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Handy websites for holiday entertainment

By using the Internet you can find out about entertainment and activities in your community.... 

Preparing your child for a new sibling

A new baby arriving in the family brings big changes for everyone, particularly for your other... 

Boosting your child’s imagination

“What would you like to be when you grow up?” Ask your children this simple question... 

Encouraging a healthy body image

It seems like just yesterday that you had to coax your daughter to bathe. But then she turned... 

The 5 Bs of successful parenting

I hear the questions again and again: "How do I get my child to… …quit whining?"... 

What it means to be a dad – part two

Dads have some unique parenting challenges in today’s society. Last issue we gave some practical... 

Kick-start your morning

A healthy breakfast is fantastic fuel for kids, teenagers, and adults on the go. It improves... 

Mums and dads wanted for free Positive Parenting Programme

New Zealand parents are invited to take part in a free research trial of an internationally... 

Handling homework

Kids are more successful in school when parents take an active interest in homework — it... 

School junk food scrapped or healthy food canned?

One year on from the removal of a National Administration Guideline clause stating that schools... 

Helpful organisations if you need the Family Court

The Family Court of New Zealand This is your first stop for making an appointment with a Family...