Playgrounds suitable for toddlers? Here’s a list of local playgrounds for toddlers that offer age-appropriate equipment, soft ground coverings, and some even have fencing for those kids who love to run.
Here’s a list of local swim schools in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland offering baby swimming lessons or water familiarisation classes.
Bored at home with your bub? Enjoy fun activities with your baby at the playground, playgroup, library & movies + more in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
Are you new in town, a new parent or just looking for some new friends for your child or yourself? Playgroup is an informal session where mums, dads, grandparents, caregivers, children and babies meet up in a relaxed and friendly environment. Here’s a list of Newcastle playgroups sorted by suburb as well as some special interest playgroups.
Congratulations you’re pregnant! Here’s a local guide to pregnancy & childbirth resources including Newcastle obstetricians, hospitals, pregnancy massage, yoga, breastfeeding & maternity wear.
Here’s some activities you can enjoy with your mums group in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter including walks, library baby book time, baby-friendly movie sessions and playground visits.
Need childcare? Check out the Newy with Kids child care guide conveniently listed by suburb. Whether it’s long day care for a baby, preschool or early learning centres for toddlers or preschoolers, there’s a centre for your child.
Do your kids love being outdoors in nature, climbing trees and jumping in puddles? Take them to TimberNook Newcastle for adventure play.
Many babies experience an unsettled time from 3pm to 11pm referred to as ‘arsenic hour’ or ‘witching hour’ when baby doesn’t seem to know what they want. Here’s how to cope.
Need childcare in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter? Here’s some advice on how to find and choose an early childhood service in the region.
If you’re looking for a great excuse to shop local or just after a fun, free morning out with your baby or toddler, pop along to Minitown’s Play and Learn at Marketown Newcastle.
Here’s educational & entertaining sensory baby & toddler play activities using things you have at home. Fun for parents and kids!
One in five expecting and new mums and one in ten dads will experience postnatal depression or anxiety. Here are the signs. Please reach out for support if you’re struggling with postnatal depression.
Bored on your maternity leave? Here’s a list of weekly fun challenges you can do with your baby before they turn one in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter.