Home alone: I’m sick of feeling bad for being single and childless at 37 – so I’m spending Christmas by myself
Telegraph: Tired of dramas and with no kids or man, I’m planning the big day with just me.
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She had thoughts of harming her baby. To treat her, doctors kept them together
New York Times: The importance of specialised care for fragile new mothers.
Victims' advocates warn women may hesitate to call police this Christmas
Police urge calls to 111 as family violence callouts rise during stressful festive season.
Shane Te Pou: Grief and Xmas – I mourn my sister but I'm determined to find joy
OPINION: I'm left with the weight of her absence and the guilt that comes with smiling.
Diana Clement: Regifting and other ways to stop the spend this Christmas
OPINION: December is often the month in which we spend money like it’s confetti.
Child named after Star Wars character refused passport due to copyright issues
A family's holiday was cancelled until the Home Office reversed its passport decision.
'Grateful': Russian adoptee finds brothers living less than two hours away
Valentina Burgess didn't know much about her life before she was adopted at age 4.
Kiwi TV stars share exciting updates one year after fairytale wedding
The Kiwi acting duo share some unexpected news.
Why Art and Matilda Green call 2024 their best year yet
The stars share festive plans and embrace family chaos with three young kids.
Kiwi teen who endured brain surgery while awake forced to move to Oz for cancer care
Portia was the youngest in New Zealand to have an awake craniotomy.
How I host overnight guests at Christmas (without the stress)
The Telegraph’s Debora Robertson shares her advice for how to handle it.
Best Christmas movies to watch - no matter what genre you enjoy
Looking for something that's not Love Actually? Here are some ideas.
Star shares heartfelt tribute to parents after they die three days apart
The double tragedy occurred this month.
Hong Kong 2025: The ultimate destination for travellers and trendsetters
The perfect destination for both a one-stop holiday, or a much-needed stopover.
Is it ever okay to drop by unannounced?
'I would be angry if someone just rocked up to my house.'
Summer 2025: Auckland's best activities for families
Indoors and out, 10 of the best places to enthrall children and parents alike.
'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowning
The 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.
Sleep can worsen over the holidays. These tips can help you get good rest
Family visits, changes in routines, and festivities can all affect our sleep.
'Bawled my eyes out': Kiwi goes viral for candid video after first grocery shop in Australia
'I cried because I struggled in New Zealand, and I was doing all right.'
'I remember calling her mum at work once': Mother and daughter graduate together
'I feel humbled and proud to have that moment.'
Boy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witness
The witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.
Boy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months ago
A Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.
Can mindful gifting for children help their learning and growth?
Nurture your child's development while fostering joy and curiosity long after Christmas.
Paul Henry's daughter on traumatic twin birth and parenting journey
The 5-month-old twins have cast their magical power over their grandparents.
Estranged daughter awarded $372k after being cut from mother's will
The mother updated her will stipulating she was to be left nothing due to her 'behaviour'.
How to manage seasonal stress and enjoy the holidays
Learn how to manage seasonal stress and enjoy holiday gatherings with these tips.
Do you have a 'toxic parent'? Here's how to cope with them this Christmas
They can be self-involved, manipulative, lack empathy and 'dictate what they want'.
The secret to making your kids behave on Christmas Day
Scientific study has pinpointed how to ensure youngsters are more nice than naughty.
'Enough': Katie Holmes hits back at report about daughter Suri
Tom Cruise's daughter reportedly gained access to a huge sum of money after she turned 18.
From Pong to Pokemon: A history of holiday ‘it’ toys
New York Times: A look back at 70-plus years of gadgetry, innovation and Mr Potato Head.
Thousands of people flock to Whangārei's 143rd annual A and P Show
Thousands flocked this year's A and P show in Whangārei.
'Forgotten': Mum of six shares 'PSA for husbands everywhere' this Christmas
The woman decided to speak about the neglectful act after her partner 'dropped the ball'.
Daniela J. Lamas: What I wish someone had told me about motherhood
NYT - OPINION: Uncertainty before deciding whether to have kids is the hardest part.