Lifestyle'My midwife made me a mother'I said goodbye to my midwife last week and it broke my heart a little bit. How can you ever thank someone enough for making you a family, twice?02 Sep 03:37 AM
LifestyleWhy I breastfeed my four-year-oldJessy is old enough to start school next month, but Vickie breastfeeds him five times a day because, she says, it alleviates his symptoms of ADHD.02 Sep 01:15 AM
LifestyleWhat to do to help your child make friendsWhile parents and teachers can model and emphasise consideration, compassion, kind words and actions and thoughtfulness, friendships can never be forced.01 Sep 06:30 AM
LifestyleEight school rules parents should obeyNever mind the children. Starting at a new school is a minefield for their parents.31 Aug 09:30 PM
LifestyleWhy we need to let our children accept failureToday's overprotective, failure-avoidant parenting style has undermined the competence, independence and academic potential of an entire generation, according to new research.31 Aug 08:22 AM
OpinionJennifer Patterson: I'm on the Madison database, and it's changed what I share about my kidsFrankly, I was intrigued. Really? Eight million folks had signed up to have affairs with neighbors? What brought about that level of marital unhappiness - and secrecy?25 Aug 05:20 AM
LifestyleCloth nappies getting a bum rapDisposable nappies are supposed to be the easier, rash-free choice for changing time - but for Auckland mum Sherylee Teoh, that just doesn't wash.22 Aug 01:00 AM
OpinionWhy children make you fatEver wondered why parents pile on the pounds? A new book reveals the truth about their bad habits.19 Aug 01:00 AM
LifestyleBoy's heartwarming act of kindness"I don't know who you are, but thank you" mum tells unknown boy who played with her disabled son at a Florida science centre.18 Aug 09:15 PM
TravelNew Zealand holidays: Have baby, will travelNew mum Caroline Botting spoke to some brave first-time parents who'd achieved what seemed like the impossible - enjoyable getaways with their young bubs.18 Aug 03:00 AM
LifestyleGoT inspires medieval baby name boomExperts say old English-sounding names are in fashion thanks to programmes like <i>Game of Thrones</i>. Parents are naming their babies after characters from the fantasy series.17 Aug 10:50 PM
LifestyleChef defends 'deadly' bone broth for babiesThe author of a controversial Paleo cookbook for baby and toddlers has defended a recipe which critics say has the potential to kill a child.17 Aug 03:55 AM
OpinionTravelling with kids? Just do itThe "getting there" part of travelling with kids can be tricky, but it's worth the effort, writes Mel Homer.16 Aug 11:00 PM
LifestyleParenting with 'poo' the answer?Rod Stewart used to put dog poo on his kids' pillows.15 Aug 10:33 PM
LifestyleDJ tells 'ugly mums' not to breastfeed in publicA BBC local radio DJ sparked an outcry after claiming unattractive mothers should be banned from breastfeeding in public.15 Aug 02:24 AM
LifestyleParents' sleepless nights a thing of the past?For a parent struggling to get a child to sleep, anything that speeds up the process will be greeted as a godsend.15 Aug 12:15 AM
LifestyleBabies get the best of innovationA doll developed in Iceland that mimics an adult's heartbeat and breathing is one of several innovations on show at the Baby Show this weekend.14 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionRhonwyn Newson: Why do dads get more praise than mums?I feel like we don't give dads enough credit, writes Rhonwyn Newson, and we go a bit overboard with the praise when dads do perform parenting or household tasks.14 Aug 02:20 AM
LifestyleIf mums ate like their kids - funny mums video goes viralA group of funny mums are taking over YouTube with their hilarious takes on parenting.13 Aug 11:25 PM
LifestyleParent guilt, it's normalIt's the guilty secret many parents are reluctant to admit aloud: no matter how much you love your kids, being a parent can make you feel bad.13 Aug 07:00 PM
LifestyleFirst-time parents' happiness drops after birthIt turns out that having a child can have a pretty strong negative impact on a person's happiness, according to a new study published in the journal Demography.12 Aug 11:45 PM
OpinionComment: I posted the picture of a mum breastfeeding her friend's son"Being able to breastfeed her little boy has created a special bond between us all, a bond I will always cherish."12 Aug 09:31 PM
LifestyleMum breastfeeds friend's sonA woman has sparked a controversy after posting a picture on social media showing her breastfeeding a friend's toddler son.12 Aug 06:59 PM
LifestyleStranger's parking ticket generosityMum shares a heartwarming tale of generosity after returning to her car to find a parking ticket which had already been paid by a stranger.11 Aug 08:55 PM
LifestyleDavid Beckham spits the dummyDavid Beckham has slammed critics who questioned his four-year-old daughter Harper's use of a dummy.11 Aug 04:18 AM
LifestyleMinions ruin kids' speech"I do come across children who for one reason or another spend a lot of time with TV and DVDs. They start to assume the character."10 Aug 12:34 AM
LifestyleMums need to stop 'bullying one another'Hilary Duff wants to stop "mom bullying" and thinks being a new mum can be "isolating" and is keen to stop mothers from "judging" one another.08 Aug 11:30 PM
LifestyleKeep kids safe onlineYoung people's use of technology is a growing parental concern as new apps open up fresh lines of online communication.08 Aug 08:00 PM
LifestyleKids learning to swear at 2-years-oldHow do young children learn to swear - and why do they seem to do it at the most inappropriate moments?08 Aug 03:00 AM
LifestyleTeen mum chases big dreamIn the 13 months since her heartfelt letter was published in the Herald, Georgia - now 16 - has faced public criticism and lost friends.07 Aug 07:55 PM
LifestyleIf you smoked during pregnancy, your child isn't programmed for delinquencyA study released this week suggests women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to rear children who are involved in delinquency.07 Aug 12:45 AM
OpinionSeven tips for parents during a break-upLiving in a rearranged family is a way of life for one in three families in NZ - and it doesn't have to spell the worst for these kids.06 Aug 11:35 PM
LifestyleDad's sweet tattoo for his daughterA Taupo dad has gotten a cochlear implant tattooed on his head to help his little girl not feel like the odd one out.06 Aug 05:14 AM
