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Mrs Hinch has been opening up about her son Ron.

The cleaning guru, whose real name is Sophie Hinchliffe, has previously been candid with her audience about her son Ron’s struggles with speech. 

Now, the 32-year-old mum has gone into detail about her thoughts on her son’s journey, and how it has affected them both.

Credit: Sophie Hinchliffe Instagram

Speaking on the Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast with host Giovanna Fletcher, Sophie recalled the “cut-throat” moment during Ron’s two-year check-up when she was told that he had speech issues.

“My first, Ron, had speech delay, so we went through a lot of speech therapy and still go to it,” the mum-of-two explained. “For me, I obviously wasn’t prepared for that, but I didn’t know.”

Credit: Sophie Hinchliffe Instagram

Sophie recalled that she couldn’t help comparing her two sons when her youngest child, Len, was born. “When I had Len, I didn’t know any different, so when Len started saying these words that I’d waited years to hear from Ron, I couldn’t believe it. I was like, ‘How beautiful’”.

“But at the same time, it makes no difference, you know?”, she continued. “At the end of the day, their own time is the perfect time, and Ron spoke when he wanted to speak. He was just taking it all in.”

Sophie went on to explain heartwarmingly that despite Ron’s difficulty to form words, she always knew what her son was saying. “If I never had a word from him, ever, I knew what he was thinking anyway,” she said proudly, referring to her bond as a “mother’s instinct”.

“He could look at me, make a sound and I knew what it meant,” she gushed.

Now, at the age of three, Sophie confirmed that Ron’s speech has dramatically improved. “These words have come out of nowhere, and I sit there and I melt,” she beamed.

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It’s the season of love, which means we want to treat the ones we love this Valentine’s Day. 

What better way to show someone you love them than by buying a gorgeous bouquet of flowers, as well as some choccies of course!

If you're stuck on where to buy some romantic roses then look no further as ALDI has everything you need for the perfect Valentine's Day gifts.

From showstopping blooms to simple tokens of your appreciation, ALDI has the perfect flowers to suit every budget. 

Have a scroll through these absolute beauties below, and surprise someone you love on the most romantic day of the year:

Simple but classic

Is there anything more romantic than a single rose? The Valentine's Single Rose (RRP €1.99) is a lovely way to brighten your partner's day with an elegant and classic rose. The perfect V-Day gift!

Luxurious roses

If you want to gift a more lavish bunch of roses, then how about 50? This breathtaking bouquet (RRP €29.99) will make anyone swoon, and will provide a gorgeous centrepiece in any home. 

Shades of pink

If you're looking to steer away from the traditional red rose, then why not go for something pink? The Romantic Roses bouquet (RRP €19.99) is a modern and romantic twist on the classic red rose. Anyone would be delighted to receive these!

All-in-one

Go the extra mile with this all-in-one roses gift bag. The Gorgeous Gift (€19.99) is the perfect Valentine's Day present as these stunning red roses mixed with fresh green foliage are presented in the most romantic gift bag.

Change it up

Why not try something a bit more non-traditional and choose tulips instead of roses for your loved one? These Valentine's Day Tulips (RRP €3.99) make a delightful change for anyone who prefers a more unique take on the day of love.

Showstopper

Wow the one you love with this Specially Selected Exquisite Valentine's Day Showstopper (RRP €49.99). Presented in a gorgeous gift box, this stunning bouquet consists of 18 roses amongst beautiful foliage to create the most breathtaking flower arrangement for that someone special. 

Set the mood

If you're eager to set a romantic mood this Valentine's Day, then why not splurge on a brand new scent? The Hotel Collection Roses Candle and Reed Diffuser (RRP €3.99 each) smells divine and fills the room with the gorgeous perfume of roses. Plus, the choice of both a candle and reed diffuser is a very appreciative one!

Treats for the chocoholic

Last, but by no means least, you can never go wrong with some chocolates in our opinion. Luckily for us, ALDI have some brilliant offers this year! Whether it be Thorntons Classic (RRP €7.99) or Cadbury Milk Tray (RRP €5.99), the chocolate lover in your life will be delighted with these scrumptious chocs!

All of these fabulous gifts will be available to purchase in all ALDI stores nationwide later this week.

