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NAVY NURTURE

Supporting you through pregnancy, birth and the early stages of parenting

NAVY NURTURE

Supporting you through pregnancy, birth and the early stages of parenting

About the Navy Nurture program

In partnership with Nourish Baby and Safe Sleep Space, the Navy Nurture program offers Navy Health Members guidance and support as you navigate pregnancy, birth, and those first months with your new baby.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

As part of the Navy Nurture program, you’ll gain access to:

Nourish Baby Learning Hub

Accredited online courses with engaging videos, interactive content, and expert guidance from qualified antenatal and early-parenting professionals.
Sleep & Settling Phone Support
Get personalised phone consultations from qualified sleep consultants to help you establish healthy sleep and settling habits.
Breastfeeding Consultation
Navy Health is proud to be the first private health insurer to offer IBCLC-led lactation consultations, supporting you through breastfeeding, formula feeding or mixed feeding and helping with any challenges along the way.
iCOPE Emotional Screening
Across the stages of the program, participants can access the iCOPE emotional health screening tool as well as other program-based support to track and proactively manage their mental health.
Welcome pack with digital resources
Receive a digital welcome pack, including the Foundations and Fundamentals eBook and other useful materials and resources for new parents.
Nourish Baby and Safe Sleep Space are programs delivered by Ternity Group, an Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) EQuIP6 accredited organisation.

Nourish Baby Learning Hub

The content is divided into five key learning areas to guide you through each stage of your parenting journey. Each module features engaging videos, interactive graphics, learning activities, knowledge checks, and bonus resources – all delivered by qualified antenatal and early-parenting professionals. The content is self-paced and designed to set you up for success as a new parent.

Course videos are available in English, Arabic, Mandarin and Vietnamese.
The five learning modules include:
  • Pregnancy Health
Guidance on how to stay healthy throughout your pregnancy including antenatal care options, nutrition, instructor-led exercises, and more.
  • Labour & Birth
Prepare for labour with confidence by learning the signs and stages, and understanding birth intervention and recovery, as well as tips for adjusting to parenthood.
  • Feeding Your Baby
Your ultimate guide to feeding success from recognising feeding cues to mastering breastfeeding or formula-feeding techniques and preparing for common challenges.
  • Babies (Up to 12 Months)
Give your baby the best possible start to life by learning how they communicate, how to develop sleep and settling techniques, how to apply first aid basics, and more.
  • Toddlers 1-3 Years
Learn about key skills and behaviours from 12 months to 3 years that help support your child’s growth and development.
Visit Navy Nurture Portal

Program Eligibility

If you are an expectant or new parent, and hold Gold Hospital cover* with Navy Health, you may be eligible to gain access to our exclusive Navy Nurture program.
To check your eligibility or register for this program, contact our Member Services team on 1300 306 289 or complete the online application form.
*Standard waiting periods apply.