Sharing photos of your kids on social media – is it okay?
On average, a baby has their image uploaded to social media within an hour of being born. By age two, 60 per cent of children have a digital footprint.
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Proud dad Sonny Bill Williams shares the most adorable photo of baby son Zaid
That precious moment when you introduce your new baby to your other children.
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Pete Evans opens up about the therapy sessions he’s had his daughters in since they were babies
'I've seen the results these people have so why would I not want to include my children?'
Why you can’t be a bad sport on the sideline at your kids’ games!
It's great to support your kids in their sport but unhelpful when you don't keep things in perspective.
7 handy tips to prepare for a family weekend road trip
Because there's nothing more liberating than getting out on the open road!
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You won’t believe how much money Pink’s daughter got from the tooth fairy!
Wonder if she'll spend it all at once!
The Auckland 102-year-old who knits every day to help premature babies
Milly McComb has knitted over 4000 garments and has never accepted money for any of them.
Let’s face it – we could all do with a social media curfew
A UK bill has been proposed that would mean social media companies like Facebook won't be able to send children notifications and alerts during school hours or past their bedtime.
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Westfield Kids Club is celebrating Matariki at their Monty Mornings
This year Matariki has been in the sky since June 15, so all around the country we have been celebrating.
What mums think of the British College of Midwives new ‘fed is best’ approach to breastfeeding
Until as much emphasis is given in antenatal classes about how to feed by both formula and breast milk, women will continue to feel like they've failed if they can't make it work.
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This moving image of a young boy saying goodbye to his dying sister will break your heart
A little boy should not have to say goodbye to his partner in crime, his play mate, his best friend, his little sister.
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The worst obituaries you could ever imagine reading
Wowsers! Whatever happened to not speaking ill of the dead?
The Apgar score for newborns explained and the pioneering woman behind it – Dr Virginia Apgar
The Apgar score has without a doubt saved the lives of countless newborn babies all over the world.
Mum alert! If you’ve got more than two kids you’re at greater risk of having a heart attack
We knew it was busy but jeesh!
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Jenny-May Clarkson’s Rarotongan family hideaway
Jenny-May truly feels she's found her home away from home.
MAFS’ Susan Rawlings on life as a single mum
Bravely going it alone, the MAFS star couldn't be happier with her life as a new mum as she introduces us to her beautiful little boy!
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Marc Ellis debuts his adorable newborn baby
Marc took it all in his stride, with one protective hand on the pram and another wrapped around his baby's mama.
10 rainy day boredom buster ideas for kids
Ideas to cure the whole family’s rainy-day blues and keep the kids entertained while ensconced inside.
Why Miriama Smith felt so torn between family and her work
With the decision to take on the biggest role of her acting career came a lot of mother's guilt.
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‘Serious conversation’ needed with Netflix over 13 Reasons Why – Chief Censor
Complaints that there are not enough warnings over extremely graphic scenes in the second season.
Celebrity mums’ hilarious confessions about parenthood
"How do I do it all? This is how." Cue photo of Reese Witherspoon napping.
Parents warned over new season of Netflix series 13 Reasons Why
Chief Censor says it's important New Zealanders are warned about the content because of the strong focus on rape and suicide in the series.
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s sweet tribute to her mini-me daughter Apple on her 14th birthday
The mother-daughter duo are nearly identical!
How to troubleshoot potential dramas and disasters in the lead-up to your teen’s school ball
School ball season is upon us. Here, we share a few tips on spray tans, walking in heels and in general avoiding the sorts of disasters that could ruin your teen's big night.
How a printer could be your best tool for entertaining your kids
Entertaining the kids? The Epson EcoTank lets you print as much as you like without worrying about changing an ink cartridge.
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Top 40 baby names for 2018 so far
There's a little royal's name in there, of course - but it might not be the one you'd expect!
Gemma McCaw introduces the most important women in her life
"I feel fortunate that we talk on the phone every day and she comes to visit a lot," Gemma's mum says. "We still have a very strong bond."
Kiwi stars share their mother daughter bonds ahead of Mother’s Day
Ngahuia Piripi, Amanda Gillies, Megan Annear and Kate Rodger celebrate their special family connections.
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The inspiring Northland mum who cheated death and is now encouraging others to change their lives
"She has taken a really horrible situation and turned it around into something positive – if that's not inspiring, I don't know what is," her daughter says.
