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Pregnancy and parenthood is a time of great change, and for some the challenges can be overwhelming. Anxiety and depression affects more than one in seven new mums and up to one in 10 new dads in Australia, with many parents experiencing anxiety and depression at the same time. Some common signs and symptoms include crying for no reason, difficulty with attention and focus, feeling constantly sad or low, losing interest in the normal things that bring joy (such as spending time with friends or your partner), panic attacks, persistent worry (often focussed on the health of the baby), sudden mood swings and withdrawal from friends and family. It is important to recognise these signs and symptoms and, as a general rule, if problems persist for more than two weeks, it’s important to see a health professional.
It takes courage and honesty to seek help, and the longer the problems last, the worse things can get. Asking for help is the first and most difficult step. Confiding in your partner or close friend can be a good start. It’s important to also speak with a health professional, like a Child Health Nurse, counsellor, GP or psychologist. Finding time for self-care is especially important for new mums and dads. Don’t underestimate the significant contribution that diet, exercise and sleep can have on your mental wellbeing. Recovery often involves more than one kind of approach, and research has led to advances in new drug-free treatments for anxiety and depression, such as targeted brain-stimulation and brain-training therapies. The Perth Brain Centre has been helping new mums and dads with anxiety and depression for over 10 years. All treatment programs are personalised using special brain imaging and delivered by a team of experienced, caring and qualified healthcare practitioners. For more information, call 6500 3277 or visit perthbraincentre.com.au
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ooking to raise awareness and much needed funds, Down Syndrome WA released their 2018 Playgroup Calendar last year. It proved to be a huge success, raising over $5,000. Best of all, the bright, smiling faces of the playgroup kids have melted many hearts across Perth and beyond. The 2019 calendar is set to be even bigger and better, featuring 32 of DSWA’s best and brightest. DSWA was formed in 1986 by a small group of parents with a common goal, to support people with Down syndrome in living their best possible lives. Today DSWA serves a statewide population of over 1300 people with Down Syndrome, as well as their families and support networks. One of DSWA’s fastest growing programs is the Developmental Playgroup. A weekly program that runs across the Metropolitan and South Metropolitan areas. The playgroup caters for babies and children aged 0 to 5 years old and activities are therapy-based and tailored
especially for those attending on the day. The sessions are also an opportunity for parents to get to know each other and form long-lasting friendships and support networks. Calendars are $20 each and can be purchased online at dsawa.asn.au/store. For bulk orders, or if you would like to sell the calendars from your business, please contact the DSWA on 9368 4002 or email admin@downsyndromewa.org.au
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Prioritising mental health for new mums and dads ovember marks Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness (PANDA) Week. PANDA, now in its 18th year, is all about supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of expecting and new parents.
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Play-based learning is the new priority
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he WA Education Department acknowledged in September that past teaching styles have been too rigid for younger students, placing them under unnecessary stress. To ease this pressure, schools have been encouraged to make play-based learning a priority for 2019. Goodstart Early Learning has always understood the importance of learning through play. Allowing children to explore, discover, imagine and have fun, leads to a rich learning experience and a lifelong love of learning.
hands-on learning across all developmental areas.’
‘I truly believe that children learn the best through play,’ said Centre Director, Blayne Carroll. ’Having the opportunity to explore, create and imagine engages children in
To arrange a tour at a centre and see Goodstart’s commitment to play-based learning first-hand, call 1800 222 543 or visit goodstart.org.au
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At Bayswater Waves, you and your children can take part in over 450 swimming lessons a week that are suitable for all ages and abilities. The centre also has a state of the art, two storey Health Club, which includes the latest resistance equipment and cardio machines, a spin studio and over 60 group fitness classes a week. All of which can be enjoyed while your little one plays in their Crèche (open Monday to Saturday in the morning).
