10 Family-friendly Holiday Destinations On Your Doorstep
Explore these family-friendly destinations that are waiting to be discovered, right here in Aotearoa.
Is Your Home Warm Enough in Winter?
Kidspot surveyed New Zealand families on the warmth and health of their homes during the colder months. Read on for the results of our survey.
What To Do With Your Child’s Leftovers
The ultimate guide to using up your child's leftover food, including recipes from the Love Food Hate Waste website and the Kidspot Kitchen.
Should I change my child’s name because it’s too popular?
Ever reconsidered the chosen name for your baby? How about your four year old's name?
How To Help Your Child Get More Rest
Finding ways to help your child get plenty of sleep at night doesn’t have to be a struggle. Read tips on common issues with kids and their sleep routines.
The famous Hutt Hospital muesli recipe
Thanks to the power of social media, the secret is out - the much sought after recipe for Hutt Hospital's delicious muesli breakfast mix is here (and you don't have to be a patient to give it a try!)
Tips to make your day easier with a newborn
We asked New Zealand families what their top tip would be for making the days easier with a newborn and here's our pick of the best.
7 Ways You Can Go Plastic-free
A global campaign to reduce our consumption of single-use plastics is underway so what better time to look at what you and your family can do to help.
How are kids using the internet?
In May 2018, Kidspot surveyed New Zealand parents about how their children use the internet. The results from our survey show a widespread use of digital technology and the internet.
How routines change families for the better
Dr Justin Coulson explores how routines work for all types of family situations and can lead to a happier family life in general.
Mind That Child by Dr Simon Rowley
Renowned New Zealand neonatal paediatrician Dr Simon Rowley is a real life hero. Read the first chapter of his moving memoir, Mind That Child, for free.
The world waits for NZ’s First Baby
The world awaits the arrival of Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's baby. But how long will we have to wait?
The insane school run
A lot of schools have an issue with the chaos of the drop off with reports of aggression, naming & shaming, assaults, and even threats to run others over!
Slow cooked pork and sweet potato stew
This slightly spicy, somewhat sweet slow cooker stew is delicious served with simple steamed beans or broccoli.
ChildLife Essentials® Formula 3 Cough Syrup
We gave 20 parents with children aged between 2 and 12 years old the opportunity to trial and review ChildLife Essentials® Formula 3 Cough Syrup. Read their reviews now.
How to get an extra-clean house for allergy sufferers
There's a clean house and then there's the kind of house that someone with allergies needs. Here's how to make the house extra clean.
Triggers for asthma and allergies
Helping your little one breath easier can be simpler than you’d expect.
Period Topics To Discuss With Your Kids
You’d be surprised how many girls aren’t prepared for their first periods and how much misinformation about menstruation they retain.
Boys need to be educated about periods too
Educating girls and boys about periods is essential to promoting self-esteem and healthy body images in both sexes.
Mess, Guilt, Me-time: Balancing Work & Life
Whether you’re a working parent because you choose to be or because you’ve had to, finding that work-life balance is no easy task. So here are some practical ways to lead a more balanced life.
11 Questions That Teach Kids To Be Happy
How do you teach your child to "look on the bright side" and have an attitude of gratitude? Dr Samantha Rodman explains.
How To Hygge & Why You Need It In Your Life
The Danish are regularly voted amongst the happiest people on the planet. What is is that makes them so happy? It seems the answer might lie with 'hygge'.
Cold Power Sensitive Pure Clean
"Loved how stubborn food stains washed out a breeze and I love that [our clothes] came out smelling fresh and clean" - see what families are saying about Cold Power Sensitive Pure Clean!
Essential nutrition for growing kids
Growing kids need a variety of nutrients to meet their body's needs. MILO with milk can help deliver those essential nutrients in a nourishing beverage for kids that need a nutritional boost.
The essential nutrients in MILO
MILO with milk is a nutritious formulated supplementary food. It’s packed with essential nutrients - which gives your kids a powerful nutritional boost to get them through their day.
Real life Spider-Man saves toddler
Watch as a real life Spider-Man climbs five storeys on the outside of an apartment building to rescue a toddler.
Aunt Betty’s Chocolate Creamy Rice Snack with Cacao
We gave 100 registered trialists the opportunity to review Aunt Betty’s Chocolate Creamy Rice Snack with Cacao. Read their reviews now.
6 surefire ways to create calm household routines
Having a family routine is fundamental to family organisation and providing your kids with routine and structure which they find comforting. Here are five tips to keep in mind.
When your partner gives your teen an alcoholic drink
When it comes to alcohol, it's important to put up a united front as parents.
How to talk about alcohol with your teens
Setting boundaries related to alcohol consumption can be some of the most challenging of all parent to teen talks. Dr Justin Coulson offers some advice on how to handle the issue.