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Handmade Children’s Clothing & Accessories for Life’s Precious Moments
byBloom Sprouts Handmade, founded by maker and mother Hannah Beal, is a small business rooted in a love of craftsmanship, sustainability and slow fashion…
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Navigating The Festive Season
By Lucy Ruddle (IBCLC) I sometimes wonder if Mary had to field the opinions of family and friends when it came to her feeding…
Supporting Migrant Mums-To-Be through Art Therapy
Attuned Space Art Therapy is a heart-centred practice in Christchurch dedicated to supporting the emotional wellbeing of first-time migrant mums-to-be. Founded by art therapist…
Does Your Baby Have a Cold or Allergies?
By Jane Marsh No parent can bear to watch their child suffer from coughing, sneezing and a runny nose. You would rush in and…
Handmade Children’s Clothing & Accessories for Life’s Precious Moments
Bloom Sprouts Handmade, founded by maker and mother Hannah Beal, is a small business rooted in a love of craftsmanship, sustainability and slow fashion…
5 Easy Ways to Find the Spirit of the Season
By Dr. Laura Markham Five easy ideas for families who aren’t exactly religious but want more spiritual meaning in their holidays. “Love is what’s…
Learn to Read Your Newborn’s Sleepy Signals
By Elizabeth Pantley Your newborn needs a great amount of sleep – up to eighteen hours a day — but your baby doesn’t know…
Creating a Fun and Safe Home for Your Child Learning to Walk
By Jane Marsh You’re enjoying playtime with your little one. Their small hand reaches for the coffee table and they slowly pull themself up….
From Struggle to Strength: Stories That Help Parents Connect
Driven by a deep passion for supporting parents through the often unseen challenges of early parenthood, author Rosie Cimino has created a powerful collection…
Why is it so hard to get your kids to fall asleep at night?
By Cayla Solomon, sleep and parent coach It’s not just your imagination: bedtime is a conflict of interests that leaves parents frustrated and children…
Matching Moments: Celebrate Connection, Creativity & Joy
Peppermint Peach founder Zahra Killin has built a brand that celebrates connection, creativity and the joy of matching family outfits. Inspired by motherhood and a…
Mangawhai Hypnotherapy: A Gentle Path to Healing
Suse Ashford is a Clinical & Advanced Hypnotherapist – her work has been shaped by more than two decades of personal healing, study and…
Gentle Sleep Solutions: Building Trust, Connection & Confidence
Passionate about providing families with the tools and knowledge to help their little ones sleep well, Jess Prescott, founder of Jess’ Sleep Secrets, has built…
My biggest regret after 10 years of motherhood
By Belinda Haan In a few days, it will be my 10th anniversary of motherhood. Today, I have noticed a tightening in my chest…
Proven Strategies for Regaining Fitness Post-Pregnancy
By Kylee Harris The media is awash with tips for losing weight post-pregnancy, but for many new moms, the aim may be to gain fitness rather…
Personalised Haircare that Nurtures the Scalp & Soul
UKE is a personalised New Zealand-made haircare brand born out of a shared vision and a passion for healthy hair and scalp. On a…
From Motherhood to Mindful Living: The Story Behind Mantra Bee
When I think back, I can’t remember a time I wasn’t drawn to natural remedies. I was always that “crunchy” person reading labels; not…
Get Comfy, Stay Supported & Sleep Well During Pregnancy
Having experienced her own challenges of broken sleep, pelvic girdle pain and body aches during pregnancy, Elle Nilsson recognised a clear need for a…
4 Easy Habits to Build Your Child’s Self Esteem with Your Words
By Dr. Laura Markham “If you want your children to improve, let them overhear the nice things you say about them to others.” –…
Breaking the Cycle: Raising Abundant Kids by Healing Our Own Stories
How one mother learned to rewrite her money story – and is now helping others do the same By Kathryn Brown We can only…
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. …
Hand-picked Gift Boxes for Mums & Babies
It was Courtney Lowe-Hogan’s desire to support, uplift and celebrate mums and mums-to-be that inspired the idea for Mama & Bell. After welcoming her…
The Lactation Nurse: Compassionate, Evidence-Based Feeding Support
With a passion for guiding families through the early days of feeding, Deirdre Heffernon started The Lactation Nurse to provide compassionate, calm reassurance and evidence-based care…
Faith-Filled Support for an Empowering Birth
Helena Whitwell is a doula and hypnobirthing instructor. Her work is rooted in a deep passion for helping parents approach birth with confidence, peace…
Nurturing Mothers & Families Through Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond
Jade Dale is a naturopath, mother, and the founder of Natures Wellness Naturopathy. Her journey into holistic health began with her own transformative healing…
Teach your child to use positive self-talk
