Description:
Information for family and whānau experiencing the death of a baby or child. Sending aroha to you.
We’re committed to continue strengthening Whetūrangitia with up-to-date and truthful information. We hope you find some clarity and answers in the information.
Meaning of Whetūrangitia:
In traditional whaikōrero (oratory speeches) Māori refer to the passing of a person as a ‘star’ that returns to the sky to join the multitude of ancestors. Whetūrangitia means “stars that adorn the sky”. The whakataukī (proverb), “Kua whetūrangitia koe”, in this context means, “Return, take your place amongst the stars along with your ancestors that adorn the sky”.
Services:
Information/ Resources for Miscarriage: https://wheturangitia.services.govt.nz/miscarriage
Information/ Resources for Stillbirth: https://wheturangitia.services.govt.nz/stillbirth
Information/ Resources for Fetal Abnormality: https://wheturangitia.services.govt.nz/fetal-abnormality
Information/ Resources for Neonatal death: https://wheturangitia.services.govt.nz/neonatal-death
Information/ Resources for Infant or child death: https://wheturangitia.services.govt.nz/infant-or-child-death