Which one is your favourite? I have really fair, short lashes so I’m always on the look out for a mascara that is great for lengthening lashes. Below I’m going to talk about three of my favourite mascaras from different price points that will have your lashes looking so long your friends will swear you’re […]

6 years ago

Relationship goals! Since becoming a parent people always ask me if it’s hard to get babysitters for nights out, but most parents will tell you that’s not really when we want some ‘us time’. I’d much prefer to have a sitter during the day so I could go to the shop without worrying that my […]

6 years ago

A nice mid-week treat. I know I’m not the only one who has gone on a baking buzz since the last few months as my social media is filled with lots of homemade baked treats. Baking with the kids is a particularly good way to pass the time and this recipe is one that they […]

6 years ago

We kind of need one. Whenever I’m in town and can pop in to M&S there’s always two things I pick up, some M&S cookies and some Percy Pigs. I could lie and say the Percy Pigs are just for the kids but that would be a lie. If your household is as obsessed with […]

6 years ago

Could your child be the next big film star? Irish casting agency The Extras Dept. are looking for a child to star in their next production. If you’re interested in seeing your child up on the silver screen you’ll need to get in quick though as application must be in by 5pm today (September 16). […]

6 years ago

Not great news for parents. My son is in Third Class and as things stand I have is younger sister’s name down to attend the same school. For most parents, it’s a given that you will send all of your children of a similar age to the same school as it means one drop off […]

6 years ago

Congratulations! No doubt there has been lots of celebrations in the Elba/Dhowre household the last while with the addition of a very special new person. Actor Idris Elba recently revealed that he and his wife Sabrina Dhowre have just welcomed a baby son into the world and we couldn’t be more delighted for them. https://www.instagram.com/p/ByS1tEpjirz/ […]

6 years ago

A great idea. The current pandemic has been a pretty stressful time for expectant mums but that should never mean that they should be without all the supports pre-Covid mums could avail of. The Rotunda Hospital, Ireland’s busiest and leading maternity hospital, is delighted to announce that their third annual maternity information event will take […]

6 years ago

The reality star has responded to the backlash. Last week Keeping Up With The Kardashian star Kim Kardashian announced that she would be releasing a maternity line called SKIMS. While many were very excited about the announcement many others have criticised the new line saying that it is shapewear and not something that should be […]

6 years ago

This could see some miss out on their chosen course. Only a few days after Sixth Year students across the country finally received their Leaving Cert results another factor has come into play which could see some prospective students miss out on their chosen courses. With the news that this year has seen some of […]

6 years ago

This is very interesting. I once heard that a happy child is one who sings and I’ve often wondered what the correlation between music and joy is. Music is definitely a trigger for us neurologically and just the first few notes of a song can bring us back memories from any time or place and […]

6 years ago

The colours are so dreamy. I’m a big fan of Charlotte Tilbury, especially her make up so I’ve been very excited to see all her new product launches this year. There were a lot, from powders to mascara to skin care but believe it or not Charlotte is not done yet! Introducing the Charlotte Tilbury […]

6 years ago

It’s a fashion red alert! The autumn months have arrived and with them pumpkin spiced lattes, cool breezes and of course rich, warm autumnal colours. In particular red! Red is one of those colours that works for just about every season so you know if you pick up a statement red piece it will transition […]

6 years ago

So happy for them. Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have just announced the birth of their new baby son. Hilaria posted a gorgeous photo of the happy new parents with their son to her Instagram account only earlier today and she looks absolutely glowing. https://www.instagram.com/p/CE6yi2DDaBI/ Along with the beautiful family photograph Hilaria wrote a short paragraph […]

6 years ago

Where was this when I was pregnant? The last few weeks of pregnancy can be really tough. I know from personal experience. Your back hurts, your feet hurt, not to mention you need 20 trips to the loo a day. It’s a time when you really just want to relax and let someone else pamper […]

6 years ago

We’re heartbroken. The last couple of years one of my Christmas traditions has been to visit Dublin Zoo for their annual Wild Lights event. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 related concerns the popular event will not be going ahead this year much to the disappointment of many across the country. Dublin Zoo released the following statement […]

6 years ago

Irish schools have all opened their doors over the last couple of weeks. Children are always going to catch little things like coughs and colds when they go back to school but with schools putting in place extra safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID it makes it difficult for parents to know what […]

