Parenting through separation
Neuroscience educator NATHAN WALLIS and divorce coach KIMBERLEE SWEENEY offer ideas for getting through a breakup and supporting your children as you negotiate the world of co-parenting. By Kate Barber Separating from a partner is incredibly stressful: the second most stressful life event for a person behind the death of a spouse, according to the […]
Guiding you through the separation process
Family lawyer and principal in the relationships team at Cavell Leitch, AMANDA FITZGIBBON explains the process of separation and how an experienced family lawyer can guide you and take some of the stress away. When should I get a lawyer? An experienced family lawyer will ensure you get the best advice for your circumstances. We […]
Getting sleep when I have another baby
KATE BARBER talks with baby expert and mother of two, MIRIAM MCCALEB, about infants and sleep, and giving yourself permission to do things differently when you have your second or third baby. Having a new baby is exhausting, and it’s pretty normal to be a little obsessed with everyone in the family getting enough sleep. […]
Learning support for my child
High School Learning Support Coordinator and mum of three, ANETTE DE JOUX, talks to us about getting support when your child is neurodivergent or has special needs. In her role as a Learning Support Coordinator (LSC), Anette supports students with a range of different learning profiles. She also has a 13-year-old daughter, Mathilde, who has […]
West Coast wonders
SONIA SPEEDY’s family were mesmerised by the West Coast. She shares what they got up to and why you should add it to your family’s holiday plans. The last time I holidayed on the West Coast, I was a teenager. There are terrible pictures of me shivering, a huge white glacier glistening behind me. This […]
Property and mortgage market predictions for 2023
We all want financial security, now and into the future, especially when we are raising a family. So, whether you’re looking to buy your first family home or upsize to meet the needs of your growing household, NATHAN MIGLANI of NZ Mortgages offers some insights into the property and mortgage market to help you make […]
The ultimate action-packed party
Christchurch Adventure Park (CAP) offers a range of action-packed birthday party options for your young adventurer and their friends. Promising a fun day out for all the family, CAP is a great choice for your child’s next birthday. Hit the mountain biking trails, ride the ziplines, or simply let them explore the free attractions like […]
Family trees
This craft activity is great fun for tamariki of all ages, and makes a beautiful Mother’s Day card or art for the wall. By Sam Weaver YOU’LL NEED For this project, I used: INSTRUCTIONS Branch out On A3 or A2 card, you could combine the handprints of all the whanau off one big trunk to […]