Midwifery

New Zealand Nurses Organisation   (www.nzno.org.nz)  

The promotion of nursing and midwifery and participation in health and social policy development.

New Zealand College of Midwives   (www.midwife.org.nz)  

Information on midwifery for New Zealanders.

Midwifery Council of New Zealand   (www.midwiferycouncil.org.nz)  

Providing information for currently registered midwives relating to professional standards, ongoing education and requirements for maintaining competence.

Midwives for You   (www.midwife4u.co.nz)  

A dynamic group of independent midwives offering personalised, professional midwifery services to Palmerston North, Feilding, Linton and the greater Manawatu region.

Essential Midwife   (www.essentialmidwife.co.nz)  

A midwife with 26 years experience and specialised knowledge in complementary therapy. Qualified in nutrition, reflexology, massage, and pre- and post-natal yoga. Also offering one to one tuition and seminars for midwives.

North Waikato Independent Midwives   (www.birth.net.nz)  

A midwives practice, located in Huntly.

Kate Sheppard Midwifery   (www.ksmidwifery.co.nz)  

A team of midwives specialised in birthing care provided in a safe and friendly environment. Their free service includes primary care or care shared with your family doctor.

Warkworth Birthing Centre   (www.warkworthbirthcentre.co.nz)  

A group of experienced midwives who work as a team and support each other to maintain a 24 hour service to women.

Heretaunga Street Midwifery Centre   (www.professionalmidwifery.co.nz)  

An established midwifery group practice caring for women throughout the Manawatu region. They provide support for women and families throughout pregnancy, childbirth and the transition to parenthood.

Kathy Fray   (www.kathyfray.com)  

As well as being the author of the popular title 'Oh Baby: Birth, Babies and Motherhood Uncensored', Kathy Fray is also a sought-after midwife and motherhood advisor offering inhome maternity, antenatal, birth and postnatal private assistance.

River Ridge East Birth Centre   (www.riverridgeeastbc.co.nz)  

A primary birthing facility in Hamilton, for women having a low risk birth, where women can enjoy a relaxing stay and get to know their baby in a homely environment.

Anita Bain Independent Midwife   (www.anitabain-midwife.co.nz)  

An independent midwife practising in the Waikato & King Country Areas.

Birthcare   (www.birthcare.co.nz)  

Provides maternity care every mother and baby deserves through pregnancy and parenting education. Facility and midwifery support for labour and birth and post natal in-patient care.

Birthspirit   (www.birthspirit.co.nz)  

Birthspirit is a cottage in the Waikato region, where midwives can come to learn and share experiences.

Midwives.org.nz   (www.midwives.org.nz)  

Information on midwifery, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

Shorebirth   (www.shorebirth.co.nz)  

Specialist team care with general practitioner and midwifery support in North Shore, Auckland.

Golden Bay Midwifery Service   (www.goldenbaymidwives.com)  

Based at the Golden Bay Community Hospital, providing a 24 hour Lead Maternity Carer service which includes free pregnancy testing, pregnancy counselling, antenatal classes, antenatal and postnatal visits in the unit or at home, and birthing services which are tailored to the family's needs.

Dr. Lynda Exton   (www.lyndaexton.com)  

Dr. Lynda Exton has been a doctor for 25 years, including 20 years with her family practice in suburban Christchurch. She has a particular interest in the wellbeing of children and in assisting parents, and has spoken at many parent support and education seminars.

Whanau Mai   (www.birthchoice.co.nz)  

Free midwifery care for women and families throughout pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. Their services are available from Rangiora to Lincoln and throughout Christchurch.

Sacred Birth   (www.sacredbirth.co.nz)  

Independent midwives working in the Bay of Islands, offering customised birthing options to suit your needs.

Hamilton City Midwives   (www.hamiltoncitymidwives.co.nz)  

Free pregnancy testing, pregnancy care and postnatal care. They cover the Waikato area including home birthing and birthing at Waikato Hospital, River Ridge, Matariki and Rhoda Read birth centres.