Bonnie Maplestone has been teaching yoga for over 25 years and is a birth doula as well as an osteopath who works with women and babies/children. She brings all three of these things into every aspect of her work.
If you attend a prenatal or postnatal yoga class, you will get the benefit of her anatomy and birth knowledge.
If you see her as an osteopath or are a doula client, you will reap the benefits of her ability to make you feel relaxed and confident.
Bonnie’s jam is to support women throughout their journey from conception to menopause. Bonnie works in clinics across Melbourne but also offers in-home visits, especially for people who are postpartum or unable to leave their homes.
Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Teacher of over 25 years
Runs and manages an online yoga studio
B.H.SC/B.APP.Sc (Osteopathy)
Works as a peadiatric and baby osteopath as well as treating adults
Pelvic floor osteopath
Doula/ Birth Hypnosis Practitioner
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MAMA believes that pregnancy, birth, and early parenting are life-changing experiences – and that every mother and family deserves care that is personal, compassionate, and empowering. Their team of passionate midwives and dedicated practitioners provides holistic antenatal, birth and postnatal care across Melbourne, with the main hub located in Kensington, Victoria – the first centre of its kind in the state.
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Article - Jackie Gorman (Nurture By Touch)
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
Article - Lucy Bartlett (Nomad Chiropractic)
Gentle care, big impact — what infant chiropractic is really about When people hear the words “chiropractor” and “baby” in the same sentence, it can raise eyebrows — and fair enough. At Nomad Chiropractic, we don’t “crack” newborns or treat them like tiny adults. In fact, our work with babies is one of the gentlest and most intuitive things we do.
Article - Ilana Lawrence (The Sick Sense)
Becoming a parent comes with joy, wonder and a lot of worry. From fevers to falls, choking hazards to unexpected rashes, every parent has those moments of panic: Is this serious? Should I call for help? That’s where baby and child first aid training can be life-changing. We sat down with Ilana Lawrence, the founder of The Sick Sense, paediatric nurse and infant first aid trainer, to talk about why first aid education matters, what parents will learn, and how these skills can empower families to act with confidence.
Article - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood
"Do I Really Need This?" It’s a question so many new mums ask, often in the quiet chaos of the fourth trimester. “Do I actually need a postpartum doula? Isn’t that a bit... extra?” When your body is sore, your hormones are surging, and you’re running on fragments of sleep, it’s not about luxury, it’s about being held while you hold your baby. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, touched out, or just bone-tired, this blog is your starting point. Let’s demystify the role of a postpartum doula and help you decide if they’re the kind of support you’re craving.
eBook - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood (Not Another Onesie)
Mama’s Guide to Prepping for Birth, Pregnancy & Postpartum is your ultimate pregnancy and postpartum guide designed to help you feel informed, supported, and ready for every stage of motherhood. Covering key topics for each trimester, birth preferences, a hospital bag checklist, breastfeeding tips, and essential postpartum care, this downloadable PDF is packed with expert-backed advice and practical tools.
