Play the TimberNook Way
Do your kids love being outdoors in nature, climbing trees and jumping in puddles? Take them to TimberNook Newcastle for adventure play.
How to Survive Witching Hour With Your Newborn Baby
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.
A Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth & New Parent Resources in Newcastle
Congratulations you’re pregnant! Here’s a local guide to pregnancy & childbirth resources including Newcastle obstetricians, hospitals, pregnancy massage, yoga, breastfeeding & maternity wear.
Enjoy a Free Coffee & Play at Toddler Tuesdays at Wallsend Village in March – CANCELLED
Wallsend Village is offering free toddler activities and workshops every Tuesday in March at Centre Court!
Best Playgrounds in Newcastle for Toddlers
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.
Best Baby Swim Schools in the Newcastle Region
Here’s a list of local swim schools in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland offering baby swimming lessons or water familiarisation classes.
Enjoy Free Kids Fun at Minitown at Marketown Newcastle
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.
Find a Playgroup in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Playgroup Guide
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.
5 Play-Based Activities for Babies and Toddlers That You Can Do at Home
Here’s educational & entertaining sensory baby & toddler play activities using things you have at home. Fun for parents and kids!
Raising Awareness of Perinatal Anxiety and Depression
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.
How to Manage Daylights Savings With Your Child’s Sleep Schedule
Although daylight savings means extra daylight hours after work or on weekends, it is often a difficult time for parents. Here’s tips on how to get your babies and toddlers to sleep with the introduction of Daylights Savings Time.
What to Do in Your Baby’s First Year? Here’s 52 Weekly Challenges for New Mums
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.
Advice for New Mums: 10 Honest Tips from Other Mums
Having a baby is a lifechanging event. Here’s some advice to survive those first few months with a baby from other mums.
Weekly Planner: What’s On Each Week for Babies and Kids in Newcastle & the Hunter
Wondering what you can do with babies and kids? Here’s some regular events that occur every week in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and The Hunter. Whether you want a fun library excursion, an art session, storytime or just want to catch a movie with your bub, take your pick.