The Parenting Line is a free telephone service providing information and advice for people caring for children and teenagers up to 18 years of age.
Contact
Tel: (08) 6279 1200
1800 654 432 (free for STD callers)
Available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
What we can help you with
Telephone the Parenting Line when you have questions about any aspect of parenting and want some information or guidance.
You may want to know things like:
- what to expect as your child grows and develops
- how to manage your toddlers tantrums
- play ideas for different ages
- ideas to manage childhood problems like lying and stealing
- what can you do about bullying
- how to talk with your teenager about difficult things
- where to get information about alcohol, drugs and teenagers
- what services and groups can help you and your family
Trained staff are parents themselves. They understand the task of parenting and can talk with you about any questions you have, big or small. They can also put you in touch with other places which can help.
Who should call?
Anyone can call - parents, grandparents, other family members, friends, people taking care of children or those wanting to help someone who is.