It’s not a bar, it’s not a cookie, and it’s not a cake. It’s Pingos! Introducing Mother Earth’s scrumptious new kids’ snack… Pingos are little muffin balls filled…
Farmer Brown is the first egg producer in New Zealand to provide a greater choice of welfare-friendly, affordable eggs to shoppers throughout the county, with its new offer…
Kiwigarden is pleased to giveaway a one month supply of New Zealand-made products to 5 lucky people. Each pack contains one box of each of their four flavours…
Scale new heights and unleash your adventurous side with Extreme Edge, New Zealand’s leading indoor climbing centre. Catering for the entire family, the vibrant, themed ClimbZone walls complete…
The Herb Farm and Waihi Bush have come together to create products which combine expert knowledge with the finest natural ingredients. 100% natural products designed with nature to provide…
Pitango would like to offer one lucky family a one week supply of Pitango kids meals for the little ones, and a one week supply of the delicious…
This summer, the BENEFUL team is bringing good old-fashioned playtime back for Kiwis and their beloved dogs! Until March, the BENEFUL Play Truck will be tiki-touring New Zealand,…
Take a visual trip with Holdson and Bay of Plenty artist, Caren Glazer, with this colourful and iconic New Zealand 500pc puzzle range, Southern Skies. The Southern Skies…
The Teddy Bear’s Promise is a new book from legendary Kiwi author Diana Noonan. It is so, so delicious and a must for anyone who has ever loved…
It’s back to school time and it can be so frustrating when your children lose their things! To help out, we’ve got 2 packs of 2 sets of Lunchbox…
Mocka’s Art House is a perfect environmentally friendly toy for your child. Mocka’s Art House is a life sized cardboard cubby house that is made from 100% recycled…
Aimed at little adventurers aged five and over, Lonely Planet’s World Search are fun ‘lift-the-flap’ books which span the globe to reveal the weird, wonderful and silly things…
Build the Rocket contains a fantastic book and a cardboard kitset model of a large rocket which can be stood on the floor of your kids’ bedroom. It’s…
Gavin Bishop retells this classic story of The Three Little Pigs, showing the power of the individual to overcome the odds. In this case the third industrious little…
My 2 year old currently LOVES the story of Noah’s Ark and she adored My Look and Point Noah Stick-a-story.
Fifi Colston is a veteran of Wellington’s annual ‘World of Wearable Art’ show and in ‘Wearable Wonders’ she gives creative children a step by step guide to completing…
Popular Masterchef winner Brett McGregor has released his second cookbook, A Taste of Home. More than 100 recipes feature in the title, with lots of kiwi classics as…
What adventures can a small child get up to when he spends the whole day with daddy? Adventures with Daddy is a charming picture book written by Cathy…
Another year is almost over… Christmas has been and we’ve all breathed a sigh of relief. And then there’s New Year! I’ve never been a particularly boisterous celebrator…
Gavin Bishop follows the popularity of his book Bruiser, with this new title – Bruiser & The Big Snow. Bruiser is a large, heroic digger ready to save…
Suffering from Postnatal Depression can surely be a dark and lonely road. Mothers Cry Too explores many aspects of PND, pregnancy anxiety and related disorders. It is a…
Guided Play is designed to provide parents of infant children with hints and tips to enrich the quality of play with their infant / toddler / pre-schoolers. Therefore,…
A ‘retro-style’ hardback with a fabric cover and ribbon bookmark, The Way We Used to Cook provides a range of classic recipes across six chapters (Scrumptious Soups and…
A Bit of What You Fancy is the new cook book from New Zealand chef Jo Seagar.
Brought to you by Craig Smith of Wonky Donkey fame, My Daddy Ate an Apple tells the story of what happens if you eat an apple with a…
With Christmas fast approaching, we thought it would be a good time to have a look at some apps for Christmas. We’ve got some for the kids and…
If you saw our review of the Cocoon, you will know that Harold gave it 5 stars. This seat is part of the same family of seats but…
Jennifer Saunders: Bonkers, My Life In Laughs is an autobiography from the very talented and funny Jennifer Saunders.
Since 1999, young people in New Zealand have been able to buy alcohol from the age of 18. And as we all know, loads of under 18s get…
One Little Fantail is a gorgeous new picture book teaching your children the English and Te Reo names, appearance and personalities of New Zealand native birds.
