Whitehorse Council's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service provides free essential health and development assessments and care for all families living in Whitehorse with young children aged from birth to school age.
After your baby is born, a Whitehorse Council MCH Nurse will contact you to arrange a home visit.
For enquiries or to book an appointment please call our MCH administration team on 9837 1116.
Alternatively, to speak with an MCH nurse, the 24 hour Maternal and Child Health Line is available on 13 22 29.
Access to interpreters can be arranged for those who do not speak English.
Child Health and Development Checks
The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service works in partnership with families to care for babies and young children until they start school.
Enhanced Home Visiting
A targeted service for families who may need extra support.
Lactation Clinic
Whitehorse City Council offers a free lactation support service.
New Parent Groups
The Maternal and Child Health nurses want to ensure first time parents get the support they need.
INFANT Program
Provides new parents with essential skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.
Sleep and Settling
Supports parents and caregivers to establish positive sleep behaviours.
Supported Playgroup
The State Government provides funding to operate free Supported Playgroup sessions.
Support for Fathers
When dads have a healthy relationship with their children, it helps them to develop in healthy ways and have more positive outcomes in their lives.
