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How I did it: Ele Quigan on having two kids in quick succession
Ele Quigan shares how she and her husband navigated the finances of having two kids within 15 months
How I did it: Mela Lush on becoming a founder on parental leave
Mela Lush shares her experience jumping into entrepreneurship from parental leave
Should you return to paid work after parental leave?
kōura and Crayon on what to consider if you’re debating returning to paid work
The unexpected costs of having a child in New Zealand
kōura and Crayon on why an emergency fund becomes even more critical for parents
The cost of raising a child by age and stage
kōura and Crayon on the biggest expenses at each age and stage - and what you can do about it.
How I did it: Andrew on becoming a financial mentor
How Andrew became a financial mentor to help Kiwis with money troubles
Crayon Conversations: raising financially responsible kids
How to teach your child core money concepts
Find your family home: A wish list for parents
A list of things you might not have valued in a family home before you had kids
How I did it: Pene on investing for her son’s future
How Pene started investing for her child
Hidden costs of pregnancy: Pelvic floor injuries
Pelvic floor injuries 101 and ACC changes that have improved coverage for women
How I did it: Steph on spending habits during parental leave
How Steph changed her spending behaviour
Crayon Conversations: Money conversations with your partner
How to have those oh-so-tricky money conversations with your partner
Crayon Conversations: the cost of childcare
How to find the right childcare option for your family - and what it will cost you
How to have that flexible working conversation with your employer
A step-by-step conversation guide by Dr Ellen Joan Ford, founder of #workschoolhours
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