Hi, I am Angelina — a Clinical Perinatal Psychologist, HypnoBirthing Practitioner and Matrescence Educator. With a passion for women’s health and perinatal psychology, I recognise the perinatal period—from preconception through to parenthood—as a time filled with both immense wonder and incredible challenges.

I founded The Growth Room, a space inspired by my own transformative journey into motherhood, including my second pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic. My personal experiences of navigating motherhood, particularly in the face of isolation and uncertainty, deepened my understanding of the holistic support women need during this life stage. As a result, The Growth Room focuses on providing education, nurturing, and mental health support for women navigating the profound physical, emotional, and psychological changes of pregnancy and motherhood.

In addition to psychological therapy for women in the perinatal period, in which I adopt a strengths-based, collaborative therapeutic approach, The Growth Room also offers childbirth education through HypnoBirthing courses. These courses help expectant mothers and their partners feel empowered and prepared for birth through relaxation techniques, guided visualisations, and education.

The Growth Room focuses on acknowledging the emotional, mental, and physical changes that occur during pregnancy, birth, and motherhood, creating a nurturing environment where women can access both therapeutic support and practical tools like HypnoBirthing to foster a supported transition to motherhood.

At The Growth Room we are passionate about creating a therapeutic space where women can feel empowered, reflect on their experiences, and grow in confidence as they navigate pregnancy, birth and motherhood.

Danielle Brooker is a Mama, Joy Activation Coach, writer, avid self-help reader, lover of travel, adventure and exceptional coffee. Through her private coaching programs, digital courses, Mama Joy Summit, writing and podcast, Danielle teaches ambitious, busy and always-on Mamas ‘in the thick of it’ to move from the mess to the magic of this season of life.

Her signature program BEYOND focuses on the ‘forgotten season’ of motherhood, teaching Mamas to put core foundations in place to support their thriving well beyond the traditional ‘postpartum’ period. Danielle works intuitively, blending a foundation in human behaviour, neuroplasticity-based coaching and strategy, with somatic principles, emotional context work and soul practices. She shares, “I moved across the world to a new city, 6 months pregnant, in the middle of a global pandemic. All to take action towards my dreams. It was tough. And it was rewarding. I birthed my baby at home, with my partner holding me, literally.

Entering motherhood was everything and nothing like I imagined. It’s pushed me beyond any emotional capacity I’ve ever been asked to experience. I’ve been on my knees sobbing on the bathroom floor not believing I could get up again. And I’ve been bursting with so much joy I thought my cheeks would explode.

Motherhood is one of the most courageous acts. I’m here to take your hand and show you back to your place of safety and strength, so you can fully expand into this season of life. So you can live your most joyful life and feel your most vibrant self.”

She’s the author of Freedom from Busy and has written for and been featured in publications such as Forbes.com and Breathe and is on a mission for Mamas to reclaim this powerful season of life and live in their fullness. Danielle currently lives in Sydney with her daughter and partner, dreaming up the next adventure for their family.

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.

Hi, I’m Mandy — a registered perinatal psychologist, mum of three (including a new baby born in 2025), and the founder of Mums in Bloom.

I support pregnant and new mothers who are finding this season more emotional, confusing, or isolating than they expected. If you’ve ever thought, “I love my baby, but I feel like I’m falling apart,” you are exactly who I support — and you are not alone.

With over a decade of experience in psychology, my work focuses on the real inner world of motherhood — the mental load, identity shifts, emotional ups and downs, and pressure to do it all “right.” I bring both my professional background and personal lived experience to create a space where you feel seen, validated, and supported.

At Mums in Bloom, I offer gentle resources for both pregnancy and postpartum, including:

🌸 Free guides for third trimester prep and those “not-what-I-expected” early weeks

🌸 Low-cost seminars on body image and postnatal mental health

🌸 A beautifully supportive 8-week online program for first-time mums in the first 6–8 months postpartum

🌸 A mini guide for partners to help them show up, step in, and stay connected during this major life transition

Whether you’re feeling anxious, flat, overwhelmed, or just unsure who you are anymore, I’m here to walk alongside you. My support is gentle, practical, and free of judgment — like chatting with a mum-friend who gets it, but with the expertise to back it up.

I believe motherhood was never meant to be done alone. Let’s make sure you don’t have to.

I am a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and fully registered with AHPRA.

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.

Hi, I’m Dr. Erin Hawken, a passionate Chiropractor dedicated to supporting mothers, babies, and families in their journey to a calm, clear, connected and resilient life. Having completed my postgraduate study in Chiropractic care for pregnancy, babies and children and being certificatied in the Webster technique, I have almost 20 years experience in looking after families through all the important times in life.

