Our Story
The Chris-Harry Foundation for pregnant women, babies and children was founded by husband and wife, Ken and Amanda.
Ken is known to many as a private obstetrician and gynaecologist in Canberra. What many don’t know, is that they are the proud parents of two sons - Christopher and Harrison.
Their lives changed forever when their eldest son, Harrison, passed away at the age of six from a rare genetic condition. Looking back, Ken and Amanda wish that the genetic testing and specialist care available today had existed 20 years ago. Early knowledge of Harrison’s condition might have given him a better chance at life.
It is this deeply personal experience that inspired the creation of the Chris-Harry Foundation. Their mission is to give other families what they wish they had themselves. Access to vital knowledge, education, and care during pregnancy, and support for children who need medical help.
Through research, training, and family assistance, they hope to improve outcomes for mothers, babies, and children, and create a future where no family feels unprepared or alone.
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women, babies, and children. We do this by supporting research, training, and education for healthcare professionals, and by helping families access the care and resources they need, so every child gets the best start in life.
Our Mission statement
Compassion
Meeting every person with empathy and understanding
Integrity
Being transparent and trustworthy in all we do
Community
Building connections that strengthen families
Our Objectives
To enhance the health and well-being of pregnant women by promoting and supporting research, education, and training in fetal medicine for midwives, nurses, and medical practitioners, with the aim of improving maternal and fetal health outcomes.
To enhance the health and well-being of babies and children through research, training, and education, and to assist their families by providing or facilitating access to appropriate supports and services where needed, with the goal of fostering positive early development and long-term health