Hi, I’m Kirsten! I’m an Australian-trained and registered osteopath with over 20 years of clinical experience, offering holistic osteopathic care for the whole family. I have a special interest in pregnancy and postpartum care, and I love working with babies and children of all ages.

In addition to my osteopathic training, I am also a registered International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). This unique combination allows me to integrate gentle, effective bodywork with evidence-based lactation support—helping mothers overcome challenges and achieve their individual breastfeeding goals, whatever they may be.

I began my career as a senior associate osteopath in a busy private clinic in Australia, where I worked for three years before relocating to Singapore in 2008. There, I joined Osteopathic Health Care and practiced for 12 years, building a strong reputation for family-based care. In 2020, I returned to Sydney and now practise at Body of Life Health Centre, a multidisciplinary health clinic, in Frenchs Forest.

My mission is to provide gentle, informed care for you and your little ones – at every stage. With over 20 years of clinical experience—and a deep understanding of the challenges that come with parenting—I’m committed to helping you understand the root causes of pain or discomfort, whether it’s your own or your child’s.

By explaining what’s happening, why it’s happening now, and how we can work together toward recovery, I aim to give you not just relief, but long-term confidence in your body’s ability to heal. Through skilled osteopathic treatment and personalised care, I’m here to help you feel informed, supported, and well.

Katie (Naturopath) & Dani (Clinical Nutritionist) are passionate about Empowering Women With Wellness. We believe that all women have the right to be supported to be Well Nourished Mamas. Katie has a strong interest in preconception, pregnancy & postpartum care, guiding Mums to ensure nutritional needs are met, supporting mental health, breast milk supply, postnatal depletion, iron deficiency & any of the challenges that may pop up. Dani works more so with clients through perimenopause, however also supports new Mums who require more in-depth nutrition support.

Welcome to Maternal and Infant Wellbeing Melbourne. This boutique Women’s health and Perinatal experience founded by Dr. Amber Hart, aims to nurture women and babies through providing consistent, evidence-based, exceptional quality care. At MIWM we provide general and specialist women’s and children’s medical consultations, classes, allied therapies and complementary services to ensure that women and families receive exceptional care in a safe and nurturing environment.

“We are leading the way in healthcare innovation with our first of it’s kind Day Stay Experience”.

This 7 hour stay is designed to give mother’s the confidence to feed and settle their babies in a way that meets their own unique parenting goals. We support mental health and postpartum wellbeing by providing a mother’s helper for the day and every mum has a luxurious day spa treatment included in their package.  Babies are treated to a divine sensory class and mum’s get to choose from a sleep and settling consult, and osteo consult or a baby carrying consult and they will have all feeds supervised by Breastfeeding Medicine and Infant sleep expert, Dr. Amber Hart.

We also offer Australia’s only GTT experience. 

During pregnancy, it is recommended that women undergo screening for Gestational Diabetes.  Historically, this test has been dreaded by mum, but we’ve now made it something to look forward to.

Mums arrive fasted and have their blood tests taken by one of our experienced staff members.  They are then treated to an hour of rest in our divine relaxation room and an hour day spa treatment.  This service is seeing an increased uptake in screening and also promoting antenatal and postnatal wellbeing by linking women in with exceptional quality pregnancy and post-natal services.  As such, we are focusing on prevention rather than cure.”

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.

We love to help babies and children feed & thrive, however they are fed.

At Queensland Lactation & Feeding Specialists, we provide warm, personalised support for families navigating infant feeding from pregnancy through early childhood. Our experienced team includes International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), paediatric dietitians, and paediatric speech pathologists working together to help you feel confident and supported, no matter your feeding journey. We offer comprehensive antenatal and postnatal lactation support, helping families prepare for breastfeeding before baby arrives and providing skilled care for breastfeeding challenges after birth.

From latching difficulties, nipple pain, and supply concerns to feeding with complex medical needs, our IBCLCs take the time to listen and develop realistic, achievable plans. We also offer thorough tongue tie assessments and guidance on management options where needed. Feeding looks different for every family, and we support all types of feeding, whether breast, bottle, combination feeding, or tube feeding.

Our paediatric dietitians specialise in infant feeding, growth concerns, and allergy management. We provide practical guidance for families navigating allergies, including cow’s milk protein allergy, food intolerances, introducing solids, and faltering growth, with feeding plans tailored to your baby’s medical and developmental needs.

Our speech pathologists support infant feeding development, including assessment and management of oral motor skills, swallowing safety, and transitioning to solids. Whether your baby is struggling with different textures, is fussy with feeding, or has additional medical needs affecting feeding skills, we can help.

What makes us different is our family-centred, team-based approach. We work alongside parents and caregivers, respecting your values and preferences while offering clear, evidence-based advice.

We offer in-clinic services, with free and easy parking, at our warm and welcoming Paddington clinic. Home visits and virtual / telehealth appointments are also available. Whether you’re an expectant parent seeking feeding preparation, a new mother needing breastfeeding or bottle feeding support, or a family managing feeding challenges or allergies in an older baby or toddler, Queensland Lactation & Feeding Specialists are here to guide and support you at every stage.