My journey in chiropractic began in my own family, where regular Chiropractic care was our first approach to health. This lifelong experience taught me that Chiropractic is more than just treating symptoms – it’s about creating a pathway to better living, healing, and connection.

I care for people with many different needs including:

• Newborns struggling with constipation, feeding issues, or reflux
• Mothers experiencing pregnancy-related discomfort or simply wanting to optimise their body for birth and beyond
• Children struggling to meet their developmental milestones
• Families seeking holistic health and stress management
• Professionals dealing with stress, sleep issues, energy and mood challenges

My gentle, compassionate approach focuses on helping your nervous system change gears into your parasympathetic, rest & digest state – this is where your body can truly regulate and regenerate itself. This state is crucial for healing, development, creativity, and even experiencing deeper connections with yourself and your loved ones.

Whether you’re an expecting mother, a new parent, or simply someone seeking a more balanced, resilient approach to health, I’m here to support you. My goal is to help you rediscover life through a healthier body and a more clear, connected state of being. Let’s work together to unlock your body’s incredible potential for healing, growth, and well-being.

Nomad Chiropractic is a small Family Wellness clinic in Mosman that is run by 3 women with 5 children between them. Lucy, Kristin & Sandy have a holistic approach to health and a focus in practice on Pregnancy, Postpartum and Paediatrics.

Families often seek us out for things like:

• Pregnancy optimisation – Webster Technique, Birth preparation including pelvic alignment and Nervous system balance, Stress relief, Pelvic floor imbalance, Postpartum care;
• Pregnancy associated body aches: Pubic symphysis dysfunction; Pains in the hip, back, neck, ribs, round ligament, jaw; headaches and sciatica;
• Newborn / Paediatric checks: Unsettled babies, Feeding complications including breast preference, tongue tie bodywork and imbalanced sucking/rooting reflexes (co-managed with IBCLCs), torticollis, birth trauma: interventions like forceps, vacuum, short/long labor effects; breech and multiples birth checks, cranial work, head-shape asymmetry; help with milestones/neurodevelopment, sleep, constipation, and general health and wellbeing;
• Family Care – the usual holistic chiropractor toolkit – Sympathetic dominance work, stress relief, back pain, neck pain, headaches, and health optimisation!

We are here to help you and your family adapt to the ever changing effect of the perinatal period. Our team has additional postgraduate education in pregnancy and paediatrics and a toolkit of gentle, age appropriate and specific adjustments tailored to your unique needs. Holistic chiropractic addresses the physical, chemical and emotional stressors to your nervous system. Where appropriate we love to collaborate with the other practitioners in your health journey – a multidisciplinary approach has amazing health outcomes!

We aim to help you and your family thrive. It takes a village and we’d love to be a part of yours.

Node Mothers and the Node Motherhood Centre were created with one big goal in mind to support mums, not just motherhood.

Founded by Melissa Decarli a mum, photographer, and someone who’s walked the highs and lows of matrescence, Node began as a simple idea: what if mothers’ groups were less about milestone checklists and more about real connection, honest chats, and feeling seen.

Since then, it’s grown into a beautiful community of women who meet weekly across Ballarat (and online), not just to talk about their babies, but to talk about themselves. Whether it’s a new mum with a six-week-old or a second-time mum with a busy toddler in tow, our groups and sessions focus on the woman behind the role.

The Node Motherhood Centre is a warm, welcoming space built for mums to take a breath and be held. We run 10-week mothers’ groups, toddler groups, workshops, and events, always with a focus on connection, community, and gentle encouragement to be exactly who you are that day.

Melissa brings a real, lived-in understanding of what it means to hold so much at once; motherhood, identity, relationships, business, and the in-between. Through her photography business Her Golden Point, she’s had the privilege of capturing thousands of motherhood moments and those honest, tender connections are at the heart of everything she creates with Node.

We’re not here to tell mums what to do. We’re here to walk alongside them. We talk about the messy middle of motherhood, the beautiful chaos, the doubts, the growth and we do it with humour, heart, and a whole lot of love.

If you’re a brand wanting to connect with mothers in a way that truly resonates, Node offers direct access to a trusted, engaged, and emotionally connected audience. We speak with and support our mums every week, and everything we do is built on trust, relatability, and genuine care.

At Node, we don’t just support mums – we see them. And that’s where real impact begins.

Mums Matter is dedicated to providing accessible and affordable perinatal psychology services for all women who are feeling emotionally or mentally challenged by the transition to parenthood.

Frances Bilbao (Clinical Psychologist and Director) created Mums Matter Psychology in 2015 with the aim of helping all women experience meaning and fulfillment in motherhood, as well as a positive relationship with their child.

