17 June 2026

A young girl with down syndrome is blowing bubbles in the garden

For whānau of intellectually disabled, neurodivergent and medically fragile tamariki.

 
A mother and daughter with animal face painting

What FASD advocacy looks like: This is the first in our new series from parent and advocate Karena Findlay about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. (Read time: 6 mins)

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My son’s speech language journey: Northland mum Amy shares how discovering GLP has been a gamechanger for her boy. (Read time: 5 mins)

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Sex education resources

Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa wants to hear from you about helping disabled and neurodivergent rangatahi understand sexual health and wellbeing. Your feedback will directly influence new training and resources for whānau and teachers. There are $50 Prezzy cards up for grabs as a thanks for your time.

Click here to share your thoughts
Sexual Wellbeing survey

In the meantime, our friends at the IHC Library have suggested a number of books you can borrow. This service is completely free - books will be posted to you at your home along with a courier bag, so you can send it back whenever you're ready, or renew if you want more time. No late fees. Too easy!

📖 Books for adults
📖 Books on puberty
A selection of books about sexual wellbeing and intellectual disability
 

What do you wish more parents knew?

Sharing your voice and experience helps others feel less alone. Whether it's advice on getting a diagnosis or funding, managing burnout, or any other topic, please drop us a line at hello@awhingamatua.org.nz

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