Family Press Releases

Procter & Gamble Launches Global ‘Thank You Mum’ Campaign in Celebration of 100 days to go until the London 2012 Olympic Games

Media mum urges others to join her in fight against global killer with the launch of the Vicks Breathe for Life Project. This initiative sees Procter & Gamble brand Vicks partner with Save the Children to reduce child deaths from pneumonia.

New Zealand mothers are feeling guilty about the amount of time they spend with their children due to a range of other pressures in life. A new report from Procter & Gamble says many Kiwi mums have to take time out to maintain their sanity.

A fabulous NEW cloth nappy brand that launched in New Zealand in early 2012. ones&twos modern cloth nappies have been especially designed for busy parents – a nappy that’s on in seconds, offers exceptional value, and is created with quality environmentally friendly products.

The WotWots www.wotwots.com has today released a top new app for kids, “Pocket SpottyWot”, a fun and interactive exploration experience suitable for iPhone and iPad use and is now available on iTunes globally, http://itunes.apple.com/app/id487949544, for an affordable $0.99 USD.

easyDNA New Zealand offers a new gender test using a simple urine sample from the mother. This latest gender prediction test has been described as a “superior” and is being marketed under the brand KnowtheGender.

Waikato rugby stars will be on hand next month when Domino’s Pizza in Hillcrest thanks its customers in style.

August is Family History Month and the NZ Society of genealogists is celebrating by helping New Zealanders to trace their family history. There are lots of events on around NZ to assist people to begin their journey to find their ancestors.

The West End production of the monster hit children’s tale The Gruffalo returns to New Zealand’s North Island this August and September for an extensive 12 centre tour.

Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Sylvester The Cat, names we can easily recall from happy childhood memories, now you can bring these characters to life for your own kids each time you buy your groceries!

2010 and the start of 2011 have been incredible for Scouting in Taupo. More and more young people are realising the benefit of joining our Movement and are experiencing the vast range of fantastic opportunities that we have to offer.

The South Waikato District Counci has posted signs promoting smoke free playgrounds.

The appearance of the star cluster Matariki (Pleiades) is the signal for the Maori New Year to begin. Carter Observatory is celebrating Matariki with activities throughout June.

John Key has stated that Budget 2011 will include changes to KiwiSaver, Working for Families, and student loans to ensure they remain affordable in the future. Budget 2011 will ensure growth is built on the foundation of savings, exports and productive investment.

Do you remember the liberating feeling of running barefoot in your backyard as a kid? Children inherently understand the benefits of being barefoot whether it is better balance, enhanced sensory perception or just the liberating feeling of the ground beneath their feet. Unfortunately, outdoor debris and other hazards have forced parents to put traditional shoes on their children—casting their feet at an early age. By popular demand, Vibram® has designed a line of FiveFingers® footwear so our younger friends can experience the same benefits their parents have been raving about for years.

Christchurch mum Tash Page is spearheading a unique new effort to show parents the positive side of cloth nappies – via video entries from real mums and dads who use cloth rather than disposables.

The Ministry of Health has released guidance on infant feeding during emergencies for parents and caregivers.

Little Kickers is the largest provider of pre-school football (soccer) in the U.K. for children aged 18months – 7 years. After much anticipation Little Kickers arrives in West Auckland.

The Great Lake Taupō Cultural Festival; a two-day multi-cultural event at the Unison Amphitheatre this Waitangi weekend, will be a haven of delicious ethnic foods and locally produced wines according to organisers.

Itti bitti have been nominated in the best modern cloth nappy category in the OhBaby! Awards.