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02/12/2025Chenae Longstaff
Chenae is a registered Calmbirth educator in New Zealand. She has worked as a midwife since 2018, both in the community and hospital. Chenae loves working with couples during this sacred journey and has a passion for educating couples on physiological birth. She brings this passion into her work as a Calmbirth educator with the intention of helping as many people as she can feel comfortable and excited about the birth of their baby.
Chenae creates a relaxed and safe space, sharing information where couples can explore intentions and fears, build trust and prepare for the incredible event that is birth and mothering/parenting your newborn.
Chenae is currently offering classes for couples in the Taranaki and King Country area.
For more information or to make an appointment with Chenae [email protected]
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