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Support after the birth (postnatal)Thames Hauraki Parents CentreParents Centre is a nationwide voluntary organisation that provides quality services to parents, such as childbirth and parenting education, support and advocacy, among other services. The centre also has a library service and discounted baby products.Phone: 07 869 2029 Antenatal classes: 07 869 2029 (see in Support before the birth) La Leche LeaguePregnant women and mothers can attend monthly informal support meetings. Discussions include the benefits of breastfeeding, getting breastfeeding off to a good start, avoiding difficulties and starting solids. Accredited leaders are also available by phone for information and support or home visits if needed. Contact leaders for advice on meeting location, dates and times.Thames:
Waihi:
Thames Women’s Resource CentreFor the health, wellbeing and support of the women and children of our community. The centre’s services include clothing cottage (free clothing); charity shop; library resources; information resources; breastfeeding and child changing spaces; bathroom/laundry facilities; kitchen facilities; counselling and support services including Young Mothers Group and self esteem; co dependency; addiction/substance abuse; sexual issues; health and nutrition courses.Phone: 07 868 9797 Young Mothers GroupThis is a support group for young or teen mums, or pregnant youth. This is a great opportunity for learning, socialising, and to meet others and to share experiences, skills and knowledge.Wednesdays 10am-12noon at Thames Baptist Centre Phone: 07 868 6274 Breastfeeding clinicHeld at Thames Maternity Unit, run by a lactation consultant for women with breastfeeding problems. Referral from midwife/health care provider is required.Phone 07 868 6009 for an appointment Well Child/Tamariki Ora providersWell Child/ Tamariki Ora is a schedule that helps keep track of the health promotion, education, clinical assessment and whānau/family support for your child from birth to five years.Plunket (Well Child provider) Plunket is New Zealand’s largest Well Child provider. Locations:
Public Health Nurses (Well Child provider) This service provides support to families/whanau, commencing at discharge from midwifery services on or about six weeks of age to five years. This free service for babies, toddlers, preschoolers includes home or clinic visits with public health nurses in Coromandel, Collville, Whitianga, Tairua, and Pauanui. To access this service contact:
Te Korowai Hauora O Hauraki (Well Child provider)
BCG VaccinationIn special circumstances, this vaccination is required. Your midwife will know if you need a referral.Please contact Wendy King, Public Health Nurse 07 868 550 ext 8886 or 021 341 845, for further information. CAPS HaurakiCAPS Hauraki is a community agency based in Thames and Paeroa and servicing the wider Hauraki area. We have a focus on working in partnership with families to find solutions and/or strategies to prevent child abuse.CAPS Hauraki believes that the well-being of the child is linked to the well-being of the family. We work to enhance the environment of the child by offering support to the family as a whole. CAPS Hauraki is a free service. CAPS Hauraki offers services in these main areas:
Phone: 07 868 8644 or 07 862 6134 Fax: 07 868 8685 Email: capsthames@capshauraki.co.nz Strengthening familiesCoordinated support for families/whanau with children under 17 years, who are working with two or more government or community agencies. Their goal is to improve the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of children and young people within families.
Other useful contactsMultiple Birth Club (Hamilton) Assists multiple birth parents by providing support and encouragement, relevant information and the chance to meet and talk with other parents of multiple births.
Car seat hire
Breast pump hire
Lactation consultants
Thames Toy Library Playgroup: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9.30am-11.30am.Phone: 07 868 6274 Parents as First Teachers (PAFT) How does PAFT work?Trained educators will provide:
Phone: 07 868 8644 or 07 862 6134 Fax: 07 868 8685 Email: capsthames@capshauraki.co.nz |