Being a Dad of young children can be fun and rewarding, but it can also be stressful, especially when there are two (or more) of them. You deserve a night out  We would love to see some NIMBA Dads (or Dads to be) NIMBA for an informal social catch up for dinner, drinks, or a chat. It's up to you. This is a NIMBA Members only event - for membership queries please contact us.  Members can find event details in our members NIMBA Facebook Group

NIMBA expectant parent sessions are approximately 2 hours long and a great way of preparing you for the arrival of your babies. We cover topics such as.... - Planning for the arrival of your multiples - Your hospital stay - Coming home and the early days with your multiples - What equipment you will (and won't) need - Getting help and support - Breast and bottle feeding - Routines - Getting out and about with your multiples It's also a great way to meet other parents expecting multiples. The session is open to mums, dads, partners, grandparents and anyone who might help you in the early days with your twins or triplets. Sessions are held in Northcote For general enquiries on Expectant Parent Info Session bookings or for membership queries, email info@nimba.amba.org.au Member bookings can be made via the Evenbrite link shared in our NIMBA members Facebook group. 

Please join us for a NIMBA Weekend Playgroup in Merri-Bek Held on the last Sunday of the month, playgroup is a great chance to get together with other families of multiples for a chat, a snack and a play. Our NIMBA survey told us that a longer session is preferred, so we've extended the meetup to 11.30am. Please bring along any snacks or drink for your little ones. We try to have a sit down together part way through for a bit of a nibble. All-ages are welcome!!! As are siblings and family members. The space: the hall is a large open space so there is lots of room for prams, lots of space for different play zones, kid sized tables to sit at for a play or a snack, and a cushy mat for littlies to lay on. Parking and public transport is available right out side on Sydney Rd. Come through the front gate, through the front doors and you'll find us at the end of the hallway in the back room. (there are a couple of steps inside in the hallway - if you need help getting down with a pram let us know!)   This is a member only event. Please refer to our members Facebook group or email us for the location.     **please note that I might take a photo or two for funding and newsletter purposes. Please let me know if you would not like to be photographed  

*** SOLD OUT - email events@nimba.amba.org.au to be added to wait list *** Bring along your little explorers for one of the favourtie annual NIMBA member events - the Winter Warmer @ BOUNCE! We have booked the miniBOUNCE zone. It has a a two-level active play structure with a dual-lane slide, a ball pit and a mini challenge course. The features and equipment encourage playful exploration and help build confidence and independence while having fun. This is a NIMBA member exclusive ticketed event. Tickets will be available from 9am Monday 1st July. Waitlist: please email events@nimba.amba.org.au if ticket allocation is exhausted and you wish to be notified if places become available due to cancellation. Tickets are only for the MiniBounce Zone (exclusively for pre-schoolers : walking age (18months) to 5yo/110cms), therefore please only order tickets for NIMBA pre-school family members. See FAQs for information regarding tickets for over 5s.) To ensure this ticketing system is fair for all NIMBA members, you should only reserve the tickets you need for your own family. If you have yet to renew your membership, the NIMBA Committee requests your membership is renewed before ordering tickets as non-renewed members are ineligible to attend. Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to the event organiser.   FAQs Do I order tickets for over-5 year olds (children)? No, for members with over 5 year olds, please book a General Session via the website (https://www.bounceinc.com.au/venue-heidelberg-vic) for the same time and date, and send the invoice to treasurer@nimba.amba.org.au to be reimbursed. Do I order tickets for adults? No, adults attending Kid-Zone with their under-5 year olds do not require a ticket. Do I order tickets for adults who want a General Session ticket? NIMBA will reimburse the cost of children only. Big adult kids will need to purchase their own tickets. Can I come if I have not yet renewed my membership? Please ensure your membership is up-to-date before ordering your tickets. Members who have not renewed their membership are ineligible to attend. Any tickets ordered by a non-renewed member will not be honoured and returned to availability to paid NIMBA members. Not sure of your membership status? Contact the Membership Secretary on membership@nimba.amba.org.au with any membership questions. How can I contact the organiser with any questions? events@nimba.amba.org.au

Please join us for a NIMBA Weekend Playgroup in Merri-Bek Held on the last Sunday of the month, playgroup is a great chance to get together with other families of multiples for a chat, a snack and a play. Our NIMBA survey told us that a longer session is preferred, so we've extended the meetup to 11.30am. Please bring along any snacks or drink for your little ones. We try to have a sit down together part way through for a bit of a nibble. All-ages are welcome!!! As are siblings and family members. The space: the hall is a large open space so there is lots of room for prams, lots of space for different play zones, kid sized tables to sit at for a play or a snack, and a cushy mat for littlies to lay on. Parking and public transport is available right out side on Sydney Rd. Come through the front gate, through the front doors and you'll find us at the end of the hallway in the back room. (there are a couple of steps inside in the hallway - if you need help getting down with a pram let us know!)   This is a member only event. Please refer to our members Facebook group or email us for the location.     **please note that I might take a photo or two for funding and newsletter purposes. Please let me know if you would not like to be photographed  

