This is so frightening. A concerned mum took to social media to warn other parents about the dangers of magnetic toys after her son was left in the emergency room. Jennifer White from Wisconsin said that her four-year-old ended up in the hospital after breaking open a toy and swallowing the magnetic parts within. While […]

7 years ago

Gardaí recently asked for the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Daniel Murphy. The 17-year-old went missing from his home in Carrigaline Co Cork last week. Gardaí have now confirmed that Daniel has been found safe and well and thank those involved for their help. Gardaí issued the following statement earlier today; “Gardaí wish […]

7 years ago

Do you know an Au Pair looking for a job? Childminding service Sure Sitter are currently recruiting for new Au Pairs in Ireland. The website helps to match parents with the perfect childminder in their location. Recently launched, Sure Sitter helps to provide parents with reliable and responsible babysitters and childminders by simply adding their […]

7 years ago

“Teenagers today face enough pressures without feeling stressed on the pitch too.”  This comes from former Kerry star Kieran Donaghy as he spearheads the GAA Super Games Centres. Donaghy a three-time All-Star and four-time All-Ireland winner is part of an initiative which aims to keep young people between the ages of twelve and seventeen playing GAA. The initiative […]

7 years ago

What a wonderful thing to do. A small Belfast business has recently gone viral for their act of kindness. Gerardos chipper posted to Facebook over the weekend with a story about how they helped a young person escape their bully and how their business is a ‘safe space’. The post that has been shared hundreds […]

7 years ago

Magical Unicorn Weekends are back this month and we’re so excited. The magical event which allows your child to meet a real live unicorn returns to Streamvale Open Farm and we’ve already got our tickets booked. Located in scenic Belfast it’s the perfect day out for you and the whole family. Sparkles the beautiful unicorn […]

7 years ago

Would you like to see this happen in Ireland? Luxembourg is set to become the first country to provide free transport for children and students under the age of 20. The newly re-elected prime minister Xavier Bettel has said that he hopes to have the new free travel scheme up and running by next year. […]

7 years ago

Good news for parents. The Government has said that it will provide an extra €25 per child on the back to school allowance this year. This comes after a funding boost and parents will set to receive payments by the start of next month. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is paid automatically to […]

7 years ago

Aldi’s school range is back and will see you able to buy a full uniform for less than a fiver. Landing in stores next month the back-to-school collection will not only have all the bits you need for a complete uniform but also schoolbags and lunchboxes. On top of that, they will have shoes, trainers […]

7 years ago

Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love shopping for stationary? Almost the moment my children are finished school I’m already eyeing up new pencil cases, copy books and folders for the coming September. If like me you’re already on the lookout for some cute new school supplies for your child you have to take a look […]

7 years ago

This is incredible. A mother helped to save her son’s life after he was seriously injured during a hurling match. The 13-year-old sustained a blow from a sliotar which caused his heart to stop. The young boy’s mother, who is also a nurse, instantly went to his rescue and went to work performing CPR on […]

7 years ago

As a new parent, you will hear horror stories about the terrible twos. The temper tantrums, the screaming, the boldness and their love of the word ‘no’. I will admit that it’s all true but the toddler years are not just temper tantrums, in fact, I think they are the best years. Having already gone […]

7 years ago

Leave it to a parent to figure this out. I learned pretty quickly when I became a parent that a lot of the time you just have to wing it. There is no manual and some days a parent has got to do what a parent has got to do. I laugh at the times […]

7 years ago

Does your child fancy being a radio presenter? If your child has ever dreamed of starting their own podcast or presenting for one of the big radio stations then they will absolutely love this course. The week-long summer course is hosted by the team that brings you the popular station Christmas FM every year. During […]

7 years ago

It was something I never really thought of until a few years ago. I was at a playgroup with my son who was around two at the time and I saw another mother feeding her child cut grapes. I thought she had just cut them up to make them easier to chew but later I […]

7 years ago

Do you have a budding make up artist in your home? If the answer is yes then this teen summer boot camp might be right up their alley. Dublin Body Paint will be hosting an incredible boot camp this July where your child can learn everything from makeup looks to creating festival hair looks. This […]

7 years ago

At least 19 children have been confirmed dead as violence escalates in Sudan. Hundreds of people have been killed and injured in acts of brutality heavily condemned by the United Nations. Young children have unfortunately been caught up in the attacks with many suffering assaults and even being killed. There has been an outcry from […]

