Becoming a mum was the ultimate experience for me. It was something I always knew I would love. I have a medical condition that made it difficult for…
One of the hardest decisions we ever had to make as a family was to withdraw our 8 year old daughter from school and embark on our adventure…
Did you ever hear “wait until you are a parent?” It took becoming a parent for me to grasp the scope of commitment and sacrifice, expense and rewards…
When our teens are going through a rough time it really is hard to think about anything else. Sometimes nothing is actually said but their misery or silence tells you…
Invented by clever Kiwi mum, Alana, Mud Mates Children’s Craft aprons are designed to protect your children’s clothes, keeping them clean through all sorts of messy play. If you’ve…
I’ve already read “We were liars” by E Lockhart which I really enjoyed so I started reading the disreputable history with a lot of expectation. And I wasn’t…
A follow up to “Rosie to the Rescue”, Rosie’s Radical Rescue Ride is another DairyNZ book to educate children on the workings of dairy farms. Filled with familiar…
Set your spirit of adventure free with this lavishly illustrated trip around the world. Explore seven continent maps, packed with hundred of activities and challenges to inspire armchair…
Te Reo Māori is one of New Zealand’s three official languages (the other is New Zealand Sign Language) and Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori is a great opportunity to…
Nickelodeon’s award winning reality series Camp Orange is back for its eleventh season! Four sibling duos compete in the slimiest, smelliest, and most seriously twisted challenges yet, with…
We have five copies of global travel authority Lonely Planet’s new book, “Travel with Children” to give away. From visiting Santa’s home in Lapland to spotting penguins in…
Win a copy of T is for Taniwha – the colouring book for Kiwi kids. Put aside those generic colouring books, Kiwi kids now have their own book…
Inner Fire is Rachel Stedman’s second novel. It is about a teenage girl Corinne who, in addition to all the normal challenges of adolescence, can’t get angry! When…
Make water more exciting with SodaStream! The SodaStream Play was created by world-renowned designer Yves Béhar, it’s at home in the most stylish of kitchen spaces with its…
Imagine a City tells the story of two children travelling with their mother by train to a fantastical city and the things that they do and see while…
We were looking for a trampoline for our family, something that was safe, well made and would last for a long time. After some great research, based on…
2015 marks the 10th anniversary of Gecko Press, a small NZ publisher who specialises in good quality children’s books from New Zealand and around the world. Each title…
Win new Precious Eco Nappies and have a clear conscience with your nappy choice and all the convenience of a disposable! Precious Eco Nappies are 75% biodegradable and…
Floradix Formula is still New Zealand’s favourite iron tonic after more than 40 years, according to the latest market figures*. Natural and highly absorbable, the iron tonic has…
Win the self-help parenting book called, ‘BabyCues – Nurture with Nature, Prevent and remedy colic, reflux, lactose and dairy overload, Nature’s logical answers’ by Philippa Murphy, a postnatal…
The New Patrol by Andy McNab is a thriller set in Afghanistan. The central character is returning for a second tour to Afghanistan, but his previous experiences don’t…
Be in to win one of two Bathroom Safety Prize Packs from Dreambaby® each valued at $56.92. Each prize pack includes: 1 x Dreambaby® Premium Nail Clippers with…
Win one of five DVD copies of The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge out of Water. SpongeBob SquarePants, the world’s favourite sea dwelling invertebrate, comes ashore to our world for…
Kate Atkinson’s Life After Life explored the possibility of infinite chances, as Ursula Todd lived through the turbulent events of the last century again and again. In A…
Giving up alcohol for a month to be part of the Dry July fundraiser, doesn’t mean you are admitting to having a problem. On the contrary, it usually…
I suspect I’m not the only one who takes hundreds of photos of my kids, only for so many of them to languish somewhere on my computer files.…
Cheeky elves Filly and Pilly have fallen on hard times after shooting wrapped on The Hobbit. Lucky for them, Gordon the cobbler is looking for some help in…
Hokia Ki Nga Maunga (Return to the mountain) is the enchanting story of a young boy named Rima who needs the help of the Maori god of the…
“How to Build a Girl” is Caitlin Moran’s first novel for adults. If you’ve read her books “How to be a Woman” or “Moranthology” you probably know whether…
Feyre is a hunter and lives on the edge of starvation as she tries to provide for her family. However, while out hunting she kills a fairy who…
