Aisling Farinella is one of Ireland’s leading stylists, working as a consultant and creative director on projects ranging from brand development to fashion shows, exhibitions and installations. She’s also the editor and co-founder of Thread magazine, a free print fashion publication. She lives in Dublin with her husband and daughter, Franca. We caught up with Aisling on all the […]

10 years ago

As the craziness of Christmas settles, families all over the globe are currently enduring the annoying sounds of talking teddies, robots, karaoke machines, and talking tablets…. not just our house, surely?! But many families who were lucky enough to snap up the hugely sought-after interactive Hatchimal creature for their offsprings or receive one from Santa […]

10 years ago

They say there’s nothing stronger than the bond of a mum and their child. Sure, it’s a cliché, but if you were ever in doubt, this beautiful video is a little peek through the window of a true connection.  Pandora jewellery, to celebrate women’s uniqueness, filmed six children and ask each of them to find their Mama in a line-up. Using […]

10 years ago

Are you as obsessed with baby names as we are? Well then, step this way, because we think we have discovered the hottest new baby name trends of 2017…. X,Y, Z names. According to Australian site Kidspot, who received brilliant insights on trend predictions from leading demographer and social researcher, Mark McCrindle, parents will be rushing to choose baby […]

10 years ago

Not to bring the Christmas cheer and season of goodwill down or anything, but we couldn’t get past this news – 1,040 Irish children called the Childline phoneline on Christmas Day…. and we are heartbroken. A team of 61 volunteers gave up their Christmas day to be there at the end of the phone for […]

10 years ago

Brilliant stories and advice for you or any new mum you know. Here’s what our reader’s absolutely LOVED in 2016. 1. 10 Things That WILL Happen In Your First Year As A New Mum Never in your life will there be a year with so much change, so many milestones, so many “firsts” as the 12 […]

10 years ago

Heading out for a few festive beverages tonight, mamas? Or, even better, staying in and drinking Baileys in your jammies? Anyway, you might want to make sure you don’t feel the effect too hard come tomorrow morning – because, chances are, your kids will have zero sympathy and still be up at the crack of […]

10 years ago

Ugly Christmas jumpers are par for the course these days, and except for Ryan Tubridy’s on the Late Late Toy Show this year, there hasn’t been any for a long time that has made me really laugh out loud… until I discovered this in all its breast-full glory. Can you imagine getting into this for Christmas […]

10 years ago

Pelvic floor weakness, the not-so-pleasant side-effect of childbirth, is probably one of Irish women’s best-kept secrets. We caught up with Dr Nina Byrnes, the spokesperson for Innovo, a new pelvic floor weakness device, the first treatment of its kind to be launched in Ireland, and this is what she had to say: “The symptoms of pelvic […]

10 years ago

I’m pretty sure I look forward to our Santa visits more than our kids at this time of year. It’s fair to say, some of these have been good, some middling, and some I-can’t-believe-they-still-do-this retro. But nothing, absolutely NOTHING prepared me for our experience this year. Picture just about the perfect Santa visit: snow (fake, admittedly), fun, novelty, atmosphere, […]

10 years ago

Definition of a Hipster: a subculture of urban, bohemian twenty -and-thirty-somethings with a particular sartorial code and taste in music (and artisanal coffee). Independent people, creative thinkers with an appreciation of art and indie-rock, counter-culture and the latest trends and tastes with a free-thinking state of mind. Well, any of this describe you? Maybe you don’t think you can quite […]

10 years ago

Show me a mum whose eyes don’t glaze over at the mere thought of visiting a spa? When you’re run ragged, and always putting yourself last, getting some time solo (or with your gal pals), pampering and a lie-in, and well, you might as well have just died and gone to heaven. Don’t kill me, but […]

10 years ago

Kids, they NEVER sleep when you want them to. And when they eventually head off to the lovely land of nod, they end up in the most hilarious contortions. One minute they’re wired to the max, legging it around the place like little wildlings, using their vocal chords in the only way they know how – loudly – the […]

10 years ago

Emma Kelly is a PR legend and founder of Elevate PR, one of Ireland’s leading independent creative PR and social media agencies. Today is their 15th anniversary, and marks years of incredible work amplifying leading brands like Bombay Sapphire, Moet & Chandon, Xbox, Proper Corn, Hennessy, and the list goes on (and on!). Emma is a busy mother to Tom, […]

10 years ago

Mum Fiona Shannon shares her story and explains why all women of childbearing age women should take folic acid, whether they’re planning a pregnancy or not. Busy mum of two and fitness instructor Fiona Shannon is married with two beautiful daughters, Caragh (14) and Niamh (11). Niamh was diagnosed with Spina Bifida at 24 weeks. […]

10 years ago

Oh, we’ve all been there, stuck for a cool baby gift with nowhere decent within office or house-distance to buy something really cool. Because let’s face it, there are few things that are as fun as shopping for teeny weeny pint-size clothes, right? We had to share this too-cute new online baby store news: enter Blake & Brooke – you will […]

