A practical resource that supports whānau experiencing baby loss

Oxytocin Trust has set up Manaaki Mats out in the community. These can be used by any whānau experiencing baby loss (including babies up to one year of age).

Te Whatu Ora are providing this resource for those experiencing baby loss whilst at Hutt Hospital.

Why use Manaaki Mats?

Manaaki Mats are a simple resource that slow down the natural changes that occur after death by keeping the body cool. Using Manaaki Mats gives whānau choices of how to care for their baby and more time to keep their baby close before burial or cremation. These mats can be used in hospital, at home and during travel.

If you, or whānau you are working with, would like to use these community Manaaki Mats, please contact any of the following Oxytocin Squad volunteers (who are all trained in using Manaaki Mats):

Megan Telfar on 021 136 1795
Vida Rye on 04 589 7802
Emily Innes on 021 116 9194