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Today, February 7, is the 20th anniversary of Safer Internet Day. With many of us using the internet as part of our everyday lives from posting on social media, working from home and shopping in our favourite online retailers, we use the internet a lot. 

As today is Safer Internet Day, the Gardaí Twitter account has shared some tips and tricks on how to ensure you’re being as safe as you can while being online. 

With an emphasis on keeping your data safe, Gardaí have said, “Be careful what you post online and be aware of unsolicited offers or requests”.

Another tip they shared was to hover over any links and don’t click on them instantly. 

They also said, “Update systems and passwords regularly and backup data separately and securely”.

With a theme of ‘Together for a better internet’, the organisers of Safer Internet Day explained what the day is and why they celebrate it.

“Safer Internet Day is a call to action for every stakeholder to contribute to a safer and better internet, especially for its youngest users”.

Their aim is to highlight, “The importance of ensuring that the largest possible number of users, and especially children and young people are adequately prepared to handle digital technologies responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively”.

As many people use the same passwords across multiple online platforms and don’t backup data or use two-step authentication tools, today is a good day to remember to update all of these aspects of your internet presence to make sure you are staying safe online. 

Webwise, one of Ireland’s Safer Internet Day partners, are promoting respect and inclusivity online to keep in theme with this year’s event. 

They explained, “Bullying and abuse can have very serious negative consequences for those involved, and it is an issue that as a society we are still struggling to deal with”.

“Webwise will be calling people in Ireland to get together for a better internet, and to create a more respectful and inclusive online environment”.

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James Haskell has revealed the reason for his baby daughter Bodhi’s recent hospital visit.

Fans of James and his wife Chloe Madeley were brought into concern when, a few weeks ago, they shared the news that their daughter was unwell. 

The pair welcomed baby Bodhi into the world in August of last year, making them parents for the first time. However, their first few months of parenthood have been far from smooth sailing.

Speaking to OK!, James decided to tell all about the stressful and worrying illness that resulted in Bodhi being brought to hospital.

The former rugby player recalled that he was working away in Wales at the time, when he received a concerning 4am phone call from wife Chloe, to tell him that Bodhi had an extremely low temperature.

"The doctors told Chloe what to give her and she settled. I came back the next night. Chloe was very upset,” he explained. “The baby was very ill and then her temperature was fluctuating between 34 and 35, which is hypothermic."

The 37-year-old dad went on to detail how he coped with the situation. "Chloe is amazing. I'm very practical. I’m not prone to panicking. I imagine if Bodhi’s breathing was laboured, I would have been [panicked],” he admitted. 

“But she was just very ill and cold, she wasn't struggling to breathe. I’m aware of the signs,” he added.

After a few trips to the hospital, doctors confirmed to the new parents that Bodhi did not have meningitis or sepsis.

"I was pretty confident that we were doing everything we could possibly do. The tests came back, her bloods were okay – she just had bad flu,” James confirmed.

On her Instagram stories at the time, 35-year-old mum Chloe made a heartfelt post about how little Bodhi’s illness had affected her.

"I’m also amazed at how much it has impacted my sleep and work load, and how hard the last 5 days have been,” she penned.

"I just want to say to any and all mothers out there who have to make these kinds of trips and deal with these kinds of things on a regular basis, that I am in AWE of you,” Chloe added.

We’re glad that Bodhi is feeling better!

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Today, Currys Ireland launched ‘Quiet Hour’ which will take place in all stores every Monday to Friday* until 11am. For the first hour of the day, the electrical retailer will be reducing noise in-store, keeping lights low and making sure there are no flashing screens to ensure a calmer place to shop, better supporting neurodiverse customers.

This new initiative replaces the weekly autism friendly evenings, launched in autumn 2022. ‘Quiet Hour’ builds on its predecessor’s success by increasing the frequency to Monday through to Friday and targeting all those with an invisible disability.

To support the launch, Currys has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network, giving customers a discreet way to signify that they have an invisible disability and may need some help and extra time. The Sunflower lanyards will be available for customers to pick up in any of the 16 Currys stores across Ireland.

The electrical giant understands that for our neurodiverse customers, while tech plays a vital role in their lives, going into a Currys store with all the flashing lights, loud noises and tech displays can be daunting.

