Child and family health services

​​​​Child and family health services are free for NSW parents and carers of children aged 0-5 years.

They offer:

  • Health and development checks for your child, to make sure they are on track to reach important milestones
  • Support and information on a range of parenting topics, such as:
    • sleeping and settling
    • feeding
    • development and behaviour
    • your own wellbeing.
  • referrals to paediatricians, nutritionists, audiologists, optometrists.

You can also talk to your child and family health service if you are concerned about your child’s growth and development.

Child and family health services are run by health professionals, such as:

  • child and family health nurses
  • doctors
  • midwives​
  • speech therapists
  • social workers
  • psychologists.

You don’t need a referral to access a child and family health service. Find your local service using the map below.

Current as at: Wednesday 15 January 2025
Contact page owner: Maternity, Child and Family