Our Resources
Free Introduction to Matrescence Guide
This free guide provides an introduction to what matrescence is to help normalise your transition to motherhood.
Free
Postpartum Plan
To plan for your postpartum journey, including areas like support, nutrition, wellbeing, sleep, and relationships, check out our free Postpartum Plan eBook.
For any questions relating to the health of you, your family or your baby please discuss with:
Midwife
Plunket line 24/7 for parenting help and support 0800 933 922 (drop in times and appointments)
Doctor/GP
Healthline for health advice and information 0800 611 116
For other support options, such as mental health, finance, sleep, and parenting support, we recommend the following websites:
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Baby Sleep with Ainslee
Holistic sleep support for families to feel more rested without any sleep training or cry it out strategies. Focusing on sleep in a way that's aligned with biologically normal infant sleep & respects attachment, brain development, the infant-parent dyad & mental health.
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Liberty Physio
Based in Christchurch.
Providing individualised care for antenatal, postnatal, men's and women's pelvic health no matter what stage of life you are in. Creating a comfortable environment to allow open discussions on topics that can be difficult to talk about. -
MHERC
The Mental Health Education and Resource Centre (MHERC) provides information, education and professional development 'about' and 'for' mental health, addiction and wellbeing. MHERC provides this service for anyone who is affected by mental illness.
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Perinatal Wellbeing Canterbury
Perinatal Wellbeing Canterbury provides support, advocacy and awareness to help manage and minimise mental wellbeing challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth and parenting during the first 2,000 days (pregnancy to 5 years).
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Natal Care Naturally
Drug-free pain relief before, during and after childbirth including TENS machine hire and a range of natural products to support your wellbeing.
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Little Bird Lactation
Kate is a Registered Nurse and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant based in Christchurch, New Zealand. She helps families succeed by providing expert, realistic and supportive information on feeding and supporting your little one.
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Dr Beth's Baby Clinic
Dr Beth is a specialist GP with extended role in breastfeeding medicine, she provides evidence based infant feeding support for parents and babies.
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Kiwi Dads Christchurch
Kiwi Dads is designed to encourage, inspire, and inform Dads in their role as a parent.
As a Community Development Worker, I am available to meet with Dads to simply chat, support, and encourage them in their role as a Dad. I’ll even shout a coffee. I bring a listening ear and a few years of experience as a parent to understand the challenges and offer any advice that may help.