These days it seems most under fives are more at ease with technology than we are, which means they can’t wait to get their inquisitive wee fingers on…
Hello summer, which means salads, fresh fruit and veg, but also ready-to-eat meals that can be heated up and eaten in minutes, leaving you more time to spend…
Whether you seek the adrenalin rush of the Big Splash, a meeting with the beady eyes of a Tuatara, the challenge of our new laser maze or a…
If you’ve looked at buggies recently, you are probably familiar with the phil&teds Navigator. With 26(!!) riding options, it’s a buggy that works for just about any combination…
The new Kambrook Blitz2Go Personal Blender is perfect for people on the run as you can blend your smoothie, juice or protein shake pop a lid on it and…
No home toolbox is complete without a cordless drill. They’re a DIY essential. The Black & Decker 18 Volt Cordless Drill is a great option for any DIYer…
Popular Wellington-based children’s author Ruth Paul is back with Bad Dog Flash, a lovely new picture book with simple words to delight your toddler or preschooler. Cute watercolour…
Christmas is just around the corner. I’ve always loved Christmas and after becoming a mum last year I think I love it even more! I love everything about…
I don’t know about you I find Christmas tricky for my preschoolers. We have three children so there are already loads of toys around and I don’t just…
We know that there are lots of keen bakers out there and this Christmas hamper is sure to be a hit with you! Our friends at Cake Stuff…
I don’t know about you, but I always like things to look pretty at Christmas. However, costs mount up and it’s easy to get carried away! This simple…
The Storyteller – Jodi Picoult. Sage Singer has a past that makes her want to hide from the world. But when she strikes up an unlikely friendship with…
Come and try out the new lazer maze, ‘Kahu’s Rescue’, which opens in mid-December at Rainbow Springs in Rotorua… Kāhu the kiwi’s mate has left the burrow and…
Joy Cowley has released Hero on the Hill in time for Christmas. It is the perfect story for train-loving children, combining a slice of New Zealand history with…
Racy off-road adventures for your littlest ATV fan! Now you can give kids all the flashy racing quad looks and engine sounds they’ve been dreaming of – at…
The Croods tells the story of the world’s first family road trip. When their cave is destroyed, the Crood family must embark on a comedy adventure into strange…
Cordial is making a comeback this summer and to celebrate, Baker Halls & Co. Fruit Syrup has had a stylish makeover. Whether you like it straight-up, sparkling, topped…
‘Made by Me’ is a perfect introduction to the traditional gentle arts of sewing, knitting and embroidery. But with a wonderfully modern spin. Aimed at girls aged about…
eco planet is the first home cleaning brand in New Zealand to provide a 100 per cent recycled cardboard and newspaper bottle, and an inner pouch, spout and…
Prepare yourself for summer with Goodbye Sandfly’s Summer Survival kit which will sort out the family’s irritations and ailments. Goodbye Sandfly is a natural insect repellent and bite…
From Rudolf and Santa to Slinki Malinki and the proverbial Pukeko in a Punga Tree, there’s a Christmas-themed picture book for everyone. In most bookshops, though, Baby Jesus…
I have never purchased a Christmas tree – well, not a chopped down pine one, as such. At the same time, we never miss a Christmas morning with…
What am I on about I hear you say? Think about this: imagine a family member being diagnosed with say, cancer. Of course this is not conducive to…
Somehow, it’s almost Christmas and it’s time to start thinking about long summer days, celebrations and relaxing for a little while.
With the Christmas holidays just around the corner – that old familiar feeling is coming back… I think they call it madness. Not only do we need to…
I was once told by a wise friend that we should take every opportunity that comes our way to celebrate. It could be taking pride in our local…
In the old days when I was growing up – way back in the sixties and the seventies – school and home seemed like two different and separate…
Summer is my favourite time of the year for food. There are so many different types of fruits and vegetables available. Combine that with warmer weather and longer…
A Jewish friend refers to Christmas as the loneliest day of the year for Jews. As a fellow Jew, I heartily agree . And as a solo parent,…
Coming from a family of five born from the 40s through to the 60s, we all raised our family within easy distance of each other. Now fast forward to…
As the school year ends, parents tend to breath a sigh of relief that the morning school rush is over, tired children will catch up on sleep, there’s…
Growing up in the States, the holidays were always celebrated with as much extravagance as we could muster. Sometimes that was a lot and sometimes just a little…
Connection: You know when things just flow like a mid-summers breeze… conversation…laughter…getting each other’s jokes…touch…your inner child ventures out…you feel alive…happy…they get you, you get them…at peace…loving…kind…warm…and all…
Yes that time of the year is upon us again. Yaay! I love this season. The summer brings the promise of warm weather and the longer days give…
In my previous post, I talked about some ideas for active Christmas gifts. Now that you have your gifts sorted, where are we heading for the holidays? The…
