SERVICE DIRECTORY
Easily find the support you need, when you need it.
Looking for a professional network that’s passionate about supporting you through your pregnancy and postpartum journey?
From doulas, and lactation consultants to incontinence treatment and chiropractic care, we’ve got you covered.
Better Body
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I'm Sophie, owner of Better Body Studio and registered nurse - with a passion for women's health and assisting all genders to age well and stay mobile. I have partnered with BYL medical technologies to provide treatments that can assist with pelvic floor laxity and leakage, rebuilding muscle and strength, particularly targeting individuals with muscle separation, poor abdominal and core strength.
The possibilities of how these machines can help people is amazing.
All consultations are free to ensure you meet medical requirements to be suitable for the treatments.
Looking forward to meeting you to see how we can help you achieve your health goals.
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Website: www.betterbodystudio.au
Instagram: @betterbody_studio
Birth & Beyond
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Dianne is a Certified Clinical EFT practitioner (tapping), Neuroprotective Developmental Care Practitioner (NDC) and counsellor. She has a background in psychology, education and perinatal counselling. She is based in Echuca and provides online services all around Australia.
Dianne is passionate about supporting women throughout the perinatal period (conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood).
She believes that if adults & mothers’ needs are met, they have more capacity to look after their children & thrive as a family system. Supporting the mother is important so she can take care of her baby. Dianne therefore enjoys helping mothers (and mothers to be) achieve their goals and shine throughout motherhood!
Dianne provides Clinical EFT coaching packages, online courses, educational webinars and communities to mothers and mothers-to-be who want to reduce their stress and overwhelm and feel empowered and relaxed during pregnancy and motherhood!
Clinical EFT is an evidence-based tool that involves tapping particular acupressure points on the face and torso. It has been found to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain and food cravings. It has also shown reduction of childbirth fear during labour, reducing nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy, and reduction of anxiety and depression symptoms during pregnancy.
Dianne has worked in the 1:1 space for many years and is now aiming to support even more women with Clinical EFT in her group programs. She will be launching her signature program later this year for mothers who are pregnant. Stay tuned for more information on Dianne’s Clinical EFT coaching offerings!
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Website: www.birthandbeyondaustralia.com.au
Instagram: @birth.and_beyond
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Birthandbeyondaustralia
Birth Culture
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Carrie is an experienced pelvic health osteopath, Lamaze-certified childbirth educator and mum to three darling girls. Carrie is passionate about educating expectant parents about all things pregnancy, birth and beyond. Encompassing the Lamaze "six healthy birth practices," classes with Carrie from Birth Culture aim to empower you to make informed choices, while also giving you the tools to feel confident and capable during the transformative experience of childbirth and parenthood.
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Instagram: @birth_culture_ed
Dr Suzi
Craig
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Hi! I'm Suzi, a doctor of Chinese medicine and an integrative women's health practitioner. I help people with a range of pre and post-natal concerns from the first trimester right through to birth preparation in their third trimester and ongoing postpartum care.
My experience assists with addressing a variety of concerns, including:
Persistent Nausea: Relief strategies for nausea during pregnancy.
Sleeplessness: Techniques to improve sleep quality.
Emotional Well-Being: Support for emotional challenges during this transformative time.
Digestive Changes: Solutions for digestive discomfort
Pain Management: Relief for lower back, hip, and pelvic pain.
Birth Preparation: Guidance for late-stage pregnancy patients preparing for childbirth.
Postpartum Care: Comprehensive support during the "Golden Month” (the first month following birth) including ongoing care as needed.
Breastfeeding Concerns: Assistance with breastfeeding challenges.
Hormonal Balance: Support for regulating postpartum hormone cycles.
Skin, Hair, and Nail Changes: Addressing postpartum changes to ensure your well-being.
I have a comprehensive and personalised approach in addressing my patient's health, taking into consideration their experiences, emotions and concerns.
My professional background is an AHPRA registered doctor of Chinese Medicine with a Masters from UNSW in reproductive medicine. Combined, my education has paved the way for me to create an integrative perspective on health issues.
