Seahorse Playgroup is a social gathering for LGBTQIA+SB parents, carers, and their children here on Ngunnawal and Ngambri land. Our aim is to create a community space where Queer families are celebrated and normalised.
Get-togethers start with a baby Acknowledgement of Country, followed by a parent/carer check-in where we talk about the ‘highs and lows’ of the week. Sessions also include a featured activity run by our facilitator. To see more of what we do, check out our Instagram.
Details
- Registration required here.
- 2nd Monday of the month, 9am – 11am
- 4th Saturday of the month, 3pm – 5pm
- Held at various locations depending on the activity/outing
- Free to attend
- Direct/breast/chest/bottle feeding or pumping welcome
- Siblings, extended family or supports welcome
What happens once you register?
You’ll receive:
- A welcome email with more information.
- The schedule of activities for the Term.
- A welcome text with the facilitator’s mobile number.
- A link to join one or both WhatsApp groups for updates and introductions.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2026 - You can download a PDF with all the events and dates for this year right HERE.
Mon Feb 9th - Water Play Join us for a summertime water play session, followed by story time with books curated to rainbow families. All ages welcome.
Sat Feb 21st - Dickson Pool - Join us for an afternoon family swim at Dickson pool! We will bring a large picnic rug and set up in a shady spot under the trees.
Mon Feb 23rd - Painting Day - We will host a painting day with watercolours, acrylic paints and paint sticks, followed by story time with picture books curated for rainbow families. All ages welcome!
Sat Mar 7th - Black Mountain Peninsular - Join us at Black Mountain Peninsular for a play in the playground and a swim in the lake. All ages welcome!
Sat Mar 21st - PlayUp - Come and join us for an inside play afternoon at PlayUp at the Museum of Australian Democracy. There is also a zine lounge set up for arts and crafts next door, which is great for kids of all ages.
Mon Mar 23rd - Music Jam - Seahorse parent Luch will lead us through some songs and a percussion jam! Followed by an easter craft activity. All ages welcome!
Mon Apr 20th - Autumn Nature Craft - Join us for some autumn nature crafts and play, followed by storytime with books curated for rainbow families.
Mon May 4th - Breathwork Session - Join us for breathwork session facilitated by the amazing Joshua Wrest from transition breathworks.
Sat May 16th - Mt Majura Walk - Join us for a gentle family nature walk to the dam at Mt Majura. All ages/skill levels welcome. Baby carriers may be best for the short part of the track that can't be accessed by pram.
Mon May 18th - Sensory Play - Join us for a sensory play and craft session, followed by story time with picture books curated for rainbow families.
Sat May 30th - Bike Ride - Join us for an outdoor bike riding session at Belconnen learn to ride centre. We will also set up a picnic rug under the trees for people to hang out if they don't wish to ride.
Sat Jun 13th - Museum - Join us for a family wander through the exhibits at the National Museum of Australia.
Mon Jun 15th - PlayUp - Join us for a Monday morning play at PlayUp located in the Museum of Australian Democracy.
Contact Tara for event locations/times:
Tara:
seahorseplaygroup@gmail.com
Instagram: @seahorseplaygroup
Circle of Security - Expressions of Interest
Rainbow Families are very excited to be hosting a Circle of Security Program for parents who are part of the LGBTIQA+ community in the ACT. This will be facilitated by members of the queer community and will start in Term 1 of 2026. This is a free program and we are currently looking for expressions of interest from families who would like to attend. To get the most out of the group the size is small, so currently only one parent/carer from each family will be able to attend. Childcare will be available on site for families who attend the group.
What is Circle of Security Parenting Course (COS-P)?
Circle of Security is an evidence-based parenting program and approach designed to help parents and caregivers build a stronger, more secure attachment with their children by understanding their emotional needs and behavioural cues.
- It is an 8 Week group that will provide you with a theoretical framework to help you better understand your child's physical and emotional needs.
- This course will not give you specific behavioural interventions but will enable you to view your child's behaviour as a form of communication.
- this approach supports caregiver/child relationships and assists in altering negative patterns of behaviour
- Whilst the COS-P group is psychoeducational, it can be emotionally activating as it reflects on experiences in your own history that affect care giving patterns.
To register, please fill out the form via this link and meet our faciltators and extra info you might want to know.
To find out more about Circle of Security, visit their website here.