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Contents 

5. Becoming a Mother 

6. My Kids Market 

8. The Doula Sherpa 

11. Making Babies and IVF Success 

12. Baby Not Sleeping? 

14. Babies – Perfect One Day, 

Concerning the Next? 

16. Healing Birth Storytelling 

19. Dear Counsellor – Help our Family 

20. Baby Boutique, Clinic and Classes 

22. Mental Health in Parenthood 

24. Yoga, Self Care to Health Care 

26. An Intimate Interview with 

Obstetrician, Dr Andrew Bisits 

30. Birth Where You Feel Safest 

32. Birth Movement, 2023 Calendar 

33. Your Placenta – Too Good to 

Waste 

34. “Body-Health” For Birth and 

Recovery 

36. Journey to Private Practice 

Midwife 

38. Healing Trauma, Healing Birth 

41. Friendly with Your Vagina? 

44. Best Birth Course in Australia? 

Enquiries 

Natalie Meade 

M: 0406 934 645 

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www.newcastlebaby.com.au 

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Welcome 

Welcome to Newcastle Baby 2023! Inside these 

pages you’ll find a gathering of humans who are 

passionate, highly qualified in their field and genuinely 

caring about you. Welcome to this gathering of heartcentred 

services - all local and all small business. 

In this day of ‘scroll scroll scroll’, we want to gift you 

something to hold steady in your hands, something 

infused with our love. The magazine you hold, for 

free, took months of labour from all of us and we take 

pleasure in knowing it will find its way to just the right 

person, at just the right time. 

Yes, Dr Google may give you some clues at 3am, 

but when the sun comes up you are left with the 

challenge of finding a real live person to talk to. We 

are here to support you throughout, pregnancy, 

birth and postpartum. We have shared our jewels 

of wisdom in our articles and we have shared our 

personal phone numbers with you too, to freely call 

us, at any time. We are here for you when those 

feelings of overwhelm inevitably arise. Mention 

Newcastle Baby when you call, we’d love to know 

how you found us. 

At Newcastle Baby we have a dream. A dream 

where all your fears, worries and concerns are heard, 

truly heard and where the support you find is healing 

and life changing. 

In warm-hearted connectedness. 

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Matrescence - The Becoming of a Mother 

rusha Sutton 

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There is a time of life where our bodies 

physically change, hormones run wild, our 

brains rewire, we have a huge identity shift 

and it’s not adolescence, it’s motherhood. 

This transition known as Matrescence was 

coined by anthropologist Dana Raphael in 

the 1970s and is a developmental process 

where we not only birth our babies but 

rebirth ourselves, so why have we never 

heard about it? 

During pregnancy and motherhood the 

brain undergoes big changes like an increase 

in neurons, brain pruning, and an increase in 

oxytocin receptors (the hormone of empathy, 

love and bonding). We are reprogramed to 

respond to our baby’s non-verbal cues - we 

are literally being rewired for love. 

But this rewiring isn’t all baby gazing. We 

feel the push of craving space and meeting 

our own needs (the individual world of the 

Maiden), and the pull of needing to tend to 

and care for our baby (the relational world 

of the Mother). This split is compounded 

by cultural expectations and a lack of 

understanding, leaving mothers to feel the 

pressure of the mother we think we should be. 

So how can we change the narrative? 

Start by asking yourself what is the image 

of the ideal mother you hold in your mind? 

Does she feel totally satisfied in her new 

role? Is there an expectation that she will 

automatically know what to do? 

Let this go. Mothering is learnt and 

like everything you get better at it with 

experience. Matrescence is an opportunity 

to break these stories down and get a doover 

of the past, reinvent ourselves and heal. 

Because if there is one person you meet 

post-birth, it’s not your baby it’s you. Children 

can mirror the unloved and unintegrated 

aspects of Self and while we respond to our 

babies with kindness and patience we need 

to be treating ourselves in this way too. 

As a She Births® Educator I believe that 

Birth is an amazing Rite of Passage and no 

two journeys are the same, however with 

great education and support every birth 

can be beautiful no matter what unfolds. 

Pregnancy, labour and becoming a 

mother takes more than just 9 months. It is 

an opportunity to evolve. Let’s make these 

conversations important and be curious 

about our own unique journey as you 

prepare for the birth of your baby and the 

birth of yourself as a mother and a family. 

Nichola Kinnane, Mob: 0411 518 727 

Email: nichola@shebirths.com 

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My Kids Market - so 

uch to ove! 

Your local market to buy, sell, and recycle 

pre-loved and new baby and kids goods. 

You’ll love the look on your child’s face 

when they discover a new toy, or play in 

an activity corner. Browse with friends or 

chat to other Mums in a fun social vibe, and 

of course, nothing beats finding a 'market 

treasure' especially your favourite kids brands 

at bargain prices. Be welcomed by our 

friendly, market team and enjoy the buzzing 

energy as the doors open wide. Why not 

consider setting up a stall and recycling 

gently used items to happy new homes - all 

while earning you dollars! 

About ‘My Kids Market’ (fondly known 

as MKM): 

We are a team of NSW mums visiting ten 

different locations on a rotating cycle. 

Although impacted by the last two years, 

our Newcastle Market has bounced back 

and full of joy - a reflection of the incredible 

support we receive from the Newcastle 

Community. Local businesses, mums and 

families have always jumped in and helped 

us share our events to reach new families. 

Newcastle is a place we consider as one of 

our ‘warm homes’. 

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A little bit about myself, Jennifer…I am a 

mum of two young adult boys and I first 

discovered baby markets when my youngest 

was just two and fell in love with the concept 

immediately. Ten years later ‘My Kids Market 

NSW’ was born and I am so proud of all we 

do: 

n Saving thousands of tonnes of baby and 

kids items from landfill including large items, 

toys, clothes and more. 

n Giving parents a place to make money 

through recycling 

n Helping families save money as they buy 

essential baby and kids items 

n Creating a sense of community, cohesion 

and belonging 

n Supporting new businesses to launch by 

showcasing at MKM 

What Shoppers say: “I love the atmosphere 

and the excitement of the markets. What 

‘unicorn’ am I going to find this time?” 

“I love that I am teaching my boys about 

recycling our toys, both as a shopper and a 

stallholder.” 

What Stallholders say: “We are so pleased to 

have sold our baby goods that were taking 

up space in our home… now other parents 

and children can enjoy them!" 

