Barrister says maternity leave battle added to neonatal intensive care unit stress
She said she filed another memorandum, including a letter from her midwife confirming her baby had no imminent…
Waikato midwife accused of falsely claiming more than $166k in public funding
She is also facing a fourth charge of failing to keep detailed clinical records during that period. The…
Election 2026: Labour promises free maternity scans paid for by capital gains tax
“For many families, pregnancy comes with enough costs and stress already. A Labour Government will ease that pressure…
Society Insider: NZ entrepreneur Charlotte Devereux rebuilding confidence with new venture; Auckland FC and Blues’ sporting dynasties
After a summer spent exploring some of New Zealand’s best wellness retreats, she is getting ready to launch…
The NT’s last private obstetrician walks away as maternity services face collapse
When Sophia Scaturchio gave birth to her daughter in Darwin last year, it was under the care of…
Maternity swab left inside woman after birth; HDC ‘highly critical’ of Health NZ mistake
Six weeks later, it was found by the GP, who removed what smelled “like a dead body”. Findings…
NRI couple moves back to India after 17 years in US over maternity healthcare woes
An NRI couple has moved back to India after spending 17 years in the United States. The couple,…
I Gave Birth to Twins—Postnatal Depression Made Me Want To Hurt Them
After giving birth to twins, Ivana Poku battled postpartum depression and intrusive thoughts—now she helps other mothers understand…
500 babies now recruited to world-leading genetic study
500 babies now recruited to world-leading genetic study
Over 500 babies…
Whakatāne Hospital secondary maternity services to resume early 2026
A midwife spoke out in January because she feared a pregnant woman or baby would die due to…
Whakatāne Hospital secondary maternity services to resume early 2026
A midwife spoke out in January because she feared a pregnant woman or baby would die due to…