CANCELLED Breastfeeding Workshop 12:00 - 13:00 CANCELLED A breastfeeding workshop for expectant parents will precede the meeting and will run from 12:00 - 13:00. This will be led by a breastfeeding counsellor from the Australian Breastfeeding Association. This is a great opportunity to learn some practical skills to help you and your babies in establishing breastfeeding, as well as solutions for common challenges. https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/ This workshop is open to members only. Please see the following link for membership details. http://www.mbawa.org.au/join/ Please reserve a ticket for each adult attending.     Expectant Parents Meeting 13:00 - 15:00 Expecting multiples?? Please join us for an opportunity to hear parents of multiples share their tips and stories on preparing for your multiples' arrival, as well as meet other expectant parents. Bring your questions and queries and hopefully they can be answered! Tea/coffee and snacks provided. This is a free event and you do not need to be a member to attend. Please reserve a ticket for each adult attending.    

Calling all parents/caregivers of multiples aged 24 months and under!!! OPTIONAL CHRISTMAS DRESS UP FOR PARENTS AND BABIES! Come join us at the next MBAWA New Parent Morning Tea to meet other parents/caregivers of young multiples over morning tea and a cuppa in a relaxed and informal setting.   The event will be held at Agnes Walsh House, King Edward Memorial Hospital from 10:00am - 12:00pm on Sunday 19th November 2023. There will be a couple of extra sets of hands to cuddle babies on the day but you may also wish to bring a playmat with you.    This event is a members only event and free to attend. Please login to book and make sure you book enough tickets for all adults and babies attending (so two parents and triplets would be five tickets). Spots are limited due to space so please book the correct number of tickets.   Look forward to seeing you all there. Stacey Sudiarta New Parent Coordinator

The Multiple Birth Association of Western Australia is pleased to be running the 12 Gifts of Christmas online raffle for 2023. 🎄 Don't miss out on your chance to win one of our 12 Gifts of Christmas with a combined prize value of over $1,350!  Ticket sales close Friday 15 December.  Winners to be drawn via a live Facebook stream Saturday 16 December 2023 at noon. 🎄 Winners will be contacted by text message on the day, published on the MBAWA Facebook pages (Members & Public pages), published on the website www.mbawa.org.au and in the following edition of monthly e-Newsletter. 🎄Competition open to Western Australia residents over 18 years of age only.  Please email our Fundraising Coordinator at fundraising@mbawa.org.au with any questions.   Prizes include: (1) Swan Valley Animal Cuddley Farm 3 x family passes valued at $230. Donated by Swan Valley Animal Cuddly Farm. (2) Gift Voucher at Mandoon Estate valued at $200. Donated by Capital Review Group. (3) Gift Voucher at Baby Bunting values at $200.  Donated by Baby Bunting. (4) Coles Gift Voucher valued at $100, and Kiddy Cutters x 2 sets, valued at $40.  Donated by MBAWA and MBAWA Members. (5) Childrens Hooded Beach Towels x 4, valued at $120.  Donated by Nicole Perera. (6) Tupperware valued at $115, including Water Bottles, Sippy Tumblers, Snack Cups and a Shoppping Bag.  Donated by Nicole Perera. (7) Rohr Remedy gift pack made with Australian Bush Remedies, valued at $110.  Donated by Rohr Remedy. (8) Wooden Pepetual Calendar and collection of three children's books valued at $80. Donated by Thriving Minds Education.     (9) Koalas Playcentre & Café, five Entry Pass valued at $60.  Donated by Koalas Playcentre & Café. (10) Lollipop's Playland & Cafe Wanneroo, five Entry Pass valued at $60.  Donated by Lollipop's Playland & Cafe Wanneroo. (11) Johnco 12-in-1 Solar and Hydraulic Construction Kit, valued at $40.  Donated by Office Works Subiaco. (12) Faber Ultimate Creativity Set, valued at $40.  Donated by Office Works Subiaco.   WA Lottery Permit No:Permit No: LS220945623 | Permit Holder: Hadife Birch 0400 803 224

2023 MBAWA End of Year Event - The Beach House Balcatta The volunteering committee, together with the Multiple Birth Association for WA, would like to invite you to our members-only end of year event to be held at The Beach House. Come meet other members and join us for a fun afternoon out!   Date: Saturday 11th November 2023 Time: 3:30pm to 6pm (last entry at 5pm) Location: The Beach House, 6 Halley Road, Balcatta (near Cash & Carry) Venue Information: The Beach House caters for children up to 12 yrs old.  The play equipment includes* a three level climbing structure, bouncy castle, massive ride-on track, soccer tables, electric air hockey tables, arcade games such as basketball machines, multi-games machines, a massive toddler area, the bounty ride, a basketball hoop for parents and children to play together, a building blocks area and a 30m long flying fox. *current interactive activities on offer at time of printing The Beach House has a full cafe menu available and will be open during the event for your convenience. Alternatively, families are welcome to bring your own food and beverages for the duration of the event.   PLEASE NOTE: *Due to venue capacity restrictions this is a limited ticket event. Tickets are limited to 250 adults and children (babies under 12 months are not included). *Ticket sales will close on Tuesday 7th November unless sold out earlier. *Socks MUST to be worn by everyone within the play equipment area, this INCLUDES babies under 12months. Socks may be purchased from the venue directly for $3 a pair. *When selecting your tickets please add one for each family member attending.   Please contact our Events Coordinators, Samantha and Larissa, at events@mbawa.org.au if you have any questions.

