Evaluation of the Cradle to Kinder Programme for Aboriginal mothers and their children: Perspectives from the women and their workers

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About this journal article:

Aboriginal Cradle to Kinder is a home-vising and advocacy program delivered by VACCA to support material and child health during pregnancy and early childhood. This article explores how women and program staff experienced the program, including what was working well, where it was making a difference, and how it could be strengthened. Findings included stronger connection to culture, improved parenting skills and other benefits for families, alongside recommendations about caseloads and partnership with child protection. 

  • Year: 2020 
  • Authors: Renee O’Donnell, Muriel Bamblett, Gabrielle Johnson, Sue-Anne Hunter, Kerry Stringer, Shantai Croisdale, Bengianni Pizzirani, Darshini Ayton, Melissa Savaglio and Helen Skouteris 
  • Organisations: Monash University and VACCA 
  • Journal: Children Australia  

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