The Motherhood Centre
About The Motherhood Centre
Hi, I’m Colette — a Registered Nurse, Nurse Educator, mum, and the founder of The Motherhood Centre.
I’ve spent more than 20 years working with babies and families, including many years in neonatal and special care nursing and nurse education. But it was my own experience of motherhood and the challenges I faced during the postpartum period that really shaped what would eventually become The Motherhood Centre.
Despite my professional experience, I discovered just how challenging and isolating the transition into motherhood could be. It made me recognise a significant gap in postpartum care – particularly when it came to supporting the mother, not just her baby.
The Motherhood Centre grew from a desire to help fill that gap.
I wanted to create a welcoming place where mothers could access trusted, evidence-based information, practical support and, just as importantly, genuine connection with other women navigating the same season of life.
I now support women from pregnancy through the newborn stage, infancy, toddlerhood and beyond. Services include mothers’ groups, pregnancy meet-ups, baby and child CPR and first aid education, newborn care education, feeding and starting solids support, sleep and settling guidance, developmental education and individual support for families who need more personalised care.
Our mothers’ groups are intentionally kept small, creating a relaxed environment where you can ask questions, learn about your baby, meet other mums and genuinely get to know one another. We combine education with conversation, activities, guest professionals, outings and plenty of opportunities to simply sit down with a coffee and connect.
My approach is never about telling you there is one “right” way to parent. Every mother, baby and family is different. My role is to provide evidence-based information, practical strategies and support so you feel more informed and confident making decisions for your own family.
Whether you’re preparing for your first baby, navigating those early postpartum weeks, looking for your village, or simply wishing you had someone knowledgeable to ask, The Motherhood Centre is a place where the mother matters too.
Areas of expertise
Nurse Educator and Registered nurse
Company values
Accessibility
Diversity & Inclusion
Sustainability
Women Owned
You may also be interested in...
Learn about the support you didn't know you needed.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.
eBook - Jaclyn Carlson (Jaclyn Carlson)
Emotional Toolkit – For Back to Daycare & School
Sending your little one off to daycare, kindergarten or back to school brings up all the feels—relief, pride, grief, sadness, and maybe even a little anxiety. This transition can be even trickier when there is a new baby in the family. You’re not alone in this.
Article - Winnie Wu (Papaya Clinic)
Abdominal Binding, Tubigrip, and Recovery Shorts: A Postpartum Guide
In this guide, we’ll explore the role of these three postpartum support options, outlining when and how to use each one. We’ll also provide evidence-based insights into their benefits and explain how they can complement a broader recovery plan that includes core-strengthening exercises and professional care. Whether you’ve had a vaginal birth or a cesarean delivery, this article will help you make informed decisions about postpartum recovery.
Article - Kylee Shepherd (Ma Wisdom)
Keeping the Village Strong: How Modern Grandparent Workshops Support Families
Becoming a parent doesn’t just change your life; it reshapes the whole family. As new mums navigate sleepless nights, identity shifts, and the steep learning curve of parenthood, their own parents are experiencing a transition too. That’s where modern grandparent workshops come in. Across Australia, these programs are helping families strengthen connection, understanding, and boundaries so that everyone, parents, grandparents, and babies, can thrive together.
Article - Lucy Carroll (Birth & Beyond Education)
Empowered Birth: How Birth Education Helps Parents and Partners Thrive
Midwife-led workshops and positive birth classes not only prepare mothers for labour but also give partners confidence, practical tools, and emotional support for one of life’s biggest transitions. We sat down with Lucy Carroll, a practising midwife, educator and co-founder of Birth & Beyond Education, to explore how empowered birth education helps families thrive.