Phlox Postpartum
About Phlox Postpartum
Phlox Postpartum doula services, is founded on a desire to support women and families. Because what happens in the first 42 days after the birth of a child, can influence the next 42 years of a mother’s life. Hi, I’m Ashley. Mama of two, passionately supporting Mothers in their transition to motherhood, or motherhood again.
Areas of expertise
- 200 hour yoga teacher training at BodyMindLife, Sydney
- 50 hour pre and postnatal yoga teacher training at Mama Tree, San Francisco
- Certificate in Ayurvedic healing at Nature Care College, Sydney
- Newborn Mothers Collective Postpartum Doula Graduate
Happy Mama Review
"Ashley emotionally carried me through the rough days, and celebrated the great days. I always felt that my emotions were heard and recognised, with an emphasis and desire to meet my specific needs I had that visit. An added bonus were the foot soaks, they were so refreshing, a great way to relax and forced me to stop running around trying to do tasks and just be in the moment. On the days where I had my toddler and newborn solo I would feel such a wave of relief and safety when Ashley was visiting."
Anna - Mum of 2, Dec 2024
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- Eastern Suburbs NSW
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- North Shore / Hills District NSW
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We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.
Article - Jackie Gorman ( Nurture By Touch)
Jamu Postnatal Massage: The Nurturing Tradition Every New Mother Should Experience For Deep Recovery
This is truly special to witness; it's a real privilege. As I’m within the sanctuary of the family's home for up to 4 weeks, you subtly and gratefully become part of the furniture, quietly and respectfully. So as the days pass through this ancient lineage of care, you see things shift physically, which is pure biology to me, but also her smile changes as you walk through the door, her eyes are more vibrant and her skin colour changes
Watch - Elisha Wildblood and Louise Barton - (Not Another Onesie)
In Conversation With Dr Renee White from Fill Your Cup
Untethered: the raw truth of identity shift in motherhood.
Article - Elise Clement (Elise Clement Psychotherapy & Coaching)
Tips to avoid maternal burnout
Perfectionism is not a healthy habit. Even less so when it comes to motherhood, unless you’re keen to rub shoulders with overwhelm, resentment, rage and the feeling of never being satisfied, which can eventually lead to maternal burnout.
Article - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood
How to Talk About Sharing the Mental Load with Your Partner: A Complete Guide
In many households, the mental and emotional work of managing a family, often called the invisible load, falls disproportionately on mothers. It's not just about doing tasks; it's about carrying the mental checklist: remembering appointments, organising activities, planning meals, and anticipating everyone's needs. Over time, this invisible mental load can lead to resentment, overwhelm, and burnout.