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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.
How I did it: Ele Quigan on having two kids in quick succession
Ele Quigan shares how she and her husband navigated the finances of having two kids within 15 months
How I did it: Mela Lush on becoming a founder on parental leave
Mela Lush shares her experience jumping into entrepreneurship from parental leave
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 I did it: Andrew on becoming a financial mentor
How Andrew became a financial mentor to help Kiwis with money troubles
The ultimate guide to parental leave for Kiwi employers
A guidebook for employers with actionable steps to support employees during parental leave
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
Part One: A Parent’s Guide to Asset and Estate Planning
Introducing the only guide you need as a parent to asset and estate planning
Part Two: Asset and Estate Planning 101
Breaking down what an asset and estate plan is and how it fits into your life plan
Part Three: Talking About Asset and Estate Planning
How to bring up the awkward topic of asset and estate planning with your partner
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