Expecting a baby boy soon, mama? How lucky are you!? Baby boys are only the cutest and most amazing creatures imaginable. And if you have yet to decide on a moniker for your little bundle, we have taken the liberty of rounding up 12 seriously cool ones we are certain you will love as much […]

10 years ago

When Maria Waters from Castlebar, Co Mayo welcomed her third child in June last year, she already knew the baby had a heart defect and would possibly need multiple surgeries and long stints in hospital. She knew it would be tough. What she maybe didn’t realise straight away, in the middle of her worries, was […]

10 years ago

White-washed buildings, blue, blue skies and waters more crystal clear than you have ever seen before – is there any wonder Greece is the most perfect place for a summer holiday? And if you find yourself fantasising about the Greek isles, we got you, mamas. Here are five stunning and family friendly Kid & Coe […]

10 years ago

It is pretty much exactly one month since she welcomed her first baby, but it looks like Storm Keating is already pretty much back to her pre-baby slender self. At least if this photo posted by her proud husband is anything to go by. My summer babies #motherandson #countrylife #sunshine #happiness #love #cooperkeating A post […]

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Travel can be wonderful for so many good reasons. It takes us away from everyday life for a while, it is relaxing, invigorating and exciting. It broadens our horizons and, often, fills us with ideas and inspirations that might not have come to us had we stayed at home. This was certainly the case for […]

10 years ago

If you are as addicted to Instagram we are here at HerFamily HQ, you no doubts already have your favourite accounts you keep flipping back to for a little inspiration/daily dose of life envy. What we are really obsessed with, naturally, are all those gorgeous mamas who make motherhood look like a total breeze, all […]

10 years ago

The Hanacure is the cult face mask that is going Insta viral these days – much thanks to actress Drew Barrymore, who recently posted a picture of herself wearing it. The mask (from Korea – where else) is said to ‘make your face age 100 years while you are wearing it, then make you look […]

10 years ago

Kristin Bell is hands down one of her biggest mum crushes (which explains our intense Insta stalking, obvs.) The down-to-earth actress and mama-of-two frequently shares funny snaps of jaunts down red carpets, date-night and vacation snaps with hubby Dax Shepard and even plenty of no-makeup selfies too. But what we love most, naturally, are her […]

10 years ago

As a parent, I think, your ultimate goal when raising children is to develop and nurture a good relationship with them. As they grow, you want them to feel like they can come to you with everything and that they feel like nothing is too big or too scary or too embarrassing to tell you […]

10 years ago

She is the poster-girl for California girl pretty, and so when Lauren Conrad held her baby shower last Saturday, rest assured that the event was just that: Gorgeous, chill and oh-so-California. In fact; unlike Beyonce’s epic and over-the-top push party (which, coincidentally took place on the same day), LC’s bash was almost understated in comparison, […]

10 years ago

If you are starting to feel a little ‘had it up to here’ with the influx of unicorn and rainbow themed food and drinks of late, we are pretty sure you will welcome this latest trend with open arms. Say hello to the charcoal latte – a concoction as moody and dark as the unicorn […]

10 years ago

We all know how easy it is to feel envious of someone’s life when you glance at their Instagram feed.  I mean; nothing can make me question my own parental skills when I see how easy someone else makes it look – with their (apparently) always tidy homes and well-behaved children. This especially goes for […]

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It is safe to say that when it comes to ideas, the very greatest of them are often born out of a passion for doing something new, to make a difference, perhaps, no matter how small that initial step may seem. This was certainly the case for Róisín Scott, who last year launched online children’s […]

10 years ago

We all know by now that breast milk is liquid gold to babies and provides growing infants with the perfectly tailored nutrition. But now some Swedish scientists have found that the benefits don’t end there, after accidentally discovering that breast milk contains a substance that kills tumour cells. It was Professor Catharina Svanborg, an immunologist at […]

10 years ago

If there is one trend you need to know about this summer – no matter how blasé you normally are about all things fashion – it is the embroidered sleeve. Or, to be more specific, embroidery in general. It is everywhere. We are particularly loving the dresses and peasant blouses, widely inspired by Ukranian brand […]

10 years ago

Summer 2017 is looking all sorts of island perfect – and prepare to get some serious sun and sea cravings after seeing all the gorgeous bits H&M Home are doing this season. We have just had a sneak peak at the summer collection – that will be available online in a few days (May 18th […]

10 years ago

In the name of youthful skin, the majority of us are willing to go to fairly great lengths. In fact, the beauty industry is making an absolute mint from selling us creams, serums and masks to keep our complexions smooth, glowing and wrinkle-free. But did you know you might not have to go through such […]