The Mime Order by Samantha Shannon is the sequel to The Bone Season. It follows Paige Mahoney after she’s escaped from Sheol I and has returned to London…
Win one of five DVD copies of PAW Patrol: Marshall and Chase on the Case! PAW Patrol is a CG, action-adventure pre-school series starring Chase (the German Shepherd…
The Bone Season is set in a parallel world with a lot of similarities to ours but where clairvoyance is real and being discovered as clairvoyant is a…
Good news, kiwi families! Visits to your family doctor will soon be free for children under 13. From 1 July 1 2015, all children under 13 are eligible for…
I missed the boat swaddling my first baby and he was really difficult to settle to sleep. I was much more determined second time around and prepared from…
Kids content on our television is in a precarious position. We just have to look at the demise of John Campbell’s programme on TV3 to see how stories…
Thanks to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, we have a great Disney Jr prize to give away to three lucky winners! Up for grabs is Doc McStuffin’s latest adventure,…
Henry Hugglemonster is the latest offering from Disney Jr for keeping the wee ones entertained, and thanks to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment we are lucky enough to have…
Hot or cold? Cold or hot? Maybe slightly warm. Or room temperature? Technically, there are loads of ways to enjoy Hubbards new Hot or Cold Amazing Mueslis. The…
Thanks to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, we have another fantastic DVD giveaway! If there’s danger, call the ranger! Bumbling thieves stranded in the wilderness when their getaway van…
Did you know what an incredible biological feat it is to conceive a child? I knew for some people it was a challenge, but it wasn’t until I…
Sometimes Sophie worries — not during the day when she is busy with family and friends, but at night when everything is calm and quiet. Her family all…
An all in one feeding set, the Munch Eco Hero comes with a cup with handles for easy usage, a baby plate and spoon, fork, bowl and a…
The seriously lightweight and compact Traveller is something you don’t need to make a lot of room for when you go away from home with bubs. Tuck it…
Is bowel cancer on your radar? If not, you’ll likely find the following statistics as sobering as I do:
Designed and made in New Zealand, the iFLOAT is an innovative, reliable and super-functional flotation device which will transform the way a non-swimmer interacts with the water. Designed…
Four years ago, I discovered a pile of unopened utility bills on my husband’s desk. They were buried under a pile of sweet wrappers, junk mail and cat…
Did you spot a lot of posts and comments on Facebook and Twitter over the Mother’s Day weekend from mums all around the world?
These school holidays, the Sky Tower, or should we say Spy Tower, has some awesome activities for kids including a laser maze 165m above ground level! 10am-3pm daily,…
The Baby & Child Expo is the only Christchurch & South Island consumer show geared towards Pregnancy, Birth, Newborn, Toddler, Parenting and Families. With a huge range of products…
Puddle Jumpers Original Overalls are made from durable Nylon Tussah fabric which is waterproof to 600mm- that’s a fair bit of rain! These overalls provide all over protection you’ll…
To celebrate the upcoming release of Disney/Pixar’s INSIDE OUT on June 25th, Walt Disney Studios have 5 x prize packs to give away. Each prize pack contains the…
This is a brightly illustrated, robust hardback title that retells 99 Bible stories. Each is featured in a single or double page spread and through simple text that…
We’re giving away a family pass (four tickets) to Capital E National Theatre for Children’s Stealing Games. STEALING GAMES Would you pay to play? What if the cost…
As the July school holidays are just around the corner, many of you are probably thinking of different, exciting and innovative activities for your children. Valued at $150,…
For those of us who are avid Adrian Zumbo fans, his latest book The Zumbo Files will not disappoint! The master patissier Adriano Zumbo (nick named the Sweet…
Blended, re-partnering, stepfamilies, whatever you want to call it, life can be pretty complicated when you and your partner have children from previous relationships. And when you finally…
At the end of last year I was eating lunch when my mobile rang. The voice on the other end explained very matter of factly that I had won…
Pippa, Pia, Poppy, Polly and Peg are quintuplets. Since birth, they’ve done everything the same — cry, eat, sleep, sit. But as they get a little older, things…
Matariki is a small group of stars – the constellation Pleiades – that reappear in the sky in winter (in late May or early June) and, through the…
Getting the kids into bed doesn’t need to be a drama. Having the right tools can make it a battle free zone, here are some tips.
