School kids reportedly prefer gaming over physical play In a world where screens dominate daily life, it’s no surprise that gaming is increasingly edging out physical play among school-age children. According to Steffan Black, an expert at Zenshield, nearly 60% of kids aged 6 to 13 now prefer video games over traditional outdoor play. This […]

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According to a recent survey, over 50% of newly qualified teachers are considering leaving Ireland to pursue teaching positions overseas According to Teachers’ Union of Ireland President, David Waters: “We need to keep these top-quality graduates [and] that means we have to have attractive terms and conditions.  “Unfortunately if you’re getting a bit-piece contract, there’s […]

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“Just like all his little friends in school, they get nothing. There are no services” In a country where access to essential services for children with disabilities can feel like a maze, the story of Amy Gallagher and her little boy, Henry, is shining a much needed light on the challenges faced by countless families […]

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Police in Gran Canaria have launched an investigation into the untimely death of a young Irish holidaymaker in his 30s. The man is believed to be from Downpatrick in Co Down. His body was discovered in a popular holiday destination, sending shockwaves through the community. Reports indicate that the victim suffered head injuries, with Spanish […]

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Irish primary and secondary school students are reportedly not getting enough exercise according to the HSE Today marks the launch of the National Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Ireland by the Health Service Executive (HSE) and the Department of Health, highlighting the importance of exercise.  These guidelines bring Ireland in alignment with the […]

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Keeping a solid bedtime routine can be difficult at the best of times With the Christmas holidays nearly upon us, it’s only natural that the little ones are going to try and test the boundaries to stay up later at bedtime. Depending on the child, they either hate getting started with their bedtime routine each […]

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Getting kids to finally give up their soothers can be a nightmare of a process. When they become so dependent on them for comfort, it can be quite the task to end the habit. According to the HSE, thumb sucking and soothers can affect your child’s tooth and jaw development – particularly when adult teeth […]

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The MMR vaccine will be available for young adults, healthcare workers, and vulnerable populations such as refugees, asylum seekers, and the homeless community Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has announced funding for a comprehensive MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) catch-up vaccination programme. This initiative comes in response to a concerning uptick in measles cases across […]

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In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, it can seem impossible to protect our little ones entirely Once our kids have access to apps like TikTok, do we ever really know what they’re being exposed to – even with parenting locks activated? TikTok continues to capture the attention of young users and despite their age […]

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As of February 16th, thirteen-year-olds have had access to WhatsApp. This latest move marks a departure from the previous age restriction on WhatsApp that required users to be at least 16 years old.  The adjustment brings WhatsApp in line with the age requirements of most other social media platforms. However, CyberSafeKids CEO Alex Cooney highlighted […]

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A child psychiatrist has raised alarm over the harmful effects of a legal semi-synthetic cannabis on children’s health and well-being.  According to a recent study conducted by doctors at the University of Galway and Mercy University Hospital Cork, this synthetic cannabis substance is easily accessible online and in retail outlets across Ireland.  The research also […]

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Parents will all experience this in some form or another. Little ones are great at lots of things and oversharing is absolutely one of them. Once they begin to chat, you best believe they will be listening… to EVERYTHING. Some mums and dads have learned the hard way that when it comes to life at […]

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A child psychotherapist has advised one mum on how to introduce her new boyfriend to her child. It’s a step that many men and women come to in life, if their relationship with the mother or father of their children doesn’t work out. While it can be a difficult time for everyone involved, child psychotherapist […]

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A woman has been advised of what to do now that her daughter has become very health conscious to the point of obsession. The mum spoke to Newstalk about the health issue and says, “it started during Covid, but it hasn’t improved since the pandemic ended”. She even said that since the end of the […]

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New mum, Pixie Lott looks fantastic as she poses with her three-month-old Pixie Lott has shared some adorable snaps of her baby boy as she celebrated her 33rd birthday. The singer’s birthday was on January 12th and the star shared pictures from The Cadogan Arms in Chelsea, London, with her husband Oliver Cheshire (35) and […]

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Arriving home with your new baby is the most blissful feeling, but it comes with some of the most terrifying moments of realisation. Protective instincts kick in and sometimes they can be overwhelming as you try to settle into your new life with a baby. In Ireland, approximately 3,500 infants are born premature each year […]

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Breastfeeding is one of the most wonderful but often difficult things we can do as women The level of worry that comes with being a new mum and breastfeeding has a lot to do with; is my baby getting enough milk? Are they gaining enough weight? Are they settling in between feeds? It’s a daunting […]

