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Well Child Tamariki Ora

by Health New Zealand

Free health and development visits for every child from a few weeks old up to 5 years.

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The scoop

The Well Child Tamariki Ora programme is a series of health visits and support that's free to all families, from around 6 weeks up to 5 years of age.

It includes the free B4 School Check, a health and development check for 4-year-olds.

How to claim it

  1. 1

    Your midwife usually refers you to a Well Child Tamariki Ora provider.

  2. 2

    Book visits with your provider (such as Plunket) on the recommended schedule.

Who qualifies

  • All families in New Zealand
  • Free from about 6 weeks to 5 years

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