10 years ago

We all know how important sleep is (especially when we can’t get enough), but did you know that the way you and your partner sleep says a lot about your relationship? Body language is a key indicator of the way we feel, especially during sleep – when our subconscious minds take over. This means the positions we assume […]

10 years ago

When a recipe presents us with the opportunity to combine booze and cake, we’re always in. It’s a win-win after-all, folks. And we know so many of the HerFamily fans are BIG gin fans. Like, HUGE! So, this has happened, thanks to the Sainsburys Magazine, so we had to share. You’ll need 225g softened butter 225g […]

10 years ago

If ever there was a time to instill confidence, strength, and a little feminism into our little girls, it’s oh-so-right now. In light of the disappointing, heart-wrenching fact that misogyny, hatred, and fear won over common sense. That millions of people (and parents?!) in America think it’s acceptable to send a message to our little girls that […]

10 years ago

All the preconceptions about the ease of Motherhood fade the moment you step foot outside the maternity hospital. The car journey home is spent in abject terror that your other half is driving at lightning speed – which, of course, he is not, and in between yelling at him to slow-the-fuck-down, you’re wiping big ploppy tears from your […]

10 years ago

In conversation with Aisling.  “A life of servitude teaches you humility, empathy, and grace. Basically, it knocks the asshole out of you! That kid bawling and squealing on the plane no longer annoys you; your sympathy is with the parents, and you offer to help instead of scowl. Your heart is with the refugees fleeing war […]

10 years ago

The battle of the Christmas ads is in full swing – the more tears they provoke, the more you’ll part with your cash over the festive period, right? Some years, it’s the longest ad that becomes the iconic Christmas ad to remember (Coca-Cola’s ‘Holidays are coming’, we’re looking at you), and some years it’s the most […]

10 years ago

Egg donation is a hot topic these days, but how much do we know about what it actually entails? We chatted to Eilis McCarthy, a fertility nurse specialist and Egg Donation Coordinator at the Cork Fertility Centre: What is it? Egg Donation involves a woman donating eggs (oocytes) to help another woman become pregnant. The donor is usually […]

10 years ago

The Children’s Hospital Group, who represent Temple Street, Crumlin Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Hospital in Tallaght have released an apology statement to patients this weekend. The joint statement comes as increasing demands have been put on our capital’s hospitals at this busy time of year. The hospitals, fearful of unprecedented demands on their resources are […]

10 years ago

If you have bought anything fertility, pregnancy, new baby or baby safety-related online in the past while, it has probably been from one of this guy’s websites. Daryl Divilly is the man in Ireland when it comes to mum-to-be and baby products. His site inhealth.ie stocks thousands of products, pretty much anything you might ever possibly need for conceiving, having a […]

10 years ago

Our favourite unhappily married 1980s couple is returning to our TV screens next week, and we’re literally counting the days.  The hilarious Bridget and Eamon return to  RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player on the 14th November, and we are counting down the days! Until then, RTÉ Player has this little seven minute online exclusive mini-episode Bridget & Eamon’s Marriage Guidance video. We’ve got a sneak […]

10 years ago

If you’re a parent of your kids, then sexy time is most likely all about grabbing quickies whenever or wherever you can (did you read our rules for parent sex article?).  It’s not that you don’t want hot baths, candles and hours to pour over each others bodies, it’s just that these days, you just […]

10 years ago

Calling ALL gin and tonic drinkers, start slicing those lemons or limes, there’s a new gin in town, and it’s on sale NOW, exclusively at Aldi. Boyle’s Gin is a premium small batch Irish gin which was awarded ‘Best Irish Gin’ by an expert judging panel at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2016, held in Co Offaly last week. […]

10 years ago

The 30-year-old mama Chrissie Teigen and her hubby John Legend have had a bit of fun over the past few days dressing up little Luna, their adorable little offspring. Over a few days on Instagram, Luna got to dress up in various little miniature outfits, much to hers and her parent’s amusement. We’re not sure we can decide […]

10 years ago

You’re going to instantly fall for this crazy-easy recipe – you can add it to anything (literally) for a sticky, sweet kick – without needing to reach for anything refined.  So, what are the two ingredients – Medjool dates and water. That. Is. It. My friend. Thanks to this new blog we’re currently obsessing over, amyshealthybaking.com we’re all […]

10 years ago

We love an aul Irish moniker around here. Judging from the comments on every Irish baby name piece we produce, so do you guys. My own parents were partial to an Irish name for their kids too: Niall, Crea, Fergal, and my own, Sive. I don’t think any of us have ha s a day when […]

10 years ago

Taking the kids to a pumpkin patch can be great fun, but so can creating your own pumpkin patch. Especially when it’s a sweet edible version. A seasonal take on the classic crispy cake, this easy-peasy Halloween treat can be whipped up in around ten minutes, using just a few ingredients. Plus, the kids can […]

10 years ago

If you were wondering what Megan Fox’s new little munchkin looks like, the actress finally posted a picture of Journey River last night. (FYI: Journey River is his name). Born in August, little Journey River is the third to join her brood, she already has a four-year-old, Noah Shannon and two-year-old Bodhi Ransom. The Internet […]

