I am under 18 and have other challenges
I started late antenatal care or did not make use of regular antenatal care
I have or had a short interval between this pregnancy and my previous pregnancy/s
I have or have had difficulties with depression, anxiety, mental health
I have significant difficulties with drugs, alcohol, gambling
My family/ whānau relationships can be problematic and stressful
Oranga Tamariki have in the past been involved with my family/whānau or are currently involved
My baby has needs: pre-maturity; low birth weight; special needs, health & development issues
I have experienced abuse as a child
My partner relationship is difficult at times – I do not feel supported, we argue a lot
I have difficulties with housing, transport and or meeting the expenses of day to day living, e.g. electricity bills, rent, food and clothing.
I and/or my family/whānau have been in trouble with the Police
I struggled at school and left early
I have moved at least twice in the last 12 months
I want to improve my social skills: e.g. feeling good about myself, getting on with others, home management, budgeting, asking for what I need, learning to take care of myself and my family
I do not have a lot of experience or confidence in parenting and want to learn to be a good parent
I do not have many support networks I can rely on