Papaya Health is an innovative women’s allied health clinic dedicated to providing holistic women’s health services for women in all stages of life.

We’re a team of health professionals, made up of a pelvic health physiotherapist, naturopath, acupuncturist, psychologist and massage therapist all under one roof, ready to support you online and in person in Newtown, Sydney.

The CALMM is a space for our clients to ‘be’, a space for them to notice themselves, be present, listen to their body and nourish it where needed. We have been operating in Sydney since 2018, offering treatments in Rose Bay and in Newport on the Northern Beaches. We provide remedial, lymphatic and pregnancy massage, and c-section scar release.

Across both locations we have a number of modalities to support mothers, including naturopathy, energy healing, holistic counselling and nutrition to support our mums from the inside out.

Alex harnesses movement as medicine to promote female reproductive health, nervous system regulation, emotional and physical healing.

Creating a safe and nurturing space, she supports her clients through fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care, burnout, stress and anxiety management. Alex teaches yoga, breathwork, meditation and supportive tools for realistic, achievable and sustainable self care.

Having supported hundreds of women through the intimate journey of matrescence, Alex possesses a wealth of clinical experience, alongside a deep personal understanding of the physical and emotional challenges faced by women around antenatal care.

Her journey into somatic and holistic health was sparked by personal experiences of IVF, loss and fertility challenges. This background has equipped Alex with a unique approach, guiding mind-body and nervous system connection to complement medical approaches

Interlude Health enjoys working with patients of all ages. From children to adults, we want to create a safe space for all to enjoy and work towards their treatment goals.

Vibe Natural Health – Dedicated Care for New Mums, Babies, and Young Families

At Vibe Natural Health, we specialise in nurturing families through pregnancy, birth, and early childhood. Located in Grange, Brisbane, our clinic offers integrative, personalised care designed specifically for new mums, newborns, and young children, ensuring your family thrives right from the start.

Our experienced team includes compassionate GPs, naturopaths, nutritionists, osteopaths, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and paediatric-focused practitioners. Together, we offer holistic, evidence-based solutions to meet your family’s individual health needs.

Our allied health practitioners specialise in caring for newborns and young children, helping with conditions like reflux, colic, unsettled sleep patterns, feeding troubles, and developmental support. Each approach is tailored, gentle, and aimed at supporting your child’s healthy growth and comfort.

At Vibe, we believe parenting shouldn’t be overwhelming. Our calming environment ensures every family receives dedicated time, respect, and thoughtful care. We’re committed to being your trusted healthcare partner, providing clarity, compassion, and holistic support.

Whether you prefer natural therapies, medical support, or an integrative approach, Vibe Natural Health is here to help you and your family flourish from the earliest days.

The Possums Clinic has been a trusted name in infant and toddler care since its founding in 2011. Known for its evidence-based approach, the clinic has supported thousands of families through the earliest — and often most challenging,  months and years of parenthood.

At the heart of the clinic are Dr Pamela Douglas, internationally recognised leader in infant and family care, author of The Discontented Little Baby Book, and respected researcher, and Bree Cosgrove, a compassionate Registered Nurse, NDC Accredited Practitioner and educator. Together, they offer families an unparalleled level of support.

Dr Pamela and Bree provide holistic care for:

• Breastfeeding (at any age)
• Infant and toddler sleep
• Unsettled infant behaviour (under 6 months)

Their approach has been shown to have meaningful outcomes for families, including:

• Reduced postnatal depression scores
• Longer breastfeeding durations
• Enhanced maternal sleep satisfaction
• A statistically significant reduction in infant crying times

Their work is built on four guiding pillars:

1. Supporting your baby’s rapidly developing brain
2. Protecting your mental wellbeing as a parent
3. Grounding their support through evidence
4. Growing joy in everyday family life

Whether in-person at their Brisbane clinic or via Telehealth across Australia, The Possums Clinic is here to empower you as the experts of your little one.

We’re wildly passionate about women’s health. Pear is an industry leading women’s health clinic offering exercise physiology, physiotherapy, remedial massage and small group strength and reformer pilates classes located on Brisbane’s Northside.

We are here to help bridge the gap between injury, illness, birth or surgery and returning to exercise. As a powerhouse team of women’s health experts, we can help with tailoring a program to start where you are, to help with reaching your goals, and to protect your pelvic floor health.

Founded in 2014 by Esme Soan, Pear is an allied health studio, and our team are the leading experts in Australia on exercise & pelvic health to support women through all stages of life. 