“What a great event, I was highly impressed 

with how organised and successful the 

markets were. I will definitely be back again, 

both as a shopper and a stallholder." 

Discover three Newcastle MKMs’ in 2023! 

(Market dates, pg 25). 

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Baby Sensory Newcastle 

Contact: 

Sarah Williams 

0402 220 589 

Newcastle-nsw@babysensory.com 

Baby development classes filled with sensory 

delights 

IBCLC 

LACTATION CONSULTANT 

Children’s entertainment 

and nannying services 

Alisha Charles | M: 0404 030 174 

Leeshii’s Fun & Games 

leeshii.entertainment 

BREAST/CHEST/BODY FEEDING SUPPORT 

Hello, I am a Registered Nurse and Midwife, Child & 

Family Health Nurse and International Board Certified 

Lactation Consultant. I offer antenatal & postnatal feeding 

support on Awabakal & Worimi Country - Newcastle, Lake 

Macquarie & surrounds. I'm here to help with anything 

feeding related and would love to help you on your 

feeding journey. 

0423231955 

amy@acs-lactation.com.au 

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“Asking 

your husband 

to be your sole guide 

through labour is like asking 

him to lead the way on a climb 

of Mt. Everest. He may be smart 

and trustworthy, and you may love 

him, but in the Himalayas you’d 

both be a lot better off with a 

Sherpa!” - Pam 

England 

Photo credit @shanrosephotography 

The Doula Sherpa (for your birth adventure) 

Laying here with my dog, curled up on 

our sofa, I cast my mind back a decade... 

pregnant with our first child; a different 

house, a different couch. I had no idea 

what a ‘doula’ was then. My husband and I 

engaged a private obstetrician (OB) under 

the direction of my GP. At this time, I had not 

considered my needs, outside of physical 

safety, or what I wanted from my birth. 

Simply by choosing the private hospital 

(despite a low-risk pregnancy) I was now in 

medically managed care and more likely to 

receive interventions in labour and birth. 

In hindsight, I chose a high-risk biomedical 

expert not a physiological birth expert, as I 

had been conditioned to believe birth was 

a medical event. I had no concept of it as 

a rite of passage. I simply could not grasp 

that through the process of birthing, I would 

be shedding my former skin and rebirthing 

myself as a mother. And, that I would be so 

enlivened by the experience, I would later 

gestate a career allowing me to support and 

empower other women in birth. 

I check my phone for the tenth time this 

hour. I am on-call for two women due this 

month. I want to see if either is showing signs 

that labour is near. “Stomach cramps and 

a mild euphoric feeling” accompanied by 

a vomit and butterfly emoji. Hmm, could 

be soon. I need to get off the couch and 

make dinner, scrambled eggs perhaps? My 

children are hungry and asking if I will be 

home to put them to bed. “Yes, if there’s no 

birth” is my standard response. 

My youngest enquires, “Are her waters 

intact?”, I nod, smile and reach for the frying 

pan. 

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Photo credit @shanrosephotography 

e) 

Kate who sent the 

message is a 32 yearold 

woman with no risk 

factors and intending to 

birth at the local public 

hospital. Kate wanted 

a doula to help provide 

continuity of care 

through her pregnancy, 

birth and postpartum. 

Her husband had not 

previously heard of 

this role. At our first meeting, we laughed 

over the pronunciation of the Greek word 

‘doolah’ (meaning: to mother the mother). 

I explain the role using the analogy of 

going on a trek. Imagine the labour and 

birth journey as an epic hike up the great 

mountains of the Himalayas. The woman 

and her partner have chosen to embark on 

this adventure together. The doula is chosen 

by the couple and works for them. She has 

walked this trail countless times through clear 

skies and stormy weather. They have built trust 

in her and she understands what they both 

want from the journey. As challenges arise, 

she guides them to push past mental and 

physical barriers. She knows what is required 

and will help them navigate the winding 

paths and steep peaks. The sherpa provides 

unwavering support every step of the way. 

Midwives, I explain, are the medic stops. 

They are skilled medical professionals that 

work for the hospital and ensure you are 

clinically cared for. For this woman, in the 

public system, she can expect one, two or 

three different midwives, depending on shift 

changes and staff allocations. 

An obstetrician is the helicopter rescue if 

you or your baby encounter complications 

and need to be air-lifted off the mountain 

with obstetric instruments 

or a cesarean-section. 

In the private system, 

the OB is the main care 

provider. For women with 

complex needs this can 

be a suitable option and 

there are some excellent 

doctors that practice 

woman-centred care. 

Kate has been coming 

to prenatal yoga with 

me since 12 weeks. She wants a natural 

unmedicated birth and no unnecessary 

intervention. They understand their options 

and together we developed a ‘birth map’ 

so they feel prepared. Once labour is 

established, I will join them in their home 

and assist to optimise her body’s natural 

response. I provide support for them to stay 

at home as long as they want and remain 

with them until after they have their baby. I 

debrief the birth experience postpartum and 

ensure they have all the support they need 

for early parenting. 

I support women to optimise their 

experience of pregnancy and embrace 

the journey towards motherhood. I believe 

an empowered birth is one where every 

decision is made with confidence, no matter 

what unfolds. I offer specialised prenatal 

yoga, birth mapping and full spectrum doula 

services. I am your Sherpa through this major 

life transition. 

Sarah Newling 

PH: 0417 711 300 

www.yogimama.com.au 

https://birthmap.life 

IG: @sarah.yogimama 

FB: @sarahyogimama 

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YOUR Birth 

YOUR Midwife 

Servicing our 

Hunter 

community from 

the Coast 

to the Valley. 

Di Longworth 

Professional, safe, relationship-based care. 

Tailored to your needs for your pregnancy 

and birth journey. 

*Medicare rebates available 

"TO CHANGE THE WORLD, WE MUST 

FIRST CHANGE THE WAY THE BABIES 

ARE BEING BORN." 

~ MICHEL ODENT 

www.valleybirths.com.au 0412 974 294 di@valleybirths.com.au 

Newcastle Kinesiology Practice 

Camille Addison 

I am passionate about 

working with women to 

mentally process and 

release all things birth 

related. This includes 

mental preparation prior 

to giving birth, working 

through birth fear and 

trauma, understanding 

your birthing experience 

and processing postnatal 

issues, such as flashbacks, 

depression and anxiety. 

0422 294 427 

camille@newcastlekinesiologypractice.com 

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Making Babies, and IVF 

Success, 1, 2, 3! 

