Karitane

Karitane Supporting families on their parenting journey. Together, we'll know what to do. Our promise to you is together we will know what to do!

In our 100 years of working alongside parents, we continue to listen to their needs, guide them to their goals, train and advocate on their behalf for greater support. Karitane fosters meaningful partnerships with mums, dads, and carers to provide knowledge and support on the unique challenges of parenting. Because we understand the first 5 years of raising a child can come with challenges, and parents should never have to learn alone.
Our free services are evidence-based and delivered by a team of child and family health nurses, paediatricians, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists around
the topics of:
• Sleep & Settling
• Establishing Routines
• Feeding & Nutrition
• Toddler Behaviour
• Pre and Postnatal Anxiety and Depression

Today, we acknowledge the anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.⁠ 🖤💛❤️⁠⁠On this day in 2008, the...
12/02/2026

Today, we acknowledge the anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.⁠ 🖤💛❤️⁠
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On this day in 2008, the Australian Government formally apologised for the profound harm caused by past policies of forced child removal. This moment of truth-telling was a step toward healing, but we recognise that the impact continues to be deeply felt by many families today.⁠
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At Karitane, we are committed to supporting First Nations families, and all parents and caregivers to ensure every child has the best start in life. ⁠
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We acknowledge the strength, resilience, and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stand alongside those still affected by intergenerational trauma.⁠
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Healing happens through connection, care, and support, and Karitane is here to support parents on their journey. ⁠
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Good things are coming. 🧡
12/02/2026

Good things are coming. 🧡

Little Learners for Big School program! 🎓In Term 4, we welcomed our very first group to our Little Learners for Big Scho...
05/02/2026

Little Learners for Big School program! 🎓

In Term 4, we welcomed our very first group to our Little Learners for Big School, proudly funded by Mounties Group. We celebrated with a special graduation for our children — and what a joy it was to see how far they’ve come. 🧡

This program supports children (and their parents) as they get ready for the transition to “big school”, building confidence, emotional skills and everyday learning routines along the way.

💬 Here’s what parents told us:

“Before, it was really hard for Bella to express her feelings. After coming here, she’s much more expressive.”

“We learned so much about children’s behaviour and what we can do as parents. Sharing experiences with other families was really helpful.”

“We learned the same things our child was learning, so we could use the techniques at home straight away.”

“If you’re looking for a bridge between preschool and big school — we definitely recommend this program.”

A huge thank you to Mounties Group for making this program possible, and to our incredible team for creating such a supportive, welcoming space for families. 🌱

We plan to run this program again in 2026 - we'll be posting on our social channels when registrations open. 🧡

📸🎥 Photos and short parent interviews shared with consent.

Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Book a consult with our Virtual Breastfeeding Clinic. 🧡⁠⁠Our team of lactatio...
03/02/2026

Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Book a consult with our Virtual Breastfeeding Clinic. 🧡⁠
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Our team of lactation consultants, midwives, and child and family health nurses can support you with:⁠
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🧡Positioning and attachment⁠
💙Concerns with milk supply⁠
🧡Painful breasts - blocked ducts or mastitis⁠
💙Weaning and returning to work⁠
🧡Expressing and bottle feeding⁠
💙Breast refusal⁠
🧡Nipple shields⁠
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This is a FREE service, available to parents of children aged 0-4 years in NSW, with a valid medicare card. ⁠
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Find out more and book your consult here 👉️ https://karitane.com.au/service/virtual-breastfeeding-clinic/

The Karitane Careline is closed today 26th January due to the Public Holiday. We will reopen tomorrow as normal. 🧡
25/01/2026

The Karitane Careline is closed today 26th January due to the Public Holiday. We will reopen tomorrow as normal. 🧡

Meet Anna 🧡⁠⁠Anna joined Karitane in 2018 at our Residential Unit in Camden, as a Child and Family Health Nurse. She now...
14/01/2026

Meet Anna 🧡⁠
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Anna joined Karitane in 2018 at our Residential Unit in Camden, as a Child and Family Health Nurse. She now works at our Parenting Centre at Carramar, where she continues to help families experiencing parenting challenges.
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Anna describes her time at Karitane as a "journey of self-discovery" and explains the most rewarding part of it all is "how grateful the families are for [her] support" and the relief she sees on their faces when she provides advice and support.
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Thanks for all that you do for our children and families, Anna💙

After holidays or time away from routine, it’s normal for babies and young children to take a few days — or even a coupl...
05/01/2026

After holidays or time away from routine, it’s normal for babies and young children to take a few days — or even a couple of weeks — to settle back into a predictable rhythm. 💙
Talking things through as a family and making a gentle plan can really help.

Try these tips to ease the transition:

💙 Create a simple daily pattern of feed, play and sleep, with roughly the same start and finish time each day⁠
💙 Be patient — babies and young children often need extra help to stay calm enough to fall asleep⁠
💙 Encourage active play every day⁠
🧡Babies: around 30 minutes of tummy time⁠
🧡Children 1–5 years: around 3 hours of active play⁠
💙 Enjoy sun-safe outdoor time daily⁠
💙 Focus on a healthy diet, and offer water for thirst from 6 months⁠
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Small, consistent steps can make a big difference — you’re doing a great job. 🧡⁠

Support is available. 📞Call the Karitane Careline on 1300 227 464 to speak with a child and family health nurse.

We're here to support you. 📞 Call 1300 227 464 to speak with an experienced Child and Family Health Nurse. 🧡Careline hou...
01/01/2026

We're here to support you. 📞 Call 1300 227 464 to speak with an experienced Child and Family Health Nurse. 🧡

Careline hours this week:

Fri 2 Jan | 9am–4pm
Sat 3 Jan | 9am–3:30pm

Happy New Year! ✨⁠⁠Wishing you and your family a year ahead filled with love and happiness. 💙🧡
31/12/2025

Happy New Year! ✨⁠
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Wishing you and your family a year ahead filled with love and happiness. 💙🧡

Parenting questions don’t take a holiday — and neither does support. 💙If you have questions about sleep, feeding, behavi...
28/12/2025

Parenting questions don’t take a holiday — and neither does support. 💙

If you have questions about sleep, feeding, behaviour, or your wellbeing, Karitane is here to help.

📞 Careline hours:

Mon 29 Dec | 9am–4pm
Tue 30 Dec | 9am–4pm
Fri 2 Jan | 9am–4pm
Sat 3 Jan | 9am–3:30pm

Call 1300 227 464 to speak with an experienced Child and Family Health Nurse.

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅⁠⁠We hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with your loved ones. ❤️
24/12/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅⁠
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We hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with your loved ones. ❤️

A gentle reminder for parents this holiday season 🧡You don’t need to do everything.You don’t need to feel festive.If you...
23/12/2025

A gentle reminder for parents this holiday season 🧡

You don’t need to do everything.
You don’t need to feel festive.

If you need parenting support, our Karitane Careline is open through the holidays.

📞 Careline hours:

Wed 24 Dec | 9am–4pm
Mon 29 Dec | 9am–4pm
Tue 30 Dec | 9am–4pm
Fri 2 Jan | 9am–4pm
Sat 3 Jan | 9am–3:30pm

Call 1300 227 464 to speak with an experienced Child and Family Health Nurse. 🧡

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Cnr The Horsley Drive & Mitchell St
Villawood, NSW
2163

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Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 3:30pm

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