All new parents will receive an
invitation to join a group where they will get the opportunity to meet other
new families. The group will run for 6 weeks.
The Enhanced Maternal Child Health (EMCH) program is part of Victoria’s Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service and is offered to selected families as an extension of the Universal Maternal and Child Health (UMCH) program. The EMCH program offers flexible actions and interventions to families who would benefit from targeted support.
Breast feeding support call 53216550 to speak with a Breast Feeding specialist and/or make an appointment.
Sleep and settling concerns are common issues affecting families with children aged from birth to school age. We support families by offering a family-centred approach when sleep is highlighted as a concern by a parent or caregiver. Something that is a concern for one family may not be an issue for another. We offer a flexible and responsive service, to meet the needs of families and service providers. If you would like to speak to a nurse about a sleeping issue, call 5321 6550.
Supported Playgroups are a free program for families across Victoria with children from birth to school age. A qualified facilitator leads these fun sessions where parents develop their skills and confidence to support their child’s wellbeing and development. Smalltalk is designed as part of a ten-week playgroup program for parents and children aged birth to 5 years. They aim to achieve improved learning, development and well-being outcomes for children in their early years by improving parent-child interactions in stimulating environments. For more information or to enroll in Smalltalk, call 5321 6550.
Daylesford at 13 Hospital Street from 9.00am – 4.30pm (Monday, Tuesday and every other Thursday)
Creswick at 1 Hill Street from 9.00am – 4.30pm (Monday, Tuesday and Friday)
Clunes at 69 Service Street from 9.00am – 4.30pm (alternate Thursday)
Trentham at 22-24 Victoria Street from 9.00am – 4.30pm (alternate Thursday)
Maternal and Child Health Line
13 22 29
Australian Breastfeeding Association
1800 686 268
Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia
1300726306
Beyond Blue
1300 224 636
Poisons Information Centre
13 11 26
Child Protection Crisis Line
13 12 78
