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PICNIC will help you gain the confidence and skills to make feeding your child easier.
PICNIC is a free NSW Health feeding support program for parents and carers of babies and young children. Delivered across the Mid North Coast, Central Coast, Western NSW, Northern NSW and Southern NSW. If you live outside these regions, you’re still welcome to join. Simply choose “Other” when completing your registration.
Developed by expert Dietitians and informed by parents, PICNIC provides trusted feeding information, practical ideas and supportive resources to help families feel more confident and less stressed at mealtimes.
Whether you’re starting solids, navigating fussy eating or packing lunchboxes, PICNIC offers evidence-based support you can use in everyday family life.
Read more About PICNIC and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for regular feeding tips and information.
Is PICNIC right for me?
PICNIC may be right for you if you’re looking to:
- Gain confidence in how to feed your child
- Have more positive, relaxed mealtimes with less stress
- Better understand your picky or fussy eater to support them
- Get started on your solids journey
- Access practical, easy to understand feeding information
- Get support from Dietitians and other parents
How PICNIC can support you
PICNIC gives you information and resources based on the latest evidence. Our range of free, accessible supports include:
- Online or in-person workshops with a Dietitian
- Monthly live chats with a Dietitian
- Website containing all our helpful, downloadable information
- A private online parent community to share experiences
- Ongoing tips via social media: Facebook and Instagram
- Help with local referrals when more individual feeding support is needed
Why parents and carers choose PICNIC
With PICNIC, parents and carers gain free, evidence-based, trusted feeding support from NSW Health:
- Led by Dietitians
- Informed by parents
- Inclusive and non-judgemental
- Focused on building positive lifelong eating habits
“PICNIC gave me permission to take the pressure off my bub ‘eating’ and focus on building positive food experiences over time. Really leaning into our ‘feeding roles’ has been a mental game changer for me. We have so much fun with food!”
Frequently asked questions
Who can join PICNIC?
Anyone can join a PICNIC workshop. Parents, carers, grandparents, extended family members and anyone interested in learning more about feeding children are welcome.
Does it cost?
No. PICNIC is free and funded through NSW Health local health districts.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed. Simply <JOIN> and get started.
My child is a picky eater. Can PICNIC help?
Yes. PICNIC supports families with a range of everyday feeding challenges including picky and fussy eating.
Can I bring someone along?
Yes. You’re welcome to attend with a partner, grandparent, family member or support person. We’re also working on something extra to make PICNIC more accessible!
Every family deserves feeding support.
Whether you’re starting solids, navigating fussy eating or simply looking for reassurance, PICNIC can help you feel more confident and make mealtimes less stressful.
Pictures from our workshops
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