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  • Petting zoo causes major Cryptosporidium outbreak

    Petting zoo causes major Cryptosporidium outbreak

    Multiple children in England contracted a bug after the petting zoo trip A warning has been issued to parents after multiple children fell ill after visiting a petting zoo in Worcestershire. As fun as it is for children, visiting this petting zoo resulted in an illness outbreak. Gannow Farm in Worcestershire believes it is the […]

    2 years ago

  • This beautiful Irish girl name deserves more appreciation

    This beautiful Irish girl name deserves more appreciation

    A charming name that’s perfect for your baby girl If you’re expecting a baby girl sometime soon, then you’ll know there are nearly too many girls names to choose from. There is a never-ending list of names we love when it comes to baby girls. The list on my phone is constantly being updated with […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Was I wrong to ban my sister’s ‘loud toddler’ from my wedding?’

    ‘Was I wrong to ban my sister’s ‘loud toddler’ from my wedding?’

    Was she wrong for uninviting her sister’s toddler from the wedding? Deciding who to invite to your wedding is never an easy task. You don’t want to upset people but you also can’t invite everyone you know either. One bride ran into quite a tricky situation when she told her sister not to bring her […]

    2 years ago

  • Parents express their concerns after school puts lockable gates on toilets

    Parents express their concerns after school puts lockable gates on toilets

    A school in England has come under fire after putting lockable gates on the toilets. Parents are understandably furious over the supposed safety measure. They claim it is stripping pupils of their human rights. Hundred of Hoo Academy, Kent installed the lockable gates to prevent pupils from using the toilets during class. However, parents are […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘My husband’s family have started criticising how I dress my baby’

    ‘My husband’s family have started criticising how I dress my baby’

    Her husband’s family has been pretty rude about her parenting decisions. One mum has been left feeling conflicted after her husband’s family told her how to dress their baby. She explained that her infant wears quite girly clothes, but the mum likes them and thinks her little girl looks sweet. However, her in-laws are less […]

    2 years ago

  • Young girl rescued off the coast of Dún Laoghaire during Storm Kathleen

    Young girl rescued off the coast of Dún Laoghaire during Storm Kathleen

    She was swept out to sea during Storm Kathleen A young girl has been rescued off the coast of Dún Laoghaire during Storm Kathleen. It is believed the child, aged between six and seven, got into difficulty in Dún Laoghaire during the storm. According to reports, the girl was rescued from the sea off the […]

    2 years ago

  • The most popular Irish name for baby boys has been revealed

    The most popular Irish name for baby boys has been revealed

    This is a traditional Irish choice if you’re expecting a son If you’re expecting a baby in the coming months then there’s no doubt you’re looking for the perfect name for your newborn. With so many options out there it can be hard to whittle down your list of favourites. There are so many Irish […]

    2 years ago

  • Ruby Franke’s husband said she had ‘disturbing cult-like behaviour’

    Ruby Franke’s husband said she had ‘disturbing cult-like behaviour’

    Ruby Franke was found guilty of aggravated child abuse The husband of disgraced YouTube star Ruby Franke has spoken out after her arrest and prison sentence. The dad has confirmed that they were not together at the time of the mum’s arrest. He stressed that he was not living with Ruby Franke and was unaware […]

    2 years ago

  • 75 soft is the lifestyle trend mums are raving about

    75 soft is the lifestyle trend mums are raving about

    The 75 soft trend is actually pretty doable As parents, we’re often stuck for time when it comes to our day-to-day lives. Every minute is taken up with school runs, football matches, making dinners, ironing uniforms, and reading bedtime stories. They say when you become a parent you start living for your kids and it […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum slated for charging her daughter’s friends to attend her birthday party

    Mum slated for charging her daughter’s friends to attend her birthday party

    A mum has been called out after charging her daughter’s friends to attend her birthday party. The mum admitted she asked each child’s parents to contribute to the party because it was costing her over €500. She explained to a Facebook group that she was spending a fortune to host her child’s party at a […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum’s outrage after discovering €1200 nursery lets son watch TV

    Mum’s outrage after discovering €1200 nursery lets son watch TV

    How would you feel if this was your child? Childcare is supposed to give us some sort of balance in life. If it wasn’t for nurseries and creches we’d struggle to work, take care of our own needs, go to medical appointments, do the housework, and everything in between. It gives us the time to […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘My mother-in-law threw her own baby shower and I’m furious’

    ‘My mother-in-law threw her own baby shower and I’m furious’

    This grandmother hosted her own baby shower Becoming a mum for the first time means you’ll embrace a lot of new traditions, including having a baby shower. The popular trend may be new enough to Ireland, but it’s a lovely way to mark a new chapter of your life. A baby shower is typically thrown […]