7 years ago

Tom Gates live is coming to the Olympia Theatre this July. Based on the best-selling books by Liz Pichon, this brand-new story arrives in the Olympia Theatre Dublin for the very first time from July 3 to 6 2019. Tom’s doing everything possible to stay out of trouble, but somehow, he’s got THREE sad faces […]

7 years ago

Planning a party soon? If you are then you may want to check out some of the amazing packages available from Make A Bear Party. The company covers all of Dublin and their ‘Beary’ professional party hosts will come to your event and create lasting memories for all your little party goers. Make a Bear […]

7 years ago

This is so sweet. June is Pride month and all across the country events are being organised to help celebrate the occasion. One primary school in Dublin decided that they would also like to celebrate and set up their own imaginary Pride festival. The students at the educate together national school based in Hansfield put together […]

7 years ago

I know when I was a new mum I was always worried that I wasn’t feeding my baby enough. I found it particularly hard when I was breastfeeding and couldn’t keep track of how many millilitres they were drinking. It seemed that they were only drinking a tiny bit at a time and I thought […]

7 years ago

Fair play to her. Actress and writer Mindy Kaling have recently revealed why we won’t be hearing about her child’s father any time soon. The first time mum gave birth to her daughter Katherine last year but many wondered who her daughter’s father is as Mindy was single at the time of her pregnancy. Kaling […]

7 years ago

Do you have a teenager looking for a summer job? The National Leprechaun Museum, Dublin is on the lookout for a 2019 Leaving Cert student to fill their paid internship position. Taking place over the summer it’s a great way for those who have just graduated secondary school to gain work experience in a fun environment […]

7 years ago

This is such a good idea. Finding a babysitter can be a tricky business for parents. Where once it seemed like there was always a babysitter living next door, nowadays it can be extremely difficult to find a trustworthy sitter in your local area. This Irish company have set about making going on a night […]

7 years ago

I’ll take one for every day of the week. I remember when I was pregnant for the first time constantly being told to sleep while I still could. At the time I laughed but new parenthood taught me that there is nothing funny about sleep deprivation. Next week Aldi are stocking this t-shirt as part […]

7 years ago

Growing up I was always aware of common skin irritants. My mother has eczema and extremely sensitive skin and even though she loves swimming would often have to skip pool trips because of the chlorine in the water. Children are also susceptible to having skin reactions to chemicals such as chlorine as their skin is […]

7 years ago

What an incredible story. Over the years there have been a lot of powerful life stories told on America’s Got Talent and this is no exception. 11-year-old took to the famous stage to perform for the judges and told those watching that he started playing music because he didn’t just want to be known as […]

7 years ago

What a powerful photo. Irish parenting blogger Tracey Quinn surprised fans recently when she not only announced that she had given birth, but that she had done so in her living room. The mum and blogger went into labour suddenly last month and gave birth to daughter Willow in her own home. Yesterday Tracey shared […]

7 years ago

When people spot me out with my youngest the same question always comes up…’when are you having another one?’ The answer to that question is I’m not. I have two children and even though I’m still in my twenties I know that I am done. I’ve had plenty of people including medical professionals contradict me […]

7 years ago

Colds. We all get them. I’m currently in the midst of a head cold but there’s very little time to feel sorry for myself, especially when I have to look after everyone else’s runny noses before my own. It’s times like these that I miss being a child and having unlimited sympathy and cuddles whenever […]

7 years ago

I have a few photos like this. With new parenthood comes the inevitably disposable underwear. It’s not something that they give you a heads up about in your ante-natal classes but it happens to us all. There are several photos of me as a new mum lying on the sofa with the baby on top […]

7 years ago

A great thing for all new mums to have. It can be hard to know what to pack for your hospital bag. There are so many lists and suggestions. Some advice pieces even suggest having three bags, one for labour, one for after you give birth and another for going home. It can be a […]

7 years ago

We all have days where we feel like we can’t get a comb through our hair, but for one little girl this is always the case. Taylor Lynn from Chicago has an extremely rare condition called Uncombable Hair Syndrome, which causes her hair to stand on end rather than lying flat. The condition is so unique […]

