Head Injury in a Child: What Parents Need to Know
Head injuries are one of the most common types of injuries in little ones, and they can happen quickly. Learn red flag signs, when to call an ambulance and head injury first aid
The Best Kids Swimwear to Prevent Drowning
Our key tips to choosing the best swimsuit for water safety and why buying safe swimwear for toddlers (including neon swimsuits for kids) can make all the difference.
Sunscreen for Babies - 4 Things to Know Before Using Sunscreen on Your Baby
Choosing the right sunscreen (or sunblock) can be overwhelming. There are so many to pick from and finding the right sunscreen in NZ with it’s very harsh sun is something you want to get right.
Burns - Prevention & First Aid
Burns can occur with little ones when you least expect it. Burns prevention and learning the correct first aid for burns is so important as your little one has much more fragile skin.
Purple Crying and Why Your Crying Baby Might Not Have Colic
It can be worrying and overwhelming having a little baby that cries for hours and won't settle. What you need to know about purple crying, colic and navigating this difficult period
6 Tips to Get Your Toddler to Take Medicine - from Paediatric Nurses and Parents
Many parents struggle with their toddler refusing medicine, spitting out medicine, or flat-out refusing to take antibiotics. We asked parents and paediatric nurses their best tips for giving medicine.
Kids Always Sick? How to Protect Against Winter Bugs
As parents, it's common to feel like your child is always sick, especially during the daycare years. Here are some evidence-based tips from paediatric nurses to keep your little ones healthier this winter season.
Pram Coverings: The Dangers of Overheating & The Safest Way to Cover a Pram
Children overheating in the summer is a big concern. We tested three pram-covering methods to see which one kept the pram coolest - read the results here (they might surprise you!)
Is paracetamol safe? What to know before you give paracetamol to little ones
Is paracetamol safe? What to know before you give paracetamol to little ones. Paracetamol can safely be given to help children with pain and reduce fever - but incorrectly using paracetamol can harm your child.
Choking Prevention, Signs and How To Do Choking First Aid
Don't just learn choking first aid - make sure you know the signs and how to prevent choking events from happening.
3 Key Reasons Why Rescue Breaths Are Vital for Saving Babies and Children
Knowing CPR is not always enough. Why effective rescue breaths saves lives - and brains. How to know if you're doing them right.
Infant Rash Red Flags: The two rashes every parent must recognise
Rashes are common in children. Many are minor, but make sure you can spot the ones that require urgent medical attention.