Child & Family Health - Western NSW Local Health District

27/11/2025

And that’s a wrap for Dubbo’s last parents group for 2025! Dubbo’s groups are recommencing in Feb 2026. Thanks to all the families who attend a group this year ❤️

11/11/2025

Cooking with kids? Try this fun activity!

Next time you’re in the kitchen together, ask your child to describe the colours, textures, and smells of the ingredients as you cook. 👃👋

No pressure to taste or eat, just explore!
Try asking questions like:
- “What does this feel like?”
- “How does this smell?”

Letting children play and explore food, without being asked to eat it, helps them feel more comfortable and curious about different foods over time. 🍎🥦🥕

Check out the new Fuel and Flourish growth course on the app, developed in partnership with Foodbank WA’s Nom! Program, for more practical, food-based tips and activities to support healthy habits.

11/11/2025

https://emergingminds.com.au/families/getting-through-tough-times/

You're not alone. These free resources were created to support your family through tough times, with hopeful stories and helpful tips for parents.

10/11/2025

Parent Tip 💡

If you often find your child’s emotions or behaviours hard to understand, you’re not alone 💛
Many of us didn’t grow up learning how to manage our own feelings and it’s only when we become parents that we realise just how important that is. Getting advice and support for yourself can make a big difference, for both you and your child.

Head to the Nurturing Minds growth program on the app today for more parent tips like this. 🌱

10/11/2025

Today is .
Take a moment today to remember soldiers who died or suffered fighting to protect the nation.
At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare.

10/11/2025

Supporting your emotional well being, every step of the way Whether you're expecting or adjusting to life with your little one, know you're not alone. We’re here to support your perinatal mental health with evidence-based resources. MumMoodBooster Treatment for Postnatal Depression MumMoodBooster ...

10/11/2025

When accessing a practitioner for further support it can be helpful to understand what to expect and how to feel confident in preparing for your visit. In the following video you will learn about the role of a child and family health nurse and how they can support you and your family.

Join Shelly to find out more about what a child and family health nurse can do to support you and your family in this short video.

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

Every year in November, we join our community and organisations across Australia to mark Perinatal Mental Health Week.

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

Join PICNIC! Free NSW Health nutrition/feeding program for parents of 0-6 year olds.
Provides support with starting solids, fussy eating, food relationship, stress!
Use only the support you need, when you need it.
🍉Online workshops led by dietitians
🍇Q&A sessions
🥑Facebook group
🥖Website and social media for information and tips and tricks
Sign up or find out more here: https://www.picnicproject.com.au/picnic-parent-expression-of-interest/

02/11/2025