Whanautaka Kāi Tahu
Tauiti mai ki tēnei rauemi hapūtaka o Kāi Tahu.
Welcome to this resource for Whānau who wish to learn about Kāi Tahu customary birthing practices.
This online resource has been produced to assist whānau to connect with our Kāi Tahu tīpuna knowledge and practices relating to pregnancy, and birthing, as well as needed support tools for whānau who have lost babies through miscarriage or stillbirth.
Select your area of interest by clicking on the button below or from the main menu.
Check out Frankie, Rāwā and Hiwa i te Rangi and their stunning birth story.
Head to the Pūrākau Whānau/Whānau Stories tab to read more.
Plus, watch their documentary, Trans and Pregnant, on TVNZ 1 at 7.30pm on the 11th of November 2024 and on TVNZ OnDemand.
Introduction to Kai Tahu Birthing Practices
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Oriori
Listen to a wide range of oriori composed by Kai Tahu mothers, including interviews and lyrics.
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Pūrākau Whānau - Whānau Stories
Read about traditional birthing practices and how you can contact midwives.
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Kaiwhakawhānau me Kaimahi Toi - Māori Midwives and Artists
Read about midwives in your area who support traditional birthing practices.
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Rauemi - Resources
Access resources for midwives and mothers wishing to explore traditional birthing practice.