    2 years ago

  • Toddler terrified after a plane passenger screamed in his face for crying

    Toddler terrified after a plane passenger screamed in his face for crying

    “A man in his 60s or 70s in the seat in front screamed in his face ‘shut up’ at the top of his voice” A toddler was left terrified after a passenger screamed in their face during a flight. Flying can be a pretty daunting experience, especially for young children, so it’s only natural for […]

    2 years ago

  • News of Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis was leaked before announcement

    News of Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis was leaked before announcement

    Princess Kate confirmed the harrowing news in March Princess Kate was reportedly forced to share her cancer diagnosis after the information was leaked to the British media. An insider confirmed to MailOnline that information about Kate’s diagnosis was leaked, but it is not clear who released the information. The publication shared: “Whatever the reason, the […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘My daughter’s nursery can’t help her and I feel so guilty’

    ‘My daughter’s nursery can’t help her and I feel so guilty’

    Finding the right nursery for your child is never easy One mum has opened up about a difficult situation she is facing with her daughter’s nursery. We all know that finding the right nursery for our children can be incredibly tricky, but once you find the right place then you feel a major weight lifted […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum rejects the ‘worst’ baby name ever but her husband thinks it’s unique

    Mum rejects the ‘worst’ baby name ever but her husband thinks it’s unique

    Is this baby name really that bad? A mum has rejected the ‘worst’ baby name that her husband suggested, but is it really that bad? The mum opened up about the difficulty of finding a name both you and your partner love. She explained to Reddit that she’s pregnant with their first child, but things […]

    2 years ago

  • Pregnant woman sadly dies in road accident over Easter weekend

    Pregnant woman sadly dies in road accident over Easter weekend

    One of the victims of the Kilsheelan accident was pregnant Three people were killed on Irish roads over the Easter weekend, including one pregnant woman. The victim has been named as 37-year-old, Claire Kavanagh. The mum-of-one was expecting another child at the time of the accident. According to reports, the mum was three months pregnant. […]

    2 years ago

  • Remains found of French toddler who went missing last July

    Remains found of French toddler who went missing last July

    Emile went missing near his grandparent’s house last summer Remains of missing French toddler Emile have reportedly been found. According to local reports, the toddler’s remains were discovered on Saturday, March 30th. A walker discovered his body near Vernet in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. The discovery comes months after Emile went missing near his grandparent’s house. He […]

    2 years ago

  • Rachel Gorry pens moving tribute to late husband Daniel on his anniversary

    Rachel Gorry pens moving tribute to late husband Daniel on his anniversary

    Rachel Gorry lost her beloved husband Daniel in 2020 Influencer, Rachel Gorry has penned a heartbreaking tribute to her husband on his fourth anniversary. Rachel’s husband Daniel sadly died from oesophageal cancer in 2020. He was just 29 years old. Alongside a montage of memories together, Rachel said April 1st was the worst day of […]

    2 years ago

  • Major change to Parent Leave Benefit to be introduced in August

    Major change to Parent Leave Benefit to be introduced in August

    Parent Leave Benefit will be extended in August New parents in Ireland are welcoming a major change to the Parent Leave Benefit scheme. The scheme allows new parents to take seven weeks’ leave after they’ve welcomed a new baby. However, the scheme is set to be extended to nine weeks this year. The major change […]

    2 years ago

  • Parents urged not to give their children marshmallows due to choking risk

    Parents urged not to give their children marshmallows due to choking risk

    Marshmallows are a “big no-no” for children under the age of 5 A warning has been issued to parents about a popular sweet treat after a paramedic revealed how dangerous they actually are. Marshmallows may seem like a safe bet because they’re soft, but they’re not actually safe for children under the age of 5. […]

    2 years ago

  • Saoírse Ruane’s mum shares update following her daughter’s passing

    Saoírse Ruane’s mum shares update following her daughter’s passing

    Saoírse Ruane sadly passed away this month The passing of beloved Toy Show star, Saoírse Ruane, completely broke the hearts of the nation. The young girl quickly became a national treasure after her appearance on the Toy Show and losing her is something the entire country felt. Saoírse’s mum recently opened up about the harrowing […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum and children killed in Mayo accident have been named

    Mum and children killed in Mayo accident have been named

    They tragically passed away following a road accident in Mayo The victims of a Mayo road accident have been named. A mother and her two children sadly passed away following the accident in Castlegar near Claremorris in Co. Mayo. The victims have been named as 47-year-old Una Bowden. Her daughters, Ciara (14) and Saoirse (9) […]

    2 years ago

  • ‘Beautiful guardian angel’ — Mum-of-two tragically killed in Galway road accident

    ‘Beautiful guardian angel’ — Mum-of-two tragically killed in Galway road accident

    The mum sadly passed away following a road accident in Galway The woman killed in a Galway road accident has been named as Irene Lynch. Irene tragically passed away following a single-vehicle road traffic collision in Galway city. The accident occurred on the morning of Friday, March 15th. According to Gardaí, the car collided with […]

