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Awhi Ngā Mātua is a community for parents of disabled, neurodivergent and medically fragile tamariki.
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Alternatives to Welfare Guardianship
Nicolina Newcombe
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Funding and Support
How to apply for the Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Grant
Nicolina Newcombe
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Funding and Support
What's an IEP and how do I do one?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
April 9, 2025
Health and Wellness
Faecal incontinence - what to do about it
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 10, 2024
Health and Wellness
What to do when you or your child can't sleep
Tam Clemerson
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Awhi Updates
The real impact of funding changes to respite care
Emily Writes
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Education & Learning
How do I help my FASD child at school?
Meryl Richards
November 11, 2024
Funding and Support
How do I get ORS funding for my child?
Emily Writes
April 17, 2025
Health and Wellness
How autism can impact sleep
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Health and Wellness
Autism and toileting - how to help your child
Meryl Richards
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Transition to Adulthood
My child is going through puberty - What is appropriate for their intimate care plan?
Meryl Richards
December 13, 2024
Family Dynamics
How can you strengthen bonds between disabled and non-disabled siblings?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 13, 2024
Behaviour
How do I help my disabled child with their anger?
Meryl Richards
April 8, 2025
Health and Wellness
How long does it take to recover from your child’s illness?
Emily Writes
December 12, 2024
Transition to Adulthood
How can I help my disabled child navigate the emotional storms of puberty?
Meryl Richards
December 12, 2024
Funding and Support
How to find a support worker
Awhi Ngā Mātua
November 11, 2024
Health and Wellness
How to help children with Down Syndrome use the toilet
Meryl Richards
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Health and Wellness
My Child is Anxious – But How Do I Know if they Need Professional Help?
Meryl Richards
November 11, 2024
Funding and Support
How to apply for the Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Grant
Nicolina Newcombe
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Health and Wellness
How can I help my neurodivergent child with their anxiety?
Meryl Richards
November 11, 2024
Behaviour
What is a “special interest” for autistics
Tam Clemerson
December 17, 2024
Daily Living Skills
What does your child need for toilet training?
Meryl Richards
December 11, 2024
Daily Living Skills
How do I keep my disabled child safe online?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 11, 2024
Education & Learning
My child is starting school but they’re not toilet trained - what should I do?
Meryl Richards
December 13, 2024
Health and Wellness
How can I help my teenage child to develop a positive body image?
Meryl Richards
December 10, 2024
Education & Learning
How can I tell if my disabled child is getting the inclusive education they deserve?
Meryl Richards
November 12, 2024
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Emily named Kiwibank Local Hero Medallist
Awhi Ngā Mātua
February 11, 2025
Health and Wellness
Help! How can I teach my teenager that good hygiene is important?
Meryl Richards
December 10, 2024
Education & Learning
How do you home school a neurodivergent child?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 15, 2024
Education & Learning
Help! My local school does not want to enrol my disabled child - What can I do?
Meryl Richards
January 28, 2025
Diagnosis & Early Intervention
What is FASD?
Meryl Richards
December 11, 2024
Behaviour
Help! My child won’t eat!
Meryl Richards
December 20, 2024
Diagnosis & Early Intervention
How can I help my pre-schooler at home?
Meryl Richards
November 13, 2024
Health and Wellness
How can I help my child manage their periods?
Meryl Richards
December 11, 2024
Diagnosis & Early Intervention
What health services are available to help my child thrive?
Meryl Richards
December 11, 2024
Education & Learning
How can I help my PDA child thrive at school?
Meryl Richards
February 4, 2025
Health and Wellness
How to support your neurodivergent child at Christmas
Meryl Richards
December 11, 2024
Education & Learning
How do you get a teacher aide?
Meryl Richards
April 17, 2025
Health and Wellness
Could your child have a sleep disorder?
Tam Clemerson
December 10, 2024
Transition to Adulthood
How can I support my teenager to explore their sexuality?
Meryl Richards
December 12, 2024
Health and Wellness
How do I “toilet train” my child?
Emily Writes
December 12, 2024
Education & Learning
Inclusive Education - What is it?
Meryl Richards
January 29, 2025
Daily Living Skills
Is my child more than a ‘fussy eater’?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 11, 2024
Transition to Adulthood
Alternatives to Welfare Guardianship
Nicolina Newcombe
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Health and Wellness
What is hyperfocus? What is hyperfixation?
Tam Clemerson
December 15, 2024
Health and Wellness
What is stimming?
Tam Clemerson
December 11, 2024
Diagnosis & Early Intervention
What is available to help my child with their learning challenges?
Meryl Richards
February 4, 2025
Health and Wellness
Help! My child is being bullied and I don’t know what to do!
Meryl Richards
December 10, 2024
Behaviour
What is a meltdown?
Tam Clemerson
December 11, 2024
Health and Wellness
Are you traumatised by your child’s illness?
Meryl Richards
December 10, 2024
Health and Wellness
A Guide to Good and Bad Touching for disabled children
Meryl Richards
December 10, 2024
Health and Wellness
Help! How can I prevent my anxiety hurting my child?
Meryl Richards
April 10, 2025
Health and Wellness
Eating challenges for neurodivergent children
Meryl Richards
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Health and Wellness
Self-Care for parents of children with FASD
Meryl Richards
March 18, 2025
Education & Learning
Five tips to help you advocate for your neurodivergent child at school
Awhi Ngā Mātua
December 20, 2024
Behaviour
Autistic children are more likely to be bullied - Here’s what to do about it
Meryl Richards
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Awhi Updates
How have Whaikaha's changes impacted you?
Emily Writes
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Health and Wellness
How do I stop my child wetting the bed?
Tam Clemerson
November 11, 2024
Health and Wellness
My teenager wants to have a boyfriend/girlfriend, but I think they might get hurt - what can I do?
Meryl Richards
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Health and Wellness
My child has lost their parent – what can I do to help them?
Meryl Richards
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Behaviour
Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome (PDA) and toileting
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Health and Wellness
What is hyperfocus? What is hyperfixation?
Tam Clemerson
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Awhi Updates
The real impact of funding changes to respite care
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How do you get a teacher aide?
Meryl Richards
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Funding and Support
What's an IEP and how do I do one?
Awhi Ngā Mātua
Transition to Adulthood
Alternatives to Welfare Guardianship
Nicolina Newcombe
Funding and Support
How to apply for the Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Grant
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Health and Wellness
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How can I help my PDA child thrive at school?
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What is available to help my child with their learning challenges?
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