Parenting program

We welcome all families to our Baby Makes 3 program, which is designed to help you with the transition to parenthood and adjust to the responsibilities and changes in your lifestyle as you become new parents.

How does it work?

Baby Makes 3 is run by maternal and child health services as part of new parents’ group programs. It is led by female and male facilitators trained by healthAbility.

The program invites all parents and babies to attend the curated sessions which run for two-hours every week, for three weeks. Throughout the sessions, new parents will share their experiences and challenges in a relaxing and informal setting to provoke a feeling of empathy and support. The sessions also provide the opportunity to socialise, form bonds and communicate with people who are experiencing similar situations as they navigate their way through parenthood. For many, especially parents who remain in the workforce, this is the first time they get to meet other new families in a group setting.

What do we talk about?

• The transition to parenthood
• Expectations of parents and carers
• Who does what? The role of gender in parenting
• Healthy relationships
• Meaningful equality
• Sex and intimacy
• Dealing with conflict
• Communication

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