Pregnant and new families we support, be it through our family support, groups or outreach programs are often in need of material support.

To meet their needs, we collect donations of baby goods and clothing, new or in excellent used condition to give to pregnant women and young families. our mums.

For families to be offered the most dignified access to support, we ask that all goods have been checked individually by you before you donate. Please ensure that they are good enough for another child to wear and are in fact in excellent used condition with no damage or stains on the clothes.

The items accepted have changed as of August 1, 2025. Please read the list below for more information.

Clothes and Nappies

We can accept the following clothes in excellent condition.

Clothes sizes from birth 00000 – 5 (Essendon and Caroline Springs)
Clothes sizes 0-12 (Shepparton only)
Pyjamas and sleepwear
Sleep sacks
Hand knitted or crocheted clothing, beanies, and booties.

We do not accept adult or maternity clothing.

Nappies –

disposable only.

Sizes 1-6 (pull ups accepted)

Open and loose nappies

brand new packs

Nappy bags

Wipes

We do not accept :

swimwear nappies

old underwear

old socks

Adult clothes

Maternity wear

Reusable nappies

Shoes

We accept

Sizes: Baby – 6

Clean and excellent condition (no stains or rips)

We don’t accept:

Shoes with wear and tear

Prams and Car Seats

As of 1 August 2025, we no longer accept car seats and prams

Sleeping

We accept:

Blankets (no weighted blankets)

We don’t accept :

Bed linen

Cots

Bassinets

Porta Cots

Cot or bassinet bumpers

Pillows

Cushions

Bean bags

Furniture ( dressers, beds, bed side tables)

Play equipment and Toys

We accept:

Books in excellent clean condition and all pages in tact.

Puzzles (with all the pieces) we cant accept if it is missing pieces.

Art and craft kits (in excellent used condition)

We don’t accept:

Play mats

Toys (including battery operated)

Second hand toys

Bouncers or rockers

Play gym

Bicycles

Play tunnels or tents

Old soft toys

Safety

We don’t accept:

Baby carriers

Playpens

Safety gates

Baby monitors

Highchairs

Baby slings

Bumbo seats

Potties

Toilet seats

Steps

Nappy bins

Food and Feeding

We accept:

New Bottles (plastic only)

Breast pumps (in working condition)

We don’t accept:

Bibs

Formula

Maternity or breastfeeding pillows

Children’s plates

Bowls

Sippy cups

drink bottles

Lunch boxes

Old milk bottles

Glass bottles

Hygiene and care

We accept:

Maternity pads (unopened or loose)

Toiletries:

Toiletries for babies, children and adults that are new or unopened and with at least 3 months before expiry .

We don’t accept:

washable nursing pads

Change tables

Change mats

Baby baths

Opened toiletries

Adult underwear or socks

A huge thank you to our communities for your donations of pre-loved and new goods.

Donation days and locations:

Essendon- 977 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon is open for donations every Monday and Wednesday 10am-2pm.

Caroline Springs 1, Darebin Place Caroline Springs is open for donations every Thursday 10am-2pm.

Please call the office on 03 9361 7000 in advance to discuss your donation if you are unsure.

Shepperton- 15 A St Andrews Road, Shepperton office is open for donations on Monday – Wednesday 9am – 12pm.

Please call Shepparton office on 03 5821 0826 to discuss your donation if unsure.