Our vision is for families and babies to experience the most comfortable and welcoming stay possible in the Neonatal Services Unit. We believe parents should be provided with the knowledge to effectively care and advocate for the ongoing needs of their babies.
The Featherweight Club is a volunteer group established to provide support to families who currently have or have previously had a baby in Special Care, in particular within the Neonatal Services Unit at Mercy Hospital for Women in Heidelberg, Victoria. We aim to promote positive relationships between families, Mercy Hospital for Women and the community.
Regular Featherweight Club newsletters sent to every family who has had a baby in the Special Care Nursery
Initiatives to improve education and information about raising babies and children who have been in Special Care
Raising funds for equipment or refurbishment that will make life in hospital more comfortable for babies and their families. Click here to view photos of our Butterfly Room project.
Raising funds to assist parents whose circumstances place them under undue financial strain and hardship during their baby's stay in hospital
None of the above can happen without volunteers or money. That's where you can support the Featherweight Club. Help us to provide special care for families with special babies.
You can phone the Featherweight Club direct on our new Melbourne number: (03) 9005-8325. This service is answered by volunteers who are happy to take your call and answer your queries. Please leave a message if they are unavailable when you dial and someone will get back to you.
