by Jacqui Stanford | Aug 4, 2026 | Bellyful News, Uncategorised, Volunteer Stories, Whānau Stories
When a Bellyful volunteer knocked on Riika’s door during COVID, she thought she was simply receiving a few meals. Five years later, as Branch Coordinator of Bellyful Whitianga, Riika can see that knock gave her something even more important: connection, friendship and...
by Jacqui Stanford | Jun 19, 2026 | Bellyful News, Volunteer Stories
Jacqui Jago and Pippa Wetzell (far right) were honoured for 15 years’ service at the Heart Awards Dinner. Also pictured (L-R) Bellyful Founder Jacqui Ritchie, Board Chair Fiona Wilson and CE Sheena Revington. “The quiet force behind so much of...
by Jacqui Stanford | Jun 15, 2026 | Bellyful News, Volunteer Stories, Whānau Stories
At Kidz First Children’s Hospital in South Auckland, families arrive every day carrying far more than overnight bags. Some have travelled from Pukekohe. Others from Ōtara, East Auckland and across the wider South Auckland community. What they share is the same worry...
by Jacqui Stanford | May 4, 2026 | Bellyful News, Whānau Stories
“I was a mum, with two under two. I didn’t realise how challenging it would be.” When Laila welcomed her second baby, life quickly became a juggle. With a newborn and a toddler at home, and her partner working full time — and spending his spare time renovating their...
by Jacqui Stanford | Feb 9, 2026 | Whānau Stories
When Charlotte heard about Bellyful at a mothers’ group, she was already carrying more than most people could see. “I had post-partum depression and as a first-time mum I didn’t realise how different it would be adjusting to a new ‘normal’. Even the littlest of help...
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