ST 

IES 

Starting a family can be a time 

of excitement and joy, but the 

road there isn’t always easy. 

It used to be thought 

that genetics were set. But 

science has taught us that 

our child’s genes, in utero and 

as they grow as children into adults, are 

changeable! In a nut shell - we can shape 

our baby’s journey with the food we eat! 

All humans on a conception journey, 

IVF or otherwise, enjoy great benefits 

with lifestyle advice from a certified 

fertility dietitian, and advantages to this 

are reflected in the long-term health of 

your child as they progress to adulthood, 

minimising the greater risk of obesity, type 2 

diabetes, heart disease, allergy and some 

psychological conditions. 

There are five key factors needed for 

healthy conception where nutrition can 

help: 

1. Healthy sperm (ask me more) 

2. Healthy egg/s (ask me more) 

3. Ovulation (when the egg is released from 

the ovary - preferably in a timely manner) 

4. The egg and the sperm need to join 

together to create an embryo 

5. The embryo needs to implant into the 

uterus (this requires establishing a healthy 

uterus) 

In Australia 1 in 6 couples 

require IVF. The experience is not 

widely or openly talked about in 

society, but if you have a friend 

who has been through it, you’ll 

know it is commonly: time costly; 

expensive; intrusive; and, even, 

sometimes, painfully emotional. 

By applying my expert knowledge and by 

working together on your journey, we can 

expect a shorter time to conceive, fewer IVF 

cycles needed (if any) and with all of this, 

vastly reduced costs. 

When we work together, I order and 

analyse the useful and relevant blood 

tests, I provide an analysis of your ideal 

supplement requirements (to enhance your 

fertility/pregnancy health) and I work with 

you to enjoy and follow evidence-based, 

personalised, dietary advice. 

First steps today. Are you aware of your 

intakes from the range of various food 

groups, and their effects on fertility? Contact 

me for a chat, 

Sally Marchini. 

Tel: 02 4971 0770 

https://www.marchininutrition.com.au/ 

I: @marchini.nutrition 

FB: MarchiniNutritionAPD 

The Belmont Specialist Centre, 30 Glover St, 

Belmont, or by TeleHealth 

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Baby not leeping? Can you Relate? 

Holis 

Holis 

SCARLETT 10 WEEKS OLD 

ISSUES: Fights sleep, has 

a dummy that doesn’t 

help her sleep. If she 

falls asleep, will wake 

crying within five minutes. 

Experiences wind, reflux, 

constipation and is unsettled and unhappy all 

the time. Mum feels like she is losing her mind. 

KEY SOLUTIONS: Adjustments to awake times 

(to be age appropriate), increased tummy 

time, changed formula, and educated 

about tired signs. When Scarlett was tired we 

responded with gentle settling that allowed 

her to love going to sleep. 

RESULT: “Natalie came into our home and 

with her gentle approach, helped us make 

some simple changes and she is now 

sleeping through her sleep cycles. This has 

made life so much easier for the whole family 

as she is so easy to get to sleep- anyone can 

do it! Thank you!” 

Jess and Scarlett. Ellalong. NSW 

HARPER 8 MONTHS OLD 

ISSUES: Will only sleep if 

being held or slept with 

by a parent or sucking 

on a bottle. If parents 

attempt to put her in 

her cot she will scream 

and fight hysterically. This can go on for 

hours. Mum feeling anxious, confused and 

worthless. Trying to stay positive for Harper’s 

development but it’s very hard. 

KEY SOLUTIONS: Age-appropriate daily 

routine, increased variety of solids, respected 

her tired signs, identified personal sleep 

windows, applied gentle settling techniques 

in the cot that she responded to quickly. 

RESULT: “The Harper we had prior to your 

consultation changed in one week and she 

is a much calmer, happier baby. Nathan 

and I sum up your program in two words and 

that is “LIFE CHANGING”. Natalie, you have 

saved this household!” 

Tiffany, Nathan and Harper. Chisholm. NSW 

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LEO 1 YEAR OLD 

ISSUES: Two short day sleeps, frequent night waking. Has a dummy. 

Relying on use of mum and dad’s bed in the day, or the car, to fall 

asleep. 8pm bedtime. Solely relying on breastfeeding for settling and 

resettling overnight. Minimal solids. 

KEY SOLUTIONS: Introduced regular meal times, active play time, one 

day sleep and a consistent bedtime of 7pm. Increased the amount 

and variety of family foods, water and attention to reducing additives. 

Implemented a consistent and responsive sleep strategy. 

RESULT: “When Natalie arrived her kind nature just filled the room. No aggressive tactics, 

just a few small tweaks here and there. Natalie came Monday and Leo has slept through 

every night since that Wednesday! We went from walking zombies to people. We are truly 

grateful for Natalie.” 

Ree and Leo. Stockrington. NSW 

Start with my FREE short videos and see more success stories at www.sleepandsettle.com.au 

Natalie Ebrill ❚ RN ❚ CFHN ❚ Baby Sleep Consultant ❚ 0434 953 953 

Sleep and Settle ❚ Established 2004 

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Holistic Nature Play for Children 

Holistic Nature Play for Children 

Nature Play 

Adventures 

Nature Play 

Adventures Stories & 

Stories Crafts& 

Crafts 

Karla 

Holistic Counsellor 

Nature Play 

Sessions 

Nature Play 

& 

Drop-off 

Sessions & 

Programs 

Drop-off 

Programs 

Newcastle & 

Lake Newcastle Macquarie 

& 

Lake Macquarie 

@thenature_space 

www.thenaturespace.com.au 

@thenature_space 

www.thenaturespace.com.au 

I support families to 

holistically heal attachment 

wounds, nervous system 

dysregulation & create a 

happy, healthy, connected 

family. 

www.karlaholisticcounsellor.com 

karlpleis@gmail.com 

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Babies – Perfect One Day, 

Concerning the Next? 

As mothers, some days we see our babies 

as complete perfection, other days we may 

wonder about little differences in the way our 

cherubs look or behave. A mum might see 

a flatter spot on the back of the skull, or the 

face or forehead may appear uneven. We 

may notice our little angel is favouring one 

breast or turning their head more to one side 

than the other. Does one eye look smaller 

than the other? We may reassure ourselves 

that we are being an over-worried mum and 

brush the concern aside. Interestingly, an 

asymmetrical head shape, and other things 

we may want to ignore, could be a marker 

of potential health challenges. 

