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Pregnancy support
Pregnancy support
- Support services and information about pregnancy for people throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
Nationwide multiple birth clubs(external link)(external link)
Some services offered include friendly contact person to answer questions about what the club does and other services in your area, a Buddy System so you have someone to turn to for help, advice, advocacy, support or just a friendly chat, and many more.
Multiples NZ(external link)
Phone 0800 4 TWINS (0800 489 467, or email [email protected]. A community in which everyone involved with twins, triplets or higher order multiples is empowered and supported. Multiples NZ is a nationwide parent-led support network supporting families. Support through networking, education, support and advocacy.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – pregnancy services(external link)
Information for pregnant women regarding which free and subsidised maternity-related services they are eligible for.
Miscarriage Support(external link)
Phone (09) 378 4060. Provides advice regarding grieving and tips about helping others who have experienced miscarriage. Also includes books, helpful resources, personal stories, information for men, suggestions from health professionals and more.
Pregnancy Help NZ(external link)
Email [email protected]. Practical support and advice to prepare for parenthood – te tautoko me te tohutohu awhina mō te mātuatanga. Also has contact details for pregnancy help branches around NZ, frequently asked questions, news, events, pregnancy tests, counselling, drop-in centres, birthing/parenting support programs, home/hospital visits and more.
Te Rito Ora(external link)
A free community-based service that provides breastfeeding and baby feeding information and support for all mothers and babies who live in South Auckland. They can work with you from the time you find out you are pregnant until your baby is 2 years old. Phone 0800 435 723 (Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm) or email [email protected].
Well Women(external link)
Phone 021 158 8134 or email [email protected]. Well Women support women who are experiencing antenatal or postnatal distress, anxiety or any form of mental health issue. They offer a wrap around service for women in Auckland and Waikato.
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