Early childhood education
KIDS STYLE
Feeding Under Fives
More kale please: tips for raising vege loving kids
Dying to hear your kids say ‘more please’ when you serve them fruit and veges? OHbaby! nutritionist Hannah Gentile shares …
Parenting toddlers
The first 1000 days PART FOUR: toddlerdom and beyond
This is the fourth and final article in our series on the first 1000 days of life. Research has proven this a critical and …
Alternative toddler milestones that really make mamas proud
Fiona Roberton reflects on some of the more untraditional toddler milestones that mamas – and probably only mamas – would …
Why now is a good time for story time
Storytime is a childhood sweet spot. Hannah Davison explores the power of picture books and why we should try and say ‘yes’ …
How to parent little people with big feelings
Toddlers and their big feelings can create a battlefield. Colin Gruetzmacher discovers the power of words to bring peace …
Praising kids: hot air or powerful parenting?
Is praise just a whole lot of hot air, or are warm fuzzies a powerful parenting tool? Psychologist Dr Melanie Woodfield …
How to grow great flatmates
For mamas raising the next generation, Miriam McCaleb has an insightful message that your future self will thank you for …
Toddler milestones
My toddler’s first sentence was so, um, practical!
Fiona Roberton describes her expectations of her daughter's first words - and the reality. I can’t remember exactly what my …
School days
Is your child really ready for school
A school bag and matching pencil case are typical fifth birthday gifts, but should playtime really be over so soon? Miriam …
Development
Toddler sleeping
Help your busy toddler get the rest they need
OHbaby! sleep expert Dorothy Waide shares her advice on helping your active toddler get the rest he needs. We spend many …
Out and about with your preschooler
20 things to do for less than $20
Drawing a blank when it comes to entertaining the kids? Work your way through our list of tried-and-tested activities that …
How to survive a Santa parade
On Sunday 26th November mother of three, Pippa Henderson, braved the Farmers Santa Parade in Auckland city centre, alone. …
Tips for exploring nature with your toddler
A change of season means the end of hibernation. Gretchen Carroll sends us outside to explore. A day in nature is a cheap, …
Beach trip survival guide
Beaches make the perfect summer treat – but taking home half a car-load of sand when you leave? Not something to bring joy …
Holiday activities for when you have a range of ages to entertain
School holidays can be a challenge if you have a range of ages to entertain. Finding family activities or outings that suit …
Tips for avoiding 'hangry' meltdowns
Kids burn up a lot of energy, especially when they are out and about. Avoid lunchbox fatigue and ‘hangry’ meltdowns with …
Safety
Are Face Paints Safe?
Charlie and Sophia love having their face painted. Whether we’re at a birthday party, community event or Playcentre they’re …
Toilet training
Bedwetting: is it time to seek medical help?
If you're worn out by battles over bedwetting, take stock and see whether you need to chill out or seek medical help, writes …
PLAY
Health and well-being
What is sensory processing disorder and how can it affect your child?
Our senses play a huge role in how we navigate the world around us. Occupational therapist CoCo Chui looks at how a commonly …