As we all know, early intervention is very 

important. No-one knows baby like their 

parent and noticing these little differences 

early on can be a game changer for your 

child’s development. 

Let us look at flat heads as an example of 

one of the many infant issues we see at our 

chiropractic practice (and please know that 

Chiropractic care of children is extremely 

gentle, using light, fingertip pressure). Flat or 

uneven head shape (or plagiocephaly, as it 

is called in medical language), has become 

much more common since 1992, when 

parents began to be told to place their 

babies on their backs for sleep. Interestingly, 

it is thought that it is not so much the fact 

that baby sleeps on their back that causes 

a flat spot, but rather the lack of movement 

that babies do when they are placed this 

way when awake. Less movement results 

in less muscle activation and therefore less 

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muscle tone. This may 

cause baby to favour 

turning their head in 

one direction with even 

the slightest difference 

in contraction from side 

to side. The resulting 

imbalances in muscles, 

spinal bones and nerves 

are what a chiropractor 

tends to. 

Did you know that 

full and symmetrical 

movement patterns are 

essential for optimum development of your 

baby’s brain? Studies have shown that 

children with a history of flat heads have 

a higher risk of learning and coordination 

challenges in school, they may suffer speech 

delays and score lower on cognitive and 

academic tests compared to their peers. So, 

getting to this issue early is very important! 

The great news is that parents can very 

much play an active role in helping their 

child reach their peak potential in life. The 

most effective way to increase neck strength 

and mobility, and thereby stimulate baby’s 

core and brain, is tummy time. Babies are 

born in flexion; arms and legs tucked in, 

and the spine curled. Extension of the spine 

and limbs is a sign that the brain and body 

are developing and getting stronger. This is 

what we want to promote by placing baby 

face down, encouraging them to straighten 

the spine and lift the head even just for 30 

seconds at a time. Resting 

on a parent’s chest with 

the opportunity to lift the 

head and gaze into their 

eyes is a wonderful way to 

do tummy time and create 

connection. Be aware that 

if baby continues to find this 

position difficult, it can be 

a sign it may need some 

attention. 

When is the best time to 

start tummy time? Many 

young babies loudly 

express their dislike of the position, and since 

we as parents do not wish to create stress or 

hurt our little ones, we often choose to delay 

this ‘chore’. However, the best time to start is 

the day baby is born! 

Be well and have fun, Dorte Bladt 

We want to help you and baby do 

this ‘hard work’. Join us for our special 

“Tummy Time for Tiny Tots” session 

held the second Wednesday of every 

month. Your hosts are passionate, 

professional chiropractors with a special 

interest in children’s health. Mention 

‘Newcastle Baby’ to get complimentary 

registration. 

To register, email info@ 

familychiropracticcharlestown.com.au 

or call 4942 4842. 

References: 

n Early diagnosis and treatment of children with skull deformations. The challenge of modern medicine n A. Binkiewicz- 

Glińska Developmental Period Medicine, 2016 n Cognitive Outcomes and Positional Plagiocephaly BR. Collett, 

Pediatrics 2019 n Case-Control Study of Neurodevelopment in Deformational Plagiocephaly ML. Speltz Pediatrics 

2010 n Long-Term Developmental Outcomes in Patients With Deformational Plagiocephaly RI. Miller and SK. Clarren, 

Pediatrics 2000 

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Every woman and child’s birth 

experience is unique. For some, 

their births are peaceful and 

empowering, for others birth can 

be traumatic with not so many 

enjoyable moments to reflect on. 

All of your births and all of your 

stories are so important. Storytelling is a 

beautiful educational and healing tool that 

dates back as far as time itself. Over the 

course of their lives, you will tell your children 

so many different stories about the world 

through books and play. Just like you teach 

them about every other aspect of life, you 

can tell your children about their birthing day. 

Talking to children about their birth allows 

them to understand more deeply where they 

came from and how they got here. Some 

aspects of your birth might feel too heavy to 

tell young children. You can choose ageappropriate 

language and simple, easy to 

understand concepts, to start to explain 

any difficult parts of your children’s birth to 

them. It might feel quite hard to be able to 

communicate the details of a particularly 

traumatic birth to your child. Please seek all 

the support you need as you do this. 

Sharing your birth story with your child 

can be a transformational and 

healing experience for you as a 

mother. If your birth was traumatic 

or difficult, telling your story can 

help. Storytelling can allow you to 

reclaim the parts of your story that 

may feel lost or less than ideal. 

Telling your children their birth story in 

your own words, can give you a sense of 

empowerment and ownership of your birth. 

You can explain to your children the 

difficult parts and what you used to get 

through them, or you can focus on your 

favourite bits, and how those parts made 

you feel. 

If you had a positive birth experience, 

re-telling your story will keep the beautiful 

energy surrounding your birth alive and 

present in your children’s lives as they grow 

up. Continuing to share your stories with 

your children can help you protect your 

precious birthing memories. 

There is no right or wrong way to share 

your birth story with your child. We can be 

the generation that normalises telling their 

children how they were born. 

Tiarny McCook 

tiarny@yourbirthstorybook.com.au 

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n Musculoskeletal pain 

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n Caesarean rehabilitation 

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n Prolapse & Pessaries 

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n Ultrasound treatment for Mastitis and blocked ducts 

n Private and Semi private Pilates 

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Dear Counsellor 

– Help my Family 

Please!! 

Many of us have brains wired up to expect 

danger at every corner, are triggered easily, 

imagine rejection where there is none, take 

things personally, avoid, strike out, self loathe, 

and so much more. The good news is, the 

brain can be healed through great therapy 

sessions. I help clients and families feel better 

every day. I help families become more safe, 

more connected and calmer, more present 

and happier. I love my work and I am super 

passionate about families. 

How are we shaped? We come into the 

world wired to connect. Beginning in utero 

and from our first breath, we embark on 

a quest to feel safe in our bodies, in our 

environments, and in our relationships with 

our caregivers. The autonomic nervous 

system is our personal surveillance system, 

always on guard, asking the question, “Is 

it safe?”. Feeling unsupported/unsafe as a 

child, our nervous system and brain can wire 

up to become overreactive, hypervigilant, 

sluggish and other forms of dysregulation. A 

dysregulated nervous system is an incredibly 

common experience and often results in 

behavioural issues and disconnection with 

the people around us. 

