With Halloween and midterm break approaching, plenty of us could do with some fresh ideas to keep the kids entertained. Well… this time Halloween need not end on 31 October because Lullymore Heritage Park is hosting a week-long spook-tastic entertainment event for all the family to enjoy. Based in Rathangan, Co. Kildare, the magnificent park […]

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A very stylish affair altogether!

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Genuine and straight to the point. Last night, the 48-year-old actress was honoured once more. This time she received the Style Icon award at the InStyle Awards 2017. The Australian Hollywood star donned a gorgeous Givenchy gown while making her acceptance speech at the event. She said she has always considered fashion a ‘costume’ and […]

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This is the dream for date night! Many folks in Dublin will know the iconic Stella theatre in Rathmines, but we haven’t had the chance to step inside it for 10 years. A post shared by @marcusk133 on Oct 16, 2017 at 12:05pm PDT The Stella cinema first opened in 1923 and according to 98 […]

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Maia had a few insightful and honest words to say on last night’s Late Late Show, and we’re rather glad she did. The TV broadcaster and writer, who shares 2-year-old Tom with husband and comedian Johnny Vegas admitted; “I was worried through my whole pregnancy that I didn’t feel this incredible bond with my bump. […]

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It sounds harsh but it’s probably a very good idea. Mum and blogger Sophie Cachia shared an Instagram video of her little girl Florence struggling to breathe as they made their way to the hospital. Nine-month-old Florence suffers from asthma, as well as her brother Bobby. Sophie said; “With Bobby being an asthmatic, we’re well […]

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Storm Brian has hit and already, strong winds and flooding have caused significant damage in parts of the south and south-west of the country. Limerick city has been affected after the River Shannon overflowed. According to RTÉ there are no reports yet of homes being flooded, however the road at O’Callaghan Strand has been particulary […]

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Have we just died and gone to heaven? We’re seeing some major eye candy and one of the cutest babies we’ve ever seen thanks to mum, Katina Behm, who decided to create these charming side-by-side images of what she aptly named ‘Baby and the Body’. A post shared by Augie and Aris (@babyandthebody) on Jun […]

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Later school! Mum Louisa Jones, from the UK, has decided that there are more important things in life than being in the classroom day in, day out and has packed up the family for a world adventure. AMAZING! Although parents can be fined £60 per child for taking them out of school for lengthy and […]

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Parents are reminded to be extra vigilant. Today the HSE has advised if anyone believes they may have symptoms of measles to stay at home and contact their doctor. According to RTÉ, the warning comes as the health services have been informed of two cases of measles in north Dublin and the source of the […]

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A report by the EU consumer watchdog has found an array of issues concerning kids’ safety in relation to smartwatches. So, these smartwatches come with apps and location services allowing parents to keep an eye on their little ones if needs be. But the Norweigan council found that some devices could potentially allow a cyber […]

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We can’t stop cooning over these pics. Ok, this is just utterly adorable! This mum and her tot have an Instagram page that boasts some truly stunning outfits for both, and has us asking, ‘Why can’t every day be dress up day for us too?’ So mum Linda helps her hubby run their dental practise […]

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And… we’re crying already. Oh boy. Our favourite chef and Bake Off judge Mary Berry, along with other celebs like Rio Ferdinand, Joey Essex plus Ben Fogle and his wife Marina took part in a charity video. The video was put together for Child Bereavement UK and asked the stars, if they had one more […]

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She has been keeping quiet for a LONG time since giving birth, but now the former Girls Aloud singer is sharing her parenting experience saying it’s been the best six months of her life. The 34-year-old said it changed her life entirely but in the best possible way imaginable. “I didn’t stop for 14 years […]

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This is quite possibly the sweetest thing we’ve seen in a while. Lord knows it’s not easy trying to get little tots to doze off to dream land, but this dad is totally onto something. The dad who regularly posts to YouTube created a video mashup using different instruments to make his little baba happy […]

