Find out what to bring for your birth at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. This helpful checklist covers what to pack for mum and baby to ensure a comfortable birthing and postnatal stay. Nga Hau Birthing Centre What to Bring Your Stay Our Suites What to Bring Meals and In-room care We want you to feel as comfortable and prepared as possible during your stay with us. Here's a helpful guide on what to bring with you: What We Provide Sanitary pads A starter pack of six disposable nappies Baby wipes Must-Have A baby capsule or approved car seat (required to take your baby home safely) For Māmā Toiletries Nightwear and a dressing gown Slippers Comfortable underwear Daywear and an outfit for going home Hairdryer (if desired) For Pēpī Singlets and nightgowns Onesies and cardigans Booties or socks A hat Disposable nappies An outfit for going home Baby capsule or car seat Optional You’re welcome to arrange a photographer to capture those special early moments. Let us know if you’d like help—we can connect you with one of our trusted local photographers.

Explore pregnancy, breastfeeding and parenting resources recommended by Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. These trusted resources help support māmā, pēpi and whānau during pregnancy, birth and the early parenting journey. Preparing for Birth Preparing for Birth Step by Step Process Choosing Your Midwife (LMC) Antenatal Classes & Education Sessions Resource Hub FAQs Resource Hub Resources and tools to help you and your whānau feel supported and confident as you prepare for birth. Primary Birthing Primary Birthing Units - Health NZ Information about giving birth in a primary maternity unit and the benefits for low-risk women. Education & Antenatal Classes Turuki Health Care - Hapū Wānanga Classes Culturally informed antenatal education focused on natural, whānau-centred birthing and early parenting. The Village NZ Free online antenatal classes and practical guides for pregnancy, labour and early parenting. Breastfeeding Support B4Baby - Turuki Health Care Breastfeeding education and support, including antenatal sessions, in-home visits, and lactation consultant advice. BreastFed NZ App A free app with evidence-based guidance on breastfeeding, positioning, expressing, and newborn feeding patterns. Mama Aroha App A visual breastfeeding resource app offering clear, practical information in te reo Māori and English. Breastfeeding - Health NZ Information and advice from Health NZ on establishing and maintaining breastfeeding. Wellbeing, Parenting & Safety Safe Sleep - KidsHealth NZ Trusted advice on safe sleep practices for pēpi, including resources on wahakura and pēpi-pods. Great Fathers Tips and videos to support dads through pregnancy and early parenting. Well Child Tamariki Ora / My Health Book Guidance on your baby’s growth, health checks, and early development. SmartStart Government service hub for pregnancy, birth registration, and parenting support. Healthy Families NZ Community initiatives supporting whānau wellbeing and healthier environments. Support & Helplines Healthline - 0800 611 116 | 24/7 General health advice PlunketLine - 0800 933 922 | Free parent helpline with nurses available 24/7 KidsHealth NZ - Reliable child health information for parents Visiting hours To help new mums get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm.

Learn how to prepare for your stay at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. Find out what to bring for mum and baby, what is provided at the centre, and how to get ready for your birthing and postnatal stay. Preparing for Birth Preparing for Birth Step by Step Process Choosing Your Midwife (LMC) Antenatal Classes & Education Sessions Resource Hub FAQs Preparing for Birth Every birth journey is unique, preparing well helps you feel calm, confident and supported when the time comes. At Nga Hau Māngere Birthing Centre we want you to arrive feeling supported and cared for. As a primary birthing maternity unit we support low-risk, uncomplicated pregnancies in a warm, safe, and whānau-centred environment. Here you will find everything you need to prepare for your stay - from choosing your midwife (Lead Maternity Carer/LMC) to learning about your journey of care with us. You can also explore our antenatal classes, education sessions, and resource hub with helpful tools and answers to common questions. Our team is here to ensure you have everything you need for a safe, comfortable, and positive birth experience. Visiting hours To help new mums get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm.

