Red Nose is a national charity working to save little lives and support families impacted by the death of a baby or child. We rely on the generosity of the community through Red Nose Day and other fundraising events, and our partnerships with small businesses and corporations. Our Grief and Loss services and Indigenous programs are partly funded by Commonwealth Read more...

Based on the popular Royal Children’s Hospital Kids Health Info fact sheets, the Kids Health Info podcast explores common topics and concerns with experts in children’s health. Every episode features guest experts in a range of child and adolescent health specialties, and lots of practical tips and advice. We have covered topics including asthma, cough, puberty, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety Read more...

Caring Mums is a free, confidential, non- denominational, service providing emotional support to mothers of newborn babies and pregnant women. The program developed in response to the growing awareness that women often feel very alone at a time when they most need to feel connected to and supported by others. The pressure on mothers today is huge and bridging the gap Read more...

The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia, Victoria [NCJWA Vic] was established by Dr Fanny Reading MBE in 1927. At a time when women were virtually unrepresented in any Australian Parliament, Dr Reading gave Jewish women a voice and provided an outstanding model of leadership. She spoke about responsibility, and her ‘parliament of volunteers’ which set the agenda for Read more...

Council’s Maternal and Child Health Service provides free help to Glen Eira families with children from birth to school age. The service is staffed by registered nurses with general, midwifery and postgraduate qualifications. Read more...

Lactation Professionals Who Care ABOUT US As the peak body for lactation professionals, LCANZ provides support for both breastfeeding mothers and lactation consultants in Australia and New Zealand. We also work closely with government and relevant bodies to gather and share information, and lobby for the support of breastfeeding mothers and the people who work with them. Use our website Read more...

Playgroup Victoria is a not-for-profit, incorporated association committed to helping all Victorian families discover the benefits of playgroup. We advocates for the benefits of play in a child’s early years of learning and act as support base for communities and families wanting to start and successfully run a playgroup. Read more...

This service provides free, reliable up-to-date and independent information including a range of parenting videos, articles and apps backed by Australian experts. Read more...

PANDA responds to the needs of families across Australia who are expecting a baby or in the first year after the baby’s birth. The helpline offers support, information, counselling and referral to expecting and new mothers and fathers and their families and friends. Read more...