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![Would you let your teenagers plan your next family holiday?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Would you let your teenagers plan your next family holiday?
I did. This is an overview of the good, the bad and the ugly.
![Having children is not the only option: NZ women on being childfree](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Having children is not the only option: NZ women on being childfree
What it's like to be childfree in NZ, and the new book exploring the subject.
![I never used to be a hippie – then I tried raising a zero-waste child](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
I never used to be a hippie – then I tried raising a zero-waste child
OPINION: Having a child changed me to someone more aware of the environment.
![Make your dream of backpacking with kids a reality](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Make your dream of backpacking with kids a reality
Parents, it's not a pipedream - you can backpack Southeast Asia with your family.
!['Like a secret club': 3 Kiwi women on the truth about being a stepparent](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Like a secret club': 3 Kiwi women on the truth about being a stepparent
Three Kiwi stepmums on what it's like parenting a child who’s not biologically yours.
![As a parent, I dread the end of summer. Here's how I keep the kids active in autumn](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
As a parent, I dread the end of summer. Here's how I keep the kids active in autumn
Five NZ adventures for families this autumn.
![Farmers look to use their land in different ways](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Farmers look to use their land in different ways
Brent Mountford is a sheep and beef farmer and keen conservationist.
![Loving Arms charity hits massive milestone after helping 5000 families](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Loving Arms charity hits massive milestone after helping 5000 families
Loving Arms helps new mums and their families.
![What to do on a family weekend in Raglan, whatever the weather](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What to do on a family weekend in Raglan, whatever the weather
This surf town is a great choice for a weekend away, all year round.
![Are Aussies or Kiwis better parents?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Are Aussies or Kiwis better parents?
Hamish & Andy's Hamish Blake on the differences between Kiwi and Aussie parenting.
![Is it time to return to 'old-school' parenting techniques?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Is it time to return to 'old-school' parenting techniques?
For those raising kids in the modern world, you may have pondered the question before.
![How many children should you really have?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How many children should you really have?
There’s a gap between the number of children people say they want and how many they have.
!['No, that's mine!': Helping kids let go of their old things](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'No, that's mine!': Helping kids let go of their old things
Kids come with a treasure chest of possessions. Why should they learn to let them go?
![I took my 3 month old to a Youth Hostel. Can basic be baby-friendly?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
I took my 3 month old to a Youth Hostel. Can basic be baby-friendly?
Hostels are about hosting young travellers on a budget. 12 weeks might be pushing it.
![Teaching financial literacy skills through pocket money](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Teaching financial literacy skills through pocket money
Giving pocket money should be viewed as an educational opportunity for your kids.
![Has your teen watched porn? Here's what to do](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Has your teen watched porn? Here's what to do
In a digital world, conversations around porn are more important than ever before.
![What is 'parent training' for families of children with ADHD?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What is 'parent training' for families of children with ADHD?
Being attuned to your child's needs can make all the difference to their development.
![Should parents adopt Kelly Clarkson's 'no social media' rule?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Should parents adopt Kelly Clarkson's 'no social media' rule?
The singer has made her case for why she's banning her kids from social media.
![3 ways to effectively transition your kid off screen time](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
3 ways to effectively transition your kid off screen time
A guide on how to effectively transition your kid between screen time and real-time.
![Travis Barker and 'disgusting' Kardashians slammed by drummer's ex](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Travis Barker and 'disgusting' Kardashians slammed by drummer's ex
The former beauty queen labelled her ex a 'womaniser'.
![Practical tips for parenting with ADHD successfully](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Practical tips for parenting with ADHD successfully
Experts share the best ways to effectively manage ADHD in your family.