As a strong advocate for integrative health care my main focus is on the health outcome you want to achieve, discussing all the options that are available to you and taking into consideration the treatment strategies that are important to you. I am a collaborative practitioner and look forward to working with your other health care providers as needed. My overall aim is to support you in making fully informed decisions about your health care.If you're looking for support during pregnancy or postpartum, I invite you to reach out and discover how I can assist you on your journey.
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Address:
55 Garsed Street, Bendigo VIC 3550
Phone: 0421932200
Email: drsuzic@icloud.com
Instagram: @dr_suzi_tcm drsuzic@icloud.com
Instagram: @dr_suzi_tcm
Empowered
to Birth
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I'm a passionate midwife with nearly two decades of experience, dedicated to helping parents have empowering birth experiences. Through my birthing classes, I teach essential skills and techniques that give couples the confidence to navigate any twist and turn their labour and birth might take. Couples leave our course feeling informed, prepared, and empowered, ready to handle the unexpected with calm and control.
As an independent midwife, I offer a unique perspective that goes beyond the limitations of traditional hospital settings. Join my Positive Birth Program, get 12 hours of fabulous course content, yummy food, loads of freebies and ongoing support until birth and beyond. Book now to experience the difference that personalized, expert guidance can make on your birth journey!
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Website: www.empoweredtobirth.com.au
Phone: 0428 560 658
Email: debra@empoweredtobirth
Facebook: Empowered to Birth
Instagram: empoweredtobirth
Fed With Love Lactation
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Nourishing your baby with breastmilk is a magical experience however, some mothers are faced with challenges along their journey. I strive to help mothers achieve a positive and enjoyable breastfeeding experience by guiding them through the tough times.
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Visit fedwithove.com.au to browse my support service options.
Website: www.fedwithlove.com.au
Instagram: @fedwithlovelactation
Flora
Acupuncture
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Hello! My name is Laura and I am a Doctor of Chinese Medicine.
My love for Chinese Medicine started when I was about 13 years old. I tried many different treatment options before my Mum took me to see a Chinese Medicine practitioner. This experience changed my life, so I decided to turn it into a career. I've been fascinated ever since.
Using Chinese Medicine principles, I identify the underlying cause of the condition rather than using symptom-based treatment. I enjoy seeing a wide variety of every day health concerns with a clinical interest in women's health, emotional well-being and digestive conditions.
I wholeheartedly believe in a holistic approach to healthcare, however I also believe in the importance of integrated medicine. I enjoy working alongside other health practitioners in order to consolidate treatment and provide the best outcomes for my patients.
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Website: www.florabendigo.com.au
Instagram: @floraacupuncture
House of
Healing
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At House of Healing Chiropractic our intention is simple, we wanted to create a safe, welcoming and healing space designed to support you and your family in meeting your desired health outcomes, so you can live life to your fullest potential.
Dr. Elsie is a mother, holistic family chiropractor, nutritionist and the founder of House of Healing Chiropractic. She is passionate about creating a space where families can thrive, supporting women from pre-conception through postpartum as well as raising healthy children.With a focus on nervous system regulation and holistic care, Elsie provides expert support across various areas including stress, nutrition, women's health, prenatal and postnatal care and paediatric development.
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Website: www.houseofhealingchiropractic.com
Instagram: @houseofhealing.chiropractic
McIvor Road Chiropractic
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At McIvor Road Chiropractic Centre we provide expert chiropractic care throughout all stages of your maternity journey; from preparing your body for conception, right throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum care. We also ensure your precious new baby has the optimal start to life and monitor development throughout childhood.
Our experienced Chiropractors provide a collaborative approach with other health care providers to ensure your unique needs are met and you are supported. Often, you may be referred to us by another of your practitioners, but no referral is necessary.
We have appointments available six days a week for your convenience, please call 5441 3655 or you can book online at mcivorroadchiropractic.com.au. Family appointments are also available."