We aim to make services ACCESSIBLE and AFFORDABLE to everyone.

To do this we partner with local council Maternal & Child Health centres and Maternity Hospitals to offer services from family friendly rooms close to your home and offer TELEHEALTH so you can access services from anywhere.

And, we offer bulk billing under Medicare (no out of pocket expense) so you can afford to seek help.

We provide individual and group therapy through a team of specially trained perinatal mental health clinicians who hear stories of motherhood each and everyday and an empathsise and understand. They have special training in working with you on common emotional and mental health issues experienced in pregnancy and early parenthood.

Radiant Birth is a heart-led doula collective based in Melbourne, offering personalised, compassionate care through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. Owned and led by Josie Hipwell, a full spectrum doula, Radiant Birth supports families through life’s biggest transitions with practical guidance, emotional support, and deep respect for each person’s unique journey. Our support includes birth and postpartum education and in person doula support in birth and postpartum.

At Radiant Birth, we believe in safe, supported, and empowered care. Whether you’re preparing for your first birth or navigating postpartum after baby number three, our doulas walk alongside you with warmth, knowledge, and presence. We offer birth and postpartum doula support, birth education, circles, planning sessions, and resources that honour your intuition while grounding you in evidence-based care.

We know birth and parenting don’t look one way – so our support doesn’t either. From hospital births to homebirths, from VBAC to caesarean, from joyful to complex experiences – we’re here to meet you where you are, hold space, and help you feel confident, calm, and deeply seen. Let us help you build your village. Your story matters here.

Hello, I’m Katrina, the founder of Olive Counselling. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a mum of two.

At Olive Counselling, I specialise in perinatal mental health and couples counselling. I work with parents experiencing postnatal depression and anxiety, birth trauma, fertility challenges, grief and loss, identity shifts, and the everyday stresses of parenting. I also support couples to strengthen their relationship during the perinatal period, navigate changes in intimacy, improve communication, and work through conflict with compassion and respect.

My approach blends evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Circle of Security, mindfulness, and somatic practices. This allows me to tailor sessions to your unique needs whether you’re looking for gentle emotional support, practical coping strategies, or deeper trauma processing.

I understand that becoming a mother can be overwhelming. You may be navigating sleepless nights, big emotions, changes in your relationship, and a sense of losing the “old you.” Whether you’re seeking a safe place to process your feelings, practical parenting tools, or ways to reconnect with your partner, you’ll find understanding and guidance here.

At Olive Counselling, my hope is that you feel truly seen, supported, and understood, not just as a mum but as your unique self! Together, we can gently work through the challenges, strengthen your relationships, and help you find a sense of calm, connection, and confidence in this chapter of life.

• Online sessions
• In person (Warners Bay NSW)

Intuitive Mummas is a supportive mums group that nurtures connection, education, and community during the postpartum journey.

We offer weekly sessions featuring expert guest speakers, relaxed conversation, and a safe, inclusive space where mums can feel seen, supported, and understood — because motherhood was never meant to be done alone.

What to Expect at an Intuitive Mummas Session 

Each week, we come together in a calm and welcoming space where you can breathe, connect, and feel supported in your motherhood journey.

Our sessions include gentle, informative chats from trusted guest speakers, sharing insights on everything from baby development to your own wellbeing.

You’ll enjoy meaningful conversations over morning tea, the chance to connect with like-minded mummas, and relaxed group playtime for the little ones.

Come as you are,  there’s no pressure, just support, connection, and community.

Classes available in Brisbane North – North Lakes, Everton Park, Clayfield

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.

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.

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 Motherhood journey is full of changes, emotions, joys, and challenges. As a Perinatal Psychologist, Lauren provides individual therapy to help you navigate the twists and turns and feel more confident along the way. She has compassion for the challenges you are encountering, along with a deep appreciation for the messiness of everyday parenting.

Lauren supports mothers and families experiencing challenges in adjusting to change, managing anxiety or depression, coping with grief or loss, navigating relationship difficulties, or bonding with their baby or child.

With over 15 years of experience in public and private mental health and education settings, Lauren’s approach to therapy is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental. Lauren offers a space where you can reflect, process challenges, identify your strengths and deepen your self-understanding – helping you connect with your values and needs.

Lauren brings a developmental and relational perspective to therapy, utilising frameworks from attachment theory and advanced training in Circle of Security Parenting, to help you untangle your story and make sense of your thoughts, feelings, ways of relating, and experiences. In addition, she draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), mindfulness, somatic, and creative techniques offering support tailored to your unique needs and goals.

