Wellbeing

We focus on health, social and environmental factors that influence people's journey through life, particularly maternal and child health.

perspective

13.11.2023

A missing piece

Not all mums-to-be have their own mamas around during their new journey into parenthood. And whether by choice or not, this can be challenging. Dr...

Wellbeing

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evidence brief

30.10.2023

Childhood obesity: reducing the risk through early life measures

Wellbeing

Evidence to policy

This evidence brief focuses on how early life nutrition, including prenatal exposures, caregiver feeding practices and childhood eating behaviours, contributes to overweight and obesity risk in children.

media release

30.10.2023

We are what, when and how we eat

Wellbeing

A high proportion of children in Aotearoa New Zealand are overweight or obese prompting a new report on the causes of the problem and ways parents and healthcare providers can tackle it.

update

30.09.2023

A tribute to Distinguished Professor Richie Poulton

Wellbeing

New Zealand has lost an intellectual giant with the passing of Distinguished Professor Richie Poulton.

update

24.09.2023

A tribute to Chloe Wright, a remarkable woman and philanthropist

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Chloe Wright, a cherished member of our Koi Tū family and a remarkable donor to our organisation.

update

31.07.2023

Vacancy: Research Assistant for Knowledge Hub for Maternal and Child Health

Wellbeing

We are seeking a research assistant on a fixed-term 12-month contract to undertake literature reviews and write synthesis reports for the Knowledge Hub for Maternal and Child Health.

evidence brief

26.06.2023

Ahead of the game: Why play is the key to children’s future success

Wellbeing

Evidence to policy

Play is an excellent way to help children's brains grow and develop important cognitive, socioemotional and physical skills.

media release

26.06.2023

Brain development is child’s play

Wellbeing

Evidence to policy

With brain imaging studies showing children grow more grey matter if they are stimulated by play, it’s a no-brainer to give caregivers every opportunity to maximise the fun.

perspective

16.05.2023

How are you feeling, Dad?

Wellbeing

Welcoming a new member into the family can be an exciting but overwhelming time for dads as they adjust to a new family dynamic, while trying to support their partner.

Knowledge Hub for Maternal and Child Health

We aim to help policy makers, healthcare practitioners, service providers and other decision makers reach evidence-informed decisions based on the latest available knowledge across all disciplines relevant to maternal, infant and child health.

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