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Website: mcivorroadchiropractic.com.au
Ph: 5441 3655
Address: 67 McIvor Road Bendigo
Email: contact@mcivorroadchiropractic.com.au
Instagram: mcivorroadchiro
Facebook: McIvor Road Chiropractic
Team image above: (L to R: Dr Sarah Mannes, Dr Josh Evans, Dr Tim Mannes, Dr Kaitlyn Makeham)
Milky
Dreams
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Nikkayla is a Nurse, Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Baby Led Sleep and Wellbeing Specialist. Milky Dreams offers a full spectrum of care from pregnancy through to early parenthood with private midwifery care, homebirth and infant feeding and sleeping support. Nikkayla is passionate about individualised care and providing education, so you are supported and empowered to make the decisions that are right for your family.
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Website: www.milkydreams.com.au
Instagram: @milkydreamsco
Ph: 0493 731 951
Email: hello@milkydreams.com.au
Postpartum
with Mel
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Mel is a doula, mother of two and nurse with ten years experience caring for surgical, paediatric and postnatal patients.
Mel discovered her passion for supporting and empowering birthing women and mothers after two very different birthing and postpartum experiences of her own. It was these experiences along with her love of breastfeeding and postnatal nursing that led her to complete a certified lactation course with Australasian Lactation Courses and begin providing local families with practical support as a postpartum doula.
As your doula, Mel is by your side, supporting you and your family whole-heartedly as you welcome your new baby into the world.
Mel is passionate about nurturing women in the postpartum period, empowering families to make informed decisions about their birth, and helping them to unlock and trust their intuition.
With each birth, relationship and family dynamics change bringing with it its own set of challenges. Mel’s purpose is to guide you through the postpartum fog and lighten your load so you can rest, recover and bond as a family without the stress of having to ‘do it all’.
Mel offers in-home postpartum support packages, breastfeeding support, meal trains, birth debriefing and mother blessing ceremonies to families in Bendigo, Castlemaine, Kyneton and surrounds.
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If you want to feel nurtured and confident as you welcome your new baby, get in touch with Mel, arrange a chat over a cuppa and learn more about how she can support you throughout life’s most significant transformation.
Website: www.postpartumwithmel.com.au
Email: postpartumwithmel@outlook.com
Instagram: @postpartum.with.mel
Facebook: Postpartum with Mel
Rhythm
First Aid
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Rhythm First Aid's mission is to disrupt the way first aid and CPR training is delivered, making it accessible, engaging and relevant.
Life has rhythm. And we don’t miss a beat. Our training is modern, relevant and tailored to the ages and stages of our audiences.
Based in Central Victoria and servicing the entire state, we offer a large range of first aid courses and first aid products including defibrillators.
Rhythm First Aid’s educators are all current nursing professionals with their fingers on the pulse. Led by Nicole Gleeson, Emergency Nurse and founder of Rhythm First Aid. Rhythm has a strong focus on Infant and Child First Aid. In addition to working in Paediatrics, Nicole has worked as a school nurse for a number of years and is a school first aid specialist. Nicole also has a passion for first aid on farms in the agriculture sector.
FIRST AID FOR EVERY AGE AND EVERY STAGE
- Nationally Recognised First Aid Training
- Infant + Child First Aid Courses
- School Programs
- First Aid Kits
- Medical Supplies + AEDs
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Website: www.rhythmfirstaid.com.au
Instagram: @rhythm.firstaid
Sleepy
Tots
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Maddie is a certified Baby and Child Sleep Consultant and has been supporting local families with their little ones' sleep for over 3.5 years. As a mother of two girls, expecting her third daughter shortly before our upcoming expo, Maddie has personally experienced the effects of sleep deprivation and knows just how taxing it is, both physically and mentally.
Using gentle, evidence-based approaches, Maddie addresses various sleep-related challenges that families encounter. Her aim is not just to create effective sleep solutions tailored to each family's needs but also to provide guidance, education, empowerment, and support throughout the journey of improving their little ones' sleep.
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Website: www.sleepytots.com.au
Instagram: @sleepytots
Tania Collins
Doula
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My name is Tania Collins.
I have been intuitively drawn to this work as I have walked the end-of-life path with my most nearest and dearest. I have completed a Cert III in Aged Care as well as helping my grandparents transition from large house to a unit, to an Aged Care facility. Along with this and my previous careers, study and personal life have all allowed me to gain the skills to willingly assist you and your family on this path.
