Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At The Baby Sleep Practitioners, we believe that online gaming through Paysafecard casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits on your spending before you start playing.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is strictly regulated and available only to players who are 18 years of age or older. All legitimate Paysafecard casinos operating in our region require age verification during account registration. If you are under 18, gambling is illegal and we strongly encourage you not to participate.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when you try to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with money meant for essentials
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflict because of your gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
If any of these apply to you, please reach out for help immediately.
Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable Paysafecard casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Limit the amount of money you're willing to lose in a session
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders at regular intervals to check how long you've been playing
- Session Limits: Set automatic disconnections after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a specified period
Use these tools proactively to protect your wellbeing and maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support Organizations and Resources for New Zealand
If you're concerned about your gambling or need support, these organisations provide confidential help:
New Zealand Resources
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF) — Free counselling and support services
Phone: 0800 664 262 | Website: www.pgf.nz - Gambling Helpline Aotearoa — 24/7 confidential support
Phone: 0800 654 655 | Text: 4934 - Samaritans Aotearoa New Zealand — Emotional support for crisis situations
Phone: 1737 (call or text, free 24/7)
International Resources (if accessing from other regions)
- United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) and GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
- Australia: Gambling Help Online (www.gamblinghelponline.org.au)
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (www.responsiblegambling.org)
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)
Seek Help Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to reach out. Help is available, and recovery is possible. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (0800 664 262) or text 4934 to the Gambling Helpline Aotearoa today. Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek support.