Not all kids TV shows are created equal. This list covers the best shows for every age group — from gentle preschool picks your toddler will love to shows tweens and teens will actually choose to watch. Includes Australian favourites and international hits, all sorted so you can find the right show for the right age.
Visit your local library for free programs for families such as Baby Book Time, Storytime and Lego Club as well as the opportunity to borrow books, toys, eMags, Audiobooks and more.
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.
Looking for rainy day activities for kids? From museums and libraries to indoor play centres, movies and bowling, here are plenty of fun ideas around Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
Borrow toys for your kids at the Newcastle Toy Library, a volunteer run community organisation that promotes play for children aged newborn to eight.
Need help entertaining a toddler? Enjoy the fun, yet challenging, toddler years with our guide to interesting and engaging activities you can do with a toddler in the Newcastle region.
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 some activities you can enjoy with your mothers group in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter including walks, baby book time at the local library and baby classes.
Here’s educational & entertaining sensory baby & toddler play activities using things you have at home. Fun for parents and kids!
Feeling lonely? You’re not the only one. Newy with Kids gets loads of emails and messages asking for tips from new mums on how to make friends in Newcastle. It can be a challenge to find new friends when on maternity leave or a stay-at-home mum but here’s eight tips to make mum friends.
This cute little neighborhood park has play equipment and a covered picnic shelter and is perfect for those with babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
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.
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.