Child Health

Children's Issues Centre   (www.otago.ac.nz/cic)  

Based at the University of Otago, in Dunedin, the Centre aims to provide a national interdisciplinary forum for research into and discussion of children's issues, as well as resources and information for those involved with children.

Starship Children's Hospital   (www.starship.org.nz)  

As part of the Auckland District Health Board, the Starship Foundation charity is set up to provide additional equipment, support and help to staff, patients and families, in addition to state funding. Located in central Auckland.

Kiwi Kids With Allergies   (www.kiwikidswithallergies.co.nz/)  

Supplying a bright fun range of allergy awareness products designed in modern colours and with cute characters that your child will love to wear! These allergy alert products are designed to increase awareness to allergies and medical conditions.

OHBaby!   (www.ohbaby.co.nz)  

An A to Z guide to parenting and childcare in New Zealand.

Paediatric Society of New Zealand   (www.paediatrics.org.nz)  

The Paediatric Society of New Zealand believes all children and youth have the right to attain optimal physical, mental and social health and wellbeing. By working as a co-ordinated national network of health professionals, the Society dedicates its efforts and resources to this end.

Family Help Trust   (www.familyhelptrust.org.nz)  

Provides early intervention services in Christchurch, New Zealand, targeting high-risk parents with multiple problem histories.

Koru Care   (www.korucare.co.nz)  

For more than 20 years, Koru Care has been working to bring a little bit of joy into the lives of children with terminal illness or permanent disabilities. During those years, they have helped more than 10,000 young people and their families.

Department of Child, Youth and Family   (www.cyf.govt.nz)  

Government agency that has legal powers to intervene to protect and help children who are being abused or neglected or who have problem behaviour. This site is a focus for promoting the wellbeing and safety of children and supporting positive parenting.

Cure Kids   (www.curekids.org.nz)  

Charitable organisation dedicated to research into children's diseases and funding medical research on life-threatening illnesses.

Every Child Counts   (www.everychildcounts.org.nz)  

A country that does its best for children is a country that is working well. Every Child Counts is a coalition of organisations which encourages the Government to place children first in government planning, ensure every child gets a good start, end child poverty, and reduce child abuse and neglect.

Teen Dads   (www.teendads.org.nz)  

A site for New Zealand's teenage fathers and fathers-to-be, their parents and their kids. Read stories from teen dads and find out about the role these fathers play in their children's lives.

Safekids   (www.safekids.org.nz)  

Working to reduce the severity and incidence of unintentional injury to children.

Child Poverty Action Aotearoa   (www.cpag.org.nz)  

A non-profit group made up of academics, practitioners, supporters and advocates for more informed social policy to support children.

Watties For Baby   (www.forbaby.co.nz)  

Created to help parents by providing some easy tips on the many issues that you'll face when feeding your baby.

Nutricia New Zealand   (www.nutricia.co.nz)  

An extensive selection of products are available in the Nutricia range, including baby formula and toddler milk, plus a number of nutritional health products.

Brainwave Trust   (www.brainwave.org.nz)  

An independent charitable trust aiming to promote public knowledge and raise awareness of infant brain development and its implications for raising children.

La Leche League New Zealand   (www.lalecheleague.org.nz)  

An organisation whose aim is to help mothers breastfeed, through mother-to-mother support, education and information. They promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of both baby and mother.

Ronald McDonald House South Island   (www.rmhchch.org.nz)  

Provides accommodation for the parents and siblings of children being treated for serious illness at Christchurch Hospital.

ECPAT New Zealand   (www.ecpat.org.nz)  

Working to end the commercial sexual exploitation of children. This includes the areas of child prostitution, child pornography, child sex tourism and the trafficking of children.

Parents Centre   (www.parentscentre.org.nz)  

Childbirth and parenting support available.

Office of the Commissioner for Children   (www.occ.org.nz)  

A company promoting the welfare of children and young people, and ensuring that their rights are recognised.

Life Education Trust   (www.lifeeducation.org.nz)  

To help give the children of New Zealand the knowledge and skills that will keep them free from harmful substances through positive health-based education.

KidsHealth   (www.kidshealth.org.nz)  

A source of information on child and youth health, offering support to parents and health professionals. The site is a joint initiative between the Starship Foundation and the Paediatric Society of New Zealand.

Parent to Parent   (www.parent2parent.org.nz)  

A national organisation working with families and children affected by disabilities, health impairments, rare syndromes, and special needs.

Ronald McDonald House Charities   (www.rmhc.org.nz)  

An organisation that creates and supports programmes which enable New Zealand kids to develop strong minds and bodies within a safe, supportive environment.