Modern Midwifery

Modern Midwifery Registered Midwives located in central Taupo. Providing all aspects of midwifery care to women in the Taupo region.

Phone: Donna Little 0273160121
Toni-Leigh 021 1444224 The miracle of new life has never ceased to amaze me and I feel incredibly privileged to be part of this very special time in the lives of so many amazing women and their families. I believe that each woman is an individual with unique needs, this belief ensures personalised care. I enjoy the continuity of care that the New Zealand model of midwifery allows me to practise. I hope to enhance the birth experience through knowledgeable, research based practice with a caring, holistic approach.This is achieved through education, support, information sharing and partnership.

Free Tetanus & Whooping Cough Vaccines for Pregnant women and People Over 45Tetanus is a serious disease caused by bacte...
11/11/2025

Free Tetanus & Whooping Cough Vaccines for Pregnant women and People Over 45

Tetanus is a serious disease caused by bacteria entering wounds. It leads to painful muscle stiffness, lockjaw, and can be life-threatening. Vaccination is the best protection.

A whooping cough epidemic was also announced in Aotearoa New Zealand on 22 November 2024. Whooping cough spreads easily and can cause severe illness, especially in babies, young children, and older adults.

Symptoms include:
Breathing difficulties
Severe coughing fits (sometimes called the "100-day cough")
Risk of pneumonia, seizures, and other complications

The BOOSTRIX vaccine protects against both tetanus and whooping cough (plus diphtheria). Vaccination reduces your risk of severe illness and helps keep others safe.

BOOSTRIX is FREE for eligible individuals:
Anyone needing a tetanus booster due to a wound
Pregnant people (from 13 weeks in each pregnancy)
Some people aged 45 *
Everyone aged 65 *
(Ask our pharmacists if you qualify)*

Our trained pharmacist vaccinators can answer your questions and provide the vaccine.
Book now or walk in today!

Unichem MainStreet Taupo Pharmacy
07 378 2636

This week is baby loss awareness week. This morning, the lovely Steph from the Taupo branch of Sands called in and dropp...
15/10/2025

This week is baby loss awareness week. This morning, the lovely Steph from the Taupo branch of Sands called in and dropped these delicious cupcakes in for us at Modern Midwifery. Today, we send much love and light to those little souls who sadly, were destined for heaven, and we acknowledge the huge hurt and loss left on the hearts of those left behind. Thank you Steph. X 💜
https://givealittle.co.nz/org/sands 🫶

15/10/2025

This week is baby loss awareness week. This morning, the lovely Steph from the Taupo branch of Sands called in and dropped these delicious cupcakes in for us at Modern Midwifery. Today, we send much love and light to those little souls who sadly, were destined for heaven, and we acknowledge the huge hurt and loss left on the hearts of those left behind. Thank you Steph. X 💜

This week is baby loss awareness week. This morning, the lovely Steph from the Taupo branch of Sands called in and dropped these delicious cupcakes in for us at Modern Midwifery. Today, we send much love and light to those little souls who sadly, were destined for heaven, and we acknowledge the huge hurt and loss left on the hearts of those left behind. Thank you Steph. X 💜

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/sands 🫶


https://givealittle.co.nz/org/sands 🫶

On Saturday morning, a first-time mamma broke her waters, and a little time later, contractions followed. Labour was pr...
13/10/2025

On Saturday morning, a first-time mamma broke her waters, and a little time later, contractions followed. Labour was progressing nicely. There was a little breakdown in communication and mamma and papa got the timing wrong for calling the midwife, they left it until the baby was ‘coming out’ before calling the midwife. So, baby girl was born at home, unplanned 😁. What a story to tell! Mamma was simply awesome, and daddy was a little shell-shocked 😆, but they were so proud that baby girl had arrived safe and sound. There wasn’t much for the midwife to do by the time mummy, daddy and baby arrived at the maternity unit. Just a placenta to deliver! Congratulations and happy born at home day baby girl.

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Last Wednesday, 8th October, Western Wednesday in fact 😁, the cutest little cowboy arrived earthside. His mamma was an ...
13/10/2025

Last Wednesday, 8th October, Western Wednesday in fact 😁, the cutest little cowboy arrived earthside. His mamma was an absolute powerhouse. This first-time mamma did a massive load of work at home, lovingly supported by her mamma and hubby. After heading into maternity, well established in labour, she quietly laboured away, so focused, so dedicated to her baby. The time came to push and mamma did a bloody awesome job of pushing, but little cowboy didn’t make it easy on mamma. Time was called and transfer to Rotorua was made. Little man was super low, we could see his little head and dark wisps of hair, so close, but just not able to get over the line. With some better pain relief on board, mamma dug deep, she was able to give us one final push and with a helping hand from the doctor little man's head was born…. and there, the problem with his final descent was seen… Baby boy must have been practising his roping skills and had got himself a little bit tied up in his cord, which was so tight around his neck that he could not get out. His cord needed to be clamped and cut first to get his body out… Not something you see every day! He was a little bit stunned, but after a little bit of help from the baby doctor, little man was ready to get back on the horse and meet his mummy and daddy for cuddles – and his nanny, waiting anxiously outside of theatre. What an awesome family, now with a new baby boy, so loved and cherished.

