By Kerrie Gottliebsen
The health and safety of babies, toddlers and children is a priority at Tweddle. At this gift giving time of year, there are many toys that can be dangerous to a child, especially if they are not age-appropriate or if they are made from potentially harmful materials. As a parent, you can evaluate your child’s […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
Dear friends, What an incredible year it has been. Adjusting to life following two years of COVID lockdowns hasn’t been easy for Tweddle families and our clinicians, but every day we see parents and staff demonstrating resilience, hope and genuine excitement for the future. We are incredibly grateful for the families that place their trust […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
Megan came to Tweddle teary and exhausted. Her daughter Abigail had reflux and colic which Megan felt was impacting their bonding and ability to read her daughter’s cues. She felt sleep deprived and was worried about whether she was doing things right. Although Megan had lots of support around her, she felt that a residential […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
At Tweddle, supporting babies and toddlers to get the best start in life is our priority. Feeling loved and safe at home is the foundation for a child’s life-long mental health and well-being. Unfortunately, not all infants and children grow up feeling safe. The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence international campaign kicks off on […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
This week is Perinatal Mental Health Week 2022 (6-12th Nov). Tweddle joins a chorus of government, industry, community and parents’ voices to raise awareness of perinatal mental health. As a public hospital supporting expectant and new parents, we know how vital awareness is in fighting mental health stigma. This week Tweddle will share resources that explore […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
Tweddle Child and Family Health Service is a registered public hospital, Early Parenting Centre (EPC) and state-wide health service currently working with the Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) to build a new EPC in the Wyndham area. We are thrilled to announce invitations for expressions of interest (EOI) for Aboriginal artwork from suitably qualified artists […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
Would you like to make a difference, working on the board of a leading Early Parenting Centre experiencing significant and exciting growth? Are you passionate about changing the lives of babies, toddlers, their families, and communities? The Department of Health is pleased to invite applications for part time board positions of Tweddle Child and Family […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
This week Tweddle is celebrating Children’s Week, a great time to reconnect with nature and spend time outdoors with our little ones. The earlier you share nature with your baby, the more likely they are to develop a life-long love of the outdoors. Even babies and toddlers can play and learn in nature. You can take […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
This National Carers Week 2022 Tweddle would like to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contribution unpaid carers make to our families, communities and economy. This week, Tweddle’s MyTime families were treated to a morning tea with thanks to Carers Victoria and a beautiful blanket, hand knitted by the generous volunteers at Knit One Give One […]
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By Kerrie Gottliebsen
The 2022 Children’s Week theme is around a child’s right to a standard of living that is good enough to meet their physical and mental needs. As part of Children’s Week, Tweddle will be delivering an educational parenting Play and Learn session and morning tea for parents of babies and toddlers. The session, based on […]
Read morePlease contact Communications Manager Kerrie Gottliebsen on 03 8387 0623 for media enquiries or to interview a Tweddle member of staff.