Family

Tauranga’s Anna and Kyle became parents thanks to embryo donation

As the sporty pair add two new members to the team, life is full-on and fabulous

The netball legend opens up about the family sacrifices she’s made and reveals her retirement plans

For the creative trio, who love working together, three’s a company!

The reality star reveals how motherhood has changed her

As she spends the summer reflecting on her achievements and the possibility of retirement, the sporting legend admits she’s weighing up whether it’s time to start a family.

Crime investigator Ryan Wolf and wife Ashley welcome baby Dillon to their pack

Get organised for the school year ahead

How to avoid ‘Are we there yet’ cries from the back seat

Life on the road looks rather different for Nollsie these days

Because they truly deserve it!

Don't let Santa take the credit for these colourful and creative prezzies.

Kerre, Megan and Lorna have gone ga-ga for their cutest family arrivals

The Weekly columnist is besotted and tells why the kids deserve a Fair Go!

The sporting superstar opens up about her life off the course and why her Kiwi heritage is the secret to her success

Just big kids at heart! These Hollywood fathers are filled with family pride

After retiring from competition and the end of her marriage, the Olympic champion discusses her bold new chapter, her passion for fashion and how her children inspire her to make the world a better place

The Food Rescue star has the perfect recipe for a happy family life

Holding his late brother’s grandson brings bittersweet memories for the TV star

Mother-to-be Hemma Vara’s on a mission to get the safest ride

Fair Go presenter Pippa Wetzell talks about navigating change, teenage challenges and why she’ll keep on fighting

Mother-to-be Hemma Vara is driven to find the safest ‘mum mobile’ for her precious new arrival

Shouts of ‘I’m bored!’ are not an option! Keep the kids happy and occupied with these local family-friendly attractions

Joanne and Brett Wills have survived a challenging but rewarding year

Introducing their beautiful boy Jude, the actor and his partner Amanda reveal how becoming parents has deepened their relationship

Chris Hipkins opens up about his marriage break-up, life as a solo dad and the precious possessions he can’t let go of

The reality TV star loves being a mum but admits having two little ones can feel overwhelming

The George FM breakfast host and his partner Lee are over the moon with their two beautiful girls

Writer Carmen Lichi takes a hybrid for a spin

Well-known for breastfeeding in Parliament and battling period poverty, the Northland MP is a prime example of balancing politics and motherhood

Now his family is complete with the arrival of daughter Taitimu, Tāmati Coffey is stepping back into politics with husband Tim’s support

After welcoming her beautiful daughter Luna, the athlete has no regrets about retiring from kayaking

He may have been faking it as a doctor on TV, but the actor is just the tonic for teens, something he can’t wait for his own toddlers to be!

The basketball star admits his daughter has him wrapped around her little finger

The beloved broadcaster and her mother Robin talk to writer Sophie Neville about the special bond they share and why there’s no such thing as the perfect parent

The Westside actress and her actor/musician partner say every day with daughter Marley Rose is an adventure

A supportive family has helped the rugby star through her career

The footy great’s goal is to leave the sport in a safe place than when she played

The DJ’s been down in the dumps since Molly got the travel bug

After losing her dream job, the netball star is back on the court for a very different squad

Despite sleep deprivation and a surgery scare, the Bachelor star and broadcaster couldn’t be happier on Harrison’s first birthday

The boxing champ is empowering others to escape abuse

ZM’s Clint Roberts and YouTube sensation Jordan Watson swap sweet fathering moments

The political journalist’s busy household is full of love and happiness

Juggling two young kids and a career in politics isn’t easy – and this Manurewa mother has no interest in pretending otherwise

Finally living in the same city, mother and daughter are making up for lost time

The celebrity chefs have a sweet addition to their Kitchen Takeover

The 1 News Tonight presenter reveals the legacy of strong women in her family and how her mother May’s struggles helped build her confidence

The radio star and hubby Andrew have Hit the jackpot with baby Aiya

Introducing her beautiful boy Raven, the beloved broadcaster opens up about motherhood, her recent engagement and a secret relapse into alcoholism

TV’s ray of sunshine shares her happy family forecast

Hosts of the new podcast Untidy, reality star Matilda Green and writer Hannah Davison share what they’ve learnt about raising kids

