Baby Essentials For When You Are On The Go
For such small people, babies require a lot of gear! Find out what you need to take with you when you are heading out with your baby.
How to help prevent nappy rash on little bottoms
Babies bottoms are meant to be smooth so we have found the best ways to prevent nappy rash and how to treat it if it does make an unwelcome visit.
Creating an Eco-friendly Nursery
Considering the environment when creating a beautiful nursery is the new trend for an eco-friendly start to your baby's life.
The special character of babies’ skin
Your baby’s skin is still developing after birth, and is five times thinner than adults’, This means absorbs externally applied substances more quickly and reacts more sensitively. Find out what care your baby's skin needs.
Dad barred from mall parents room
A dad was told by another parent that he had no right to use the parents room at a Wellington mall to change his baby girl's nappy.
Protecting and caring for baby’s delicate skin, naturally
Looking to try a more natural skincare product on your little one? Weleda helps soothe and protect your bubs skin with all the goodness of nature.
The Nanny Consultants Guide Birth to 2 Years
Read a book review of The Nanny Consultants Guide Birth to 2 Years, by Alana Portsmouth.
Cleaning the umbilical cord
New parents can find the stump of their baby's umbilical cord worrying. Learning to clean the umbilical cord just takes practice - as does knowing when to call the doctor.
Finding relief from colic
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Nappy Bag checklist
Try to keep your nappy bag topped up and ready to go at all time. You don't want to get caught 20 minutes from home with smelly baby and no baby wipes!
Baby walkers
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Cloth nappies
If you want to start using cloth nappies but aren't sure where to begin, find out what you need to know about all of the eco-friendly and convenient options.
Baby bathing tips
Find baby bathing expert advice, including how to bath your newborn and baby safely. Find parenting advice on bathing and caring for baby in the first twelve months on Kidspot New Zealand.
0 to 3 months physical development
Baby development and baby growth is fast so learn about your baby's developmental milestones and stages of development including physical development for babies and early childhood motor skills.
Crying checklist
Babies cry for many reasons but these tips for new parents explain how to find out why baby is crying and what to do about it. Kidspot New Zealand
Attachment parenting
With attachment parenting you can discover what works best – and what doesn’t work at all - for you and your baby.
How to dress your baby for summer
Dressing your baby during summer means rethinking the need for hats and socks. Find out what summer clothes are appropriate when dressing baby this summer. FInd more on Kidspot New Zealand.
Soothing bath time activity
Bath time for young babies can be stressful while baby gets use to being undressed and put into warm water. You can make bath time simple and fun for mum and baby with these easy bath time activities.