The Power of Focus sets out to be an action plan of doing good things and “how to hit your business, personal, and financial targets with absolute confidence…
Freedom Farms has just got even happier. In addition to their whole, half and quarter champagne hams, and of course their famous ‘cooked on the bone’ hams, they…
Get your child out and about this Summer with Mocka’s Zed Pro Scooter! Mocka’s Zed Pro Scooter is a hard wearing, high spec performance scooter for those serious…
Epic is an adventure comedy for the whole family that reveals a fantastical world unlike any other. From the creators of Ice Age and Rio, Epic tells the…
It’s official, with Christmas creeping up, it’s time to start the search for the perfect gift. This year, SodaStream is on hand with the ideal prezzie solution that…
We have five lovely packs containing one each of the picture books A Perfect Chirpy Christmas and Rosie to the Rescue to giveaway, thanks to our friends at Random House.…
Rainbow’s End is New Zealand’s very best theme park. Open every day except Christmas, there’s fun for the whole family. We’re thrilled to have a family pass to…
Are you someone who skips breakfast or reaches for something less than ideal because you’re just too busy to sit down and eat? Introducing Mother Earth’s Brekkie on…
Every woman wants younger-looking, brighter skin and now Kiwi women can capitalise on natural anti-aging ingredients right in their backyards. BeeBio’s leading multi-functional skincare treatments are proven to…
The new Limited Edition Box of Amazing Passionfruit & Vanilla muesli from Hubbard’s not only tastes delicious, but will help amazing people do amazing things for their local…
Jet Park Hotel is a family friendly 4-star plus hotel near Auckland Airport offering free 24 hour shuttle transfers, 14 days free car storage, and an award winning…
Hubbards’ new range of kids cereals has everything your little rascals need for a great day on the go – it’s the perfect combination of delicious taste, with…
Protect your child’s mattress, quilt and sheets from bedwetting with the all-in-one Up and Under from Protect-A-Bed® the world’s number one mattress protector manufacturers. Super absorbent, comfortable and…
With all the DIY and home improvement shows taking over our TV sets every night, it’s no surprise that we’ve felt a surge of renovation inspiration sweep the…
We all know that fire safety is important and to mark the beginning of summer, Wormald is giving away three fire safety kits to help protect homes from…
We have a gorgeous pair of ethically made organic leggings from myescape to give away to one lucky winner. The Wellicious Gathered Leggings are made from an eco-friendly,…
Love Nick Jr? We’ve got eight cream drawstring bags to giveaway, covered with fun colourful pictures front and back! Catch all your favourite shows on Nick Jr, SKY…
Kids won’t eat their greens? Radiance herbal hero is here to save the day! With a range of supplements designed just for kids, Radiance is perfect for keeping…
Say goodbye to flies with ShooAway, a stylish, innovative product that keeps flies off your food. Quiet and chemical free, ShooAway has two rotating soft touch blades with…
Set in 80 hectares of tranquil grounds, within 15 minutes drive of Christchurch Airport, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand’s only open range zoo. Orana specialises in providing…
Christmas and Thanksgiving just aren’t the same for most families, unless it involves a great big roast turkey, with all the trimmings. My mouth is watering just thinking…
We’ve all heard the stories and seen the videos of runaway buggies rolling off train platforms or into nearby streams. The frightening thing is that all it takes…
Burnt sugar is all the rage in foodieland it seems! So capitalising on this flavour, Kapiti Kitchen have released a delicious creaming soda to quench your summer thirst.
I have always admired people who read at a rapid rate when they were young. Reading Felix and the Red Rats helped me understand why they found it…
Even in summer, pain and fever can make your child feel grizzly and grumpy: teething, earache, colds and flu, not to mention the scrapes, scratches and stings of…
What is Hanukkah, besides lighting the Menorah for eight nights, before or after Christmas, depending on the year? (In 2013, November 27- December 5). Is Hanukkah merely a…
The Constructive Eating Cutlery Sets are the best way to get active toddlers to sit down long enough to eat a decent meal! They can scoop up their…
SleepDrops knows how important it is to get a good night’s sleep! So to help the lovely followers of Kiwi Families, we would be happy to give away…
The Snug Sheet is basically a sheet for a cot or a single bed that has an inbuilt sleep sack (head/arm holes and a zip).
Keeping your bundle of joy safe and snug in bed can be difficult, with legs wriggling out the cot bars and new skills like crawling getting a workout…
The Sleep Store is a one stop shop for tired parents. Their aim is to provide solutions to calm crying, settle newborn babies, and help babies and toddlers…
If you’re looking for a blanket for your child’s cot or bassinet, it’s well worth looking at Babu’s merino blankets. They are soft, warm and come in subtle…
When I announced we were expecting, nearly everyone warned me to, ‘get used to never sleeping again!’ My response to this sleep advice was, ‘I sleep poorly as…
‘What was life like so many years ago? Find out through the eyes of a girl who’s just like you’. This is a tagline of a brilliant new…