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Seeking Donations: Goods & Services Needed

For Our 2025 Online Charity Auction

This year's Community Fundraising Auction will be held from 1-10 August 2025 to coincide with World Breastfeeding Week. The Warrnambool Breastfeeding Centre receives no ongoing funding so we rely on fundraisers such as this to support the continued operation of our organisation. As such, this fundraiser helps to provide a welcoming space, support & events for local families. 

As our biggest fundraising event, the auction relies on the generosity of businesses & individuals in donating goods and services for the community to bid on. This could mean (NEW) products, clothing, jewellery/accessories, furniture, plants, handmade items, gift packs, artwork OR vouchers for accommodation, food/drink, trades, services, hair/beauty, custom items, retail... pretty much anything you can think of! We try to make sure there is something for everyone.

In return for your generosity, business donors will be highlighted on our auction page, social media pages and online newsletter, resulting in over 15,000 viewers. Past donors have found an increased number of website views and ongoing/extra business from both auction winners and those who miss out on the item they were bidding on.

If you're interested in donating or have any questions, please contact us via phone (5562 7662, during business hours), email (hello@warrnamboolbreastfeedingcentre.com.au) or DM (via Facebook or Instagram).

THANK YOU to those who have donated so far! 💐

 

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 26th July 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 (SOLD OUT)
  • 5-7pm Tuesday 19th August 2025
  • 5-7pm Tuesday 16th September 2025

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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.
 
Email: southwestnappylibrary@gmail.com