Pregnancy and impending parenthood can be an exciting time in an expectant parent's life.
Sometimes it is an easy road and the time to look forward to being a new parent can fly by with few or no bumps. Other times it can be challenging - a time of potential worry and sometimes overwhelm.

The impact pregnancy has on prospective parents is sometimes underestimated. Pregnancy in and of itself is considered to be an anxious period in a woman's life. There is often uncertainty, fear and a strong desire to keep baby safe. This is all normal.

I am available to discuss concerns you may have during your pregnancy such as:

*    your fears around labour & birth
*    unexpected findings on the health of you &/or your baby including decision making for example, whether to continue or end the pregnancy
*    supporting you if you have experienced a pregnancy or newborn loss


What could we discuss during a labour & birth prep session? 
 
I am here to help alleviate some of the fears, debunk some myths and misconceptions around labour & birth and help empower you along the way until you are ready for your baby's birth day. 
I can provide a private one-on-one 2.5 hour session in your home* preparing you for your labour & birth.
 

• Where would you like to give birth - your options 

• ​Your hopes or expectations 

• What to expect in labour and birth or cesarean section

• Warning signs - When to call the midwife or your doctor in pregnancy

• The labour bag - What to take to hospital for you and your bub(s)

• Labour

  • Stages of labour

  • Optimal positions for labour & birth

  • ​How to help yourself during labour

  • How your support person can help

  • Pain/Pain relief options - the role of endorphins

  • Labour time lines

• When things don't go to plan (optional)

• Safety & pets

What are the benefits to a unhurried private session:

1.  You will have plenty of time to ask all your questions & have them answered by an      experienced midwife with over 26 years midwifery experience with pregnant & labouring women.
2.  I can help prepare you for your labour & birth in a way that can reduce fear and anxiety.
3.  You will be in the comfort of your own home therefore feeling relaxed and open and not concerned about running out of time 
4.  Rebates available if you have private health insurance**
5.  I can provide a follow up zoom call leading up to your due date (optional with an additional fee).

* Up to 35km from postcode 3186 (if >35km then a Zoom session will be offered). 
* I can provide a follow up 1 hr Zoom call leading up to your due date (an additional fee applies).
** Please check with your private health fund if you have private health cover.