Throughout this time, I’ve been able to experience the importance of planning and holding space for families. I believe this is my life’s work as I feel passionately in being able to assist you and your family in the end-of-life process from the planning phases to personal care.
I can facilitate conversations with you and your loved ones in the process of planning. I want to be able to help and support you and your family to make informed and authentic decisions to ensure dying is both dignified and individualised, as what we wish for at the end of life is a very sacred and personal journey.
Trust, compassion and planning are my values in this lifetime, and I know that through clear communication and mutual understanding this can be achieved for you or your loved ones.
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Phone: 04279222582
Email: taniajcollins@outlook.com
Website: www.taniadoulaservices.com
Instagram: @taniacollins.doula
Facebook: tania doula services
Teghan the
Doula
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My name is Teghan Gregg, I am a qualified doula who has trained at the Doula Training Academy. Along with this qualification I am also a Registered Division 1 nurse with over 10 years’ experience in caring for people within the healthcare system. However, my biggest achievement is the ongoing growth I have with raising my three children.
I have always had a love for birth, babies and the power of a village but it wasn’t until I had my own children that I felt the importance of stepping into this role.
My love for the mind-body connection has allowed me to step into a wide range of practices that have helped me heal, learn and continue to grow as a woman, a mother and a birth worker.
It is important to me that you know I do not claim to have all the answers, I do not know everything there is to know about birth.
However, I have the tools and experience to stand beside you as we find the answers together, ensuring that your journey is your own.
I hope to walk beside you as you not only birth your baby but also birth a new version of yourself. My background in nursing, birthing my own three children and being supported by an incredible village gives me the understanding of the importance of having an advocate. I feel like having a doula by your side is a wonderful rite of passage for you as a woman and mother to be held, nurtured and cared for.
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If you would like more information about my doula offerings, please contact me:
Phone: 0429 644 462
Email: hello@teghanthedoula.com
Instagram: @teghan.thedoula
Website: www.teghanthedoula.com
The Crystal
Doula
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Jenny is a highly skilled and compassionate professional, drawing from decades of nursing experience to support individuals and families as both a Birth Doula and an End-of-life care Doula. Her extensive background in nursing equips her with a deep understanding of medical processes, patient care, and the emotional nuances that accompany life's pivotal moments.
As a birth Doula, Jenny offers nurturing guidance and physical support to expectant mothers, ensuring they feel empowered and cared for throughout the birthing process.
In her role as an end-of-life care Doula, Jenny provides comfort, emotional support, and practical assistance to individuals and their families during the final stages of life.Her work is grounded in her core values of compassion, empathy, and commitment, which shine through in every interaction.
Whether welcoming new life or offering solace at life's end, Jenny is dedicated to making these experiences as peaceful and meaningful as possible for all involved.
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Instagram: @thecrystaldoula
Email: Jennyblake63@outlook.com
The New You Postpartum
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Hi, my name is Mel and I’m a dedicated postnatal doula committed to empowering and supporting women during their transition to motherhood. With extensive experience in the postpartum field, I offer personalised care tailored to each mother's unique preferences and needs. My skills include paediatric massage consultancy, massage therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practice, perinatal mental health nursing, and energy work.
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Instagram: @__the.new.you__
The
Rest
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Our mission is to produce simple sleepwear, clothing and bedding that is thoughtfully produced from seed to wear and back again.
We believe in the importance of quality and create pieces that can be passed through generations.
Made from the finest GOTS certified organic cotton, which is grown safely by farmers. Our pieces are lovingly made by our clever makers and worn by beautiful children all over the world, while keeping our planet happy and healthy too.
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Website: www.therest.net.au
Instagram: @therest_
Victorian Virtual Emergency
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The Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) allows you to access care for non-life-threatening emergencies. Connect to the VVED from anywhere in Victoria, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from any personal device with a camera. Patients can also be connected to the service via Ambulance Victoria, their GP, or other health professionals. VVED also partner with hospitals around the state, residential aged care facilities, Ambulance Victoria, general practitioners, and Primary Health Networks to ensure better access to emergency care. VVED is the first service of its kind in Australia.
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Website: www.vved.org.au
Instagram: @vved_au
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE FEATURED?
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