Lisa Lovatt-Smith gave up her highfalutin career in fashion to volunteer at an orphanage in Ghana in the mid 2000s. Little did she know that she would find…
The immediate response to this title for most parents would be “but families are constantly being challenged!” That probably applies more today than it has for a long…
Picture this: You’re aged 60 and semi-retired Regular contributions to your retirement scheme over the years will soon pay off and you’re feeling quietly confident that in five…
Juggling family duties when a new born comes along, can have its challenges. Time to prepare a well balanced meal full of the right nutrition and meeting every…
Imagine having just given birth and being told by the doctor that your baby probably wouldn’t live, that you should get ready to say goodbye. But then baby…
Grandparents or kin who find themselves in a position of having to raise children at a later stage in life face many challenges:
Winter is often considered the off season for fair weather gardeners, who enjoy the simple pleasures of sun warmed tomatoes and crisp salads on a hot day and…
If your family is anything like ours, life is never predictable and certainly never stands still. Challenges to our family’s way of life, our values, our routines and…
“You don’t understand!” “You never let me…” “It’s not fair!” “I hate you!”… These and other hurtful words are often heard by parents from angry, upset children, resulting…
Our family’s biggest challenge is making time. Time is a precious resource I crave. The 19th century American author, Alice Morse Earle wrote, “The clock is running. Make…
“There has been a lot of talk online about child abduction and stranger danger lately and I am starting to feel really anxious about my children’s safety. I…
You might have heard of the ‘heel prick’ test – also known as a ‘Guthrie’, ‘PKU’ or newborn metabolic test – where a small blood sample is taken…
Dance all your favourite stories to life in a series of workshops with Java Dance. Java reunites with Capital E in a new series of dance workshops. Children…
La Boca Loca is Wellington’s renowned Mexican restaurant, and here in this new hardcover title you can find some of their well-cooked, well-loved recipes that have made Mexican…
When we opened La Boca Loca in April 2011, we had a clear goal: to bring the freshest flavours of Mexico to Wellington. Our mission was to recreate…
Pom is playing with his special friend, Pim. Pim gets misplaced, much to Pom’s dismay. Pom enlists the help of his dog, and they look everywhere for little…
With winter here it is important to build up your immune system to keep healthy, productive and enjoy every day. Silberhorn is one of New Zealand’s longest established,…
Michelle Bridges, best known for her role coaching individuals on The Biggest Loser Australia, has recently released her new health and fitness book: Powerful Living – Mindset +…
Once upon a time, a woman went to Paris in the 80s, met a sexy Frenchman in a café, went back home to the States, received seven lovely…
Busy parents have enough to worry about, so when it comes to their precious little ones in bed, they don’t want to be left worrying about them getting…
Little Passports is the award-winning children’s subscription company that inspires kids to learn about the world. After signing up, kids receive monthly packages filled with exciting and engaging content,…
We have three copies of the brilliant new picture book Don’t Think About Purple Elephants to give away! Don’t Think About Purple Elephants is a delightful picture book…
Tip Top® Bakery has made it even easier to boost children’s protein intake through the number one item kiwi parents include in the lunchbox, with the introduction of…
Welcome to my world of creating a blended family. My world of love, laugher, fun, stress, anxiety and chaos… This is me… A Wife, a Mother, a Step-Mother, an…
Women have been singing the praises of Efamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil across two generations and it is not just word of mouth that supports its actions. Nearly…
A lost child is a parent’s worst nightmare! Is your child a ‘runner’? Or did you take your eye off them for a moment, and now can’t see…
WIN! 1 of 4 Listerine® Total Care® Mouthwash Packs, valued at $30 each. Are you ready to jumpstart to a healthier mouth? In an eye-catching limited edition design,…
“Changing the World is Child’s Play – Inspirations for making everyday moments with children count.” Released early in April, “Changing the World is Child’s Play” is published in…
New Zealand owned household brand Mrs Rogers is known for their high quality and all natural range of salts, peppers, herbs, spices and seasonings, but did you know…
Nordic Naturals Children’s DHA delivers essential nutrients to help with the development of the brain, eyes, nervous and immune systems. Made entirely from Arctic Cod Liver Oil that’s…
Alice Arndell, who has appeared on NZ’s Hottest Home Baker and is the blog writer at Alice in Bakingland has released her second book – Bake Me Home:…
The Mocka Bronx Crate is a great way to keep toys tidy and out of the way. The crates come in three different designs that are all simple…
When you can’t get to sleep at night, listen to a story fuelled by fright! There will be mermaids, ghouls and perhaps a hag, with sights and sounds…
Nutritionist Claire Turnbull has recently published a new book – Feel Good for Life and we thought she might have some valuable thoughts to share with parents, because who doesn’t…
Pondering how best to grow healthy, well-nourished kids is something that occupies the mind of almost every mother. This Mother’s Day, ChildFund is giving Kiwi and Kenyan mums…
Every year, Deaf Aotearoa chooses a Deaf person to be the Face of NZSL Week. This year, it’s Dylan Louie, a young Auckland father. Dylan tells us what…
Candle Tiny Tots Lift the Flap Bible presents eight Bible stories in a very simple, stripped-back manner. The stories encourage small readers to lift cardboard flaps in order…
When Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe, and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them…
I think most parents worry a bit about having their children’s photos online, especially in something like Facebook. I know I’m pretty careful with my setting in this…