Events

FREE TALK:
👶 When to Call the Doctor for Your Baby
👩⚕️ With Dr Zoe Baudinette
📅 10:30am Tuesday 24 June 2025
☕ Morning Tea Included

Join us for a free discussion about which of your baby's illness/injury symptoms require your doctor's attention with Dr Zoe Baudinette on Tuesday 24 June 2025. This conversation will be worth joining for parents, grandparents and carers alike to help you feel more confident when making calls about your baby's health & where to find support.

About Dr Baudinette:

Zoe Baudinette (MBBS) is a senior GP registrar. Zoe started her healthcare journey with a double degree in nursing and paramedics, before completing post graduate medicine through Deakin University. Her intern year and residency were at Southwest Healthcare, prior to moving into General Practice. Zoe works with patients of all ages, with acute through to chronic conditions. Her special interest areas include Women's Health, Paediatrics and Sexual Health. She has completed a Diploma of Obstetrics and is currently working toward a Graduate Diploma of Children's health. Zoe also has interest in Breastfeeding Medicine, infant sleep and settling issues. She is currently completing the Possums Program (Neuroprotective Developmental Care). Zoe enjoys spending time with her young family, and beach walks.

TAX TIME APPEAL

The end of financial year has snuck up again and we are appealing to you for donations in support of the Warrnambool Breastfeeding Centre.

At the WBC, we support parents in reaching their individual feeding goals without judgement. We know that most mothers want to breastfeed, and we also know that it’s not always straightforward. While breastfeeding is natural, it often takes time, support, and reassurance to feel confident and successful. That’s where we come in.

Your donations directly help us:
- Keep our doors open to support more families
- Advocate for breastfeeding and infant health across South-West Victoria
- Provide free, accessible lactation support, baby-related information & educational classes
- Supply all parents & carers of young children with a safe, inclusive space for all. This includes a comfy lounge, play area, changing facilities, bathroom and kitchenette with bottle-warmer and tea/coffee provided.

WBC has proudly supported families across Warrnambool and surrounding areas for over a decade. As a registered health promotion charity without ongoing government or council funding, we rely on your generosity to keep going. Let’s make 2025 another year of connection, compassion, and community.

Donate today to help us be here for families tomorrow.
*All Donations of $2+ are Tax-Deductible!*

FB Tax Time Appeal: https://www.facebook.com/donate/9761014797340526/
Bank details: https://warrnamboolbreastfeedingcentre.com.au/pages/donate

BREASTFEEDING PREPARATION CLASS

This class is a comprehensive 3-hr course designed to prepare expecting parents for breastfeeding their baby. It is being run by qualified lactation consultant (IBCLC) Barb Glare. Key topics:

-How to breastfeed-How breastfeeding works
-Navigating the first breastfeeds
-Building your support network
-Antenatal expressing
-Common breastfeeding problems
-Getting out and about with a breastfeeding baby

When: 10am - 1pm Saturday 31st May 2025

Cost: $80ea - Limited places available. Includes morning tea & 1 complimentary registration - we recommend a partner or support person accompanies you.

Click here to book your place.

NEWBORN FIRST AID

Newborn First Aid is a comprehensive 2-hour course by Summit First Aid, tailored for current & expectant parents & grandparents.

Key topics:

Safe sleeping
Infant CPR
Drowning
Choking
Insect Bites
Head injuries
Tissue injuries
Febrile convulsions
Allergic reactions
Common rashes
Who to call

Cost: $160 per couple

Upcoming dates:

5-7pm Tuesday 29th July 2025

Book Now

MUSICAL MONDAYS

Singing sessions run every Monday at 10am and again at 11am. It costs a gold coin donation per family.

These children's song & dance sessions are suitable for children of all ages & a great way to meet other parents. We recommend those with smaller children come along to the afternoon session.

Please stay after the sing-alongs for a cuppa and a chat! We hope to see you there.

Note: Singing doesn't currently run on school holidays unless otherwise advertised.

WORK-IT-OUT WEDNESDAYS

Every Wednesday we have a drop-in day for free lactation support from an accredited lactation consultant (IBCLC), no appointments required.

Seek advice regarding feeding, attachment & positioning, starting solids, allergies, sleep and more!

See here for more info on Lactation Support.

Please see our latest posts on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

SOUTH WEST CLOTH NAPPY LIBRARY

The cloth nappy library is a volunteer-run initiative providing information & support for those in Warrnambool + South West Victoria wanting to learn about modern cloth nappies. Discover different brands, styles, sizing, washing tips, and hire nappies to try out.

Information sessions are free to attend. If you'd like to trial some different types of modern cloth nappies, you can borrow packs for a period of 6 weeks for just $10 each (cleaning fee).

Please contact the SWCNL for more information.

Facebook: South West Cloth Nappy Library

Instagram: @swclothnappylibrary

Email: southwestnappylibrary@gmail.com