Our local Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service is provided by Hume Council.
Their free MCH services focus on the early development of your child to ensure your baby gets the best start in life. With our dedicated team of Maternal and Child Health nurses, midwives and parent educators we specialise in child health and development.
Families are encouraged to contact the [Insert Council Name] Maternal and Child Health Service to make an appointment or learn more about available programs.
Booking or changing an appointment
A Maternal and Child Health team member will contact you after your hospital discharge to arrange a home visit. During the visit, they’ll schedule checkups at our Centres aligned with key stages in your baby’s development.
Request an appointment
You can request an appointment using the online form below. Our MCH team will review and respond to your request within 2 business days.
You can also make an appointment, or change an existing one by emailing mchbookings@hume.vic.gov.au.
If anyone in your family is unwell please reschedule your appointment and contact your local doctor, or for emergencies call 000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional information
Maternal and Child Health Line 13 22 29. This is a 24-hour telephone service staffed by qualified maternal and child health nurses.
The Victorian Government also provides practical Maternal & Child Health Services information for Victorian parents and carers.
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