Babies are always welcome in sessions. Lauren also works closely with other practitioners to help you get the support you need.

In addition to individual therapy, Lauren enjoys facilitating parent education and wellbeing workshops and groups. She runs the Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) program to help strengthen parent-child relationships and Creative Journalling groups for Mothers, which introduce simple, creative journaling techniques to support positive mental health and well-being.

Lauren is a Mother of two, who loves reading and spending time in nature. It was her own entry into Motherhood that shifted her focus to supporting parents navigating the perinatal period and beyond.

For in-person support, you can find Lauren at Maternal and Infant Wellbeing Melbourne in Parkville, Victoria. Lauren also provides Australia-wide support via Telehealth.

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.

Maternal Instincts is an award winning pre and postnatal massage therapy service, that truly understands the specific treatments that expectant and new mothers need.

Our Postnatal treatments help to give relief to neck and shoulder tension that develops from feeding (breast or bottle) as well as back pain as a result of delivery or from the extra sitting to feed and the bending associated with newborns. We are also trained specifically in c-section scar massage to help aid in recovery.

Our treatments are fantastic at helping mums gain some much-needed rest and “me time”. However, babies are always welcome at these treatments and feeding/ skin to skin time can definitely be accommodated – especially if mum and bub don’t get a chance for much bonding at home.

At Maternal Instincts Massage we specialise in helping women regain their confidence and comfort through massage therapy and innovative treatments. Now, we’re excited to also offer you a non-invasive pelvic floor solution that can address the core issues of bladder leaks and sexual health: Emsella. Whether you’re dealing with postpartum incontinence or simply want to improve your pelvic health as you age, Emsella can help you regain control and feel empowered in your own body

Hi, I’m Claire! I’m a perinatal counsellor, parenting cheerleader and mother. I’ve worked with hundreds of parents struggling in silence and it’s my mission to make early parenthood way more fun and way less sh*t.

I understand how it feels to doubt yourself, as a parent, and to struggle mentally, feeling like you’ve lost yourself. I’ve been there too.

Through compassionate counselling or birth debriefing, I can help you work through the ups and downs of life as a parent, and find heaps more confidence and self-compassion.

I also run an epic postpartum preparation and support program called Beyond Birth, and offer evidence-based, holistic parenting support once your little one arrives.

I believe parenting is too difficult and too beautiful to do alone. I’d be honoured to be part of your village of support.

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

Nesting Space is a dedicated private mental health occupational therapy practice specialising in perinatal services. We are committed to nurturing and supporting the mental well-being of birthing parents and enriching the lives of their families throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the early stages of parenthood.

Hi I’m Juliette, I’m a mum and with nearly a decade of experience as a Mental Health Occupational Therapist, I am deeply passionate about my work. I have firsthand experience with the challenges of navigating mental health struggles during pregnancy and the postnatal period. Having personally faced the isolation of postnatal anxiety, rage, and depression following a traumatic birth, I understand the profound impact that seeking help early can have. This realisation inspired me to establish Nesting Space, as I recognized the vital role an Occupational Therapist can play in supporting women and their families during the antenatal and postnatal periods.

Becoming a mother was a transformative experience for me—physically, psychologically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. The discovery of matrescence, the transition into motherhood, solidified my calling to this field. I deeply understand the ambivalence that can accompany motherhood and the neurocognitive changes that occur after pregnancy and birth.

Fabienne (she/her) is a compassionate and highly experienced psychologist with over 20 years experience. She offers counselling to individuals of all genders aged 16 years and older. Her special interest and personal passion is in women’s health and wellbeing, including mental health during the perinatal period, addressing birth trauma and adjusting to life as a parent. Also parenting during and after separation, pregnancy loss and infertility, and non-judgemental counselling around termination for any reason.

Fabienne’s main focus is to provide you with a personalised counselling service that will help you navigate life’s challenges and improve your emotional health.

She likes to provide a quiet and comfortable environment where you can feel safe and supported to work on the issues and challenges together.

Fabienne offers a contemporary approach to therapy and use evidence-based techniques, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Somatic therapies such as Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique (EBEFT or Tapping). She also uses mindful practices that are tailored to your specific needs.

Fabienne is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and fully registered with AHPRA.

Fabienne will help you develop the right tools and skills to improve your health and wellbeing.

Life Ready Studio is an intimate, personal and supportive reformer pilates studio based in Caulfield North, Melbourne.

With only 7 reformers, the client experience feels like a personal session with constant instructor awareness, allowing for necessary adjustments throughout the class. Life Ready Studio was established by Teri, who wanted to create a space where clients could move in a group class but still be seen and adjusted where needed.

