Maori and Pasifika

Below are links to some resources for Maori and Pacific Island families that you might choose to access during conception, pregnancy, or after the birth of your baby.  

Te Puawai Tapu
Kaupapa Maori organisation that specialises in sexual health and fertility based in Wellington (but they give advice over the phone/email) 

Hauora Waikato Maori Mental Health Services
Hamilton-based kaupapa Maori organisation providing mental health services to all in the community, including rehabilitation etc 

Kirikiriroa Family Services Trust (Hamilton)
Home-based visiting service with a focus on health, social and educational outcomes of baby
Can be accessed from 2nd trimester of pregnancy up to 12 months after birth 

Te Runanga  O Kirikiriroa (Hamilton)
Focus on holistic wellbeing and iwi health, quit-smoking programmes, parenting education, information, advice, support etc 

Hapu Wananga Antenatal Classes
Free kaupapa Maori labour, birth, and parenting programme designed for young pregnant women and their families/whanau 

K'aute Pasifika Trust  (Hamilton)
Health services, social services, disability services, education training and information for Pacific Island people 

Tongan Society Incorporated 
Hamilton-based but covers wider Waikato
Social support services for Pacific Island families