If you’re preparing to welcome a little one into the world, you may be thinking about creating your own birthing playlist.  Birthing playlists are a great idea to give you extra motivation when you’re in labour, as well as a sense of familiarity and a stress-reducing distraction during what can be an overwhelming time. Plus, they’re super fun and easy to make. One celebrity who has made her own birthing playlist ahead of the arrival of her fourth child is Hilary Duff.  The actress, known for her roles in Lizzie McGuire, Cheaper by the Dozen and A Cinderella Story, has revealed she’s ..read more

April is recognized as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Awareness Month, aiming to increase understanding of this complex and common condition. Up to 15% of the population is estimated to be affected by IBS, but it is often underdiagnosed. Regis Asseman, the founder and CEO of Guthealth.care, has struggled with IBS for most of his life, searching for effective long-term solutions. This lifelong quest led him to partner with licensed dieticians, psychologists and fitness experts to create a unique, holistic digital platform for IBS and gut health that currently helps IBS sufferers worldwide. "I p ..read more

RTÉ Investigates is releasing a new programme tonight surrounding abortion services in Ireland. The author of a landmark review of Ireland’s abortion law has called on the Government to prioritise ongoing issues with the legislation. In her first interview, Barrister Marie O’Shea criticised a lack of action on many of the legislative recommendations contained in the report which was delivered to the Government last year.   O’Shea was commissioned by the Department of Health to conduct her review following the introduction of abortion legislation in Ireland in 2019, after a majority r ..read more

Waterford based sustainable footwear company Polly & Andy have added family-friendly rainwear to their collection. Designed by Polly & inspired by her son Andys needs, these boots are ideal for playgrounds, parks and forest walks. Don’t allow rain to hamper your adventures, and keep puddle-jumping feet cozy and dry. Oversized handles make them easy for kids to put on and take off. Manufactured from FSC-certified natural rubber (latex extracted from trees) with a supersoft bamboo lining, these boots are comfortable from the first wear. Lightweight and flexible, they ensure dry, happy fe ..read more

A survey of over 350 households carried out by Nature Safe, the 100% natural, organic and sustainable garden care brand from Galway, reveals that only 9% said that they were very satisfied with their lawn’s appearance. Whilst 81% of us say that we enjoy looking after our lawns, 40% of respondents are dissatisfied with the appearance of their lawn and 49% describing themselves as only ‘quite satisfied’. The biggest aesthetic problems according to respondents were weeds (44%), moss (22%), maintaining a healthy green colour (19%) long/unruly grass (9%) and uneven patches (6%). Hygeia Group, which ..read more

Irish skincare brand Holos has won big recently with five accolades, at the annual Universal Beauty Awards. Now in their sixth year, the Universal Beauty Awards find the best of makeup and skincare globally. With just over 700 entries in this year's 2024 Awards, the competition was fierce to find the best of the best within the beauty industry. Judged over several months by the team of judges, they select the must-have beauty products for 2024 with products being entered from every corner of the globe. Holos had two GOLD winners in the Awards, including: Super Natural Activity Botanical Mice ..read more

These days, shopping for tween girls feels like a more challenging task than ever before. By this age, they've usually let you know that they have surpassed the age of Barbie dolls and cuddly teddies, and want to be treated more like an adult. However, they’re still not quite at an age yet for ‘grown-up’ presents, such as house plants and harsh skincare products. So, what gifts are appropriate for tweens? Well, we have a few answers for you! We have devised a comprehensive list of present ideas, all of which are suitable for tweens. These gifts still provide an element of fun and creativi ..read more

The public have spoken. Ireland’s beloved chicken fillet roll has maintained its reign as the nation’s favourite lunch, with 41% voting it their top lunchtime food ‘to go’, over other sandwich staples such as Chicken and Stuffing (14%), BLT (14%) and Chicken Caesar (13%). That’s according to new research commissioned by Ireland’s leading fuel and convenience retailer, Circle K, that examines how the nation feels about food ‘to go’. In fact, the chicken fillet roll has almost doubled in popularity in recent years. Previous Circle K research revealed 22% would rank the chicken fillet roll as the ..read more

The Happy Pear is thrilled to introduce a new addition to their collection of nutritious and tasty plant-based offerings. Meet Vita Vibe, the convenient solution to all your vitamin needs, all in one bottle. Vita Vibe comes in three delightful flavours, each packed with B vitamins and a unique blend of ingredients: Raspberry, Pink Grapefruit & Apple with B vitamins & White Tea Blood Orange, Mandarin & Ginger with B vitamins, Vitamin C & Zinc Apple, Elderflower & Lime with B vitamins & Mate Tea Enjoying your daily B vitamins has never been this tasty or easy. Whether you ..read more

Gardaí have launched a missing persons appeal for a teenage girl. 14-year-old Ellen O’Connor was last seen in Firhouse, Dublin 24 on Wednesday morning (April 10). The teen is described as being around 5 foot 10 inches in height. Ellen also has a slim build, and long dyed blonde hair. When she was last seen, Ellen was wearing a black jacket, black tracksuit bottoms and black runners. She was also carrying a black Under Armour school bag.  It is believed that Ellen might be in the Ashbourne or Balbriggan areas.  If anyone has any information regarding Ellen’s whereabouts, they are bei ..read more