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I feel like we don't give dads enough credit, writes Rhonwyn Newson, and we go a bit overboard with the praise when dads do perform parenting or household tasks.

A group of funny mums are taking over YouTube with their hilarious takes on parenting.

It's the guilty secret many parents are reluctant to admit aloud: no matter how much you love your kids, being a parent can make you feel bad.

It turns out that having a child can have a pretty strong negative impact on a person's happiness, according to a new study published in the journal Demography.

"Being able to breastfeed her little boy has created a special bond between us all, a bond I will always cherish."

A woman has sparked a controversy after posting a picture on social media showing her breastfeeding a friend's toddler son.

Mum shares a heartwarming tale of generosity after returning to her car to find a parking ticket which had already been paid by a stranger.

David Beckham has slammed critics who questioned his four-year-old daughter Harper's use of a dummy.

"I do come across children who for one reason or another spend a lot of time with TV and DVDs. They start to assume the character."

Hilary Duff wants to stop "mom bullying" and thinks being a new mum can be "isolating" and is keen to stop mothers from "judging" one another.

Young people's use of technology is a growing parental concern as new apps open up fresh lines of online communication.

How do young children learn to swear - and why do they seem to do it at the most inappropriate moments?

In the 13 months since her heartfelt letter was published in the Herald, Georgia - now 16 - has faced public criticism and lost friends.

A study released this week suggests women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to rear children who are involved in delinquency.

Living in a rearranged family is a way of life for one in three families in NZ - and it doesn't have to spell the worst for these kids.

A Taupo dad has gotten a cochlear implant tattooed on his head to help his little girl not feel like the odd one out.

Women do have time for ambitious careers and family, argues Laura Vanderkam. It's all about making conscious decisions with time.

An ERO report says almost half of our centres are not doing enough for under-3s in vital developmental areas.

Men who become fathers before they are 25 have a greater risk of dying in middle age than those who delay having children, a new study claims.

"I cried and threw up when I saw the positive pregnancy test - my life literally flashed before my eyes and I cried like I lost a giant piece of myself forever."

There are a few comments to avoid when talking to your kid-free friends. Rhonwyn Newson reveals the gems she hated to hear.

Picky eating in small children may be a sign of serious mental problems that should not be ignored, say experts.

Taking time out to clown around helps youngsters to make friends and think more creatively, researchers say.

My daughter has been called mushy, huge, enormous, gigantic, and a chunky monkey, among other things, writes Caroline Stanley.

Mother learns the dangers of breastfeeding too soon after a spray tan.

Thousands of women from around New Zealand - and the world - will take part in a mass breastfeeding event starting today.

A married lesbian couple used the same sperm donor to start a family - and are now both pregnant at the same time.

Women who want a big family should start trying for a baby by the age of 23, experts warn - and those who want two children shouldn't leave it later than 27.