When our primary caregivers are 

unable to meet our needs of safety, trust, 

attunement, love and connection, an 

insecure attachment is formed. An 'anxious' 

attachment can present as an overly fussy 

child that cannot easily be soothed and 

an 'avoidant' attachment can present as 

a reclusive child that rarely cries, seems not 

to need you and plays on their own. Once 

recognised and understood, we can work 

towards a more 'secure' attachment. 

An intrinsic part of building safety 

and connection is coming into a secure 

attachment with others and ourselves. In my 

work, I help clients to be able to connect 

with others, and themselves. I help clients 

start by feeling calmer, more present, 

enjoying connecting with their breathing, 

with their body. Learning to be an observer 

of their thoughts, feelings and reactions - not 

a slave to them. Sessions bring pleasure, as 

clients get breakthrough moments that lift 

a big load off their shoulders, shifting their 

old negative feelings into positive feelings – 

feelings like curiosity and relief for example. 

Your family system might not even take 

much to repair! Families can benefit from 

one single session! 

Karla Leis Ph: 0458 888 362 

www.karlaholisticcounsellor.com 

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Sweet Baby Fox, 

Boutique, Clinic 

and Classes 

Browse our beautiful Baby Boutique, get a 

free baby health check, learn in a class & 

socialise with other mums - all in one place! 

Sweet Baby Fox was a long time coming! 

I first thought about opening a beautiful 

baby boutique in Warners Bay back in 1996 

when my son Max was 4 & my daughter 

Kathryn was 1. Life got in the way however 

my dream was put on the back burner while 

I got busy raising kids & being a mumma. 

With a deep love for the retail & cafe 

lifestyle of Warners Bay, in 2015, my husband 

Grant & I opened ‘Fox & Willow Emporium,’ 

our ladies clothing, shoes & homewares 

boutique on the waterfront. With Fox & 

Willow being so popular, in 2019 we realised 

it was the right time for my long-dreamed-of, 

baby store! So, we took on a little shop in the 

Table One Espresso Arcade & ‘Sweet Baby 

Fox’ was born! 

Then with the stars aligning again, an 

opportunity was presented and in October, 

2022 we were able to spread across two 

more shops and create a huge premises. This 

gave Baby Fox the space it needed for all 

our beautiful stock & to create activities & 

services for our mummas & babies to enjoy – 

with heaps of play room for the young ones! 

In our beautiful community space, new 

mums access FREE baby health/Blue Book 

check-ups, with well-known Newcastle 

registered nurse, clinic sister, Ruth Scott. 

Feedback has been that Ruth is amazing 

& mums are also enjoying interacting & 

chatting in the air-conditioned waiting space 

that has our child play area, water cooler & 

plenty of seating, change table and space 

for prams. 

At our boutique: We pride ourselves on 

having the stock you need the day you pop 

in. We stock a fantastic range of babies & 

toddlers clothing with sizes, where possible, 

from 00000-4. We also stock a beautiful 

PREMI baby clothing range with sizes starting 

at a tiny 800grams & up! 

Some of our brands in store include: 

♥ Toshi (including Toshi Swim) ♥ Wilson 

& Frenchy ♥ Aster & Oak ♥ Love Henry 

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♥ Snuggle Hunny ♥ Pretty Brave 

We also carry a great selection of: 

♥ Kinderfeet Trikes ♥ Balance Bikes ♥ Micro 

Scooters ♥ Helmets ♥ Silicone products 

including bibs, feeding bowls, plates & 

cutlery ♥ Wooden toys & educational puzzles 

♥ Rubber soled shoes ♥ Dummies - we are 

Newcastles’ largest stockist of BIBS Dummies 

with our ‘rainbow of colours’ wall with 

dummy sizes 1-3 & glow in the dark night 

time dummies ♥ First oral care toothbrushes 

& flavour free fluoride free babies toothpaste 

♥ Byron Bay EcoNaps re-usable nappies & 

swimmers ♥ Haaka breastfeeding & milk 

storage accessories ♥ OiOi Pram bags & 

Nappy bags ♥ Tethers, dummy chains, inkless 

print kits, milestone cards ♥ Newcastle brand 

‘Willow by the sea’ baby & mumma skincare 

♥ Books – a great childrens' book section 

with family favourites, Australian author’s & 

indigenous stories 

Some of our stuffed toy brands and toys, 

include: 

♥ Jellycat ♥ Sesame Street ♥ Playschool 

♥ Paddington Bear ♥ Winnie The Pooh ♥ 

Dinkum Dolls ♥Dozy Dinkums ♥ MiniLand Dolls 

Book a workshop: 

Check out our website to book yourself a 

spot to some of our small group classes or 

interactive activities at affordable prices, 

example workshops include: 

♥ Mums & Bubs Yoga ♥ Sleep & Settling 

for Babies ♥ Feeding my new baby ♥ 

Introducing Solids ♥ Baby & toddler first aid 

with paramedic, Sam♥ Toddler Talk - Toilet 

training, tantrums & sleep ♥ Sensory play, 

intro to music, messy play. ♥ Calm birth, 

Hypnobirthing workshops ♥ guest speaker, 

Newcastle Author, Anna Cusack discussing 

her fabulous book ‘Mama you’re not broken’ 

- unmasking the unspoken emotions of 

modern motherhood. 

Our vision is to provide a beautiful, relaxing 

& inclusive community space where people 

can browse our gorgeous baby items, have 

a chat to friendly, helpful staff, enjoy a 

teaching class or play class with Bub, then 

meet up with family & friends for coffee or 

lunch in beautiful Warners Bay. We can’t wait 

to see you! 

Kylie, Mel & Team! 

Free Clinic – 

No appt needed 

Classes, Interactive 

Play & Yoga Sessions 

BOOKING REQUIRED, 

QR code will take 

you to the link. 

Sweet Baby Fox 

Boutique, Clinic & 

Classes - OPEN 7 DAYS 

4/450 The Esplanade Warners Bay NSW 

2282 (Table 1 Espresso Arcade) 

T : (02) 4948 5919 

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Mental Health 

in Parenthood 

Sometimes a parent needs every day of the 

year to be an “R U OKAY?” day. Sometimes, 

when that parent can share the truth, their 

answer will be “No, I am NOT okay”. 

Even when you delight in being a parent, 

and it brings you joy, pregnancy and early 

parenthood, can still leave you stretched 

beyond recognition! You might very suddenly 

find yourself feeling exhausted, strung out, 

frustrated, alone or desperate for a rest or a 

moment to yourself. When you give so much 

time, energy and attention 

towards meeting the needs of 

a baby, there isn’t always a 

lot of time left over for yourself. 

