Women's Wellbeing

A Girl Called Hope provide a range of holistic wellbeing programmes and courses to strengthen the resilience, self-esteem and wellbeing of young women, motivated for change. Online and in-person courses are available to anyone 16yrs+. Their courses are embedded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and informed by other evidence-based theories and practices such as DBT, strengths-based and solutions-focussed practice. Their courses are not suitable for anyone who is currently in acute crisis, experiencing psychotic symptoms or those with addictions where their symptoms are not under control.

Auckland Sexual Health Service are a specialist service offering free and confidential sexual health care including:• Diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted infections and other related conditions including genital skin conditions, genital pain and sexual dysfunction, reproductive health including contraceptive advice• Gender-affirming health care, including initiation of hormonal therapies, for gender diverse and transgender clients• Sexual health educationDoctors referrals not necessary but appointments essential.

BCS offers practical and emotional support to women experiencing a recent or past diagnosis of breast cancer. Their service is provided by trained volunteers who 'have been there too' and can offer both one-to-one and group support. Their volunteers provide assistance from a positive personal perspective, facilitating communities of support, acceptance and healing for all women experiencing breast cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand.

BreastScreen Waitematā Northland is part of BreastScreen Aotearoa, the national breast screening programme for women aged 45 - 69 years. The aim of this programme is to reduce the number of women dying from Breast Cancer by offering FREE screening mammograms (and follow-up assessments if necessary) to eligible women every 2 years.They also have a Mobile Screening Unit that visits various locations.For more information visit their website or call 0800270200.

CADS Pregnancy and Parental Service (PPS) are a mobile team who provide assessment, information, and support to pregnant women and parents of children under 3 years of age.

Women's Health Services:• These include maternity services, obstetrics and gynecology services, antenatal clinics and childbirth education.Non-NZ residents will be required to provide proof of eligibility for publicly funded health services, such as a passport. Those who cannot provide proof will need to pay for the health services they receive.

Dignity provide free period products through their two impact initiatives for people without access to these products.

Dress for Success Auckland is dedicated to empowering women and helping them attain economic independence.

Family Planning is a national organisation that provides support with sexual and reproductive health. Working with people of any gender, age, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Consultations are free for NZ residents aged under 22 years.• Clinical services• Health information• Education, training and research

La Leche League welcomes mothers and pregnant women to their meetings for encouragement, support, information and discussion on a wide range of breastfeeding and parenting topics.Please visit their website to find a group close to you. Online Facebook meetings are also available.

Maternal Mental Health is a tertiary specialist psychiatric mental health team providing assessment and treatment for women who are pregnant and up to one year post-partum, who are experiencing a mental disorder or a serious mental health problem.Referrals are directed to the client's local Community Mental Health Centre (CMHC).

MSCC provides maternity information and support about options for maternity care and produces evidence based resources on pregnancy and birth choices.The objective of MSCC is to highlight the need for and availability of pregnancy, birth and postnatal care options. They encourage women and their families/whanau to participate fully in their pregnancy and birth care and parenting.

Miscarriage Support provide:• A Facebook Group which is a safe haven for women to talk about their loss/losses. Women are allowed to post about anything regarding to miscarriages, TTC, fertility and rainbows. • Information and resources via their comprehensive website • Miscarriage Counselling (this does incur a cost)

North Shore Women's Centre provides support for women in North Shore Community. Services include: • Information/support and referral service• Social Work Service• General counselling: domestic violence, relationships, depression, anxiety etc• Legal Advice• Courses: special interest

OWN is a women’s network which connects women through a variety of activities and events which enhances feelings of belonging and well-being.OWN seeks to enrich women’s lives through giving them opportunities to make friends, share stories and ideas and learn new skills.

Positive Women Inc. is a support organisation for women and families in NZ living with and affected by HIV or AIDS. They raise awareness of HIV and AIDS in the community through educational programmes with a focus on prevention and de-stigmatisation.

Pregnancy Help is a charitable non-profit organisation that provides free baby and toddler clothing & maternity wear, as well as confidential emotional support to all pregnant women and their families needing assistance. Non-NZ citizens are welcome. All services are free.Their services include pregnancy tests, counselling and guidance, referrals to other agencies and practical assistance (free baby gear, clothing and bedding).

Sands NZ provide support, information and empathy for those affected by the death of a baby, in any circumstances and at any gestation. Please visit the Sands website and contact your local group for more detailed information.• Phone support• Email contact• Library books• Sands magazineContact from parents, families and Health/Caring professionals is welcome.

A beachside Women's Retreat believing that prevention is even better than cure! Private accommodation for guests to relax, heal, with no responsibilities in a safe place; all meals provided and the beach is across the road and bush walks at the end of each street! Counselling, yoga, mindfulness practice and meaningful conversations. Ideal place to recover from tiredness, stress and loss of purpose. Costs are at a minimum with subsidies available. Email for bookings.

Full birthing facilities are available at Warkworth Birthing Centre for normal births and a pool is available for labour and birth. Postnatal stays are welcome after birthing at home or hospital. Free pregnancy tests.