Support Directory
Having a baby isn't easy and it's normal to need help & support. You don't need to feel like you're in this alone. Whether it's more support with your baby's sleep, assistance with feeding or some extra help for you or your partner, we encourage you to reach out. These are some services you may find helpful.
Disclaimer: Love To Dream™ has compiled this list as a suggested guide only and does not guarantee the success or suitability of these professional resources to your circumstances. You must do your own research to determine if any of these resources is suitable for your own baby and family circumstances.
HEALTH
Health Direct
Health Direct
Raising Children Network
Raising Children Network
Trusted, reliable, free information on everyday parenting issues from pregnancy through to teens
PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia
PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia
PANDA supports women and their families who are suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression
The Pink Elephants Support Network
The Pink Elephants Support Network
The Pink Elephants Support Network are a not for profit charity, formed to support women through miscarriage, pregnancy loss and beyond.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue
Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health. Information for new and expectant parents, covering everything from bonding with your baby to spotting the signs of anxiety and depression.
Australian Breastfeeding Association
Australian Breastfeeding Association
National Breastfeeding Helpline 1800 686 268. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is staffed by trained, volunteer counsellors who answer calls on a roster system in their own homes.
Cub Care
Cub Care
Cub Care provides after-hours online telehealth delivered by an expert team of paediatric emergency specialists. It offers urgent care and medical advice for families and their children, from the comfort and safety of home.
SLEEP AND SETTLING SUPPORT
Sleep Angel
Sleep Angel
Sleep Angel is a gentle, evidence based, sleep support service providing virtual and in-home support for families who need guidance with their baby’s or child’s sleep. From newborns to school aged children, Sleep Angel can guide your family towards enjoying the gift of sleep!
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION & FIRST AID
Birth Beat
Birth Beat
Birth Beat is a one stop shop for expecting parents. Providing online childbirth education and baby and child first aid courses, from the comfort of your home. Founded and taught by Edwina Sharrock, Midwife., all information is evidenced based, non-biased, up-to-date and shared in a super inclusive, easy to understand format.
Tiny Hearts Education
Tiny Hearts Education
Tiny Hearts Education provides quality baby, infant and child first aid CPR and birthing courses to parents around Australia