How to keep your energy up when you’re caring for a new baby
Postnatal advisor Sharlene Poole says we need to look after ourselves to ensure we have enough energy to look after
our little ones.
Tully starring Charlize Theron: This could be the most honest movie on motherhood yet
It may make mums wince and and wannabe mums reconsider, but Tully, billed as a comedy, is a refreshing departure from the usual parent flicks.
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Five delicious breakfast-in-bed ideas to treat your mum this Mother’s Day
Start the day with food made with love and make your mum feel special.
Kiwi photographer spreads anti-bullying message by photographing redheads in their crowning glory
Bianca Duimel captures the "beauty and bravery" of redheads.
Kim Kardashian interviews little sister Kylie Jenner on motherhood
''I actually enjoy changing diapers. It's really satisfying.''
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Sex and the City actress Kristin Davis has reportedly adopted her second child
Congratulations are in order!
Kiwi lesbian couple allowed to be listed as mother and mother on their child’s birth certificate
This opens the door for other same-sex couples to do the same.
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Renee Wright: Work is an escape for me
The TV presenter and busy mum of three says home life can be chaos at times.
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Doting dad Matthew Ridge’s adorable stroll with baby Kenzo Axel
The hands-on dad kicks back with wife Chloe and little cutie Kenzo.
Amal and George Clooney reveal their twins’ first words
And George's comments about his wife have made us swoon.
Using baby wipes can increase your child’s risk of developing food allergies, study shows
The findings herald a major advance in understanding childhood food allergies and how to prevent them.
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Mum’s overnight time lapse video highlights why parents get SO tired
This is why parents fantasise about getting a good night's sleep.
Former Bachelorette Claudia Conaglen is pregnant
The newlyweds can’t wait for the patter of tiny feet.
Raising boys in the #Metoo era
Will this boy who will rescue a bee from the swimming pool suddenly become one of those men? I don’t think he will. But Me Too doesn’t seem to leave much space for him.
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Zoe Marshall has drunk her own placenta in a shake – would you?
It's become more common thanks to celebrities like Kim and Kourtney Kardashian raving about the benefits, but doctors have warned against the practice.
Zoe Marshall reveals her heartbreaking struggle with motherhood
She just wanted to know she wasn't alone.
Children in France now required to start school at age three
France now has one of the lowest age requirements for school in Europe.
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Tantrums, tears and mischief! Celebrity kids behaving, well, like kids
From tantrums in front of heads of state, to ruining important photo calls - even celebrities, royals and politicians have to deal with naughty kids.
The rigid rules that Kate and Wills have to follow to raise their royal children
There's an extra pressure on royal kids to 'mind their manners'.
Having children is the equivalent of having two and a half jobs
We always knew mums were true heroes, this survey just proves it.
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How to help if your child is struggling at school
Being aware of what's going on behind the scenes for your child is key.
Emily Longley’s father’s heartache: it took years to accept her death
Seven years after the vibrant 17-year-old was killed by her boyfriend, her sister Hannah and dad Mark are fighting for the victims of domestic violence to have their voices heard.
Mark Richardson offends again by saying motherhood is not a job
I respect that it is so goddamn difficult, but I'm sorry I can't call it a job.
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Meet Fox – Zoe and Benji Marshall’s “miracle” baby boy
"I know everyone says it," proud dad Benji gushes, "but it changes your world."
At home with new National Party leader Simon Bridges and his family
Simon reveals the surprising story behind his whirlwind courtship with his wife and jokes that sometimes home life is so full on, he goes to Parliament for a break!
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Princess Diana named as the ideal mother in a new UK poll
The 'People's Princess' is still beloved by many.
Hot water bottle leak sends 9-year-old girl to hospital with nasty scalding
Her mother has shared her story to prevent this happening to anyone else.
New exhibition honours Kiwi women’s tales from the Great War
Thanks to a pioneering mother's detailed diaries, we're able to get a fascinating look into how she, like many other women, played their parts in World War I.
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How I missed the signs that my children were being abused
Paula's story serves as a warning to all parents - her kids were told by their abuser that she knew what was happening - and in the meantime, she missed all of the clues.
Study shows that bright light before bed plays even more havoc with kids’ sleep than previously thought
Children's eyes are more sensitive to bright light than adults'.