Teri thrives on helping and encouraging people to move confidently. She believes that creating a space that challenges clients whilst they move through all stages of life ( Pilates beginner, post injury, antenatal and postnatal as well as advanced Pilates enthusiasts) while feeling fully supported mentally and physically is the key to ultimate wellbeing.

Teri’s main passion is helping mothers and mothers-to-be feel strong and confident in their bodies before and after pregnancy. Having two boys (and a third baby on the way), Teri understands the importance of movement pre- and post-natally to aid the body during pregnancy, for birth, and, most importantly, for recovery. The studio provides support for mums-to-be throughout every trimester, adjusting movement to accommodate the changes in the body. The studio also provides mums and bubs classes so clients can move while having their baby next to them in the pram, on the mat or in the carrier. Each class helps clients regain their strength and confidence, while still allowing them to spend time with their baby and other like-minded mums.

At Womb to World, we are dedicated to supporting women at every stage of life—from preconception and pregnancy to postpartum recovery and menopause.

Our founder, Dr. Angela Marshall, leads a compassionate team of AHPRA-registered acupuncturists, Chinese medicine practitioners, and fertility massage therapists. Together, we offer a holistic approach to women’s health, combining acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, womb and fertility massage, and naturopathy.

Our services are designed to address fertility challenges, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy discomforts, and emotional well-being. Whether you’re preparing to conceive, navigating pregnancy, or seeking postpartum support, we are here to guide you with personalised care and expertise.

I’m Leah — an intuitive and compassionate postpartum doula and Overe practitioner in specialised kinesiology, based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

I offer new mothers deep reverence and nourishing support as they begin life with their baby—gently guiding them through the powerful transition from maiden to mother, known as matrescence.

As a devoted mother myself, and a skilled practitioner in specialised kinesiology, heart centered bodywork, women’s rituals, ie closing of the bones, mothers blessings and women’s circles.

I understand and have seen first hand how vitally important it is for a woman’s whole being to be tended to on all levels—physically, emotionally, energetically, and mentally. So there can be less anxiety, fear, and overload and more joy, understanding, celebration and connection.

I support women both in person through postpartum visits and online, across the globe, at every stage of life. My work is grounded in the sacred seasons of birth, postpartum, and beyond, through the lens of specialised kinesiology, bodywork, and feminine ritual.

I help you shift limiting beliefs, release emotional blocks, and unravel negative thought patterns—while guiding you back to a deep connection with your unique essence. I hold a very safe, sacred space for you to reconnect with yourself as you shapeshift through the profound rites of passage that womanhood presents.

Areas of passion and support

• Postpartum journeys – in-home visits – 4 or 6 weekly
• Specialised kinesiology sessions
• Womans circles
• Mother’s blessings
• Bodywork
• Closing of the bones

Sing High Sing Low – Singing for Mums & Bubs With Fiona Maria – Singing Facilitator, hearted-centred Community Builder

When was the last time you felt nourished and held?

Hi, I’m Fiona Maria, founder of Sing High Sing Low. I offer gentle, joyful singing spaces where women of all life stages can simply be. No pressure, no performance—just breath, song, and connection.

My Women’s Singing Circles run in Summer Hill, Bondi, and coming to Crows Nest in September. These are not your usual mothers’ groups. We gather in calm, welcoming spaces to sing simple songs learned by ear—soothing, repetitive melodies that settle the nervous system and invite us home to ourselves. We layer up some harmonies as the mood of the day takes us. Shy singers, “non singers” and karaoke divas are all welcome!

Together we (re) connect to our voices and ourselves.

How it’s different to other “mums & bubs” groups

Many baby classes focus on entertaining your child. This is different. These sessions nourish you, the mother, the woman. When you’re calm, connected, and resourced, everyone benefits. You’ll leave feeling lighter, more grounded, and able to manage what life throws at us.

Women’s Singing Circle is open to women of all life stages—because we know it takes a village, but we don’t always know where to find one!

Why Singing with Your Baby Matters

Long before language, babies are wired to respond to your voice. Singing regulates their heart rate, lowers stress, and builds secure attachment.

And it helps you too—singing reduces anxiety, lifts your mood, and brings a deep sense of connection.

This is not a performance. It’s a practice—one that is a timeless part of the human experience. For generations, mothers sang to soothe their children, mark daily rhythms, and build community. But in our modern world, this shared singing culture has been lost. I’m here to help bring it back.

A Little About Me

I’ve spent over 20 years singing, performing, and facilitating voice work in community and workplace settings. As a trained Singing Mamas leader, I bring a model rooted in care, inclusion, and the science of sound and wellbeing.

