Children, families and communities thrive when we are. healthy, connected, growing, safe and included. These 5 outcomes are at the core of QEC's work and will play a vital role in your journey with us 🤍. #everychildbeststart #parenting #earlyparentingcentre

Why do tantrums happen, and how should we respond?. A great topic covered by Raising Children that discusses what to expect as a parent, and strategies to help respond to your child 🤍. Visit to find out more. #everychildbeststart

After 33 years at QEC, Dr Saaroni is starting well-deserved retirement! . Thank you for all of the support you have provided families. Your dedication to ensuring children thrive has been amazing 👏. #everychildbeststart

Build Update! .The paint works have started 🎨. It's so exciting to see all of this work progressing. We are still offering support for families, call us on 9549 2777 or visit our website, to fill out a referral form. #everychildbeststart #parenting

Our team had the privilege of attending the Maternal and Child Health Conference last Friday. It was great chatting with everyone about QEC's growth and how we can support parents and children to thrive 🌟. #earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting

It's R U OK Day today, and this week our teams got together for a buffet-style lunch to check in and reconnect with one another. We had all the toppings, and enjoyed some time in the sun ☀️.#RUOKDay #heretohear #everychildbeststart

A very helpful resource from @RCN_AUS around the development of 8 to 9-month-olds and how you can contribute towards your baby's development at this stage 👏. Swipe to see some tips, or visit for different stages of development. #everychildbeststart

It's Foster Care Week - this annual event raises awareness and acknowledges the work foster carers do and the contribution they make to the lives of vulnerable children and young people in our community 👏. #FCW23 #earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting

A week to acknowledge the role kinship carers play in raising many of Victoria’s children🤍. #Kinshipcarersweek2023 #earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting

A positive thought to remember ⭐ . #earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting #toddlers #babies

It's Child Protection Week and this year's theme is 'Every child in every Community needs a fair go'. In support of Child Protection Week, we asked our amazing PASDS Case Coordinator, Kayla, what the most rewarding part of her job is 🤍.#wherewestartmatters #ncpw23

We are always so thrilled to hear positive feedback like this 🤍. It is so important to us that you and your children feel comfortable at QEC while seeking support and reaching out to achieve your personal parenting goals. #earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting

In support of Equal Pay Day, we are joining the Women's Gender Equality Agency in their social media campaign - 'What's missing matters'. 👏. Join us by sharing a post from @WGEAgency on your social media. #whatsmissingmatters #equalpayday #closethegenderpaygap

We are here to support and help you to build confidence in your parenting. Early parenting is a journey, and it is always ok to reach out to your community for support. We partner with families seeking support for children 0-4 years of age. #everychildbeststart

A very helpful resource from @RCN_AUS around the development of 2 to 3-month-olds and how you can contribute towards your baby's development 🧡. Swipe to see some tips, or visit for different stages of development. #everychildbeststart

Dental Health Week is a great opportunity for us to learn more about the importance of oral health, and it is also a big part of our Health & Wellbeing approach at QEC. For more information on dental health Week, please visit #everychildbeststart

A great resource on safe sleeping from @RedNoseAus🔴. A safe sleep environment for babies is crucial to reduce the risk of sleep-related incidents. #RedNoseDay23 #everychildbeststart

A look into how our PlayRoom celebrated Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Children's Day 🌟. #everychildbeststart #littlevoices #loudfutures #NATSICD23

Build update alert!.An artist's impression of our soon-to-be atrium at our Noble Park site🌱. Bringing sunlight and nature into our Early Parenting Centre, this atrium is seen along the pathway to our Residential Unit. We can't wait to see the finished product!

Some amazing feedback from one of our Community programs. It is great to see when a parent's confidence increases and they start to feel capable again 💙. ##earlyparentingcentre #everychildbeststart #parenting