Add in fluctuating hormones, 

sleep deprivation, and a big 

shift to your identity! 

For some parents, mood 

difficulties can be severe 

enough to be diagnosed as 

a mental health disorder. 1 

in 5 women will experience 

anxiety, depression, or both, 

within 12 months of giving 

birth. Fathers are also struggling too, with 1 

in 10 dads suffering mental health difficulties. 

What this data shows us is that it is relatively 

common to find it difficult to cope as a 

parent. The good news is, there is help 

available. 

Firstly, it can be helpful to be aware of 

early warning signs. Signs of mood being 

impacted include: not feeling your usual self, 

feeling low or crying, being irritable or feeling 

bouts of rage, having trouble connecting 

to your baby, or anxiety that stops you from 

living your life like normal. 

Secondly, if you ever notice that your 

mood has been affected more days than 

not, for a two-week period, check in with 

your GP, who can refer you to a psychologist 

for further guidance and support (ask how 

Medicare rebates can make this affordable). 

And finally, make an appointment to 

come and discuss your situation. There 

are parents, every day, who reach out for 

strategies and support. 

There are also things that you can do 

right now, today. Connection helps us feel 

worthwhile and supported: speaking with 

a friend, accessing support, asking for help 

can all help your mood. Doing things that 

feel soothing or joyful can give 

you a much needed, short 

break from stress and sadness. 

Looking after your physical 

health can help your body 

stay in balance and your mind 

feel steadier. 

It’s ok if you’re not feeling 

ok. Many parents don’t. But it 

doesn’t have to stay that way. 

Dr Shanna Logan, Clinical 

Psychologist 

The Hummingbird Centre. 

Ph: 4946 0919 

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Yoga for Mama - when Self-Care 

Becomes Health Care 

Becoming a mother is one of the most 

transformative events in a woman’s 

life. Beyond the physical changes, her 

matrescence will come with emotional, 

mental and social shifts. My passion is 

about supporting mamas through these 

changes with yoga. 

Entering a yoga space feels special and 

sacred: the grounding of the mats and 

props, the serenity in your teacher’s voice, 

the smiles of other women as you arrive 

and settle in together, the worries of the 

outside world fade away. 

Yoga at any stage of your motherhood 

journey is a beautiful way to slow down, 

connect, heal and feel nurtured. Enjoy 

movements that strengthen, stretch 

and prepare, and find your safe haven 

in breathing exercises, meditations, 

visualisations and relaxation. 

In Fertility Yoga, benefit from calming 

the nervous system, reconnecting with and 

trusting your body’s natural wisdom and 

rhythms, and in this way, fully support your 

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reproductive health - in both body and 

mind. 

In Prenatal Yoga, prepare physically 

and mentally for birth. Relieve common 

pregnancy ailments through movement 

and stretching. Enjoy connecting with 

baby, learn the power of breath and 

sound and then later, re-connect to these 

resources as you labour, and birth. 

In Postnatal Yoga, feel supported, rebuild 

strength and heal, as you connect with 

your new self, your recovering postpartum 

body, your baby and your village (a group 

of mamas goes a long way!). When a baby 

is born, so is the mother. 

I found my deep love for perinatal yoga 

while training as a yoga teacher during my 

first pregnancy. The connections I had with 

my body, breath and baby were magical, 

and provided me with a whole new level of 

love and strength. My second pregnancy 

needed a lot of emotional healing. Through 

my practice and my own motherhood 

experience, I discovered that supporting 

women with yoga would become my 

purpose. 

It is necessary for women to find a space 

where they can just be themselves, laugh 

and cry, and feel restored, refreshed 

and relaxed. Sometimes this is all they 

want and need. Yoga, on and off the 

mat, is a vehicle to honour ourselves and 

give ourselves some love, gratitude and 

compassion. So, what might start as a selfcare 

practice ends up as a well-rounded 

health care practice. Come and join in. 

Marion Loisance Ph: 0411 275 156 

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An Intimate Interview with, 

Obstetrician, Dr Andrew Bisits. 

(Head of Obstetrics, John Hunter Hospital, 2007-2015) 

Background info: During 

his time at John Hunter 

Hospital Dr Bisits was 

highly accomplished 

supporting low-risk 

breech to birth vaginally 

and working with 

midwives to establish the 

Belmont Birthing Centre! 

Thank you, Andrew! 

Nat (Interviewer, 

Natalie Meade): “I see 

you as probably one of 

the best obstetricians in 

the world! How do you 

describe yourself?” 

[Andrew has a big, long laugh] 

Dr AB (Dr Andrew Bisits): “I certainly do not 

describe myself like that. I am purely an 

Obstetrician.” 

I am moved by his humbleness 

Nat: “Your time running the JHH has made 

you quite famous, What do you see as your 

proudest achievements? 

Dr AB: “One of them, is that I actually 

came to understand birth…a little, better… 

I always reflect on when our first baby was 

born…I was useless at the time of that 

birth” 

At that time DR AB had been working for 

four years, full time, as a trainee OB. 

Nat: “You felt useless…” 

Dr AB: “I learnt a lot from that birth, from 

just watching my wife…she just wanted 

everything to be quiet… She just wanted to 

curl up - and labour like that. 

Nat: “And the birth went 

well?” 

Dr AB: “Yes it did. That birth 

was a real learning in its own 

right. But it was only after the 

birth of our second, that the 

totally, indescribably unique, 

nature of birth hit me.” 

Nat: “What happened in that 

birth?” 

Dr AB: “It was just at the time 

of him being born…I saw 

someone leaving the world, 

as in dying, and I saw him 

birthing into the world, and 

this overwhelming experience has stayed 

with me every day since.” 

As he shares this, strong emotion rises up 

in him as he continues. 

Dr AB: “As you can see it was 

overwhelming then and still is now.” 

I do my best to delve deeper, extremely 

curious about his personal revelations 

Dr AB: “They’re the only words I can use 

to describe it. I keep on thinking about 

that and then I keep on seeing the total 

uniqueness of birth - in each birth.” 

Nat: “There is a deep emotion then, that 

you bring to your work?” 

Dr AB: “Ah, yes… and that allowed me 

a greater ability to relate to the situation 

of the birth, it has given me the ability to 

know, and feel at times, what might be 

right and what might not be right. And that 

often flies in the face of what is currently 

described as evidence.” 

