Health & Nutrition
What’s that on your skin
Allergies, eczema, hives… Yvonne Walus runs through some of the common causes of skin problems in children. Baby acne These are red ...
The importance of vaccinations
Listen to everyday Kiwi families talk about the importance of having their booster vaccinations. Check out the video here. ...
FAQ: HPV vaccine
A lot of parents want to know more about the HPV vaccine, so Karin Batty, an immunisation advisor and technical writer at the ...
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat
Miriam McCaleb explains why paying attention to your breathing is important. Inhale, exhale. Repeat. If we didn’t, we would soon die. So how is it that ...
Naughty nits
Yes, it makes us itchy just thinking about it, too. Here’s what you need to know. What are head lice? Head ...
Easy being green
Chloe Moir shows us just how delicious peas can be! The humble pea really packs a nutritional punch – in fact, ...
Need to know: Mumps
There have been 900 cases of mumps nationwide so far this year. Here’s what you need to know about this preventable ...
Stamping out the spots
There’s a common misconception that chickenpox is a harmless childhood illness which, while uncomfortable, won’t have any lasting effects on ...
1 in 3 children have serious problems with eating – but help is at hand
You’ve slipped sprouts onto their pizza. Blended spinach into ‘alien mash’. Held the ice cream hostage. But mostly you just ...
I can’t believe it’s beetroot
The humble beetroot gets a child-friendly makeover with these yummy pink recipes from nutritionist Chloe Moir. As a parent, it ...
When picky eating becomes a problem
Children with sensory issues often struggle with eating, risking their health and leaving their parents frustrated and at a loss. ...
How to beat hay fever
Allergic rhinitis – better known as hay fever – is uncomfortable and annoying for many Kiwi kids (and parents!). Here’s how ...