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Have a read of our latest articles, practical tips and advice for parents on your toddler’s health and wellbeing from ages 1 – 3 years old.
Tips on starting night time toilet training

Tips on starting night time toilet training

Thinking of night time toilet training? Once your child is out of nappies during the day, the next step is to start toilet training at night. Every child is different, so is the length of time it will take for them to be fully night time toilet trained will differ too. Just remember, it’s not a competition!
Tips on potty training away from home

Tips on potty training away from home

If you’re potty training away from home, anxiety can sometimes rear its head for you as a parent or caregiver. Will your child use a public toilet? Will all your hard work be wasted simply by leaving the house? Or will they simply sail through the whole process? Follow these tips on how to manage potty training away from home.
Why a bedtime routine is good for your toddler

Why a bedtime routine is good for your toddler

If you’re looking to improve your toddler’s sleep and sleep habits, adopting a bedtime routine is a good place to start. Establishing and maintaining a bedtime routine comes with many benefits and will help your toddler to fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up rested and refreshed. Here are 5 reasons why adopting a bedtime routine is good for your toddler.
Childproofing your home for toddlers & preschoolers

Childproofing your home for toddlers & preschoolers

Is your home really childproof? Have you minimised the potential risks or dangers which might cause your toddler or preschooler any harm? By taking a few precautions and being prepared you could prevent your kids from being seriously harmed or even save their life. Childproofing your home can help reduce the risk of burns, drowning, choking, poisoning or falls amongst other things that might occur.
How learning towers can help toddlers brain development

How learning towers can help toddlers brain development

Learning towers are great for boosting your toddler so they can stand up and interact safely at bench height, whether it’s ‘helping’ with dinner, baking or doing arts and crafts alongside you. However, the potential of learning towers extends far beyond the kitchen. They also have a positive effect on your toddler’s brain development.
Toddler constipation - common causes & treatment

Toddler constipation - common causes & treatment

So why do toddlers suffer from constipation? It’s fairly common in this age group and can appear out of nowhere for some or be carried on from infancy for others. We look at some of the reasons why toddlers suffer from constipation, symptoms, common causes and remedies to help treat it.
Bedtime routines for toddlers & preschool kids

Bedtime routines for toddlers & preschool kids

In this article we take a look at some of the benefits of good bedtime routines for toddlers and pre-schoolers, why they're important and how to put a bedtime routine in place. We also share some ideas to help you establish your own bedtime routines and encourage healthy sleep habits for the future.
Toilet training toddlers without the stress

Toilet training toddlers without the stress

It is typically around the time toilet training begins that toddlers are starting to strive for more independence and beginning to test limits. This can make toilet training a stressful time for everyone involved. So how do we make toilet training a normal part of development?
Meningitis in babies & toddlers

Meningitis in babies & toddlers

Would you know if your baby or toddler had meningitis? Spotting the symptoms early could save their life. We take a look at some of the causes, treatment and prevention of meningitis, the glass test and how you can help protect your baby or toddler.
Are your kids getting enough Vitamin D?

Are your kids getting enough Vitamin D?

How do you know if your kids are getting enough vitamin D or if they're deficient in anyway? We look at the importance of vitamin D, common sources and how to ensure your kids get enough vitamin D on a daily basis.
8 Tips on kids asthma & sleepovers

8 Tips on kids asthma & sleepovers

Sleepovers with friends and family can be lots for fun for young kids. However if they or one of their friends has asthma, it pays to do a little planning up front. A new or unfamiliar environment can pose unforeseen problems that could trigger a child’s asthma, so good communication beforehand is key.
How much sleep do babies & young kids need?

How much sleep do babies & young kids need?

As parents we know that young children need their sleep to grow and develop, but many of us are unsure as to how much sleep babies, toddlers and pre-school kids actually need to reach their full potential. Unfortunately when it comes to sleep patterns, there’s no such thing as an ‘average’ child, but our sleep guide will give you an idea of what you can expect for newborns to 5 year olds, from day time naps to sleeping through the night.
Quick guide to kids coughs

Quick guide to kids coughs

Check out our quick guide to kids coughs and coughing - common types of coughs you might come across this winter. Kids coughing is not uncommon at this time of year, but would you be able to recognise what sort of cough it is and how to treat it? Here are some of the more common types of coughs, symptoms and how you can help treat them.
Teaching kids how to blow their nose

Teaching kids how to blow their nose

Learning to blow your nose must be one of the hardest things for kids to learn to do! Most are experts at blowing air out of their mouths, but blowing through their nose is a whole new technique they need to master. Try these simple steps to help your kids learn how to blow their nose.
Reasons for bed wetting & how you can help

Reasons for bed wetting & how you can help

It may be of some comfort to know that wetting the bed is very common and the majority of children will grow out of it. We take a look at what causes bed wetting and how parents can help to manage it.
Dealing with nappy rash

Dealing with nappy rash

At some point most babies get a touch of nappy rash, a red blotchy and sometimes spotty and sore, area in their nappy area. Sometimes the whole area is affected and at others times it may only appear in one area. We take a look at some of the causes of nappy rash and some tips on how to deal with it.
How to recognise measles in babies & kids

How to recognise measles in babies & kids

Would you recognise if your baby or kids had measles? We take a look at the symptoms of measles, treatment, preventing measles and how to get the MMR vaccine.
Testing Baltic Amber jewellery for authenticity

Testing Baltic Amber jewellery for authenticity

Is your baby’s Baltic Amber necklace the real deal? There's a lot of amber on the market in New Zealand right now and at first glance it's difficult to tell if it's genuine Baltic Amber or plain amber, copal, or plastic. Try one of these tests to determine if the amber you have is authentic.
Does your child have ADHD?

Does your child have ADHD?

The number of young children being diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) has increased over the last decade. So what is ADHD, and why are more children being labelled with it?
10 Steps to ditching your toddler's dummy

10 Steps to ditching your toddler's dummy

Is it time to ditch your toddler's dummy? The longer you leave it to get rid of your toddler's dummy, the more attached they will become to it. Bite the bullet while they're young and the agony will be less in the long run (although it may not feel like it at the time!). Make a start and follow these 10 simple steps.
Is your child depressed?

Is your child depressed?

Do you think your child is depressed? Childhood depression rarely has a single cause and it’s usually a combination of factors that depend on your child’s innate coping abilities. We take a look at the causes of childhood depression, signs and symptoms, getting help, treatment, supporting your child and improving communication.
5 ways to help kids sleep on hot summer’s nights

5 ways to help kids sleep on hot summer’s nights

We all love summer, but it can wreak havoc with kids sleep patterns with balmy nights and daylight streaming through their curtains. A good night’s sleep is important for all of us, so help make things more comfortable with these 5 easy tips to help them get to sleep during the warmer months.
Toilet training tips for toddlers

Toilet training tips for toddlers

Everyone's different, but children are usually ready to start toilet training somewhere between 18 months - 3.5 years on average. We take a look at some of the cues for toilet training readiness, managing poo issues and moving through each phase of the toilet training process at your toddler's pace.
The teething process

The teething process

All babies are different when it comes to teething. We take a look at when the teething process begins, which teeth usually come first and some of the teething symptoms your little one might experience.

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