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Nat: “How do you balance this ‘intuition’, 

with the level of responsibility on your 

shoulders”? 

Dr AB: “The responsibility sometimes we 

perhaps overstate, because essentially this 

is a normal process that on most occasions 

looks after itself. Birth is very different to 

other medicine where you are dealing with 

something broken and you work to fix it.” 

Nat: “We could call you an old, wise, 

obstetrician, couldn’t we”? [we both laugh 

at the use of the word “old”]. “How are you 

different to a newer, fresher, OB in the field?” 

Dr AB: "Well I think, it would be a natural 

thing for someone younger to come in and 

want to control things and minimise risks, 

and they find it difficult to relate to the total 

uniqueness of every birth, it’s just seen as a 

‘way of having the baby’, and that’s ‘not 

much different to a caesarean’. That's not 

a criticism by the way, that's probably close 

to how I started out.” 

We discuss communication styles 

Dr AB: “I talk with each woman, not in 

terms of ‘this is what you have to do’, or 

‘allowed to do’, but instead I will say: ‘this is 

probably what’s advised for you and now 

you can consider this, in your situation”. 

Nat: "How many trainee OBs have you 

passed this onto?" 

Dr AB: "Quite a good few, I hope. But it’s 

met with active and passive resistance. 

Because of the social circumstances of 

birth there seems to be a need to discuss 

risk in a blunt and authoritative way. I don’t 

think anyone deliberately does it, but 

women often feel scared into decisions - 

the women say this themselves.” 

Nat: “What’s the solution?” 

Dr AB: “I’ve been having discussions with a 

professional negotiator, a mother, who we 

worked with for her birth, she is proposing 

a “negotiating paradigm’. You would tell 

the pregnant woman the risk, but also 

acknowledge other significant needs 

in the woman, that will modify how she 

understands that risk. The discussion would 

also acknowledge the needs of the OB. 

Not just one person has the ‘answer’. The 

problem is, stats are often mentioned as if 

we do have the certainty, but it’s anything 

but a certainty. In the cold light of day, 

statistics about risk, are only averages.” 

This frankness reminds me of how Andrew 

spoke up about OBs “overtreating women” 

in “Birth Time, the Documentary”. 

Nat: “If one of your children were birthing 

your grandchild what advice would you 

give them?” 

Dr AB: “I did have this recently! My son's 

partner was birthing and I will be direct 

here, I was concerned because she was 

planning to birth in our hospital. I was 

worried; is she going to be railroaded, with 

the best of Intentions, into this and that? 

I was worried that small, mild problems, 

could mushroom into huge ‘potential 

problems’ and her special birth experience 

be taken from her - inadvertently.” 

Nat: “What did you say to her?” 

Dr AB: “My advice to her was to get into 

one of the Midwifery groups. I also got 

my son and her doing a private birth 

course - which was great for them. This 

approach later helped to cushion her from 

the world of potential problems and even 

when small mild issues did arise (a bit of 

blood pressure), her birth was able to stay 

special.” 

Thank you Andrew, Natalie. 

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Birth Where you Feel Safest 

– with onfidence. 

Imagine choosing where you feel safest to 

birth. Then feeling so respected throughout 

your pregnancy, that when the time comes 

to birth your baby, your body and mind 

are able to fully surrender to the process, in 

your chosen setting, with your chosen care 

provider. 

This then might beg the question - is your 

birth care provider supporting you and your 

family in such a way that you feel safely held 

and respected? 

As a privately practicing Midwife through 

Morosini Midwifery, I provide continuity 

of care to women regardless of where 

they choose to birth. All women, birthing 

anywhere, deserve a birth worker that can 

give them the time they need to prepare 

for the birth of their baby and, equally 

as important, time that focuses on their 

transition into motherhood. 

How women can enhance their birth journey 

Hire a private midwife to accompany you 

to birth in hospital. This it is where a Privately 

Practicing Endorsed Midwife manages 

your pregnancy care, attends your birth in 

hospital and then provides care postnatally 

for six weeks. In this care model, unless the 

midwife holds visiting rights, when they 

attend the birth in hospital, they rescind 

their right as the primary care provider and 

instead, take up a support and advocacy 

role during your birth. 

Another action I encourage women 

to take, is to dive deeper with their birth 

education. One book I recommend all 

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women read is “Reclaiming 

Birth as a rite of Passage” by 

Rachel Reed. Here you can 

gain an understanding of your 

birthing rights and foster selftrust. 

This can empower you to 

feel confident in the choices 

you make - with your needs at 

the forefront. 

Carefully consider your 

model of care. Continuity of 

care is a model that allows 

for women to have a primary 

midwife or team that are 

dedicated to following them 

through their entire pregnancy 

journey. It is available within 

the Newcastle region at 

two facilities; The Hunter Midwifery Group 

Practice (HMGP), John Hunter M3Team and 

Belmont Midwifery Group Practice. 

n The HMGP midwives can care for healthy 

women who wish to birth at John Hunter 

Hospital. A woman is allocated a primary 

midwife. The goal in this practice is to have 

the primary midwife be present for the 

majority of the woman’s pregnancy care 

and where possible, for the birth. 

n The M3Team is a case load service where 

women with complex medical needs can 

be cared for by a team of midwives and 

doctors who support them through their 

complexities and at the birth at John Hunter 

Hospital. 

n The BBS offer the same level of care as 

HMGP but to women wishing to birth at 

home, or at Belmont Birth Centre. 

These continuity programmes through 

John Hunter are incredible options if they suit 

your needs. However, the number of women 

versus the number of available midwives 

means these programmes 

aren’t always available to all 

women, or to women of all 

health complexities. There is 

also no guarantee in these 

programmes that you will 

have your allocated primary 

midwife at your labour and 

birth. 

Birthing at home. I often 

hear, is homebirth an option 

for me? What defines a 

woman’s ability to birth at 

home or at hospital? My 

answer? Choice. Homebirth 

is my favourite to support 

because of the beauty that 

unfolds when a woman is 

completely undisturbed. 

If I can pass on any wisdom to you today 

it would be, to remember that you hold the 

choice to decide what is best for you, so 

long as you acknowledge and claim that 

power. You are the expert of you. In the end, 

in your search for a care provider that can 

meet your needs, you need to foster selftrust 

and have total confidence with your 

care provider, ensuring that when you are 

with them, you feel safe enough to ask any 

questions, discuss desires, and do all the work 

needed to prepare for motherhood without 

judgment or fear. 

