15 free activities to create magic with your little ones this summer
With the sun shining bright and the days stretching out, now is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors and make the …
Out and about with your preschooler
Trying to decide on an outing to entertain or educate your preschooler? We've put together a directory of cool family-friendly outings to give you some ideas.
Fun things to do in Auckland with your family
Auckland is packed with things to do, so your family will be spoilt for choice. From beautiful zoos and underwater experiences to exhilarating theme parks and interesting museums, you can tailor your day’s activities to suit your children’s …
Things to do with the family in Hamilton and Waikato
Make the most of family outings and holidays with the abundance of family-friendly activities in the region, whether it’s urban adventures, the great outdoors, water experiences or getting up close and personal with wildlife. The majestic parks, …
Tips for helping car sickness prone children
“Oh no!” is the normal parental reaction when a little voice from the back seat pipes up, “I think I’m going to vomit!” and you're a mere 20 minutes into a three-hour journey. But car-sickness (or nausea on a plane, boat, bus etc) affects many …
Tips for planning a day out with grandparents
Time spent with grandparents is precious. Besides the obvious love and bond between a child and their grandparents, the relationship is significant for the insights into life both generations can offer each other. Planning a special day out or trip …
Things to do with the family in Wellington
Te Papa Address:Cable Street, Wellington Opening Hours:Daily from 10am-6pm, and until 9pm Thurs Cost: Free entry, fees may apply for special exhibits or activities Why it's so cool: The museum of New Zealand, Te Papa has over 2 million items in it's …
Top 5 spots for outdoor family fun
Here are our picks for the top activities for outdoor family fun in New Zealand's main centres. Auckland 1. Pools Parnell Baths A saltwater pool with a strong heritage on a historic site. It includes a toddler pool and interactive aqua …
20 things to do for less than $20
Drawing a blank when it comes to entertaining the kids? Work your way through our list of tried-and-tested activities that are as cheap as they are cheerful. OPEN A SHOP Method: Set your little ones up with a small table or bookshelf …
How to survive a Santa parade
On Sunday 26th November mother of three, Pippa Henderson, braved the Farmers Santa Parade in Auckland city centre, alone. Well, she wasn’t actually alone – the parade attracts over 250,000 people and 4,000 participants – but her introverted husband …
Tips for exploring nature with your toddler
A change of season means the end of hibernation. Gretchen Carroll sends us outside to explore. A day in nature is a cheap, easy and enjoyable way to spark kids’ imaginations, and can do wonders for parents’ wellbeing too! Getting into the outdoors …
Beach trip survival guide
Beaches make the perfect summer treat – but taking home half a car-load of sand when you leave? Not something to bring joy to a mother’s heart. We have tips for enjoy sun, sand and sea a whole lot more: Take along some talc powder – it’s …
Holiday activities for when you have a range of ages to entertain
School holidays can be a challenge if you have a range of ages to entertain. Finding family activities or outings that suit everyone is hard, especially when you throw the need for naps and breastfeeding into the mix. However, it helps to keep in …
Tips for avoiding 'hangry' meltdowns
Kids burn up a lot of energy, especially when they are out and about. Avoid lunchbox fatigue and ‘hangry’ meltdowns with these menu suggestions for dining on the run. 🥝 Make it colourfulPack snacks in an array of colours for maximum nutritional …
Activities for busy toddlers
Alice Cranfield explores activity options for busy toddlers who are raring to get out and about! One day you’ll wake up to see that the face of your gorgeous wee baby has changed. A new face now looks at you –its shape has taken on more definition …
Travel friendly food on the go
Clever new products and high-energy snacks take food-on-the-fly to new heights. Yumbox original BENTO lunchbox $44.95, thesleepstore.co.nz This clever lunchbox has six leak-proof compartments that can even seal in wet foods like yoghurt. …
