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Who are we? |
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The Association was formed in 1980 under the umbrella of the Australian Multiple Birth Association (AMBA). It is primarily a social club which is open to all parents of a multiple birth, regardless of the outcome either by birth, fostering or adoption. Through regular social contact and interaction, support is given to each other. Even the most caring well intentioned person may say they understand how you are feeling but having twins, triplets or more children the same age is a lot different to having a singleton and is uniquely different. Members of the Association, who have all had multiples are best equipped to lend moral and practical support. |
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Meetings |
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We have a monthly meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Staff Cafeteria at Hornsby Hospital (enter gate 8, Derby Street) at 8pm. We regularly have guest speakers who address issues that interest our members. We then have a short coffee break followed by the general meeting where the elected committee reports to the members on activities being organised for the Association and other items of business.
Map of how to get to venue |
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Social Get togethers |
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We meet at the homes of various members who have an escape proof backyard for morning coffee on a regular basis. These get togethers are good for all parents as they have a chance to discuss problems they may be experiencing as well as the opportunity to hold an ‘adult’ conversation. You will meet parents who can offer words of support and helpful advice. There is usually a couple of mums only too willing to give any babies a cuddle and give mum a break. Toddlers and Preschoolers are also welcome to these coffee mornings as it also gives them a chance to socialise with other children. Also suitable for children are our park mornings. We regularly meet in fenced parks which offer the possibility of bike tracks, toilet facilities, picnic tables, and play equipment. |
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3P's- Parents, Prams and Play |
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3P's run all year round, closing only for a short period over the Christmas holidays. Turramurra 3P's is currently held every Friday from 10-12pm and is a great place for a chat while the children are occupied with indoor and outdoor toys, including swings and a slide. Berkeley Vale also has a 3P's which is held every second Friday from 10am to 1pm. All 3P's are suitable for newborns to preschoolers and siblings are always welcome. School age siblings are welcome to attend 3P's held during the school holidays. |
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More Social networking |
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The Association also organises family days as well as ‘Parent Only’ nights out to dinner or the movies or even games nights. The family days are a great way for both the mums and the dads to meet and compare notes. A popular event is the End of Year Family Fun Day. As well as all the social activities, we also provide our members with access to child related products throughout the year which make life a bit easier for busy multiple parents. |
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Central Coast as well |
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The Association also organises weekly events including 3P's (see above), Parent only nights and Family Events on the Central Coast. We have many volunteers situated on the Coast to help Multiple Birth Families such as our Area Representatives, Social Secretary and Playday Coordinator. We encourage all our members to attend events across our large area as it is a great way to meet other families. |
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Information for our members |
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We hold information nights for new and expectant parents. We also have an equipment pool which financial members can hire from such as capsules, breastfeeding pillows, strollers, twin and triplet prams. |
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You may have found it difficult to find many books on multiples in your library or book shop. Our Association has a large library containing a wide range of topics of interest to the multiple birth family, eg. pregnancy, raising multiple birth children, toilet training, schooling, bereavement etc. All these books are available for loan to prospective and financial members. We also produce a monthly newsletter call ‘Multiple Views’ which is printed 11 times a year and comes with a comprehensive social calendar of events for the next two months. It also includes member stories, a kid’s page as well as a For Sale and Wanted column that many members utilise. |
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It is easy to join. Either write to the Post Office Box or email our Vice President Member Services and the Association will send you a membership form and newsletter, or download one here. |
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Other benefits of joining |
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The Association is also involved in State Seminars, National Conventions. Click here to find out more! |
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