Mum’s heartbreaking warning after baby accidentally starved to death
“If I’d given him just one bottle, he would still be alive.”
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Blessed in doubles: How to stay sane when you have multiple children under two
Our columnist Zoe Fuimaono, gives her advice on how not to lose the plot when parenting multiple toddlers.
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7 South Auckland intermediate students on being back at school
The end of warm, languid days, sleeping in, and no homework – seven Auckland kids tell us about being back at school after the summer holidays.
Kiwi book to help kids talk about difficult feelings
It's high time we started educating kids about their emotional well being, say Kiwis Evie Kemp and Jenny Palmer.
Does longer parental leave do more harm than good?
We're often in awe of European countries that provide months of parental leave - but are these long breaks ruining their careers?
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Birth photographer refuses to document caesarean
The photographer gave her reason as: "it's not birth."
Mum’s warning against popular shoe after son loses toe
A mother from the UK is warning other parents off a particular brand of shoe, after her young son had to have his toe amputated.
Kiwi couple’s epic $60K baby journey
Love, determination and a lot of money helped the Dudleys from Invercargill realise their dream.
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Taranaki dairies praised for sugary drink stance
Two dairies in Taranaki have made the decision to stop selling sugary drinks to school children.
Mum’s tears after shopper’s remark about her epileptic son
Special needs people deserve to live happily and be equally accepted in the community.
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3 tips for returning to work after maternity leave
Steps to help you transition from full-time mum to office life.
Libby Matthews: What’s in a baby name?
Columnist Libby Matthews discusses her choice of baby name, and questions why others feel so inclined to comment on it.
Dancing nan and grandson’s final goodbye
The grandson and nan duo who touched hearts with their adorable dancing video last year have hit headlines once more.
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Breastfed son ‘detected mum’s cancer’ when he wouldn’t feed
A mum from the UK has told the remarkable story of how her son helped raise the alarm for her having breast cancer.
UK mum of 12 says she’s ‘addicted’ to having babies
Cheryl Prudham, who receives the equivalent of $80,000 a year in benefits, is pregnant with her 13th child.
Are these the most criminal baby names?
Australian solicitors have discovered the names most likely to end up on the court list.
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5 ways to get your baby to sleep
Are you an overtired parent who needs some fresh ideas? Our bubba bedtime hacks and expert tips could be just what you need to catch some quality ZZZs tonight.
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Why you need to talk to your kids about sexting
The Shortland Street story line about sexting may have got tongues wagging - but there's an important message for parents here.
Tori Spelling’s baby shower cost more than $40,000
That’s a whole lot of baby-bottle-shaped cookies...
The Bachelor’s Kate Cameron: Five things no one tells you about the first trimester
Former Bachelor star Kate Cameron shares how she's feeling after announcing her pregnancy last month.
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Do the benefits of circumcision outweigh the risks?
A controversial new study out of Australia says yes.
Don’t have another baby, science confirms your kid would prefer a pet
Least surprising news ever, really.
We’ve all heard about postnatal depression, but what about antenatal depression?
We all know and hear a lot about postnatal depression, but what about depression and anxiety during pregnancy?
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The new baby naming trends for 2017
Bid goodbye to Amelia and Oliver, and say hello to the new names du jour.
Toddler suffers second-degree burns from hot playground mat
“As a new mum, I wasn’t sure what to do..”
Mum shares hilarious reality of household chores
"Close bedroom doors so you forget how messy your kids rooms are" - yup, this mum's tips on chores are brilliant.
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90-year-old shares his tips on how to stop loneliness
After losing his wife and sister in close succession, this 90-year-old has shared his tips on feeling more connected to others.
Kiwi mum’s million-dollar maternity leave project
Ima Asali certainly made the most of her time as a new mum!
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How to save money in the kitchen
The launch of the My Family Bag has meant big changes for this family of four.
Libby Matthews: Life as a new mum is a whirlwind
Columnist Libby Matthews fills us in on life with new bub, Maxwell Milou.
Kiwi mums turning loss into song
The award-winning Christchurch women are sending out a musical message in a gentle way.
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Note to parents: ‘Get off your phones, pay attention to your child’
A note telling parents to pay attention to their children, not their phones has gone viral this week, after it was erected at a nursery in Texas.
Blessed in doubles: Should I stop breastfeeding?
Our columnist Zoe Fuimaono, weighs up whether she should give up breastfeeding after persevering through thick and thin.
Why the term ‘expectant mother’ is now deemed offensive
A leaflet issued to medical staff has got people talking this week, after it claimed common terms like ‘expectant mother ‘were now best avoided.
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Why does my child need a digital device in the classroom?
Remember the days when school supplies meant a pile of exercise books and a pencil case?
Mum reveals what really happens when you give your baby the wrong name
The "mummy blogger" has had to face her mistake in the public eye.
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How to be more organised in the kitchen
The launch of the My Food Bag Express Bag has been a game-changer for mum-of-two, Amy.
Should we teach our kids more about the digital world?
Are technological advances creating a divide? Philanthropy lead at Microsoft New Zealand Belinda Gorman asks the question.
Blessed in Doubles: The first three weeks
We head to our columnist Zoe Fuimaono's Auckland home, to talk about newborns, breastfeeding, and everything in between.
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Five healthy back to school lunchbox ideas
Swap out boring sandwich fillings for fresh, tasty and healthy lunch time treats.
Why this school note urging parents to take more responsibility for their kids has gone viral
It's "learned at home."
Mum’s unique way to celebrate her daughter’s first period
She didn't want her daughter to feel ashamed about what was happening to her body.
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The back to school survival guide for parents
The holidays are drawing to a close and that means an end to relaxed bedtimes, living in togs and BBQs for dinner. Here’s how to make the transition from summer time to the new school year with ease.