Learn what to expect when staying at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. Mothers and babies stay in comfortable private rooms after birth, receiving postnatal care and support from midwives in a calm and welcoming environment. Nga Hau Birthing Centre Your Stay Our Suites What to Bring Meals and In-room care Your Stay To book a stay at our facility, you will need to be registered with a midwife (LMC) who holds an Access Agreement. Your midwife will guide you through the booking process. Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre offers a warm, nurturing environment — a comfortable sanctuary where new māmā can rest, recover, and feel supported. You are welcome to visit and experience the centre for yourself. We offer guided tours every Wednesday and Saturday. Please email or call us to arrange a time that suits you. In this section, you will find everything you need to know about what to expect during your stay. Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre 14 Waddon Place, Mā ngere, Auckland reception@ngahaumangere.co.nz 09 281 2046 Visiting hours To help new māmā get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm. Visiting hours To help new māmā get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm.

Share your feedback with Ngā Hau Birthing Centre. We value your input in helping us improve the health and social services we provide to whaanau in South and Central Auckland. Your voice matters! Feedback We would love to hear from you! Feedback If you have any feedback or concerns during your stay, please email us at healthandsafety@ngahaumangere.co.nz . If you have expressed a concern and are not satisfied with the outcome, you may prefer to contact the: NZ College of Midwives Resolution Committee https://www.midwife.org.nz/ Phone: 03 377 2732 The Midwifery Council of New Zealand https://midwiferycouncil.health.nz/Public/Public/02.-Concerns-about-a-midwife/Concerns-about-a-midwife.aspx Health and Disability Commissioner If you believe your rights under the Code of Health and Disability Services have been breached, you can contact the Health and Disability Commissioner (Ph: 0800 11 22 33) to lay a complaint. The Nationwide Advocacy Service (Ph: 0800 555 050) provides independent Health and Disability Advocates should you wish to have support in making a complaint. https://www.hdc.org.nz/making-a-complaint/make-a-complaint/

Learn how pāpā and partners are supported at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. Fathers and whānau play an important role in supporting mothers and babies during birth and the early parenting journey. Beyond Birth (Ongoing Support) Beyond Birth Wrap-around Services Pāpā Services Stories & Experiences Pāpā Services Every pāpā has an important role in the wellbeing of their whānau, and support is just as important for you as it is for māmā and pēpi. We understand that fatherhood brings new challenges and responsibilities. Our whānau wellbeing services are here to help you find balance and build confidence as you navigate this new chapter. Whether you’re adjusting to sleepless nights, feeling unsure about where to start or simply need someone to kōrero with, our Kahu Taurima team can connect you with the right support. Complete the form below and one of our Kahu Taurima team members will be in touch. After the Birth Support Form First name* Last name* Phone Email* Message* Submit Visiting hours To help new mums get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm.

Learn about support beyond birth at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. Families can access services and guidance that support māmā, pēpi and whānau during the early parenting journey and postnatal period. Beyond Birth (Ongoing Support) Beyond Birth Wrap-around Services Pāpā Services Stories & Experiences Beyond Birth (Ongoing Support) Your journey with us doesn’t end when you leave the birthing centre. The first weeks and months after birth are a time of adjustment, learning, and growth - for you and your whānau. We are here to ensure you’re supported beyond those early days, with access to care, advice, and services that strengthen your wellbeing at home and in your community. Explore our wrap-around services to see the health, social, whānau, and wellbeing supports available through our partnership with Turuki Health Care. Visiting hours To help new mums get the rest they need, visiting hours are from 2pm to 8pm.

Learn about the birthing process at Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland. Understand how your midwife supports you during labour, birth and postnatal care in a calm, primary birthing environment designed for māmā, pēpi and whānau. Preparing for Birth Preparing for Birth Step by Step Process Choosing Your Midwife (LMC) Antenatal Classes & Education Sessions Resource Hub FAQs Step by Step Process Step one: Find an LMC To give birth at our facility you will need a confirmed booking with a midwife (LMC) who holds an Access Agreement. Your midwife will manage your care throughout labour and birth, supported by our experienced staff. With your consent, a student midwife may assist under supervision. Step two: Pre-admission Visit You are welcome to visit the facility before your birth. Your midwife can arrange a visit at a time that suits you. Step three: When you go into labour When labour begins, contact your midwife. They will coordinate with the birthing centre to prepare for your arrival. Step four: Birth You will labor and give birth in your own private suite - each room includes a bath suitable for water births. Step five: Post-birth Care Our staff work alongside your midwife to provide high-quality postnatal care. Māmā may stay for up to two nights with support partners welcome at your request. You will receive guidance on breastfeeding and newborn care to support recovery before heading home. Step six: Ongoing Support Our goal is for every māmā to return home feeling confident and prepared to care for their pēpī. If you need additional support after leaving, our team can provide advice and connect you with one of our wrap-around services for ongoing care.