6 years ago

Many children across the country received their Leaving Cert results today. While this year has been extremely stressful for Sixth Year students who weren’t sure if they would get any Leaving Cert at all this year, the wait is finally over. Even with the pandemic this year’s student have received some of the highest results […]

6 years ago

Did you give birth during the pandemic? Lockdown was a stressful time for most of us but especially expectant mothers. Many were restricted in who could attend appointments with them, who could visit them and even whether or not they could have a birthing partner in the delivery room with them. Add to that the […]

6 years ago

A fantastic addition to their range. If there is one thing you want when you’re pregnant it’s comfortable and stretchy clothing. I absolutely lived in my leggings and work out (the biggest work out when trying to pick something up that I dropped) clothing during both of my pregnancies. Saying that it’s not always easy […]

6 years ago

Like many parents I saw my kids off to school this week. The night before they started school my nerves were in bits. I had no idea how the first day was going to go. My son was heading back to school having missed several months into an environment with new rules and pods. My […]

6 years ago

So sweet! Like most Irish people I love a nose through Penneys to see what they have and my previous post on the amazing Disney stuff they have was very popular. On my most recent trip in I was having a look through the accessories section when I spotted that they have a whole range […]

6 years ago

Lockdown was an extremely difficult time for children. In March our children left school one day and never returned. Some of them missed out on communions, confirmations, graduations and other end of the year celebrations. Mostly they missed out on seeing friends and on top of that in early lockdown they couldn’t even interact with […]

6 years ago

The case still remains open. The 4th September, 2020 marks the 21st Anniversary of the brutal murder of 17-year-old Raonaid Murray. Gardaí are now appealing for anyone with new information to come forward. Raonaid Murray was last seen alive at approximately 11.20pm on Friday, 3rd September 1999 when she made her way home from Dun […]

6 years ago

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses. Gardaí and emergency services attended a the scene of a collision involving a car and pedestrian on the N24 at Pallasgreen, Co Limerick at approximately 5.30pm on Thursday 3rd September, 2020. An 11-year-old girl was seriously injured when she was struck by a car. She was airlifted from the scene […]

6 years ago

Another one to put on the list. The staycation subsidy comes into play next month (October). The subsidy will see a person who spends over €625 on accommodation, food, and non-alcoholic drinks, able to claim back €125 via a tax credit with couples, able to get back €250. If you’re planning on taking advantage of […]

6 years ago

One to add to your ‘staycation list’. The staycation subsidy comes into play next month (October). The subsidy will see a person who spends over €625 on accommodation, food, and non-alcoholic drinks, able to claim back €125 via a tax credit with couples, able to get back €250. If you’re planning on taking advantage of […]

6 years ago

Bad news for parents. For the last few years parents have been able to avail of the free GP cards for all children under the age of six. The government planned to expand the age bracket to all those under the age of eight this year but now it seems that those plans might be […]

6 years ago

Trying to get a toddler to take medicine is no easy feat. My two-year-old always runs a mile when I try to get her to take a spoonful of Calpol. I know they come with the syringe dispenser now but they always end up getting lost after they’ve been washed. In the end it always […]

6 years ago

One to put on the ‘to-watch’ list. If you’re looking for something new for you and the kids to watch this September I definitely suggest adding this to the list. New Netflix film Enola Holmes not only has a star studded cast including Millie Bobbie Brown of Stranger Things fame and Helena Bonham Carter but […]

6 years ago

Hands up if you love her clothes! I’m a big fan of sustainable fashion and in particular sustainable Irish fashion brands. All Things Fiona Lily is one of the latest ethical Irish brands on the scene and not only is it eco-friendly but the colours are fabulous. I love bright colours and it’s actually what […]

6 years ago

Very understandable. Children are finally starting to head back to school after months of home schooling since school closures in March. A recent survey carried out by Aldi has provided good insight on how parents and children have coped with home schooling, the challenges they all faced, the concerns the children have about returning to […]

6 years ago

Do you have a child starting or returning to college? 2020 has been a challenging and uncertain time for all. But especially for Irish students. With schools and colleges closed for over 5 months, it’s only natural that the new academic year will be a daunting one. Exit Entry recently conducted a survey among third-level […]

