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Have kids’ items that you no longer use? We can pass your preloved goods onto those who need a helping hand.
Make it a family task and clean out the cupboards together - the learning experience for your kids is boundless: it encourages life long empathy, compassion and goodwill.
Preloved goods we accept:
The safety and wellbeing of the babies and kids your donation helps is our top priority. For this reason, many items we collect need to pass strict safety guidelines and checks. Please check each donation follows the guidelines below and make sure that all items have been recently cleaned and are in good, working condition.
We accept front carrying/soft structured buckle carriers.
We accept modern bassinets with wide, stable bases. To make sure your bassinet follows Australian product safety standards, please check that:
- Sides of the bassinet are at least 300mm higher than the mattress top
- The mattress is no more than 75mm thick
- Legs are secure (not folding). If it is on wheels, at least 2 of the 4 must be lockable
- Any decorative bows, strings, ribbons or other choking hazards have been removed
- Instructions are included
We accept freshly laundered linen and new (or as-new) quilts and pillows for hygiene reasons.
We accept all kids’ books. Reading is a valuable, life-long skill that we strongly encourage!
Please check for any drawing or markings inside.
We accept bottles and steriliser units, along with bottle accessories (such as bottle bags) as long as they are:
- In new or like-new condition
Please note that we cannot accept used bottle teats , dummies or teethers.
We accept car seats and capsules, adhering to strict guidelines and safety checks for the safety and wellbeing of our recipients.
All donated car restraints should adhere to mandatory Australian Safety Standards. Please check for the following:
- There is a manufacturers sticker stating that the restraint complies with mandatory standard AS/NZS 1754, along with the manufacturer and model clearly marked on a grey sticker. Click here for more info
- The restraint must be less than 8 years old from the date of manufacture and has never been involved in an accident
- There are no frayed or broken straps, buckles or structural damage and no remnants of food in the fabric
- The original instruction manual must be included
We do not accept booster seats or any other form of car restraints.
We accept modern change tables. Please use the following as a guide:
- Edges and barriers are a minimum 100mm height from base
We accept preloved babies and kids clothing, from size 0000 to (kids) 16, providing it is:
- In good condition
- Freshly laundered
- No tears, stains or fabric pilling
We accept cots, adhering to the following guidelines and safety checks:
- They comply with current Australian Safety Standard AS2172:2003
- The manufacturer or supplier and model name/number are clearly stamped on the base slat along with the date of manufacture
- Edges are smooth and rounded, with no splinters or damage to the side rails or base slats
- If the cot has castors, the brakes must be fully functioning
- If including the mattress, it must be stain-free and less than 10 years old. Mattresses must be firm and flat, the same size as the cot
- All nuts, bolts and rods are included
- Instructions included for safe assembly and usage
We accept high chairs adhering to the following guidelines:
- The high chair is less than 10 years old with a strong frame and wide, stable base
- The manufacturer and model number are clearly marked
- The upholstery is clean and free of food remnants
- It has a 5-point safety harness
- Front and back castors must have fully-functioning brakes
We also accept folding highchairs, as long as they collapse and assemble easily, are stable, and all locks and brakes are fully-functioning.
We accept small homewares (such as kitchen and dining essentials).
Please clean and wash any homeware items before donating.
We accept all donations of unused, clean, disposable nappies.
Please clearly mark the size on the packaging.
We accept prams and strollers that adhere to Australian Safety Standard AS/NZS 2088:2000. Please check for the following.
- It has a fully reclining back, with sun visor
- All wheels, steering and brakes are fully-functioning
- There is a 5-point safety harness
We accept safety gates. Please remember to:
- Include all the adjuster screws and bolts
- Include suction cups for mounting on the wall
- Include instructions
We accept preloved kids’ shoes providing they are clean, in good condition and are paired.
Please check for holes, significant discolouration or scuff marks.
We accept donations of unused, packaged toiletries for babies, children and adults.
We love toys of all shapes and sizes! Please check that:
- All parts are included
- They are not filled with beans
- Batteries are not rusted, flat, or lithium and have a screw on cover
- The item has been given a wipe down
- Adult clothing or shoes (including maternity items)
- Antique/vintage cots or bassinets
- Baby walkers
- Cloth nappies
- Cot bumpers, pillows or quilting
- Electrical items
- Furniture that is not listed above (bed frames, lounges, tables etc)
- Quilts, pillows or blankets that are feather filled
- Soft toys
- Wraps, ring slings or home-made baby carriers
Get your donation to us
Donations can be dropped in the collection box at our warehouse in Beverley SA. If the door is open, please come in and say hello!
For the safety of our volunteers, we cannot collect from your home address.
If you are not able to reach our warehouse, we have some trusted volunteers who are happy to host an alternative drop-off point. Please email us with the details of your donation and your suburb, and we can provide an address.
Still have questions?
If you have any questions as to whether your nursery equipment is suitable, please send as an email with a photo and as much information as you can provide. Including the manufacturer and model number always helps!