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SAY WHAT?! So apparently, a childminder was fired for not taking the kids under her watch on a shopping spree… during Ophelia. You know, the HURRICANE that devastated certain parts of the country and even people’s lives? A woman named Jennifer told RTÉ Liveline that she showed up to babysit her employer’s children on Monday […]

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HATE is a strong word to use and this mum says no one should use it to express how they feel about children. Plenty of people don’t want children, and some have mustered up a dislike for them for various reasons. Instances like being trapped on a plane beside a crying baby, having one vomit […]

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A new service called Advanced Mobile Location (AML) has been launched here, allowing emergency services to locate the exact location of a person in distress. The AML service, which is already being used in the UK, Austria, Lithuania, Estonia and New Zealand, uses location technology on Android devices to give emergency services a much more […]

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Every little girl and boy is going to want to get their hands on this beauty! Not only do we love Lego (it’s just so much fun!) but this time it also brings a hint of nostalgia plus a very significant message. Meet Lego’s Women of NASA! The set is ready to hit stores on […]

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In the wake of the Harvey Weinstein scandal and the numerous upsetting stories we’re hearing a lot of lately, it’s no surprise parents, including Kelly Clarkson, feel the need to have a DMC with the little ones. The 35-year-old singer has four children – the youngest being 3-year-old River Rose and 18-month-old Remington Alexander – […]

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From tomorrow onwards, a couple will no longer need to be married in order to adopt a child. Anyone, gay or heterosexual, who has been living together for a minimum of three years will be able to adopt a child. Up until now, only married couples or individuals could qualify to adopt. According to the […]

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A report by the Institute of Alcohol Studies shows kids are more likely to feel worried and a little overwhelmed when parents are tipsy. The study didn’t look at alcohol addiction but rather non-dependent drinking and its effect on the family. By conducting an online survey of 1000 parents and their kids along with focus […]

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Good things happen to good people who work hard and believe in themselves. We know this because, well that’s what happened to Eimear. Seventeen-year-old Eimear O’Tuathail from Galway sent Ellen a message saying she wrote her a song because basically, Ellen is her all-time favourite person. Can’t blame her for that one. Little did the […]

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The Hollywood actress made a poignant speech at last night’s ELLE’s Women in Hollywood event. The Harvey Weinstein scandal came up, but it was Jennifer’s description of a rather traumatic experience of her own, by a female producer, that had jaws dropping and folks feeling outraged. The 27-year-old actress didn’t name the film, but she […]

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The DSPCA are urging everyone to be mindful of animals and their pets. With Met Éireann having issued a red weather warning in the wake of Ophelia, schools having been shut, public transport has been majorly affected and with numerous reports of power outages across the south today, it’s important we don’t forget about any […]

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She’s going to be one of the lucky ones, who believes it’s possible thanks to this ref. Four-year-old Clara Walker, from West Yorkshire in the UK, was brought by her dad Nathan to a football match in Garforth Town, along with her 9-month-old brother, Rufus. Ready for the match @TheGarforthTown pic.twitter.com/mJ8aVTYqUn — Hullablue (@hullablue) October […]

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Kristina has said she’s happy she waited to have children until the age of 38 – it even has her feeling younger. The professional Russian dancer gave birth to a beautiful little girl named Mila in June 2016, and has said she needed to wait until she was mentally prepared. My little star was born […]

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The new law came into effect after a Facebook page was set up by a mother advocating for it. Parents in a New York town could face jail if their child is deemed a bully under the newly passed law. Under this new anti-bullying law, parents could potentially be fined $250 and sentenced to 15 […]

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We all get it a little wrong sometimes. Or maybe we just hear what we want to? When it comes to kids, their vocabulary can be a little off at times – sure it takes years to learn all these new words and phrases, and it’s no easy feat! It’s hard work understanding words we’ve […]

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A family in Ohio learned that the biological mother of a little girl they adopted had been ‘tricked.’ Jessica and Adam Davis had four beautiful children of their own, but with the ability to have another, they decided they would adopt, giving another child a better chance in life. Jessica said; “For us, adopting was […]

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We just can’t get enough of the 38-year-old singer-songwriter that is Pink! She always manages to pull our heart-strings. Constantly advocating for good, and striking positivity into every individual, especially young girls, she’s pretty much impossible not to love. Not only is she famed for her incredible talents but also due to the fact she […]

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Stunning!

