The Australian Multiple Births Association, AMBA - Definitely check out this website! So much incredible information, seminars, discounts and advocacy
AMBA is our national governing body, a not for profit, volunteer ran organisation, advocating, educating and supporting families of multiple births from pregnancy to supporting parents raising children from multiple births
Ballarat and Surrounds
Grampian's Health Early Parenting Centre Ballarat - The Grampians Early Parenting Centre is a free Monday to Friday service, providing specialist support for families with children aged 0-4 years of age. Day stays and Overnight Stays - Support and accommodation for the whole family
Grampians Early Parenting Centre
City of Ballarat - Family and Children Services
Family and Children's Services | City of Ballarat
Carer Support
Carers Gateway - provides short term support to individuals who are caring for a relative or friend.
Please reach out if you find yourself or partner caring for your children, partner or another individual to see what supports are available for you. Please note you do not need to be an official carer to be supported through Carers Gateway.
Some examples of situations when members have been supported
- Caring for unwell partner during pregnancy
- Support for you when your partner or one or more babies requires hospitalisation and you need support
- Support for you if caring for your partner with postnatal depression or other mental health concerns
- Support for you if you are caring for your babies and children with complex health conditions, significant medical appointments, carer responsibilities
Please "get in touch" with us if we can assist you in seeking support through Carers Gateway.
Mental Health Support
PANDA - is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new and growing families. Through a range of information, services and programs we support parents and families during pregnancy and the first 12 months of a new baby.
PANDA | Support that’s always there, for you and your family
Gidget Foundation- Supporting the mental health of families, from pre-conception to early infancy.
Gidget Foundation Australia | Mental Health Support for New, Expectant and Potential Parents
Dads Resources
More on support for dads
AMBA website
Join the Multiple Dads Sanctuary Facebook group
With over 2,000 members from over 32 countries, MDS is not your average ‘blokes group’. They have strict guidelines on expected behaviour; no trashing partners or family, some polarising topics are off limits and the expected behaviour around support, scrolling on, and sharing of experiences etc. The group is all about being on the same page.
A dad's guide to twins
An American dad writing and recording podcasts about his life with twin girls + 2 older boys.
Bereaved Family Support
We acknowledge our local families who have experienced the unimaginable loss of their baby or babies in twin, triplet or higher order pregnancy an. Know we are here to support you and your family with compassion and connection. We encourage you to reach out when you feel the time is right, we will be here for you, always.