All Black Ardie Savea introduces his gorgeous bundle of joy Kobe
At first the sports star wanted a son, but now she’s here, adorable Kobe is the apple of her doting dad’s eye.
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Turia Pitt shares more adorable motherhood pictures
This little family just seems to get happier and happier.
How to improve your self-confidence as a new mum
New to motherhood? Learn how to feel more satisfied and comfortable in your new role as a mum.
Clarke Gayford talks fishing, fatherhood and hypnobirths
Clarke and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern still love to go out fishing, an activity they did on their first date. They just have to have the diplomatic protection squad follow them these days!
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Toni Street horrified by creepy man filming her little girls
The incident left her and husband Matt France "fuming".
The Kiwi mother and daughter who both lost an eye to cancer
Sometimes Lily asks me why we have to have this and I say other people have one arm or one leg - we’ve got one eye.
Jess Brockie on the positives surrounding her surrogacy tragedy
When Jess, wife of All Whites footballer Jeremy Brockie, agreed to carry a baby for her best friend, she had no idea it would turn out the way it did.
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National party leader Simon Bridges introduces his newborn daughter
It's been a whirlwind few months for the new National Party leader, but he wouldn't have it any other way.
Shortland Street’s Jayden Daniels introduces his adorable baby boy
After a dramatic entrance into the world, broody Jayden can’t wait to give his gorgeous son some siblings.
Kylie Jenner’s incredible post-baby pic: What non-celeb mums can take from this
OK, her baby Stormi is just one month old and the reality TV star is already posting selfies wearing skimpy underwear, and looking amazing. Good on her!
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Mum creates dreamy slumber party kit from Kmart
She looked at hiring one but thought she could make a better one herself!
Serena Williams’ husband’s epic tribute to his wife
Forget Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri - this is Four Billboards Outside Palm Springs, California!
Mum makes repulsive discovery in the lining of her daughter’s school skirt
How had the rodent ended up there in the first place?
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Children struggling to use pencils, doctors warn
The use of touchscreen devices from a young age is affecting children's finger muscle development, according to research.
Kim Kardashian shares first photo of her and Kanye’s West’s child Chicago – and it was worth the wait!
No surprise that it's a selfie!
Warriors star Blake Ashford and his wife take on Te Reo
“I’m learning a few words slowly, but the kids are still smarter than me,” jokes Blake.
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Three ways to ‘let go’ and get into the moment with your kids
It's easy to forget that our kids are only little once - and that we don't have to always take life so seriously.
Teacher lets kids draw on her dress for art project and the result goes viral
Inspiring the world with wearable art, one dress at a time.
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Mum leaves kids for 15 minutes to shower and comes back to poo storm
She was hoping it was chocolate sauce they were smearing all over their bodies and the walls. It wasn't.
New blood test can detect autism in children much earlier
The earlier a child is diagnosed, the earlier support can be put in place to help them develop communication skills.
Peter Rabbit filmmakers apologise over allergy ‘bullying’ scene
Outrage from families of children affected by severe allergies.
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Nadia Lim’s top parenting tips
Myself and two other mums share our parenting secrets and stories - the good and the bad!
Kristen Bell breastfed her husband to ease her mastitis
While her tale sounds shocking, it also highlights a common issue among breastfeeding women.
Girls forced to miss school as families struggle to afford feminine care products
A nation-wide donation campaign has been launched to help.
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Highly sensitive people make better parents, study suggests
If you're a sensitive parent then give yourself a pat on the back!
Australian burns survivor Turia Pitt’s most precious moments as a new mum
What a happy little family unit they make.
All Black captain Kieran Read’s tip for getting your kids to eat less sugar
As a dad of three with an All Blacks diet, Kieran Read knows how to make sure his kids are eating well.
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A Kiwi mum with terminal cancer opens up about what it feels like to only have a few weeks left to live
The next part is the part I dread the most – how does a mother say goodbye to her children?
Young Kiwi father to raise his surrogate baby alone after wife dies
A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the grieving first-time dad.
Mum’s life-saving lesson: why water safety is so important for kids
Watching her four-year-old daughter Olivia plunge into the water after their yacht capsized was a terrifying moment for this Auckland mum.
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What kids think about Donald Trump – one year on from his inauguration
Their cutting honesty is priceless.
Duchess Catherine speaks emotionally about the difficulties of being a parent
And her words will strike a cord with many.
