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From Surviving to Thriving: Energetic Therapies to put a Spring in your Step
Believing that joyous people contribute to a healthy planet, Caroline Watson has made it her mission to explore the energy that connects and contributes…
The Chaos Emporium: Allowing Kid to be Kids
As two mums with nine children between them, Cathy Kingsley and Mekila Pennisi know a thing or two about what works when it comes…
The Injustice of Infertility
By Jennifer Robertson Australian Author Jennifer Robertson, former CFO of Australia Zoo for 9 years, has transitioned her career at 44 to write an…
Products to Inspire Healthy, Active, Connected Families
Mum of six Kylie Keher is passionate about filling her children’s lives with fun, love and adventure. Wanting to extend this passion into her…
Say Goodbye to Wet T-Shirts with Eco-Friendly Just’nCase Breast Pads
Sore nipples, latching issues, engorgement, spontaneous let-down… coming to grips with breastfeeding can be challenging, but sometimes little things can make a big difference….
Understanding Power Struggles with a 3-Year-Old
By Brent Friedlander Every parent gets into power struggles with their child, and it’s likely to happen time and time again. Whether it is…
Educating from the Heart: Encouraging Connection Through Nature
Trained in early childhood teaching, Janelle Gardiner is the proud founder of Nurture@Home, a childcare and education service based in the Tasman region. Inspired…
All-Natural 0% Cocktails: Clean Flavours Inspired by Nature
With the holiday season fast approaching, there is a delicious, healthy drink option on the market for breastfeeding mums, pregnant women, and those of…
Co-Regulation: Why It’s Important & How to Do It
By Sarah R. Moore Below is Part 3 from my recent interview with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson about her incredible new book, The Bottom Line for…
Yoga and Ayurveda for a Vibrant, Creative and Abundant Life
Katie Rose is a spiritual guide, ayurvedic coach, yoga teacher and mum to four boys. She is passionate about working with heart-centred women to…
Organic and Natural Skincare with Amazing Healing Properties
‘Created for comfort – Just for Mum’ is Rachel’s ethos and the driving force to create organic and natural skincare that helps heal mamas. Rachel, founder of…
I Brought You Here
By Brooke Maree I wake with a sore back from sometimes sleeping awkwardly next to you, but I brought you here to comfort you. …
A Healthy Work-Life Balance: Taking Care of Your Accounting Needs
As a parent, it can be a constant juggle of nappies, feeding, cuddles, play time and household tasks. Throw a business into the mix…
Grated Expectations – The Pressures of the Modern Lunch Box
By Victoria Vanstone “Muuuuum, can I have grated cheese instead of sliced in my sandwiches?” “Yes, darling” “Muuum, can you cut my grapes longs ways, like…
All Your Essential Oil Supplies in One Place
Founded in the UK in 2016 by Paul and Viv, Essential Oil Supplies came about due to a need to source and supply high…
Breastfeeding, Skinship and Nursing Aversion
By Zainab Yate Most people think that breastfeeding is always a calming, loving experience that draws a mother closer to her nursling. And when…
Organic and Earth-Friendly Fabrics in Unique, Colourful & Fun Designs
Wanting to make her own clothing for her children, Fiona Sax found it difficult to source a good selection of fabrics locally. This unearthed…
Practical, Sustainable & Affordable Kitchen & Feeding Essentials
Starting your little one on solids can be a daunting (and messy!) experience and Amanda Tong, founder of Hungry Ruru, is here to help….
“My Child Won’t Let Me Comfort!”
By Tracy Cassels Some of you aren’t there yet, some of you are in the midst of this, and some have come through the…
Beautiful, Original Art Pieces that Capture the Heart
Jessica Scott-Petersen has always been passionate about art and creating. Diagnosed with dyslexia at school, she came to discover different ways of learning and…
Natural, Tailormade Skincare: Clean, Vegan & Cruelty Free
It was Kelly Kirkwood’s passion for natural skincare combined with her aromatherapy training that inspired her to start her own skincare range. Skin Essentials create…
10 Reasons You Should Get a Houseplant for Your Kids
By Emily Folk Young kids often ask for whatever’s on their mind. They might want a new toy or a family pet. Even if…
Boutique Baby Shopping Made Easy
As a busy, pregnant, working mum, Janine Diers was uninspired by the quality of baby items easily accessible to her online. With no time…
Your Hearth Your Home
By Sally Saint The current global crisis has called for a real ‘girding of the loins’ of every single parent. The importance of a…
Tiaki: Promoting an Overall Sense of Wellbeing
As a trained physiotherapist, Rachael Burke knows only too well the importance of movement for recovery and wellbeing. She would often recommend Pilates to her clients…
Every Drop Is Worth Saving
Breast milk is often referred to as “liquid gold” – and it’s clear why! Each and every drop is rich with the goodness your…
Angry? Don’t lose it. Use it!
