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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder is costing New Zealand up to $70 million a year in lost productivity, new research suggests.

The act of telling a group of children that they are winners just for showing up waters down and devalues the very concept of winning.

In the era of platonic parenting and conscious uncoupling, friendly, even triumphant #divorceselfies have become increasingly common.

A teenage girl pretended for months that she was pregnant with triplets, no less, using "Fake a Baby" products.

Simple tips to help children deal with disturbing current affairs, while managing our own volatile and powerful feelings.

The life-long negative impact of helicopter parenting was similar to that experienced by people who have suffered a bereavement, experts say.

To mark Father's Day, former Campbell Live staffer and freelance journalist Ali Ikram muses on modern fatherhood.

Eric Watson writes about what being a dad has taught him.

Most Kiwi dads read to their children but mums read to them more, a survey has found.

Are you ever too old to become a mum? Two of a growing number of older mothers reveal the pros and cons of having a baby in your 50s and beyond.

To mark Father's Day, seven leading personalities from Martin Amis to Jamie Oliver recall how their father shaped who they are today.

Two Auckland psychologists say many Kiwi couples are "marching backwards into the 1950s" by unconsciously devaluing women's unpaid work.

Despite being over a decade old, this cute video of a sisterly peanut butter prank has gone viral.

Father's Day is on Sunday and if you haven't already arranged something, fret not! Here are five great ideas to celebrate the day with your Dad.

While wet wipes might be super handy, they're also not actually doing what they're meant to, according to research.

Some parents are putting off or ditching plans to immunise children after discouraging information, a study shows.

I said goodbye to my midwife last week and it broke my heart a little bit. How can you ever thank someone enough for making you a family, twice?

Jessy is old enough to start school next month, but Vickie breastfeeds him five times a day because, she says, it alleviates his symptoms of ADHD.

While parents and teachers can model and emphasise consideration, compassion, kind words and actions and thoughtfulness, friendships can never be forced.

Never mind the children. Starting at a new school is a minefield for their parents.

Today's overprotective, failure-avoidant parenting style has undermined the competence, independence and academic potential of an entire generation, according to new research.

Frankly, I was intrigued. Really? Eight million folks had signed up to have affairs with neighbors? What brought about that level of marital unhappiness - and secrecy?

Disposable nappies are supposed to be the easier, rash-free choice for changing time - but for Auckland mum Sherylee Teoh, that just doesn't wash.

Ever wondered why parents pile on the pounds? A new book reveals the truth about their bad habits.

"I don't know who you are, but thank you" mum tells unknown boy who played with her disabled son at a Florida science centre.

New mum Caroline Botting spoke to some brave first-time parents who'd achieved what seemed like the impossible - enjoyable getaways with their young bubs.

Experts say old English-sounding names are in fashion thanks to programmes like <i>Game of Thrones</i>. Parents are naming their babies after characters from the fantasy series.

The author of a controversial Paleo cookbook for baby and toddlers has defended a recipe which critics say has the potential to kill a child.