By Elizabeth Pantley When your child is worried about something it’s likely that his self-talk is very negative and he focuses on possible disasters:…
How to Sleep Safely with your Baby
By Mary Francell In today’s technological society, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that humans are mammals. We give birth to live…
Soul Strong: Igniting Faith, Purpose & Resilience
Driven by a deep desire to nurture both her family and a wider sisterhood of women, Priscilla Mariassouce founded Soul Strong – a space where…
Why Your Emotional Health Matters More Than Anything + 3 Ways To Nurture Emotional Wellbeing
By Geordie Bull When I was 16, my mum took me to a naturopath to deal with a cyst on my left cheek. Frustratingly,…
Stainless Steel Dinnerware Designed for Little Hands & a Lighter Footprint
When New Zealand mum and founder of 1 little cub Cheyne Kiddle couldn’t find safe, easy-to-clean dinnerware for her toddler that didn’t trap food, stains…
On the Go: How to Keep Potty Training Consistent While Travelling
By Jane Marsh Travelling with a potty-training toddler is a full-on adventure. They may be comfortable in your quiet and predictable routine at home,…
5 Incredible Things That Will Happen When You Practise Acceptance
By Sara Teeman The ‘shoulds’ started early for me and I had an idea whilst pregnant of how I wanted things to go. I…
A Survival Guide for Sensitive Mamas with Spirited Kids
By Megan Stonelake I remember the exact moment when I learned about the concept of the “Highly Sensitive Person.” I was in my mid-20s,…
Meeting the Child Within
Dr Maxine Thérèse Every child enters the world whole, carrying within them innate wisdom, resilience and potential. They are not empty vessels to be…
From Bedtime Stories to a Family Business: The Heart Behind Bandigon
Alba and Camilo are parents, writers, makers and believers that ten quiet minutes can change the shape of a day. At Bandigon, they create…
Baby Only Wants to Sleep On You, Be Held By You, Or Just Have Cuddles All Day Long? They’re Not “Broken”, It’s Normal!
By Brooke Maree Four years ago, I thought my daughter had a “sleep problem”. I could not understand why she wanted to sleep soundly…
How Your Children Can Learn to Love Nature in Your Own Backyard
By Jane Marsh Instant gratification from screens provides kids with an entirely reimagined experience of how to spend leisure time. They value the content…
Woodlane Orchard: Nourishing Families, Reducing Waste
Growing up on a dairy farm, Kelly Johnson learned early on the value of hard work, the beauty of fresh produce, and the heartbreak of…
Luxury Self-Care for Modern Motherhood
MEMO was born from a simple but powerful need for high-quality, naturally derived self-care products designed specifically for pregnancy and early motherhood. Now owned…
Communicating Respectfully with Your Kids
By Tracy Cassels You want to be respectful. You want your child to know that they are heard. So you ask them to do things….
Should You Eat During Labour? Here’s What to Eat and Why!
By Jessica Raj – Pregnancy, Postpartum and Baby Nutrition Consultant When I gave birth to my first baby, I ate a chocolate bar at…
You Don’t Have to be Perfect. Let’s Build on Your Strengths!
By Dr. Laura Markham What are your biggest strengths as a parent? What would an impartial observer admire if she could watch your best…
Nurturing Your Journey: Expert Baby Care Support
Michelle Kuteyi has always been passionate about breastfeeding, supporting families and friends, however it wasn’t until she had her first rainbow baby that she…
Redefining Post-partum Care: Supporting New Mums to Heal, Rest & Reconnect
Sonia Thompson, founder of The Elevated Mother, is redefining post-partum care in Birmingham and beyond. As a mother of five, Reiki and womb healing…
Good child syndrome
By Adrienne Wood So you’re worried about your strong-willed child, but did you ever spare a thought for your “good” child? Nisha came in the…
7 Tips To Help Kids Learn to Control Their Emotions
By Dr Laura Markham “I love your posts, but my husband is afraid that if we allow our kids to get upset as you…
Supportive, Mindful Cleaning Services for New and Expectant Mums
When expectant mum and former cleaner Amber Chique found herself nine months pregnant, sore, swollen and still deep in the throes of the nesting…
Growing Wellness: The Herb Farm’s Botanical Path to Natural Living
Studying and working with herbs and learning how to grow, harvest and harness them, Lynn Kirkland had a vision in the 1990s to create…
Handmade with Love: Beautiful, Functional Additions to Your Baby’s Wardrobe
What started out as a quest to find clothes that fit properly over reusable nappies has blossomed into a beautiful small business. At Willa,…
Boundaries with Kids: 4 Helpful Ways to Support Them from the Heart
By Sarah R. Moore Setting boundaries with kids can feel like one of the trickiest parts of gentle parenting. We worry that if we’re too…
Raise Your Child to Be an Optimist
By Dr. Laura Markham “We don’t have to engage in grand, heroic actions to participate in the process of change. Small acts, when multiplied…