Hi, my name is James Dressler-Smith. I live on the Northern Beaches in North Curl Curl with my wife and son.
Here I run a social walking group for dads and their children. It’s called Dad Steps. Every Saturday we meet in North Curl Curl and every Sunday we meet in Manly.
It was created to give dads a simple and casual space to connect with other dads. No pressure, no expectations – just a focus on getting outside, walking with their children, and having conversations with other dads who get it.
Connection for the dads, fresh air for the children and a well-deserved rest for the mums.
Everyone wins!
Just a regular dad navigating raising a child with their partner
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Philippa; founder of Fantastic Futures and creator of The Family Architect brand.is a transformative birth and parenting coach, TRTP trauma therapist, experienced full-spectrum doula focused on Maternal Transitions, and mother of four based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
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Article - Elisha Wildblood and Louise Barton (Not Another Onesie)
Becoming a new mother is a beautiful and life-changing experience, but it can also be very challenging.
Article - Ali Mills (Grief Guide)
To gently unpack this invisible grief in motherhood, we spoke with Ali from Grief Guide, a registered counsellor and grief specialist based in Brisbane who supports mothers and families in person and via telehealth. In this conversation, Ali explores the hidden losses woven through matrescence, how grief shows up in our bodies, and what compassionate support can look like for mothers navigating this profound life transition.
Article - Melissa Miceli (Motherscape)
During the postpartum period, many women experience challenges in daily routines, self-care, and identity. Occupational Therapy (OT) for mothers offers practical and emotional support to help women navigate these changes, rebuild confidence, and find balance in everyday life.
Article - Fiona Maria (Sing High Sing Low)
I started Sing High Sing Low to create spaces where women of all life stages could connect, unwind, and experience the joy of shared song. The work I do is inspired by the beautiful model developed by Singing Mamas in the UK, which has been recognised by the World Health Organization for its positive impact on perinatal mental health and maternal wellbeing.
Interview - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood (Not Another Onesie)
