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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.

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Fight Foot Odour & Wetness With Odor-Eaters

When you’ve been on your feet all day, your feet are bound to get a bit sweaty. During a warm Kiwi summer, that discomfort is increased! With a range of insoles, sprays and powder, Odor-Eaters ensures that there’s a solution to keep everyone's feet fresh this summer.

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10 Signs Your Child Might Have Sleep Apnoea

If your child is sleep-deprived or is displaying other symptoms, it can be a sign that they are suffering from sleep apnoea. If not treated, it may have serious consequences for their overall physical and mental health. With that in mind, here are 10 signs your child might have sleep apnoea.

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10 Ways To Stay Healthy In Winter

Before the rounds of coughs, colds, flu and illnesses start to ramp up with the onset of winter, get ahead of the game with our 10 ways to stay healthy.

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Creating Cleaner Air In Your Home

While we can see the dust, dirt and grime in our homes and try to keep on top of keeping them clear, the air inside our home can contain a range of allergens and pollutants. Find out how to clear the air at your place.

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The Move Towards Free Period Products

Recently Scotland became the first country to begin the process of making period products free for those in need. Should NZ follow suit?

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Looking after your child’s eye health

Our children are using screens in an unprecedented manner. Find out how to look after your child's eye health.

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The Essential Back Care Guide for New Mums

All the bending over, feeding, picking up and carrying that you carry out each day can take its toll on your back. Smarten up with these tips to prevent problems.

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Stay Sun Smart When Playing Outdoors This Summer

To make sure everyone is having safe fun in the sun this summer, we've put together some easy sun smart tips you can follow.

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Kiwis Living With Incurable Breast Cancer to Benefit From Digital Cookbook

A sustainable cookbook featuring recipes from well-known Kiwis is the hero of Sweet Louise’s drive to raise $100,000 to support Kiwis living with incurable breast cancer.

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New Breast Cancer Foundation app puts power in Kiwi women’s hands

A new app allows users to feel around the screen in search of breast cancer signs. Find out more

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The Vital Nutrient Pregnant Women Can’t Overlook

A nutrient vital to the health of babies in the womb may be missing from the diets of many mothers.

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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.

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Natural bath time fun for big kids and personality types

Kids will love the new convenient Weleda Kids 2in1 Shampoo & Body Wash that gently cleanses skin and hair while being mild on the eyes.

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    What a Serve of Food Means for a Toddler
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What a Serve of Food Means for a Toddler

Grab our free printable below to see precisely what a serve of food means for a toddler.

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    Clean, Cook, Chill – Don’t make your family ill
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Clean, Cook, Chill – Don’t make your family ill

Did you know you’re just as likely to get sick from eating at home as when you’re eating out? Make sure your kids and loved ones stay safe by following the 3 Cs – Clean, Cook, Chill – to prevent food poisoning in your home.

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    Eye Health Q&A with Specsavers
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Eye Health Q&A with Specsavers

Vision plays an important part in your child's social and educational development, so it’s important to keep on top of their eye health. Optometrists at Specsavers have answered the most common questions parents have about their childrens eyes.

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    The one back to school check that you shouldn’t forget
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The one back to school check that you shouldn’t forget

Getting your kids ready to get back to school can be a daunting process. With stationary lists, school shoes, haircuts, bus passes and a stocked pantry with lunch supplies filling the minds of Kiwi parents, many forget one of the most important checks for all children… An eye health check.

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Indoor air quality in New Zealand

A recent survey reveals that while over half of Kiwis are concerned about indoor air quality, there are many misconceptions about the causes and how to tackle it.

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    Personal lubricant – why it should be every lady’s best friend
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Personal lubricant – why it should be every lady’s best friend

Lube should be considered a holy grail in anyone women’s sex life, single or otherwise! This slippery substance can help ease pain, increase pleasure, and prevent condoms from ripping, making for safer and more pleasurable sex.

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    Review: Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Link™ purifying fan heater
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Review: Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Link™ purifying fan heater

After testing out the Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Link™ purifying fan heater at home for a few weeks, we talked to Dyson competition winner Amy, about what the air purifier has meant for her family.

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    Sanitary bins for primary schools
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Sanitary bins for primary schools

The age at which girls are getting their first period is decreasing. In fact, one in 16 girls in NZ will get their period while at primary school - some as young as eight years old.

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    Is Your Home Warm Enough in Winter?
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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.

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    How To Help Your Child Get More Rest
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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.

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    How to motivate your family to be active
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How to motivate your family to be active

Motivating your family to get up and get moving can not only help your wellbeing, it can also stengthen family bonds.

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    Throw a Pink Ribbon Breakfast
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Throw a Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Come together and host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast during May! The money you raise helps Breast Cancer Foundation NZ fund research and patient support.

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    Essential Cold And Flu Kit For Parents
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Essential Cold And Flu Kit For Parents

Colds and flu occur in children every year. Find out the essentials parents need to know about colds and flu in kids and which treatments to use when kids are sick.

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    How to Soothe a Sore Throat
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How to Soothe a Sore Throat

Sore throats are not uncommon, but they can be unpleasant and can also lead to serious illness. Find out what you need to know about sore throats.

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    Teaching Kids Healthy Habits – Including Hand Washing
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Teaching Kids Healthy Habits – Including Hand Washing

Teaching your kids healthy habits and effective hand washing techniques at home is a great way to help protect them from germs when they are at school and out and about.

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    What to know about owning a bird
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What to know about owning a bird

Birds are a favourite pet for babies and kids. Find out the health risks of keeping a pet bird around your family.

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