The primary function of ibu
(which means mother in Bahasa Melayu) is to provide support and
information for pregnant women and the parents of babies and young
children living in Malaysia. ibu welcomes families of all
races, religions and creeds, and would like to encourage
cross-cultural exchanges which take advantage of both our
similarities and differences. ibu is operated entirely by
volunteers and is a non-political, non-profit organisation. ibu
also supports some local charities.
ibu produces 'Bonda', a magazine full of information for families
and detailing our services and activities. ibu's services are
extended to families through monthly family outings, whilst on
occasion, a parents' night out is held to enable some child free
socialising amongst members. Books can be borrowed from the
parenting and children's book library. ibu operates a baby equipment
loan service, maternity clothes wardrobe and a winter woolly
wardrobe of children's clothes.
ibu facilitate playgroup
networking, run well baby clinics which are staffed by professional
volunteers and maintain an emergency blood donor register for
members. Also, there are regular meetings of the Pregnancy and
Breastfeeding Support groups and coffee mornings that all members
are welcome to.
Besides the services outlined above, ibu holds an annual family
market day. Proceeds from this activity are donated to charity. If
you require further information about our next upcoming market,
please contact ibu@ibufamily.org.
If you live in Malaysia and wish to join ibu, download a copy of the
ibu Application Form and post (along with your payment) to the
address provided.
An ibu membership is valid for
12 months from the date your application is processed. The
membership fee is RM120. Cheques can be made payable to “ibu Family
Resource Group – KL”. Cash is also accepted if you choose to come in
to the Drop-In Centre to join and have a look at the many services
on offer.
For more information, please contact:
ibu Family Resource Group
33 Jalan Jelutong, Damansara Heights
Tel: 603 2094-2234
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Web: www.ibufamily.org
Other associations:
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American Association of Malaysia (AAM)
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Canadian Association of Malaysia (CAM)
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Association Of British Women In Malaysia (ABWM)
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Malaysian Australian New Zealand Association (MANZA)
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IBU Family Resource Group
- iBU
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