The numbers have been done and the accountants have announced the findings – Skinny Mobile is at least 10% cheaper for prepaid NZ standard rate calls and texts…
Sunlight Hand & Dish 2-in-1 is a revolutionary new hand washing and dishwashing liquid in one convenient pump bottle. Perfect for smaller homes or office kitchens, simplify your…
The Silly Goat Gruff is a new twist on the classic tale of The Billy Goat Gruff and is written by kiwi Scott Tulloch. As an adult I…
Humpty Dumpty has been bumped off the wall in latest Wonderbook™ title, Diggs Nightcrawler. Prove yourself a worthy partner by searching for clues, investigating classic nursery rhyme characters…
Wellington musician Kelvin Roy is a maestro when it comes to putting together great kids’ music. We have two of his fabulous CDs to give away to one…
The Mountain Buggy cosmopolitan offers flexibility and freedom in one seat! Cosmopolitan is a new breed of Mountain Buggy, carefully crafted for a smooth and stylish 4-wheel drive…
Turn your tots into budding inventors thanks to the curious creations at MOTAT’s new under 5s attraction ‘Tinkering Tots.’ Designed especially with MOTAT’s youngest visitors and their families…
The Cosmopolitan is a new style of buggy for Mountain Buggy. It’s got (gasp!) 4 wheels not the traditional 3 and a different profile from the Mountain Buggy…
New Zealand health company GO Healthy NZ want to help you keep your family in tip top shape this season, so together with Kiwi Families they bring you…
Snacking just got sweeter and healthier with Dole Real Fruit Bites; the new convenient, naturally delicious, nourishing school or workplace snack. Dole Real Fruit Bites are premium bite-sized…
Busy families usually equal busy kitchens – and great appliances are such a big help! Your family’s cook(s) will be a whizz in the kitchen with a gorgeously…
Paddy and Flynn’s dog Coco is outside when she is suddenly swooped off by a dragon! The boys mount a rescue mission to the dragon’s lair, making sure…
Things We Love to Do is the eighth album by Wellington music-man Kelvin Roy and aims to offer “enhanced educational experiences for Kids & Teachers”.
I took my three kids (3, 5 and 7) for some school holiday fun to see “Dr Brown and His Singing Tiger” at the Herald Theatre in Auckland’s…
On long, wet days – especially during the school holidays – getting together around the table can be a lot of fun and games provide a welcome pastime.…
Performance that’s eco friendly…. Long lasting, high performing … and eco friendly Available NOW in Countdown Stores Nationwide Do you care about the environment? Then Eco Alkalines needs your…
Combining craft with making lasting, visual memories is a fantastic way to bond together with your children. If you’ve never tried scrapbooking before, it doesn’t have to be…
“Love Your Hair” promises 24 easy-to-follow “recipes” for effortlessly sexy hair. I put my name down to review this book in November and when it arrived in March,…
School holidays require a little bit of extra effort on the part of parents of school aged children. Generally speaking all extra activities are off for the school…
Here’s one to keep the furry family members happy! Purina has teamed up with Kiwi Families to offer one dog and one cat prize pack to give away,…
Kids love music! Whether you’ve got young children or older school children in your house, making music can be a great way to spend some time together. If…
Sometimes it can be pretty difficult getting everyone into an activity when they’re at different ages and/or stages of development. So today we look at spending some school…
I took my 7yo daughter and 5yo son (plus my son’s best mate) for a school holiday trip to the movies – the choice was “Escape From Planet…
When the weather forecast features some sun in the holidays, it’s a nice opportunity to get out and about with the kids. It’s also a great opportunity for…
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Capital E is a national treasure. Every school holidays and plenty of time in-between, Capital E serves up awesome…
It’s the weekend between two long weeks of school holidays. It might be time for dad to take the kids for a day (or part day) if mum…
At the Beach is a delightful introduction to the natural history of the New Zealand seashore. The stage is set with beautiful, factually correct illustrations (including detailed cross-sections)…
Many of you will recall seeing the video a while ago of an incredibly elaborate marble run that rolled all over the creator’s lounge (sadly, I couldn’t find it to…
April 25th is a day of great significance. Here are some ANZAC Day activities to do together as a family, so you can mark this day in a memorable…
What could be a more lovely gift for mum than a TomTom Via 280 with pre-loaded Bert & Ernie character voices (to make the kids smile!), High Speed…
Autumn is an awesome time to explore the garden with your kids! It’s a bit cooler and there’s lots happening. My 4 year old is currently obsessed with…
I bought 3 rarpz characters (two were seconds for cosmetic reasons so I got these at an awesome price). They were very cute to look at.