Currys Quiet Hour is a dedicated time where we change the shopping experience in-store to be more accessible for certain customer groups who may be impacted by different sounds, lighting and sensations in store. This is most beneficial for neurodiverse customers who have conditions such as ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Autism and many others. It’s estimated that 1 in 7 people in Ireland have a disability and 80% of these are non-visible disabilities. Currys are working towards ensuring the needs of all of their customer base are met. Currys are working with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower who specialise in hidden disabilities, and they will help better support these customers. Currys will also continue to support their charity partner, service dog charity My Canine Companion in their work with children with autism and their families through fundraising and awareness activations.

Kenny Cosgrove, Head of Retail at Currys Ireland commented:

“I am really proud of the ‘Quiet Hour’ initiative, which shows our commitment to making Currys a place where everyone feels comfortable to shop. Since beginning our partnership with service dog charity My Canine Companion in 2021, we as a business have put diversity and inclusion to the forefront of our agenda. Feedback from the weekly autism awareness evenings was overwhelmingly positive so we’ve extended this experience to weekdays and to focus on all our neurodiverse customers. We’re excited to have joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network to help facilitate this initiative.”

Examples of the in-store environment during Quiet Hour include:

  • The majority of sounds will be reduced and consistent throughout the store
  • As customers walk around there won’t be multiple sound sources, so whilst most of the tech will be switched on, sound will be off
  • All TVs and screens will be switched off
  • If a customer requires a demo of sound, Currys will do this assisted and we will be extra courteous to other customers close by
  • Currys will offer a sensory map by store – this will help customers identify areas that may be a triggering environment, it will also highlight quieter areas of the store where customers can go if they start to feel overwhelmed
  • Currys will offer customers with non-visible disabilities a Sunflower lanyard if they wish, a discrete way to let others around them know that they may need a little extra help whilst shopping
  • Ear defenders and sensory toys are available on request
  • Service dogs are welcome as always

Scott Casson-Rennie, Communications Manager, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Ireland said:

“We are delighted to have Currys join the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Ireland network. Currys is the first electrical retailer in Ireland to join the community and their work to incorporate the Sunflower into the Quiet Hours shopping experience is of huge benefit to not only neurodiverse customers but also to people with other disabilities. The relaxed atmosphere will allow customers to browse and decide which purchase is right for them without feeling overwhelmed. Currys staff are trained to recognise Sunflower wearers and offer help and more time.”

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Aston Merrygold and his wife Sarah Louise hosted an incredible party to celebrate their son, Grayson, turning five years old. 

The former JLS band member shared an insight into their son’s big day to his 507K Instagram followers by revealing it was, “The best day and what a team to put it all together for our little man!”.

Sarah Louise shared a video from the big day, detailing all the fun activities the party goers got to take part in at the Mario and Sonic Olympics-themed shin-dig. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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From a soft play area, ball pit and huge bouncy castle slide to go-kart racing, a hat decorating station and dance-off with Mario and Sonic themselves, the day looked like a roaring success.

Sarah captioned the post, “Grayson’s Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games party. Oh we had fun celebrating you turning 5 little man and I think it’s safe to say so did you”.

“Massive thank you to all the amazing suppliers who made the party extra special for Grayson, you were all fab”.

The mum-of-two added, “Feel so lucky to be able to give him a party like this”.

Decor for the party included a Mario and Sonic balloon display and a podium for the top three go-kart racers, while Grayson’s lavish two-tiered cake was an absolute showstopper.

Many fans of the pair headed to the comments to share their love of the party theme. One fan wrote, “Wow, looks like kids heaven”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by AM (@astonmerrygold)

“Wow what a party!!!! Such a lucky boy”, penned a second fan. A third added, “You both know how to throw a party! Looked like an amazing day”.

Aston and Sarah first met over a decade ago when she was a back-up dancer for JLS. The pair hit it off and Merrygold proposed to Sarah on Christmas Eve in 2017, while she was pregnant with their first child. 

The couple welcomed Grayson Jax into the world in January 2018 and went on to become parents for a second time in June 2020, when they welcomed Macaulay Shay.

We’ll be calling Aston and Sarah to organise our next party!

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Amy Hart is preparing to become a mum very soon!

