Meet Dr Hannah Dobson — a psychiatrist with a special interest in women’s mental health, particularly during the perinatal period (conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum). She combines compassionate care with evidence-based treatment, supporting women through some of life’s most vulnerable and transformative stages.
Alongside her private practice, Hannah works as a consultant psychiatrist at the Royal Women’s Hospital. This role allows her to contribute to multidisciplinary care, teach medical students, and stay connected to the public health system.
Her clinical expertise spans mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment difficulties, and the unique mental health challenges surrounding parenthood. Hannah’s approach is collaborative and patient-centred — she takes the time to understand each woman’s story, considering the biological, psychological, social and cultural factors that shape their experience.
She offers preconception counselling for women with existing mental health conditions or concerns about treatment during pregnancy, as well as ongoing care for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, birth-related trauma, perinatal loss, and adjustment to parenting. When medication is part of the picture, Hannah works closely with women (and their families, if appropriate) to weigh up risks and benefits. Her goal is informed, individualised decision-making that aligns with each woman’s values and goals for care.
Hannah is committed to creating a respectful, supportive space where women feel heard and empowered in their mental health journey.
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I am a psychologist working in the area of maternal mental health and am passionate about helping mothers navigate the ups and downs of motherhood. After becoming a mother myself, I realised what an immense adjustment it is and how mothers need to be better supported.Mothers need to be nourished physically, mentally and emotionally just as much as the babies do.
At Align & Nurture we pride ourselves on filling crucial gaps in maternal and paediatric care, to empower mothers and their little ones with the confidence and support they need to thrive.
Our passionate team of paediatric osteopaths and IBCLC lactation consultants offer a blend of unique services for your whole family!
Our osteopaths work with everyone from tiny newborns to teenagers, helping with feeding issues, developmental milestones, and growing children. We support mums through every stage – from pregnancy to postpartum and beyond.
Whether you need in-home lactation support, our unique combined paediatric osteopathy and infant feeding support, we are here to help support you with both breast and/or bottle feeding challenges.
We offer free workshops and events covering topics including tummy time and breastfeeding, to offer support for you and your little one and help you connect with other families in our community.
We are here to support you and your growing family through every precious milestone, from bump to baby and beyond.
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.
Founded by midwives Kelly Langford (16 years’ experience) and Jan Ireland (over 40 years’ experience), MAMA combines generations of midwifery wisdom to serve the community. They are supported by a network of practitioners, support staff, volunteers, and past clients who have become part of the MAMA family, all working together to provide individualised care for birthing people and their families.
MAMA’s care model is grounded in respect, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. They view mothers as active partners in their care, offering guidance, information, and support so each woman can make informed decisions about her pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey.
Whether serving as primary carers or working alongside obstetricians, GPs, or allied health professionals, the focus remains on achieving the best outcomes for both mother and baby.
As endorsed midwives and eligible Medicare providers, MAMA offers rebates for antenatal and postnatal services, making high-quality private midwifery care more accessible. Their services include antenatal care, home and hospital birth support, postnatal midwifery support up to 8 weeks, lactation consultations, birth education, VBAC support, birth trauma debriefs, and more – always tailored to each family’s needs.
MAMA’s mission is simple yet powerful – to walk alongside families through one of life’s most profound journeys, providing the expertise, reassurance, and connection needed to feel confident and supported every step of the way.
Your birth, your story, your MAMA.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.
Article - Alice Mason (Align with Alice)
This idea flips the script. Instead of seeing happiness, peace or calm as something that only exists in the future, tied to the achievement of a goal, it invites you to find joy and satisfaction in the present moment. It’s a reminder that your feelings aren’t just an outcome of a milestone, but they are a tool for creating it.
Article - Courtney Wilton (Nourished Psychology)
Discover the early signs of postpartum distress that often go unnoticed and learn when and how mothers should seek mental health support. From baby blues vs. depression to finding the right therapist.
Article - Narelle Dickinson ( Lotus Health and Psychology)
Mental health during pregnancy and postpartum is something many mothers don’t expect to struggle with, but it's more common than we think. In this interview with Lotus Health and Psychology, we explore what perinatal mental health support really looks like, why anxiety is often overlooked, and how to take the first steps even when you feel like you’re running on empty. Whether you're expecting, newly postpartum, or years into motherhood, these insights might be the nudge you didn’t know you needed.
Article - Courtney Wilton (Nourished Psychology)
Understand the triggers behind maternal rage—sleep deprivation, lack of support, and loss of self-identity and discover simple self-care strategies and support systems that can help you manage stress and find relief. Ever feel intense anger as a mother? Uncover the triggers behind maternal rage and explore practical tips to reclaim your balance and self-care.