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Family and siblings
Children grow up in different structures such as nuclear families, blended families, rainbow families (same sex parents) and single parents.
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Rainbow families
The term ‘rainbow family’ refers to a family with parents of the same sex bringing up a child. Find out more how to overcome some of the challenges and tips for going forward.
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Raising a child when your family is overseas
Raising a child and building family relationships over distance can be hard. Learn where to get support and how to involve family who live far away.
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Payments for families
Payments to support families are available from the Australian Government. Find out what’s available if you are the parent or carer of a child.
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Family planning clinics
Family planning clinics provide support relating to reproduction, contraception and pregnancy and can be found throughout Australia.
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Blended families and step-parents
Blended families are formed when parents form a new relationship and move in together. Given time, energy and care, blended families can work well.
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Pets in the family
Find out how to prepare your pet for a new baby and how to teach your child to look after your pet. Learn about pet allergies and illnesses.
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Family violence during pregnancy
Family or domestic violence (DV) can begin or become worse during pregnancy – find out what to do if you or someone you know needs help.
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Creating a family budget
Creating a family budget can help you manage your finances and spend less time worrying about money. This page will guide you through the steps.
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Fertility awareness (natural family planning)
Fertility awareness is learning to identify which days of the month you are fertile. It can be used as a form of contraception or to become pregnant.
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