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Government Backs Bill for Extended Three-Day Postnatal Stays

10/11/2025

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The Government supports the Three-Day Postnatal Stay Amendment Bill to extend mothers’ postnatal hospital stays to at least three days.
Catherine Wedd (National Party MP) introduced the Three-Day Postnatal Stay Amendment Bill, which will advance through Parliament.
Health Minister Simeon Brown emphasized the initiative's importance for mothers and babies lacking home support.
Adopting the bill will enable planning to bolster health-system support for families and ensure safe, timely care.

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The Government supports the Three-Day Postnatal Stay Amendment Bill to extend mothers’ postnatal hospital stays to at least three days.
Catherine Wedd (National Party MP) introduced the Three-Day Postnatal Stay Amendment Bill, which will advance through Parliament.
Health Minister Simeon Brown emphasized the initiative's importance for mothers and babies lacking home support.
Adopting the bill will enable planning to bolster health-system support for families and ensure safe, timely care.