Most of us don’t realise how scary our angry faces can be for our children. But that’s the hallmark of anger: we lose perspective….
Cute & Stylish Handmade Headwear for Babies & Kids
As a first-time mum to a beautiful little girl, Moana Barroso was inspired to create her own online baby label, designing and creating gorgeous…
Creating a Community that Nourishes its Mothers
After longing for space amongst the chaos of her first year of motherhood, Malyssa Tomkinson is passionate about the importance of self-care for mums….
The life-changing magic of tidying up (your life)
By Belinda Haan Tidying Up, the Netflix show by Marie Kondo has taken the world by storm. Marie Kondo is a tidying expert ‘helping…
Respecting the Earth and Creating a Balanced, Harmonious Life
Chanelle McGibbon and her husband wanted to create a lifestyle for their family where they could both be more present in their children’s day-to-day lives and work…
How Fathers Can Support Breastfeeding
By Francoise Voldoire From the beginning of mankind, fathers have had no essential role when it comes to breastfeeding. They are usually expected to be…
From Hobby to Business: Creating Handmade Garments & Accessories
With an overwhelming love for beautiful fabrics and creating pretty items, Samantha Jones started her business, Driessa, from her home studio. She designs and creates…
Stylish, Functional Babywear for Little Commando Crawlers
At Commando Baby, they are all about making mums’ lives easier with their unique onesies that are tough enough to withstand anything your commando crawler…
Are we preparing our children all wrong for school?
By Dr Vanisha Mishra-Vakaoti “Daddy, why don’t people say hello to us?” Each morning on their walk from the café to our four-and-a-half-year old’s pre-school, my…
Unique Handmade Gifts and Jewellery Designed to Encourage and Uplift
hummingpea is a story of evolution, persistence, growth and recognition of self. Born out of a love for texture and an intrinsic need to…
How Covid-19 has changed the fashion industry
By Kate Kardol Normally this time of year, Tearfund NZ launches its annual Ethical Fashion Guide in partnership with Baptist World Aid Australia. In…
Handmade with Love: Vibrant, Colourful, Natural Beauty Products
The Raw Beauty Box brand started as a hobby and has become a successful business creating bath and body products made from 100% environmentally-friendly…
Harraways & Whānau Āwhina Plunket Supporting Kiwi Homegrown Heroes
Two iconic, homegrown brands are partnering to support Kiwi families and whānau. Harraways and Whānau Āwhina Plunket have a lot in common. Both ‘homegrown’, heritage brands were founded…
Make the Switch to Cloth Nappies
Kylie Brown is passionate about leaving a better world for our children. She launched EcoPeach to provide parents with beautiful, economical products that don’t…
Postpartum Anxiety: You are not alone
By Sarah Noble I’ve had ups and downs with anxiety for as long as I can remember. It manifested postpartum in a way I didn’t…
Nurturing Well: Personalised Holistic Infant Care & Lactation Support
Trish Doyle is an experienced Child and Family Health Professional with Midwifery, Nursing and Lactation and Infant Massage Qualifications. It was her experience in…
Go Diaper Free: Encouraging potty independence
Nervous about embarking on her parenting journey, Natalie Willmot spent some time watching videos online to prepare herself for what was to come. She…
Natural, Gentle & Effective Essential Oils & Handmade Accessories
Sam Noordijk loves to educate others on the amazing benefits of essential oils and with a passion for chemical-free living, she fully understands the…
Beautiful, Organic, Cotton Muslin Products from Bub & Bear
While pregnant with her daughter, Naina Satchell received a beautiful set of muslin sheets and washcloths from her mother. Little did she know how…
Is a Steiner education right for your child?
By Deborah Hide-Bayne My boy is at school now, but I look back on his days as a pre-schooler with great affection and gratitude….
Join The Conscious Parenting Movement
Starting out as a local meet-up group and blog for parents, Conscious Parenting Movement has evolved into much more. Founder Paisley Rylance is passionate…
Mamas in Lockdown: An inspiring collection of personal stories
On 28 February 2020, New Zealand reported its first case of Covid-19. By 26 March, New Zealand was at alert level 4 – complete…
Guiding Women Through Their Journey of Self-Discovery
Amy Masters is a Registered Nurse with a passion for holistic care and alternative medicine. By creating new lifestyle habits, she aims to transform…
5 Steps To Get More In Tune With Your Baby
By Brent Friedlander What does it look like to be “in tune” with your baby? Being in tune is the symbiotic connection to your child in…
