There’s nothing quite so cool as making your very own DIY toys and games at home, and then spending hours playing with them. There’s just something really satisfying…
As a parent, sometimes it’s hard to know how to choose safe children’s products and you’ll want to make sure the children’s products you buy and use are…
After seeing my son’s toes forming callouses in his brand new leather shoes, I was forced to conclude that buying children’s shoes is not as simple as selecting…
Occasionally figures are published regarding how much it costs to raise children. The costs are often eye-watering! One of the major costs for kids is clothes. But clothing…
Outdoor clothing is essential in New Zealand’s colder months. Good outdoor clothing will not only keep your little ones warm, but will also save your sanity! Your children…
Every year children are seen at emergency departments with injuries caused by toys they’ve just received as Christmas presents.
Science and nature toys encourage your child to explore their world. More than just chemistry sets, science and nature toys are about exploration, problem solving, responsibility and wonderment.…
Puzzles and logic toys help your child to develop a range of skills, and there are puzzles and logic toys to suit every age and stage of development.…
Playing outdoors is a part of what makes kiwi kids special, and there are some great outdoor toys available. This guide to outdoor toys will help you find…
The average backyard only has room for a few pieces of outdoor play equipment, so choosing the right equipment for play is important. This guide will help you…
When buying equipment for creative play it’s important to consider safety, and make sure the equipment is appropriate for the age and stage of your child. Staff at…
Creative Play is what children do when they’re just being children, and there are plenty of things you can do to encourage creative play in your home. Whether…
Building blocks and toys give children a chance to build their world, and in doing so, blocks and building toys help your child develop a range of skills…
No childhood is complete without bikes, trikes and ride ons. Whether it is a plastic ride on motorbike, or a trike with a trailer, bikes let kids cut loose…
Preschool toys are designed to stimulate your childrens imagination and encourage a love of learning, but more than anything, preschool toys are lots of fun. This guide will…
Once your child becomes a toddler, a whole world of toys opens up. This guide will help you choose the best toddler toys for your 1 , 2…
Choosing the right togs and swim bags for your children can be a challenge. We give you some tips for your shopping trip in our Togs and Swim…
Buying school bags is about more than just the way they look. We cover some of the more serious aspects of buying a school bag in our School…
This article outlines the main options for car seats for babies and children in New Zealand. Safety issues and costs of car seats are also discussed.