You’re warmly invited. Come with little ones—or just as you are.

At Kaylana Wellness Collective in Hurstville, Sydney, we’re here to support women through every stage of pregnancy and postpartum—through movement, connection, and whole-person care.

Led by Alannah, a senior Physiotherapist and Pilates instructor with a special interest in women’s health, our focus is on helping you feel strong, supported, and confident in your body. With years of experience and a passion for functional movement, Alannah combines clinical knowledge with a down-to-earth, personalised approach to care.

We offer tailored physiotherapy and exercise programs designed to meet the needs of your changing body. Whether you’re managing pregnancy-related pain, rebuilding core and pelvic floor strength, or looking to move safely after birth, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Our offerings include:

• Pregnancy-safe Pilates
• Birth prep exercises
• Therapeutic ultrasound for treatment of mastitis and blocked ducts – same day appointments available
• Postnatal rehab and return-to-exercise plans
• Mums and Bubs classes (yes, your little one is welcome!)
• Support for everyday concerns, including pelvic girdle pain, abdominal separation, pelvic floor issues, and low back pain.

Our Mums and Bubs classes are a welcoming space where you can move, recover, and connect—with your baby right there beside you. These sessions are designed to support your physical recovery while building strength, stability, and confidence in a community of like-minded mums.

At Kaylana Wellness Collective, we listen to your goals and create a care plan that fits your life. We believe movement is powerful—especially when it’s supportive, enjoyable, and tailored just for you.

Let’s help you feel your best, so you can get back to doing what matters most to you.

Hi, I’m Ashley. Mama of two, passionately supporting Mothers in their transition to motherhood, or motherhood again. Phlox Postpartum doula services, is founded on a desire to support women and families.

Lauren is an Endorsed Private Practice Midwife with an excellent reputation in Brisbane for supporting women and families as they journey to—and through—one of life’s most transformative transitions. She works with a whole-family approach, preparing parents not only for pregnancy and birth but also for the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual shifts that come with parenthood and welcoming a new baby.

As a First 1000 Days advocate and nervous system-certified practitioner, Lauren is passionate about equipping families with the tools to build healthy bonds and secure attachments, promoting positive early childhood experiences. This critical period lays the foundation for healthy infant brain development and long-term emotional wellbeing. Lauren empowers parents to connect with their own intuition rather than looking outside themselves for answers.

Lauren provides a variety of Medicare-rebatable appointment types, including:

• Pregnancy care for women alongside their chosen care provider – whether booked to birth through the public system or a private maternity hospital. Lauren is a strong advocate for collaborative models of care and can offer:

  • Shared care with private obstetricians across two clinics in Brisbane

  • Support as part of your care team alongside GPs or hospital clinics

• Birth Mapping appointments – helping you explore your preferences and decision points along the way

• Routine postnatal care – including mother and baby checks, breastfeeding support, perinatal wellbeing, and birth debriefing

• Postnatal in-home care packages – servicing inner north Brisbane and surrounds

• Baby Massage education – 1:1 sessions or private small groups for three or more friends

• Closing the Bones Ceremony – a deeply nurturing postpartum ritual rooted in traditional cultural practices, used to honour and support the profound transition into motherhood

In addition, Lauren offers ‘Mothering the Midwife’ Retreats, designed to support the wellbeing of those who hold this professional responsibility. These one-day retreats are created for nurses and midwives to reset their nervous systems, reconnect with themselves, and maintain balance to help prevent compassion fatigue and burnout.

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.

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.

Hi, I am Damaris. I am passionate to support you experience a postpartum that optimises healing, well-being and breastfeeding.

Hi, I’m Dominique McGuire – degree-qualified naturopath and founder of The Pillars Naturopathy, based in Manly Beach and also available Australia-wide via Telehealth. I work closely with women and families to support everything from digestive health and hormone balance to fatigue, skin issues, and mood.

As both a practitioner and a human, I know that true healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to naturopathy, blending functional testing with clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, and realistic lifestyle advice to help you feel like you again – not just as a mum, but as a whole person.

Many of the women I work with come to me feeling burnt out, bloated, and like their bodies just aren’t working the way they used to. Some are navigating postpartum hormone shifts, breastfeeding challenges, or period issues after coming off contraception. Others are struggling with gut issues, low energy, or anxiety that seems to have worsened since becoming a parent. Wherever you’re at, we work together to get to the root cause and create a plan that fits in with your life – even if that life currently includes toddlers, night feeds, or limited time for yourself.

I offer comprehensive one-on-one support as well as structured programs like my Gut Feeling program, which includes microbiome testing, personalised protocols, and weekly check-ins. I’m also experienced in helping women prepare for pregnancy, optimise postpartum recovery, and support their children’s gut and immune health using gentle, targeted naturopathic care.

