MCH Programs and resources

Our breastfeeding support service is a free service available for all families living in Kingston. Our lactation consultant is a trained nurse who can provide information and support with breastfeeding challenges.  

Book an appointment

You can call a lactation consultant at any time on 0438 597 560.

Our lactation consultants can visit you at home or provide support over the phone.

If you have ongoing concerns we can provide you with a referral to see other health professionals.

For online breastfeeding resources or information visit the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

Feed and chat

Feed and Chat zoom sessions run online every Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Please call 0438 597 560 to book or ask your MCH nurse for a referral.

Sleep and settling support with one of our specialised nurses.

Zoom and face-to-face sessions are available.

Speak to your Maternal and Child Health Nurse if you would like to book a session.

The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.

Come and join us for a discussion on the introduction of solids, fussy eating, active play ideas, and reduced screen time.

The sessions are suitable for families with babies from 3 to 12 months old.

Sessions

The first session is about the introduction of solids.

The second session covers food refusal, fussy feeders, and information about introducing more active play with your baby.

Sessions are held Wednesdays and Thursdays within the City of Kingston.

For more information and to book in please contact your MCH Nurse or call 1300 764 807.

New parent groups are for first-time parents and are a great way to meet and connect new parents in your area and learn new parenting skills.

Groups run weekly for 6 weeks in your local MCH centre.

You will be invited to join a group soon after your baby is born.

We offer an enhanced Maternal and Child Health program for parents and families who may require extra support. 

A referral to this program is made by your Maternal and Child Health nurse.

Immunisation sessions operate in a number a venues across Kingston.

Visit our Immunisation page to book an appointment online.

Better Health Channel

The Better Health Channel provides health and medical information, including resources on breastfeeding, play and learning, nutrition and sleep.

Their Maternal and Child Health pages include information on breastfeeding, play and learning, nutrition and sleep.

Maternal and Child Health line (13 22 29)

For advice over the phone, call the Victorian Government's 24 hour Maternal and Child Health line on 13 22 29.

This phone service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is staffed by qualified maternal and child health nurses. Nurses can provide over-the-phone information, advice and referral to all families with young children.

Pregnancy, Birth and Baby

Pregnancy, Birth and Baby is an Australian pregnancy and baby website, supporting parents on the journey from pregnancy to preschool. Learn more about pregnancy, birth, being a parent and raising a child.

Raising Children's Network

The Raising Children's Network is an Australian parenting website, with up-to-date and independent information to help your family grow and thrive. 

• Newborns (0-3 months)
• Baby Body language
• Plagiocephaly and ways to prevent flat head, signs and symptoms to look out for.
• Eating Healthy for parents
• Relationships, how your relationships might change in early parenting, managing conflict and staying close as a couple.

The Royal Women's Hospital

Access factsheets covering a range of health topics for women and newborns on The Women's website.

Victorian Virtual Emergency Department

A public health service to treat non-life-threatening emergencies. Visit Victorian Virtual Emergency Department to access emergency care from anywhere in Victoria, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will be connected to a team of emergency nurses and doctors, who are trained to assist you.