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As we move into May, our focus turns to supporting gut health and easing nausea, with gentle movement and calming practices designed to help the body settle. Through yoga, qigong and mindfulness, and our other movement classes, we’ll explore simple ways to soothe the digestive and nervous systems, reduce discomfort, and support a greater sense of ease day to day.
We welcome you to our upcoming Q&A on Understanding Bowel Cancer, offering clear, practical information alongside a supportive space for connection, questions, and shared understanding.
You are also invited to join our in-person Community Classes, held in locations across the motu, or to take part from home through our online supportive skincare and hair sessions, accessible wherever you are.
Community Classes
Our community classes share practical skincare and appearance tips to help manage the impact of treatment while connecting you with others who understand. Classes are available across the motu including spaces available in Whangarei, Auckland - Central, Auckland - West, Auckland - East, Auckland - South, Warkworth, Whakātane, Tauranga, New Plymouth, Kapiti Coast, and Cromwell. Join us for connection, care and a confidence boost.
Natasha, Rachelle, Brenda and Kim share their experiences of attending their Feel Better Class.
"Amazing experience! The session was perfectly organised. Eleanor & Denise created such a welcoming and fun atmosphere for us, I especially loved the chance to connect with other attendees in such a positive environment. I would highly recommend it to others walking on this cancer journey. Thank you!"- Community Class Participant
Online Skincare Classes
At times when travelling to centres can be challenging, with medical appointments, unsettled weather, and rising petrol costs to manage, please remember you are always welcome to join us online from the comfort of your own home. Our free online sessions on skincare, make up, and hair loss including Hair Loss & Regrowth, Skincare Support, and our Brow Focus classes, offer practical, gentle support during treatment and recovery.
Q&A: Understanding Bowel Cancer
If you or someone you care about is facing a bowel cancer diagnosis, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start or what to expect. This online class with Nurse Victoria Thompson from Bowel Cancer New Zealand covers symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and the practical and emotional support available for you and your whānau. Victoria brings specialist nursing expertise and a grounded, compassionate approach to help you feel informed and less alone. You will leave with clearer answers, greater confidence, and a better sense of the next steps ahead.
Supporting our Gut & Nausea Symptoms | Soothe & Settle
Online Mind & Movement Classes
Our free online mind and movement classes provide gentle support during treatment and recovery. Yoga Nidra brings deep relaxation and nervous system calm and will now be in our programme fortnightly from Tuesday, 19th May. Qigong offers gentle movements and breath to help soothe the nervous system, release tension, and support a sense of ease, while Mindfulness provides calming practices to steady the mind, settle racing thoughts, and support emotional wellbeing.
"This was an excellent session, really lifted my energy levels and feeling of peace in only 30 minutes. Amazing and highly recommended." - Yoga Nidra Participant
"It was just what I needed. I was really nervous about getting an injection later that day and I was able to use the box breathing to calm myself during it. It then went better than expected." - Mindfulness participant
"Thank you LGFB and to the facilitators. It makes such a difference to me. I suffer from constant pain of varying degrees. The gentle movements help relieve the pain and enable me to move more easily. Thank you." - Qigong participant
On-Demand: Reset & Restore - Breathwork for Calm
Feeling tense, overwhelmed, or like your body just won’t settle can be a common experience, especially at the end of the day. This guided breathwork session offers a gentle way to slow down, reconnect with your breath, and support your nervous system through a combination of calming and deeper breathing techniques.
Podcast: Managing Anxiety & Sleep with Lance Burdett
We are wired to worry, but you can work on worrying, or you can work on what’s worrying you, says cancer survivor and crisis expert Lance Burdett. The former lead crisis negotiator for New Zealand Police offers tips for dealing with anxiety and aiding sleep during challenging times.
Warning: This episode discusses mental health, depression and suicide. Discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is in need of support, contact Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) or The Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) If you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.
Small change. Big difference.
We all know how sobering cancer can be. This July, going Dry is a simple way to turn that awareness into real support. Your month alcohol-free helps fund everyday cancer support for the visible and invisible impacts of cancer, when it’s needed most. Choose to go dry in July, share your journey with friends, whānau or your workplace, and make a real difference. Every step helps provide free cancer support across New Zealand.
Explore what feels right for you
We are always here to help you find the support that makes a difference to you today; whether that is a class, a conversation, or simply knowing you are not alone.
We are committed to keeping all our programmes free, though they are not cost-free to deliver. If you are in a position to give, your support helps make sure others can experience the same care and confidence.
We also love hearing from you. If there is a topic, you would like us to cover or something that would support you better, please let us know as we are passionate that this programme is for you. You can reach us on 0800 865 432 or at info@lgfb.co.nz for registration, suggestions, or any questions.
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