. They’re helping our children develop and grow and seriously never get […]

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Raine Whispers has made history as their first-ever non-binary character. Disney has created some of the most iconic animated characters of our time. Mickey Mouse, Dumbo, Ursula, Winnie The Pooh, Cinderella, and Nemo are all household names because of the legendary movies that shaped our childhoods. And now Disney is set to introduce another iconic […]

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“She is my hero and she is my angel.” Natasha Core has been remembered as a loving mother and a hero. The mum tragically died trying to save her son in Swan Lake in Cavan last week. She was laid to rest this weekend. During her funeral service, the mum’s loved ones reflected on her […]

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“These measures protect pupils, their parents, and school staff.” Minister for Education Norma Foley has stressed that re-opening schools fully is a top priority for the government. She said the current plan is for schools to open fully in September. Parents have expressed their concerns about the re-opening of schools as cases continue to rise […]

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Is anyone else struggling to sleep at the moment? Getting a full night’s sleep during a heatwave just isn’t happening for us. The temperatures are still in the late teens when we hit the hay and it’s honestly too warm to even go near our duvet. Is anyone else struggling to catch some decent shut-eye […]

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Dealing with body confidence issues is hard enough so let’s abandon the pass remarkable comments. There’s so much to love about this time of year. The late sunsets, the bright blue skies that greet you when you open the blinds in the morning. Eating 99s and BBQ food as often as possible. Visiting your favourite […]

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“She was a wonderful mother, a fantastic mother.” The passing of mum-of-two Natasha Core has completely broken the hearts of her loved ones, locals in Loch Gowna, and people across the country. Tributes have been pouring in since a tragic lake incident claimed the life of the young mum. It is understood that the 29-year-old […]

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The set has been taken down and we’re a tiny bit heartbroken. The Disenchanted cast has bid farewell to Enniskerry this week. Filming on the magical Disney movie officially ended yesterday, Gardaí confirmed. “Last scene shot yesterday in Enniskerry. Farewell to Disney, farewell to lots of Goofy parking, to eating Minnie ice creams & to […]

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“Just let the deer be deer in their home and let the wildlife stay wild.” Families are being warned about feeding the deer in Phoenix Park. Research has found that feeding the deer is actually causing more harm than good. According to UCD student Laura Griffin, the food people are giving them is like “junk […]

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“There is a danger that they will overestimate their ability and underestimate the risks.” A 15-year-old boy has died in a drowning accident in Lough Sheelin. The teenager was recovered from the water yesterday afternoon. Emergency services rushed him to CHI Temple Street. He was in a serious condition when he arrived at the hospital. […]

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It is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of transient synovitis. One mum is raising awareness about this common health issue that caused her daughter to stop walking. Angela Angers is opening up about her daughter’s transient synovitis diagnosis to help other parents notice the signs. One morning Angela’s daughter developed a […]

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The couple could face up to 20 years in prison if found guilty. A couple has been charged with the death of a firefighter after their gender reveal party caused the El Dorado wildfire. They both pleaded not guilty to the charges. They have been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a pyrotechnic device caused the […]

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The father never gave up looking for his beloved son. Parents have finally been reunited with their abducted son after 24 years. Guo Gangtang and his wife never stopped searching for their son, who was abducted when he was playing outside their family home. He was only 2-years-old. “My baby, you came back!” said his […]

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It’s a great day for the Parish! Hollywood just can’t get enough of Ireland at the moment. Between Matt Damon, the Disenchanted cast, and Florence Pugh, the biggest stars are flocking to the Emerald Isle this year. And now actress, model, and businesswoman Emily Ratajkowski has revealed her love for the Rebels. It was revealed […]

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We miss the days when bills and rent were the things only grown-ups had to worry about. Remember those blissful times? One thing we miss most about childhood is just how care-free we felt, however, one 5-year-old is getting a taste of adult life a little earlier than expected. One mum revealed that her 5-year-old […]

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The public is being asked to avoid swimming at both beaches. Jumping into the cool Irish sea has been an absolute blessing during this heatwave. For once, we’re grateful for the chilly sea, but swimmers are now being warned to avoid two Dublin beaches. A Do Not Swim notice has been issued for both south […]

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The royals have shared an adorable birthday portrait of their eldest son. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released a special photo to mark Prince George’s 8th birthday. The parents proudly shared the snap of a beaming Prince George who is sitting on top of a Land Rover. The photo, which was taken by […]

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“Mary really is Benjamin’s best friend. She’s his first best friend.” The pandemic has forced many friendships to drift apart. Millions of friends have been missing out on quality time with their nearest and dearest, but the lockdown has caused one duo to grow closer. 2-year-old Benjamin Olson has befriended his 99-year-old neighbour Mary O’Neill. […]

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He was rushed to A&E and diagnosed with second-degree burns. One mum has issued a warning to other parents after her son suffered an extreme sunburn. Laura Daly explained that her 15-year-old son Rian had applied suncream but entered the sea too soon after application. She told The Independent, “What I feel happened is that it […]

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Warning: Some readers may find details in this article triggering Wouldn’t it be nice if you could eat a croissant for breakfast without it being deemed a big treat? I was out on a walk this morning. The sun was shining and the smell wafting down the road from our local SuperValu was heavenly. Like […]

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