Women

Pregnancy Help   (www.pregnancyhelp.org.nz)  

Providers of confidential support for pregnant women and their families. Their services include telephone support, counselling, practical assistance, equipment and clothing.

Acupressure   (www.acupuncture.rhizome.net.nz)  

Promoting natural acupressure pain relief techniques for childbrith.

Inner City Women's Group   (www.innercitywomensgroup.org.nz)  

Established in 1988 to support women experiencing family violence. Since then a wider range of programmes have been developed.

Kathy Fray   (www.kathyfray.com)  

As well as being the author of the popular title 'Oh Baby: Birth, Babies and Motherhood Uncensored', Kathy Fray is also a sought-after midwife and motherhood advisor offering inhome maternity, antenatal, birth and postnatal private assistance.

4thway Associates   (www.4thway.co.nz)  

4thway Associates believe that any person, or group of people, can have a more balanced, productive and positive experience in life. Achieve your goals and fulfil your true purpose through hypnosis healing. Offering assistance with fertility, anxiety, weight change, phobias and more.

Te Wahi Ora   (www.tewahiora.co.nz)  

Te Wahi Ora is a retreat for women at Piha near Auckland, providing accommodation, massage, counselling and other services.

Apollo Centre for Health and Wellness   (www.apollohealth.co.nz)  

A unique, community based health centre where a wide range of health professionals work together to offer the best possible care in audiology, women's health, physiotherapy, nutrition therapy and more.

Endometriosis Auckland   (www.endometriosisauckland.co.nz)  

Aim to provide the best possible service to all women with endometriosis and associated medical conditions. They offer surgical, medical, alternative and supportive therapies.

MenopauseToday   (www.menopause.co.nz)  

An easy-to-understand guide to the menopause and beyond, offering information and support. Learn how to optimise your health and quality of life during this time.

Auckland Sexual Abuse Help   (www.asah.org.nz)  

Aiming to support and empower women and children in their healing from the effects of sexual abuse/assault, and to work towards the prevention of sexual abuse/assault.

River Ridge East Birth Centre   (www.riverridgeeastbc.co.nz)  

A primary birthing facility in Hamilton, for women having a low risk birth, where women can enjoy a relaxing stay and get to know their baby in a homely environment.

New Zealand Breasts   (www.busty.co.nz)  

An online support community and information site for New Zealand women whose lives are affected by breast size.

Birthcare   (www.birthcare.co.nz)  

Provides maternity care every mother and baby deserves through pregnancy and parenting education. Facility and midwifery support for labour and birth and post natal in-patient care.

NZ-Surrogacy   (www.nz-surrogacy.com)  

This is a fun and friendly online support group for New Zealanders who are interested in surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation and adoption.

Pregnancy Counselling Services   (www.pcs.org.nz)  

Providing counselling and support services to pregnant women and to those who have been affected by adoption or abortion.

Red Rag (www.redrag.co.nz)  

Providing alternative menstrual products, including cloth pads and menstrual cups. Save money and help the planet and your body.

Granulosa Cell Tumour Foundation   (www.gctf.org.nz)  

An organisation providing information and support to those suffering from Granulosa Cell Tumours, a rare form of ovarian cancer.

Bethany Centre   (www.bethanycentre.org.nz)  

Bethany Centre provides parenting education and is a safe haven for young pregnant women and their babies. A comfortable, confidential place where you will receive care, support and assistance both before and after the baby is born.

Maternity Matters   (www.maternitymatters.co.nz)  

Offering professional midwifery care, along with the services of obstetricians and paediatricians. This service is free and includes 24 hour support.

Article : Beating the Pregnancy Blues (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/family/beating-the-pregnancy-blues.html)  

Tired and impatient with your pregnancy? Read our pregnancy tips and solutions to stave off boredom and restlessness. From at-home baking to movie dates, leisurely lunches and gardening, there's a cure for the pregnancy blues to suit you.

Article : Coping with Pregnancy Tiredness (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/family/coping-with-pregnancy-tiredness.html)  

Finding pregnancy tiredness or fatigue is getting you down? Whether you're on the way to motherhood or you're a new mother, there are many ways to ensure you get a good night's sleep and to reduce the impact of tiredness, fatigue and insomnia.

Article : Fertility (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/family/fertility.html)  

Having a baby isn't always easy: find out about infertility treatments and ways to improve your fertility for successful ovulation, conception and pregnancy.

Article : Preparing for Labour (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/family/preparing-for-labour.html)  

Be prepared for the arrival of your new family-member! Packing your baby bag - with essentials for mother and baby - and making plans for getting to the hospital, will save you time and stress when your big moment arrives.

Baby 4 You   (www.baby4you.co.nz)  

Supplying thousands of New Zealand couples with high quality, affordable home based fertility products, practical information and support.

Look Good Feel Better   (www.lookgoodfeelbetter.co.nz)  

A free service to help women with cancer deal with appearance-related changes from treatment.