Headphone safety for kids
Headphones are linked with hearing loss in kids, research has shown. Find out about safe sound levels and the best headphones that are safe for your kids.
Is a dummy right for you?
Using a dummy or a pacifier for your baby has positive and negative aspects. Read more about whether a dummy is right for your baby and your family.
Prebiotics and kids health
What you need to know about giving your kids prebiotics for their health.
Treating scrapes and grazes
Grazes, scrapes and cuts - these are the war wounds of childhood. Find out how to care for your child's injuries and prevent infection.
Treating diarrhoea in children
Children, especially the very young, always seem to make contact with germs and/or foods that cause them to have runny bowel movements.
Fevers in Children
Find out what you need to know about fevers in children including how to treat them.
Diagnosing stomach aches
Stomach aches are one of the most common ailments among babies, children and adults. It can often help to know what kind of stomach ache you're dealing with
Fight Colds and Flu With These 10 Remedies
Read our top ten ways you can reduce the length and severity of colds and flu, and other simple remedies to make you more comfortable.
All about tonsillitis
The tonsils are little buds at the back of the throat and are part of the body’s immune system. They help keep us from getting sick when germs enter the mouth by killing bacteria and viruses.
Baby colds and coughs
Your baby is likely to get a cold between 4 - 10 times in his first year of life, while his immune system is still developing.
What are head lice?
Head lice are tiny parasitic insects that generally live on the scalp, where they hide in the hair, feed on blood, and lay their eggs which often cause severe itching.
Personal hygiene for children
Help your child create good personal hygiene habits and boost their self esteem and health
Glue ear and grommets
Find out about glue ear and grommets and how to ensure your child is getting the right care.
Home alone – What does the law say?
What does the law say about leaving kids home alone or without supervision in New Zealand?
The pitfalls of the internet
The internet can be a wonderful thing but the very openess of it means that much of the material is unregulated. We guide you through the pitfalls.
Could My Baby Be Teething?
Is your baby teething? Find out more about the signs of teething the the different treatment options available for your baby.
Top ways to get rid of head lice
Tried and true (and reasearched) ways to rid your family of headlice, nits and eggs.
Pain relief for sick babies and toddlers
Caring for sick children is hard work particularly when they are young. Learn about pain relief for sick kids and understand what analgesics such as paracetamol and ibuprofen do to control fever and pain in children. Kidspot New Zealand
The Shocking Truth About Uterine Prolapse
Madeleine Hamilton shares her experience of a uterine prolapse so you can learn how to reduce the risks.