Above all, this is a safe, non-judgemental space to be honest about how you’re feeling. Whether you’re an expecting mum, navigating early motherhood, or trying to get your health back after years of putting yourself last – you’re in the right place.

Let’s work together to help you feel energised, empowered, and supported again.

Nutritionist approved meals created for new mums and their families. Postpartum meals delivered across NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA, TAS & ACT.

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

Hi, I’m Sam – Birth & postpartum doula and childbirth educator providing in-person support to new and expecting families.

It was my own experiences with pregnancy, birth and postpartum that stirred in me a deep passion for supporting families on all stages through this journey. As a birth doula, I walk with you as you get ready for the birth of your baby, helping you to feel supported and empowered to make informed decisions and prepare for a calm and peaceful birth, including full support during labour at home or in hospital

As a postpartum doula, I hold deep respect for new mothers and the sacred journey that is Matrescence. I provide nurturing care to replenish and nourish the new mother as she recovers from childbirth and transitions into life with her new baby. My postpartum services include freshly cooked meals, breastfeeding support and newborn care. I help new mums, dads and families as they prepare for and adjust to life with a newborn by providing informational, physical and emotional care – taking the load off, so that the beautiful chaos of postpartum can be a smooth and fulfilling experience.

I understand that each family is unique and has different needs, so my services are designed to be flexible and to support families wherever they’re at, in the best way that will enrich their postpartum journey.

Jaclyn Carlson – Empowering Modern Mothers.

Jaclyn Carlson delivers expert services tailored for modern mothers. Combining breathwork facilitation, parent coaching, matrescence support and mother mentorship, Jaclyn offers dynamic in-person events, supportive community engagement, and specialised online courses. Embrace your journey of motherhood, confidently and armed with the parenting tools to help you thrive in every stage of motherhood. Services include breathwork sessions, Mum & Bubs events, motherhood mentoring, parent group programs, 1:1 Parent Coaching and Circle of Security Programs.

Hi my name is Janine. I’ve been so lucky to work with many mums, dads, babies and their families over the past 30 years as a registered nurse specialising in obstetrics and as a trained mentor, birth and postpartum doula, educator and mum of 3.  I’m truly passionate about supporting families as they grow and transition into their wonderful fourth trimester and settle into life as parents and as a new family.  It’s a joy to see parents grow in confidence and enjoy this precious time surrounded by love, nourishment, nurturing care, practical help, and a kind guiding hand to support them. Caring for the new and healing mum is so important as she is able to rest and get to know her little one.

It’s a privilege to be part of this wonderful journey with them all.

My care involves the ancient lineage of care through Jamu massage, 3 layers of binding and wrapping and Jamu abdominal herbs.

I’m Joanna, a mother of two and the founder of Sage Nest—a boutique wellness practice based in Newcastle, NSW. My work focuses on supporting women through the transformative stages of pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery with care that is both holistic and deeply nurturing.

I’ve been in clinical practice since 2004 and bring together a unique blend of therapies to support the health and wellbeing of mothers and their families. My approach is integrative and evidence-informed, combining Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy, Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and the Body Ready Method® to offer well-rounded care tailored to each individual.

At the Sage Nest, I provide support that spans the entire motherhood journey—from managing early pregnancy symptoms and preparing for an empowered birth, to gentle, restorative care in the fourth trimester and beyond. Each session is personalised to address not just the physical, but also the emotional and energetic shifts that come with matrescence.

Birth preparation is a particular focus of my work. I help women feel physically aligned, emotionally grounded, and mentally ready for labour and birth. My sessions may include acupuncture, bodywork, breath techniques, acupressure, body alignment and partner-inclusive education to build confidence and reduce fear. Whether you’re planning your first birth or looking for support after a previous experience, I create a space where you feel informed, prepared, and supported.

For new mothers needing extra support, I also offer postpartum home visits across the Newcastle region. These sessions bring hands-on care, comfort, and therapeutic treatments to your doorstep during a time when leaving the house can feel overwhelming. It’s a beautiful way to receive nurturing support in your own familiar space while you rest and recover.

I love helping women feel more confident in themselves and their mothering. It’s a privilege to witness mothers reach their goals, feel more at ease, and reconnect with themselves during this powerful life transition. It’s an honour to support that process.

Homb operates as a luxury postpartum hotel offering 24/7 support from our dedicated team of care specialists. Homb exists to educate and support women and their families in the first year after birth, with a goal to aid in the prevention of post natal depression and anxiety (PNDA).

