Karitane

Karitane Supporting families on their parenting journey. Together, we'll know what to do. Our promise to you is together we will know what to do!

In our 100 years of working alongside parents, we continue to listen to their needs, guide them to their goals, train and advocate on their behalf for greater support. Karitane fosters meaningful partnerships with mums, dads, and carers to provide knowledge and support on the unique challenges of parenting. Because we understand the first 5 years of raising a child can come with challenges, and pa

rents should never have to learn alone.
Our free services are evidence-based and delivered by a team of child and family health nurses, paediatricians, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists around
the topics of:
• Sleep & Settling
• Establishing Routines
• Feeding & Nutrition
• Toddler Behaviour
• Pre and Postnatal Anxiety and Depression

Meet Denise 💙After facing her own challenges as a mother and carer, Denise found purpose and connection through voluntee...
20/05/2026

Meet Denise 💙

After facing her own challenges as a mother and carer, Denise found purpose and connection through volunteering with Karitane’s Volunteer Family Connect (VFC) program.

For almost 10 years, Denise has supported families across the Macarthur region — offering encouragement, practical support and a listening ear to parents navigating the early years. 🧡

From supporting mums experiencing postnatal depression and isolation, to helping families build confidence and connect with their community, Denise says the most rewarding part is “seeing families grow in confidence and knowing your support has made a difference.”

Denise reminds us that sometimes even a simple phone call, visit or conversation can change someone’s day — and help a parent feel less alone.

Thank you, Denise, for your compassion, generosity and the incredible difference you continue to make in the lives of families. 💙

Interested in becoming a Karitane volunteer?
Learn more 👉️ karitane.com.au/volunteering

Say hello to some of our incredible volunteers 👏Recently, our volunteers came together for training to support their wor...
20/05/2026

Say hello to some of our incredible volunteers 👏

Recently, our volunteers came together for training to support their work with families.

One of the participants said, “The training helped me to understand more deeply about my role as a volunteer and gave me a clearer understanding of my responsibilities and how I can support others effectively. “

Learn more about volunteer opportunities at Karitane here 👉️ karitane.com.au/volunteering

It's National Volunteer Week, and we're celebrating the incredible impact our volunteers make every day. Some special gi...
19/05/2026

It's National Volunteer Week, and we're celebrating the incredible impact our volunteers make every day.

Some special gifts went out this week to our volunteers as a small way to say thank you for all that you do. 🧡

Learn more about volunteer opportunities available at Karitane here 👉️ karitane.com.au/volunteering

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the incredible contribution volunteers make to families and communities ...
17/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the incredible contribution volunteers make to families and communities across Australia. 💙

At Karitane, volunteers are an important part of our support network for families navigating the early years of parenting. Through programs like Volunteer Family Connect (VFC) and Karitane Linking Families (KLF), volunteers provide connection, encouragement and practical support to parents when they need it most.

This year’s theme, “Your Year to Volunteer,” highlights the value and impact of volunteering — and the role it plays in building stronger, more connected communities.

To all our volunteers, thank you for the care, compassion and community spirit you bring to Karitane. 🧡

Interested in making a difference? Learn more about volunteering opportunities with Karitane 👉️ karitane.com.au/volunteering

📣Sydney parents and parents to be - it's on this weekend! The PBC Expo returns to Sydney Showground this weekend. Pop in...
14/05/2026

📣Sydney parents and parents to be - it's on this weekend!

The PBC Expo returns to Sydney Showground this weekend. Pop into our stand - E25 - to speak with our child and family health nurses and collect a goodie bag with helpful resources and some of our favourite products. 🧡

Buy your tickets here 👉️ pbcexpo.com.au/tickets and use the code BQ7WPR to secure discounted tickets!

Sleep takes time — for babies and parents 💙 Frequent waking and changes are normal, especially as your baby grows and de...
13/05/2026

Sleep takes time — for babies and parents 💙 Frequent waking and changes are normal, especially as your baby grows and develops.

What helps:
🧡 Consistency
💙 Calm responses
🧡 Adjusting as your baby grows

Remember: You’re not doing anything wrong, you're learning alongside your baby. If you need support, Karitane is here to help. Call 📞 the Karitane Careline on 1300 227 464 to speak with one of our skilled and experienced child and family health nurses.

Today is International Nurses Day 💙This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered nurses save lives,” reminds us ...
11/05/2026

Today is International Nurses Day 💙

This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered nurses save lives,” reminds us of the extraordinary impact nurses have on families, communities, and the future of healthcare.

At Karitane, our nurses are at the heart of what we do. Every day, they bring skill, compassion, and reassurance to families navigating pregnancy, parenting, sleep, feeding, toddler behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and so much more.

To our incredible Karitane nurses — thank you for the care, expertise, and warmth you bring to families every day. Your work helps parents feel heard, supported, and empowered, and gives children the best possible start in life.

Happy International Nurses Day 💙🧡

This week, we’re celebrating National Families Week and this year’s theme: “Every Family, Everywhere.” 🧡Families come in...
10/05/2026

This week, we’re celebrating National Families Week and this year’s theme: “Every Family, Everywhere.” 🧡

Families come in all shapes and sizes — and every family’s journey is unique. At Karitane, we’re proud to support families from all backgrounds, wherever they are, with care that is inclusive, respectful, and tailored to their needs.

Whether you’re navigating sleep, feeding, toddler behaviour, or just the everyday ups and downs of parenting, you don’t have to do it alone.

Because when families feel supported, children can thrive 💙

09/05/2026

The experience of motherhood can be so different, yet so similar across generations, cultures, and communities. 💙

Today we celebrate mums in all their forms and remind them that they are loved, appreciated, and everything their family needs.

Motherhood can bring joy, exhaustion, laughter, worry, love, and overwhelm — sometimes all at once. No one is meant to do it alone, and reaching out for support is a sign of strength. 🧡

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums and mother figures in our lives. Thank you for all that you do. 💙

To those who miss their mothers, yearn to be mothers, or have experienced the loss of a child — we hold you in our thoughts today. 🧡💙

A calm space can make a big difference to how your baby settles to sleep. Try:🧡 Dark and quiet room💙 Comfortable tempera...
07/05/2026

A calm space can make a big difference to how your baby settles to sleep.

Try:
🧡 Dark and quiet room
💙 Comfortable temperature
🧡 Minimal stimulation

Small changes can have a big impact.
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Want to learn more about sleep and settling? Register for our next webinar. Webinars are free 30-minute sessions with our expert child and family health nurses 💙⁠
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Find out more here 👉️https://karitane.com.au/parents/parenting-webinars/

Today is World Maternal Mental Health Day 💙Becoming a parent can bring joy — but it can also feel overwhelming, exhausti...
05/05/2026

Today is World Maternal Mental Health Day 💙

Becoming a parent can bring joy — but it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting, and isolating.

If you’re finding things hard, you’re not alone. Many parents experience anxiety, low mood, or stress during pregnancy and in the early years. 🧡

Reaching out for support is a strong and important step. Whether it’s talking to someone you trust or seeking professional help, support is available.

💙 You don’t have to do this alone.

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