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The topic this issue

We asked our readers what support element they received after having their baby meant the most to them. Thank you to everyone who shared with us – it was lovely seeing people tag family and friends in their posts and thanking them too!

Winner

“A great friends network and antenatal group from the Parents Centre to share experiences and things with along the way. Helps so much to talk about what everyone is going through and realise you are not alone in that newborn stage!” Kate Mctavish

Our Parents Centre Aotearoa classes equip expecting parents with everything they need to know during pregnancy, birth and beyond. However, nothing can compare to real, hands-on support after the birth of a baby.

runners up

“My mum and my husband were such great support for me, especially with my first baby (who was born by C-section so I was limited). Mum came to stay for a few days and helped my hubby with the things I couldn’t do. It was a godsend and I felt really blessed to have two such supportive people nearby.” Melissa Yule

Our favourite response has won a complete set of the Natural Instincts prize pack – formulated with the finest plant-derived ingredients, certified organic extracts, and pure essential oils to nourish and rejuvenate your skin. “The support of family and friends and reassurance from our midwife when we had challenges. Knowing we’re not alone.” Laura Titjen

“People who brought us food! My MIL made me porridge the first mornings back at home. Awesome after nights with very little sleep.” Joanna Zwaagdyk

Get involved by heading to our website parentscentre.org.nz or following us on social media. There’s a prize to be won for one lucky contributor, announced in each issue of KiwiParent.

Member benefits

Parents Centre Aotearoa member benefits

Huggies

Attendees of CBE (Antenatal) classes, Baby and You and toilet training programmes get a Huggies gift pack. Phone: 0800 733 703 www.huggies.co.nz

Philips Avent

Attendees of CBE (Antenatal) classes and Baby and You get breast pad samples and breastfeeding information. Phone: 0800 104 401 www.philips.co.nz/AVENT

Naturo Pharm

Attendees of CBE (antenatal) classes and all Parents Centre Aotearoa members get 30% off their first order of homeopathic remedies. www.naturopharm.co.nz/

Resene

Various discounts on decorating supplies and paints with Parents Centre Aotearoa membership card. www.resene.co.nz

0800 222 966 / www.babyonthemove.co.nz

Baby On The Move

20% off car seat hire, selected buggies and cots for all Parents Centre Aotearoa members. Phone: 0800 222 966 www.babyonthemove.co.nz

The Baby Factory

Regular Parents Centre Aotearoa member discount days offering 20% off all stock including sale items. www.babyfactory.co.nz

Talking Matters

A campaign to get everyone talking with babies and young children under three years. www.talkingmatters.org.nz

Strategic partners

Parenting Place

parentingplace.nz

Birthing Centre

A free service to women of all ages whose pregnancy is considered lowrisk primary care. www.birthingcentre.co.nz

The Sleep Store

25% off Beco and Boba carriers plus 20% off other selected items, which are regularly updated. www.thesleepstore.co.nz content/parentscentre

SplashSave

43% discount off a water safety education pack for all Parents Centre Aotearoa members. www.splashsave.org

Partner with us!

If you want to partner with Parents Centre Aotearoa, or would like to discuss how this may work for your business, contact Catherine at c.short@parentscentre.org.nz