Nurture Paediatrics

28/09/2025

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and each day we will be sharing a kid-friendly adaptation of the themes created by

Today's theme is Connect | Me whakawhanaunga which speaks to establishing and maintaining strong social and whānau connections. A sense of feeling connected, loved or belonging with others if one of the best gifts that as parents and caregivers, we can give our tamariki.

But it can be so tricky when the well-intended "How was your day?" is met with a grunt, a shoulder shrug, "I dunno" or "good" (even though you've heard otherwise).

- Swipe through some alternative conversation starters to try with your child this week
- Think about when in the day is best to ask your child: walking home from school, driving to the next activity, or over the dinner table as a family?
-Try picking one question and give each family member a turn to answer.
-If your child isn't much of a chatter, could they draw their answer?

This time will perhaps become one of the most joyful in your week, because the answers are SO much fun!

What's one question you'd add to this list that we can try out?

27/09/2025

👉 My Pain Toolbox is a 6-week online or in-person group course for tamariki aged 8–14 and their whānau. It helps families understand persistent pain, learn strategies to calm the body and brain, and rebuild confidence through movement, sleep, and connection.

🌟Introductory 2025 Offer🌟
$495 (inc gst) per family (total cost for all sessions & workbook)
Price will increase to $650 next year

25/09/2025

🍫🥢 Holiday fun with a twist! 🥢🍫

We tried the M&M chopstick challenge these school holidays… and let’s say there was plenty of laughter along the way! 😅

We’d love to hear from you — what fun activities, games, or traditions are keeping your whānau entertained these holidays? Please share your ideas in the comments so we can all inspire each other 🙌💜

24/09/2025

We know school holidays can be full-on!

If things get a little overwhelming, try our simple breathing exercise with your child. 🌬️It’s an easy way to reset and bring calm back into the day. ✨

🔗 https://nurturepaeds.co.nz/blogs/deep-breath

20/09/2025

🎉🥳 Happy 2nd Birthday to us! 🥳🎉

What an incredible year — our team has grown, we’ve moved into amazing new premises, introduced new services, and collaborated with wonderful child healthcare professionals. Most importantly, we’ve had the privilege of supporting so many amazing kids and their whānau 💙

We love the work we do and are so grateful for the support from our families, colleagues, and community. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Here’s to another year of growing, learning, and nurturing together 🌱✨

18/09/2025

🌿✨ Te Wiki o te Reo Māori ✨🌿
This week we join Aotearoa in celebrating the beauty and strength of te reo Māori.
At Nurture Paediatrics, we believe every tamaiti (child) is a taonga – a treasure – and language is an important part of nurturing identity, connection, and wellbeing.

We’re proud to weave te reo Māori into our everyday practice and encourage whānau to explore even small ways of using te reo at home – whether it’s greetings, colours, numbers, or words of encouragement.

💬 A simple phrase you can use today:
👉 “Kia kaha!” – Stay strong!

Let’s celebrate together and keep the reo alive for our tamariki and generations to come. 💚

This week, we join Aotearoa in celebrating the beauty and strength of te reo Māori.akahatereomāori ̄ori

16/09/2025

🦸‍♀️‍ Did you know your child has a secret superhero power?

It’s something they do every single day… but with the right technique, it can calm their body, settle big feelings, and even boost focus.

👀 Watch the video for a sneak peek, then check out our latest blog to learn how a simple deep breath can make a big difference.

👉 www.nurturepaeds.co.nz/blogs/deep-breath

12/09/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday Abi! 🎉
Your joy is infectious – we all love that little skip down the hallway that shows just how excited you are. Your clients adore your positive approach, and we feel so lucky to work alongside you. The entire Nurture team wishes you a wonderful birthday – we love working with you and celebrating you today! 💛

10/09/2025

Is your child recovering from an injury, struggling with pain, or just not moving like they used to? Don’t wait. Early physio support leads to faster recovery, stronger bodies, and confident tamariki. 💪✨

📅 Book your child’s appointment today—either in person or online.
Let’s get them back to doing what they love!

🔗 www.nurturepaeds.co.nz/physiotherapy

Paediatric Physio, Mandy Meys provides a range of services through her Nurture Paediatric clinic. Mandy provides the following: Injury Rehabilitation (ACC registered), Pain Management and Chronic Pain, Growth related injuries- Severs, Osgood Schlatters, Patellofemoral Pain etc, Balance & Coordin

07/09/2025

🌍✨ Happy World Physiotherapy Day! ✨🌍

At Nurture Paediatrics, physio isn’t just about exercises and stretches — it’s about play, laughter, and helping kids feel confident in their amazing bodies! 💪😄

From playground adventures to sports fields, we’re here to support tamariki as they grow, recover, and keep moving in ways that bring them joy.

💙 A big shoutout to all the physios around the world who make movement fun!

06/09/2025

💙 Happy Father’s Day to all the awesome dads, step-dads, koro, uncles, and father-figures out there!

At Nurture Paediatrics, we see every day how important your support, encouragement, and laughter are in helping kids grow with confidence.

Today, we celebrate you – the piggyback rides, the side-line cheers, the bedtime stories, and all the little moments in between.

05/09/2025

Is your teen complaining of knee pain during sport, dance, or even climbing stairs?

Too often this gets brushed off as ‘just growing pains’ — but for many young people, waiting it out means missed games, lost confidence, and ongoing pain.

We’ve put together a practical guide on anterior knee pain in teenagers — what causes it, why puberty makes it worse, and how physiotherapy can help your teen stay active and confident.

Read more in our latest blog 👇

Anterior knee pain is one of the most common reasons teenagers step back from sport. Growth spurts, puberty changes, and busy training loads all play a role — but it’s not just ‘growing pains.’ With the right physiotherapy support, teens can manage pain, build strength, and stay confident in...