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The Lauren Dickason trial highlighted some issues we don’t discuss much in New Zealand - the mental health of mothers, for example.

Today, Kristina Grace, founder of the Mothers Helpers support group, urges people to be kinder to mums who might need help. And law expert Professor Chris Gallavin tackles the legal fallout - including whether current justice rules are fit for purpose.

For more information about Mothers Helpers, click here.

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