Celebrating the Beauty of Imagination, Joy & Curiosity in Childhood
For as long as she can remember, creativity and curiosity have been the driving forces behind everything Stine Richardt does. As a mother, she…
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10 Tips for Handling Bad Weather Days With Toddlers
By Jane Marsh You want to take your bundle of joy outside, but the weather isn’t speaking your language. There are ways to keep…
Guiding Children to Positivity, One Colourful Page at a Time
As a mum, sister, wife, daughter and friend, Kate Marshall has spent her life nurturing others. She is passionate about raising mindful, resilient, positive…
Making Montessori Learning Easy, Accessible & Affordable to Every Child
It was Tribly Dsouza and her husband’s desire to nurture their daughters’ minds differently that led them to discover the Montessori method. Using the…
Unlock Your Child’s Potential & Support their Development
Baby College has been the original and leading parent and baby development and sensory program in the UK since its establishment in 2000. With…
Beautifully Illustrated Storybooks for Your Children to Enjoy
Hayley Elliott-Kernot is an artist, writer and illustrator based in Aotearoa New Zealand. Reading and telling stories has always been an integral part of her…
Why Children Need to Move and How Montessori Can Help!
Movement is essential for the healthy development of the mind and body! 💪👶 Montessori’s approach to education emphasises the importance of movement from a newborn…
Toy Rotation: An Effective Way to Keep Children Engaged and Learning
As parents, we want the best for our children, and providing them with toys and playthings is a big part of that. Toys are…
Stylish, Waterproof, Reversible Play Mats in Gorgeous Designs
At Rockabye River, they are driven by the belief that children’s imaginations should be nurtured and encouraged to develop through play and exploration. The…
Educational & Developmental Growth Through Play
It was her sons’ enthusiasm, curiosity and inquisitiveness towards learning that inspired Sheena Bardrick to start Todz & Up. Her goal is to provide…
Endless Play Possibilities for Children of All Ages
Capikooa founders Maria and Warren understand what it’s like to want the best for your little ones: to not only want them to be…
Soft, Safe & Gentle Bath Products: Made Especially for Kids
Kalin Blanchard’s love for The Bean People products began when she was a child in South Africa, and when she moved to New Zealand…
Keeping Your Baby Looking & feeling Good From The Feet Up
Heading off in search of a cute baby gift amongst an ocean of children’s goods, it can be tricky to find something that is…
Stylish, Sustainable, Earth-Friendly Play Mats to Complement Your Space
Dana Weil found it challenging to find a stylish and kid-friendly play mat that was free of nasties – such as PVC – that they…
Your Sustainable Lifestyle Store
After having her first son, Natalie Ormond started making changes to the way her family shopped and lived. Finding some great eco-friendly and sustainable…
Wherever You Go, Take Sunnyo – Your SPF BFF!
Sunscreen and sun protection are so important for children, and protecting your child’s skin from too much sun exposure can greatly reduce the risk…
Creating Play Spaces & ‘Nooks’ for Little People
The Pic-a-nic Nook creates custom play spaces and nooks for little people, using pre-loved & second hand furniture, transforming these pieces to create amazing…
Earth-Friendly, Sustainable Toys & Gifts for Children of All Ages
Inspired by her youngest son and his love for nature, Lisa Williamson wanted to create a business that would make a real difference to…
Exploring the Senses & Having Fun with Playdough
Knead for Play is a small family-focused business based in Taranaki, where PLAY is at the heart of everything we’re about. We produce beautiful…
Easily Find, Compare & Visit Daycares in Your Area
For New Zealand parents with young children, making a decision on which daycare to choose can be overwhelming, with so many different options and…