Mrs Allen said she was surprised how popular the site became. "Within five days there were 500 likes and I realised that there was a real need for it among mums. So it just grew from there."
The page now has more than 3,700 likes. Mrs Allen said it worked by people posting questions on the page and those following it giving answers. The page was her way to keep the community spirit strong in Hawkes Bay.
"It's bringing up the next generation with community spirit and I think that's a huge gift you can give your children. It just shows there is a need for this sort of online community in a day and age where some communities aren't so strong."
She said she was surprised and humbled to be nominated. "I guess I feel I'm doing my bit for the community. I didn't expect any nomination of any kind."