With up to 1 in 5 women experiencing symptoms on PNDA, it’s clear that more resources, education and support are needed. Homb is mother lead and provides guests with access to 24/7 support from our team of highly skilled care specialists, offering education and assistance with whatever is needed in that moment.

We offer a minimum 4 night stay that includes;

• Care Specialists available 24/7
• 3 organic and naturopath approved meals per day, as well as snacks and beverages
• Daily education sessions on a range of topics
• Birth debriefing, should it be required
• Daily lactation support from lactation consultants
• Nappies and wipes for baby
• All ensuite amenities including shampoo, conditioner and body wash
• Postpartum massage, herbal baths and foot soaks
• All laundry for mum and baby
• A nursery for baby should it be required
• Calls with our Care team for up to two weeks after check out, as part of our Homb to Home service, providing an extra soft landing to feel supported in the transition back to home life
• Welcome Hamper on arrival
• Farewell Hamper

Here at Feels Pilates we are an all inclusive Pilates Studio. With a large clientele of mothers, pre & post natal, we strive to be with mothers throughout their whole journey from conception to high school and beyond.

Stephanie Hay, a committed wellness professional, empowers mothers through Pilates, Pilates Reformer, and yoga.

Hi, I’m Alice and I help women step off the emotional rollercoaster and become the mothers they want to be.

Combining my experience as a Midwife, Fertility Nurse, Maternal and Child Health Nurse, Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Practitioner and Hypnotherapist, my holistic approach integrates my professional experience with my gentle and intuitive nature.

Whether you are navigating the complexities of your fertility, experiencing fear or worry about pregnancy or birth or feeling lost in the early parenting years… I am here to support you on your journey. Because when so much of this journey can feel out of your control, I can help you take control over your mindset, your thoughts and the lens through which you see and experience motherhood.

By working with the subconscious mind, I can help you get ‘unstuck’ from any limiting beliefs that are holding you back, so that you can move forward in your next chapter feeling empowered, confident, optimistic and clear on your path forward.

What is RTT?

RTT uniquely blends principles of hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, neurolinguistic programming, cognitive behavioural therapy, neuroscience and neuroplasticity to deliver fast, effective and long-lasting results. Ultimately RTT aims to get to the root cause of the ‘problem’ you’re experiencing, identify any subconscious blocks or limiting beliefs and clear these so that you can move forward with new, positive and supportive beliefs that align with your vision for motherhood. This process doesn’t just change how you think, it changes what you believe about yourself, how you feel, how you behave and how you experience the world.

If you have questions about whether RTT is suitable for you or how I could help, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I offer complimentary calls and I’m always more than happy to answer questions.

Ali Heppell Mothercare holds mothers with support, love and nourishment so that they can hold their little ones with ease. Ali is a postpartum doula, Womens circle facilitator and Motherhood and Matrescence guide. Ali is passionate about building a mother’s resources and community and inspired by the potential of transformation in motherhood. Ali recognises the importance of mothers and highlights and supports their needs, well-being and empowerment. Ali Heppell Mothercare offers in home postpartum support, mother’s blessings, online birth debriefing and motherhood support or coaching.

My name is Mel! I’m an experienced Occupational Therapist and founder of Motherscape. My aim is to support women, new mothers and parents by helping establish healthy routines, personalised interventions and adaptations tailored to your individual situation. At Motherscape we support women’s health across their lifespan and ensure that you feel informed and connected. We provide you with a secure point of reference and together we jointly develop tools and resources for you to use in the future. By carefully developing an anchor like this, any challenging times you might encounter along the way, are easier to navigate through.

The transition to motherhood or ‘matrescence’ brings with it significant life changes. Yet at this challenging time, culturally we tend to focus our attention on the new baby, rather than the physical and psychological needs of the mother. However many families are struggling alone through what should be one of the most joyful times in their lives. The individual needs of the mother then, as well as those of the family as a whole, are frequently not being addressed.

‘Motherscape’ came about as I wanted to create a meaningful impact on the landscape of each individual and their family. The experience of being a mother, as well as managing other significant life stages such as perimenopause & menopause, can bring with it vast and ever-changing terrain. Each woman navigates their own unique landscape encountering peaks of joy, valleys of exhaustion and many winding roads of change and growth. Just like no person is the same, I don’t feel that every approach should be the same either.

Motherscape is guided by evidence, and the individual needs of each woman, and their family. I have carried out research into women’s health and this has helped guide best practice. These are consistently being reviewed, and we strive to build strong networks to ensure that you receive the best support possible! Consistent, reliable, sensitive and thoughtful.

It would be an honour to support you throughout your unique journey; every step of the way!