There are many services available that can help you through your parenting journey or if you have any health, medical or mental health concerns.
Triple Zero (police, ambulance, fire)
For all emergencies in Australia, call 000
Kids Health Child Health Promotion Unit
Child health and safety advice from a trusted government source
(02) 9845 3585
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline
Free child and family health nurse helpline.
7am to midnight
1800 882 436
NSW Get Healthy in Pregnancy Helpline
Free personal health coach to help you make healthy lifestyle changes during your pregnancy and after your baby is born.
1300 806 258
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) Helpline
Free for new and expecting parents who are struggling with becoming a parent.
Monday to Friday, 9am - 7.30pm
1300 726 306
Australian Breastfeeding Association
Free 24-hour breastfeeding helpline with a trained volunteer counsellor.
1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268)
Lactation Consultants of Australia and New Zealand
Find an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant to help you in your breastfeeding journey.
029431 8621
Australian Multiple Births Association
Become a member for a small fee or visit the website to find a club in your area.
1300 886 499
Tresillian
Free advice from a Tresillian nurse on breastfeeding, settling, nutrition and dealing with post natal depression.
From 7am Monday to Sunday
1300 272 736
Karitane
Free parenting support from child and family health nurses, including information on sleeping, settling, feeding, playing and connecting with your baby and adjusting to parenting.
1300 CARING (1300 227 464)
Parent Line
Free information and support about parenting as well as concerns about child development, disabilities and developmental delays.
Monday to Friday 9am to 9 pm, and 4pm to 9pm on weekends
1300 1300 52
Red Nose Grief and Loss Support Line (formerly SIDS and Kids)
A free support line for anyone affected by the unexpected death of a baby or child or loss during pregnancy or birth.
1300 308 307
Miracle Babies Foundation
Free 24-hour family support helpline for families with a threatened pregnancy, the hospital journey with a baby in the neonatal intensive care unit or special care nursery, or those adjusting to home and onwards.
1300 MBABIES (1300 622 243)
1800 250 015
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline
Free and confidential support, information, counselling and referral to services about alcohol and other drugs.
1800 250 015
Domestic Violence Helpline
Free 24-hour support for people affected by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
Beyond Blue
Free and confidential 24-hour support for people with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
1300 224 636
Relationships Australia
For help with your relationship or to find out about local services and courses.
1300 364 277
Lifeline
Free and confidential 24-hour support for anyone experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide.
13 11 14
Mensline
Free 24-hour support for men with emotional health and relationship problems.
1300 789 978
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