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Brave Hearts: Jackson’s Story | Heart Kids Journey

In his short life, Jackson has already had two major heart surgeries and is waiting for his third and hopefully final surgery in spring 2020. “Half a heart, NOT half a life is our motto!” says his mother.

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5 Questions To Help You Find Your Purpose

We all need to remember that, we were all put on this earth for a reason. We all have a talent or destiny! If you're not too sure what that is then read on for some tips on how to find your purpose.

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Teaching Our Son to Swim with SplashSave

SplashSave is a learn to swim pack designed to support you in teaching your children early years water safety education in a fun and engaging way

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5 Ways To Snap Out Of A Bad Mood

Although it’s often hard to remember at the time, it is actually possible to snap out of a bad mood!

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Social Support Boosts Health for Parents of Children with Autism

Beyond the diagnosis, caring for a child with autism can cause stress for parents. Social support can improve parental health and reduce stress.

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Being a Mum is Not a Job

Being a mum is more than just housework and childcare - it's the most important job in the world.

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Prepare and Collect: Strategies For a Fun City Break with Kids

The idea of a cultural holiday or a city break can seem daunting when you have kids, but with some advance preparation and strategies to keep them engaged, it can be a valuable way to spend time together.

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How Can I Help My Child Through the NCEA Years

NCEA students are under a lot of pressure and there is so much information to navigate. It’s also a system that is different to when you were at high school. Here are 10 proven ways to help your child thrive within the NCEA years.

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Smart Hacks To Keep Your Child Learning Over The Holidays

School’s out, but that doesn’t mean that learning stops once the holidays are here. Try these hacks to get your child to learn valuable skills and help them to become responsible and resourceful as they grow. 

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Creative Ways To Encourage Your Child’s Artistic Talents

Art can be an important factor in a child’s development, as it allows them to express themselves better.

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A Guide To Buying Your Child’s First Bicycle

Buying a child’s first bike is a milestone in their development. Get them pedalling on with this quick guide to what to look for in their first bicycle.

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Mums in Business: Cakes, Cookies, and Kids!

Mum of two Jess Keen is living the dream working from home creating amazing cakes, cupcakes and cookies. Read her story.

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    10 Things to Consider When Choosing Subjects
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10 Things to Consider When Choosing Subjects

At this time of year, high school students are deciding on their subjects for next year and it can be a minefield for parents helping them decide, particularly for Year 10 students about to enter the world of NCEA.

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    Dangers of Health Apps for Kids
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Dangers of Health Apps for Kids

Weight Watchers have introduced a new app called KurboHealth aimed at kids and teens. Is it a helpful tool to tackle childhood obesity or a dangerous step toward an unhealthy relationship with food?

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    Things I Wish I Had Known Before Childbirth
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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.

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    Princesses, Magic and Adventure – Fiction Books for Girls (and Boys)!
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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.

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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.

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    Movie Review: Detective Pikachu
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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.

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    Decline By Nine – Why Kids Stop Reading For Fun
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Decline By Nine – Why Kids Stop Reading For Fun

Research suggests that almost a fifth of kids stop frequently reading for fun between the ages of eight and nine years old. Discover tips for keeping them reading.

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    Do You Have Your Own Side Of The Bed?
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Do You Have Your Own Side Of The Bed?

Apparently, a guy from Ireland thought it was normal for couples to just choose a side of the bed on a first in, first served basis. Wait, what?!

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    7 tools that will get your child to listen to you
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7 tools that will get your child to listen to you

Parenting coach, Heather Lindsay, shares seven language keys to help influence children to listen better and cooperate.

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    Embryo swapping – where do we draw the line?
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Embryo swapping – where do we draw the line?

'Looking for a trade. One quality female embryo ready to trade for a male one.'

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    Science says that having kids ages mums by 11 years
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Science says that having kids ages mums by 11 years

Scientists report that women who have given birth appear to age faster biologically than those that are childfree. The difference on a cellular level was equivalent to around 11 years. We think we know why!

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    The song that you will never get out of your head!
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The song that you will never get out of your head!

Ready ... baby shark, do, do, do, do, do, do ... sorry!

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Minister cycles to hospital for induction at 42 weeks

Pregnant Minister for Women, Julie Anne Genter, cycled to hospital for her induction at 42 weeks.

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    Parenting in the 21st century
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Parenting in the 21st century

"Parenting in the 21st century is a minefield. At what point did technology become the be-all and end-all for parenting? Because, to be honest with you, I'm not sure I like it ..."

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    Fussy kids and keeping the peace
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Fussy kids and keeping the peace

There are lots of reasons why your child may be fussy about food. Read Kym's tips for peaceful mealtimes.

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    A visit to Auckland Zoo
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A visit to Auckland Zoo

We're going to the zoo, zoo, zoo ... how about you? Check out what's on offer at Auckland Zoo with our family review and come and meet the animals.

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    Are overseas school trips out of control?
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Are overseas school trips out of control?

More and more schools are embarking on expensive overseas educational trips but are children of families who are unable to afford these trips missing out?

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Small batch shortbread flowers

Small batch baking is simply a way to make all the things you want to make, but at a reduced volume. Give small batch baking a go with this simple shortbread biscuit recipe.

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