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Bayswater Waves is located just 7km from Perth CBD and offers a wide range of fee structures – from casual single visits and 10 visit vouchers to family passes and
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lympic gold medallist Bill Kirby’s love of swimming was instilled in him by his first coach, Graeme Williams. With this mentor-student relationship in mind, Bill has built a swim school that aims to engage and inspire young swimmers. The team at Kirby Swim are passionate about making swimming fun, and working in partnership with parents to get the most out of their students. And the result is confident kids that try harder, progress faster and love their swimming lessons. In Western Australia, families are constantly around the water, at the beach, in backyard pools and in boats. Swimming as a form of exercise and general fitness can be enjoyed for a lifetime – and being a
Become a mermaid or merman!
competent swimmer is a very important skill. Kirby Swim is located in Christ Church Grammar School, Claremont, Melville, Karrinyup and Mandurah. Their small size classes give babies, children of all ages and adults a quality experience in the pool. For more information visit kirbyswim.com.au
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The first public mermaid school in the world, Mermaid Kat Academy, has taught over 6000 mermaid students in over 10 countries how to use a mermaid tail safely. And now their mermaid instructors have made it to our shores to teach their very special courses. Enter a world of magic as their instructors teach you how to make the most of your tail – with clever mermaid tips and tricks!
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Animaze: Amazing Animals for Kids
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remantle Arts Centre is putting kids front and centre with Animaze: Amazing Animals for Kids, a fun and accessible exhibition for children. This free exhibition immerses 5-12 year olds into a world of art and animals. At Animaze, families can spend time exploring a generous mix of prints, paintings, sculpture, crochet and aquatic critters – as well as specially designed play spaces, story readings and craft activities. ‘Often it’s parents dragging their kids to the gallery, so we’re really pleased to present a show full of fun works that kids are excited to come to,’ said FAC Curator Dr Ric Spencer said. ‘The whole show has been designed for kids to really get close and enjoy the works.’ Animaze: Amazing Animals for Kids runs
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Saturday 17 November until Wednesday 23 January 2019, from 10am–5pm daily. The exhibition program also includes weekly activities and tours, check fac.org.au for details.
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anta will arrive on his mini steam train at Ellenbrook Central on 29 November – with free rides for kids every day until Sunday 2 December. Don’t forget to grab the family and head to the Elfenbrook Christmas Pageant and Markets from 12–6pm on Saturday 8 December. There’ll be lots of Christmas gifts to buy plus live entertainment and a Christmas parade running through the main street. There might even an appearance from the big man himself! To find out more about all the festive fun happening at Ellenbrook Central, visit ellenbrookcentral.com.au
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finishes at 6pm. A free dinner is provided at the end of each session. Participants can turn up and register before the start of each event.
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Learn how you can prevent child injury in the home! Open for Self-Guided Tours 9.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday, or contact Kidsafe WA on 6244 4880 to book a Guided Tour. Located in West Leederville.
Kidsafe WA Child Car Restraint Service
Have your child car restraint checked or fitted to ensure that it is correctly fitted and is suitable for your child. Available at a number of locations around Perth. Fees apply and bookings essential, contact Kidsafe WA on 6244 4880 for more information or to book an appointment.
THURSDAY 1 Toptots Bingo Reading Program
Takes place on Thursday mornings in Riverton. 10.15– 11.15am for children ages 2.5–6. The beginners program is a delightful way to introduce children to the world of literacy in a fun exciting way. Email mail@toptots.net.au or call 0412 481 708. Runs weekly.
NightFields AFL and Basketball
NightFields is a free AFL and basketball program for ages 6–18, running every Thursday at Gwynne Park until 22 November 2018. Starts from 4.30pm and
World-class illumination festival Kaleidoscope will again light up Joondalup’s city centre with a brilliant array of projections, lighting displays and performances. This free event will transform the Joondalup CBD, showcasing Joondalup Library, Central Park and other icons of the Joondalup landscape in a whole new light. 5pm - 10.30pm
FRIDAY 2 Kaleidoscope: Festival of Art Light - Food
World-class illumination festival Kaleidoscope will again light up Joondalup’s city centre with a brilliant array of projections, lighting displays and performances. This free event will transform the Joondalup CBD, showcasing Joondalup Library, Central Park and other icons of the Joondalup landscape in a whole new light. 5pm - 10.30pm
SATURDAY3 Kaleidoscope: Festival of Art Light - Food
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THURSDAY 8 NightFields AFL and Basketball
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NightFields is a free AFL and basketball program for ages 6–18, running every Thursday at Gwynne Park until 22 November 2018. Starts from 4.30pm and finishes at 6pm. A free dinner is provided at the end of each session. Participants can turn up and register before the start of each event.
