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Stack of clothes empty copy space.

Life Hack: What clothes are okay to hang up and what should never be folded?

The way you store some items can have an impact on their quality and longevity

Couple's feet close-up.

Sex File: Why does my new partner take so long?

House Keys - Concept Home

‘Who wants to have a baby in their parents’ spare room?’ We waited 13 years to own a home

Cute couple cuddling in bed

Sex File: How can we have a good time in bed with adult children at home?

man touching a flat tire on the roadside

Life Hack: What to do if you have a punctured tyre and how to change it

There are a few things you should consider before attempting to change that tyre

Sat, 09 May, 2026

close-up photo of a female hands holding a pink invitation envelope with a wax seal, a gift certificate, a card, a wedding invit

I can't afford to go to a wedding — how can I decline an invitation without causing drama?

The accommodation, the gift, the time off work, childcare, travel... a wedding day can be expensive for guests. Isn't it time we allowed people to gracefully decline them

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Man and woman couple holding hands on a romantic

The changing face of Irish weddings: What are spiritual and humanist weddings?

As civil ceremonies outnumber Roman Catholic ones for the first time, Deirdre McArdle explores the variety of ways couples can now tie the knot

Tue, 05 May, 2026

Upset woman thinking about relationship problems and lover indifference

Sex File: Work stress means my partner is never in the mood

Rather than taking it personally, you need to acknowledge your partner's stress. Think about it as a temporary unwelcome house guest and shift your focus from your individual lack of confidence to your combined need for respite from stress

Mon, 04 May, 2026

Jet washing or pressure washing patio, before and after cleaning

Life Hack: Three home and garden jobs to tackle now

From weeding to patio cleaning, here are the jobs to tackle now

Sat, 02 May, 2026

Having no future in this relationship stock photo

Sex File: Why doesn't he want to have sex as much as I do?

My wonderful new man has all the qualities my ex lacked — except his libido is much lower than mine. Should I move on?

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

Young beauty woman checking her skin at mirror in the morning

Life Hack: How to self-check for signs of skin cancer

Don't think those grey clouds are protecting you. Denise O'Donoghue shares advice on what you need to know about sun cancer risks in Ireland

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Thoughtful sad man woman in bed feeling feeling despair after quarrel at home.

Sex File: My wife's racy past is haunting me

Her friend let slip about a colourful period in their early 20s and I can't get past it

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Closeup of a hand checking his Google apps, Gmail, Google Maps, Youtube

Life Hack: Embarrassed by your email? Now you can change it

A new tool from Google means Gmail users can now change their email address in a few clicks, says Denise O'Donoghue

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

Anxious girl cannot sleep near her husband in bedroom

Sex File: Should I explore my lesbian fantasies?

I can't stop fantasising about women when I have sex with my husband and keep wondering if I missed out on exploring my sexuality

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

Little boy holds a bar of chocolate in his hand

Life Hack: How to remove chocolate stains from clothes, carpets, and couches

When we crack open the eggs at Easter, a chocolate catastrophe is never far away... Denise O'Donoghue has some quick-fix solutions

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Attractive girl with a man in bed

Sex File: My orgasm has gone missing

Strong pain meds are fantastic at helping people to manage major back problems, but they play havoc with sexual function because they reduce sexual interest and arousal

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Displeased couple having problems in a bedroom.

Sex File: My wife says she is bored with our lovemaking

There are all sorts of ways to make sex more exciting, but it all starts with emotional intimacy

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

side view of smiling customer lying on orthopedic mattress in furniture store

Life Hack: How to choose the perfect mattress

The right combination of comfort, support and mattress design can help someone sleep more soundly and wake feeling better

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

High angle view of smiling couple relaxing on bed

Sex File: My new man wants a performance review almost immediately after making love

The explanations that come to mind are many and varied. Insecurity or performance anxiety are the most obvious, but his need for validation could also be an indication of competitiveness or egotism

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Mature man texting on mobile phone late at night

Sex File: His phone use is killing our love life

His libido seems to have gone down as his screen time has gone up and I feel like I'm fighting a losing battle for his attention

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

oman cleaning floor and carpet with cordless vacuum cleaner at home.

Life Hack: Does ‘slow vacuuming’ lead to cleaner carpets?

Plus a common mistake many people make when hoovering

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Woman drinking milk

Life Hack: Here’s why you shouldn't keep milk in your fridge door

Are you using all parts of your fridge correctly? I wasn't...

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

I'm glad we chose to have a cosy weekend in bed

Sex File: I can't hear his 'sweet nothings' in bed

I don't want to break the flow by asking him to repeat himself

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Big trouble in young marriage

Sex File: What can I do about my partner's worrying fantasy?

It is undoubtedly your excellent sex life and your happy relationship that have given her the confidence to share her curiosity about watching you having sex with another woman

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

Dishwashing

Life Hack: How to clean stainless steel sinks, pots, and cutlery

You're bound to have plenty of stainless steel items in the kitchen- here's how to keep them at their best.

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Reminder Sex in calendar with red pen.

Sex recession? How the frisky Danes can teach us to make more love

While other countries are deep in a sex recession, the Danish drive shows no signs of stalling. How do they stay so frisky?

