Multiple Birth Association for WA celebrates 50 years
Kaye Ross, pictured with twins Bernadette and Ashton, and triplets Archer, Asher and Amour
The Multiple Birth Association of Western Australia is celebrating 50 years this year, increasing awareness and providing support for the unique challenges faced by parents of twins, triplets and more.
The Multiple Birth Association was formed in May 1974 as the Twins Plus Club of WA by a group of mothers who felt the need for the companionship and sharing of experiences with other parents of multiple birth children.
The association is a long-term tenant at King Edward Memorial Hospital and Kaye Ross, pictured with twins Bernadette and Ashton, and triplets Archer, Asher and Amour, has been a founding member of the association since 1974.
The association is a not-for-profit organisation run by a committee of volunteer parents of multiple birth children. The group has grown to support over 500 families with advice, education and support services to multiple birth parents. The association provide:
- Social events
- Workshops for expectant and new parents
- Coffee get togethers
- Equipment to hire, such as breastfeeding pumps and pillows
- Hospital visits for expectant and new parents
- Monthly club newsletters
- Closed Facebook groups for support and advice
- Specialised contacts
The association marked the milestone with a high tea event on Sunday 5 May. For more information visit Multiple Birth Association Western Australia (external site).