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Common mistakes NZ employers make with parental leave (and how to avoid them)
Avoid the most common employer mistakes around parental leave—from unclear policies to rushed returns. Here’s what to fix for a better employee experience.
They did what?! Strategies for parents to tackle pregnancy discrimination in the workplace
Practical actions you can take if you experience pregnancy discrimination at work
How I did it: Ele Quigan on having two kids in quick succession
Ele Quigan shares how she and her husband navigated the finances of having two kids within 15 months
How I did it: Mela Lush on becoming a founder on parental leave
Mela Lush shares her experience jumping into entrepreneurship from parental leave
Should you return to paid work after parental leave?
kōura and Crayon on what to consider if you’re debating returning to paid work
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.
How I did it: Andrew on becoming a financial mentor
How Andrew became a financial mentor to help Kiwis with money troubles
How I did it: Kirstie on the journey to being childfree
Kirstie shares her journey to being childfree and the financial implications of her choices.
How I did it: Riss on the egg freezing process and costs
How saving money for freezing her eggs gave Riss future options
Crayon Conversations: raising financially responsible kids
How to teach your child core money concepts
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
Crayon Conversations: Money conversations with your partner
How to have those oh-so-tricky money conversations with your partner
Crayon Conversations: the cost of childcare
How to find the right childcare option for your family - and what it will cost you
How to be a great boss to new parents
Helen van Orton shares her actionable guide on supporting employees returning to work from parental leave
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