The former Love Island star is turning eight months pregnant this month, as she is due to welcome her first child with her boyfriend Sam Rason.

Amy has been incredibly open with her fans throughout her fertility and pregnancy journey, and has since revealed what her biggest pregnancy worry has been.

During an Instagram Q&A session last night, the 30-year-old was asked by one of her 1.1M followers if she is worried about the prospect about becoming a mum for the first time.

Credit: Amy Hart Instagram

“I’m actually not! This could be me being naive, but I’m not worried about the birth, I’m not worried about having a baby at home,” she admitted, before clarifying that she is referring to simply having a child in her home, and not any plans to have a home birth.

“The one thing that stresses me out – and I try not to let it stress me out – is the whole keeping track of your own movement. Obviously, I’ve got a front placenta so I don’t feel the movement as much,” Amy explained, adding that her baby’s movement pattern is “different every day”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The mum-to-be went on to detail that she has had several check-ups regarding her baby’s movement, but that she does feel guilty if she requests scans regularly. 

“I’ve been in for reduced movement twice, because I feel like there’s such a balance. You don’t want to waste the NHS’s time because everywhere we look is about the NHS being overstretched,” Amy shared honestly. “But then at the same time, if you leave it too long and something happens, that’s on you.” 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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In the end, the reality star confirmed that she is excited about almost every aspect about becoming a mother. “So, not nervous about the birth, not nervous about having a baby at home, not nervous about being a mum. That’s just the only thing that makes me stressed,” Amy concluded.

Amy is due to give birth next month. She and boyfriend Sam announced their surprise pregnancy in August of last year, after going public with their relationship a year prior. 

We couldn’t be more excited for the parents-to-be!

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Eminem will be walking his daughter down the aisle very soon!

Hailie Jade Mathers has announced that she is engaged to her partner Evan McClintock.

Taking to Instagram last night, the 27-year-old decided to share the delightful news with her 3M followers.

The singer showcased three beautiful photos – one of the happy couple popping a bottle of champagne, another of Evan down on one knee as he popped the all-important question, and a final shot of Hailie’s ring finger sparkling as she held a glass of bubbly.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Hailie Jade (@hailiejade)

“casual weekend recap…”, Hailie teased in the caption of her post, before confirming that the pair got engaged on Saturday, February 4. 

“i love you @evanmcclintock11”, Hailie added sweetly. 

Following her wonderful announcement, Hailie has received an abundance of love and well-wishes in the comments section of her post.

“You’re all grown up,” wrote Potential Breakup Song singers Aly & AJ. “congrats Hailie!”

Credit: Hailie Jade Instagram

“Omg congrats!!!!”, replied singer Skylar Grey, who has worked numerous times with Hailie’s father Eminem in the past.

“Congratulations!!”, added fitness instructor Linn Lowes.

Hailie and Evan have been together since 2016, after first meeting at Michigan State University. The couple have kept their relationship fairly private since it began. However, they have occasionally allowed their fans to see a few glimpses into their life together.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Hailie Jade (@hailiejade)

In 2021, Hailie posted an adorable selfie snap of herself and Evan together, with the lovely caption, “I rarely share my feed, but when I do I'm happy it's with you”.

Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, welcomed daughter Hailie into the world on Christmas Day in 1995 with his ex-wife, Kim Scott. The former couple also share two more children together – 29-year-old daughter Alaina and 20-year-old Stevie Laine.

Congratulations to Hailie and Evan on their heartwarming news!

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Now that we’re into the month of February, love is well and truly in the air. And what better way to get into the Valentine’s spirit, than by  picking up a swoon-worthy romance read or two?

Romance is one of my favourite book genres, which I find myself returning to time and time again. I know it sounds cheesy, but there’s just something so magical about watching two people falling in love, and fighting to be together against all odds that I find utterly enchanting.

That’s why I’ve pulled together a list of just some of my favourite romantic reads, for you to add to your shelves and dive into this month.

Beach Read by Emily Henry

A romance writer who no longer believes in love and a literary writer stuck in a rut engage in a summer-long challenge that may just upend everything they believe about happily ever afters.

