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Hot Topics articles for parents with babies, toddlers & preschoolers

 

1. Hot Topics articles on Kids Activities, Kids Sports & Family Activities


Check out our fun ideas on Things To Make and Things To Do with babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Plus we have some great articles on Kids Sports and Family Activities. 

Read our articles on Kids Activities, Kids Sports and Kids Travel section.

 


2. Hot Topics articles on Kids Birthday Parties


Read our useful tips on how to plan your kids next party, how to save money, party entertainment and more for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Read our articles on kids Birthday Parties.
 

3. Hot Topics articles on Babies & Kids Gear


Young children seem to need a lot of stuff! Our Babies & Kids Gear Hot Topics section covers it all from car seat safety to the benefits of cloth nappies, baby wearing, buying highchairs and everything in between!

Read our articles on Babies & Kids Gear.
 

4. Hot Topics articles on Child Development


Take a look at our wide range of articles relating to child development from learning and play, to social and emotional development and communication skills.

Read our articles on Child Development.
 

5. Hot Topics articles on Kids Clothes & Shoes


Our Clothing Hot Topics articles look at everything from kids clothes size charts to finding the right kids shoes, measuring kids feet, the benefits of merino wool, pyjama safety and lots more.

 

Read our articles on Kids Clothes & Shoes.
 

6. Hot Topics articles on Kids Food & Feeding Time


We’ve got fussy eaters covered in our Food & Feeding Time section, plus tips on starting solids, basic cooking skills for preschool kids, family meal times, easy recipes and some kid-friendly cafes and restaurants for you to visit.

Read our articles on Kids Food & Feeding Time.
 

7. General Hot Topics articles for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers


We have all sorts of things covered in our General Hot Topics section. From flying with young children to lists of the top baby names, starting school, family holidays, kids rooms, driveway dangers and lots more.

Read our articles on a wide range of General Issues.
 

 8. Hot Topics articles on Kids Health & Wellbeing


The health and wellbeing of our children is paramount. Our Hot Topics articles in this section explore sleep and toilet training, common illnesses, ADHD, colic, teething and the general health and wellbeing of babies and young children. 

Read our articles on Kids Health & Wellbeing.
 

9. Hot Topics articles for Parents


It's not all about the kids! We have useful articles that will help parents during these early years too.

Read our articles for Parents.
 

10. Hot Topics articles on Services For Kids


This section includes Hot Topics articles on services relevant to babies, toddlers and preschool kids under 5 years old. From nannies to daycares, tips from family photographers and other helpful hints.

Read our articles on Services For Kids.
 

11. Hot Topics articles on Kids Toys Books & Play


We have lots of play activities to share in this section, along with ideas on how to make your own toys, learning to read and other useful articles on children's toys, books and play ideas.

Read our articles on Kids Toys Books & Play.
 
   
6 Tips on dealing with accidents at home

6 Tips on dealing with accidents at home

Do you know what to do if your child has an accident at home, perhaps fell on their head or were choking on their food? Learning about first aid and acting quickly and confidently in those vital first minutes could be the difference between your child’s life and death. Check out these 6 tips on dealing with accidents at home that could help save your child’s life.
Infant reflux – real-life advice

Infant reflux – real-life advice

If you type ‘Infant Reflux’ into any internet search bar you will come up with thousands of articles. What is harder to find are the personal experiences, the real-life advice on what to do to get through it from a mother and baby who have been there and have come out the other side. Here's one mother's story.
Managing infant reflux

Managing infant reflux

Infant reflux is not uncommon in babies, but how do you go about managing reflux and doing what's best for your baby? For many babies with reflux a few home management techniques will help ease their symptoms. However there is reflux medication available for those babies who might need it. We take a look at both home management techniques and reflux medication so you can see what might work for your baby.
Taking care of your kids baby teeth

Taking care of your kids baby teeth

Kids baby teeth may only be around for a short time, but they’re more important than you might think. The health of your kids baby teeth is essential for their developing gums and for their permanent teeth which are growing underneath. Starting your kids off with good oral care can help protect their teeth for decades to come.
Quick guide to hand foot & mouth disease

Quick guide to hand foot & mouth disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is usually caused by a viral infection. It can occur at any age, but is common in children under 10 years old. It is not the same as Foot and Mouth disease which occurs in farm animals. Read about the symptoms, how it is spread and how it can be treated.
15 Reasons for babies & kids to see a doctor

15 Reasons for babies & kids to see a doctor

You should always rely on your gut instinct as you know your child best, but here are 15 common reasons when you should take young kids to a doctor or seek out medical advice.
Reasons why babies cry & ways to soothe them

Reasons why babies cry & ways to soothe them

Babies communicate through crying. It’s their way of saying ‘I need you’ in some way. However sometimes trying to understand what they’re telling you through their crying can be a bit of a challenge, especially in those early months. Check out these common reasons why babies cry and what you can do to help.
6 Ways to support parents with premature babies

6 Ways to support parents with premature babies

If someone you know has recently had a premature baby there are lots of things you can do to help out and to make the parents' lives just that little bit easier during the first few weeks. From celebrating the birth, to buying gifts and cards, making meals and offering more practical help so that they can focus on their baby.
Premature babies – born too soon?