    2 years ago

  • Princess of Wales waited to announce cancer diagnosis to protect her children

    Princess of Wales waited to announce cancer diagnosis to protect her children

    Kate Middleton confirmed the heartbreaking news last week Kate Middleton decided to share her cancer diagnosis with the world weeks ago but delayed the announcement for her children’s sake. The mum-of-three wanted her children with her when the news was revealed to the public. They were aware of their mum’s illness, but The Sun’s Victoria […]

    2 years ago

  • Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance applications open soon

    Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance applications open soon

    Applications for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance will open this summer Parents have been advised to sign up for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance as applications are set to open this summer. Families are given funds through the scheme to help with back-to-school costs. Many parents know just how […]

    2 years ago

  • Ruby Franke kept records of her child abuse in journals

    Ruby Franke kept records of her child abuse in journals

    Ruby Franke was found guilty of child abuse this month Last month, disgraced YouTuber Ruby Franke was found guilty of abusing her children. Following her trial, Franke was given a maximum sentence and will likely spend up to 30 years in prison. The mum was sentenced to four prison terms of one and 15 years […]

    2 years ago

  • Parents spark debate after saying children should be toilet trained before starting school

    Parents spark debate after saying children should be toilet trained before starting school

    90% of parents agreed that children should be toilet trained before they start school Parents have sparked a debate online after calling for children to be toilet trained before they start school. They believe no child should attend school until they’re fully toilet trained. Parents believe it is unfair to send their children to school […]

    2 years ago

  • This beautiful Irish girl name is rising in popularity

    This beautiful Irish girl name is rising in popularity

    This Irish name is beyond beautiful Irish baby names have proven popular at home and all around the world. The stunning monikers often feature on baby name lists and it comes as no surprise. Names like Saoirse, Finn, Niamh, Éabha, and Tadhg never fail to impress but there’s one Irish baby name standing out from […]

    2 years ago

  • It’s a boy! Cameron Diaz welcomes her second child and his name is so unique

    It’s a boy! Cameron Diaz welcomes her second child and his name is so unique

    Cameron Diaz is now a mum-of-two Actress, Cameron Diaz has welcomed her second child into the world. The Holiday actress announced the news on Instagram over the weekend and we couldn’t be happier for her. Cameron confirmed that they welcomed a baby boy into their family and his name is so unique. “We are blessed […]

    2 years ago

  • Paramedic warns parents against giving their children Mini Eggs

    Paramedic warns parents against giving their children Mini Eggs

    This popular Easter treat is a big no-no for toddlers. Easter is just around the corner and we cannot wait to solely eat mini eggs for the foreseeable future. We will be eating chocolate for breakfast, lunch, and dinner all weekend long, but there’s one Easter treat that your kids should stay away from. A […]

    2 years ago

  • Was I wrong to leave my daughter alone in the playground?

    Was I wrong to leave my daughter alone in the playground?

    Was she wrong or would you have done the same? A mum has been called out after she left her daughter alone in the playground. The mum explained that her daughter was only on her own for two minutes. She had to leave her daughter so she could use the bathroom, but the mum was […]

    2 years ago

  • School holiday dates for 2024- when is the Easter midterm?

    School holiday dates for 2024- when is the Easter midterm?

    The Easter break will be here before you know it The kids have just returned to school after the St. Patrick’s Day long weekend, but the Easter break is just around the corner. The Easter midterm is one of the longest breaks Irish pupils can look forward to in the school year. Many families will […]

    2 years ago

  • My 7-year-old went to play at his friend’s house and they were left home alone

    My 7-year-old went to play at his friend’s house and they were left home alone

    Letting your children go on a playdate is a big step for many parents. You’re letting someone else care for them and look after them, but it’s usually perfectly fine. It gives us a break from parenting and also helps them develop friendships. However, one mum was left furious when she found out her seven-year-old […]

    2 years ago

  • Parents of girl who died in sand pit tragedy speak out following daughter’s death

    Parents of girl who died in sand pit tragedy speak out following daughter’s death

    The heartbroken parents of Sloan Mattingly have spoken out following their daughter’s death The parents of Sloan Mattingly have spoken out following their little girl’s untimely passing last month. She was killed when a sand hole collapsed on her on Lauderdale-by-the Sea beach. The girl’s parents opened up about the harrowing loss in a new […]

    2 years ago

  • Child benefit payment won’t be backdated, Heather Humphreys confirms

    Child benefit payment won’t be backdated, Heather Humphreys confirms

    Child benefit payments won’t be backdated despite the expansion The expansion of the child benefit payment has been welcomed by tens of thousands of parents. With over 60,000 families set to benefit from the expansion, many parents are wondering if the payment will be backdated. The payment has been expanded to children who turn 18 […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum urges people to stop parking in parent and child car spaces

