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Services

Families/whānau can self-refer by calling or emailing us. Referrals can also come via your GP, Plunket Nurse, Midwife, Perinatal Mental Health or Mothercraft.

Services We Offer

We know being a new parent and raising a family can be hard. Whether you are feeling down, lost, or anxious or want support with mothercrafting or simply want to branch out and meet others like yourself, we are here to support you in your journey. 

Our friendly team cater for a range of needs or difficulties you may be experiencing. Our experienced Health Professionals provide education, guidance and support for any concerns you may have, whether it is your first or your fifth baby.

Our highly experienced nursing staff provide practical and non-judgemental guidance, education and support on a number of parenting concerns, including:

A full list of our services

  • Feeding concerns, breast and bottle

  • Reflux

  • Perinatal anxiety and support

  • Low weight gains

  • Introduction to solids

  • Dairy intolerances/allergies

  • Sleep concerns and unsettledness

  • Adjustment to motherhood

  • Introduction to the bottle (including if mum is returning to work)

  • Toddler behaviour and it's many challenges

  • Basic mothercrafting

  • Any other concerns

To arrange a consultation, call or email us

07 834 2036 or help@waikatofamilycentre.co.nz

We offer support with:

  • Introduction to bottle (including if mum is returning to work) 

  • Introduction to solids 

  • Unsettled babies 

  • Low or no weight gains 

  • Mothercrafting skills 

  • Perinatal anxiety or depression 

  • Sleep and settling concerns 

  • Toddler behaviour 

  • Bottle and breastfeeding support 

  • Reflux concerns 

Education Classes can include:

  • Question and Answer Sessions 

  • Baby Movement and Massage 

  • Pelvic Floor class 

  • Baby CPR course

  • Dads support group 

Pelvic Floor Classes

We offer valuable group sessions which is coached be a professional Physiotherapist with a specialty in assisting women with the recovery of their Pelvic Floor following the birth of their baby. Follow us on Facebook to see when we post a class. 

Mumz and Bubz Coffee Group

Sometimes a good coffee and a chat is what you need to make your week that little bit brighter. Meet fellow parents, connect with other mums, and make long-term friendships with our Mumz and Bubz Coffee Group! Follow us on Facebook to see when we will hold the next coffee group at the centre. 

W.A.I Hapori Programme

Guiding, educating and supporting families/whanau of the community in their parenting journey, the Waikato Family Centre in conjunction with Friendship House in Huntly has developed the W.A.I Hapori parenting programme. Contact Friendship House to find out when our registered nurse will be in Huntly. 

 

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