10 years ago

While there is no denying that Dublin (and many other cities and towns across the nation) are home to some truly great eateries, you might not yet have discovered the truly epic restaurants this nearby city has to offer.  Belfast has in recent years – unbeknown to many of us still – actually gone and […]

10 years ago

According to a lengthy report in the medical journal Lancet, if almost every mother breastfed her child as many as 800,000 child deaths worldwide could be prevented every year. As well as this, the authors argue, if we saw an increase in breastfeeding to near universal levels, as many as 22,000 annual deaths from breast […]

10 years ago

Fantasising about France this summer? Aren’t we all? I mean; between the sun and the sea and sights – and let’s not forget about the food and the wine… Oh, the food and wine… Anyway, if you, like us, are dreaming of sun-drenched days by a pool, mornings spent wandering around charming markets and eating […]

10 years ago

Rice cakes and other rice-based foods are one of the most popular snacks for babies and toddlers, but now a new study warns these products most likely contain dangerously high levels of arsenic – a substance that has been heavily linked to many health problems, including cancer. According to researchers at the Queen’s University in […]

10 years ago

Brought to you by POM-BEAR. The summer holidays are fast approaching and surely not the only ones who are thinking about what to do with the kids. Well, fear not, parents. We have rounded up seven great family days out across Ireland – bound to get the kids excited enough to leave both iPads and game consoles […]

10 years ago

Toddlers are the funnest creatures you will ever encounter. They do things their own way, they don’t really give a toss what the rest of the world thinks about anything and they will scream the house down when things don’t go they way they want it to go. Because to toddlers, instant gratification is where […]

10 years ago

Hands in the air; how many of you ditch the dress or jeans and get into a more comfy outfit the minute you walk through your front door? Yep, we know. Yoga pants forever. However; this is apparently not what you should be doing if you want to kee your relationship going strong. Not according […]

10 years ago

House-hunting and feel a little disheartened by the savage property prices – especially if you are an urban dweller? Well, then you might be interested to hear that Japanese brand Muji has just unveiled its design for a (fairly compact) nine-square-metre prefabricated house – which will go on sale later this year. According to design- and […]

10 years ago

Brad Pitt is spending more time with his children. According to In Touch, the actor has now reportedly spent his first overnight visit with his six children, the first since he was cleared of child abuse allegations. The magazine reports that Brad and Maddox, 15, Shiloh, 10, Pax, 13, Zahara, 12, and twins Vivienne and […]

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Foodies rejoice. As of today, you can bag yourself a little taste of New York City – right on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The Big Apple’s finest and most famous luxury food market, Dean & DeLuca, opens in Brown Thomas today – and will be stocking a delicious assortment of Dean & DeLuca products and speciality […]

10 years ago

When it comes to teaching kids about the birds and the bees, I think most parents like to think we don’t have to tackle this conversation for years yet. I know I sure do. And look; I know the day will come when it needs to be had, but at seven, my little girl still […]

10 years ago

Unless you have been living under a rock of late you will be aware that luxe fashion house Balenciaga recently brought out a large blue tote – retailing at a cool $2,145 – that bears more than a little resemblance to Ikea’s iconic blue shopping bag, Frakta.  But far from being annoyed by the dupe, […]

10 years ago

Freak out now. A hummus crisis has hit the UK and we fear it could be about to go down on our shores as well – and now what the heck are we all going to eat for lunch. According to the Huffington Post, two major UK supermarkets have removed stocks of hummus from shelves, […]

10 years ago

A professionally trained childminder is currently on trial at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, facing charges of having caused serious harm to an infant. The incident took place in March of 2012 when the child’s mother dropped her then 10-month-old daughter to her childminder Sandra Higgins’ home in Cavan. Somewhat later in the day, however, the […]

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Every year as many as 4,500 babies in Ireland are born prematurely – and thankfully, due to great advances in medical science, survival rates of these great tiny fighters are increasing. Up until now, even the smallest sized nappies are often far too big for babies born prematurely, meaning nurses and parents are forced to […]

10 years ago

Look; we all love an aul’ glass of Prosecco (or five). But if a regular glass of the fizzy stuff is starting to feel a little basic, well; have we got some great news for you. Enter Lakeland’s new edible shimmer – and you have got yourself one fancified glass of Prosecco. Yup, that’s right. […]

