Men who have good-looking sons are themselves considered to be better-looking by women, according to a study.

She's shared the homes of Hollywood celebrities and media magnates, and is now one of the world's most sought-after baby sleep consultants.

The number of Asian newborn babies enrolled with Plunket nearly doubled between 2006 and 2012.

New study finds clusters of risk factors in pregnancy - such as the mother being a teenager, unemployed or financially stressed - point to later problems.

Of the stillbirths that happen across the globe, 98 per cent occur in low- and middle-income countries.

Tara Watson rejects diner owner's claims her daughter was having a meltdown.

When a strange adult yells at a child, it alters their world. It's a humiliation to the parents, but to the child, it can be life-changing, writes Darlena Cunha.

As Prince George celebrates his second birthday, some hard-won words of advice for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

She called screaming child a "demon" and a "beast" - and she's getting praise for it.

She may well be dealing with exhaustion and food in her hair, but Blake Lively is certainly happy with one aspect of motherhood - an ample chest.

Parents of a baby born 10 weeks premature have turned to a fundraising website to say thanks to the hospital staff who kept him alive.

Is it hypocritical if parents swear while expecting their children to shun the curse words? Are foul-mouthed kids okay? Shelley Bridgeman ponders.

When photographs showed a ‘golden glow’ in her 16-week-old son’s eye, Sarah Bowers took him to see the doctor as soon as possible.

Who are these do-gooders posting messages on social media? And why are they spending time on Facebook, not making memories with their families? vents Rhonwyn Newson.

A video capturing the moment a baby girl puts on her first pair of glasses is melting the hearts of the internet after being posted on Facebook by her mum.

Victoria Farmer was feeding her son while her daughter played in the next room when things went “crazy quiet”.

They've dined with the Queen at Windsor Castle, now the Middletons have had their almost-royal credentials boosted even further.

Do you know what POS means? How about CD9? Or KPC? If you don't you might be wise to learn.

Natalie Portman has turned to Cate Blanchett for a little parenting advice after failing to find a balance between motherhood and her career.

Including kids early in outdoors activities can be a challenge, but it pays health and happiness dividends.

Why would no one question serving a pregnant woman a coffee in a restaurant, but eyebrows would be raised if the same woman asked for a glass of wine, wonders Rhonwyn Newson.

For some women, the perinatal period (which includes both pregnancy and postpartum) can bring anxiety, exhaustion and even a mood disorder.

Up to 80 per cent of women admit to drinking during early stages of pregnancy, new study reveals.

An Australian parenting group has accused a ‘baby whisperer’ of risking babies’ lives by recommending unsafe car seat practices.

If you would take your kids to visit someone when they were alive, you should take them to their funeral, argues Sharon Holbrook.

A toddler who drank hand sanitiser and suffered severe alcohol poisoning has prompted a warning from experts for parents to keep the products away from their kids.

Miranda Kerr's new baby-care recommendation is dangerous. So dangerous that it could cost lives, writes Amy Stockwell.

Ruth Wood meets the parents who only found out they were on the spectrum when their children were diagnosed.

Don't be scornful if your kids don't make the cut. Think of it as an opportunity to have some time off for child-free fun, writes Rhonwyn Newson.

Fertility expert Dr John Peek answered reader questions about infertility, its causes and options for couples.