Kia ora and welcome to He wāhi haumaru — your soon-to-be home for finding safe, nurturing spaces to feed babies and pēpi across Aotearoa.

Launching World Breastfeeding Week, August 2025

We’re currently building something special — an online directory that celebrates and connects whānau with whānau-friendly venues throughout New Zealand. Just as the harakeke shelters and protects te rito, our directory will help you find spaces where you and your pēpi are welcomed, supported and cared for.

We’re excited to be on this journey, and we’re glad you are too!

He wāhi haumaru is proudly brought to you by:

• Canterbury Breastfeeding Advocacy Service (CBAS)
• Women’s Health Action (WHA)
• Breastfeeding New Zealand

While we prepare for launch, connect with our communities:

Visit our partner organisations and join our supportive online whānau where you’ll find resources, aroha and connection on your parenting journey.