For the second year running, we had our Picnic in the Park on 2nd December. It was a glorious warm day and the kids had a great time running around, playing on the equipment, munching on food, whilst the mums and dads had an opportunity to chat with other parents in a fun social environment. Isn’t it amazing to see these children laugh and play and behaving like any other children? What amazing individuals they are!

It was also great to see some new faces - thank you to all the families for taking the time to come out and join us in this crazy time of the year. Special thanks to the family who came out and joined us whilst their bub was still in hospital – we hope that you had the opportunity to chat to other parents about their journey and realise that you are not in this on your own. Thank you to the committee who as always, dedicated their time and energy to organise the day.
We look forward to our next picnic in 2008.

Australian Breastfeeding Association
Information, support, discounted electric breast pump hire and a linked phone or email help line. ‘Breastfeeding your premature infant’ booklet is available through their Mother’s Direct Shop or stocked at the RWH kiosk.
1818-1822 Malvern Rd
East Malvern, Victoria 3145,9885 0855
Breastfeeding help line service: 9885 0653
www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Ivanhoe Mercy Hospital Lactation Dept (Ivanhoe & East Melb) Lactation Day stay Program for breastfeeding difficulties.
Ph: 1800 657 501.

Lactation Resource Centre Ph: (03) 9885 0855

Mercy Hospital for Women Breastfeeding support Centre
Ph: (03) 9270 2490

Northern Hospital
The Maternity and Women’s service at the Northern Hospital offers Neonatal Hospital in the Home (HITH), Lactation and Breastfeeding Service, Breastfeeding Day Stay and Young Mums Clinic. A summary of the services offered at each campus below can be found on their website: www.nh.org.au

Broadmeadows Health Service (BHS)
35 Johnstone St Broadmeadows 3074
Ph: (03) 8345 5000

The Northern Hospital (TNH)
185 Cooper St, Epping 3076
Ph: (03) 8405 8000

Panch Health Service (PHS)
300 Bell St, Preston 3072
Ph: (03) 9485 9000

Craigieburn Health Service (CHS)
350 Craigieburn Rd West, Craigieburn
Ph: (03) 8338 3000

The Royal Women’s Hospital Breastfeeding Education and Support Service (BESS) Ph: (03) 9344 3651
www.thewomens.org.au/BreastfeedingSupport