Links to other websites containing relevant information

The Nurture Foundation for Reproductive Research is committed to helping New Zealanders have families. Established in 1992, Nurture is a charity which supports research into reproductive health. Our world-class research centre is located within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department of The University of Auckland. Here a team of scientists and researchers is dedicated to finding causes, preventions and treatments for reproductive disorders:

But to help others, we need your help. Until recently, most of our research was funded by government grants. These are now increasingly difficult to secure and we need to rely more on private and corporate donations to enable this vital research to continue.

By making a donation you’ll help give hundreds of New Zealanders a chance to do something most of us take for granted: the chance to nurture a child of their own. Website: www.nuture.org.nz

Fertility New Zealand is committed to supporting, advocating for and educating all people who face infertility challenges at all stages of their journey and beyond.

We provide our members and consumers with various including:

Regional support and contact groups. We have a number of branches throughout New Zealand who offer support groups and access to information and services within the region.
General advice and contact service.
Comprehensive information and brochures.
A forum for confidential feedback on any issues arising, or concerns you have about your treatment or journey.
A Chatroom where you can seek on-line support from people in similar situations.

Membership to Fertility NZ is FREE. If you are not already an FNZ member, you, a family member, friend or support person can easily become a member of Fertility NZ by taking a moment to complete the online registration form. If however you are already a member, please just register for full access to the website. Phone 0800 333 306. Website: www.fertilitynz.org.nz

CordBank is New Zealand's first family cord blood bank - established to give expectant parents and their families the chance to save their newborns umbilical cord blood for their future. Since opening in 2002, thousands of parents in New Zealand, Australia and Asia have chosen to bank their baby's cord blood with us.

We are proud to have given families the option of saving the cord blood that changed childrens' lives.

Website: www.cordbank.co.nz

Plunket is a national not-for-profit organisation, community-owned and governed. We provide a caring, professional well child and family service. We are committed to providing universal access to services for all children and families regardless of ethnicity, location or ability to pay. This is at the heart of who we are and is essential to provide a positive environment for parents. Website: www.plunket.org.nz