In particular, we support & work with women managing:

• Pregnancy, birth and postnatal care
• Cancer rehab (in particular, breast, bowel and gynaecological cancers)
• Injury rehabilitation and chronic complex musculoskeletal conditions
• Endometriosis and Chronic Pelvic Pain
• Prolapse and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Rehabilitation pre and post surgery (including Hysterectomy rehab)
• Osteoporosis
• Invisible Illnesses (CFS-ME, POTS, h-EDS, fibromyalgia)
• Chronic Disease Management including diabetes & neuromuscular disease

We are located on Brisbane’s Northside in Wavell Heights (close to Nundah Village & Sandgate Road) with plenty of easy parking (street and carpark) available, and our sister cafe Apricot Coffee next door. Our studio is quiet, private and air conditioned, with reformer pilates equipment, strength equipment, gym, private consultation and massage rooms. We are a child and family friendly studio so children, babies and partners are always welcome.

We recognise there can be a lack of support & social stigma for women who experience pelvic floor injuries, illnesses or chronic diseases, such as endometriosis, and want to help bridge the gap with our specialist training & multidisciplinary team between diagnoses, acute rehabilitation and long-term management.

We look forward to welcoming you to our studio.

Having served the Sydney community for more than 25 years as a General Practitioner, I am passionate about the health and well-being of women, children, parents, and families, and feel strongly a good GP relationship provides a foundation of support, information & education, communication between health practitioners, and care.

I believe it is not only physical and mental health that contributes to our state of wellness, but also the strength of relationships in our lives, and the families and communities to which we are connected.

As a sports woman who runs and swims regularly and a yoga instructor (Sydney Sports Stadium) I am an advocate of preventative and proactive lifestyle choices, and am comfortable combining evidence based medicine with holistic care.

In this regard, I work closely with allied health professionals involved in my clients care including Naturopaths, Chiropractors, Nutritionists etc… and welcome this important aspect of optimising health outcomes. This is particularly important in the areas of child health, fertility, pregnancy and postnatal care, maintaining a modern, fresh, comprehensive and relevant approach.

Kavanah Care is a sanctuary for women in all seasons of life, with a special devotion to nurturing mothers in the sacred postpartum window. Rooted in intention and guided by compassion, our offerings honour the profound physical, emotional and energetic transformation of motherhood.

We provide deeply restorative postnatal massage, Ayurvedic-inspired care, and gentle womb healing treatments to support recovery, regulate the nervous system, and restore balance after birth. Whether you’re navigating the early days with your newborn or integrating your birth experience weeks or months later, our treatments are designed to nourish your body and spirit.

Our clinic space offers a peaceful setting for you to rest, heal and reconnect — with baby welcome by your side. We also offer in-home postnatal massage for those needing extra comfort and convenience.

Each treatment, touch, and offering is grounded in purpose – created to support you in feeling seen, nurtured, and gently guided as you move through your postpartum journey. At Kavanah Care, we’re here to hold space for your healing, your softness, and your strength.

At Vera Wellness, we believe in rewriting the script around women’s healthcare.

For too long, women have been left to figure things out alone – navigating conflicting advice, unexplained symptoms, and a system that doesn’t always listen.

We’re here to change that.

Vera is a space where you feel seen, supported, and informed. And where you can finally access personalised care that honours the complexity of your body.

Whether you’re preparing to conceive, moving through menopause, or looking for clarity around symptoms like PMS, fatigue or pelvic pain, we’re here to walk beside you with compassion and clarity.

Our care for mothers and families includes midwifery, lactation support, acupuncture, GP services and breathwork tailored to each stage of the parenting journey.

We’re not just here to manage symptoms. We’re here to help you understand your body – and work with it, not against it.

Our model of care brings together:

• Specialist medical services including gynaecology, fertility, and dermatology
• Whole-person support from integrative general practice to midwifery, acupuncture, physiotherapy, dietetics, psychology, counselling, somatic & creative arts therapy, naturopathy, massage therapy, breathwork, skin therapy and lifestyle support
• Evidence-based guidance tailored to your cycle, life stage, and goal.

We create space for the longer conversations you may not have had elsewhere – because healing starts with feeling truly heard.

Located in the lush Samford Valley on Brisbane’s north-west fringe, Vera Wellness is designed to soothe your nervous system the moment you arrive.

Surrounded by nature, with thoughtful design and calming spaces, we’ve created a place where you can exhale and connect with your body’s wisdom.

In addition to providing clinical services, we also run community events in our studio space, such as monthly yoga, breathing circles, mother-daughter retreats, somatic movement sessions, and our popular Mums & Bubs Group.

Lotus Health and Psychology was conceived with a desire to create lasting change in the life of new parents, by establishing a team of expert practitioners offering holistic, compassionate support during the reproductive and perinatal period.

Our therapists are trained to support a whole range of issues, because clients come to therapy for a whole range of reasons! Our Psychologists have been trained to understand a broad range of presenting problems, and have experience working with all of the common psychological disorders as well as many of the less common. Our therapists adopt a neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy and can also offer sessions to NDIS participants.

Our patients include children, adolescents, adults and the elderly, and we treat all kinds of conditions including:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma
• Children with behavioural problems
• Children with anxiety problems
• Stress
• Grief and loss
• Life transitions
• Long-term personality problems
• Autism
• ADHD
• Psychosis
• Early psychosis
• Sleep and weight management
• Chronic health problems
• Chronic pain
• Sexual function disorders