I want the best for my children and want them to be the best they can be. I suspect most, if not all, parents want this for their…
Win an Angel Star Prize Pack Including a signed copy of Angel Star with the singalong CD and two Angel Star gift cards. Angel Star follows a young…
Fans of Entertainment One’s (eOne) hit preschool show Peppa Pig will be delighted with this new range of Peppa Pig play sets from Planet Fun. Designed to encourage…
Experience the ultimate animal adventure at Christchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park, New Zealand’s only open range zoo. Orana specializes in providing amazing animal encounters. Visitors can marvel at our…
DELICIOUS SNACKS IN A BOX – STREET STYLE! Two new flavours add an almighty flavour kick to the hugely-popular SunRice Street Snacks range this September. Containing no preservatives…
Ever find yourself in a situation where your toddler is nearing meltdown mode, hyperventilating, panicking, losing all control? Teaching your toddler deep breathing may be the answer.
Take the trip of a lifetime along the world’s largest river – the Amazon – and find out all about the countries and rainforest that dot along this…
The world is, indeed, full of fascinating cities. This book takes you through stacks of cities from throughout the globe. Some are familiar, like Auckland and Queenstown, San…
Have you ever wondered how to grow a giant pumpkin for Halloween? When you think about Halloween, you instinctively think of an American celebration with carved pumpkins at…
As first time parents, or any time parents really, we may sometimes find ourselves sitting in front of ‘professionals’ vigorously nodding our heads in agreement with what they’re…
Win a Magnetic Reward Calendar from Squoodles – Educational Wooden Toys and Gifts…. for kids! A fantastic reward calendar for your your children to encourage them to help…
www.kiwifamilies.co.nz, New Zealand’s most trusted parenting website, is about to celebrate its 10th birthday! We’ve been helping Kiwis grow great families for almost 10 years – by working with…
I have been doing the ‘doing’ for my children for so long, they can’t see their own capacity and capability to be able to ‘do’. I’ve read the obligatory…
Win a beautiful blue Kiwiplay Wiki Wave slide made of super reinforced moulded plastic with built in UV resistance. This slide is 2.65m long top to bottom and…
Be in to WIN yourself a 12 month subscription to Healthy Food Guide magazine. Get healthy and happy with a subscription to Healthy Food Guide magazine. Each month,…
Win yourself one of two ‘It’s a Beautiful Day’ wellness diaries by Claire Turnbull. This diary will help you to keep yourself healthy and on track with your…
Ivan and the Lighthouse is the very well written story of a boy growing up in Devonport around the turn of the century. Ivan’s Father is a Lighthouse…
Dough Queen play dough is an all natural, non-toxic alternative to the commercial store-bought play dough. It was born out of a need. When Claire (aka the Dough Queen) noticed…
Rhyme & Reo is a fun way to learn Te Reo. At the Zoo is a tale about two kids having a fun day out at the zoo.…
We took the Nestlé Choose Wellness quiz and were a bit shocked at the results. I thought we lived pretty well. But what we’re discovering is that living…
Hairy Maclary and Friends – Baby’s First Year Cards is a set of 30 delightful cards featuring Hairy Maclary and all his friends you know so well. The…
Win a beautiful soft, cosy and warm quilt from My Favourite Space. This quilt is made to fit a cot and the size allows for tucking in at…
Win a Family pass to Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine (4 tickets: 2 adults & 2 children, or 1 adult & 3 children) for 18 December, 10 am…
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Family fun at Snowplanet Auckland just got even better for 3 lucky families! Join the kids for a 1hr Tubing experience at Snowplanet. This great prize is for…
Oats are one of nature’s most nutrient rich grains, providing the goodness of wholegrain with some extra ‘super’ benefits. Bran, Endosperm and Germ. Benefits of Oats Uncle Tobys…
Feed Your Brain: 7 Steps to a Lighter, Brighter You! is the ultimate guide about keeping your brain in tip-top shape. Delia McCabe has spent over two decades researching…
You – yes YOU – are a successful mummy Instantly, some of you will have thought “no, I’m not”. If that’s you, stop right there. That’s storytelling: a story…
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Being a parent is a mixture of elation, exhaustion, delight and fear, sometimes all at the same time!
Like most families, we’re always in search of health and wellness for ourselves and our children. Sometimes it feels like we’re searching for the holy grail though; we’re…
The first parent I think of celebrating is the widow of the black man, Philando Castile, murdered by an American policeman when pulled over for a broken tail…
The second annual Children’s International Film Festival Aotearoa – “Screenies” – will be entertaining film fans aged 3-15 years old, September 22-25 at TAPAC in Western Springs, Auckland. This year’s…
I was lucky enough to try out Daipers Sensitive Nappies from the Nappy Warehouse. Daipers Sensitive are an economically priced nappy, but still with European made quality and…
Hi-5 hits New Zealand’s shores next month, and we just know you want to win tickets to this one! We’ve got a family pass to each of the…
With the Hi-5 House Hits tour just about to hit New Zealand shores, we wanted to find out something about Hi-5 we didn’t already know.
