Air travel

Jeremy Clarkson says 'Babies belong in the hold'

Jolyon Attwooll TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson has prompted a strong reaction after suggesting that children should be stashed in the luggage hold during flights.

NSW

The ultimate pregnant pause

Michelle Wranik Before the baby in a carriage comes a babymoon, writes Michelle Wranik.

Iron and your toddler

Children are at a high risk of iron deficiency. Learn about iron deficiency, recommended daily amounts, and the best sources of iron for your family.

Air travel

Baby on board: how to survive a flight with an infant

Leah McLennan offers advice for mothers flying with babies after learning her lessons the hard way.

Holiday road: a Britz and BIG4 family road trip

Leearne Hynes After recently spending some time camping on the North Coast NSW, it was time for one family to try something different. So they hired a campervan and headed off to the South Coast NSW, young child in tow ...

Baby got backpack

Belinda Jackson Dummy: check. Vegemite: check. Belinda Jackson learns the art of travelling plus one.

Blue Ivy's Croatian connection

American superstars Beyonce and Jay-Z's daughter Blue Ivy has been named an honorary citizen of the Croatian town of Hvar, after reports the couple named her for a local tree.

Review

Review: The new Ford Kuga

Margarida Fantini Introducing the Ford Kuga, the compact SUV that was designed keeping the pregnant woman in mind. And with its range of features, it will keep the whole family comfortable, happy and safe long after the baby is born.

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Japan: Family-friendly travel tips

Barry Divola Barry Divola learnt a thing or two while seeing Japan with his wife and baby. Here, he shares his travel tips.

Tokyo, Kyoto and Coco

Barry Divola Armed with lists and a stroller, Barry Divola and his wife head to Japan for 10 days, their nine-month-old in tow. Will they survive as a family unit, and get to see everything on their lengthy to-do list?

Making memories on the road

Chrissie Swan Nothing opens the mind quite like the open road – even when you've got a small child in tow, writes Chrissie Swan.

Baguettes and baby steps in Noumea

Nicola Walker After a rocky start to a family holiday, Nicola Walker found natural ancient beauty in New Caledonia's Noumea.

Bali: Family-friendly travel tips

Sheriden Rhodes Bali is a great travel destination for families with even the youngest of children. Here are some tips for making your tropical trip even easier.

Eat, play, love: Bali with littlies

Sheriden Rhodes A seasoned traveller, Sheriden Rhodes shares her knowledge of the best places to stay with kids of all ages in Bali.

Four-year-old involved in airport pat-down drama

The grandmother of a four-year-old girl who became hysterical during a security screening at a Kansas airport says that the child was forced to undergo a pat-down, with security agents yelling and calling the crying girl an uncooperative suspect.

Beachsafe

Beach safety - keeping an eye on the kids

Simple tips to keep you and your family safe at the beach.

Holidays with kids. Are we having fun yet?!

Amity Dry When I think of holidays I think of relaxing, indulgence, lazy days, sipping cocktails by the pool, leisurely shopping and long lunches and holidaying with kids is none of those things!

Air travel

Come cry with me

Flying with a toddler? Fasten your seatbelt, advises Dugald Jellie. There's a white-knuckle ride ahead.

Fiji

Castaway with kids

Sean Condon imagines a holiday sipping cocktails in a poolside hammock. His two-year-old daughter has other ideas.

Leearne Hynes

Family resort holiday: The Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove

If you are looking for a family escape away from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast that offers a little bit of luxury, then look no further than the Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove in Queensland.

FAMILY CARS

Review: All-new Ford Focus

Amber Robinson I may have upsized to a pram-friendly station wagon, but I still enjoy getting behind the wheel of a more agile beast when possible. So you could say I jumped at the opportunity to do an extended test drive of the 2012 Ford Focus Titanium Hatch recently.

Babyology recommends

Babyology looks at Sombrilla from Hollie & Harrie.

Babyology Babyology looks at the colourful Sombrilla from Hollie & Harrie - beach shelter that is gorgeous!

Fiji

Here's booking with you, kid

Baby whisperers on tap make for relaxed mothers, writes Belinda Jackson.

Product review: Jabra DRIVE Speakerphone

Leearne Hynes The easy and safe way to talk hands-free while driving: Jabra DRIVE in-car speakerphone.

Our first family car

Leearne Hynes When it comes to buying a new car there are so many things to take into consideration. When it comes to upgrading for your new baby – there are a whole lot more!

Victoria

Melbourne's King Tut

Elissa Blake Melbourne's great for couples but what about with kids? Elissa Blake spends a family weekend in the garden city, visiting the Tutankhamun exhibition.

Our trip to Lord Howe Island

Marion Turner Lord Howe Island is just under two hours flight from Sydney or Brisbane. A stay at Pinetrees lodge makes for the ultimate in relaxing family holidays.

Queensland

Fairytale comes true

Expecting bland resort cliches, Sarah Macdonald is instead won over by the tropical comforts of Dunk Island.

Drive safely these holidays

Here are some driving tips to ensure you arrive at your destination safely.

Tripologist

Sicily or Piedmont with a toddler in tow

Michael Gebicki We are travelling to Italy. Which region and towns would you recommend for a relaxing stay, with family-friendly accommodation and facilities?