During the evening of the 28th September, a second-time mamma started to get the familiar niggles of early labour. The ...
13/10/2025

During the evening of the 28th September, a second-time mamma started to get the familiar niggles of early labour. The niggles came and went during the night, but by 7am the following morning, 29th September, contractions were now regular and getting much stronger. Mamma stayed at home as long as she could, and then the time came for her and hubby to head into Maternity. Labour had established, and now this beautiful couple really showed us what they were made of. They were the A team for sure! With hypnobirthing their go-to coping strategy. Mamma quietly and calmly rocked her labour, her loving hubby forever by her side, encouraging her, empowering her. Dilation ticked along slowly, but normally. Mamma remained focused and strong, and the hours passed by. At 3:13pm waters spontaneously broke, and then at 3:20pm a baby boy was born. Mamma did an awesome job in bringing him into the world. And daddy did a pretty good job too. Fantastic support from start to finish. Two brothers, going to be best buddies for sure.

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On the 22nd September, a second time mamma and her partner headed to Rotorua for an induction of labour, as bubs was a l...
13/10/2025

On the 22nd September, a second time mamma and her partner headed to Rotorua for an induction of labour, as bubs was a little too comfy inside and showing no signs of arrival. The induction process is no easy task, and can take a reasonable amount of time to allow for labour to establish. This was true for this awesome mamma who just wanted to meet her baby girl, safely on the outside. It took a while, but finally, signs were there to say labour was underway. During the wee small hours of September 23rd, the LMC was called and immediately made their way over to Rotorua. Not in keeping with the prior trend of not wanting to arrive, baby girl suddenly got a bit of a spurt on, and she was in proud a daddy’s arms when the LMC arrived. From the phone call to get the LMC on the way and bubs arrival, it 32 minutes! 5cm dilated to 10cm dilated and a baby out in 32 minutes!! Now that’s impressive. Baby girl did get a bit of a shock with her rapid delivery and needed a little bit of help to stabilise herself in the outside world, but just like her mamma, she showed her mighty strength and soon came around. A gorgeous wee girl joins her awesome big brother to complete this cute little family. Congratulations and welcome to the world, sweet baby girl.

On the 19th September, the day had finally arrived for a beautiful second time mamma to meet her baby boy. Undergoing a...
13/10/2025

On the 19th September, the day had finally arrived for a beautiful second time mamma to meet her baby boy. Undergoing an elective C-section, the cutest little man arrived safe and sound as planned. This little one joins his big brother; they will no doubt become the best little hunters, following in the steps, hopefully quietly, of their daddy. Welcome to the world little one.

On the 13th September just before midnight a first-time mamma arrived at Taupo Maternity in the throes of labour. Lovin...
13/10/2025

On the 13th September just before midnight a first-time mamma arrived at Taupo Maternity in the throes of labour. Lovingly supported by her partner, mamma had rocked most of her labour at home. A quick check confirmed that this awesome woman had indeed become well established in labour. The TENS machine had done a great job in helping with contractions, but now the warmth and comfort of pool was beckoning. Not long after 3am on the 14th, waters broke and expedited the progress of labour. Mamma so strong and controlled, and daddy watching on in awe, with a reassuring arm on mum’s shoulder or a cool cloth for her brow. In a little less than an hour, the most gorgeous wee boy was born ever-so gently in the pool and up into his mamma's loving arms, bringing tears to daddy's eyes (okay and the midwife’s), so proud of his partner and so in love with his new baby boy. Congratulations to this awesome little family.

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29a Taupo View Road
Taupo
3330

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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+64211444224

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The miracle of new life has never ceased to amaze me and I feel incredibly privileged to be part of this very special time in the lives of so many amazing women and their families. I believe that each woman is an individual with unique needs, this belief ensures personalised care. I enjoy the continuity of care that the New Zealand model of midwifery allows me to practise. I hope to enhance the birth experience through knowledgeable, research based practice with a caring, holistic approach.This is achieved through education, support, information sharing and partnership.