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Karitane Parent Courses & Events

Parent Courses & Events

We offer free courses, webinars, and events to support parents in the first 2,000 days of their child’s life. Learn practical tips and evidence-based strategies from experts, and connect with other parents to navigate the joys and challenges of raising a child with confidence.

24 Aug
In Person

Coffee & Chat Social Group Village Connect

August 24 2026 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Coffee Club Macarthur Square
Coffee Club Macarthur Square, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
Meet at Coffee Club Macarthur Square and enjoy connecting with other parents. Bring the kids and let's get social and have coffee!
Coffee & Chat Social Group Village Connect
25 Aug
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Tahmoor)

August 25 2026 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Community Links Tahmoor
6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, NSW, 2573
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Tahmoor)
26 Aug
In Person

Village Connect -Oran Park Messy Play Young Parents Playgroup

August 26 2026 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Julia Reserve Youth Centre
Peter Brock Dr, Oran Park, NSW, 2570
Come join us at our Oran Park Messy Play Young Parents Playgroup. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect -Oran Park Messy Play Young Parents Playgroup
26 Aug
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Campbelltown)

August 26 2026 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Karitane Campbelltown Queen St
1/300 Queen Street, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Campbelltown)
26 Aug
In Person

Village Connect - Parenting after Trauma Training

August 26 2026 , 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Karitane Campbelltown Queen St
1/300 Queen Street, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
A 5 week program (in-person) for parents who’ve experienced tough or traumatic times. FREE Childminding & Snacks provided
Village Connect - Parenting after Trauma Training
26 Aug
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)

August 26 2026 , 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)
27 Aug
Online

Breastfeeding Your Baby Webinar

August 27 2026 , 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Breastfeeding provides nutrition and comfort for your baby. Whether you're pregnant or have a new baby, this webinar will help you learn about establishing breastfeeding and tips to help you along your journey.
Breastfeeding Your Baby Webinar
27 Aug
In Person

Village Connect - Mini Mates Inclusive Playgroup

August 27 2026 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Karitane Campbelltown Queen St
1/300 Queen Street, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
Come and join our Mini Mates Inclusive Playgroup for parents of any age with children 0-5years. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect - Mini Mates Inclusive Playgroup
27 Aug
In Person

Village Connect - Seasons for Growth Parent Training

August 27 2026 , 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Big Yellow Umbrella - Narellan
Big Yellow Umbrella, Narellan, NSW, 2567
Life comes with ups and downs, let’s navigate them together! This small group program, run with our friends at Big Yellow Umbrella, helps parents and their children cope with change, loss, and grief in a safe, supportive space.
Village Connect - Seasons for Growth Parent Training
27 Aug
Online

Helping Children With Fussy Eating Behaviours Webinar

August 27 2026 , 10:30 am - 11:30 am
This webinar aims to help parents and carers understand how family, diet, exercise, sleep and oral health may be influencing children’s eating behaviours.
Helping Children With Fussy Eating Behaviours Webinar
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Being A Parent Sessions Taree

Being A Parent

Being a Parent is a free, 8-week, parent-led course supporting you to build your parenting toolkit and empowers you to play a more active role in your community, by forming connections with other parents, while enhancing your parenting skills and confidence.
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Brining Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids is a free, 6-week, course where you’ll learn to improve interactions with your child, fostering respect, and boosting their confidence.
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Karitane First Steps Count Navigator Program

First Steps Count

Karitane's First Steps Count program helps families in regional NSW access parenting support, early childhood services, and community resources.
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Love Bites Family Violence Program

Love Bites

Join our FREE 2-day training for young people to learn about early warning signs of relationship violence and explore safe, respectful relationships. Childcare & lunch provided.
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Karitane Supported Playgroups

Playgroups

Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
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Karitane Village Connect For Young Parents

Village Connect

Support activities for parents aged 25 and under who are pregnant or have a child in Southwest Sydney. Through parent education, group programs and individual support, we aim to build your confidence and equip you with the skills to connect with and nurture your child.
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Parent Webinars and Online Consultations

Webinars

We offer our popular parenting webinars online regularly. Webinars are FREE to join, just choose a topic important to you and join other parents as our expert child and family health nurse provides tips and strategies.
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