Support Services
Rainbow Families
Rainbow Families is a supportive organisation for not only same-sex individuals but for all members of the LGBTQI community. They offer supportive resources that begin in pregnancy and extend right into early childhood. The organisation has online training programs to educate health professionals working within maternity and family healthcare on how to care for the vulnerable population.
Rainbow Families (2020)
COPE
COPE offers support for all people who suffer with mental health ailments during and after pregnancy. The organisation has specific information regarding same-sex partners who are pregnant and/or already have other children. This information and education specifically discusses the challenges and barriers with the mainstream heterosexual based maternity system, and offers supportive resources on where to seek help Australia-wide.
COPE (2026a)
QLife
QLife is a government funded organisation that offers free and anonymous support via webchat, phone call, or online resources which can assist same-sex couples with questions and referrals regarding inclusive maternity and family care.
QLife (2026)
PANDA
PANDA offers support services for same-sex couples with inclusive counselling sessions through their organisations helpline. The organisation also offers supportive resources and referrals onto LGBTQI inclusive services Australia wide to better help people to support themselves and their new family.
PANDA (2026)