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Tips for Parents of Newborns

Newborn

In this section you’ll find information relating to children aged from Birth – 3 months of age.

Tips for parents of babies

Baby

Young children grow and change so quickly, and it can sometimes feel hard to navigate where you’re at in the journey. We believe parents should never have to learn alone, so we’ve compiled some helpful information to guide you on this journey. In this section you’ll find information relating to children aged from 3 – 12 months of age.

Tips for parents of toddlers

Toddler

We believe parents should never have to learn alone, so we’ve compiled some helpful information to guide you on this journey. In this section you’ll find information relating to children aged 12 months to 3 years.

Parenting Advice

Parents

Becoming a parent is such an exciting time in your life! But as with anything, it comes with its share of stresses and challenges. The transition into parenting is one that occurs over time. Be kind to yourself. Always allow for space to grow and learn as parent.

Your parenting journey isn’t always going to be easy, but it is worth it. You’re not always going to know what to do, but together we will. Karitane provides free services and is here to guide and support you.

Parent Stories

"The first year of motherhood felt like survival mode — I was exhausted, overwhelmed, and kept wondering if something was wrong with me. Karitane gave me the reassurance, mental health support, and practical help I needed."

Meet Shrada — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"The sleep was so bad that I had accepted it was just something I was going to have to wait for them to grow out of. Since being at Karitane, we now have a calmer nighttime routine and the boys are sleeping so much better in their own bed."

Meet Christine — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Karitane helped my baby go from waking every 45 minutes to sleeping independently for 12 hours straight. Now that he’s more settled and sleeping well, I’m rested too and able to give him 100 per cent of myself each day."

Meet Mariam — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Becoming a mum was really hard. Karitane helped me feel supported on my parenting journey."

Meet Yasmin — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"To celebrate families, we're sharing parent stories—real mums and dads sharing their journeys, challenges, and struggles to remind all parents they’re not alone. It's OK to ask for help, and Karitane is here to support you."

Support is here and together, we'll know what to do — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"It was really hard. People kept telling me sleep when the baby sleeps, but when does that happen? I remember feeling just so lost and desperate. I feel like a new person and it genuinely changed my life."

Meet Yael and Menachem — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"I was feeling feeling like failure, I was feeling really alone but then I reached out to Karitane. The Karitane Nurse was very gentle and supportive and made me feel empowered."

Meet Suzi and Elias — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"I remember being incredibly desperate and frustrated. In these moments, you need people that are skilled - you need professional help. You need Karitane."

Meet Zoe Marshall — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Laura found tailored support through Karitane that helped her balance life with three young children and work."

Meet Laura — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"We absolutely loved our stay at Karitane. It’s helped our sleeping at home progress so much. Inala went from waking 5–6 times per night, to now only waking up twice, exactly what we went there for."

Meet Celest — Illawarra, NSW

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Meet Celest

Parent Stories

"Feeling isolated and overwhelmed as a first-time mum, Vilay found connection, strength, and support through Karitane."

Meet Vilay — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Talese shares how the support of a Karitane volunteer helped her navigate the challenges of raising twins and find confidence in her parenting."

Meet Talese — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"As a single parent, Jodie discovered that with the right support, she didn’t have to do it all alone."

Meet Jodie — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Simon and I were the biggest Googlers and just tried to figure it out. Had we known about Karitane Services we would have definitely reached out."

Meet Lauren Hannaford — Sydney

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Parent Stories

"Without Karitane’s help and all the wonderful employees and services they provide, I can assure you that I would not be where I am today, as a strong, resilient mother of two wonderful-yet-crazy children who always keep me on my feet and push me to better things."

Meet Becky — Western Sydney

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Meet Becky

Parent Stories

"Because of this service, I am able to recognise that just because I had my children young, my life isn’t over like everyone had told me it was. I am not a disappointment. I am not a waste of potential, and I didn’t deserve the judgement and harsh words that I was dealt."

Meet Chantelle — Sydney

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Meet Chantelle

Parent Stories

"After a breakup and in the middle of caring for her daughter and both parents, this 24-year-old mum found herself in a dark place. But everything changed the day she saw a flyer for Karitane’s Village Connect playgroup."

Meet Krystal — Sydney

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Meet Krystal

What We Do

In-Centre Care

Expert, evidence-based parenting support in a safe and nurturing environment, delivered by our highly trained multidisciplinary team.

Virtual Services

Access all our parenting support services from the comfort of your home with expert guidance from our professionals.

Community Programs

Group programs and services to support you and your child from pregnancy to school age.

Find a centre close to you

Karitane provides a range of in-person and virtual services. Our virtual services are accessible NSW-wide. Our physical locations and the services offered at each, can be found below.

Make a life changing difference to children and families

With your generosity, we can continue to support and empower Australian families on their parenting journey. You can make a life-changing difference by donating today.

As a registered not-for-profit organisation and charity all donations above $2 are tax-deductible in Australia.

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