So it's back to school again. The end of those long lazy days and back to rushing around.

Back to school can be a fabulous time and also a stressful time of year. There's all that stress of getting back into routine and also the organisation that's needed just to get everyone out the door in the morning. And for some families, back to school can also be a welcome return to normal life.

We've got an amazing array of articles this month- covering everything from ideas about dealing with starting school through to food to keep your kids going. 

If there's any other information you'd like, please feel free to contact Rochelle in our Letters to the Editor section  or by email. 

Back to School with our Kiwi Families experts
ChildFund CEO Paul Brown writes about the hopes and dreams of children around the world.	Dr Ian Hunter gives great advice to help you and your children write great essays.
Parenting expert gives some tips for helping your child deal with the start of the new school year.	Rosemary Murphy gives back to school advice for parents of children with learning disabilities.
Thinking about keeping your kids healthy this year? Check out the advice from Well Child Nurse, Kate Anderson.	Got a child starting secondary school? Julie Mulcahy and Debbie Knowles fill you in on what you need to know.
Thinking about how you can make your life more sustainable? Robert Glensor makes some suggestions.	Julz Darroch helps you fight the 'Snack Attack'...
Early Childhood expert Jacqueline Taylor gives top tips for helping your child transition into primary school.	Rosalie Chamberlain helps you to get sorted for the first day of school.
Jayne Eddington considers childcare options for the under 5s.	Daniel Carney challenges you to teach your kids about money.
Kate Carter serves up easy lunch box ideas for the new school year.	Does your child struggle with spelling? Dean Stewart points you in the direction of some websites that can help out.
Crafty Mama, Emma Ranson makes a 'Back to School Bulletin Board' to help get you organised this year.	Michelle Woolley ponders the path back to school for solo parents.

Helping your child deal with Back to School Anxiety.	Checklists to help you get sorted for the first day.	Rituals and routines to help make back to school easier for everyone.

Does your child have difficulties learning? Check out our information here.	All you need to know about the New Zealand education system.	Is your child ready for school? Here's what they need to know...