Guided Tour of Hawke's Bay Maternity Unit

Explore the Maternity Wards before the big day!

Know where to go |Take some of the unknown out of the day | Making the unfamiliar feel a little more familiar.

Join me for a relaxed, guided look around the labour and postnatal rooms at Hawke's Bay Hospital.

You'll get familiar with where to go when the big day arrives, see the spaces you may spend time in, find out where to grab a cuppa (and those all-important ice chips), and pick up practical tips for creating a calm, personalised birthing space that feels right for you.

This isn't just a walk-through. It's a chance to make the unfamiliar feel a little more familiar, ask questions along the way, and hopefully head home feeling more confident about what to expect.

Tours are held monthly on Saturday mornings at 10am and take approximately 45–60 minutes. Partners and support people are very welcome.

Tours are offered on a koha basis

There is no set fee for the tour. You're welcome to give what feels appropriate to you.

Your contribution helps towards the time and travel involved in making these guided tours available to Hawke's Bay families each month.

Spaces are limited.

Guided Maternity Unit Tour Dates – 2026

8th November - NOTE: Sunday 1pm

5th December

2027 Guided Tour Dates

Saturday 16th January
Saturday 13th February
Saturday 6th March
Saturday 3rd April
Saturday 8th May
Saturday 5th June
Saturday 3rd July
Saturday 7th August
Saturday 4th September
Saturday 2nd October
Saturday 6th November
Saturday 4th December

Time: 10.00am
Location: Hastings Maternity Unit

Tours usually take around 45–60 minutes.

Guided tours are offered on a koha basis rather than having a set fee. You're welcome to give whatever feels appropriate to you. Your koha helps towards the time and travel involved in making these monthly tours available.

Please email to secure your space.