- About us
We’re here to walk alongside you through every stage of your hapūtanga (pregnancy) and beyond — offering care grounded in aroha, respect, and connection.
With many years of combined experience, Nikki and Alison provide holistic, personalised care that honours the unique needs of wāhine and whānau.
Based in the heart of Highbury at the Te Aroha Noa Community Centre, we’re proud to be part of a wider kaupapa that supports the wellbeing of whānau. Whether you're just beginning your pregnancy journey, preparing for birth, or adjusting to life with your pēpi, we’re here to offer calm, skilled support you can trust.
Meet the midwives
If looking for a midwife, please call during business hours or inquire by email at any time, and we'll get back to you as soon as we possible!
Nikki Murtagh
Midwife
Nikki is a midwife with many years of experience providing compassionate, skilled care to wāhine and whānau. She brings a calm, reassuring presence and is dedicated to walking alongside you with care that honours your choices and your unique journey.
Her focus is on creating safe, connected spaces where you feel heard, supported, and confident to ask questions and make informed decisions. Nikki is passionate about midwifery that uplifts, empowers, and celebrates the strength of women and their whānau.
Alison Nelson
Midwife
Alison is an experienced midwife who brings kindness, knowledge, and a calm presence to her care. She takes the time to get to know you, listens carefully, and builds strong, trusting relationships with the families she supports. Having worked in both rural and city settings, Alison understands that every pregnancy is different.
She offers care that respects your choices and supports what matters most to you and your whānau. Alison believes that pregnancy and birth are life-changing moments, and she feels honoured to walk alongside you with steady, caring support.