Bayer New Zealand is launching a new post-pregnancy multivitamin – Elevit Breastfeeding. Expectant mums have been able to take Elevit with Iodine during preconception, pregnancy and after baby is born to achieve…
We’ve rounded up an eclectic mix of 2022 Father’s Day gift ideas. We’ve selected gifts at a few different price points, so there should be something for everyone on the…
There’s some absolute truth about fatherhood in the modern age that I’ve discovered. In fact, there are 12 actual truths. Share them with every Dad you know.
Moranifesto is Caitlin Moran’s collection of some of her favourite pieces that she has written, loosely collected into topics “The twenty-first century, where we live,” “The feminisms,” and…
There’s only one thing I ever ask for on Father’s Day. It’s the same thing every year. Breakfast in bed, with a coffee and a newspaper. Ahhh, the…
Kai Carrier make reusable food pouches that can be filled with homemade food so you know exactly what you and your children are eating while minimising the mess.…
To celebrate the launch of their Trick 4 Treats 2016 campaign, VitaPet have given us a gift box full of dog treats, valued at RRP$100 to give away!…
Kung Fu Panda, you’re either going to love it, or not. I’m firmly in the love it camp. I think Jack Black is excellent, and he’s in fine…
They did… I did … I hope she does… We consciously and subconsciously carry through our lives pre-conceived ideas, learnt behaviour and negative influences from our upbringing. It’s…
Mais oui bien sûr, Lonely Planet Kids have included a guide to Paris in their new City Trails editions for the 8-12 year old bracket. If you want…
The Baby Show is back at the ASB Showgrounds between 19-21 August, and it’s better than ever! With everything from pregnancy care, maternity clothes and skincare, right through…
Music Box 2016 is a selection of songs from the New Zealand children’s music awards 2016. Each year the APRA Best Children’s Music Song celebrates the songwriters and composers…
Snooze with Hairy Maclary is another installation from Lynley Dodd sees Hairy Maclary and friends looking for their favourite spots to take a nap.
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Music Box celebrates the top songs from the APRA Best Children’s Music Song Award, awarded as a part of the annual Children’s MusicAwards on the 4th August. MusicBox…
Russell Hobbs 3.5L Slow Cooker worth $99.99 Versatile and easy to use, the 3.5L Slow Cooker is a great staple appliance for every kitchen. Simply add ingredients, select…
Need a helping hand getting up and at ‘em on those cold winter mornings? Berocca Kick, made with guarana, a fast-acting natural energiser that comes from an Amazonian…
Lonely Planet Kids London City Trails follows 19 themed trails through London to reveal the city’s best kept secrets. If you’ve got an 8-12 year old who dreams…
Back in the day our parents and grandparents were fortunate enough to live the quarter-acre dream. They had backyards big enough to have a large garden to supplement the…
Spaghetti bolognaise is a go-to staple in most households. And it’s not hard to see why. Full of protein and carbs, with the sweetness of tomatoes, and lots…
Win this fabulous wooden kitchen from Kidzstuffonline. All little people will enjoy cooking up a storm in this well designed kitchen. New stock has arrived and is gender neutral…
Be into win one of 5 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Beyond the universe season 4 DVDs. The Triceratons have destroyed Earth. Everyone is gone, including Master Splinter. But…
Malcolm Rands started ecostore with his wife Melanie in their home in an eco-village in New Zealand in 1993. ecostore products have a wealth of scientific research and innovation behind…
This is a great Kiwiana colouring book created by Dave Gunson that gives you true-to-life pictures and unusual facts about all things Kiwiana. This book features 30 simple,…
What kid doesn’t love chicken nuggets right? And there are some good brands out now with organic chicken, and healthier batter. But, still, some chicken nuggets leave a…
What Could It Be, by Sally Fawcett is a picture book about exploring shapes and the endless creativity that comes with this.
