Things I Wish I Had Known Before Childbirth
Feeling prepared for childbirth? Think again. The reality may be a whole lot different to your expectations.
Princesses, Magic and Adventure – Fiction Books for Girls (and Boys)!
Inspire and empower the next generation with these books and stories that allow kids to read about princesses, magic and adventure - with a twist.
The Most Common Middle Names
Do you have a common middle name? Chances are you do! Unlike first names, we tend to follow tradition for middle names. Discover the most popular.
Easy Meals Teens Can Make Themselves
When your teen is ready for some independence, ensure they are armed with at least a small repertoire of easy dinners that they can make themselves.
Life Skills Every Teen Needs Before Leaving Home
Whether you start building these skills up from their tween years (or earlier), or you do a last minute dash before they fly the coop, here's some of the life skills that will stand them in good stead.
Gentle Activities for Sick Children
When the kids are sick and really need to rest, boredom can set in quickly! Between the necessary naps, these activities will keep the kids occupied without them leaving their sickbed, and all the while keeping the noise level down and energy levels restrained.
10 Ways to Keep Toys Clean and Organised
If the toys are taking over, then it's time to regain some sanity with our tips on keeping toys clean and organised.
Betty Crocker Baking Mixes
We have given 50 members the chance to trial and review easy-to-use Betty Crocker Baking products to get kids baking. Read the reviews.
Bake it Better for Starship
New Zealanders are being asked to get behind our national children’s hospital by taking part in Bake It Better for Starship, a month of bake sales in July.
Pokémon Litwick Cake
Create a Litwick birthday cake for your Pokémon fan. Litwick is in the shape of a candle, where the Pokemon’s hair is melting wax.
The Treasure Hunt That Rocks
People around the country and the world are decorating, hiding and seeking out painted rocks.
20 Indoor Activities To Keep The Kids Busy
When it's cold, windy and wet and playing outside isn't an option, how do you keep the kids interested and amused indoors? Try these 20 ideas.
Why I Still Love Toy Story
The Toy Story movies are not just cinematic genius. They also represent an important connection that I share with my children due to a common interest.
Mum, Come and Play!
Playing with your child is important for their development and also to aid in building strong bonds between you.
Celebrating Our Parenting Journeys with Bonds
To celebrate the launch of Bonds Newbies in New Zealand, we treated four lucky mums to a photoshoot with their little one. See the beautiful photos and read about their parenting journeys.
Best Board Games for Kids
Board games are not only lots of fun to play, they also provide lots of learning opportunities for kids. Even better, play them with your kids and they will benefit from quality time too.
What Does 10cm Cervical Dilation Look Like?
Visualising the miracle of birth is not easy. But a 'dilation board' can bring it all into perspective for mums-to-be!
10 Simple Ways to Save Time
Whether you need some quick dinner recipes or quick beauty tips, here are ten ways for mums to save time.
The Five-P Programme: Finish Your To Do List by Dinner
Why does time seem to run so quickly when you have so much to do? Employ our Five-P organisation programme and you’ll have everything done by dinner.
Movie Review: Detective Pikachu
This is a different Pikachu - a Detective Pikachu. He talks, sort of, and he investigates. This movie is more of a gritty cyber-punk action film, but is still pretty family friendly.
105 Is The New Non-Emergency Number
NZ Police have a new non-emergency number - you can now call 105. Just remember, in an emergency, always call 111.
Is It Time For a Tutor?
Tutors and tutoring programmes provide not only help for kids who need some assistance with their learning, but also extension for those kids who are keen to progress further.
Healtheries Oven Baked Twirls
We gave our members the opportunity to try Healtheries Oven Baked Twirls in our free trial. Read the reviews.
Free Experiences To Have In Your Own City
Have a great family day out without blowing the budget. Check out our guide to five ciities with FREE family fun.
Make Your Own Wheat Bag
Whether you're trying to keep warm or soothing sore muscles, this simple wheat bag will prove invaluable. We've even got a tip to increase the soothing sensation.
It’s a Boy! The Royal Baby is Here
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced the arrival of their baby boy.
How to Deal With Cringe-worthy Kid Moments
Every parent has cringe-worthy kid moments, but parenting author Nigel Latta offers some tips to ease those embarrassing moments.
A Fussy Baby Can Increase the Chances of PND
While many parents were probably aware of how mind altering having a fussy baby can be, recent research does provide more concrete evidence that it can lead to a higher chance of PND.
11 Things You Never Imagined Doing Before Becoming A Parent
There are things that parents find themselves doing that before children, they would probably never have imagined being part of their day.
Bonds Newbies Launch in New Zealand
Australian mums go gaga over Bonds baby clothing and now Bonds Newbies has launched in New Zealand, with affordable, quality, snuggly-as baby clothing that you will simply adore!