The Perinatal Directory NZ

22/10/2025

Anyone else tired of feeling like you have to do ALL the things?

I've been that mum that is always leaving the house, coffee date, activity, got to get that new thing, new friend, new skill. And honestly I've been exhausted trying to keep up with myself! Trying to escape the dishes, never ending laundry pile and house tasks that can feel impossible with two toddlers running around.

My new favourite thing is home dates. And I think I may have cracked the way to unlock motherhood balance!
My childhood felt full of my mums friends turning up, doing dishes, taking care of us, and I knew those friends as Aunties in my mind.

I feel so much calmer knowing my friends feel comfortable here, that we can ask for help, lean on eachother when we need it and not have to do it all!

21/10/2025

Lolly, who is part of a group of practitioners in Nelson recently sent me this flyer about some upcoming Low-cost Craniosacral sessions that her and a others are offering.
I love seeing these services being offered at accessible prices for those that need them.

She says "Our intention is to take away the barriers of cost for little ones to be able to access the therapy as it is so valuable for them at this stage of their life. It is helpful to the parent-baby days for all things feeding, latching, bonding, sleeping, birth trauma imprints, regulation and much more."

To book there is an online booking system

www.cranio.nz/tlc

21/10/2025

Join us for a one off baby massage session for $5 on Wednesday
5th November from 1.30-2.30pm✨
This session is perfect for babies who are not yet on the move😄
Limited spaces available to book please email michelle.wright@plunket.org.nz

21/10/2025

🎟 Tickets are Live for our Spring Networking Event

When: November 7th, 6-8pm
Where: Osteopathy Nelson Health Collective, Nelson

Our Spring event is the perfect opportunity to share all the amazing things your service has to offer, or just connect with like minded business owners in a relaxed atmosphere after a busy week.

We love to collaborate, so DM me if you'd like to have a 5-minute slot to talk about your business and what you've got coming up

Tickets are limited so get in quick. Link in bio!

20/10/2025

✨️ In the Directory ✨️
zahner joined the Directory a few months ago, and her energy is so beautifully calm, and she's passionate about healing on a spiritual and energetic level.

Her story is a familiar one for those whose soul work came to them through motherhood and their own journey. And now we're so lucky to have her sharing her gift in Nelson, supporting us to heal, connect to ourselves and our children and strengthen our intuition

She lovingly supports mothers from their conception journey through to birth and beyond. Also, working with babies and children of a range of issues. Working with a range of modalities including:
- angelic reiki,
- past life healing,
- karmic release,
- muscle testing,
- emotion release
- inner child work
- intuitive guidance

Check out her full profile on the Directory and get in touch to find out more

06/10/2025

Nature playgroup with Aroha Spot-Nurturing the He'art' of relationships

Attention! The time of our next term Nature Play Group has changed to afternoon 13:00. The space is limited pls get in touch with us soon!

01/10/2025

Pregnant? Getting ready for labor and birth?
This workshop is designed for you AND your birth partner. Whether you're planning your first birth or looking for a better experience this time around, you'll both walk away with practical, hands-on tools to feel confident, prepared, and supported throughout the entire process.
💪 Learn how your partner can be your biggest support
🧘‍♀️ Practice comfort techniques, including three different breathing techniques
This Workshop is a great addition to your classic antenatal class.
Spots are limited — reserve yours today
The October workshop has one spot left
Additionally Barbara offers monthly relaxation practices on the first Monday of the month from 6:30-7:30pm. These sessions are koha/donation based. Next one on the 6th October!
022 071 6625
littletoesdoulacare@gmail.com

Pregnant? Getting ready for labor and birth?

This workshop is designed for you AND your birth partner. Whether you're planning your first birth or looking for a better experience this time around, you'll both walk away with practical, hands-on tools to feel confident, prepared, and supported throughout the entire process.

💪 Learn how your partner can be your biggest support
🧘‍♀️ Practice comfort techniques, including three different breathing techniques

This Workshop is a great addition to your classic antenatal class.

Spots are limited — reserve yours today
The October workshop has one spot left

Additionally I offer monthly relaxation practices on the first Monday of the month from 6:30-7:30pm. These sessions are koha/donation based. Next one on the 6th October!

022 071 6625
littletoesdoulacare@gmail.com

01/10/2025

✨️ In the Directory ✨️

When I first saw the gallery Ivana sent through to go on the Directory I was just so in awe of all the gorgeous moments captured 😍

As a mum I think you're always looking for something that captures you in your motherhood era, your children showing the most beautiful side of their personalities and your connection together as a family. Each one of the photos I looked I just saw love looking back.

I'm so stoked you're here sharing your talent with the world and our local families ❤️

Ivana is here to capture the love through her own studio, your place or out in nature 🌿
Find her on the Directory (Link in bio)

13/02/2025

We all need a little support sometimes and becoming a mother is often the biggest transition we will go through. Having someone to talk to can be priceless. You are not alone

Our counsellors are back and looking for some new clients. The waitlist is currently at zero!

We have are trialing a new pricing tiered system to help us make our way through the funding crisis, however we don't want price to be a barrier to supporting you. Please get in contact regardless and we will point you in the right direction if we can't meet your needs.

For more information on our pricing tier, visit this webpage: https://www.nelsonwomenscentre.org.nz/about-1/our-services/counselling/

06/02/2025

Still chance to get your ticket for THIS SUNDAY over in Golden Bay
'Birth Wisdom' are holding this screening and it's sure to be a beautiful event
https://www.villagetheatre.org.nz/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIRD2JleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdkALvnItjmu65GozKrVtwiwfRFHfZZ2I0FSURuIR2XH8CTxwse2K0lueQ_aem_Vcod6aa7pRJLhI_ApbSJew

Kia ora all,

Birth Wisdom – Empowered and Home Birth Golden Bay is bringing a new Home Birth doco to the Village Theatre in Golden Bay this Sunday 9 February at 1pm. The film explores the experiences, challenges and power of home birthing in Aotearoa, highlighting personal stories and expert insights to encourage informed discussions about place of birth options. The film is produced by Sarah Dow, directed by Isaac Te Reina and funded by Health New Zealand.

Here is a link to the trailer: https://youtu.be/WkekL_QdLsI?si=WW5xbU-Rti9KtvJ0

The tickets are discounted to $15 for an adult and you can buy them online (https://www.villagetheatre.org.nz/) or at the door. It has a 45-minute run time and Alesha and I will bring drinks and snacks for afterwards, free to share with an optional koha. No money being made here, just sweet, sweet community.

We’d love to see you there.

Aroha nui,

Kirsty

06/02/2025

Our circles are a huge part of what we do.
If I'm honest, it's my favourite part 💙

They're all about connection, being heard and nurtured by other mothers and cutting through the small talk, sharing how we really feel about Motherhood, our relationships, sleep, feeding, our identity, pelvic floors and SO much more.
Honestly, if you've thought it as a mother, we've probably talked about it.
We have new mamas joining all the time, and we encourage you to show up even when the night has been long and you're rocking the messy mum bun

We're all mums, so we get it if you're running on mum time or just want to sit and not share, sometimes the company is enough.

There's always a hot drink and, most of the time, there's time to drink it ☕️

We weren't meant to do this alone and at our circles, you don't have to! 💛

Find out more on the website... link in bio 💛
You got this Mama!