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The Surprising Parental Leave Rule You Probably Don't Know About
Going on parental leave can affect the value of annual leave—even if you take just a single day of partner's leave.
They did what?! Strategies for parents to tackle pregnancy discrimination in the workplace
Practical actions you can take if you experience pregnancy discrimination at work.
The ultimate financial prep guide to starting a family
The Curve and Crayon on what you can do to prepare financially for having a child
Should you return to paid work after parental leave?
kōura and Crayon on what to consider if you’re debating returning to paid work
The unexpected costs of having a child in New Zealand
kōura and Crayon on why an emergency fund becomes even more critical for parents.
The cost of raising a child by age and stage
kōura and Crayon on the biggest expenses at each age and stage - and what you can do about it.
Investing for your kids: what should you do?
kōura and Crayon on the best way to set aside a nest egg for your little one.
Postpartum Support: Part 1 - Building Your Village
Even superheroes need help - learn what’s available in New Zealand to support new parents
Postpartum Support: Part 2 - Medical Support
A directory of public and private medical services to help new parents and their newborns thrive
Postpartum Support: Part 3 - New Parent Support
The types of in-home and specialist support available to help new parents and their babies.
Onside with the IRD: how to prevent tax woes on parental leave
How to avoid a tax bill from the IRD after parental leave
Paycheck surprise: The impact of parental leave on annual leave in New Zealand
Understanding how taking parental leave affects your annual leave in New Zealand - and what you can do about it
How to manage your mortgage on parental leave: Tips for reducing the financial strain
Actions you can take to reduce the stress of servicing your mortgage while on parental leave
Crayon Conversations: raising financially responsible kids
How to teach your child core money concepts
Find your family home: A wish list for parents
A list of things you might not have valued in a family home before you had kids!
Parental leave: How to navigate curveballs in the NZ parental leave legislation
Navigate the curveballs in the New Zealand parental leave legislation
Hidden costs of pregnancy: Pelvic floor injuries
Pelvic floor injuries 101 and ACC changes that have improved coverage for women
Crayon Conversations: Responsible investing for kiwi parents
How to invest responsibly - and avoid the greenwashing
Crayon Conversations: Money conversations with your partner
How to have those oh-so-tricky money conversations with your partner
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