    Mum urges people to stop parking in parent and child car spaces

    The mum has sparked quite a heated a debate Trying to find a car space when you head out for the food shop can feel like mission impossible at the best of times. There are designated spaces for parents and their children, but they’re often taken by people who don’t need them. We’ve often spotted […]

    2 years ago

  • The most beautiful name in the world has been revealed

    The most beautiful name in the world has been revealed

    This name has been given quite a special honour There’s no doubt that every child’s name is beautiful to their parents. There are thousands of stunning names out there that are extra special, but one name in particular has come out on top. According to research from My 1st Years, scientists have revealed ‘beautiful’ names […]

    2 years ago

  • Prince Harry and William put rift aside to honour Princess Diana

    Prince Harry and William put rift aside to honour Princess Diana

    Prince Harry did not attend the ceremony in London in person Prince William and Prince Harry joined forces to honour their late mother, Princess Diana at the Diana Legacy Awards in London. The ceremony, which took place in London last night, was hosted at the London Science Museum. Despite a tense week for the royals, […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum who didn’t know she was pregnant gives birth to twins

    Mum who didn’t know she was pregnant gives birth to twins

    The twins were quite a surprise for this new mum A Cork mum was left pretty surprised when she went to the doctors and discovered she was pregnant with twins. The mum admitted she had no idea she was pregnant, never mind with twins. New mum Rebecca went to the doctor for a precautionary visit […]

    2 years ago

  • Mum reveals clever hack that will help lower your electricity bills

    Mum reveals clever hack that will help lower your electricity bills

    This clever hack is worth trying. If like us, you’re trying everything to lower your electricity bills then you’ll want to try this hack. Kettles are the one kitchen appliance that uses up a lot of electricity. We drink gallons of tea every day, but is it costing us a bomb? According to experts, filling […]

    2 years ago

  • Babysitting your grandkids is actually good for your health

    Babysitting your grandkids is actually good for your health

    Spending quality time with grandkids is good for grandparents. Grandparents who take care of their grandchildren reportedly live longer, according to science. That’s right, looking after your grandkids can actually have a good impact on your health. Is caring for your grandchildren an easy task? Definitely not, but it does have its perks. The study, […]

    2 years ago

  • Brian Dowling is overcome with emotion as he speaks about baby #2

    Brian Dowling is overcome with emotion as he speaks about baby #2

    Blake is going to make the best big sister Everyone was thrilled to hear that Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian are expecting their second child together. The dads confirmed the news over the weekend, but Brian has since opened up about their special news. The soon-to-be dad-of-two couldn’t help but get emotional as he discussed […]

    2 years ago

  • Lily Allen is getting real about not ‘having it all’ and it’s refreshing

    Lily Allen is getting real about not ‘having it all’ and it’s refreshing

    Lily Allen doesn’t believe you can have it all The days of giving up your career when you get married are thankfully no more. I remember hearing about how my nanny had to stop working because she was now a married woman and couldn’t quite believe it. It just felt so alien to me. Nowadays […]

    2 years ago

  • Charlie Bird has passed away following long illness

    Charlie Bird has passed away following long illness

    Charlie Bird has sadly died aged 74 Beloved Irish journalist Charlie Bird has sadly passed away, RTÉ has confirmed. The broadcaster passed away on Monday, March 11th following a long battle with motor neurone disease. Bird spent nearly 40 years reporting for RTÉ before retiring as Chief News Correspondent in 2012. Following his motor neurone […]

    2 years ago

  • Georgie Crawford praised for honesty about being a mum-of-two

    Georgie Crawford praised for honesty about being a mum-of-two

    Georgie Crawford welcomed her second child in September 2023 Influencer and mum-of-two Georgie Crawford has been praised for being so honest about motherhood. Many of us know that every day isn’t going to be blissful and easy, but scrolling through Instagram can trick us into thinking that everyone has it all figured out. But that […]

    2 years ago

  • Study finds parenting error can put babies at risk of suffocation

    Study finds parenting error can put babies at risk of suffocation

    These sleep habits can increase the risk of suffocation A warning has been issued to parents after a study revealed that letting babies sleep in a bouncer, swing, or on a beanbag can risk suffocation. The concerning report by The Lullaby Trust confirmed that many parents are unaware of the dangers these sleep habits pose. […]

    2 years ago

  • Teacher told my child to eat her lunch alone because of ‘the smell’

    Teacher told my child to eat her lunch alone because of ‘the smell’

    One mum has been left outraged after she discovered her daughter (6) was forced to eat her lunch alone. This mum was heartbroken when her daughter revealed she was told to eat her lunch alone because of ‘the smell’. Her daughter came home from school one day and told her mum she didn’t want her […]

    2 years ago