World-class illumination festival Kaleidoscope will again light up Joondalup’s city centre with a brilliant array of projections, lighting displays and performances. This free event will transform the Joondalup CBD, showcasing Joondalup Library, Central Park and other icons of the Joondalup landscape in a whole new light. 5pm - 10.30pm
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Castledare Minature Railway
Its our monthly 1st Sunday run day at Niana Station, so why not get the family out of the house and have a relaxing day playing on trains and having a picnic or play on the playground. No bare feet. Eftpos available. 11am - 3pm
WEDNESDAY 7 ABRSM High Scorers’ Concert
This year’s High Scorers’ Concert at the Mount Pleasant College Auditorium is a celebration or young WA talent! Instrumental performances start at 5.30pm and finish at 7pm. Light food provided during interval. Call 0416 649 273 or book tickets at trybooking.com. Proceeds will be donated to charity.
Free Kids Morning
Head down to Centrepoint Midland and enjoy a morning of entertainment and craft activities. From 9.30am - 10.30am
6pm show. All of the customary characters are here the ugly sisters of course, and Dandini and his wicked stepbrother, the less than charming Prince Charming. Buttons joins us as usual, but this time around Button's mother is Cinderella's 'witchy' godmother, Toggles. Add in a fed up King Charming (along with the Town Clerk and Toggle's potions), loads of action, jokes and audience participation and here we have a recipe for a bracing and intriguing new slant on an old favourite! To reserve your tickets, please click here or call 9341 7926. Hamersley Recreation Centre.
Latin American Carnival 10am - 11pm. Be transported to the heart of Latin America and let your senses explode with a weekend full of colour, amazing food, music and fun! Bring your family and friends to this wonderful two day event held over the weekend. This will be a fantastic family festival full of live music, dancing, food, drinks, kids entertainment and stalls. Tickets $15 via Eventbrite. Cracovian Polish Club, Beechboro.
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This year’s show also offers unbeatable value for families on Saturday 17 November – when you can purchase an all day family ticket for just $25. All shows and performances are included in the ticket price, so you can watch horse riding shows, highflying motocross antics and more until your heart’s content.
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SUNDAY 11 Cinderella and The Velvet Slipper
2.30pm Matinee. All of the customary characters are here - the ugly sisters of course, and Dandini and his wicked stepbrother, the less than charming Prince Charming. Buttons joins us as usual, but this time around Button's mother is Cinderella's 'witchy' godmother, Toggles. Add in a fed up King Charming (along with the Town Clerk and Toggle's potions), loads of action, jokes and audience participation and here we have a recipe for a bracing and intriguing new slant on an old favourite! To reserve your tickets, please click here or call 9341 7926. Hamersley Recreation Centre.
Latin American Carnival
10am - 7pm. Be transported to the heart of Latin America and let your senses explode with a weekend full of colour, amazing food, music and fun! Bring your family and friends to this wonderful two day event held over the weekend. This will be a fantastic family festival full of live music, dancing, food, drinks, kids entertainment and stalls. Tickets $15 via Eventbrite. Cracovian Polish Club, Beechboro.
NightFields AFL and Basketball
NightFields is a free AFL and basketball program for ages 6–18, running every Thursday at Gwynne Park
Free Optimal Pharmacy nurse consultations Have your baby, child and family health concerns answered by a qualified nurse at your local Optimal Pharmacy Plus for free. Please call your store for nurse visit times. Location details can be found on the back page of this edition. Appointments by booking only. MONDAYS
Dianella – 9276 8484 Hamilton Hill – 9335 1495
TUESDAYS Coolbellup – 9337 290 Carine – 9447 4068 Ellenbrook – 6296 5213
WEDNESDAYS
Myaree – 9330 3467 Balga – 9342 2212 Beechboro – 9377 1822 Myaree – 9330 3467 Quinns – 9305 1866 Armadale – 9393 1200 Waikiki – 9591 3199
until 22 November 2018. Starts from 4.30pm and finishes at 6pm. A free dinner is provided at the end of each session. Participants can turn up and register before the start of each event.