10 years ago

When it comes to names, some people are fond of nicknames and will go to great lengths to try and find a way to shorten a name, any name, into a nickname, while others despise them and will deliberately choose a baby name that is virtually impossible to shorten. This latest trend, however, might suit […]

10 years ago

Dreaming of sun and sangria this summer? Well, mamas, we got you. Here are five gorgeous – and totally perfect for a family vacay – properties in Spain you can rent this summer. From Mallorca to Marbella, these stunning Kid & Coe homes will make you the envy of all your friends when you start […]

10 years ago

Rocking a bump that you already know to be a little girl, mama? Well, then you might be interested in knowing what names the experts over at Nameberry think will be totally trending this year? As in; did you know that boy names beginning with the letters ‘R’ and ‘S’ will be most popular? Or […]

10 years ago

It was a moment of pure TV (and internet) gold when four-year-old Marion Kelly (followed by her baby bro and frantic mother) burst through the doors and essentially gatecrashed her father’s live BBC interview. Political science professor Robert Kelly and his inputs on what is going on in Korea hadn’t a hope – just one […]

10 years ago

Summer is (finally!) only around the corner. And if you are anything like us, you will be itching to give not only your wardrobe but also your home a bit of a fresh update right about now. Having poured over some of our very favourite interior haunts, here are 10 updates we are absolutely planning […]

10 years ago

If you are a Diet Coke or Pepsi Max addict, look away now. According to a brand new study, researchers at Boston University have found that people who consume drinks sweetened with aspartame are more than three times more likely to suffer a deadly stroke or develop dementia. In fact, the scientists behind the study […]

10 years ago

It’s only a mere days ago that the internet went wild when Cheryl’s hair stylist shared a snap of a baby’s hand – prompting wild speculation that it was indeed baby Payne.  The world has yet to get a proper glimpse of the already famous tot, but while away with work in Los Angeles Liam […]

10 years ago

If short baby names just aren’t your thing, these long and elegant names should do the trick. Trendy or popular baby names, stand aside — these baby names that are on the longer side are not only elegant but, at the same time, powerful, serious and beautiful. So if you want a classic sounding name […]

10 years ago

Always on the hunt for little arts and crafts projects you can get the kids involved in that doesn’t require too much mess and potential DIY disasters? Yeah, me too. Which is why these incredibly-easy-to make little tins caught my eye – perfect to display all those lovely summer blooms my little girl keeps coming […]

10 years ago

Anyone who has ever given birth will more than likely admit to not feeling bikini ready right away once baby has arrived. But we are not all cut from the same cloth as we know, something new mama Irina Shayk, who just welcomed her first baby with actor Bradley Cooper, just proved in one candid […]

10 years ago

Last September the government introduced paid paternity leave in Ireland, which allows fathers to take two weeks off work to help care for their newborns. During their two weeks off, they will receive a payment of €235 per week. The paternity benefit has the same qualifying PRSI conditionality as maternity benefit and is therefore only […]

10 years ago

Rocking a bump that you already know to be a little boy, mama? Well, then you might be interested in knowing what names the experts over at Nameberry think will be totally trending this year? As in; did you know that boy names beginning with the letters ‘C’ and ‘K’ will be most popular? Or […]

10 years ago

“A woman who changes her hair is about to change her life.” That’s what they say, anyway. And if you are ready for a new look (and life!) right about now, we have just the hair colour for you. Say hello to tiger eye hair – the shade literally blowing up both Pinterest and Instagram […]

10 years ago

To avoid that certain school equipment is monopolised by retailers, Education Minister Richard Bruton has announced that schools across the country will have to adopt several measures to cut areas of costs for parents sending their kids to school. These include for instance using ‘iron on’ or ‘sew on’ crests so that generic jumpers and […]

10 years ago

Everyone loves Lego. In fact, we all love the brightly coloured building blocks so much that enough is sold every year to circle the world 18 times. And while this is all sorts of great for creativity and actual real-life play (no gadgets needed), there is also a lot of plastic involved in making Lego. […]

10 years ago

We might still be a few weeks away from full-on beach weather – but we have already spotted one item you shouldn’t go anywhere without this summer. Say hello to the world’s most cleverly designed product ever: The Beach Glass. The beauty of this glass is that unlike other flimsy plastic cups, which will likely […]

10 years ago

Hey dads, have you skipped the gym this Easter weekend and instead spent time helping the kids finish off all those chocolate eggs? No need to worry, because now scientists are claiming that not only are pudgy, older fathers more attractive to the opposite sex than their leaner, younger counterparts, but they also – get […]

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