Premmie Packs
63% of twins and 100% of triplets & higher order multiples are born premature. CAMBA has a selection of premature baby clothes in sizes 000000, 00000 and 0000 that can help our families in the first few months postpartum. Premmie Packs have been a valuable service to our families as such small sizes are often harder to come by and only needed for a short time. Premmie Packs are available for all members to loan. For more details, please contact Patricia at premmiepacks@camba.amba.org.au.
Antenatal sessions
CAMBA runs antenatal information sessions for our expectant members with our Antenatal Coordinator, a mother of twins.
Topics include: what to expect in the lead up and delivery, sleeping, breast and formula feeding, mental health and simply what is involved day-to-day in taking care of two or more babies!
There is plenty of time for a chat and product recommendations. We also share club services available to all members such as support contacts, pillowbank hire and premmie clothing packs.
It is a great opportunity to meet other parents with similar due dates and make connections within the community.
With so much to learn, CAMBA is happy to support and empower new parents as they start the journey of raising multiples!
Our Antenatal Coordinator will be in touch with expectant parents with the next session date. For more details, please contact antenatal@camba.amba.org.au.
New Parents' Morning Tea
A milestone moment for all our new families! Our newest parents with young multiples are invited to our New Parents' Morning Tea. It is a special event where our New Parents come together to meet and share experiences with each other over catered morning tea and hot (❤️!) coffee. Our wonderful team of volunteers (all parents of multiples themselves) care for the babies in the next room, allowing a chance for New Parents to connect with other CAMBA families with similar-aged multiples.
Weekly Playgroup in Camberwell
Getting out of the house with young babies is tough, and even tougher when you have more than one. But getting together with other parents who are going through a similar experience can provide much needed support and a little structure in your day.
The Playgroup is held weekly on Wednesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm during school terms at a Community Centre in Camberwell for all members, catering towards newborns to 4year olds.
Playgroup is particularly valuable for babies as our New Parents can meet and connect with other families with similar aged multiples in a relaxed, child-safe environment. There is no pressure to be "on-time" - come when you can, and leave at any time! Grandparents, nannies and other carers are most welcome to attend.
Expectant parents are also welcome to attend. It can be overwhelming to see what is to come, but it’s a great opportunity to connect with those who are a step ahead of where you are and ask some questions about what to expect.
For more details about Playgroup, contact underones@camba.amba.org.au.
Feeding Pillow Bank
CAMBA is proud to support our new families in their feeding journey. We have a variety of feeding pillows which can be used for either breast feeding or bottle feeding. They include the fantastic "Twin Z/Things for Twins" pillow and "My Breast Friend" double pillow.
They are available to borrow for as long as needed. We hope it makes life a little easier during feeding time!
Pillows can be picked up from a Community Centre in Camberwell. Please contact enquiries@camba.amba.org.au for more info.
Chat Support Groups
All CAMBA members are placed in chat support groups across different age groups including Under 1s and Expectant Families, Over 1s Families, Over 3s Families, Dads & Partners, Solo Parents and School-aged Families.
Our members often share photos from holidays, birthdays and even the latest living room catastrophe! We also share the little victories along the way, as well as commiserations and support during rough patches.
Members are encouraged to reach out in these chat groups if in need of any tips, product recommendations or just to vent! Our community is a wealth of knowledge, practical advice and empathy.