FRIDAY 16 104th Osborne Park Show
6pm - 10 pm. All the fun of show returns in 2018 with free demos on the Arena, eight City of Stirling schools on the main-stage, two sheds of fur and feathers, craft and produce exhibitions, show bags and rides in sideshow alley and of course the legendary fireworks are on 9pm each evening! All your carnival favourites like show rides, show bags and agricultural displays return in 2018 along with a bumper edition free demonstrations, bands and local entertainment. There is even more seating and shade on the Arena this year with great food options, ATM's and a pop up bar nearby. osborneparkshow.com.au #osborneparkshow #ossieparkshow
Christmas Lights Trail Launch
Don’t miss the launch of the Christmas Lights Trail when thousands of dazzling lights transform the city into a magical location this Christmas. Enjoy festive roving entertainment, the Twilight Hawkers Markets, and of course, Santa and his sleigh. From 5pm 9.30pm
SATURDAY17 Animaze: Amazing Animals for Kids Animaze is Fremantle Arts Centre’s first-ever contemporary art exhibition for kids. Featuring amazing animals of all sorts, kids can wander and explore the wonderful world of animals and art. There’s also specially designed play spaces, animal story readings and hands-on kid’s workshops in this full-on animal art safari for kids and families. Visit fac.org.au for more details. Runs daily until Wednesday 23 January.
104th Osborne Park Show
11am - 10 pm. All the fun of show returns in 2018 with free demos on the Arena, eight City of Stirling schools on the main-stage, two sheds of fur and feathers, craft and produce exhibitions, show bags and rides in sideshow alley and of course the legendary fireworks are on 9pm each evening! All your carnival favourites like show rides, show bags and agricultural displays return in 2018 along with a bumper edition free demonstrations, bands and local entertainment. There is even more seating and shade on the Arena this year with great food options, ATM's and a pop up bar nearby. osborneparkshow.com.au #osborneparkshow #ossieparkshow
Cinderella and The Velvet Slipper
6pm show. All of the customary characters are here the ugly sisters of course, and Dandini and his wicked stepbrother, the less than charming Prince Charming. Buttons joins us as usual, but this time around Button's mother is Cinderella's 'witchy' godmother, Toggles. Add in a fed up King Charming (along with the Town Clerk and Toggle's potions), loads of action, jokes and audience participation and here we have a recipe for a bracing and intriguing new slant on an old favourite! To reserve your tickets, please click here or call 9341 7926. Hamersley Recreation Centre.
Perth Pet Expo 2018
Bring your pet and family to the 5th Anniversary of the Perth Pet Expo at Claremont Showground. Perth Pet Expo is the only event of it's kind in WA -
THURSDAYS
Doubleview – 9446 1135 Meadow Springs – 9581 8944
FRIDAYS
Midland – 9274 1001
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don't miss out! See the latest products, services, attractions and technologies available. Watch presentations, enter your pet for WA's Cutest Pet Competition to be crowned at the event! See www.perthpetexpo.com.au or visit our Facebook page for more information.t Conditions of sale: Attendees may bring ONE PET PER PERSON to the expo. Please consolidate the house rules for pet attendance (www.perthpetexpo.com.au/tickets/).
SUNDAY 18 Cinderella and The Velvet Slipper
2.30pm Matinee. All of the customary characters are here - the ugly sisters of course, and Dandini and his wicked stepbrother, the less than charming Prince Charming. Buttons joins us as usual, but this time around Button's mother is Cinderella's 'witchy' godmother, Toggles. Add in a fed up King Charming (along with the Town Clerk and Toggle's potions), loads of action, jokes and audience participation and here we have a recipe for a bracing and intriguing new slant on an old favourite! To reserve your tickets, please click here or call 9341 7926. Hamersley Recreation Centre.
Perth Pet Expo 2018
Bring your pet and family to the 5th Anniversary of the Perth Pet Expo at Claremont Showground. Perth Pet Expo is the only event of it's kind in WA don't miss out! See the latest products, services, attractions and technologies available. Watch presentations, enter your pet for WA's Cutest Pet Competition to be crowned at the event! See www.perthpetexpo.com.au or visit our Facebook page for more information. Conditions of sale: Attendees may bring ONE PET PER PERSON to the expo. Please consolidate the house rules for pet attendance (www.perthpetexpo.com.au/tickets/).
Castledare Minature Railway
Its our monthly 3rd Sunday run day at Wilson park, so why not get the family out of the house and have a relaxing day playing on trains and having a picnic or play on the playground. No bare feet. Eftpos available. 10am - 2pm
Mindarie Festival The Mindarie Festival will be held on Sunday 18th November from 12pm - 5pm and it is a free familyfriendly event celebrating our local community. It’s a safe, fun and exciting day for the whole family! Artisan market stalls, Street food stalls, Roving performers, Free kids activities, Kid's carnival rides, Live bands on two stages, DJ's. Proudly supported by the City of Wanneroo. For more information please visit our website or call reception on 08 9305 9305.