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At Nga Hau Birthing Centre, we provide postnatal care in the comfort of your own room, including daily meals. Start your day with a self-serve breakfast, followed by a light morning tea and a variety of lunch options, including dietary preferences. Enjoy High Tea in the afternoon and dinner with restaurant-style meal choices. All meals use locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a wholesome and satisfying experience during your stay. Nga Hau Birthing Centre Meals and in-room care Your Stay Our Suites What to Bring Meals and In-room care Nutritious meals are provided for māmā during their stay. If you have a specific dietary requirement we will do our best to meet your needs. Here’s what you can expect: Breakfast (7am - 9am) Two breakfast plates are available each morning for māmā and their support person. Morning Tea (10am - 10.30am) A light morning snack is provided to keep you going between meals. Lunch (12.15pm - 1.15 pm) Lunch includes a selection of meal options, with consideration for dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free. Ingredients are locally sourced where possible. Afternoon High Tea (3.30pm) Served each afternoon and includes items such as cupcakes and sandwiches, presented on shared platters in the communal space. Dinner (6pm - 6.30pm) Dinner is provided each evening, with a choice of delicious restaurant-style meals.

Learn about Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre in South Auckland — a community-focused primary birthing and postnatal care facility dedicated to supporting māmā, pēpi and whānau. Located in Māngere, our centre provides a safe, nurturing environment with private rooms, experienced midwives and culturally responsive care for families during birth and the early days of parenthood. About Us About Nga Hau Our Expectations for Whānau Experience Our Outcomes Our Shared Values Meet the Team Our Gallery About Ngā Hau Māngere Ngā Hau Māngere Birthing Centre (Nga Hau) was founded by the visionary efforts of Chloe Wright, under the Wright Family Foundation with support from Tagata Moana Maternity Trust (Tagata Moana). Ngā Hau now operates as a whānau-centered birthing facility led by a Pasifika and Māori partnership model between Tagata Moana and Turuki Health Care (Turuki). The partnership between Tagata Moana and Turuki brings together a shared kaupapa, demonstrating a significant investment in equity, innovation, and community-driven care for South Auckland whānau. This partnership represents a tightly connected, culturally grounded approach to maternity and early year services care, ensuring high-quality, accessible support for all māmā and pēpi. Our Expectations for Whānau Experience We value the services our kaimahi deliver at Ngā Hau and want to ensure our whānau have a culturally and clinically safe experience. We acknowledge every experience will be different and unique to each whānau. At a minimum, we expect whānau birthing at Nga Hau to experience the following: Whānau feel well-informed, educated, and confident about their choices Whānau feel supported and cared for Whānau feel their cultural perspectives and needs are acknowledged and responded to in a culturally and clinically safe way Whānau feel their wellbeing and health are at the centre of the services we deliver Our Outcomes As a partnership, Tagata Moana and Turuki have developed a set of shared outcomes for Ngā Hau. We ask that as part of this access agreement, you engage and support these outcomes. Whānau have an increased awareness and understanding of preventative strategies that allow for better decision-making around their health Whānau have early access to effective care options and are supported in their ability to confidently navigate these options Whānau receive a holistic continuum of care over the first 2,000 days, with seamless transitions between services Whānau receive clinically and culturally safe care through a comprehensive and sustainable model of care Our Shared Values Our shared values guide the way we deliver services at Ngā Hau. We expect these values to be upheld across both our kaimahi and whānau. Wellbeing: We integrate cultural norms, tikanga, and values to shape and define health and wellbeing from a whānau perspective Relationships: We enrich our relationships through pono by understanding our diversity and honouring cultural beliefs and values Families: We show our families aroha, acknowledging the importance they place in building a resilient community and way of life