The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker

City girl Calla Fletcher attempts to reconnect with her estranged father, and unwittingly finds herself torn between her desire to return to the bustle of Toronto and a budding relationship with a rugged Alaskan pilot in this masterful new romance.

The Love Curse of Melody McIntyre by Robin Talley

This romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Robin Talley has something for everyone: backstage rendezvous, deadly props, and a seemingly insurmountable obstacle to True Love.

The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn

The second book in the Bridgerton series which takes place in Regency London, this charming story follows the eldest Bridgerton sibling, Anthony, as he finally takes to the marriage market in pursuit of a bride.

The Flat Share by Beth O’Leary

Tiffy Moore needs a cheap flat, and fast. Leon Twomey works nights and needs cash. Their friends think they're crazy, but it's the perfect solution: Leon occupies the one-bed flat while Tiffy's at work in the day, and she has the run of the place the rest of the time. 

But with obsessive ex-boyfriends, demanding clients at work, wrongly imprisoned brothers and, of course, the fact that they still haven't met yet, they're about to discover that if you want the perfect home you need to throw the rulebook out the window…

A Complicated Love Story Set in Space by Shaun David Hutchinson

Black Mirror meets What If It’s Us in this gripping, romantic, and wildly surprising novel about two boys lost in space trying to find their way home—while falling in love—from the critically acclaimed author of We Are The Ants.

The Two Lives Of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver

Written with Josie Silver’s trademark warmth and wit, The Two Lives of Lydia Bird is a powerful and thrilling love story about the what-ifs that arise at life’s crossroads, and what happens when one woman is given a miraculous chance to answer them.

Landline by Rainbow Rowell

As far as time machines go, a magic telephone is pretty useless.

TV writer Georgie McCool can’t actually visit the past; all she can do is call it, and hope it picks up. And hope he picks up — because once Georgie realizes she has a magic phone that calls into the past, all she wants is make things right with her husband, Neal.

Maybe she can fix the things in their past that seem unfixable in the present. Maybe this stupid phone is giving her a chance to start over. . . . Does Georgie want to start over?

The Ruthless Lady's Guide to Wizardry by C.M. Waggoner

A charming historical fantasy with a tender love story at its core, from the author of Unnatural Magic.

Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella

An utterly delightful novel about a woman who ditches her dating app for a writer's retreat in Italy — only to find that real love comes with its own filters.

Bridget Jones’s Diary by Helen Fielding

Bridget Jones' Diary is the devastatingly self-aware, laugh-out-loud daily chronicle of Bridget's permanent, doomed quest for self-improvement, when she unwittingly finds herself charmed by two dark and dashing eligible men.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?

When his mother became President, Alex Claremont-Diaz was promptly cast as the American equivalent of a young royal. Handsome, charismatic, genius — his image is pure millennial-marketing gold for the White House. There's only one problem: Alex has a beef with the actual prince, Henry, across the pond. And when the tabloids get hold of a photo involving an Alex-Henry altercation, U.S./British relations take a turn for the worse.

Heads of family, state, and other handlers devise a plan for damage control: staging a truce between the two rivals. What at first begins as a fake, Instragramable friendship grows deeper, and more dangerous, than either Alex or Henry could have imagined.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin

The romantic clash between the opinionated Elizabeth and her proud beau, Mr. Darcy, is a splendid performance of civilized sparring. And Jane Austen's radiant wit sparkles as her characters dance a delicate quadrille of flirtation and intrigue, making this book the most superb comedy of manners of Regency England.

Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert

A witty, hilarious romantic comedy about a woman who’s tired of being “boring” and recruits her mysterious, sexy neighbour to help her experience new things—perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory, and Helen Hoang!

Something to Talk About by Meryl Wilsner

A showrunner and her assistant give the world something to talk about when they accidentally fuel a ridiculous rumour in this debut romance.

Shipped by Angie Hockman

It seemed like a good idea at the time. Marketing manager Henley has signed up for a trip to the Galapagos to research a new job for her cruise ship line employer. The catch: She must share the trip with Graeme, the guy who’s up for the same job at work. Henley and Graeme have never met, but they’ve waged a vicious social media and email war for years. Awkward. Wouldn’t it be weird if they actually fell for each other?

