ibu Family Resource Group
Information, support and playgroups for expectant parents and young families
- website: www.ibufamily.org
- forum: www.ibuforum.org
- email: ibu@ibufamily.org
- phone: +6010 402 2234
All About ibu
ibu was founded over 20 years ago when a group of mothers got together in an attempt to lend support, practical advice and information to young families in and around KL. From pregnancy and the adoption process to life with a new baby, a toddler and beyond, ibu provides a place to meet, chat, get information, play and have fun.
ibu, which means ‘mother’ in Bahasa Malaysia, welcomes both mums and dads and membership is open to all nationalities, races, religions and creeds. With over 20 nationalities represented within our membership base, ibu encourages cross cultural exchanges which take advantage of both our similarities and differences.
ibu is run almost entirely by volunteers and is a non-profit, non-political organisation. ibu works wherever possible to support local charities working with disadvantaged parents and children.
What does ibu offer?
- Information Members get ten free issues of Bonda magazine with details of monthly activities and events, news and feature articles. On joining, members also receive a copy of the latest edition of our KL Guide, an indispensible directory of services for parents and families. ibu’s Forum, online at www.ibuforum.org is a members-only resource enabling you to pick the brains of the entire membership on any relevant issue.
- Support Groups These are free to members and include: Pregnancy Support Group: join other mothers-to-be to discuss ideas and hear guest speakers
- Well Baby Clinic: have your baby checked regularly for growth, health and development by our qualified volunteers
- New Baby Group: get together with other new parents to share the ups and downs of life with a new baby and get some advice from visiting experts.
- Adoptive Families Support Group: if you’ve adopted a child in Malaysia or overseas, or are considering adoption this group provides information and support
- Gentle Birthing Group: for anyone interested in natural birthing and parenting methods
- Coffee Mornings Held monthly for both new and existing members to get together for an informal chat.
- Playgroups Playgroups are for children aged 0-5 to attend with a parent. Playgroups are for members only and run at selected venues around KL.
- Activities Outings for the whole family, nights out for parents and special occasion playgroups are held on a regular basis.
- Items for Loan ibu has a wardrobe of winter woolies and maternity clothes, as well as items of baby equipment for loan.
Download our membership form here