Hello Expectant Parents, You are invited to attend a workshop on breastfeeding multiple birth infants. Expectant mums are encouraged to bring their partner or support person to the workshop. The workshop is designed specifically for multiples families and will cover the following topics: Establishing a healthy milk supply Introduction to expressing and lactation aids Logistics of feeding two babies – single vs tandem feeding, scheduled vs demand Managing the feeding of ‘early term’ and ‘preterm’ infants Supporting the breastfeeding mum of multiples We are delighted to welcome Dr Sharon Perrella (Registered nurse, Registered Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) to present. She has extensive experience in caring for breastfeeding families in neonatal nurseries and in the community, and is now also a lactation researcher at The University of Western Australia. Please note: The workshop will be limited to 6 participants (+ their partners/support person). We will require a minimum of 3 participants (+ their partners/support person) in order to run the workshop. The registration fee is $30 for MBAWA members and $70 for non-MBAWA members. Only one ticket purchase is required per couple/per mother + support person. We look forward to seeing you there. Please email Nicole on expectant@mbawa.org.au with any questions you may have. Stay Connected 🌐 Website: www.mbawa.org.au 📱 Facebook: MBAWA – Members Past and Present (members-only group) - our Facebook community is a great place to ask questions, share experiences, buy and sell baby items, and connect with other multiple birth families across Western Australia.  

📸 Photo Day Sunday 20th September 2026 📸 The Multiple Birth Association for WA, together with Michelle Sparkes Photography, are excited to offer MBAWA members the opportunity to have professional photos taken at a reduced rate while supporting our Association. We are thrilled to welcome Michelle back to the Association, she has photographed many of our families of multiples, over the last decade. 💚🩷🩵 🗓️ Date: Sunday 20th September, 2026 📍Location: Hyde Park, corner of Vincent Street & William Street ⏰ Duration: 20 minutes as per your ticket booking Upon booking you will pay a $30 retainer fee directly to MBAWA. Following the photoshoot, photo packages will be paid directly to Michelle Sparkes. Sessions are for 20 minutes & all families will receive a complimentary 12x8” print of their choice. Photo package options: Option 1, select and purchase 20 digital images from your gallery for $200.  Option 2, choose all the digital images from your gallery for $300. Standard prints and package options are also available.  This is a unique opportunity to have professional photos of your family at an affordable price. Please note: Any babies must be able to sit with assistance to be photographed as sessions run for only 20 minutes. Two generations of family only please. Dogs are welcome if you would like them included on your family photos. To ensure Michelle is prepared for the photo day, she will be provided with your name, email address, mobile phone number, names and ages of your children.  Details of your meeting point at Hyde Park, will be confirmed closer to the photo day. Please contact Michelle to discuss booking a full private session for extended families. If you have any questions about the Photo Fundraising Day, please email fundraising@mbawa.org.au    Stay Connected 🌐 Website: www.mbawa.org.au 📱 Facebook: MBAWA – Members Past and Present (members-only group) - our Facebook community is a great place to ask questions, share experiences, buy and sell baby items, and connect with other multiple birth families across Western Australia. 📱 Instagram: MBAWA Instagram Public Page 📱Facebook: MBAWA Facebook Public Page  

Congratulations on your new arrivals! And welcome back to those of you with families of older multiples! We'd love to welcome you to our next MBAWA New Parent Morning Tea.   If you're a parent, guardian, or support person to a family of twins, triplets or higher-order multiples with little ones, this is a great chance to connect with others who understand the unique joys (and challenges!) of life with multiples.   Join us for a relaxed morning of conversation, support, and a snacks in a friendly, welcoming environment. Whether you're expecting your first outing, looking for advice, or simply keen to meet other parents who "get it", we'd love to see you. We will also have volunteer baby-cuddlers on hand so you can actually sit down, have a drink, and go to the toilet in peace.   📅 Date: Sunday, 29th November 2026 🕙 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 📍 Venue: Agnes Walsh House, King Edward Memorial Hospital, Subiaco   Age: Aimed at young kids (0-2 years old) but older multiples and siblings are welcome (please bring your own entertainment for older kids). Cost: Free! Special Guest: Melissa Fethers from Mercy Physio will be joining us to support you post-partum physio and baby-wearing needs!   ☕ Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided. ❤️ Partners, grandparents and other support people are warmly welcome to attend.   Please RSVP by booking your tickets through the link below. While the event is free, booking helps us prepare for everyone attending. Please reserve a ticket for each adult and each child attending (for example, two adults and triplets = five tickets).   If your plans change and you're no longer able to attend, let us know by emailing newparent@mbawa.org.au so we can manage our volunteer numbers and catering.   We can't wait to meet you and your little ones!   All the best Josie and Nandi (New Parent Coordinators)     Stay Connected   🌐 Website: www.mbawa.org.au   📱 Facebook: MBAWA – Members Past and Present (members-only group) - our Facebook community is a great place to ask questions, share experiences, buy and sell baby items, and connect with other multiple birth families across Western Australia.   If you have any questions about the morning tea, please email newparent@mbawa.org.au.