Becoming a new parent can be rough: the lack of sleep, new responsibilities and adjusting to a new routine.
Even for an experienced early childhood educator, like Laura Pirotta, it pays to have access to professional advice.
Access to Maternal and Child Health Services in Latrobe City improved since February this year, with the opening of a Maternal and Child Health Centre at Mid Valley Shopping Centre.
It is more convenient for families compared to the former Vincent Road site, due to its proximity to public transport, being situated at the bus terminal end of Mid Valley shopping centre.
This means staff can make more on site appointments for parents who were previously unable to travel to the Vincent Road centre and, as such, relied on outreach support.
There is also an administration officer on site to assist with other Family Service enquiries such as preschool enrolments and childcare.