Good Food Made Simple is all about cooking food that brings warmth to a kitchen, laughter and pleasure to a home. It’s about new twists on old standbys…
Awesome treasure hunts do not have to be difficult to organise or especially time consuming… but they can be if you want them to be!
A stage show performance of the Margaret Mahy classic childrens story, at the Pumphouse Theatre, Takapuna. I took my just-turned-3-year-old for her first ever show for her birthday,…
Welcome to the school holidays! Whether you dread the thought of filling those long school-less days or you love the chance to hang with your crew, we’ve got…
What if you had the chance to live your life again and again, until you finally got it right? That’s the premise of Life After Life – the…
1,2,3 Little Donkey is a simple, early counting book. Mother Donkey has been shopping and bought 1, 2, 3… different items. Little Donkey and and Bobby investigate!
Fussy eating in preschool age children is very common, and a source of great frustration to many parents and caregivers. Picky eating is a really common issue, and…
Paper is something we both take for granted and appreciate. Every day we make use of, or come across, paper in a multitude of ways. I never knew…
Rugbytots is brand new to Auckland and we’re giving you the chance to win a $50 voucher towards the cost of a term at Rugbytots. To give your…
In an era where we are increasingly aware of the need to limit refined sugars and grains in our diet, Amber Rose’s Love, Bake, Nourish offers a range of delicious…
It’s easy for us to forget that events in our (fairly recent) past – things that we were involved in or might be able to remember – count…
Last year’s New Zealand Masterchef Winner Chelsea Winter has released her debut title, At My Table. If I’m honest, when I first flicked through the book I would…
In New Zealand, most children are fully immunised by the time they are five. This means it is very unusual to see children with illnesses like measles, polio,…
Q&A a day for kids is 365 questions to ask your child with 3 spaces for their answers so you can record their answers over three years and see…
Information is Beautiful is over 200 pages of beautiful infographics; data displayed in creative image format. Topics include pop-culture, the internet, food, the environment, politics, health, science and…
The TomTom GPS app for iphone is a nifty little app that will help make your travelling easier.
This bright, colourful and comprehensive book contains “not only our favourite recipes from Meals Without Meat, Meals Without Red Meat, and Very Easy Vegetarian, but also…. recipes from…
On April 27th the final parts of the Rainbow’s End Kidz Kingdom complex will open – including indoor play structures, the amazing Singing Chicken Review, state of the…
The Comfy Bebe merino swaddle wrap is a 3 in 1 wrap, made and designed in New Zealand. It also converts to a sleep bag and is used…
Mountain Buggy is best known for awesome buggies but recently, they’ve been breaking out some new products (you might have seen our review of the peppy car seat).…
Big, hard-cover book with lots of pictures, all about “How our planet was formed, shaped and continuously changes”. This is a Geology and Weather book for primary-to-intermediate kids.…
Monitoring software is available for mobile devices, just like it’s been available for laptops and desktops for some time. The software is simple. Parents create an online account…
We parents can feel consumed by our role to care for our children, and feeding is a big part of that responsibility. Try these 9 ways to avoid picky…
We all know that eating healthy food and getting regular exercise helps us maintain good health, prolonged life expectancy, gives us more energy, and makes us feel happier. …
I keep hearing how it’s difficult to get everyone from a family in one spot at mealtime. But we all know it’s important to connect together as a…
Cupcakes: what better way to get all the kids involved in not only creating a masterpiece using their imaginations but also learning about baking, measuring, decorating and so…
I love to cook. Coming from a family of die-hard foodies, I’ve never had any problem finding people to cook for, but lately the issue has become: “what…
For as long as I can remember, “food” has been a huge part of our family. Childhood memories of porridge on winter mornings with a pool of fresh…
Gluten is a protein and is found in foods made from wheat, barley and rye. It is what makes food such as pasta and bread elastic and chewy in texture. A…
The occasional drought notwithstanding, New Zealand is a pretty good place for a backyard garden; for growing a few fruit and vege plants that you can feel proud…
Making meal times easy for kids shouldn’t be so hard! This easy meals for kids article is packed full of tips for introducing kids to new foods, without…
There are some alarming reports on childhood obesity and the long-term impact it’s going to have on our kids’ lifespan, health and the nation’s wallet. It’s easy to…
Ever wonder what to do for your child’s birthday party? Do you feel pressured to keep up with the latest party trend? Maybe your children expect bigger and…
Dear Diane, Help! We have been trying to potty train our daughter. We have put her in undies and have told her where to go wees etc and…
At times most of us have seen our teens become overwhelmed by what ‘s happening in their lives – at school , with their friends , their teachers…