MONDAY 19 Riverlands Montessori School Tour
Please join us for a tour of our campus, which includes a walk through the classrooms to see children working in a Montessori environment. Time: 9am. Childcare available. Bookings essential. Phone 9250 6444 or email admin@riverlands.wa.edu.au to register.
WEDNESDAY 21 The Gruffalo's Child - Live in Perth
The Gruffalo's Child arrives at STCWA this November! CDP presents Tall Stories' production of The Gruffalo's Child, based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. If you loved The Gruffalo, don't miss the sequel, which returns following previous sellout Australian tours – now in a new West End production! Join the Gruffalo's Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book. The team behind The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The 13-, 26-, 52and 78-Storey Treehouses return with The Gruffalo's Child, bringing together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up, and their adults…
THURSDAY 22 NightFields AFL and Basketball
NightFields is a free AFL and basketball program for ages 6–18, running every Thursday at Gwynne Park until 22 November 2018. Starts from 4.30pm and finishes at 6pm. A free dinner is provided at the end of each session. Participants can turn up and register before the start of each event.
FRIDAY 23 Christmas Night Market
Quinns Rocks Sports Club will play host again to our special Christmas Night Market - a free Family Friendly Night packed full of unique market stalls, live music and kids' entertainment. Local dance school - Smash Dance Company will supply a showstopping performance. A special menu will be on offer from the Club while the licensed bar will be open for service! Come join us for a relaxed and fun-filled evening!
SATURDAY24 Avocado Festival
Come celebrate all things Avocado – from fresh produce to a vast range of skin and beauty products to delicious food and cooking demonstrations. From 10am to 5pm. Call 9234 2217 or visit araluenbotanicpark.com.au. Runs 24 and 25 November.
SUNDAY 25 Peter Combe's Christmas Album: Live in Concert
This Christmas Peter Combe is taking his beloved 1990 Christmas Album around Australia. Joined by a full band and a talented young choir from Mercedes College, Peter will perform every track from what is indisputably his most loved collection of songs. Join us for this Australian family Christmas event. Shows at 3pm & 6pm. Subiaco Arts Centre - Main Auditorium
THURSDAY 29 Santas coming to town!
See Santa arrive at Ellenbrook Central and ride the free mini steam train. see website for all the details. ellenbrookcmntral.com.au
FRIDAY 30 Tutti: Circus Oz with WASO
8pm show. Live orchestral music and acrobatic stunts from Australia’s Circus Oz. Join WASO as they entwine their music around the acrobatic limbs of Circus Oz in a spectacular fusion of two extraordinary and dramatically different art forms. Be swept up by the power of the live orchestra as Australia’s daredevil stunt masters defy the laws of physics, tickle your funny-bone and push the boundaries of impossibility. Tickaets from waso.com.au
december SATURDAY1 Tutti: Circus Oz with WASO 2pm show. Live orchestral music and acrobatic stunts from Australia’s Circus Oz. Join WASO as they entwine their music around the acrobatic limbs of Circus Oz in a spectacular fusion of two extraordinary and dramatically different art forms. Be swept up by the power of the live orchestra as Australia’s daredevil stunt masters defy the laws of physics, tickle your funny-bone and push the boundaries of impossibility. Tickaets from waso.com.au
SUNDAY 9 Christmas Carols in Claremont Park
Town of Claremont will bring the spirit of Christmas to Claremont Park at the annual Christmas Carols in Claremont event, with a jam-packed program including kid’s activities, a visit from Santa and carols led by Perth Symphony Orchestra.
FRIDAY 14 Sleeping Beauty
6.30pm show. The Charlesworth Ballet Institute, supported by Youth Ballet WA, proudly presents Sleeping Beauty. Crown Theatre. Tickets from ticketmaster.com
SATURDAY15 Sleeping Beauty
11.30am & 3.30pm shows. The Charlesworth Ballet Institute, supported by Youth Ballet WA, proudly presents Sleeping Beauty. Crown Theatre. Tickets from ticketmaster.com
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To celebrate Outback Splash at The Maze’s new 17.5 metre water slide tower, which is set to open in Summer 2019 and featuring two raft slides, a body slide, along with what will be one of WA’s ultimate thrill slides, we are giving away a family pass valued at $115! themaze.com.au
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