PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to talk to your kids about sex - and how not to, according to a sex coachHonest, open conversations about sex help children grow into sexually healthy adults.23 Sep 10:07 PM
LifestyleThis popular sleep training technique could do more harm than goodPlaying white noise while your baby sleeps could affect their development – here's how.22 Sep 09:52 PM
EntertainmentDemi Moore says she holds back on offering her daughter parenting advice'Sometimes they need to find their own way, even if I’m right, and often I am.'22 Sep 01:11 AM
LifestyleDeath of the family dinner? Kiwi families turning to screens at meal timesScreen time rises during meals.21 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleCan you blame your child's fussy eating on their genes?A new study makes some surprising revelations about your child's likes and dislikes.21 Sep 01:27 AM
LifestyleHow much do teenage boys really need to eat?Yes, most teenage boys really do need to eat a lot of food.20 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandTaxi drivers suspended from Wellington Airport after using parents' room to heat mealsThe airport warned drivers not to use the parents' room for privacy and hygiene reasons.18 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMidlife marriage tune-up: Six questions for couples who aren’t feeling itNew York Times: Middle age can be an inflection point in relationships, experts say.18 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleInstagram, facing pressure over child safety online, unveils sweeping changesNew York Times: New safety features aim to protect teens from online risks.17 Sep 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Wouldn't it be easier if we banned kids?OPINION: The reality is a parent’s job in 2024 is no different to what it’s always been.17 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentJamie Oliver: Celebrity chef wants his kids to ‘struggle’, despites son’s TV dealThe father of five believes ‘worry and anxiety’ are character-building.14 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandPharmacy blunder: Mother in shock after her 2-year-old's close callShe almost gave her child five times more liquid steroid than prescribed.13 Sep 10:00 PM
EntertainmentTāmati Coffey on life after politics, fatherhood and TVThe star says he’s still got talent after putting family first.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleParenting advice: How do I help my kids get over their fear of dogs?Help your children feel safe and comfortable around dogs.13 Sep 05:00 AM
LifestyleHow much does it cost to have adult children living at home?It's becoming more common, but is it hurting parents financially?13 Sep 12:00 AM
LifestyleWhat is 'mindful play' and how could it benefit your kids?An Auckland-based psychologist reveals how to teach your kids about mindfulness.12 Sep 02:00 AM
WorldTwin girls found dead in hot car after relative 'forgot to drop them at daycare''No day will ever be the same. I don’t think I’ll ever be okay again.'10 Sep 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWe’re scared our screen-addicted teen is a pathological liarHow do you handle a teen who's glued to games and hates school?10 Sep 03:53 AM
Lifestyle'Disgusting': Kmart kids' clothing sparks outrage'Was shopping at Kmart and saw some shorts – well, if you even want to call them that.'10 Sep 03:31 AM
LifestyleHow to spot early signs of autism in conversations with childrenVerbal imitation was found to be rarer among kids with the condition.10 Sep 01:30 AM
Entertainment'I had to grieve': Selena Gomez's heartbreaking confession'I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy.'09 Sep 10:24 PM
New ZealandOnly two children allegedly remain at Ponsonby preschoolParents threatened to remove children from preschool after fiery feud with management.08 Sep 05:43 AM
LifestyleOpinion: A son's story - Watching my former rugby-playing father fight diseaseOPINION: The pain of growing up with a sick parent, and tackling the disease as an adult.07 Sep 06:30 PM
EntertainmentAshton Kutcher admits ‘toxic masculinity’ affected his parentingThe star has admitted he behaves differently with his two kids.06 Sep 09:42 PM
EntertainmentMike Hosking and Kate Hawkesby debate flying daughter 18,000km to see Oasis'It's an Oasis concert in Manchester for goodness sake. Any mother would worry.'06 Sep 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow much screen time should toddlers have? None, Sweden saysNY Times: Children under 2 should not be exposed to any screens, health authorities say.06 Sep 02:00 AM
Lifestyle8yo girl's horror burns after knockoff Temu hooded-blanket catches fire, melts her skin offA mum has warned other parents after her daughter went up in flames.06 Sep 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMy son won’t go to school, take his medication or see a professional. What do I do?Addressing teen’s mental health requires building trust and finding alternative solutions.05 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleBindi Irwin shares tribute to dad Steve on 18th anniversary of his death'It is an honour to help continue the work you started.'05 Sep 05:18 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMummy's little helpers: The Kiwi women illegally trading meds to ‘get it all done’The Drug Foundation has warned of the risks.04 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleWhen is a good time for a child to start music lessons?Research says the sooner your kids start, the better.04 Sep 03:00 AM
LifestyleWhy dads are struggling with workplace flexibilityIs flexibility for parenting not really designed with fathers in mind?02 Sep 12:47 AM
New Zealand'A national shame': Lax enforcement over child support arrears slammedA Christchurch mother has slammed a lack of enforcement over child support arrears.01 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentChris Parker and Micheal McCabe on 'the kids question'They bought their dream home last year, so what's next for the couple?30 Aug 05:00 PM
