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Celebrating Autism

Speaking the truth, being non-judgmental, being passionate and not getting caught up in social expectations are attributes most of us aspire to, but often struggle with. For those on the autism spectrum, it’s just how they are. We talk to four inspiring individuals for whom celebrating autism is an everyday practice.

Enjoy a Healthier Easter

Stop any chocolate-induced stomach cramps, or the kids from bouncing off the walls this Easter, with these handy tips.

Angelina Jolie tells kids “different is good”

Angelina Jolie’s acceptance speech for ‘favourite villain’ was all about accepting our differences. And it was brilliant.

Love after loss: navigating through grief

When a person loses a partner the physical connection is severed but the emotional connection can live on.

Autism changed my life

Having a child with autism was the catalyst for Tanya Catterell to step off the corporate ladder and into a fulfilling career.

New study reveals that early introduction to Peanuts could reduce risk of allergy

New studies reveal important advancements towards the reduction of peanut allergies.

Kids reenact secenes from 2015 Oscar nominated films

Take a look as these adorable kids reenact scenes from the 2015 Oscar nominated films for Best Picture.

Fatal distraction: another child dies after being forgotten in the backseat of a car

A NZ toddler’s tragic death in the backseat of a car has us looking at ways to stop these preventable tragedies.

Kids in the Kitchen

Get the kids in the kitchen this holidays with our tried and tested fun and fresh recipes. They’ll love getting their hands dirty!

Edible Gift Tags

Give presents a personal touch with these delightful, edible gift tags.

Drowning: the hidden childhood killer

What claims more than 300,000 children’s lives each year – more than tuberculosis or measles?

It’s a Paddington Christmas at The Langham Auckland

The whole family will enjoy the delightful Paddington-themed Christmas afternoon at The Langham Auckland.

Can broccoli curb symptoms of autism?

Researchers have found that broccoli could bring us a step closer to treating autism.

Prince Harry wins small hearts at 2014 WellChild Awards

Britain’s Prince Harry is winning hearts again, this time at the 10th annual WellChild Awards in London.

Pope marries couples who have cohabited, had children

The Catholic Church’s latest push to be more inclusive sees the Pope marry couples who already live together and have children.

10 of the most dangerous journeys to school

From tightropes to precarious bridges to steel cables, some kids around the world go to extreme lengths to get to class.

Licence to shoot – Should Children be allowed to handle firearms?

While the answer seems obvious enough, a recent fatal shooting in Arizona by a nine-year-old girl has left us wondering what sort of parents would let a child handle a submachine gun?

Children’s eye health – the essential check list

Qualified Orthoptist Handan Otay shares preventative eye health tips for children that every parent must read.

Pope takes “selfie” with Catholic youth

With “selfies” and hugs, Pope Francis connects with Asian youth in South Korea.

Kids who head the ball during soccer could end up with brain damage

A British neuroscientist believes that children should be banned from heading the ball during soccer as it could lead to skull damage.

Kids go mad for football in Rio

In and around the Brazilian capital – on beaches, in slums and in alleys – kids are kicking footballs in the hopes of one day playing for their country.

Early life stress impacts brain development

Stress experienced in early life could change a child’s brain development.

How young is too young for sex education?

A US school district plans to offer condoms to students as young as 11-years-old as part of an updated sex education policy.

Children as young as five comfort eat when anxious

Kids as young as five are eating comfort foods to combat anxiety or heightened emotions, a Belgian study has found.

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