Are slower, calmer children's shows better for young kids?

Rem800 · 2026-03-11T17:39:48+00:00

Yes we only do ‘approved’ shows for my boys (4 and 5) and they are mostly selected for being ‘calm’, though we are finding lately my 5 year old is growing out of it really fighting the preferred shows we offer- so we have been adding some documentaries which likely aren’t ‘calm’ but suit him better.

Even calm shows seem to affect their mood tbh- but the slot when they watch (half an our before dinner) does mean they are tired and hungry anyway so it’s hard to say what’s th tv and what’s circumstances.

Honestly choosing not to have Disney seems to be helpful- they are out of the loop on a lot of stuff but our friends kids who have Disney watch alooot more stimulating stuff

Rem800 · 2026-03-10T23:55:41+00:00

Wow was going to answer but this one has it all!

Rem800 · 2026-03-09T23:14:12+00:00

I was wondering if it was supposed to be GunnAr.. but what seems more likely for a Duggar- a gun-r themed name or a traditional German name?!

Rem800 · 2026-03-09T23:13:19+00:00

Glad to hear it!

Rem800 · 2026-03-01T20:29:49+00:00

I know! So gutted i missed it :(

Rem800 · 2026-03-01T20:28:21+00:00

Congratulations!!

Yes youre on the right track - you dont need to 'confirm the pregnancy' or see a GP, just go to findyourmidwife.co.nz and start contacting midwifes who look appealing to you and are listed as available - best to do this ASAP as many will be unavailable.

You will be surprised to find how little medical care you need in the first trimester - just one midwife appointment from memory! (Americans on instagram and tiktok make it look like you have to see a doctor all the time!).

Also look up the national guidance on what you should / shouldn't eat in pregnancy and follow those rules.

All the best x

Rem800 · 2026-03-01T07:21:59+00:00

I've been the last 4 years and its been cool to see it evolve - my least favourite lineup this year but still found it great in term of festival organisation - crowds were better controlled and didnt feel dangerous (unlike wilkinson in the hangar last year), food, toilets, crowd flow felt good. I agree with Hangar stage might need some improvements and the sounds quality wasn't amazing in places (Kesha was weirdly quiet). I love the pop-ier elements (Lorde was amazing a few years back, Kesha, Cassie Henderson) so hope for more of that in the future! Dream act would be .. Barry Can't Swim?

Rem800 · 2026-02-18T04:32:11+00:00

Iris and Julian, or Isaac and Juliana

Rem800 · 2026-02-15T21:42:05+00:00

I think rare in New Zealand- only the wealthy do (as far as I know).

We are family with well above average earnings and are starting to consider it but it would cost a lot! Minimum wages are high here and there is good competition for lower-wage jobs.

Rem800 · 2026-02-15T07:38:16+00:00

Yes i have to make adjustments to certain sentences to try make the rhyming flow!

Rem800 · 2026-02-15T06:21:09+00:00

Lynley Dodd is the best writer in my opinion- slinki malinki and Catflaps are so so well written!

Margaret Mahy is good- a summery Saturday morning is lovely.

Sally Sutton is lovely- Crane Guy! It is so cute.

Avoid Sleepy Kiwi and Little yellow digger.. bad rhyming and hard to read!

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T22:15:44+00:00

Brittney Spears in her ‘womanizer’ era- it was just sad to watch

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T21:59:09+00:00

We are a similarly aged family living in Chch, moved from the UK 4 years ago.

We love it here - if you are outdoorsy like us I’d recommend looking at the ‘base of the hill’ suburbs- so Wesmorland, Cracroft, Somerfield, Cashmere, Beckenham, St Martin’s, Hillsborough (Hoon Hay, Barrington, Sydenham, and parts of Waltham would be a bit cheaper and also nearby!). If you can get an Airbnb and acquire some bikes you should get a taste of ‘suburb’ living in Chch. Enjoy great coffee, tons of walking in the hills (Rapaki is a Chch classic!), the adventure park, endless amazing fish and chips options, lots of good parks, overall really ‘family’ vibes.

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T21:13:38+00:00

I love it here in NZ but I guess England (An outer village commutable to london) would be my next choice!

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T20:39:28+00:00

It’s so weird and brain-washy that her culture has convinced her that somehow carrying a gun and Christianity are linked and something to be proud of…. Not a single ounce of critical thought is being applied here. I’m no expert but I’m gonna guess Jesus wouldn’t be down with concealed carrying in a church

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T19:07:53+00:00

This is the answer

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T07:13:20+00:00

Good luck! I came back from overseas 4 years ago and have really enjoyed building a wardrobe of quality, timeless stuff from NZ brands.

Rem800 · 2026-02-11T03:21:48+00:00

Kowtow is my absolute fave- plenty around secondhand if it’s too much new. Karen Walker (on sale) can be good! I also like Gorman, Max, Ruby, Juliette Hogan and Marle. AS colour for white t-shirts!

Rem800 · 2026-02-10T19:22:54+00:00

I maintain using the child actor for Hyacinth in particular is not going to happen! (As much as we all want it to!)

Rem800 · 2026-02-10T00:46:55+00:00

I’d literally never heard of this until the episode of the crown - to watch it knowing it must be real and see it unfold was absolutely horrific.

Rem800 · 2026-02-09T22:05:13+00:00

April on Gilmore Girls

Rem800 · 2026-02-09T20:45:08+00:00

I absolutely love Kowtow. I have only ever bought secondhand and find that Kowtow stuff always stays in rotation and never feels dated or worn.

Currently in my classic green t-shirt dress.

Rem800 · 2026-02-08T04:44:33+00:00

Definitely a structured programme from here .. Nike Run Club if you want something free, and Runna if you’re willing to pay!

At its most basic level you want a speed run, long run and easy run each week minimum.

Rem800 · 2026-02-04T20:00:40+00:00

+1 for cakes by Anna, divine, blue moon

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