Please join us for a NIMBA Weekend Playgroup in Merri-Bek Held on the last Sunday of the month, playgroup is a great chance to get together with other families of multiples for a chat, a snack and a play. Our NIMBA survey told us that a longer session is preferred, so we've extended the meetup to 11.30am. Please bring along any snacks or drink for your little ones. We try to have a sit down together part way through for a bit of a nibble. All-ages are welcome!!! As are siblings and family members. The space: the hall is a large open space so there is lots of room for prams, lots of space for different play zones, kid sized tables to sit at for a play or a snack, and a cushy mat for littlies to lay on. Parking and public transport is available right out side on Sydney Rd. Come through the front gate, through the front doors and you'll find us at the end of the hallway in the back room. (there are a couple of steps inside in the hallway - if you need help getting down with a pram let us know!)   This is a member only event. Please refer to our members Facebook group or email us for the location.     **please note that I might take a photo or two for funding and newsletter purposes. Please let me know if you would not like to be photographed  

Extra special  musical  THORNBURY PLAYGROUP for June.  We have got BopAlong music coming to join us for 45minutes of musical frivolity for this special playgroup edition. All family members welcome, Erynn will cater to all ages with singing and dancing and may even bust out the rainbow parachute.  THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT - PLEASE RSVP. FOR DETAILS SEE NIMBA FACEBOOK GROUP OR EMAIL US We’d love to see you there! Come along to connect and play with other families of multiples. All ages welcome, we’ll have mats & toys for babies, and plenty of toys for the bigs. If the weather is dry we’ll open the doors and enjoy the secure fenced outdoor play area. Change table, toilets and kitchen all available. Tea and coffee available, bring morning tea for the kids if needed. Looking forward to seeing you all!   **please note that I might take a photo or two for funding and newsletter purposes. Please let me know if you would not like to be photographed     NIMBA would like to acknowledge the City of Darebin for their ongoing support. 

Please join us for a NIMBA Weekend Playgroup in Merri-Bek Held on the last Sunday of the month, playgroup is a great chance to get together with other families of multiples for a chat, a snack and a play.   Our NIMBA survey told us that a longer session is preferred, so we've extended the meetup to 11.30am. Please bring along any snacks or drink for your little ones. We try to have a sit down together part way through for a bit of a nibble.   All-ages are welcome!!! As are siblings and family members.   The space: the hall is a large open space so there is lots of room for prams, lots of space for different play zones, kid sized tables to sit at for a play or a snack, and a cushy mat for littlies to lay on. Parking and public transport is available right out side on Sydney Rd. Come through the front gate, through the front doors and you'll find us at the end of the hallway in the back room. (there are a couple of steps inside in the hallway - if you need help getting down with a pram let us know!)   This is a member only event. Please refer to our members Facebook group or email us for the location.   **please note that I might take a photo or two for funding and newsletter purposes. Please let me know if you would not like to be photographed  

Come on down to Oldis Gardens 10-12noon in Northcote and enjoy some fresh air, beautiful scenery and some fellow multiples company! BYO Picnic mat and snacks.

***Please note updated venue *** Multiple Births Awareness Week 2023 | Equality for Multiple Birth Families With thanks to the City of Yarra, NIMBA will celebrate MBAW with a family fun day, including: Morning Tea Facepainting Sports 4 Kinders sport sessions Music with Razz Easter Egg Hunt BYO picnic blankets, sunscreen, hats, drinks, etc. Why not hang around for a playground play afterwards? Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to a NIMBA Committee Member (wearing a black NIMBA t-shirt on the day)

Hi all, Just a reminder of the NIMBA End of Year party this Sunday 27th November. We're planning lots of fun activities including: Magic Show Petting Zoo, Craft Corner  PLUS a special guest appearance by Mrs Claus! There'll also be a coffee cart, and morning tea will be provided.  Note that this event will be predominantly held outdoors - so far no rain is forecast for Sunday (crossing fingers and toes!) but please come prepared. Other details: Remember, as per our Covid Safe Plan, attendees must socially distance and where this is not possible, wear a mask. Attendees should not attend if they display any COVID symptoms or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed COVID case in the last 14 days. Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to the event organiser. We look forward to seeing you there!  The NIMBA Committee team