7 years ago

Free pizza you say? Yes, that’s right a brand new Tiger Wood Fire Pizza is opening next weekend in Dublin and to celebrate they are treating all their customers to free pizza and much more. The restaurant in Deansgrange opens next week, June 22 and from 2-5pm for will be offering free pizza, face painting and […]

7 years ago

Gardaí released a new statement today in their search for missing teenager Enisa Koci. The 16-year-old has not been seen or heard from since last month. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Enisa, who is missing from the Merrion Road area of Dublin 4 since the 30th of May 2019. […]

7 years ago

Fashion, bubbles and so much more. Child loss charity Féileacáin is holding a huge fashion and beauty event to help raise funds for the vital services that they provide. Feileacain was formed by a group of bereaved parents to offer support to anyone affected by the death of a baby around the time of birth, […]

7 years ago

An Irish family living in Australia fear they may soon be deported. The couple, who have been living and working in Australia for almost a decade recently applied to become permanent residents in the country. During their application process, they were informed that their son, who has cystic fibrosis, may be denied as his condition […]

7 years ago

The weekend is here once more. Saturday morning cartoons have long been a staple of all kids weekends and if your kids diving into some fun TV on their day off they’ll love these. From animal cartoons for tots to live action for teens, there’s something for everyone on Netflix this weekend. For big fun, […]

7 years ago

One mum took to social media yesterday to express her disgust regarding the Leaving Cert exams. The Dublin mum said that her young daughter was due to take the exams but due to being incredibly sick in the hospital asked to take them after she recovered. The anxious mum was told that this would be […]

7 years ago

This is shocking! Holly and Phillip recently showed footage on their show This Morning demonstrating to their viewers the lasting damage that flushing wet wipes can do. The footage was so horrifying that not even the presenters could stop the disgust from showing on their faces. https://www.facebook.com/ThisMorning/videos/500136077191240/ Over nine million wet wipes are flushed in […]

7 years ago

With Father’s Day falling this Sunday, a lot of us will be scrambling for some last minute gift buying. If you haven’t a clue what to get your daddy dearest, never fear because I’ve found some great gifts to suit any dad. Whether he’s a tech head or a music aficionado, this gift guide has […]

7 years ago

SeaFest is Ireland’s largest free maritime festival to raise awareness of plastic pollution. Starting today the free family-friendly maritime festival takes place at the Port of Cork, Cork City from Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9. With over 100 free events celebrating our oceans and more than 100,000 visitors are expected to attend it’s […]

7 years ago

Do you have a teenager who loves to shop vintage? Thrift and vintage shops have exploded in Ireland over the last few years which is great news not just for the planet as it cuts down on waste but also for teens and students looking for a budget bargain. If your child is addicted to […]

7 years ago

These are stunning! Most parents like to keep their child’s first curl as a memento. I still have my son’s tucked away in a drawer from when he was tiny. I thought that is where it would stay but after discovering this Northern Irish business I’m not so sure. Precious By Kerry based in County […]

7 years ago

Would you trust your parent to find you the perfect partner? Well, that’s exactly what this Irish TV show plans to find out as it searches the country for singletons willing to put the choice into their parent’s control. AlleyCats TV recently put out a casting call to anyone interested in taking part in the […]

7 years ago

This is gas.

7 years ago

Gardaí recently asked for the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of Nadine Walsh. The 15 years old had been missing from the Mountjoy area and since June 3. An Garda Síochána who previously issued a missing person appeal for Nadine Walsh, 15 years old, have now said that the teenager has been located. “Nadine […]

7 years ago

Aldi is bringing out 3-in-1 scooters and every child is going to want one. A bargain version of the popular Micro Scooter these scooters work for a variety of ages, from tots to children scooting to school. They also come in a rainbow of colours so deciding which colour is your favourite might be a […]

7 years ago

These are too cute. If you think twinning is winning then you’re definitely going to love these matching mum and daughter sandals. Available from KID store these super stylish summer shoes come in a variety of colours and styles. Made on the original 1940s machinery in St Louis Missouri these Salt-Water Original sandals are a […]

7 years ago

Fota Wildlife has asked the general public to help them look out for ladybirds. The research is being carried out by Fota Wildlife and University College Cork in a bid to find out the distribution of ladybirds in Ireland. They also wish to research the effects that invasive species have on the native Irish population […]

7 years ago