Heard of how important tummy time is, yet faced with a baby who howls when put down on the front like that? I feel you, mama, I have been that soldier too. The thing is, it is pretty important to help babies get in some “tummy time” during waking hours, so this might be one […]

8 years ago

I am a huge fan of DIY face masks. Not only because shop bought face masks are more expensive, but also because when you make your own skincare, you get to make sure it contains only natural and clean ingredients too. And guess what – even big stars, with beauty budgets far extending ours, make […]

8 years ago

“We immediately informed all our stores to stop selling all types of Squishies.” They are the IT toy of the moment, and children all over Ireland are at present lining up to spend their pocket money on so-called squishies. If you are yet to be hit up for money for one of these and unsure […]

8 years ago

You can hide your dry skin away all winter long but once the sun comes out, it’s time to exfoliate. There are plenty of gorgeous spa treatments or expensive products you can invest in to combat your dry skin of course, but I have fallen head over heels in love with this easy, peasy DIY […]

8 years ago

I’ll be the first to confess that smoothies are my morning life-saver. As in; the fact that you can just throw a bunch of fruit and veg into the Nutribullet, press the button, and boom; breakfast – that you can actually consume on the go between creche and school drop-off, is, to me, all sorts […]

8 years ago

This is good news for mums who have to supplement with formula.

8 years ago

Due to several logistical factors, my little girl, when she was a baby, had been on just over 100 flights before she turned three. And many, many more since then. My little boy, three and a half year her junior, was only five days old when he boarded his first flight – so brand new […]

8 years ago

As busy mums, we are always on the lookout for easy, healthy-ish, loved-by-children recipes. Which is why we have rounded up three meat-free kid favorites that we’ll all (more than happily) chow down on, too. 1. Creamy Cherry Tomato & Summer Squash Pasta Because you can’t go wrong with pasta. Ingredients ½ pound whole grain […]

8 years ago

Sometimes, mamas, sometimes we all need a hit of something chocolate-y and sweet. However, it is almost bikini season, so if you, like us, are trying to veer on the more nutritious side of treats, well, then you are going to love these butter-, sugar-, and flour-free brownies as much as we do. Seriously – […]

8 years ago

Ready to head off on your holidays soon, mama? You lucky thing! But before you board –make sure you pack right for the flight there. What to pick up now? Well, we’ve got our eyes on these three: 1. Straw Shopper Handbag Getting your in-flight handbag right is crucial, and we are swooning over this […]

8 years ago

Not keen on giving your baby a super-popular name that she has to share with half her class when the time comes for her to start school? We hear you. Which is why we have rounded up 27 gorgeous, slightly unusual and unique baby girl names we really, really love – and think you will […]

8 years ago

In a panic realizing Father’s Day is, in fact, tomorrow? Fear not, guys! We have rounded up a handful of really fab gifts you can pick up across the country today that he is actually bound to love: 1. Canvas Shoes Cool footwear for a cool guy. €19.99, H&M 2. Nivea Anti Irritation After Shave […]

8 years ago

As it stands, only about five percent of babies are actually born on their estimated due dates. The majority, in fact, are born in and around this date, with babies born as much as three weeks before their due dates, or up to two weeks after, normally being considered full term. Women are traditionally told […]

8 years ago

Apart from the pain, of course!

8 years ago

What is Friday night without a little treat? And we got just the thing for you. Say hello to freezer fudge, possibly the easist and yummiest thing to whip up ever. This is a recipe for basic peanut butter freezer fudge (or any other nut butter you prefer), but once you get a hang of […]

8 years ago

Giving birth is amazing. It is most likely the most empowering, fantastic, exciting and life-changing thing you will ever do with your body. But let’s all agree that it is also pretty painful. I mean; we are talking getting an entire human out of a teeny, tiny little opening. And not only is it sore […]

8 years ago

Disclaimer: My kids love treats. Like; LOVE them – to a sometimes a little worrying extent. Take yesterday, for instance, when we had picked up some delicious fudge at our local farmer’s market, given the kids a little taste each and brought the rest home to enjoy once they were in bed (as you do). […]

8 years ago

Toddlers are toddlers, not matter how blue their blood might be. And this past week has shown us that even royal toddlers get up to all sorts in any unsurpervised seconds their mum is busy with something else for four seconds. Like when the Swedish royals were gathered for little Princess Adrienne’s Christening ceremony in […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Easofen for Children. Fever is one of the most common reasons that parents attend a doctor’s surgery or the emergency department, but do you know what to do if your baby has a high temperature? Body temperature is considered to be normal when between 36ºC and 36.8ºC. Temperatures between 37.5ºC and […]