This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens

A baker named Minnie Cooper? Who’s cursed with perpetual bad luck? And meets the supposed source of her curse at a New Year's Eve party? And turns out they were born a minute apart at the same hospital? Yep, we must be in a rom-com! Cousens' take on the quintessential enemies-to-lovers tale adds a When Harry Met Sally-esque twist of missed encounters over multiple years.

Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki, illustrated by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell

“All Freddy Riley wants is for Laura Dean to stop breaking up with her.”

Mariko Tamaki and Rosemary Valero-O'Connell bring to life a sweet and spirited tale of young love that asks us to consider what happens when we ditch the toxic relationships we crave to embrace the healthy ones we need.

You’re The One That I Want by Giovanna Fletcher

Maddy, dressed in white, stands at the back of the church. At the end of the aisle is Rob – the man she's about to marry. Next to Rob is Ben – best man and the best friend any two people ever had.

And that's the problem. Because if it wasn't Rob waiting for her at the altar, there's a strong chance it would be Ben. But if he turned round and told Maddy she was making a mistake, would she listen?

And would he be right? . . .

The Sea of Tranquility by Katja Millay

The Sea of Tranquility is a rich, intense, and brilliantly imagined story about a lonely boy, an emotionally fragile girl, and the miracle of second chances.

 

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Kate Middleton has been opening up about the importance of mental health.

The Princess of Wales has shared a raw conversation that she recently had with radio and TV presenter Roman Kemp. 

Roman has become an advocate for mental health in recent years, after his best friend Joe Lyons took his own life in August 2020. 

To highlight the importance of mental health education in early childhood, the duo have posted a video of their conversation as they walked across the grounds of the home of Martin’s parents – Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp and singer Shirlie Holliman.

During their lengthy discussion, Roman admitted that not every child will have an easy life, and that the lives of families are becoming "so difficult" as a result of the ongoing cost of living crisis.

"Absolutely,” the Princess of Wales agreed. “And this is the thing, every family is different – and the pressures that we all face are different.”

The working royal – who is the mother of Prince George (9), Princess Charlotte (7) and Prince Louis (4) – then went on to add that she recognises the difficulties that can come with raising young children.

"While raising the importance of early childhood, this isn't about putting extra pressure on families. It's actually saying they need the support and help reprioritising family life, home life and all that it takes in raising children today because it is tough,” she explained.

"It's not about the number of toys they've got or the number of trips you go on with them,” Kate continued. “It's just making sure they have the right emotional support around them that comes from the adults in their lives."

In the end, both Roman and the Princess agreed that the number one thing that children need from their family is love. “Love goes a long way! It's very true,” Kate beamed.

The Princess of Wales’ conversation with Roman is just the latest in a string of promotions for her new campaign. Shaping Us, which was launched earlier this week, aims to highlight the importance of early years development, a topic which has been a passion of Kate’s for several years.

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Frankie Essex has offered a friendly show of support to a fellow mum.

Former Love Island finalist Molly-Mae Hague welcomed her first child on January 23 with her boyfriend, boxer Tommy Fury.

Earlier this week, the 23-year-old new mum revealed to the world that she had decided to name her baby girl Bambi. Molly-Mae had stated in the past that she had had the name chosen for years. 

Credit: Molly-Mae Hague Instagram

Unfortunately, her daughter’s name reveal led to Molly-Mae needing to turn off her Instagram comments, after she began to receive unkind responses regarding the unusual name choice.

However, the mum-of-one has got a strong circle of support surrounding her, including the likes of fellow reality star Frankie Essex.

The Only Way Is Essex alum gave birth to twins in May of last year, and subsequently named them Logan and Luella. 

Writing in her OK! column which was released today, the 35-year-old offered a shoulder of support to new mum Molly-Mae, and admitted that she personally loves the name choice. 

“I think the name Bambi is really cute,” Frankie wrote. “It’s sad that she’s had to turn off the comments because of people’s negative opinions. It's nobody's business!”, she insisted further.

Frankie then went on to recall the reactions she received when she revealed the names of her twins following their birth. 

“I didn’t get much criticism about Logan and Luella’s names when we revealed them,” she reminisced. 

“Everyone said they loved the name Luella, but not a lot of people had heard of Logan before. It’s a proper American name,” Frankie noted additionally.