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Unrecognizable latin man filling up a jar with wheat flour from a paper bag.

Life Hack: What are flour mites, are they dangerous, and how to prevent them?

If the very thought of flour mites makes you squirm, read on to find out what to do if you find them in your home

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Portrait of a Beautiful Woman Sitting on Her Bed in the Morning

Sex File: I make my new lover sleep in the spare bedroom

The decision to sleep in separate beds is normally driven by sleep incompatibilities, but in your case it is primarily driven by your anxiety

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

An Unrecognizable Businesswoman Preparing A Package For Shipping

Life Hack: How to avoid scams on Vinted and what to do if you have any problems

Buying and selling on Vinted is getting more popular, but here's what to do if you think you've been sold a fake item or think a buyer is lying about your parcel going missing

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Unhappy young couple

Sex File: I need time to reconnect with my husband, but he's keen to get into bed ASAP

Although there are lots of challenges to a long-distance marriage, there are upsides

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Businessman and businesswoman drinking coffee in the office.

Sex File: My wife's crush last year has improved our love life. Is this normal?

The fact you and your wife have survived for a year suggests this upset has helped you find your way back to each other

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

Couple having problems

Sex File: I have endometriosis and feel guilty that we can't have proper sex

My endometriosis means penetrative sex can be very painful

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Food Safety - Cutting Carrots on Plastic Cutting Board with Food Gloves

Life Hack: What are microplastics and should I swap my plastic chopping board for wood?

Plus, tips on how to clean a wooden chopping board

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Maybe he's been lying all this time

Sex File: What happens if the passion wanes between us?

Rather than undermine the fun you are having by analysing past failures or worrying about potential problems in the future, you are better off just trying to enjoy what you have while it lasts

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

Sink faucet dripping with the water drop in focus

Life Hack: How to fix a dripping tap in your home — and why mending it could save you money

One Irish plumber estimates that a slowly-dripping tap can lose more than 180 litres of water a day, and if it's a hot tap then it could add hundreds of euro to your bill over the course of a year

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Adult mature man pensive sitting alone at home on sofa close up, gray haired person thinks looks towards window, depressed sad

Sex File: I lost the dad bod while on Mounjaro but I still don't feel sexy

My wife says she finds me attractive but I don't feel it

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Plumber connecting copper water pipes.

Life Hack: How to prevent your pipes from freezing during a cold snap

Burst pipes can cause expensive damage and leave families vulnerable at one of the busiest times of the year for callouts and repairs

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Annoyed couple sitting on different sides of bed

Sex File: Are our sex drives out of sync?

I think we feel like we're failing each other

Mon, 12 Jan, 2026

Scheduling their next workout class

Life Hack: How to set up and use an online calendar for 2026

Keep on top of your hectic schedule with an online calendar — here's how to set one up that will actually work for you

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

Woman blocking ears with hands while man snoring on bed

Sex File: Will sleeping in separate beds put an end to our love life?

I'm worried it could be the beginning of the end

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

Young woman reading a book on sofa at home during christmas time

Life Hack: How little dopamine boosts can get you through the winter nights

I’ve always loved the darker months, any excuse to embrace a cosy night in and essentially hibernate. That’s why my interest was so piqued when I heard about a new trend in social media called ‘low dopamine evenings’

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

Young couple having relationship difficulties in the bedroom

Sex File: He doesn't like me talking when we're making love

Any man who interprets useful advice on how to ensure his sexual partner's enjoyment as "a bit upsetting" has so much to learn that I'm not sure I could, hand on heart, advise you to persist with the relationship.

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Man packing full shopping bags into the car trunk

Life Hack: Doing the Christmas shop? Here’s how to pack your groceries

This will help avoid arguments at the tills

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Trampoline damaged due to wind in severe storm

Life Hack: How to prepare your home if there's a storm or weather warning

Here are some things to check off your list in the event of extreme weather

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

Couple, fight and woman with man sleeping in bed, conflict or marriage issue with trouble or upset at home. Awake, above annoyed

Sex File: My partner doesn't want to have sober sex

"At the beginning of a new relationship everything is exciting and sex is so intense that you simply can't imagine a time when it won't feel that way."

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

Car driving through the puddle and splashing by water.

Life Hack: Is it ever safe to drive through a flood? Here's what you need to know

Tempted to drive through a 'shallow' flood? Think again

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

Annual leave. Out of office. Taking a break from work

Life Hack: How to hack your annual leave in 2026 to take longer breaks from work

Including how to turn three days of annual leave into a 10-day stretch off work

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

woman with a bedroom secret

Sex File: I'm scared to wake the children, so sex is off the menu

"Researchers found that when they exposed babies to white noise, the likelihood of them falling asleep increased more than threefold, from 25 to 80%."

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

Photo of pretty girl shy cover face with transparent hood rainstorm protective garment over misty steam background

Life Hack: How to weather-proof your hair for the Christmas party season

Rainy nights are a recipe for disaster

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

young man suffering from insomnia

Sex File: I'm hurt that my wife has been faking her orgasm

I'm trying not to be hurt but I feel as if we've been having different experiences

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

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