Bundoora Maternal & Child Health Centre

Welcome to Bundoora Maternal & Child Health Centre, located at 5 Nickson Street in Bundoora, Australia. Our institution is an establishment dedicated to providing health services for mothers and children. We are a point of interest within the community, offering essential care and support to families within the City of Whittlesea.

At our center, we offer free and confidential Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services for all families with children from newborns to school age. Our highly qualified staff consists of Registered Nurses with additional qualifications in Midwifery and Maternal and Child Health. We are committed to improving the health, wellbeing, and safety of families, as well as promoting the learning and development of children.

We understand that there is currently a shortage of qualified Maternal and Child Health Nurses across Victoria, which may impact the range of consultations available at some MCH services. However, here at Bundoora Maternal & Child Health Centre, we can provide MCH services for infants from birth up to 12 months of age, as well as cater to the needs of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants, children, and families, and those with additional needs.

In addition to our regular MCH services, we also offer a Drop-In service and the MCH Line 132 229 for additional support during this time. Our dedicated Maternal and Child Health team is here to assist you and your family.

To book a key ages and stages appointment or make changes to an existing appointment, please request an MCH Appointment. If your enquiry is urgent and relates to an appointment within the next two working days, please contact our team directly at 9404 8888 between 9am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

We also provide the opportunity to chat with a Maternal and Child Health Nurse or Lactation Consultant, specifically regarding breastfeeding or any other feeding issues your baby may be experiencing. These sessions offer additional support in between your child's Key Ages and Stage assessments.

For first-time parents, we offer First Time Parent Groups and Sleep and Settling programs that are facilitated by professionals to assist with the challenges of parenting. These programs aim to provide valuable guidance and support during this special time.

Furthermore, our Enhanced Maternal and Child Health (EMCH) Service is an outreach program designed to provide extra support for families with children from birth to preschool age who may be facing challenges impacting parenting, relationships, and overall well-being.

We are proud to have a strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement, including our Deadly Boorais and Deadly Families Program. This program actively engages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and supports their involvement in our Maternal and Child Health service. As part of this program, we offer the Yarning Circle and Drop-In Session, providing further opportunities for connection and engagement with our services within the City of Whittlesea.

For additional information and resources, we offer the Maternal and Child Health 24-hour health line on 13 22 29, providing information and advice about the care and health of your child from birth to school age. You can also download our Maternal and Child Health app, which provides reliable information that families can use every day.

At Bundoora Maternal & Child Health Centre, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for families. We strive to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of both mothers and children, ensuring a brighter future for all.