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This is sure to pull a few heart strings! What better way to distract your other half than have a flash mob saunter right up beside you and the surrounding crowd? Well that’s exactly what happened on Dublin’s Grafton Street last week and now, somebody’s getting married! The tweens from House of Swag Dance Studio […]

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Drinking sugary drinks can slash your chances of conceiving according to a study conducted by Harvard University. Researchers found that consuming more than one sugary drink per day can cut a woman’s chances of IVF success by 16 percent. While drinking just one sugary drink a day could slash chances of conceiving by 12 percent. […]

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Humans of Dublin, the folks who give us beautiful insight into the lives of Dubliners on a regular basis are doing something VERY special right now. They’ve teamed up with the Childhood Cancer Foundation, which helps advocate for improved conditions and services for kids affected by cancer, which can cause harsh and life-long effects. The […]

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Yesterday, Ben Affleck took to Twitter in an attempt to apologise for his actions. This week’s news brought us the Harvey Weinstein scandal – the movie executive accused of sexual harassment by a number of women including Ashley Judd, Angleina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow. After the scandal broke, Affleck released a statement claiming Weinstein’s actions […]

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They don’t call it the survival kit for nothing!

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So, this year’s Bram Stoker Festival will be back with an almighty bang this October Bank Holiday weekend! It looks epic if we may say so, AND it’s the perfect way to celebrate and learn about Halloween for all the family. Here’s the list of family-friendly events you won’t want to miss. 1. Stokerland, St […]

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Many of you who judge from personal experience may think that the following is most definitely the opposite way around. But we suppose all families and cultures are different, right? Researchers conducted four experiments in the US and India, measuring the spending habits of parents. In one experiment, they were told they had to give […]

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Parents of little tots, you might be pleased to hear this one. From September 2018, all children between the ages of three and four will be entitled to two full years of free preschool. Minister for Children, Katherine Zappone, secured funding in this year’s Budget to increase the average entitlement to 76 weeks (up from […]

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They too can play dress-up. And they’ll look so much cuter than everyone else too. Some very little ones might not fully grasp what all the hype is about but often we don’t want them to miss out on what older siblings are enjoying either. Enter – the delightful little get-ups from Pennys. Wriggling tots […]

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A survey conducted by the Irish Primary Principals Network showed more than a quarter of its members had seen a rise in anxiety within their schools. With anxiety and worry becoming a more predominant factor in the lives of children, Minister for Education, Richard Bruton, has introduced plans to train teachers, so as mindfulness can […]

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Don’t they just grow up SO fast! Madonna’s second eldest child, Rocco, is said to be ‘hanging out’ an awful lot with 16-year-old London based singer, Chantelle Lee. Rocco who now lives in London with his director dad, Guy Ritchie, after dad won a bitter legal battle last year, is said to be ‘smitten’. After […]

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In fairness those animals look very sweet and friendly indeed. And perhaps they are, but they’re also a bit bold and sometimes a little bit sleazy. The book called If Animals Could Talk by Carla Butwin and Josh Cassidy, imagines what these cartoon animals would say when finding themselves in different scenarios, and some of […]

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CUTE!

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Looking for a little something exciting in the run-up to Christmas? Well look no further! Okay so we realise it’s not even Halloween yet and the thought of Christmas might even make some of you feel a bit sick… but… it’s important to get into shops fast if you see something you’d like for those […]

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The 36-year-old Stone Cold Sober singer welcomed her baby last December with French partner Leyman Lahcine. Since then, she has been keeping mum about the name and gender of her precious little baba, enjoying life as a new mum. It wasn’t all merry though, the singer also had a rough few months recovering from a […]

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