6 years ago

Many want to see changes in the childcare sector. Early Childhood Ireland, the leading organisation in the childcare sector, has said the challenges presented by Covid-19 could be the driving force needed to bring Ireland closer to the Scandinavian childcare model. Early Childhood Ireland, which supports 3,800 childcare members nationwide, was commenting today ahead of […]

6 years ago

I turned 29 this year but that still does not stop me from falling victim to CBF – Chronic Baby Face. Common symptoms include never being able to buy a bottle of wine without needing ID, being mistaken for your child’s sibling and people assuming that you’re always the youngest in the group. Now I’m […]

6 years ago

Such a beautiful gesture. Lil & Izzy, the Irish and sustainable children’s wear brand, are just about to release their third collection with a focus on giving back! Lil & Izzy have collaborated with their friends over at the Pickled Pom Pom to launch a Hero zip baby grow to promote Childhood Cancer Awareness Month […]

6 years ago

The kids are finally heading back to school. With schools across the country set to reopen in the next couple of weeks we’re all getting those last few back-to-school bits sorted. Saying that some parents seem to have started the back to school shop early and we mean really early. According to research conducted by […]

6 years ago

With the pandemic, our children are more anxious than ever. Ever since the schools closed in March my eldest child has been extremely anxious, to the point where he wouldn’t even leave the house for a walk. With everything he was hearing from the news he was convinced that if he left the house at […]

6 years ago

Perfect for autumn. The end of summer is near but rather than feeling sad about it we should look on the bright side and think about all the fab coats and chunky knits we get to wear now. If you’re looking to update your wardrobe with fresh light layers or richer autumnal colours then you […]

6 years ago

It’s coming back soon! I don’t know how many of my baby essentials I picked up during the Aldi baby and toddler events in the past but they were honestly life savers. If you have a new baby or you have one on the way then you’ll be delighted to know that the Aldi baby […]

6 years ago

It comes as part of a new government initiative. While Simon Harris has spent most of the pandemic as our Minister for Health, he recently changed position to Minister for Further and Higher Education. Determined to help aid third level students any way that he can Harris has recently said that he aims to provide […]

6 years ago

A lot of the girls became pregnant due to child marriage. A report released today by international aid agency World Vision said as many as one million schoolgirls could be blocked from re-entry to school because they have become pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic. The report, called Aftershocks –Access Denied, warned that girls who have […]

6 years ago

It looks fantastic. Comedian Katherine Ryan is well known for being honest and outspoken, particularly when it comes to her relationships and being a parent. With that in mind it should come as no surprise that her new Netflix show The Duchess , which throws a light on single motherhood, is just as honest and […]

6 years ago

We can’t wait! Charlotte Tilbury has been a busy bee during quarantine as she has just announced another new product to her make up range. I know another one, it’s like Christmas has come early, which given how the rest of this year has gone we sincerely need. So what is the latest product in […]

6 years ago

I think we’ve all been there. I’m not going to lie I was not thrilled with my little brother came along. Part of it was having to share the spotlight and the other part was because I was hoping that if I got a little sibling it would be a sister. Of course it didn’t […]

6 years ago

It’s going to make back-to-school difficult. Parents of multiple children all attending the same have been informed that there will be staggered start and finish times. This means each child will start at a different time than their siblings, sometimes with an hour in the difference. The same will happen at pick up time too. […]

6 years ago

It could have a big impact on grading. Many parents and students still do not feel fully comfortable with the calculated grading system put in place for the class of 2020. A lot of students are concerned that they will receive a lower grade than they could have achieved if the exams had taken place, […]

6 years ago

I’m a big fan of Dr. Bronner’s. I’ve been using Dr. Bronner’s for the last couple of years and it’s an absolute staple in my home. One Dr. Bronner’s range in particular that I love is the Organic Baby-Mild Range so I’ve put together a list of my favourite products from the range that I […]

6 years ago

Very interesting. Whenever I read about other mothers and their water births it makes me wish I’d had one. It was something I thought a lot about on my second pregnancy but never mentioned to my midwife or doctor. In the hospital I was attending water birthing was fairly new and there was a careful […]

6 years ago

Very concerning. Schools across Scotland opened this week for the first time since lockdown began but already two have had to close. Bannerman High School in Glasgow and Peterhead Central School in Aberdeen have both been forced to close due to COVID-19 outbreakson the premises. Several students at Bannerman were found to be positive for […]

6 years ago