2023 Spring Peg Fundraiser Sustainable, easy squeeze, corrosion free and plastic free pegs! 1 x Reusable calico bag with 22 marine grade 316 stainless steel clothes pegs, cost per bag is $20.00 The MBAWA are working closely with WA owned company, Ezy Fundraising Please share widely with your family and friends, fundraiser ends Thursday 9th November!  Purchase online and select your closest pick up location across Perth, pick up locations include (if you are outside of Perth and interested please get in touch to furhter discuss): Attending Members Only End of Year Event - please select here for pick up (11 November) Balcatta Bellevue Brentwood Crawley Doubleview East Victoria Park Iluka Palmyra Perth CBD (Monday - Friday) Morley Mosman Park Redcliffe Subiaco (MBAWA Rooms Tuesday) Please support the MBAWA spring fundraiser, with the proceeds going towards supporting our Members through Training Events in 2024.  Any questions please get in touch with our Fundraising Coordinator at fundraising@mbawa.org.au 

Photo Day Saturday 14th October MBAWA together with Moments by Tia Johnson are able to offer MBAWA members the opportunity to have professional photos taken at a reduced rate as well as supporting our association, with Moments by Tia Johnson donating 10% of all print sales back to MBAWA The sessions cost just $150 and include a 20 minute session & 5 high resolution digital images of your choosing from an online gallery. There are options to purchase additional digital images or prints if you wish.  Tia's regular session fee is $250 so this is a unique opportunity to have professional photos of your family at an affordable price. Upon booking you will pay a $25 retainer fee directly to MBAWA, you will receive an email from Moments by Tia Johnson with a short questionaire to complete, an agreement to sign and an invoice to pay the $125 balance which is due at least 1 week prior to the photo day for your session to be confirmed. 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. Contact Tia to discuss booking a private extended family session.

Expecting multiples?? Please join us for an opportunity to hear parents of multiples share their tips and stories on preparing for your multiples' arrival, as well as meet other expectant parents. Bring your questions and queries and hopefully they will be answered! Tea/coffee and snacks provided. This is a free event and you do not need to be a member to attend.  

Please come and join us at the next MBAWA New Parent Morning Tea, on Saturday 26 August 2023.  The New Parent Morning Tea (bubs 0-24 months) is a wonderful opportunity to meet with other parents of multiples in a very relaxed and informal setting, and enjoy a cup of tea.  The morning tea will be held at Agnes Walsh House from 10:00am - 12:00 noon. It is free to attend.  Please follow the link to book your place (there is no cost, but it allows us to see who is coming). Please make sure you book enough tickets for all adults and babies attending (so two parents and triplets would be 5 tickets).  Unfortunately, spots are limited, due to space - so please pop on and do it soon. Looking forward to seeing you all there. Stacey Sudiarta New Parent Coordinator  

The AGM is an important event for our Association. It is a formal meeting which provides a chance for all members of our Association to come together and hear about what has been achieved in the past year and what our goals are for the coming year. We also present to you a financial report, detailing our income and expenditure for the previous year and our current financial position. During the meeting we will NOT be proposing any amendments to our Constitution.   To nominate a current member or committee member for a shining star award, complete the form HERE.   To nominate a life member, please email info@mbawa.org.au All committee positions will be declared vacant at the AGM and we encourage new volunteers to join our management committee.  Please click HERE to nominate for committee. MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK!  The benefits to taking on a committee role are many: Meet new people and make new friends Get more involved in the Association and have your say about the services we offer Chance to learn new skills and improve your CV Get out of the house and use your brain for something non-baby related Give back to your Association and help new and expectant families Save 50% on your MBAWA membership fees Reduced childcare fees from government rebates   Please contact Jess at info@mbawa.org.au if you have any questions or want to know more. Look forward to seeing you then!

Please come and join us at the next MBAWA New Parent Afternoon Tea, on Sunday 28 May 2023. The New Parent Afternoon Tea (bubs 0-24 months) is a wonderful opportunity to meet with other parents of multiples in a very relaxed and informal setting, and enjoy a cup of tea.    The afternoon tea will be held at Agnes Walsh House from 2:30 - 4:30pm. It is free to attend.    Please follow the link to book your place (there is no cost, but it allows us to see who is coming). Please make sure you book enough tickets for all adults and babies attending (so two parents and triplets would be 5 tickets). Unfortunately, spots are limited, due to space - so please pop on and do it soon. Looking forward to seeing you all there. Tam Cochrane & Stacey Sudiarta New Parent Contacts  

Expecting multiples?? Please join us for an opportunity to hear parents of multiples share their tips and stories on preparing for your multiples' arrival, as well as meet other expectant parents. Bring your questions and queries and hopefully they will be answered! Tea/coffee and snacks provided. This is a free event and you do not need to be a member to attend.  

The Multiple Birth Association of Western Australia (MBAWA) is pleased to be running our 2023 Mother's Day Online Raffle. **Don't miss out on your chance to win one of three prizes in this years online rafffle.  Winners to be drawn via a live Facebook stream Saturday 13 May 2023 at 4:00pm.  Limited tickets available! **Winners will be contacted by phone following the draw, published on the MBAWA Facebook pages, published on the website www.mbawa.org.au and in the following edition of monthly e-Newsletter. **Competition open to Western Australia residents over 18 years of age only.  Please email Hadife at fundraising@mbawa.org.au with any questions. Prizes include: (1)   Roborock S7 + Robotic Vacuum and Mop Cleaner with Auto-Empty Dock (White Model), valued at $1,799.00 (2)  Gift Voucher, BODHI Wellness | Spa | Retreat, valued at $500.00 (3)  Veuve Clicquot, 750mls Vintage (1 bottle), valued at $140.00  WA Lottery Permit No: LS219919723 | Permit Holder: Hadife Birch 0400 803 224