Wondering what to get a new arrival or expectant parents this Christmas, here are some ideas for gifts to put under the tree.

Stuck for gift ideas? You’ll be all ’set’ for Christmas with a fab pampering pack. Katie Wright unveils her favourites.

Sick of flimsy paper hats, rubbish toys and jokes that make you groan not laugh?

To support parents in sharing their love of books and reading with their children, Bord Gáis Energy has joined forces with Pippa O’Connor, pictured with her son Ollie, to launch Little Readers on their online book club.

Rachel Marie Walsh checks out the latest products to help you put your best face forward for the autumnal days ahead.

Queasy travellers: It’s lovely to visit family and friends during the holidays, but up to 19% of us can feel queasy when travelling in a bus or car.

Great skincare is not exclusive to department stores. Visit the supermarket or pharmacy for high-quality buys under €20.

BUYING soap adorned with children’s favourite TV characters might encourage your kids into the bath, but they might also climb out with scratchy skin.

Radiance isn’t easy.

Save water and energy with the Baby Dam Bath Barrier which turns your family bath into a baby’s bath.

Knock years off your hands with high-performance creams and balms worthy of applause.

Teach pre-schoolers colours and matching skills, while challenging their reflexes with Chameleon Crunch, a new fun game from Mattel.

THIS summer, I’ve worn wellies more than I’ve worn sun cream, and a raincoat more than sunglasses. But the increase in light means I reach for products with SPF every day.

Oxford native Lucy Balmer trained as a chef but wanted a more flexible career, prompting a move to perfumery.

1. The Lip Scrub