At the time of the twins’ arrival, Frankie revealed that her boyfriend Luke Love had chosen the name Logan in honour of his favourite X-Men character, Wolverine. She also disclosed that she had had the name Luella chosen for over a decade.

“Luella has always been my girl name since I was 20 – I've never told anyone the name in case they stole it,” Frankie shared.

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Since kicking off the new year, many of us have been wanting to work more on ourselves in different aspects of our lives. A main factor we’ve been trying to improve is our health. 

Improving your health can seem like an overwhelming thing to do, but the best way to go about it is to take it one step at a time. This way, you can make daily changes to boost your health. 

If you’re looking for inspiration on what you can do to improve your daily health that will last longer than just a few weeks, check out the list below of 3 changes you can make. These brilliant tips have been shared by nutritionist Rachel Graham, based on recent behaviour change research.

Start easy

It’s important to not try to do too much at once when you decide to turn over a new healthy leaf. Research shows that when you start with a long list of new healthy habits to complete, you are more likely to give up on some or all of these compared to people who only start with one or two changes! It’s easy to get bogged down when trying new healthy habits everyday but remember, the less you take on, the more likely you are to stick with these changes and eventually form a new healthy habit.

One of the world’s leading behavioural change scientists, B.J. Fogg, revealed he started flossing one tooth at a specific time every day. This task took very little time, effort or motivation. He was easily able to add this to his daily routine. He found that when he had finished flossing just one tooth, that he naturally wanted to do more. After a month, he was flossing all of his teeth daily and it became something he just did without thinking.

Something to bear in mind is to keep it short and sweet. Choosing daily changes that take less than five minutes is easier to keep up. The easier the task, the less motivation you require to do it. An example of this would be to add one of Linwoods Cold Milled Flaxseed pouches to your breakfast smoothie, yoghurt, cereal or porridge daily.

This is a great way to boost your general health, as just 2 tablespoons provide a great source of fibre, protein & omega 3. An additional key step is to place your Linwoods Cold Milled Flaxseed in a visible place so you can easily add it to your breakfast. This strategic placement acts as both a cue & a reminder.

Adding a healthy habit to an existing one

Remembering the B.J. Fogg example from earlier, it was consistency that helped him to make a daily activity into a healthy habit. When it comes to connecting a new healthy habit to something you’re already doing, you don’t have to find extra time in your day to fit it in, making you more likely to do it. Imagine your own activities from throughout the day, what could you add to any of these daily habits that could enhance your health outcomes? 

Simplify nutrition 

To improve your nutrition, make it easy for yourself. Linwoods make is very simple for you to optimise your nutrition daily, just by using their convenient blends of cold-milled flaxseed.

Simply add 20g or 2 Tablespoons to your breakfast of choice to hit your recommended daily amount (RDA) of key nutrients. This one small daily action can really make a positive difference to your health over time.

If you’re looking at improving your energy levels, try adding Linwoods Flaxseed Co-Enzyme Q10 blend into your morning routine. CoQ10 is an important player in the antioxidant family and is essential for energy production (ATP). There are also heart health benefits associated with it. As we age, our bodies produce less and less of it which means we need to supplement it with foods or fortified foods like Linwoods cold milled flaxseed with CoQ10, which also contains almonds, brazil nuts & walnuts. 

To maintain Vitamin D levels, try Linwoods Flaxseed with Bio Cultures & Vitamin D to help. This blend contains several key vitamins & minerals, including 100% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin D plus live cultures (Ganeden BC30). This is a live culture that can withstand the harsh acidic environment of the stomach, and improves its ability to support our immune system. Research shows that Vitamin D plays a significant role in the function of our immune system and our body’s ability to fight infection.

Top tip: A 20g serving of cold-milled Flaxseed, BioCultures & Vitamin D is a tasty and convenient way to get 100% of your recommended daily intake of Vitamin D plus 6g of fibre, 4g of omega 3 and 4g of protein.

It’s important to note that health is not something you become, but it is something you do daily. It’s the little daily actions you do which adds up to one big result in the end. It’s a marathon, not a sprint, pace yourself & emphasise consistency over perfection. Acknowledge and praise your efforts daily, that way you are more inclined to repeat the healthy habit.

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