Premature babies – born too soon?

Statistics show that 1 in 10 New Zealand babies arrive in the world too soon. The outlook for premature babies has improved dramatically in recent years, but despite medical advances, figures are on the increase. Learn about pre-natal complications, neonatal intensive care, early challenges and learning and development issues.
Toilet training in 3 days or less

Toilet training in 3 days or less

There are so many ways to go about toilet training or potty training your child. You may want to read up on a number of different options before you start, but this method of toilet training them in 3 days or less is definitely worth a look. The idea that your child could get comfortable using the potty in a few days may seem unbelievable to parents expecting toilet training to be a lengthy and difficult process. But 'quick-training' works for many parents and it isn't a recent trend.
Immunising kids in New Zealand

Immunising kids in New Zealand

The topic of immunisation for kids often throws up lots of discussion and strong view points, but remember the choice to immunise your children is yours to make.
Is your home poison proof?

Is your home poison proof?

Are you sure your home is really poison proof? It’s amazing how many poisons can be found around your house which you might not even be aware of. We take a look at common household poisons you're likely to find in your home, what preventative measures you can put in place and what to do if your child is poisoned.
Removing plasters from kids skin

Removing plasters from kids skin

No-one likes having plasters removed from their skin, not even adults! This simple and effective method will help remove plasters quickly and easily, and with minimal pain from your kids skin.
A life saver for prem babies

A life saver for prem babies

Life-Saving Lung Treatment for Premature Babies - Perhaps one of the most important medical breakthroughs of our time was developed by a New Zealander, Graham "Mont" Collingwood Liggins.
Removing splinters from kids skin

Removing splinters from kids skin

There’s many a theory on how to remove splinters, but this one using baking soda only takes a few minutes and doesn’t hurt your little ones!
The cause & treatment of infant reflux

The cause & treatment of infant reflux

Reflux is simply defined as the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach). The prevalence of reflux peaks between 1 to 4 months of age, and usually resolves by 6 to 12 months. Find out more about silent reflux, laryngopharyngeal reflux, secondary reflux and the benefits of breastfeeding.
5 Ways to minimise the pain of vaccinations

5 Ways to minimise the pain of vaccinations

Needle pricks can look a lot worse than they actually feel (especially if you are a parent watching!) and any pain your child feels is over very quickly. However the whole experience can be made a little easier with these 5 Tips to help reduce the pain of the needle next time your little one has a vaccination.
5 Tips for healthy kids teeth

5 Tips for healthy kids teeth

Check out these tips on how to keep your kids' teeth healthy. From dental care to brushes, brushing and the effects of food, drink and medication.
How do I get help if I think my child has special needs?

How do I get help if I think my child has special needs?

As parents we all dream about the possibilities for our children long before they ever realise them. However what happens if your child does not develop like the other children of his/her age. What should you do if you have a worry about your child’s learning or development?
Baby wind problems

Baby wind problems

It’s a fact, all babies get wind or produce gas! We take a look at where it comes from, why infant wind causes pain and discomfort and the treatment available for babies with wind problems.
Make your own wet wipes

Make your own wet wipes

Wet wipes have to be one of the most useful things you can carry around when you have a baby or little one in tow! Homemade wet wipes are easy to make and a lot cheaper than buying shop-bought wipes. By making your own wet wipes you’ll know what ingredients have gone into them too.
Ways to help stop young kids sucking their thumb

Ways to help stop young kids sucking their thumb

Do your kids suck their thumb? Thumb-sucking is common amongst young kids and a natural comforter. However when it comes to certain aspects of their development, thumb-sucking can become problematic. So what can you do to help stop your kids from sucking their thumb.
Keeping your child safe – what to look out

Keeping your child safe – what to look out

Unfortunately New Zealand does not have a great safety record when it comes to childhood accidents. We take a look at providing the safest environments for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to explore in and what risks you need to look out for.
Make your own natural baby bottom balm

Make your own natural baby bottom balm

This recipe is very easy to make. If you can melt something in a saucepan, you can make this natural baby bottom balm! Perfect for nappy rash.

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