Easter gift ideas without the chocolate
Adorable and fun Easter gift ideas for kids that don't involve a single bit of chocolate!
How to prepare for your eye test
If you want to maintain good vision and eye health overall, the best way to do so is to get your eyes tested regularly.
Protected: April school holiday fun in Wellington and beyond
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The next generation of crafting with Cricut Maker™ 4
Cricut™® unveils the next generation of smart cutting machines: Cricut Maker™ 4 and Cricut Explore™ 4. From unboxing to creation, check out our review for the Cricut Maker™ 4.
Become a Kumon franchisee for your community
Celebrating 30 years in New Zealand in 2025, Kumon is looking for new franchisees to own and operate centres across New Zealand!
Garden DIY Projects for Kids
Brighten up your garden with a burst of colour! These DIY projects from Resene are perfect for getting the kids involved in creating fun and practical ideas for the garden.
How to stop 5 school bugs in their tracks
Getting kids back to school can mean they get sick with school bugs like impetigo, school sores, head lice, worms, and conjunctivitis.
Your ultimate travel companion this summer: The Leclercbaby Influencer stroller
Whether navigating daily routines or embarking on family adventures, the Leclerc Influencer Stroller is designed to make parenting easier and travel more practical.
Fun Ways To Spend New Year’s Eve With kids
Having kids doesn't mean that the New Year's Eve celebrations have to come to an end - they just look a bit different.
Sausage and potato tray bake
This dish is a favourite in our household and a regular request! It's also a fantastic way to use up leftovers and bits and pieces from the fridge.
Sausage and mash pie
Kiwis love a pie and you will love how simple this version is to cook. They're so tasty the kids might not even notice the veg that's hiding under the creamy mash topping.
Sausage Pizza
Follow the step-by-step recipe using sausages and enjoy the cheesiest and mightiest pizza!
Family review: Kids Don’t Come With A Manual
We asked several of our Kidspot families to review the parenting TV series, "Kids Don't Come With A Manual". Read their reviews now and see what tikanga/values whānau shared with us. Kids Don't Come With A Manual is made with support from NZ On Air.
Smash burgers
The "smashed" patty in these burgers creates extra morsels of tasty, caramelised beef.
American hotdogs with peppers & onions
Create a taste sensation that the whole family will enjoy with these "hyped up" hotdogs.
Turn up the fun (and noise!) at MOTAT’s Make Music exhibition
Make some noise with the new Whakatangi Puoro Make Music exhibition at MOTAT - it's all about turning up the fun!
When You Discover … “Kids Don’t Come With A Manual”
To help your journey as a parent, Nathan Mikaere-Wallis is back for a second series of Kids Don't Come With A Manual with science-based, easy-to-understand solutions to problems in the whānau. Made with support from NZ On Air.
Buzz’s Epic Missions Await!
Get ready to embark on unforgettable adventures in the new Kiwi kids' show, Buzz's Epic Little Missions! Join Buzz as he explores the stunning landscapes of Aotearoa, learns about nature, and becomes a responsible kaitiaki. Made with support from NZ On Air.
Diwali: Festival of lights
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is fast becoming a popular cultural celebration in New Zealand with twinkling lights, colourful displays, and traditional performances for families to enjoy.
Red Seal Toothpaste | Reviews
We've given 50 families the opportunity to trial and review Red Seal Toothpaste. Read their reviews.
The Gavin Bishop Treasury | Book Review
"The Gavin Bishop Treasury" is a special hardback collection of 10 classic children's stories for young readers to treasure and families to enjoy together.
Red Seal Kids Melties | Reviews
We gave 50 families the opportunity to trial and review Red Seal Kids Melties. Read the reviews now.
It’s almost impossible to keep teens off their phones in bed – but new research shows it really does affect their sleep
Parents have long been warned about the dangers of screen time and digital devices before bed – but do screens really hurt the length and quality of sleep?
Fostering creative confidence in girls with LEGO
The LEGO Group’s 2024 Play Well Study has found that NZ parents tend to give girls less recognition for their creative work when compared to boys. Get tips to support creative development and nurture confidence through the power of play and everyday language in the 10 Steps to Fostering Creative Confidence guide.
Día de muertos
Día de Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a vibrant Mexican celebration that honours deceased loved ones.
Mummy sausage rolls
These more-cute-than-spooky mummy sausage rolls are simple to make for a Halloween night treat or as a party favourite.
Expert Tips for a 5-Minute Makeup Routine
Your daily make-up routine doesn’t have to be time-consuming - in fact, it can take just five minutes!
Treat Your Skin With Make-Up By Jane Iredale
If you've ever wished for make-up that's good for your skin, then get ready to discover The Skincare Make-up System by Jane Iredale.
9 Upstyling DIY Projects for Kids Rooms
Decorating a kids room has to be one of the most fun DIY projects, especially when you can upstyle an existing item into something new and funky with minimal cost.
The Benefits of Going Barefoot
Wearing no shoes helps our young children develop an awareness of two really important things: their surroundings, and their own bodies.