10 years ago

It’s almost Halloween!! Have you got the kids’ costumes ready yet? Or yours? If you’re not quite sure what your costume is going to be, try this nifty Halloween filter site facespook.ie brought to you by MiWadi Trick or Treat For Temple Street. The HerFamily.ie team had tons of fun using these spooky filters this week. Try it […]

10 years ago

Women often feel societal pressure to be high achievers in every area of their life – they must be the perfect ‘A’ student at work, have a body that has simply ‘bounced’ back after having a baby, and be an all-round supermum complete with an Instagram-worthy home and family life.  But does this make mothers feel guilty trying […]

10 years ago

Last week, we held a beautiful breakfast at The Westbury Hotel to raise awareness for Cheerios Childline Breakfast Week, Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd October, We invited readers and HerFamily.ie aficionados to help spread the word for this incredibly worthwhile campaign. Along with our team and a host of well-known media faces and Childline volunteers, we came, we drank […]

10 years ago

We are not afraid of the truth around here. It’s our raison d’être to tell the truth about parenting, the whole truth, and nothing BUT the truth. Which is why we are Bunmi Laditan’s number 1 official stalker. If you haven’t come across this living legend, you need to get her in your life already. Author of Toddlers […]

10 years ago

Are you a witty writer, a social media fanatic or someone who doesn’t balk at the honest side of parenting? If so, we want you on our team. Due to our remarkable growth, Maximum Media now has an exciting new opportunity for one new role, ideally a 4/5 day week permanent position, and one maternity cover for six […]

10 years ago

Halloween is an exciting time for children; fireworks, bonfires and, of course, the stash of sweets they come home with after their trick or treat extravaganza. But it is also important to make sure they stay safe, as it can also be a dangerous time of the year.  We caught up with to Clodagh Coffey, Head […]

10 years ago

We caught up with mum Ciara Cassidy who was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 35: “At the time, I was separated with a young son aged five who had just started school, and I was in full-time employment. I previously had a benign lump and was in a screening programme with St James Hospital. I had […]

10 years ago

Sinéad Hingston is a widowed mother of one gorgeous little girl. Her husband died suddenly while they were on holidays in Portugal in 2011 – she was 19 weeks pregnant. They had been married just seven months. Sinead has shared with us her incredibly brave story: “So many people ask me this… “How do you do it, being a widow?” I […]

10 years ago

Meet Caroline Dunne and Leigh Hamilton, founders of little larks clothing. Caroline, a former fashion buyer with a background in advertising and marketing, teamed up with her sister-in-law, Leigh Hamilton, a Barrister and former tech entrepreneur, to create this beautiful childrenswear brand this year. We caught up with the dynamic duo: We have five daughters between us… ranging from two to […]

10 years ago

It’s National Breastfeeding Week – we hope all the feeding mamas out there are happily feeding away. For anyone who is about to embark on the journey of motherhood, we’ve got some brilliant tips from Rebecca O’Donovan, the HSE Assistant National Breastfeeding Coordinator. 1. Knowledge is power Breastfeeding will be new to you, and some mothers […]

10 years ago

Madeline Riley is General Manager of one of Dublin’s busiest hotels, the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, and a busy mum-of-two. We caught up with her to find out exactly how she manages it all. My schedule works around… the demands of the business, so each day can be quite different. I love the mornings, however, I […]

10 years ago

Well, well, another celebrity is having a baby. Big deal, you say. But seriously, who knew Mel Gibson already had eight kids? Not us. Gibson, now 60-years-old has seven children with his ex-wife Robyn Moore, a six-year-old with an ex-partner, and now the most fertile man in Hollywood is expecting his ninth with his 26-year-old […]

10 years ago

The word WOW springs to mind when I see this picture, then a deep-rooted understanding and compassion for her in that exact moment. We have ALL been there… The word multi-tasking is used in all our lives, it comes with the territory of looking after little people, but this picture of a Dallas mum really […]

10 years ago

With so many women now opting to keep their maiden names when they get married, there’s a new conundrum for some couples once baby comes along, whose name does the baby get?  Let’s talk this one out: does your child take your surname? Or the classic format of your partner’s? Or what about a hyphenated […]

10 years ago

Brought to you by TUC.  If you have a busy teenager at home, you’ll know all too well how hard it is to keep up with their hectic daily activities. They need fuel to keep them going from school to football or hockey; they need tasty snacks, and they need something that won’t ruin their appetites […]

10 years ago

Is there anything better than heading away en famille? The freedom, the excitement, the counting down of ‘sleeps,’ the purchasing of cute little beach clothes, sun hats, and teeny bikinis that look doll-like (for them, not me). The anticipation is delicious. Every single minute (except maybe the packing part, that part, I hate). Then comes the actual […]

10 years ago

So you’ve probably heard of Olaplex by now, and if not, what bush have you been hiding under? It has been hailed as the absolute Holy Grail for mega-blondes.  As far as revolutionary products go, it’s safe to say; this is loved by many, many blondes. The groundbreaking product is being used up-and-down the country in salons alongside the […]

10 years ago