Category: Baby & Toddlers

Let us short cut you to the best beaches for kids and families in Wollongong and the South Coast of NSW. We are so very blessed to be spoilt in the Illawarra and South Coast with a smorgasboard of beautiful coastline, rock pools and stunning beaches. Seriously, where else can you say you live amongst […]

Wondering about becoming a foster carer in the Illawarra or greater NSW? If you’re looking into the different types of foster care and for the best foster care agency to choose, read on. Our Illawarra & Wollongong region has a strong need for more foster carers. So we thank you for considering fostering and how you can […]

Welcome to Stuart Park, one of Wollongong’s best playgrounds and parks by the beach. It has incredible play equipment, is accessible for wheelchairs, is great for bikes and offers a lagoon to paddle and swim. Plus Stuart Park has toilets, cafe’s, shady spots and free bbqs. Here’s our comprehensive review of the award-winning / all […]

There are so many amazing parks and playgrounds in our beautiful part of the world! Here at Parent’s Guide Illawarra, we have searched for the best toddler-friendly playgrounds in Wollongong and the Illawarra. As a local mum writing for Parents Guide Illawarra, I’ve seen my kids tackle all the play equipment, and they all got […]

Discover enclosed playgrounds and gated parks in Wollongong and the Illawarra. Read on for perfect outside play places for toddlers or runners. We’ve got your family needs covered at Parents Guide Illawarra. We’ve all been there. Desperate to get the kids out of the house (and even more so, desperate for a caffeine hit) but […]

Living in Wollongong and the surrounding suburbs is like living in paradise; there are many suburbs with pros and cons. Here at Parents’ Guide Illawarra, we have chosen fifteen of the best suburbs for families to consider. We look at amenities, schools, a sense of community and all the important things you need to look […]

Looking for Playgrounds or Parks with cafes near me? Outdoor play is essential for kids’ wellbeing and development. And parenting is easier with coffee! Enjoy an Illawarra family outing to a new park and cafe. Parents Guide Illawarra (best things to do with kids in Wollongong) have teamed up with Play Illawarra (inspiring play for […]

Cringilla HIlls, one of Wollongong’s newest playgrounds completed in 2022. It was designed to be all inclusive, from ‘bumpy’ frog out the front to the outrageous pump track it’s a great time for all. With this Illawarra playground, bike & BMX track, walking trails and picnic spots, pack your bikes, kids and mates for a […]