Kirsty Otoka, Registered Midwife

01/07/2025

🔥🔥🔥No more spaces whaanau🔥🔥🔥

Are you hapū?

Kurawaka Hapū Wānanga - come and see us - Sunday 20th July 2025 in Kirikiriroa Hamilton

Only 14 spaces available for hapū māmā and whānau, so get in quick. Link to register below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3pZ-KvzQbrOm2CWRibqPdeb9e0etHaBbYfMc4bVChXpHbCA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=106283228293924593866

02/05/2025

09/08/2024

06/08/2024

Antenatal Classes | if you've been thinking of coming along here are our dates and current availability for the rest year...

▻ Monday's with Jess: Aug 26th - Sep 16th, 6.30-8.30pm, 4 spaces
▻ Saturday Sep 7th with Ren: 9.00-5.00pm, 3 spaces
▻ Monday's with Jess: Sep 23rd - Oct 14th, 6.30-8.30pm, 6 spaces
▻ Saturday Oct 5th with Ren: 9.00-5.00pm, 6 spaces
▻ Monday's with Jess: Oct 28th - Nov 18th, 6.30-6.30pm, 7 spaces
▻ Saturday Nov 2nd with Ren: 9.00-5.00pm, 3 spaces
▻ Monday's with Jess: Nov 25th - Dec 16th, 6.30-8.30pm, 8 spaces
▻ Saturday Dec 14th with Ren: 9.00-5.00pm, 6 spaces

You can learn more and book at - https://www.waterfordbc.co.nz/antenatal-classes

06/08/2024

Hey Dad's

Brendan Smith is back again to share his tales, to help and entertain you.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP via the link below on EventPronto

https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/event5223

Join us as we welcome Brendon, a dedicated father who has walked the path of fatherhood with passion and dedication. When Brendon found himself approaching 40 and stepping into the role of an at-home dad, he experienced firsthand the joys and challenges of parenting alongside his wife.

Brendon's journey led him to become deeply involved in supporting dads across New Zealand. He's a key figure in organizations like the Father and Child Trust, PADA, and GreatFathers Mana Matua. Currently working with Parent to Parent, Brendon hosts the Papa Aroha Dads Connect sessions via Zoom every Wednesday night.

At this event, Brendon will share his insights, experiences, and wisdom gained from his journey as a father. He's here to offer support, lend an ear, and provide valuable ideas to dads of all ages and stages in their parenting journey.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with other dads, share stories, and gain invaluable support in your role as a parent. Whether you're seeking advice, camaraderie, or simply a chance to unwind, this evening is for you! Celebrate fatherhood together at the Waikato Family Centre.

Pizza and non-alcoholic drinks provided.

06/08/2024

Our midwife Alys decorated this cute window while she was on night shift - we’re so lucky to have Alys, she is a lactation consultant too and goes above and beyond to give women the best start with their breastfeeding journey. She also runs a lactation clinic on Friday, you can book a consult with her via our website. Thank you Alys 🤱🏽

https://www.waterfordbc.co.nz/lactation-consultant

06/08/2024

Acupuncture is a great way to help prepare your body whilst pregnant and prior to giving birth! It can help alleviate morning sickness, reduce stress and anxiety, relieve back and pelvic pain, and promote better sleep 💤🤰

24/07/2024

YOUR POSTNATAL STAY | frequently asked questions answered...

1. How long can I stay? If you birth with us you are entitled to 3 nights stay otherwise you can stay with us for 2 nights.
2. Can someone stay with me? Yes you are allowed one support person to stay with you.
3. Does it cost? No, it is free to stay with us.
4. How do I book? Your LMC or the hospital will book your stay with us, you cannot book it yourself.
5. Is there a criteria to stay? Yes, you and your baby both need to be well and low risk to stay with us.
6. Do you cater to dietary requirements? Yes, we have an in-house Chef and do our best to cater to dietary requirements. We do recommend bringing your own snacks. Partners can purchase lunch and dinner off our website and enjoy a simple breakfast between 8-10am in our whanau lounge.
7. What should I bring with me? Nappies, wipes, pads and pain relief are supplied. Bring cosy clothing, toiletries and your favourite snacks with you.
8. Can I have visitors? Yes of course, our visiting hours are 1pm-8pm allowing mothers to sleep in.
9. How many postnatal rooms are there? We have 8 postnatal rooms.
10. Can we choose between single or king beds? We have both on offer but unfortunately you cannot choose. We do our best to allocate the electric single beds to women who have had caesarean-sections but this isn’t always possible.

26/04/2024

At last! We can introduce our new team, offering help with breastfeeding throughout the Waikato.
Kelly - Piako, Hauraki and Raglan
Lasa - South Waikato
Karen - North Waikato and Hamilton
Alana - Waipa and Maniapoto
Ava - Hamilton city

Ask your midwife or well child nurse for a referral, txt us directly on 027 247 9379, pm this page, or email at waiuwaikato@waikatodhb.health.nz

This is a free, publicly funded service.

19/04/2024

❌❌❌FULL NOW WHAANAU❌❌❌

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR THE NEXT WANANGA. ❗️❗️❗️

Who is hapū and wants to be part of a beautiful kaupapa, to be informed, inspired and celebrated.

Led by Aunty Ra, myself and our crew.

Register for our hapū waananga in Huntly.

Only twenty spaces so get in quick. Open to all hapū mama and their whaanau. Click on link to register

https://wkf.ms/3uCpRG7