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Links to other websites/ Support services

You may find some of the following links helpful for additional information and ideas:

Adjusting to motherhood

  • www.beyondblue.org.au has a section dedicated to postnatal depression, and has a lot of information on depression and anxiety, including causes and treatment.
  • www.blackdoginstitute.org.au provides information on depression (including ante natal and post natal depression) and bipolar disorder.
  • www.panda.org.au provides information for women and their families experiencing ante natal and post natal depression. It details causes and symptoms of these conditions, as well as types of treatments and available support services.
  • www.goodbeginnings.net.au includes information on parenting children and support services for new parents.
  • www.tresillian.net provides useful information for new parents and parenting support services.
  • www.karitane.com.au also has information on parenting young children and support services for parents.
  • www.singleparentaustralia.org.au connects single parents via an online community.
  • http://www.kidspot.com.au lists many extra-curricular activities for kids.
  • www.mumsgetaway.com.au is a directory of services and getaways with mums in mind.
  • http://www.homebuddies.com.au/ is a resource to allow parents to access babysitters, tutors, nannies, cleaners etc in their local area.
  • www.mumzone.com.au is a pregnancy and parenting website full of practical information and tips.
  • www.momentbymoment.com.au is a focused website for parents of premature babies.
  • www.ourlittletreasure.com.au contains ideas for parents of young children including recipes, competitions and articles.
  • parenthood.com.au is a site for women who are pregnant or trying to conceive.
  • www.parentwellbeing.com focuses on ways parents can take care of themselves while caring for young children.
  • www.activities4kids.com.au is a directory of child centric activities including sports, holidays, parties and adventures.
  • www.careermums.com.au is a career centre and jobs board for working parents and parents returning to work.
  • www.mumsatwork.com.au is a provider of return to work guidance; family friendly solutions and flexible work tools, for mums and dads and employers.
  • www.mumsonthego.com.au is a directory of services and business where you can take your cchildren with you.

    • Help lines

    Here are some numbers you can call for support:

  • Beyondblue info line: 1300 22 4636
  • Karitane Sydney Metro: (02) 9794 1852 or outside Sydney Metro: 1800 677 961
  • Tresilian parent helpline Sydney Metro: (02) 9787-0855 or outside Sydney Metro: 1800 637 357.
  • Panda -Post and ante natal depression association: 1300 726 306
  • Parentline (http://www.education.vic.gov.au/earlychildhood/parentline/prc.htm) 13 22 89 (National), 13 20 55 (NSW), plus see website for other state numbers
  • Women’s info and referral service (NSW): 1800 817 227
  • Lifeline: 13 11 14
  • Lifeline’s information line: 1300 13 11 14
  • SANE Australia helpline: 1800 18 7263 (1800 18 SANE)
  • Australian Psychological Society referral line: 1800 333 497
  • Mensline Australia: 1300 789 978
  • Kids helpline: 1800 55 1800
  • Relationships Australia: 1300 364 277