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…
Baby boomers had Superman and Batman; kids today have Spiderman and Harry Potter, fictional characters who have been inspiring children through comics and film for years. And they’re…
A Necklace of Souls is a fantasy novel by a New Zealand author, R.L. Stedman. You can find out more about her at http://rlstedman.com This is a story…
Annie Bell’s Baking Bible is a beautiful, heavy book spilling over with glossy pictures of carefully catalogued baking treats.
Granny Chic: Crafy Recipes and Inspiration for the Handmade Home is an inspiring little book that will have you itching for your sewing machine and thinking of projects. Think Make…
The TV3 Derby Day (Saturday 2nd March) at Ellerslie Racecourse is sure to be a great family day out for all ages. Picnics, barbeques with family and friends,…
Marathons of the World explores 50 marathons of the world, each with honest descriptions and tales. It is so well done that it serves as both a travel book…
Jack is an ordinary kid with an extraordinary problem – in a few months he’s going to die. That is unless he finds the seven magic loculi which…
With Children’s Day just around the corner on in New Zealand, we thought you might appreciate some awesome ideas on how to celebrate this special day with your…
Inspire and entertain your kids with fun with letters, numbers, colours, shapes, music and science. Smart Crazy! encourages children to start exploring the world with more than 70 fun…
My adventures with the Nokia 920 continue and I used the phone quite extensively while away on holiday as we were away from our normal phones and Internet…
When March rolls around, you’ll be able to buy the much-awaited Guide Biscuits again. But even though these irresistible vanilla biscuits are mouth-wateringly tasty, deliciously crunchy and put…
A big and brightly coloured picture book about the ladybirds’ hunt for the perfect house—led by a tenacious yet clueless real estate agent. The Great House Hunt is another beautiful…
The new school year is here, so it’s time to make sure the kids are focused and ready to start their learning on a positive note. Packing kids’ lunch…
Nokia has recently released its first Windows 8 OS phone and I’ve had the good fortune to try out the Nokia Lumia 920. It’s a bit bigger than…
Bendon has just launched a new range of underwear for boys aged 2 to 16, called Bendon Boy. Combining style and comfort with quality and affordable value for…
I get lots of questions about toilet training children and with some children, it can be a really challenging business. Recently, I received this email from a desperate…
Anton and Luke are competitive. They do battle over everything. Anton and the Battle tells the tale of one of their encounters.
Back to school can be an expensive time of year and we’ve got a great ‘Back to School’ pack from The Warehouse to giveaway. The pack is worth…
I often get questions about helping children through their parents’ separation and I recently received this question: Even when the parents are on the same page and are…
Get out of the Rut Putting your kid’s lunchbox together can be boring. It involves ticking off a mundane checklist as you quickly fling items in: sandwich -…
My big fear in 2012 was procrastination. I went back to University after a 30 year break with a sneaking suspicion that I would spend the year cleaning…
So you survived Christmas, you’ve seen in another new year and now you’re gearing up for the onslaught of spending more money to get your kids ready to…
Wow! Its 2013 already! We got through 2012 unscathed and the world did not end, again, as predicted. 2012 was a busy year in the technology space. The…
I saw this on a craft blog and LOVED it so I had to share it! This would be great for in mum’s handbag, in the car or…
How often in separation do children end up changing schools? How do you go about finding the right school? What do you do when you have very little…
Hi everyone, Cecilia Robinson here with a few more tips on easing the transition back to school. I hope you have all had a fantastic summer break. Funny…
Looking for some great family entertainment this Easter? The CocaCola Easter Show is back and we’ve got a family pass (RRP $50) to give away to one lucky…
There’s no hiding the fact that we live in a busy world, and so often mass-produced items become the norm. But this year, the Craft & Quilt Fair…
Pipimoomoo loves her jeans. Until her friend lends her a skirt. And then Pipimoomoo is desperate for a skirt of her own. Luckily, she has an awesome mum…
Here’s something for the many Dora the Explorer fans out there! We have ten fabulous packs to give away from our friends at Nick Jr. Each pack has…
You can win the Ultimate Sun Protection kit for the entire family from Neutrogena – the #1 Dermatologist Recommended Skincare Brand! Stay sunsmart in the later months of…
That’s not my…Pony, Train, Robot etc – Touch and feel book for babies
With kindergarten and school back this month, support your child’s learning and go in the draw to win Sport in Art’s rugby-themed learning tools. New Zealand artist Austin…
Combining exercise with family activities has many benefits, and not just to our waistlines and fitness levels. Active kids eat better, sleep better and think better and so…
Start the school year with one of two Microsoft wireless mobile mice, designed by international artists Johnny Wan and Mike Perry! Useful for work and study on the…
Head back to school in style this year with the fun new range of colourful Jotz stationery from Whitcoulls! The fairies range is perfect for young ladies, boys…
Danny’s Real Pita Bread Company has been making fresh and healthy pita breads since 1988 using only 100% natural ingredients. Their breads are made from individual balls of…