A fantastic, colourful, visual extravaganza – taking you on a global tour of different habitats and the creatures that live there. A great book for primary-to-intermediate aged kids…
Kiwi Families is celebrating Cloth Nappy Week. We have one of the very popular and exceptionally gorgeous Bum Rarpz One-size-fits-most (3.5-17kg) washable pocket nappies in Bobblehead… starring The…
Dr. Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown and his Singing Tiger is a madcap adventure filled with silly noises, good old slapstick, unique impishness and physical flights of fancy.…
Crying is your baby’s way of communicating. Their cry tells you “I need you”. Your baby will not be ‘spoilt’ if you attend to its cry, rather your…
The Kid’s Garden Adventure Kit has everything kids need to get going outdoors! It includes a fully illustrated colour book, packed with 25 activities to explore the garden,…
Forget old-fashioned colouring books! Let the world of New Zealand art unleash children’s imaginations. Lateral thinking and creativity truly blossom when combined with robust technical skills – and…
Welcome to our recipe competition! We are looking for the very best in family food from your kitchen to ours. We would love to see your original recipes…
Mountain Buggy’s first clip on highchair is here! The Pod is endlessly useful both indoors and outdoors at home, as well as out and about. The whole family…
Know someone who loves Hi-5? They’ll love the new Hi-5 film – Some Kind of Wonderful. The new film will feature Hi-5’s Stevie and Lauren as they search…
In Hi-5’s first ever cinema release, Hi-5 will take you behind the scenes on a roller coaster ride where you’ll join your Hi-5 friends Stevie and Lauren, and…
The Man the That the Sea Saw is a part of the Capital E National Arts Festival for Children. I didn’t know anything about what I was going…
This monitor is amazing! Imagine being able to see what your little one is up to; check on them without the risk of waking them up prematurely. Seeing…
Clever Crafts make well designed craft kits for young and old. They have so many kits for so many different projects and outcomes, it’s really quite amazing! So…
Holdson have released the latest addition to the hilarious Wasgij series; Wasgij Original 19 1000pc puzzle Cone-Gestion! It’s a glorious summer’s day, family and friends are heading somewhere…
Muesli has always been at the heart of Hubbards and now, alongside a fresh new look comes a brand-spanking-new range of amazing mueslis, with eight exciting new flavours,…
OOB, the Kiwi blueberry growers and artisanal organic ice cream makers have developed some ice blocks. These 100% organic real fruit ice blocks contain no additives, preservatives, gluten…
Mum’s Secret – Soothe and repair moisturising cream for the whole family Mum’s Secret is one multi-purpose, effective cream for the whole family from head to toe -…
Famed astronaut Scorch Supernova finds himself trapped by evil forces on the distant ‘Dark Planet’ (aka Earth) where only his nerdy brother Gary can save him in Escape…
Win a FREE one hour visit with the friendly fairies at North Shore’s Ivy Cottage! This prize will enable a group of 8 kids plus up to 8…
We are offering two lucky winners a fantastic fashion opportunity – front row tickets to Newmarket’s Catwalk on the Street! This show literally stops traffic – with a…
Lyn Webster got herself in a financial pickle a few years ago and had to slash her spending considerably. She managed to do so really successfully and has…
Elliotts is a small but perfectly formed NZ family-owned boutique juice business. Producing natural Kiwifruit blends which are 100% juice with no added water, no added sugar and…
Be in to win a Babywise nappy and wipes prize pack courtesy of The Warehouse! We have 10 great value packs to give away with each winner receiving…
Available in two fabulous flavours, these travel friendly Suckies are made to share. Perfect for school lunches, picnics and snacks on the run, Suckies provide a quick, easy,…
Do we have the Easter Bunny to thank for a couple of days off each autumn? Does the New Zealand government have such sympathy with chocolate lovers that…
Sky Dancer is a beautiful collaboration between Capital E National Theatre for Children and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, this performance has been especially created for young people.…
It’s soon to be Easter, and Kiwi Families is giving you the opportunity to win a beautiful collection of Easter books to share with your children. The books…
After the sad death of Margaret Mahy last year, the title of greatest living children’s author in New Zealand must go to Joy Cowley, author of literally hundreds…
The Mumanu pregnancy pillow is a self-inflating velvety bolster which supports you in bed to help relieve the lower back and hip pain associated with pregnancy.
Hippos, bears, lions, camels, giraffes, zebras, tigers and gorillas are the new stars of Mother Earth’s Fruit Sticks. New Zealand’s most popular bars for kids, Mother Earth Fruit…
Make meal times fun! Made from New Zealand’s King (Chinook) salmon, Southern Ocean is high in Omega 3 fatty acids and good oils that are vital for a…
Capital E presents NZ’S biggest arts festival for children from the 11 – 23 MARCH 2013. My 4 year old grand-daughter and I were lucky enough to see…
Like most of de Goldi’s characters, 9 year old Perry in The ABC with Honora Lee is a quirky girl with an odd way of looking at the…