Birth Ed

We want to acknowledge all that were a part of our fabulous team over the years! Thank you for your life changing work.

Unfortunately, the new funding proposal was offered at approximately one quarter of what we’d been previously funded, for general education purposes. We are unable to continue to provide our services at this reduced funding level.
We are very supportive of the increase of funding given to Māori and Pacifika women. However, we are particularly concerned that women under 24 years, who had specific funding previously, are no longer being funded for.
We are very sorry that we are another loss to the birthing community of the Hutt Valley. From our experience, we know we have many vulnerable women who need our services and we are heartbroken that these women are no longer being accounted for.

A quick reality check of priorities!

We're just a few days away from Your Breastfeeding Masterclass! Do you want to feel ready to breastfeed your baby? A 3-hr online course on September 4th. Learn more about breastfeeding, to get equipped and feel more prepared.
Register here: http://www.birthed.co.nz/courses/breastfeeding-your-baby/

Your breath is an incredible tool for relaxing your nervous system and calming your mind. There is a lot of stress and anxiety around at the moment and it's so easy to get swept up in it.
Take a simple 2 minutes to yourself right now. Relax and follow these steps.

What if I go into labour in Level 4? It's important to speak with your midwife about all of your questions.

This is a great resource if you have more questions -https://www.midwife.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/FAQ-for-women.-Midwifery-care-for-women-who-are-staying-at-home-and-social-distancing-during-Alert-Levels-3-and-4.-24.4.20.pdf

What do you need to know to be prepared for your labour and birth? Our 5-week ‘Your Birth Essentials’ antenatal course, is an informative and fun way to learn just that - ‘the Essentials’.

We have lots of classes coming up, there's a spot for you! 6th September & 6th October

Register here: http://www.birthed.co.nz/course-catalogue-21-your-birth-essentials/

If you're feeling tension in your shoulders right now, roll them back and take a deep belly breath. You can do this mama!

You'd be surprised how often we see that a calm baby if often the reflection of a calm mama. Our baby's are so intuitive and sensitive to our emotions and mental state.

What's the best baby gift you received?

Do you want to learn, from a fully trained Red Cross Instructor, how you can save your baby's life? Come along to our 'Keeping Your Baby Safe' course, to gain the confidence and skills you need to respond to your baby in an emergency.
We have space available on our 3-hr Saturday course, the 18th September, 1.30-4.30pm!
Register here: https://www.birthed.co.nz/course-catalogue/5-keeping-your-baby-safe/

Pregnant through Level 4? Here's what you need to know. For more information visit - https://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/diseases-and-conditions/covid-19-novel-coronavirus/covid-19-information-specific-audiences/covid-19-information-pregnant-women-and-those-who-have-recently-given-birth