Weekly • Buderim
SCMBA Playgroup
A relaxed, welcoming playgroup for multiples aged 0–5 and their siblings. Age-appropriate toys, craft, songs, morning tea, and — most importantly — parents who get it.
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Registered Charity • Since 1982
Every twin, triplet & multiples family deserves a village.
SCMBA is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit association supporting Sunshine Coast families raising twins, triplets and higher-order multiples — through playgroup, peer connection, practical resources and community.
ACNC Registered
Volunteer-run since 1982
AMBA Affiliated
250+ local familiesconnected through SCMBA
What we do
Practical, peer-led support built for multiples families
Raising more than one baby at a time is a unique journey. Our programs are designed by parents who’ve been there — so you never have to figure it out alone.
Weekly Playgroup
A safe, joyful space in Buderim where multiples and their siblings can play, and parents can connect with others who understand.
Peer Support Network
An active member community sharing advice on feeding, sleep, prematurity, school, twin-language and everyday multiples life.
Practical Resources
Guides on pregnancy with multiples, breastfeeding twins, tandem sleep routines, and navigating early childhood — all in one place.
Hospital Bag Support
Care packs delivered to Sunshine Coast maternity wards for families welcoming twins — a little kindness for a big transition.
Family Events
Annual family picnics, Christmas parties, sibling activities and information nights with midwives, dietitians and educators.
Preloved Equipment
Member access to double prams, tandem carriers, twin feeding pillows and other gear — sustainable, affordable, family-tested.
Our story
A community that started with a few local mums — and grew into a lifeline.
Established on 4 July 1982, SCMBA has spent more than four decades walking beside Sunshine Coast families raising twins, triplets and higher-order multiples. We’re a small, entirely volunteer-run charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
- Registered Australian Charity (ACNC) — ABN 13 025 603 530
- Serving Queensland families since 1982
- Affiliated with the Australian Multiple Birth Association (AMBA)
- Governed by an elected volunteer committee of parents
Four decades of local impact
A small charity making a measurable difference in the lives of Sunshine Coast multiples families.
43+
Years supporting families
250+
Local member families
40
Playgroup sessions / year
100%
Volunteer-led
Our programs
Where multiples families find their people
From your first ultrasound to the school gate — the SCMBA community is with you at every stage.
Year-round
Family Services & Peer Support
Expectant-parent info sessions, hospital care packs, a private members’ support group, and one-on-one mentoring from experienced multiples parents.
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From our members
Real stories from Sunshine Coast families
“We joined SCMBA a week after our twins came home. Playgroup gave us structure, friends, and the confidence to leave the house. It genuinely saved my mental health that first year.”
EM
Emma M.Mum of identical twin girls, Mooloolaba
“The hospital bag we received in the NICU meant everything. Someone had thought about us. That small act of kindness led us to years of friendship and support.”
JT
Jess & TomParents of triplets, Caloundra
“Advice from parents who’ve actually raised multiples is priceless. From tandem breastfeeding to sleep routines, our SCMBA family got us through.”
SK
Sarah K.Mum of fraternal twin boys, Buderim