Booklets - free, downloadable
The publications below are in downloadable format. Some resources are available in hardcopy you can order or purchase from Family Planning's Resource Unit. PO Box 11515, Manners Street, Wellington 6142. Print out, fill in and fax or post the order form to recieve your resources.
New Dads.pdf (7.1MB) - A5 booklet New Dads - for Dads-to-be is designed to give new das a few tips on how to prepare for their new role. It looks at how they might be feeling as they come to grips with the idea of being a dad. It talks about how their relationship might be affected during the pregnancy and after the birth. It also aims to give them some ideas about what they can do to help their partner, and provides a checklist to help prepare for the first few weeks of their baby's life.
This isn't love....this is control.pdf (2.9MB) - the pocket sized fold-out resource seeks to reduce violence and abuse. Aimed to challenge young people to think about their own behaviour and that of their partner, to help understand the danger signs of a relationship abuse, and give them the information about where to go for help if they are in a violent relationship. (Hardcopy available)
Update me.pdf (2.7MB) - Are you female 40+, heterosexual and getting back into dating and relationships? Maybe your marriage or long-term relationship has ended, or maybe you've been single for some time. Whatever your situation, if you find yourself back in the dating game you may need an Upd@te. (Hardcopy available)
Open and Honest.pdf (5.7MB) - A parents guide to talking with your child about sex and sexuality. A5 booklet is designed to help parents/guardians inform and support their child/tamariki develop the attitudes, skills and behaviours they need to become a healthy, happy and responsible sexual adult. It provides information and techniques for parents to grab the moments that present every day to discuss sex, sexuality and relationships with their children. (Hardcopy available)
Open & Honest - Chinese.pdf (2.98MB) - A Chinese translation of the Open & Honest booklet.
Life-long sexuality.pdf (400KB) - A Family Planning pamphlet, focusing on sexual health for the over 60s. It covers physical, emotional and social changes associated with sexuality and aging, sexual health maintenance, and issues around new relationships.
Keeping it safe.pdf (5.85MB) - A booklet for any woman who has sex with women. A practical guide on reducing risks, and maintaining sexual, reproductive and mental health.
Safe Relationships, Safer Sex.pdf (1.01MB) - A booklet for use with people with mild to moderate Learning Disabilities, covering personal and private body parts, places, behaviours, relationship types, and Safer Sex.
Your Choice.pdf (5.66MB) - A booklet that aims to give teenagers a comprehensive read as many become sexually active. It is direct, talks about young people's real experiences and covers issues including sex and sexuality, relationships, pressure, and drugs & alcohol. (Hardcopy available)
Q&A.pdf (3.16MB) - For pubertal-aged young people. Includes physical and emotional changes, reproductive systems, how babies are made, and sensitive handling of sex. (Hardcopy available)