Norton 360 Multi-Device provides comprehensive protection for up to 5 devices in one straightforward security solution, which protects you on the various devices you use, so you can…
Homegrown in Auckland, luxurious Simunovich Olive Estate skincare products are just the answer for sun-kissed summer skin. The Simunovich family tradition is not only built on olive oils…
Designed by artist Tricia Reilly-Matthew, the new Li’l Ones Series 2 500pc puzzle collection from Holdson tries to reflect the sense of wonderment, innocence and simplicity in childhood…
What’s really important to you? Could someone tell by looking in your diary or on your household calendar? Do you spend time on what you think is most…
I thought I would share how I manage our meals in our house. It’s not really that special or unique but I find it creates much less stress…
The years leading up to school strongly influence your child’s attitudes and abilities towards reading. A home where stories are treasured and shared and where books are at…
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is one of the largest fun runs in the world, and it happens every year on Auckland’s waterfront. A gentle 8.4km on…
Kinect Nat Geo TV blends world-renowned Nat Geo WILD TV show episodes with Kinect for Xbox 360, transporting kids and their families around the world, expanding knowledge and…
With Kinect Sesame Street TV, children are invited to experience the world of Sesame Street alongside their favorite characters such as Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster and Elmo…
All babies have their own unique and precious personality determined both by genetics and the environment they are born into. Because of this, children react differently to separation…
We’ve got an exciting last-minute opportunity for those who will be in Auckland this coming weekend! This Saturday 12th January is a great family day out at Ellerslie…
A reader recently wrote asking help with getting children out of bed in the morning… here’s how to do it!
A European product which are compostable and biodegradable. They are a better choice should you want to use a disposable nappy than other brands as they are better…
LA’BONIC Natural Sun Block is an organic sunblock with no nasties (chemical free) that is SPF30.
Naty Nappies, eco brand using eco materials: 100% chlorine free Based on biodegradable materials Biodegradable back sheet film based on corn 100% GMO free 100% biodegradable high loft
A glimpse into a bygone era, ‘A Woman’s Place’ presents a collection of sometimes adorable, sometimes outrageous, often thought-provoking snippets from the media of the 1940s, 50s and…
I was fortunate to be chosen to review the Nature Babycare Diapers.
Kids are often itching to get out and about in the school holidays, and sometimes they have a list of places they want to go before the school term…
As Christmas comes closer, I’ve been thinking about things that I can do with my children to celebrate the Christmas season. Here are three easy ideas that you can…
We’ve got the most amazing family adventure giveaway from one of Queenstown’s best adventure companies. Family Adventures rafts the upper reaches of the famous Shotover River, Queenstown. Their trip…
Become a superspy in Cars, save the day as a robot in Toy Story, adventure through Paris as a clever rat in Ratatouille, stop the Omnidroid as a…
New to the Mountain Buggy Family, the peppy™ is a brilliant car capsule for little bubbas. This capsule is designed for birth – 13kg so will last your…
One of my favourite things to do is try new buggies. A bit sad, I know, but I use my buggy a lot and I’m fascinated by how…
Family Adventures is the perfect name for this activity. An adventure for the whole family (3 years and up) into Skippers, Queenstown and out again. Snacks, gentle splashing…
We love getting creative in our family and I believe it is extremely important for children to be able to use their minds and imagination to explore different…
Wreck-It Ralph is Disney’s latest masterpiece – a CG animated tale set within the world of arcade video games. Wreck-It Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly), the villain…
Yippppeeee!! Enjoy the thrill and fun of NZ’s favourite theme park. Drop 18 storeys on the Fear Fall, drop and twist on the Power Surge or go for…
Here’s a fantastic prize for the whole family – the Kelly Tarlton’s annual pass (worth $245) gives you as many visits as you like to Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE…
With Christmas fast approaching, we are always on the look out for unique gift ideas. Well, Snapfish has this covered! Snapfish by HP not only allows you to…
Mountain Buggy’s first infant car seat – the Peppy- is a fuss free, slim fit capsule. It’s safety certified for NZ to European standard ECE 44/04 and is compatible…
Sophie Gray is a bit of a legend around here and you’ll probably know her brand – Destitute Gourmet. With a focus on delicious food that is both…
The Mokopuna Cocoono Light is the perfect solution when out and about in warmer weather and can be used in bed, buggy or car seat. The merino fibre…
Party, party, party! At this time of year, sometimes it feels like you just spend the whole time partying! And what better way to celebrate than with a…
Christmas is a foodie time of year and Cake Stuff is a foodie kind of place! If you love baking, you’ll love this amazing pack filled with fabulous…
There’s nothing unusual about the Brockets. Normal, respectable, and proud of it, they turn up their noses at anyone strange or different. But from the moment Barnaby Brocket…
Little Penguins (that is actually their correct name) or blue penguins as we commonly know them, have to be one of life’s treasures. Unfortunately, something most of us…