8 years ago

If you are looking for a learning experience and education that offers something a little bit different, then you might want to look into making the move to Co. Sligo. In September, a brand new school of ‘self-directed learning’ will open, and more than 20 children have been enrolled already, with families relocating from all […]

8 years ago

Loose, tousled beach waves (think Lauren Conrad) are pretty much the sexiest (and most low-maintenance) hair style you can rock in the summer. And if YOU fancy re-creating the famous loose LC curls at home, you’re in luck, because her hair stylist, Kristin Ess, just shared a brief and super easy tutorial on her Instagram […]

8 years ago

Always arrive 5 minutes late? Good for you!

8 years ago

There is something to that old ‘an apple a day’ saying, after all, it seems. In fact, according to a new study, we should be eating plenty of apples a day – or other fruits, especially if we are trying to get pregnant. Researchers who recently looked at more than 5,500 women from Britain, Ireland, […]

8 years ago

Don’t buy into the hype! Expecting your first baby, it is more than a little tempting to buy EVERY baby product under the sun – you know – just to make sure you are not missing anything. But trust me, a good 75 % of the so-called “must-haves” are completely and utterly unnecessary. Not to […]

8 years ago

Breast is best is a slogan much used in order to try to convince more new mums to breastfeed their babies.  And it is easy to understand the push from midwives who know just how healthy and beneficial breastmilk is to newborns, especially when you take into account that the UK and Ireland have extremely […]

8 years ago

You can thank Australians for this amazing invention!

8 years ago

Minimal prep, minimal clean-up? We’re in.

8 years ago

These are truly magical sounding.

8 years ago

Wow – really, Beyonce?!

8 years ago

It is Friday – finally! And that in itself deserves a celebration, we think. And what better way to celebrate than with popcorn. Yes, you heard us – popcorn. But not popcorn as you know it, ladies. Oh no. Tonight, why not try getting a little creative and pop up a batch with one of […]

8 years ago

In a world of Instagram and Snapchat and Facebook, it can be so very easy to assume from someone’s happy snaps of avocado-laden brunches and bronzed legs on a beach that they are literally peak happy.  That all is well in their lives, and, in fact, that our own lives almost seem boring in comparison. […]

8 years ago

Close your eyes and think of summer. Of white beaches and balmy nights. Of summer dresses and ice cold drinks and lazy afternoons by the pool. Now; what does it all smell like? What is the scent of summer? Well, we have found it. In a bottle. And it is so deliciously summery, you’ll be […]

8 years ago

Can’t function without your morning coffee? We hear ya. But as we’re in the middle of a serious heatwave right now, we reckon it is time to come up with some new ways to enjoy our usual cup of java. And while there is always the option of iced coffee, we think what these hotter […]

8 years ago

This has been holding onto its cult status for almost 40 years now.

8 years ago

Been to any of these yet?

8 years ago

Yeah! Two trimesters down, and only one to go! And before you know it, you will be holding your baby in your arms and all life as you know it will forever be different. (Better, louder, funner, crazier etc.) The thing is, the third trimester is most definitively a little tougher than the second one […]

8 years ago

Cool dads, foodie dads, fancy dads – we got you covered.

8 years ago

Turns out those white, waxy bits are there for a reason.

8 years ago

Your little people (and Instagram feed) will love these.

8 years ago

We have our eye on the studio apartment in beautiful Porto.

8 years ago

Summer is the perfect time to reset your eating habits.

8 years ago

Because we are all dreading the afternoon dinner rush.

8 years ago

Just look at those jet-black fluttery lashes!

8 years ago

Guilt-free indulging is our thing.

8 years ago

Minimum input, maximum results. Seriously, there is nothing not to love about these very cool looking Oreo chocolate bats, I think we can all agree. In fact, we’ll go as far as calling them pretty much the perfect kitchen project to take on with your kids, or whip up as a seasonal sweet treat if […]

8 years ago

Are YOU due in the next four weeks?

8 years ago

Step away from the Nutribullet, my friends. Look, we know the last couple of years have been all about the healthy smoothies, and there isn’t a counter top left in the land that doesn’t sport a high speed blender and a freezer full of smoothie packs. The thing is, while a green smoothie is great, […]

8 years ago

Just ask any mum with a child names Jack or Sophie why you might want to know this.

8 years ago

Our obsession with clean and anti-bacterial is harmful to our health.

8 years ago

He suggests that a young boy’s place is in the home until well beyond their first few years.

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