Empowering Mothers. Transforming Futures.

At The Babes Project, we believe that every woman facing challenging circumstances during pregnancy and early parenting deserves the support, strength, and tools to thrive in motherhood.

Our story began with Founder Helen Parker’s personal experience of an unplanned pregnancy at 20. Facing significant challenges and lacking support, Helen was inspired to ensure that all women could access the care and education they need during the perinatal period (pregnancy and the first year of parenting).

"When I found myself pregnant, I didn’t know where to turn. I was scared and alone and just needed someone to tell me I could do this - and then show me how. That’s why The Babes Project exists - so women don’t have to feel alone or unsure of how to be a parent." - Helen Parker, Founder

Helen’s vision has grown into a movement that now empowers countless women across Victoria. At The Babes Project, we provide holistic perinatal support, walking alongside women from pregnancy through early parenting with practical help, education, and a community of encouragement. We create safe, non-judgmental spaces where women can find the confidence and tools to embrace motherhood, no matter their circumstances.

Our programs are designed to address the unique challenges of pregnancy and early parenting, equipping women with life skills, pregnancy, birth and parenting education, and emotional well-being support. We’ve seen women overcome significant obstacles and emerge stronger, leading to brighter futures for themselves and their children.

Our Perinatal Support Centres.

The Babes Project operates two key centres in Victoria - Frankston and Croydon - both offering the same vital, on-the-ground perinatal support to women and families in their local communities. At each location, we provide a range of holistic services designed to meet the needs of women facing challenging circumstances during pregnancy and early motherhood.

From practical resources and mentoring to education and emotional support, our centres in Frankston and Croydon deliver consistent care via fortnightly appointments, workshops and group programs to empower women throughout the perinatal period. Whether at Frankston or Croydon, women can access programs that help them build confidence, strengthen their families, and navigate the challenges of early parenting.

Creating Lasting Change.

Motherhood is an incredible journey. At The Babes Project, we witness stories of courage, resilience, and fierce love every day. While it comes with challenges, we know that with the right support, every woman has the power to build a thriving family.

We are committed to walking alongside women, offering the guidance, resources, and care they need to navigate early motherhood. Together, we help women and their families write new chapters - chapters filled with hope, joy, and the opportunity to realise their fullest potential.