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Pregnancy programme

Are you pregnant?
Congratulations!
Register with baby's due date to get the right information at the right time.

Birth to 2 programme

Have you recently had a baby?
Congratulations!
Enrol with baby's birth date to receive text messages for baby's growth and development over the first 21 months.

5 Languages

TextMATCH messages are available in Te Reo Māori, Chinese, Korean, Japanese and English.

Eat well & keep active

TextMATCH sends weekly messages and reminders to keep active and give you ideas on how to eat healthy.

Support for whānau

Partners, whānau, and caregivers can also join TextMATCH to help support you and your baby.

Safe messages

All TextMATCH messages are reviewed by health professionals, aligned with national guidelines, and translated by cultural representatives.

TextMATCH service

Are you needing ideas on what to eat during pregnancy or what to feed baby?
Would you like motivating messages that help get you and baby moving?
Choose one of our programmes today.
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Get textMATCH for whānau to help mum and baby keep healthy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TextMATCH?

TextMATCH is a free text message service that supports MATernal (Mums) and CHild (babies) health through pregnancy and your baby’s first 21 months.

You’ll receive short, easy-to-read messages with tips on:
• Healthy eating and staying active
• Baby care and development
• Feeding and breastfeeding
• Wellbeing and support

Messages are matched to your stage, so you get the right information at the right time.

Who can sign up?

You can join TextMATCH if you:
• Live in Auckland, North Shore, West Auckland, or Rodney
• Have a New Zealand mobile phone number
• Are pregnant, supporting someone pregnant, or caring for a baby under 21 months

When will I receive my first message?

Your first message will usually arrive within 1week after registering, except during the holiday period (3rd week of December and 1st week of January.

Can partners or family members sign up too?

Yes. Partners, whānau, and caregivers can also sign up to receive TextMATCH messages for free.

How do I know the information is reliable?

TextMATCH content is reviewed by health professionals and follows national health guidelines.

Good to know
• You can stop messages anytime by replying STOP
• Your information is kept private and secure
• Messages are free to receive on most New Zealand mobile plans
• TextMATCH is designed to support, not replace, advice from your healthcare provider

Got more questions? Click here to get in touch with one of our lifestyle coaches!