Whānau Compass

Guiding parents, growing connection

At Whānau Compass, we believe strong parent-child relationships are at the heart of a thriving whānau. That’s why we bring together practical tips, expert guidance, and professionally approved products and resources - from tools to support your tamariki to calm-down to fresh ideas for connection.

This is your space to connect, learn, and remember that what matters most isn’t perfection, it’s the love and connection we build with our kids every day.

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When Worries Show Up at Bedtime

When the lights go out, worries often show up. With calm routines, gentle kōrero, and loving connection, we can help tamariki settle into sleep feeling safe, loved, and ready for tomorrow.

When Worries Show Up at Bedtime

When the lights go out, worries often show up. With calm routines, gentle kōrero, and loving connection, we can help tamariki settle into sleep feeling safe, loved, and ready for tomorrow.
Little Helpers, Big Hearts: Why Chores Build More Than Clean Houses

Getting our tamariki doing chores isn't just about a clean house - it's about raising capable, confident tamariki who know their efforts matter. With empathy, encouragement, and teamwork, everyday jobs become life lessons.

Little Helpers, Big Hearts: Why Chores Build More Than Clean Houses

Getting our tamariki doing chores isn't just about a clean house - it's about raising capable, confident tamariki who know their efforts matter. With empathy, encouragement, and teamwork, everyday jobs become life lessons.
Friendships and Falling-Outs: Supporting Tamariki Through Social Ups and Downs

Friendship ups and downs are part of growing up, but they can feel huge for our tamariki. Here’s how we can walk alongside them with empathy, tools, and support to help them navigate conflict, loss, and healing.

Friendships and Falling-Outs: Supporting Tamariki Through Social Ups and Downs

Friendship ups and downs are part of growing up, but they can feel huge for our tamariki. Here’s how we can walk alongside them with empathy, tools, and support to help them navigate conflict, loss, and healing.