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Drinking Cup with Lid? Does anyone have one that is not used anymore?

Started by Mikkelsen Family in Learning & Resources. Last reply by Jason and Sally 16 hours ago. 10 Replies

Hi,  I understand I should not be using a sippy cup with my little 11 month old.  Does anyone have a drinking cup with handles and a lid that they found was useful to help teach their child to drink?  I would be very happy to buy it second hand.  I…Continue

DS and Heart!!

Started by Kylee Walsh in Feelings & Emotional Support. Last reply by Mikkelsen Family 17 hours ago. 15 Replies

Hi there, Was just wanting to know if anyone out there has a Bubba with DS and a relatively serious heart condition. Our wee girl had her heart op at 3 weeks old, she is now 3 months. Charli has one of the most serious heart issues you can get. I…Continue

Respite carer available

Started by Judith Godwin in Off Topic!. Last reply by masina poihegatama May 23. 1 Reply

Hi all,I have a very good friend who now lives in Pakaranga and is available for respite care or such like.  Janine used to have Tane every Saturday for me so I could attend sports with my other children.  He loved going to her house and always…Continue

Nanny advice

Started by Zubayr Zaman in Feelings & Emotional Support. Last reply by Chrissie van Hof May 21. 4 Replies

I am thinking of returning to work (part time). Hannah will only be six months so it will depend on sorting childcare. I want her looked after at home by a nanny, but don't know the best way about finding one. Does anyone have any experience of or…Continue

Positive Communication and Literacy Outcomes for All Children - running throughout NZ (free 4 parents)

Started by Amanda Hall in Learning & Resources. Last reply by Amanda Hall May 19. 2 Replies

Hi everyone, Just letting you know about this course.  You can get info and register at the link below. …Continue

Share Your Stories With Us

Started by Sharon in Off Topic! May 18. 0 Replies

Share Your Stories With UsAfternoon folks! This is a call to anyone with story ideas, pictures or leads for the winter edition of the NZDSA Journal. We'll be looking at fun things like the Budget and what impact our government's financial decisions…Continue

Tags: photos, ageing, stories, journal, budget

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Zariah's Heart Surgery

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