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Gloriavale leaders apologise for 'abhorrent' sexual abuse, child labour

Landmark court decision opens the door for further court action against Gloriavale.

Mum's warning to parents over 'dangerous' birthday balloons

Floating balloons can lead to disaster - and not just because they're a choking hazard.

'Dramatic shift': The surprising baby names losing popularity in Australia

The number one girls' name has finally dropped after seven years at the top.

The good, the bad and the ugly in new parenting podcast

A new podcast for parents, by parents, that isn't afraid to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly side of raising tiny humans in this 'new normal' post-Covid world. Video / NZ Herald

Shocked mum gives birth moments after finding out she was pregnant

The woman thought she was having stomach pains but doctors soon revealed she was in labour

Puberty starts earlier than it used to. Nobody knows why

New York Times: Some girls are starting to develop breasts as early as age 6 or 7.

Opinion: Imagine a world where men had to breastfeed their babies

New York Times: Formula has saved babies' lives. Why are women being shamed for using it?

'Take a stand': Anti-vacciner burns $3500 worth of concert tickets

One anti-vax dad has taken "a stand against" vaccine requirements.

Mum 'trying to be Wonder Woman' repressed memory of injuring her son

Despite hazy memory, mum accepted responsibility, was sentenced to 9 months' supervision.

'Deepest sadness': Britney Spears reveals she lost her 'miracle' baby

A month after announcing she was expecting, the singer has suffered a tragic loss.

The reactions to Hilary Duff and Britney Spears' naked pics are wildly different — and yet the same

Why is Hilary Duff "brave" for posing naked, and Britney Spears labelled "embarrassing"?

'Another chore': The couples who want to have a baby without having sex

"Some people are opting for IVF simply because sex isn't something they have time to do."

'I am ecstatic!': Kelly Osbourne reveals baby news

The star has revealed why she has been "very quiet" over the past few months.

Why the school holidays stunt your child's growth

Do you notice your child's growth more during school terms and less in summer? Here's why.

'Let's have another one': Kate gushes over baby on royal visit

Could another baby be on the cards for the royal couple?

Three secrets to successfully taking your kids to the supermarket

You can't always avoid taking your kids to the supermarket so here's how to make it easy.

'Like a dark blanket that covers your life': Depressed mum 'not critical enough' for support

"She looks at me and goes 'mummy do you not want me any more?'"

Why Millennial men are looking for a 'Stepford wife'

Women are told they can do and be anything - until they become mothers.