There’s nothing quite like a winter vegetable soup to make you feel warm on the inside, when it’s cold on the outside! This tummy-warming recipe comes from Mandy Sacher.…
Dear Mummy, You’re Important Too is the ultimate handbook reminding mothers how important self time truly is. In this beautifully laid out book is a collection of quotes,…
Reo Pēpi presents its first series of beautiful bilingual children’s books with the release of Kanohi – My Face, Kākahu – Getting Dressed & Kararehe – Animals. With…
Mister Maker is a real favourite in our house. There’s not much my kids like more than doing crafts and the crafts Mister Maker does on his TV…
Going on a holiday or weekend getaway with the family is a great way to escape from your day to day routine, create long lasting memories and spend quality…
Nut Brothers roasts and mills natural ingredients sourced from all around the world to make the finest tasting nut butters, right here in New Zealand. To celebrate the…
The title sounds like the starting point for an article on how to explore the Amazon while avoiding piranha, or maybe eating puffer fish in Japan without suffering terminal…
It’s Dani’s first summer vacation—and the best ever! She is staying on an island with Ella, her best friend in the world. Dad is still in hospital but…
When I think about keeping my children safe the first thing that comes to mind is keeping them safe from other people. But how? I can’t wrap them up…
BIC CLIC Celebrating 60 Years in NZ BIC® wants to say a big thank you to Kiwis for supporting BIC CLIC® for the last 60 years! To say…
Win a family pass to see Mister Maker and The Shapes LIVE when he brings his amazing theatre show to Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington during the July school…
Lonely Planet Kids – Spot the Lot! is a really fun new book that is part search-and-find and part colouring book.
Win a $500 coupon from Wotif.co.nz to put towards your next family holiday! Whether it’s a New Zealand family road trip, or an overseas destination you’re into Wotif.co.nz…
These July holidays, complete an adventurous self-guided training course through Auckland Zoo’s African savannah to graduate from the Zoo’s Ranger Academy! There are six great challenges (from fitness…
I was ready to be a mother at the age of four, it was 1978.
In this busy modern world, cities are expanding and backyards are shrinking. Yet the desire to grow food is more pressing in the face of rising food costs and…
Lonely Planet’s new collection of City Trails books reveal secrets, stories and other cool stuff about some of the world’s most popular destinations. New York is my favourite…
“The Girls” by Emma Cline is a hot new novel about Evie Boyd, a woman who grew up in California in the 1960s and 1970s. The film rights…
Dorothy Waide’s wonderful book ‘You simply can’t spoil a newborn’ is the absolute must-have parenting book for new Mums and Dads.
Emma Galloway of My Darling Lemon Thyme blog/book fame has returned with a new cookbook to inspire those who enjoy eating a vegetarian and gluten free diet. Full…
Give your immune system a boost this winter with Red Seal’s Floradix formula! Floradix is perfect for fighting that winter fatigue. The formula is a fast absorbing iron…
Harraways has a NEW variety to add to its family of oats – Steel Cut Oats, available in three delicious flavours: Original Brown Sugar, Sultana and CinnamonApple and…
Win your little outdoor explorer one or two pairs of Children’s Waterproof Fleece Lined Overpants! RRP $36 (sizes 1, 2, 3) RRP $40 (sizes 4, 5) Winner’s choice…
It may have taken a while to show up this year, but winter is here and making its presence felt across the country with chilly weather and, in some…
Children with learning differences are some of the bravest children I know. They show grit, resilience and a level of persistence that some of us would only dream…
Cake Decorating Made Easy is a cake decorating book for beginners who want to add flair to their cakes. With completely manageable step-by-step instructions, this title is a…
“Vinegar Girl” is part of the Hogarth Shakespeare series of modern retellings of Shakespeare. It updates “The Taming of the Shrew.” I love a clever modern adaptation of…
I love wall hangings so decided since Matariki is just around the corner I would create a star wall hanging with little miss 3. I love creating with…
Matariki is a great time of year to celebrate and learn more about Maori culture. One way we’re doing this in our family is through story books. My…
African savannah Home to giraffe, zebra, ostrich, meerkats, leopard tortoises and African masked lovebirds, the new African savannah brings Auckland Zoo visitors closer than ever to wildlife, in an…
The Kiwi Families team got the opportunity to interview Mister Maker for his upcoming tour. Read on to find out what he’s looking forward to when he gets…
Win a copy of the brand new book ‘Dear Mummy, You’re Important Too’ – the first book of its kind. Unlike other parenting-related books, this book has mummies…
Win 1 of 5 DVD copies of Dora the Explorer’s Puppy Party. Dora has a present for her new puppy, Perrito, but Swiper has all-new sneaky swiping tricks!…
I read an article a few weeks ago in New Zealand’s Canvas magazine, in which writer Megan Nicol Reed penned: “there is something inherently nauseating about talk of…
Guji Guji is a crocodile, who, through the event of his egg rolling down a hill is born into a family of ducks. His family accepts him for…
Win your baby or toddler their very own set of two Doidy Cups. Perfect for bottle haters, breastfed babies and as a sippy cup replacement, Doidy Cups are…
Win one of three prize packs, each containing the four latest book releases from Lonely Planet Kids. Prepare to get seriously streetwise with Lonely Planet Kids’ new City…
Kids love Dr Suess, and it’s been that way for a long time. New stories have been found and published in Horton & the Kwuggerbug and more lost…