Parents Groups
These are run by our NDC Parent Support Worker, Jayne. We aim to bring 7 parents and their babies together weekly, for 6 weeks. These sessions are currently scheduled on a Thursday morning from 10am to 11:30am. Our focus is on parents with babies 5 months and under. We welcome not only first time parents, but parents who have other children that are unfamiliar with the NDC approach and keen to try something different. It is also an excellent way to meet other like-minded parents with similar aged babies (great for families that have moved to Adelaide and keen to find a new village!).
These are perfect if your feel traditional “Mothers Group” may not be right for you, or have not sat well with you for your previous babies. We are keen to add to your village with like-minded parents. Our classes are:
- Inclusive
- Non-judgemental
- Evidence based
- Safe & supportive
Within the framing of Neuroprotective Developmental Care parents will learn evidence based approaches to feeding, sleep, settling, development and emotional wellbeing. Conflicting advice can be overwhelming in the early months of parenting, and our Parents Group aims to support you to feel confident and well-informed. Over a duration of 6 weeks, Jayne will answer any questions you may have about infant care, bringing 7 parent & baby pairs together for a 90-minute session per week.
The topics discussed in these parents groups will be flexible, according to group needs, but will often cover: adjusting to motherhood; managing extended family dynamics; feeding (bottle and breast); sleep; settling options; parenting values and self-care; starting solids; and anything else you want advice on!
Inclusions
Refreshments and morning tea including tea, coffee, water, and snacks.
Please let us know when booking if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.
Pricing & Cancellation Policy
These groups do not attract a Medicare rebate.
Payment for the full 6 sessions is required up front ($264). Gift cards are available. These groups would make a fabulous baby shower present for a parent-to-be!
Cancellations for the entire 6 week block:
Cancellations over 24 hours will receive a full refund. Cancellations under 24 hours have an $88 fee.
Bookings
Bookings can be made online through our HotDoc page or by calling the clinic.
Online bookings can only publish class dates 3 months in advance. If you see a scheduled time above that you would like to attend, please contact the clinic and we can book you in.
If you attend this class you will be eligible for a $100 discount for the Circle of Security Parenting Program class.
Waitlist
Do you see a date that you would like to attend but the group is currently full?
Call the clinic and we can add you to the waitlist! We regularly monitor this waitlist to ensure that we offer any available spots to those with their name registered.
2025 Timetable
| Upcoming Groups | Days & Commencement Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
| September 2025 | Starts Thursday 25th **FULL** | 10am to 11:30am |
| November 2025 | Starts Thursday 13th | 10am to 11:30am |
*NEW* 2026 Timetable
| Upcoming Groups | Days & Commencement Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | Starts Thursday 15th | 10am to 11:30am |
| March 2026 | Starts Thursday 5th | 10am to 11:30am |
| April 2026 | Starts Thursday 23rd | 10am to 11:30am |
| June 2026 | Starts Thursday 11th | 10am to 11:30am |
| July 2026 | Starts Thursday 30th | 10am to 11:30am |
| September 2026 | Starts Thursday 17th | 10am to 11:30am |
| November 2026 | Starts Thursday 5th | 10am to 11:30am |
Please note
Online bookings can only publish class dates 3 months in advance. If you see a scheduled time above that you would like to attend, please contact the clinic and we can book you in. Additionally, if you would like to register your interest for parent groups in 2026, please call us.
