New parents missing out

Tasmanian Labor
  • Only one public mother and baby unit in the state
  • Parents in North and North West need support too
  • Building more units will help parents and get people into jobs
  • Tasmanian
    parents who need support with new babies are missing out because of inadequate
    services outside of Hobart.

    Labor
    Leader Rebecca White said with only one public mother and baby unit in the
    state, new parents are left to struggle.

    “Supporting
    new parents is vital to ensure babies get the best start in life.

    “Parents
    facing difficulties with a new baby should be able to get the help they need,
    regardless of where they live in Tasmania. Families should not have to compete
    for access to support after the birth of a child.

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