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A mum whose 10-month-old is already addicted to playing with phones has asked other parents for advice on how to navigate the digital landscape as her child grows. Every child will arrive at an age where they want and need a phone to contact their parents – most importantly – and their friends.  But with […]

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Do you believe in the power of affirmations? If you’re a new mum heading towards your due date, you may feel anxious and worried about what to expect during labour and birth. If you’re really feeling the pressure – no pun intended – and respond well to the power of affirmations, an Irish company, kinhood.ie, […]

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Prepare the kids, new Bluey episodes arrive on Friday! If you’re panicking that the little ones have run out of episodes of their favourite show, Bluey…fear not. New episodes of Bluey are landing on Disney+ on January 12th. The highly recommended kid’s show saw its popularity skyrocket in recent years, and now there will be […]

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Could schools close this week? Met Eireann has warned of freezing temperatures arriving this week. The forecast predicts lingering frost and icy patches over the coming days with lowest temperatures of -3C. The west of Ireland and the midlands are in for the coldest temperatures, with areas of Mayo hitting the -3C mark. If you […]

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Stacey looks amazing! People are hailing Stacey Solomon for her confidence and beauty in her latest Instagram post. The 34-year-old shared pictures from her family trip to the Caribbean over Christmas, showcasing her ‘real body’ with zero editing. The mum-of-five is well-known for keeping it real on her social media platform and has garnered 5.8 […]

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People across Ireland may finally breathe a sigh of relief over the cost of their weekly food shop this year. Several household food staples are due to reduce in price across the next 12 months, according to an Irish economist. This comes as the rate of inflation is expected to drop to 3.2% this year […]

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Free contraception will be available up to the age 31 Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has today announced the expansion of the free contraception scheme to include women aged 31. The free contraception scheme is open to women, girls and other people identifying as transgender or non-binary, who are residents in Ireland and for whom […]

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A TikTok video has gone viral after it showed people how to properly fill the dishwasher, and it seems we have all been doing it wrong. Many people have been taking to the comments to say they are guilty of the mistakes being highlighted in the video. For one, if you’re putting your glasses over […]

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Coming from a fellow coeliac… I only discovered this in 2022 after ten years of being gluten-free. There are thousands of families living with allergies who are not taking advantage of the tax relief they are entitled to. That’s according to a recent Taxback Taxpayer Sentiment Survey, which showed six in ten people had no idea […]

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Eczema affects around 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in Ireland For most kids the skin condition is mild, however, for some the outbreaks can be very uncomfortable and need treatment. A mum has gone viral on TikTok after sharing her great bath time advice for parents who have kid’s with eczema. […]

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Yet another reason to adore Blake Lively! Blake Lively fans have been hailing the actress for the very real pictures she has been posting from her family trip to Disneyland Paris. The mum-of-four shared a glimpse into her family adventures at Disneyland Paris and revealed that she didn’t opt to take a break from her […]

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“She will charge me €18 for each hour she takes care of the baby” A woman has left people divided after she revealed her mum refused to babysit ‘for free’ and demanded an hourly rate as well as ‘late fees’. The 29-year-old new mum said she and her partner work and because she is the […]

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Families come in all shapes and sizes with many changes occurring throughout life. If you’re thinking about introducing your new partner to your kids, who may eventually become a step-parent, it can be scary. Not knowing how your kids will react, and whether or not they will be accepting of a new dynamic. The ISPCC […]

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A mum is receiving tonnes of support online after she shared an awkward situation she landed in with one of her aunt’s over her parenting style. The mum-of-one asked for the public’s opinion on her decision to assign chores to her two-year-old daughter. She initially explained that her little one is at the age where […]

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Robbie Williams is a man of many talents It just seems that decorating a Christmas tree isn’t one of them as his wife Ayda Field shared a hilarious video of him struggling. The singer was on dad duty as he attempted to stretch up and place the star on the top of the tree but […]

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A concerned father has asked for advice on how to navigate changing his very young daughter’s name. He explained that she decided to change her name from Rosemary to Jenna – for a good enough reason in our books. The little girl has a speech impediment and can’t say her own name without feeling “sad […]

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Pouring grease down the drain can cause havoc! The holiday season is upon us and the festive cheer is in full swing, so Clean Coasts, in collaboration with Uisce Éireann, is advising people to avoid one thing over the holidays.  They’re asking people to ‘Think Before You Pour’ this Christmas and New Year, to avoid […]

