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Regular maternal and child health programs

Maroondah City Council runs a number of services and information sessions that will ensure the health of babies and ease the concerns of new parents:

Breastfeeding program
Our Breastfeeding program will recommence face-to-face sessions from Wednesday 18 November. If you would prefer to continue with a telehealth appointment, please arrange that with your MCH nurse.
First food for babies talk
This program continues to be postponed. We apologise for any inconvenience. Please see a useful video on introducing food to your baby
Baby settling talk
This program continues to be postponed. We apologise for any inconvenience. Please see our useful Maternal and Child Health information videos
Toddler Talk
Please speak to your MCH nurse for information.
Open consultation sessions
This program is postponed until further notice.
Supported playgroup
Please speak to our MCH nurses regarding joining this program.

Breastfeeding program

A support service for breastfeeding mothers of babies 0-4 months of age.

We understand that breastfeeding mothers may need a little extra help from time to time. During the program, Maternal and Child Health nurses will provide advice on a range of issues including correct attachment techniques, stimulating milk supply, understanding your baby’s needs, and gaining confidence in handling your baby.

If you live in Maroondah, please call 9294 5777 to make an appointment to see our Lactation Consultant. Thes session will be held via a phone call or video conference. See a video about the program and how to access it

First food for babies

Learn about what you need to know when introducing solid foods to your baby.

While the program is postponed, we've prepared a helpful video on baby's first foods

Baby settling talk

Learn about your baby’s behaviour and how to establish and develop a daily routine based on feed/play/sleep.

While the program is postponed, we've prepared a helpful video on settling your baby

Toddler Talk

This program is postponed.

Open consultation sessions

This program is postponed.

Supported playgroup

Please speak to our MCH nurses regarding joining this program.

For information about any of these sessions, call 9294 5777.

25/05/2017

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