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How to make the most of your annual leave before (and after) parental leave
Learn how to strategically time your annual leave around parental leave in New Zealand. Maximise payments, coordinate with your partner, and plan a smoother return to work with these expert tips
Economic harm and parental leave: What parents and employers need to know
Learn how parental leave can increase vulnerability to economic harm and what signs to watch for. A guide for parents and employers, with support options and practical steps.
How parental leave affects your KiwiSaver
How taking parental leave can impact your retirement savings
How to make KiwiSaver employer contributions for unpaid parental leave
Understanding KiwiSaver employer contributions during unpaid parental leave
The hidden cost of financial stress: 5 eye-opening stats every employer needs to know
Discover how financial stress impacts employee wellbeing, productivity, and retention—and what employers can do to reduce it. Practical insights and solutions from Crayon.
The unexpected costs of having a child in New Zealand
kōura and Crayon on why an emergency fund becomes even more critical for parents
The cost of raising a child by age and stage
kōura and Crayon on the biggest expenses at each age and stage - and what you can do about it.
Postpartum support: building your village (Part I)
Even superheroes need help - learn what’s available in New Zealand to support new parents
Postpartum support: medical support (Part II)
A directory of public and private medical services to help new parents and their newborns thrive
Postpartum support: new parent support (Part III)
The types of in-home and specialist support available to help new parents and their babies.
Onside with the IRD: how to prevent tax woes on parental leave
How to avoid a tax bill from the IRD after parental leave
Paycheck surprise: The impact of parental leave on annual leave in New Zealand
Understanding how taking parental leave affects your annual leave in New Zealand - and what you can do about it
How I did it: Andrew on becoming a financial mentor
How Andrew became a financial mentor to help Kiwis with money troubles
How to manage your mortgage on parental leave: Tips for reducing the financial strain
Actions you can take to reduce the stress of servicing your mortgage while on parental leave
Crayon Conversations: raising financially responsible kids
How to teach your child core money concepts
Find your family home: A wish list for parents
A list of things you might not have valued in a family home before you had kids
How I did it: Pene on investing for her son’s future
How Pene started investing for her child
Hidden costs of pregnancy: Pelvic floor injuries
Pelvic floor injuries 101 and ACC changes that have improved coverage for women
How I did it: Steph on spending habits during parental leave
How Steph changed her spending behaviour
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