Say hello to a less stressful week ahead

8 years ago

Well, that’s clever! Any mama who has ever breastfed will probably tell you that while it is all sorts of great in many ways, it can also be tough going – especially on your poor nipples. Which is why we are currently loving the nifty trick actress (and mum-of-two) Brooklyn Decker just shared with Purewow. […]

8 years ago

Paying for childcare in Ireland, as all of us who are doing it knows, is so insanely expensive that for many, it becomes a situation where you are weighing up your options of staying at home or basically working just to cover the cost of someone else looking after your child. The long-term effects of […]

8 years ago

Welcome to the world.  Late last night the news broke that Rachel Weisz has given birth at 48 – to a healthy baby girl. The actress and her husband, James Bond actor Daniel Craig, welcomed their first child together in New York City, where the pair are currently living. The couple, who each have a […]

8 years ago

Make lunch time magical, mamas.

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Take your ‘mum hair’ to the next level.

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Running in heels? No thanks. Look, we love a pair of glam AF heels as much as you do, but guys – there is a time and a place for comfort, and when it comes to the school run and busy morning drop-off’s, we are all about our flats these days. Dragging kids around? Heck, […]

8 years ago

Autumn is here, guys. There is simply no denying the chill in the air these last few mornings, and we have to say, after the summer we have had, we are more than a little ready to embrace crisp mornings, dark evenings and lots of time spent snuggled up at home. Yay – hygge all […]

8 years ago

Making waves everywhere. Irish baby names are not only popular here on home soil, but also abroad. Curious as to what is trending when it comes to Irish baby names outside of Ireland? Well, here are the names names of Irish origin the Americans are going ga-ga for, according to Babynames.com: Top Irish Girl Names […]

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Thinking about giving your home a fresh new look this autumn? Yup, us too. There is something about being on the cusp of winter and lots of time spent indoors that always makes us want to ‘hygge’ up the place a bit. And if you are feeling like a colour change, you might be interested […]

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How old were your children when you let them use a public restroom by themselves? I will only let my eight-year-old go into the cubicle by herself if I am waiting right outside (the cubicle, not the bathroom) – which I have been told is a little hysterical – and yet when I read this […]

8 years ago

They won’t even realise it’s actually good for them

8 years ago

If you frequently find yourself having to throw out half a loaf of moldy or stale expensive artisanal (or homemade) bread, this hack is for you, mamas. The problem here is that these breads, unlike their sliced pan counterparts, lack the stabilizers present in commercial pre-sliced loaves, and so therefore goes from gorgeous to rock-hard […]

8 years ago

My little boy is a notorious wanderer. Which meant that it was always bit nervewracking being out and about with him, especially in crowds and crowded places, or near busy roads. However, what I wish I had known about when he was still a toddler is this little genius device – one I think every […]

8 years ago

Just admit it. One of the absolute worst things about summer holidays being on its absolute last legs is that soon, you’ll be spending your weekends and evening ironing those blasted uniforms again. Yup. Ironing sucks. However, did you know that slaving over a hot iron isn’t the only way you can remove wrinkles from […]

8 years ago

Sometimes you just need a bit of chocolate in your life. But at the same time, we are also trying to be good and watch what we eat. So what’s a girl to do? Well – THIS. Say hello to the most deliciously gooey and chocolate-fudge ever – that is also vegan, dairy-free, refined sugar-free […]

8 years ago

All you need are these four ingredients.

8 years ago

More and more of us are cutting down on our consumption of meat and other animal-derived products, and being vegetarian and even vegan are nowadays considered pretty mainstream.  However, while it is easy enough to stick to healthy eating while at home, it can be more tricky when you’re travelling  and don’t know where to […]

8 years ago

Taking care of your skin and indulging in some precious self-care shouldn’t mean having to dig so deep you end up forgoing it. The reality is that we all want to look and feel our best, but so often, the cost of products prevent us from treating ourselves to some everyday luxury. But that is […]

8 years ago

The perfect way to treat yo-self without feeling overindulged. Hands up who really tries to clean up their (nutritional) act, but really miss a lil’ treat to go with your afternoon cuppa? Yup, us too. But not any more, guys. Because we have just found the perfect guilt-free treat, that despite being flour-free (and therefor […]

8 years ago

We have ALL been here.

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Need to trick your kids into eating something healthy?

8 years ago

You’re not still just shopping for clothes at H&M, are you? Because if you are, guys, you are missing out big time – because the fashion retailer also have an interior line, and it is just getting better and better. Just like their clothing collection, the interiors line is a perfect mix of super-trendy pieces […]

8 years ago

I love when my skin looks lovely and tanned. It makes me feel taller, thinner and just, well, everything seems more right in my world when I have a tan. However, being a beauty writer and having interviewed an absolute ton of dermatologists and skincare experts over the years, I avoid the actual sun like […]

8 years ago

Feel like a little post-summer change, hair-wise? Yup, us too. There is something about the change of season that just makes ut want to throw out the old and bring in the new. Like a new, fresh colour for our hair, for instance. Summer often can take a toll on our locks, especially after a […]

8 years ago

If you like Sophie, why not consider…

8 years ago

It ain’t over till it’s over. Summer, that is. And if you got some holidays left to take and are planning a little vacay to the sun, we have rounded up five seriously gorgeous (and super-affordable) buys to snap up right now. The best bit? You’ll no doubt get more than just this trip out […]

8 years ago

Got a pregnant pal? Whether you are going to her baby shower soon, or just want to stop by with a little something that tells her you are happy for her and thinking of her, we have rounded up five gorgeous gifts we reckon any mum-to-be would be delighted to unwrap: 1. Printed canvas tote […]

8 years ago

Fancy a day out somewhere the entire family will enjoy – even your tech-obsessed and eye-rolling-prone tweens and teens? Well, look no further. In September, Explorium, Ireland’s National Science and Sport Centre, will open its doors in Sandyford, Dublin 18, and it sounds like a day of absolute superb fun. The people at Explorium have […]

8 years ago

Well, this gives us anxiety…

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These are classics.

