A NEW program launched by Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative is helping to support mums, ‘bubs’ and families to get the best possible start in life’s journey together.
The ‘Strong Mums, Strong Bubs’ program is underpinned by five client centred principles; follow your heart’s desire, you are an expert in your own life, focus on solutions, focus on strengths and only a small change is necessary.
“It focuses on your health, your life, yourself and your child, your home, your family and friends and health and human services.
A Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative spokesperson said, “The program involves regular home visits from your own qualified nursing team from 16 weeks of pregnancy until bub is two years of age, helps you to gain the skills to care for you and your child, provides ongoing tailored assistance to help support your individual needs and goals, offers support resources and milestone gifts and gives you access to group sessions/activities and peer support.
“To be eligible you must be a first-time mother (or the first opportunity to parent), carrying an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander baby, commence with program between 16-28 weeks pregnant and living in the Greater Shepparton, Moira and Campaspe shires.”
For further information, phone 5820 0000 or email anfpp@raclimited.com.au