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A mum has taken to the internet to reassure other mums and dads in her position this Christmas that they shouldn’t feel bad. She admitted that she doesn’t plan on getting her kids much for Christmas and said she’s tired of always wondering if she is doing enough. Speaking about their financial situation, the mum-of-two […]

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Dreaded cases of Covid are well and truly back but thankfully, the rules have changed slightly! While isolation is still recommended so you don’t pass Covid on to someone else, if you tested positive today you could still make Christmas. According to the latest advice from the HSE, if you have tested positive for Covid-19, […]

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Christmas Day is just around the corner now, which means supermarket opening hours will change up a little bit – catching some of us out. Every year, supermarket doors close on Christmas Day and work shorter hours around then to allow their staff to take very well-deserved breaks from the chaos of the Christmas season. […]

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A mum has taken to the internet ahead of Christmas Day to give other parents advice if they’re buying their kids bikes or scooters. There will be lots of children receiving Christmas presents of bikes, scooters and hover boards from Santa and family members and it is essential they have a helmet. One mum has […]

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This year has surpassed the peak of last year’s RSV surge The HSE has issued a warning over RSV and flu infections which are reportedly circulating at very high levels. People are being urged to try and limit the spread of the illness by: Over the past seven days, there has been a 60 per […]

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The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising adults not to buy e-scooters, scramblers or quad bikes for kids this Christmas. Despite the passing of legislation earlier this year permitting the use of e-scooters on roads, the RSA are highlighting the fact that this does not include children. Under the regulations, children will not be allowed […]

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Ciara has welcomed her fourth baby! 37-year-old singer, Ciara welcomed her little girl with her NFL husband, Russell Wilson (35), on Monday. Amora Princess Wilson was born on Monday, December 11th, weighing in at 9 lbs., 1 oz., according to the couple. They shared a joint post on social media and captioned it: “We Love […]

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The Christmas holidays are fast approaching now, which means the kids will be off school for a few weeks and online. They’ll want to keep in touch with their friends online and over the phone across the break and so parents are being urged to be vigilant about their internet safety. Fine Gael’s Colm Markey […]

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Final dates for packages being sent via An Post to the USA and Europe are fast approaching. Christmas is just around the corner now, and An Post are busy sorting through all of the letters, parcels and gifts being sent around the world. For many people this time of year marks the return of family […]

2 years ago

AllView Healthcare’s state-of-the-art skin cancer service has emerged as a beacon of hope for rapid treatment in Ireland. However, despite its success in Dublin hospitals, this innovative technology has faced unexpected hurdles, with over two-thirds of national dermatology departments yet to fully implement it. AllView Healthcare, led by CEO Eoin O’Reilly, provides advanced skin cancer […]

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If you’re approaching the six-month mark of breastfeeding your baby, you may be thinking about the weaning process and their vitamin needs. According to experts, your baby should be given certain foods to make sure they receive the nutrients they need while they’re weaning to help them grow and develop. Here is a list of […]

2 years ago

According to the HSE, all children aged 1 to 4 years need a vitamin D supplement during the winter. This is because they can’t get enough from the sun or their diet in these months in Ireland. Among the many benefits of getting enough Vitamin D is healthy bones and teeth. The advice to give […]

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The sale of e-cigarettes to anyone under the age of 18 will be illegal in Ireland before Christmas. That’s according to Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, who has today welcomed the completion of the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill in both Houses of the Oireachtas. The Bill will now be sent […]

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Check your Christmas lights if you purchased them online recently! A safety issue has been identified with a number of batches of Achin Outdoor String Christmas Lights. The products are sold on Amazon and present a risk of electric shock, according to the CCPC, as they do not meet the requirements of the relevant regulations. […]

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Every parent knows the struggle of getting little ones to sleep on Christmas Eve, the excitement is sometimes too much. If you’re already making plans to convince the little ones to bed before Santa arrives, sleep expert, Dave Gibson, has put together an in-depth guide of practical tips and strategies to help you. Speaking with […]

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Huge congrats MAY be in order! Reports in the US on Monday night are claiming that Nelly and Ashanti are expecting their first child together. According to US Weekly, the pair rekindled their relationship earlier this year with a source leaking their exciting baby news. “Nelly and Ashanti are welcoming their first baby together,” a […]

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