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Building connections with tamariki
Building connections with tamariki
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How to say no to passing baby around
Emma with baby Amelia telling her cues for when baby is not wanting to be passed around.
How to say no to passing baby around
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Fun things to do in the summer
Fun things to do in the summer
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Get jiggy with it
Help your tamariki make their very own puzzle.
Get jiggy with it
Help your tamariki make their very own puzzle.
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Whānau can protect the growth of baby's brain
Whānau can protect the growth of baby's brain
2:41
Sleeping routines
Sleeping routines
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Being fussy about food
Food battles are never fun. If you want kids to have a healthy relationship with food, it's best not to turn it into a power struggle. Here are some tips to make mealtimes a less stressful experience.
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Having toilet accidents
Learning to use the toilet is one of the hardest stages there is. If you've got other stuff on your plate, it probably won't be helping the situation. Read moreHaving toilet accidents
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Making shopping hard
Supermarkets and other shops are exciting places for little people - and meltdowns are common. Here are some ways other parents have made shopping less of a struggle. Read moreMaking shopping hard
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Running away
When young kids think it's fun to run away from you it can be very scary - and stressful. Here are some ways you can help keep them safe. Read moreRunning away
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Not keen on toothbrushing
It's no fun trying to brush the teeth of an unwilling child. Here are some ways to prevent it from becoming an unpleasant experience for you both. Read moreNot keen on toothbrushing
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Refusing the car seat
Car seat battles are no fun for anyone. Here are some things you can try to keep kids safe while keeping your cool. Read moreRefusing the car seat
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Terrible when travelling
Travelling with kids can be hard on everyone. If you're prepared things will go much more smoothly. Here are some tips for a better journey. Read moreTerrible when travelling
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Not sleeping
When your child won't go to sleep, it can be very frustrating, especially when you're tired too. While you can't force your kids to sleep there are lots of things you can do to make it more likely that they'll settle. Read moresleeping
