Family - Whanau

The arrival of a baby brings many changes to a family/whānau. All families differ, depending on their situation, culture, traditions and support available. Family/whānau and community support are important parts of raising a child.

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Returning to work

Returning to work can be a big decision and there are many things to think about. Depending on your income, you may be able to apply for a childcare subsidy from Work and Income.

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What to consider

You may want to look at the different childcare options, find out about workplace policies around sick leave and time off for sick children, as well as deciding on how…

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