Away from the goldfish bowl of a World Cup, how do Ireland's rugby stars relax and cool the jets?

Arlene Harris talks to mums about the challenges and joys of rearing a large family

After a man of the match performance against Romania, Keith Earls has every reason to feel good about life right now but the Ireland wing has admitted that life at the World Cup can be tough, with a young family back at home.

After a summer of bonding with his young daughter Ella May, Keith Earls will likely pack in some further babysitting duties on Sunday when Limerick take on Clare in the All-Ireland hurling semi-final.

Here’s a thought. Keith Earls has featured in almost three-quarters of the 50 games in which Declan Kidney has held the reigns for Ireland and yet the man from Moyross hasn’t played more than four-in-a-row with the same number on his back.