Resources

Crisis Support Numbers

If you are concerned for someone's immediate safety, including yourself or a loved one, call 111.

If you are feeling very distressed or feel like you are in crisis and need to talk to someone urgently please contact one of these services:


Need to talk?
Call or Text 1737 (24/7)


Youthline
0800 376 633 (24/7)


Anxiety NZ
0800 269 4389 (24/7)


Depression Helpline
0800 111 757 (24/7)


Samaritans
0800 726 666 (24/7)


Lifeline
0800 543 354 (7am - midnight)


Suicide Crisis Helpline
0508 828 865 (7am - midnight)


OUTLine Was Gay/Lesbian Line
0800 688 5463 (6–9 pm)


Sleep in Perimenopause & Beyond

If sleep has become more difficult during perimenopause or beyond, this short guide explains why and offers practical strategies to support better rest.


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Articles

I regularly add articles to my website which you can check out here about various topics such as sleep hygiene, coping with anxiety, managing uncertainty, self-care, and other mental health topics.