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Paleo, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free and grain-free – and yet bound to go down an absolute goddamn treat with the kids.  How’s that for parenting win, my friends? Even better – these no-bake cookies could not be easier to make, requiting only four simple ingredients and voila; done. Better yet? Just let […]

8 years ago

Ideal for busy weeknights.

8 years ago

I spent the first year of my little girls’ life in Norway (where I am from), and the best part of my little boy’s first year here in Ireland, and I will be the first person to say that when it comes to breastfeeding – these two countries are miles – MILES – apart. At […]

8 years ago

Has your teen or tween or teen outgrown their childhood bedroom decor a little? Fear not – you do not have to fork out a small fortune to give their rooms a more age-appropriate (and seriously cool) look. Nope, mamas – all you need is a trip to your nearest Penneys, and you are all […]

8 years ago

It is printed in a mindblowing 203 MILLION copies and 35 different languages every year – surpassing both the Bible or the Quran when it comes to distribution and reach.  And to Ikea fans worldwide, the month of August pretty much means one thing: the new Ikea catalogue comes out. The importance of the catalogue […]

8 years ago

With a summer like the one we’ve been having, is it any wonder we are all about gorgeous staycations right here in Ireland this month? And it seems great minds think alike, as Airbnb recently revealed a 30 percent growth in family travel across Ireland for the long weekend– with domestic travel making up a […]

8 years ago

It’s World Breastfeeding Week. A week where we celebrate breastfeeding and breastfeeding mums – and aim to educate parents and prospective parents worldwide about the benefits of breast milk and breastfeeding – for mums and babies – and even the economy and environment. The focus is also to try to normalize breastfeeding and remove any […]

8 years ago

Don’t go anywhere without these

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Looking for something fun to do with the kids this upcoming Bank Holiday weekend? Well, look no further. At Dundrum Town Centre’s Mill Theatre, fresh from its preview at the 2018 GalwayTheatre Festival, Morgan Creative presents a dramatic re-imagining of Antoine de-Saint Exupery’s “The Little Prince” – translated and adapted by Oisín Robbins. The Little […]

8 years ago

I bet you – like me – dream of the perfect, easy-to-throw-together wardrobe – where all your bits just work and can be mixed and matched, giving you tons of outfit variations from just a handful key pieces.  Sounds fab? Well, this autumn, be prepared to have your morning routine become a lot easier – […]

8 years ago

Look, we know it’s still hot AF outside. But as we are still donning our flip flops and flimsy summer dresses, the shops are quickly filling up with gorgeous autumn and winter fashion. And the thing is, if you want to get your hands on the really gorgeous pieces, the ones everyone is going to […]

8 years ago

Got a little Lego enthusiast living with you? Then you might schedule in a little day trip up to Kildare, where the Big Brick Exhibition and Building Experience is open at the Limecrete Room in Castletown House and Parklands in Celbridge, and runs daily until September 2.nd, 2018. The fun and family friendly exhibition […]

8 years ago

A scroll through Instagram with all the perfect houses, mums and babies can be enough to make you feel totally inadequate with your own little life, no? Heck; even Blake Lively herself admitted to getting life-envy when scrolling through some of her favourite have-to-follow-them Instagram profiles. And boy is it easy to get lost in […]

8 years ago

Is there anything as relaxing as getting stuck into a good book? We think not. Which we have rounded up 10 great page-turners we doubt you’ll be able to put down while chilling pool-side this summer. 1. Beautiful Fools by R. Clifton Spargo Another novel inspired by the Fitzgeralds’s, but this one tells the story […]

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And with prices starting at just €16, what are you waiting for?

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Pregnant and dreaming of some precious time just the two of you before baby arrives? Well, then you might be interested to know that the stunning Lough Eske Castle Hotel in Donegal have just launched a very tempting “Babymoon Package” and guys – it sounds pretty much all sorts of amazing. Here are some details […]

8 years ago

TWO bundles of joy on the way, mama? Congratulations! If your babies are both girls, and you have started thinking about names, you might have already realised that while coming up with one good baby name can be tough enough, finding two great ones that will also sound well together is pretty much twice as […]

8 years ago

It is without a doubt the cocktail of the summer. The classic of Italian aperetivo with its distinctive orange colour and a taste that in an instant can mentally transport you to glowing sunsets on the Amalfi Coast or a street-side café in Rome or Milan. We have all been perfecting our Aperol recipes all […]

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Are you all set for your new arrival, mama? Few things are are lovely as getting your home ready for a baby, and decorating their very first room (much as it might be a while before they actually sleep or play in it) is pretty much one of the highlights of pregnancy, if you ask […]

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