Support

Support, Charities, Donations, Resources and 24/7 Phone Support

Ask Izzy - Over 400,000 support services including, housing, food, everyday things, domestic and family violence, money help, support and counselling, legal, finding work, facilities and more.

Australian Action on Pre-Eclampsia - Learn more about this disease and how, for almost 30 years, we’ve supported thousands of women and families affected by preeclampsia.

Australasian Birth Trauma Association - The Australasian Birth Trauma Association is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting women and their families who have sustained physical and/or psychological birth trauma. Our aim is to increase awareness and help support healthcare professionals through education and connection.

Australian Breastfeeding Association - Australia's peak breastfeeding information and support service.

Australian Multiple Births AssociationAustralia's leading charity for twins, triplets and more.

Beyond Blue - Pregnancy and new parents support and advice. 

COPE - Providing support for the emotional challenges of becoming a parent.

Gidget Foundation - Gidget Foundation Australia exists to support the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents. Ensuring they receive timely, appropriate and specialist care

Headspace - Provide early intervention mental health services to 12-25-year-olds. Wsupport young people with mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drug services, as well as work and study support.

Head to HealthMental health support and resources

It's Okay, Not To Be Okay - Our mission is to educate, support and assist with mental health battles and promote suicide prevention within the community.

Lifeline - We are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.

Life's Little Treasures Foundation – Providing support, friendship and information, specifically tailored for families of premature or sick babies.

March for Dimes – Leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start.

Miracle Babies FoundationSupports premature and sick newborns, their families and the hospitals that care for them.

NICU Cheer - Donating 1000 bags a year to 5 NICUs on 4 special days.

PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia – supports the mental health of parents and families during pregnancy and in their first year of parenthood.

PIPA - PIPA is passionate about providing understanding, support, information, encouragement, and friendship to parents of preterm infants.

Pregnancy, Birth & Baby - Australia's leading pregnancy and baby website, supporting parents on the journey from pregnancy to preschool. Speak to a maternal child health nurse for personal advice and guidance. Discover more about pregnancy, birth, being a parent and raising a child.

Project NICUConnecting, Supporting & Celebrating NICU Families & Professionals.

RaisingChildren.net.au - The Australian parenting website. RaisingChildren.net.au provides ad-free parenting videos, articles, and apps backed by Australian experts.

Red Nose Red Nose has a range of resources available for parents, carers, and health professionals to help reduce the risk of sudden and unexpected death during pregnancy, infancy and childhood.

Ronald MacDonald House - Giving seriously ill children the best gift of all – their families.

 

Miscarriage, stillbirth and loss

Angel Gowns - Angel Gowns for Australian Angel Babies Inc. is a not for profit organisations run solely by volunteers who donate their time and skills to transform donated wedding attire into small Angel Gowns for babies up to 18 months who have sadly passed away and grown Angel Wings.

Bears of Hope - We provide support for families who experience the loss of their baby.

Griefline - Griefline supports anyone experiencing grief, facing any type of loss, providing access to free telephone and online support service resources.

Red Nose Red Nose has a range of resources available for parents, carers, and health professionals to help reduce the risk of sudden and unexpected death during pregnancy, infancy and childhood.

R U OK? - R U OK?’s vision is a world where we’re all connected and are protected from suicide.

SANDS - A volunteer-based organisation providing individualised care from one bereaved parent to another, giving them support and hope for the future, following the death of a baby

Stillbirth Foundation Australia - The Stillbirth Foundation Australia was established in 2005 to raise funds to reduce the incidence and impact of stillbirth through research, education and advocacy.

The Glimmer Project - Supporting women and their families who have experienced miscarriages, stillbirth, TFMR or neonatal loss.

The Pink Elephants Support Network - Pink Elephants provides much needed empathy, validation and connection to those experiencing miscarriage and early pregnancy loss. We have been there and are here for you. We are so sorry for your loss.

 

Support for Dad's

Beyond Blue - Pregnancy and new parents support and advice. 

Dads Group - Changing the culture of Fatherhood. Community and group events.

Life's Little Treasures Foundation – Providing support, friendship and information, specifically tailored for families of premature or sick babies. Wednesday night father's group.

ManUp - One Blokes Mission to Save the Aussie Men

MensLine Australia - 24/7 phone counselling

Pillars of Strength - Providing Timeout & Support to Dads so they can support their families

PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia – supports the mental health of parents and families during pregnancy and in their first year of parenthood.

SMS4dads - Fathers, Dads-to-be, families & Health Professionals. Receive free text messages, support, info & tips - especially for dads & dads to be. 

 

Podcasts

Beyond the Bump Podcast

RAWR The Podcast 

Dear NICU Mama 

Dads of the NICU Podcast

Kids Health Info Podcast

The Glimmer Podcast