Hello.

Welcome to the Ballarat and District Multiple Birth Association.

Supporting, connecting and advocating for local families during twin, triplet and higher order multiples pregnancy, birth, parenthood and beyond in the Ballarat and surrounding areas

We celebrate the unique joys of raising multiples and understand the challenges and complexities that are associated with being on this journey. 

We are here to support you and be part of your village.

We would love to meet you soon!

Our catchment includes Ballarat, Ballan, Bacchus Marsh, Daylesford, Maryborough, Creswick, Meredith, Ararat, Stawell, Horsham and beyond, all the way to the SA border. We recognise there may be many kms between our catchment areas. If you reside outside of these but we are your closest association, please reach out! We aim to support all members in our region in any way we can. 

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Expecting Multiples? Twins, triplets, quadruplets or beyond? Congratulations!

We support Ballarat and District families throughout their pregnancy journeys. Through our lived experience, we understand that every pregnancy journey is unique and we are here to connect and support you and your family throughout your pregnancy journey. We would love for you to join our community - Click here to join today

 

Raising multiples? Twins, triplets, quads, more? Superstars!

We support and connect with families raising multiples in our region. We currently have members from Ballarat, Daylesford, Horsham, and further remotely. We would love you to join our incredibly supportive community. Click here to join today

 

Who we are?

The Ballarat and District Multiple Birth Association is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting families with twins, triplets or more. Established in 1976, BDMBA provides encouragement, support and social opportunities for families of multiples. Completely ran by volunteer parents of multiples. Interested in helping out? Contact Us Here

 

Are you a local healthcare provider or organisation looking to connect with us? Contact Us Here

 

Want to support our local multiple birth families in the Ballarat and Surrounding region? Click here to get in touch to donate today

Events
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Online Antenatal Night for Parents Expecting Twins, Triplets or more!
Oct
14
Online Antenatal Night for Parents Expecting Twins, Triplets or more!
18:00 – 20:00
Are you currently pregnant with twins, triplets or more? 👶🏼👶🏼👶🏼 ✨ Join us for our FREE ONLINE session on Wednesday the 14th of October @ 6pm-8pm. ✨ Ballarat, Daylesford, Ballan, Bacchus Marsh, Ararat, Horsham, Hamilton, Maryborough and beyond! 🗺️ We have an unbelievable line up of presenters including; 📣 Dr Lachie Brennan - Obstetrician at OGB and Grampians Health with a strong interest for multiple pregnancy and birth. He will be discussing a range of topics around multiples pregnancies and birth and common scenarios encountered.🤰 Nicole - Social Worker at a Grampians Health Services Ballarat and specialises in the SCN ward for supporting parents of multiples that require extra support during SCN stays. 🏥 Belinda will also be joining us from the Ballarat City Council. Belinda will be discussing how MCHN can support parents of multiples in the community. 👩‍❤️‍👨 We will have a number of local families sharing their experiences from navigating feeding and comforting 2 babies, juggling other children with newborn twins and hear about the tips, tricks and equipment actually worth buying from those who understand the logistics of having multiple babies. ✅ Hear from our own committee about the supports we are providing to those currently pregnant with multiples and in the first years of life. 🤩 You're welcome to pre submit any questions for any of our presenters before the night, otherwise there will be opportunities on the evening to ask your questions. We also welcome all to attend our next brunch catch up happening on Saturday the 17th of October. More details to come on our page. ☕️🍪
Brunch and Baby Chino Catch Up
Oct
17
Brunch and Baby Chino Catch Up
The Lake View Hotel
09:30 – 11:30
Join us for a casual brunch catch up for the whole family. Come for coffee and baby chinos, or come for a full feed. Champagne Lounge, Lakeview Ballarat Saturday 17th October 9.30-11.30am Free Event is open to member families and also non-members expecting twins, triplets or more in our region. The room holds approx 30 with extra tables in the bar area. Limited pram parking.
🎄 End of Year Celebration 🎅
Nov
15
🎄 End of Year Celebration 🎅
Russell Square
14:00 – 16:00
All member families are invited to join us for our annual Christmas Party! Come along, enjoy some afternoon tea, and celebrate the festive season together. Please feel free to bring along you greatest supports, grandparents etc as well. This is for all members including our incredible expectant parents 👶🏼👶🏼👶🏼 📅 Sunday 15th November ⏰ 2:00–4:00pm 📍 Russell Square, Ballarat ☕ Afternoon tea provided We’ll have a heap of fun activities for the kids, with hopefully a special visit from the jolly man himself — Santa at 2.30pm! 🎅 We’ve booked the indoor hall, with access to the playground and ovals outside if the weather is fine. ✨ More details to follow! Please register here for your free tickets so we can cater for everyone. When registering, please let us know about any dietary requirements. We look forward to celebrating Christmas with all our member families! 🎄