Easy ways to add more fruit and vegetables to your child’s lunchbox
Got a little one that won’t eat their greens? Here are three tips on how to add more of the good stuff into their lunch boxes, brought to you by Countdown.
How this new mum transformed a wardrobe into a nursery
Proof that beautiful things come in small packages.
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Could your baby’s big head be a sign of intelligence?
Apparently a bigger noggin as a kid means they’re more likely to get a university degree.
Blessed in doubles: Our new life with four kids under two-years-old
Meet our new columnist Zoe Fuimaono, an Auckland mum of four who welcomed her second set of twins this month.
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Pregnant star shares four rules for talking about babies
What are the golden rules you should never break when it comes to pregnant women?
This divorce app could save couples thousands in legal fees
Helping partners "consciously uncouple."
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Mum delivers her son with her own bare hands via C-section
“It was the most incredible thing I have ever done.”
Australian mum Snapchats birth to thousands
An Australian blogger who goes by the name ‘The Young Mummy’ has shared her birth experience with followers – by snapchatting every second of her labour.
Woman gives birth to 6.5 kg baby
His mother says she had no idea she was pregnant with just one child!
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Wedding of the week: Kylie Austin & Morgan Potts
The stunning location of this wedding was kept secret from guests.
Kiwi woman who didn’t know she was pregnant gives birth on kitchen table
One woman shares the day she discovered she was pregnant - as she went into labour on her own at home.
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Ultimate dad photobombs
You've got to love dads for their ability to ruthlessly take the mick out of their kids.
Dad’s adorable reason for taking daughter on ‘dates’
A young family have shared the adorable reason that dad takes his daughter on monthly dates.
Mum fighting cancer gives birth to ‘miracle’ quadruplets
The American mum is now gearing up for the fight of her life.
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Mum of quadruplets sums up parenthood in 30 seconds
This mum from Utah took drastic measures to get a little 'me' time away for her four babies.
5 Ways to get back-to-school ready
If the idea of another year of lost lunchboxes and mismatched uniforms fills you with fear, these tips might help.
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Study says the more time you spend with older relatives, the longer they’ll live
New study says the more time you spend with older relatives, the longer they’ll live.
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Bride’s fury after mother-in-law joins honeymoon uninvited
We’ve all heard horror stories about the meddling mother-in-law, but this one really takes the biscuit.
Heart-stopping moment 2-year-old boy saves his twin after chest of drawers almost crushes him
The video shows the toddler exert incredible strength.
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Kiwi mum welcomes second set of twins after getting pregnant while on the pill
A young mum who became pregnant with her second set of twins – despite being on birth control – has given birth to two healthy babies this week.
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Blogger live-streams birth to over 200,000 strangers to show reality of labour
Everything from contractions to taking her new bub home.
How to destroy your kids’ lives
Diana Kidd loved her children more than anything – but that love nearly destroyed their childhoods, something that still reduces her to tears years later.
Woman whose newborn died donates 70 litres of her own breast milk to those in need
Ariel Matthews made it her mission after not only losing her son 11 days after he was born, but also following a stillbirth and miscarriage the year before.
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Baby desperate for a new liver only had to wait 40 minutes for donor to be found
Doctors say they have never seen this happen so fast before…
Boy forced to have chemotherapy dies in mum’s arms
The Perth boy was at the centre of a bitter legal dispute over his cancer treatment.
Why this mum doesn’t give her kid any Christmas presents
And she gives away any that guests bring over.
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Couple tired of being asked when they’re having kids give the best response
Their clever comeback is close enough.
Should my child be sugar-free?
Are the little people in your life eating too much sugar? I Quit Sugar's Sarah Wilson thinks so.
How to get family off their phones over the holidays
Five ways to be together technology-free over Christmas.
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Toddler sees Christmas lights for first time after life-changing eye surgery
“It was difficult to believe he could see the lights 15m away. This sort of thing was absurd prior to eye surgery.”
5 ways to get back to school ready
Avoid the pre-school term madness with these handy organisation tips
Dolls with disabilities are making kids everywhere feel special
She's like a mini-me. Because she has a hearing aid and I have a hearing aid.
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Baby brain is real and lasts for years, says study
The first evidence that pregnancy has a long lasting effect on a woman's brain has been published.
Study shows abortion doesn’t negatively impact women’s mental health
The comprehensive study looked at 1,000 women over the course of five years.
Elle Halliwell gives birth to a new son before starting cancer treatment
The Australian journalist was diagnosed with a rare form of leukaemia within days of finding out she was expecting.
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How to: Make homemade colic cures
Two of my babies had colic and, at times, I was beside myself about what to do.
Depressed marine overcome with emotion after surprise Christmas gift
Three years ago, US marine Peter Coukoulis returned from war.
Mum’s epic rant about her ‘hormonal monster’ daughter goes viral
Sandra posted a ‘tongue-in-cheek’ advertisement for her 15-year-old, asking for a good home for her.
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How to cope with a backhanded compliment
You know the sort - the comments that are meant to be compliments but seem to have another, underlying message.
6 Must-read kids books
Could one of these classics be the perfect Christmas gift for the young book-lover in your life?
Our journey with a transgender daughter
Emma’s mother revealed: “I found her in the room just with a knife and pants down, and she tried to cut off her own penis.”
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Kiwis create gay fairy tale for release in February 2017
These two Kiwis say their tale about love and acceptance is more important than ever.
Libby Matthews’ pregnancy page: Should parents post photos of their kids online?
Libby Matthews discusses sharing photos of your child on social media, before they even have a say in the matter.
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Baby-naming experts top picks for 2017
Some are feminist-inspired names. Others are simply god-like!
