Additional Support

Sometimes what you’re carrying needs more than a journal, a conversation, or peer support — and reaching for professional help can be a strong, practical next step.

The Becoming Co offers gentle peer support and resources, but we are not a substitute for medical care, mental health treatment, or emergency support.

If you are feeling concerned about your physical health, mental wellbeing, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grief, or safety, please connect with qualified professionals. You do not need to wait until things feel “bad enough.”

If you need immediate help

In an emergency

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 111 in New Zealand.

If you are feeling unable to keep yourself safe or need urgent mental health support

Call or text 1737 anytime to speak with a trained counsellor for free.

 1737

Health & Parenting Support (New Zealand)

Healthline

For trusted health advice from registered nurses, available 24/7.

Call: 0800 611 116

Useful for:

  • illness concerns
  • postpartum recovery questions
  • baby health worries
  • when you’re unsure what level of care you need
 Healthline

PlunketLine

Parenting support and advice from Plunket nurses.

Call: 0800 933 922

Useful for:

  • baby feeding
  • sleep concerns
  • settling
  • parenting support
  • infant wellbeing
 Plunket

Your GP / Family Doctor

Please book an appointment with your GP if you are experiencing:

  • anxiety
  • low mood
  • ongoing overwhelm
  • intrusive thoughts
  • exhaustion
  • physical recovery concerns
  • grief affecting daily life
  • hormonal concerns

Your GP can support treatment plans, referrals, and practical next steps.

Your Midwife / Lead Maternity Carer

If you are pregnant or recently postpartum, your midwife may also be an important first point of support.

They can help with:

  • emotional wellbeing
  • postpartum recovery concerns
  • feeding issues
  • birth recovery
  • referrals to additional services

Mental Health & Counselling Support

Registered Counsellor / Therapist/ Psychologist

Talking with a qualified professional can be incredibly supportive during:

  • postpartum identity shifts
  • anxiety
  • birth trauma
  • miscarriage grief
  • relationship strain
  • stress and burnout

You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.

Postpartum & Maternal Mental Health

If you suspect postnatal depression, postpartum anxiety, OCD, rage, trauma, or emotional distress, please seek support promptly through your GP, midwife, or local maternal mental health services.

These experiences are common and treatable.

If You Have Experienced Miscarriage or Pregnancy Loss

Support may include:

  • GP care
  • midwife or obstetric follow-up
  • counsellor experienced in grief/loss
  • trusted support people
  • local pregnancy loss support organisations

You deserve compassionate care.

Relationship & Family Stress

If stress is impacting your relationship, parenting, or home environment, support options can include:

  • couples counselling
  • family counselling
  • parenting support services
  • practical childcare support

Important Note

The Becoming Co provides peer support, lived-experience guidance, and emotional resources. We do not provide medical advice, therapy, diagnosis, or crisis intervention.

If your needs feel bigger than what we offer, we encourage you to access the support above.

A Gentle Reminder

Needing support does not mean you are failing.

Sometimes the bravest next step is letting someone qualified help carry what feels heavy.

You Were Never Meant to Do This Alone

If you need a softer starting point, you are always welcome to explore our resources or connect through Mum to Mum support alongside professional care.

 Mum-to-Mum Support