After nearly losing his father, the radio star got some things off his chest

Stumped for a gift? Take our fun quiz for a gift he’ll treasure

Becoming a dad again nearly knocked out the former boxer, but it was the best thing for the newly rekindled couple

Kiri shares how opening up about her family’s history has strengthened their bond

The besotted TV presenter has sorted her life out to focus on bringing up her girl

Doting mum Courtney intends to fulfill all the dreams the couple had for little Lenni

Never more sure about what matters most, the National Party stalwart opens up about the frightening event that shocked him into quitting politics

Tania doesn’t want another parent to go through her terrible loss

Not getting a fair go as a lad, the presenter makes sure he’s a good sort to all he meets

Revealing the real reason he retired, the league legend opens up about a health crisis and a family tragedy

Knowing she was dying, his beloved mum Victoria made sure her two besties would be watching over her son

We love to shop, but we also love to eat!

''Kids have always been part of our relationship and subsequent marriage. After 24 years together, we are now getting back the time we missed out on at the beginning,'' says Robert.

Keep your kids busy during lockdown with these helpful ideas.

Officially making our PM an over-achiever!

Renee Wright talks openly about what she’s learned about helping children cope with loss, and her immense love and gratitude for her family.

Parenting expert Jackie Riach says it's important to acknowledge that this is stressful for everyone.

We believe he can fly!

Marlow makes one cute zombie!

The bubbly broadcaster and besotted mum is embarking on her next chapter with gratitude and love, but it's been tough getting to this point.

The star of hit series The Casketeers shares her favourite music, movies, style icons, and how to get five boys out the door in the morning.

The co-host of The Hits Breakfast show says her mum has taught her to always put family first.

''Last year was very challenging at times... I was probably more emotionally vulnerable to some of the political attacks,'' the Minister for Women and Minister for Transport has said.

''She’s growing into someone who knows herself and has security in the people around her,'' Pēpi's proud papa beams.

Cuteness itself!

"It's the little things that get to you, like when you're hanging out the washing and there are no clothes of theirs to hang out,'' says Jo.

The singer reveals why family life is so delicate right now.

"All this pressure we put on ourselves and all these unrealistic expectations, it's ridiculous. As women, we are too hard on ourselves sometimes," Matilda says of how parenthood has changed her perspective on life.

Even though her son Harley was surrounded by capable swimmers, Makaila says this wasn't enough to stop her boy disappearing under the water, almost becoming another victim of this year's tragic Christmas holiday drowning toll.

The Kiwi sporting legend described his wife as a''super lady who holds it [the family] together''.

Some kids as young as primary school age are struggling with eating disorders. Two Kiwi mothers who have been there themselves are on a mission to raise body confident young people.

''I worry about how I'll sleep tonight, and what tomorrow will be like if we don't get enough... It's exhausting... I remind myself to stay in the moment,'' she said.

Now To Love checks out Sylvia Park's hot new dining lane and discovers the hardest decision to make is which eatery to dine at because all the menus look so good.

''You are some of the kindest, most compassionate, caring human beings I've ever known,'' Nadya Suleman told her octuplets in a heartfelt birthday message on social media.

Tasty, cheap and simple-to-make alternatives to the Marmite sandwich.

The builder went on the hit reality show with his friend Sam just weeks after finding out his partner Mia was expecting.

"I was in tears and feeling helpless as Joseph was clearly getting more distressed with each passing second," Chloe Stewart revealed.

Russell is happy to skip red carpet events to hang out with his much-loved boys instead.

"A few weeks after the exhibition opened, no-one came forward to say they had the work and I began to worry that April may never be found," she says.

The doting dads share what life is like with wee Tūtānekai.

In order to tell her story, Monique had to face the court system - something she was no stranger to as a child.

"Motherhood is a joyful, joyful thing but it's also tough," she says.

''He's very kind, loving and compassionate. Everything I hoped for him when he was a baby, he's become," says proud mum Vanessa Edwards of her boy Tuatahi.

Baby Milo got to meet his auntie for the first time, among other exciting firsts.

Here's how the stars will be spending their Kiwi summer.

Are you able to take a Christmas gift back to the store it was bought from, and if so how do you go about this?

''Apart from creating the most amazing Christmas,'' writes the Five-time Olympic windsurfing medallist, "one of the most valuable things that you did was sit and listen.''

Could he be any more perfect?