Teenagers spend quite a lot of time home alone, after school, holidays, into the evenings and also sometimes overnight while parents are at work, away or even just…
Summer’s on the horizon – It’s time to think about water safety for kids. Water is an essential part of Kiwis identity and many children grow up spending their…
In the media recently there has been a growing number of reports on the number of trampoline related injuries that are occurring throughout the world. New Zealand figures…
“There has been a lot of talk online about child abduction and stranger danger lately and I am starting to feel really anxious about my children’s safety. I…
The risk of a fire in the home increases in winter as you start to use fires and more appliances like dryers and heaters. It’s important to look…
People have used slings to carry babies since time began, not only for safety, but also to be able to meet their infant’s primary needs. The meeting of…
As a parent, sometimes it’s hard to know how to choose safe children’s products and you’ll want to make sure the children’s products you buy and use are…
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…
A new rule increasing the age of mandatory child restraint use is a positive step in the safety of kiwi kids, says Kelly Good, car safety technician based…
Trampolines are a lot of fun, and great for you too – just 10 minutes on a trampoline provides the same aerobic benefit as half an hour of…
Every year children are seen at emergency departments with injuries caused by toys they’ve just received as Christmas presents.
Learning to drive is an exciting part of growing up and it’s a milestone that many parents both look forward to and dread. Being on the road does…
Schools and kindergartens are very aware of sun safety for children in their care. Read more about keeping your kids safe in our Sun Safety article.
Cots and bassinets provide a safe place for baby to sleep. This article takes you through the pros and cons of different styles of cots and bassinets.
This article outlines the main options for car seats for babies and children in New Zealand. Safety issues and costs of car seats are also discussed.
The first six weeks at home with your baby – possibly the most exciting and most tiring days of your life! Read about how to survive the first…
The health & safety of our children is paramount. Here is a list of commonly used items to help you ensure the health & safety of your baby.…