Why parents need sleep schedules too
Parents often accept broken sleep as part of the job, while fiercely protecting our kids’ bedtime routines. But according to sleep expert DR SUMIT SAMANT, we should be guarding our own sleep just as closely.
Finding energy to exercise when you have none: a parent’s guide
When LISA FONG started Move It Mama, she was a mother of four boys under five, squeezing workouts into the chaos of early parenthood. More recently, her family has been navigating her husband’s severe health issues. She shares how to stay motivated through overwhelm.
Covid-19 vaccinations for kids: the basics
On 17 January 2022, New Zealand’s 5 to 11-year-olds became eligible for vaccination against Covid-19, with the aim of having kids’ protection underway before they head back to school. We set out the basics of this new vaccination programme for kids. Independent experts have welcomed the move saying it will help to keep both children […]
Who is caring for the children in Christchurch?
Many New Zealand children have been exposed to traumatic events. What differs for the children of Christchurch is the ongoing and unpredictable nature of the earthquakes over the past 5 years. Exposure to repetitive or significant traumatic experiences can leave children suspended in a state of fearful expectation. This in turn can compromise their cognitive, […]
Te Wero Gymnastics
Christchurch’s newest Gymnastics Facility providing ‘Challenge’ and ‘Fun’ through the sport of gymnastics. Offering classes for all ages, abilities, and fitness levels – • Preschool, Recreational, Advanced & Competitive • Teens, Adults & Team Gym • Holiday Sessions, Birthday Parties, Group Bookings 118a Shortland Street, Wainoni, Christchurch P: 0226771626 E: info@tewerogym.org.nz Website: www.tewerogym.org.nz
Dealing with seasonal allergies
How do you know if your child has mild hay fever or more serious allergic reaction that may require medical help? What is hay fever? Hay fever is one of the most common allergic reactions, particularly in the spring. Sometimes it’s just a sniffle here and there, but other times it can become more serious, […]
Winter wellness tips and tricks
Staying warm, well and safe in winter takes a bit more effort than in sunny summer months. We’ve got some tips to keep your family on track during winter’s icy grip. Family health • Vitamin C – during winter, when vegetables and fruits high in the immune-boosting vitamin are scarce, you may need to take […]
Teaching kids food literacy
Every parent wants to raise a healthy, happy child. But with busy lifestyles, healthy eating can easily take a back seat to convenience. After all, it’s easier to pick up fish and chips for dinner than to prepare a hearty casserole or salad. But the result, according to Garden to Table founding trustee Catherine Bell, […]