Melbourne for kids

[danielle]

LOVE the collingwood childrens farm.

[Jaz]

My in-laws live in Ringwood (outer Eastern suburbs) and we always take DD to the aquatic centre - it's great. They have a large lap pool and then a toddler's pool and a baby's pool. The pools have all different kinds of fountains - overhead, under the water, spinning ones etc and DD absolutely LOVES it.

So if you're ever out Ringwood way looking for somewhere to take your children, check it out

http://www.maroondahleisure.com.au/v...aquatic-centre

[hennypenny]

OK, another one to add to the list!

http://www.familylifehome.com.au/index.html

Gorgeous cafe / family friendly venue in Prahran (Sandshoes I think is just like the one you have been looking for).

they have free story reading and other sessions on during the week.

[lonie]

Has this one been mentioned?
http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/ad...laygrounds.htm
We went there earlier this year and it was the coolest playground I've been to!!!

[hennypenny]

http://www.heybambini.com.au/

love this site:

"Hey Bambini provides a quick and easy guide for busy mums to find a suitable child friendly cafe to meet up with family or friends that caters especially for children."

[hennypenny]

and another

http://www.littleeats.com.au/

Cafe culture for Melbourne's little ones

[hennypenny]

Oh and for the mums. Pampered Mummies (not far from the city)

http://www.pamperedmummies.com.au/

"Welcome to Pampered Mummies, Yarravilles's newest concept beauty salon and cafe. At Pampered Mummies, as the name suggests, we especially cater for expectant mothers; new mums and focus on a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for babies and toddlers.
Feauturing an indoor cafe (with play pen for bubs) where you can drop in for a light lunch or simply enjoy a latte!"

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Originally Posted by lonie

Has this one been mentioned?
http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/ad...laygrounds.htm
We went there earlier this year and it was the coolest playground I've been to!!!

thanks Lonie, this place is popular with birthday parties!

[raven]

is the collingwood farm the stephanie alexander one? my melb friend was telling me all about it on the weekend.

[hennypenny]

Hi Raven, not sure, but Stephanie's cafe is in Richmond http://www.rhcl.com.au/