Browsing by Author "Ware F"

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    COVID-19 and Indigenous knowledge and leadership: (Re)centring public health curricula to address inequities
    (Elsevier B.V on behalf of the Public Health Association of Australia, 2021-02) Severinsen C; Ware F; Came H; Murray L
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    COVID‐19 and Indigenous knowledge and leadership: (Re)centring public health curricula to address inequities
    (Elsevier B.V, 2023-02-27) Severinsen C; Ware F; Came H; Murray L
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    Enhancing maternal sleep health in Aotearoa New Zealand: insights from the Wāhi Kōrero platform
    (Taylor and Francis Group on behalf of the Royal Society of New Zealand, 2025-07-03) Walsh Z; Muller D; Signal TL; Breheny M; Severinsen C; Ware F; Reweti A
    Maternal sleep health is crucial for maternal wellbeing, particularly maternal mental health which has implications for the wellbeing of children, families and whānau. In Aotearoa New Zealand, the Well Child Tamariki Ora (WCTO) service provides a unique opportunity to support mothers, their families, and whānau by providing education on sleep health for both mothers and children. However, there is a need for a deeper understanding of mothers' experiences with WCTO and the sleep information they receive to enhance these services. This primary research used data gathered from the Wāhi Kōrero online story-sharing platform, with 181 stories focusing specifically on sleep. Using thematic analysis, three key themes were identified: maternal instinct as a guide in navigating child sleep practices, promoting strength-based rather than deficit-focused approaches, and the necessity to move beyond rigid, monocultural service models. Findings underscore the importance of tailoring maternal and child health services to better meet the needs and perspectives of mothers, their families, and whānau, particularly in the areas of sleep and maternal mental health. Implications of findings for future policy and practice are discussed, including developing strength-based, culturally responsive approaches within services like WCTO, and adapting policy to support more flexible, whānau-centred models of care.
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    Missed Opportunities for Addressing Maternal Mental Health: A Thematic Analysis of Mothers' Experiences of Using the Well Child Tamariki Ora Service in Aotearoa NZ
    (Hindawi collaboration with John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2024-03-23) Clapham B; Breheny M; Reweti A; Severinsen C; Ware F; Aydin M
    Maternal mental health plays a vital role in the overall wellbeing of mothers, children, families, whānau (core support network) and communities. However, many mothers face mental health challenges during the transition to parenthood. In this study, we used an online story-sharing platform to collect the experiences of mothers who have faced unmet needs while using the Well Child Tamariki Ora (WCTO) service in Aotearoa New Zealand. From the 420 submitted stories, 125 stories related to mental health need while using the WCTO service. Using thematic analysis, we identified three main themes that highlighted the experiences of mothers with the service. This includes (1) making it seem that I'm coping: Mothers' fear of being judged; (2) i wish I had connected with my WCTO nurse: Fostering meaningful relationships to facilitate personal information sharing; and (3) beyond the baby: Mothers desire for recognition and support during WCTO visits. These findings point to several missed opportunities for WCTO providers to inquire about mental health and offer support needed by mothers. To address this, a relational approach to care would prioritise families and whānau as the focus of care rather than just monitoring the development of babies.
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    Wāhi Kōrero: The Development of an Online Story-Sharing Research Platform for Health Research
    (SAGE Publications, 2025-05-30) Severinsen C; Breheny M; Reweti A; Ware F
    Storytelling has the power to forge connections and foster empathy, providing insights into shared human experiences. In the digital age, online platforms offer opportunities to amplify historically underrepresented voices. This article introduces Wāhi Kōrero, a bespoke online story-sharing platform designed to collect stories from people whose experiences are often absent from health research. Wāhi Kōrero was developed through a collaborative approach between Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers and web designers, prioritizing ethical considerations, cultural respect, and inclusivity. Wāhi Kōrero provides a safe and welcoming space for people to share their experiences, crafted in their own words, with minimal researcher involvement. Analyzing these stories can reveal the structural inequities that shape personal experiences with health professionals. The platform’s transformative impact extends to power dynamics, political discourse, and knowledge production. Wāhi Kōrero works toward a collectively determined health research agenda, elevating the voices of health service users and validating their expertise in their own lives and health. Ultimately, Wāhi Kōrero exemplifies the changing landscape of online information access, presentation, and control, paving the way for a more equitable and inclusive approach to health research and practice.