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 parents 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

Your weekend reminder: you can't serve from an empty cup - take some time to fill yours this weekend. 🧡
19/09/2025

Your weekend reminder: you can't serve from an empty cup - take some time to fill yours this weekend. 🧡

Our compassionate and experienced Child and Family Health Nurses are here to support you. ⁠⁠📞 Karitane Careline on 1300 ...
18/09/2025

Our compassionate and experienced Child and Family Health Nurses are here to support you. ⁠
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📞 Karitane Careline on 1300 227 464 ⁠
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If you'd like to access a Karitane service, you can submit a referral here 👉️ karitane.com.au/referral

Last week, we celebrated 'R U OK?' day across our sites. Staff enjoyed lunch and an opportunity to pause and engage in m...
14/09/2025

Last week, we celebrated 'R U OK?' day across our sites. Staff enjoyed lunch and an opportunity to pause and engage in meaningful conversations with their colleagues - reminding us all of the importance of connection and support. 🧡

A big thank you to our generous sponsors The Collagen Co., T2 Tea and Your DAYLY for helping us gift our staff goodie bags filled with mindful treats to enjoy some well-deserved downtime. 💙

📣 Attention all Sydney parents and parents-to-be! ⁠⁠The countdown is on for the highly anticipated PBC Expo this weekend...
12/09/2025

📣 Attention all Sydney parents and parents-to-be! ⁠
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The countdown is on for the highly anticipated PBC Expo this weekend! Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th September at Sydney Showground 🙌 ⁠
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Visit our stand to chat with our knowledgeable Child and Family Health Nurses, learn more about our support services, and get your hands on a fabulous goodie bag! 🎁⁠
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Use our discount code FFC3TE for 50% off your ticket! ⁠
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Get your tickets here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/XddZX

Start a conversation that could change a life. Not just today, but every day. 💬💛⁠⁠This R U OK Day, we encourage you to c...
11/09/2025

Start a conversation that could change a life. Not just today, but every day. 💬💛⁠
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This R U OK Day, we encourage you to check in on new parents who are in the midst of adjusting to parenthood. Try these four steps:⁠
1. Ask R U OK?⁠
2. Listen⁠
3. Encourage action⁠
4. Check in⁠
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Remember, you don't need to be an expert to make a difference; all you need is to be a good friend and a great listener. 🥰

😴 Is your 4-month-old waking more than usual? You’re not alone.The 4-Month Sleep Regression is a common, though tiring, ...
09/09/2025

😴 Is your 4-month-old waking more than usual? You’re not alone.

The 4-Month Sleep Regression is a common, though tiring, developmental phase where sleep patterns are often disrupted. Fortunately, it’s temporary.

In our guide, we explore:
• Why your baby’s sleep patterns are changing
• Signs to look out for — like shorter naps and more night wakings
• Gentle, responsive settling tips to help everyone get through this stage together
• How to set up a calming bedtime routine and create a sleep-friendly environment
• The magic of “wake windows” to prevent overtiredness and support better naps

Parents, you don't need to learn alone; we’re here to help. 💙
Read more and get practical tips in the blog 👉️ https://karitane.com.au/parenting-tips/4-month-sleep-regression/

Have a parenting question? The Karitane Careline is here to help. Call 📞 1300 227 464 to chat to one of our experienced and compassionate child and family health nurses. 🧡

Meet Sue 🧡⁠Sue joined Karitane in 1994 at our Residential Unit in Carramar, where she also worked answering calls on the...
09/09/2025

Meet Sue 🧡⁠

Sue joined Karitane in 1994 at our Residential Unit in Carramar, where she also worked answering calls on the Karitane Careline. As her career progressed, Sue began working in the Toddler Clinic and later became the manager of the service in 2006.

Sue is our Resident 'toddler expert' - she is trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy and is a regional trainer with PCIT International, delivering this important training to new practitioners each year.
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The most rewarding part of her role? "Working with a group of talented, caring health professionals and seeing the positive outcomes for families and their children. It is so rewarding to see families thrive to their full potential and enjoy their children.”⁠
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Thanks for all that you do for our children and families, Sue.💙

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY 🧡💙⁠⁠Today, we celebrate all the incredible fathers and father-figures who make our world brighter and...
07/09/2025

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY 🧡💙⁠
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Today, we celebrate all the incredible fathers and father-figures who make our world brighter and better. Thank you for everything you do. 🙌

05/09/2025

👩‍👧‍👦Parenting can be stressful for many families! Munch & Move has a range of free tools and tips to support families and children in the early years of life. You can find the resources at: bit.ly/4g9xfNe

☑️ Funded by Communities for Children. Families in the 2168 postcode area plus Lurnea, Cecil Hills and Elizabeth Hills can also get free and personalised coaching and support from Karitane. Bringing Families Together is for parents and carers of children up to age 7. Topics include healthy eating, reducing tantrums, sleep, play, setting up routines and understanding tricky behaviours. To find out more, contact Belinda Lloyd on 0461 360 492 or email Belinda.lloyd2@health.nsw.gov.au.

For additional parenting supports visit https://karitane.com.au/
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Today is Indigenous Literacy Day 🖤💛❤️⁠⁠Indigenous Literacy Day (ILD) is an annual celebration of First Nations stories, ...
02/09/2025

Today is Indigenous Literacy Day 🖤💛❤️⁠
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Indigenous Literacy Day (ILD) is an annual celebration of First Nations stories, cultures and languages created by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF).

On Wednesday 3 September, they’re celebrating with the theme Strength in our Stories: For Now & Future Generations with a free FILM and LIVESTREAM event from Sydney Opera House. Read more and sign up to join the livestream here 👉️ https://www.ilf.org.au/news/strength-in-our-stories-for-now-future-generations
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Indigenous Children need access to books in first languages. You can donate to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation here 👉️ donate.ilf.org.au

An over-tired baby can be difficult to settle. Watching for their cues will help you begin to settle them for sleep befo...
02/09/2025

An over-tired baby can be difficult to settle. Watching for their cues will help you begin to settle them for sleep before they become over-tired. 🧡

Read more about responsive settling here 👉️ https://karitane.com.au/newborn/infant-sleep/

📣 Attention all Sydney parents and parents-to-be! ⁠⁠The countdown is on for the highly anticipated PBC Expo - Saturday 1...
29/08/2025

📣 Attention all Sydney parents and parents-to-be! ⁠
⁠
The countdown is on for the highly anticipated PBC Expo - Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th September 🙌 ⁠
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Visit our stand to chat with our knowledgeable Child and Family Health Nurses, learn more about our support services, and get your hands on a fabulous goodie bag! 🎁⁠
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Use our discount code FFC3TE for 50% off your ticket! ⁠
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Get your tickets here 👉️ https://shorturl.at/XddZX

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