Parenting Resources in Nelson/Tasman
A non-exhaustive list of resources available in the Nelson/Tasman region - if I’ve missed something, please let me know!
Lactation Support
Me! I can help with all aspects of infant feeding including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, allergy, inducing lactation
Ruth Brodbeck, private IBCLC (027 243 3469 (phone or text)
Deb Hardcastle, LC, PHO (referrals via GP or LMC) and private
Debbie Katoa, LC, Te Piki Oranga (referrals via GP, LMC, TPO)
Dr Nikki Mills, ENT and IBCLC, Nelson Hospital (referrals via GP or LMC) - a world expert in lingual frenulum/tongue ties!
Parenting Support
Nelson District Parents Center parenting groups
Babywearing Nelson - regular meetings and support with babywearing, as well as a carrier library where you can rent out wraps and carriers
Aotearoa Baby Clinic (that’s me!) - help with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, infant sleep, bonding and attachment, medical concerns, parenting questions.
Mental Health
Infant & Toddler Specialists - for maternal and infant mental health, as well as difficult behaviours and concerns about development
Lydia Stallard, a clinical psychologist specialising in perinatal mental health
Perinatal Support Nelson, individual counselling and peer groups
Physical Health & Wellbeing
Celia Wahnig, Elevate Physiotherapy - pelvic & women’s health specialist physio
Penny Olsen - restorative exercise and movement coach (not specifically perinatal but very very good!)
Edee Harris, pre- and post-natal personal trainer. Contact via Facebook or email.