Along your journey, tune-in more and 

more to your body, and birth where your 

body feels safest, let that guide you, each 

day, to where you need to be. 

If you would like to discuss your birthing 

options and are keen to explore more, I 

would love to hear from you. 

Ineka Morosini Ph: 0434 743 065 

www.morosinimidwifery.com 

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Birth-Meeting Calendar, 2023. 

@NewcastleBirthMovement (RSVP Natalie: 0406 934 645) 

5th January 

2nd February 

2nd March 

Positive/Wisdoms 

Birth Story Circle 

Placentas, cords, 

first feeds and 

more. 

Birth: Duty of care, 

decision making, 

and can I say "no 

thanks?" 

6th April 

4th May 

1st June 

2023 Meetings with thanks to @AwesomeNewcastle 

Birth anxiety, life 

anxiety and 

problem solving 

6th July 

Shaping your birth 

environment. 

What works, what 

hinders? 

5th October 

Common birth 

fears - and their 

solutions! 

The hormones 

of Birth and 

Mothering 

3rd August 

Sleep, sanity, 

stitches, and 

other fourth 

trimester topics 

2nd 

November 





7th September 

Questioning 

Inductions? Are 

any natural? 

7th December 

Come and enjoy a 

sound-bath 

healing session, 

for pregnancy 

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Great birth prep - free, welcoming & super informative. 

Meetings are always the first, Thursday night of each month, 7.00pm-8:30pm @Hamilton 


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5) 

Your placenta – Too Good to Waste! 

Is this due to a rise in women taking 

ownership of their birth story and beyond? 

Perhaps a greater understanding of the 

healing properties it holds? Or simply that 

they know someone who did it and thought 

hey, I might give it a go too! 

An extraordinary organ that grows for one 

powerful purpose, then shows itself the door? 

Welcome to the magical world of the 

placenta! I had heard about women 

honouring their placenta by planting it 

under a tree. Then there were cultures who 

consumed their placentas for postpartum 

recovery, and as a great believer in the 

wisdom of women, I needed to know more. 

“Does it taste like chicken?” 

Seven years as a professional placenta 

encapsulator has given me the experience 

to answer all the questions but I am still 

fascinated by the placenta. 

Initially when introducing myself as a 

Placenta Encapsulation Specialist or 

Placenta “Alchemist”, I was often met with 

confused silence or a million questions. 

However in the past five years there has 

been a definite shift towards the recognition 

of what we do as well as an increased 

interest in and acceptance of utilising the 

placenta as part of a mother’s postpartum 

care regime. 

All I know is, I love my work, the women 

love their capsules, and the feedback is 

glowing: Containing protein, iron, stem cells 

and B vitamins, some of the most common 

benefits reported by mothers are: 

n Helping to balance hormones therefore 

combatting the ‘Baby Blues’ 

n Increased energy 

n Reduction of post-natal bleeding in 

comparison to previous births 

n Increase milk production 

n An overall happier, more enjoyable 

post-natal period 

Whether you’ve had a history of postnatal 

issues or just want to ensure you feel like 

‘you’ again, placenta encapsulation can 

be a step in the right direction in taking 

control of your postpartum recovery and 

being the very best version of you for your 

growing family. 

Ana Batterham 

Owner/Founder Ph: 0407 713 272 

www.theoxytocincollective.com.au 

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“Body-Health” for birth and recovery 

With great knowledge, guidance, and 

support, it is truly amazing how the womans’ 

body transforms during a pregnancy, to birth 

a baby, and then can regain function and 

strength following. In society, we do not talk 

about this nearly enough. All we see is social 

media creating a false picture of pregnancy 

and ‘bouncing back’ following birth. 

When I hear women say they feel their 

body is ‘broken’, I feel disheartened for their 

unsupported journey and it drives my passion 

as a women’s health and pelvic health 

physiotherapist. I wish every woman knew 

what I knew and that women health physios 

are here for you! 

Pregnancy is an extraordinary journey, 

your body changes in ways you couldn’t 

even imagine, and this is happening 

throughout every bodily system – heart, 

lungs, ligaments, hormones, and muscles 

throughout the whole pelvic floor. With all 

these changes you may experience new 

areas of pain such as back pain, pelvic 

girdle pain, pubic bone pain, hip pain, rib 

pain and wrist pain. Coupled with bladder 

leakage, haemorrhoids, constipation, and/ 

or painful sex, and the desire to prevent 

damage, this is where excellent, specific, 

women’s’ health physio advice is crucial. 

My top tips for a body-healthy pregnancy 

are: 

1. See a women’s health physio 

2. Move your body every day 

3. Get familiar with your pelvic floor muscles 

(and vagina!) – if you don’t know how to 

squeeze, this is NORMAL. Let’s learn how to! 

4. Learn what to look out for if your pelvic 

floor isn’t working well – (conditions can 

and do worsen without rehabilitation and 

can, and do, with some women, lead to 

incontinence of urine and faeces). 

5. Manage aches and pain straight away 

6. Give yourself a break – why do we think 

we need to continue doing everything we 

were previously doing AND grow a human at 

the same time? You’re allowed to be tired, 

grumpy and moody. 

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You’ve given birth, now what? Things you’re 

probably thinking now: 

n My body looks and feels different, will it ‘go 

back’ to normal? 

n Will I be able to be, comfortably, sexually 

intimate with my partner? 

n When can I exercise? Is there a safe way 

to build up to what I used to do? e.g. Can I 

get out of bed normally? Can I do sit ups? 

n I just need to make it to six weeks, and I will 

‘bounce back’ 

Your baby has continual check-ups 

throughout their early life; what about mum? 

One, quick check, with a health nurse is not 

enough to support full, body-health. Your 

pelvic floor has stretched 2.5 times its normal 

resting length, it needs specific attention to 

be rehabilitated correctly. I have seen again 

and again, the biggest mistake a woman 

can make is to go back to a gym or activity 

without proper guidance. 

How I work with you: 

We begin with a post-natal assessment 

(ideally 4-6 weeks post birth), however if it 

is past that, no worries! I see 

women months and years 

post birth, and I am so thrilled 

you have made the decision 

to come. Your first assessment 

can feel scary, but once it’s 

complete, you will think, why 

didn’t I come sooner? It usually 

includes: 

n A detailed birth history 

n Assessment of bladder 

and bowel function, postural 

and musculoskeletal and 

abdominal separation/diastasis 

recti muscle 

n Pelvic floor exam to assess strength, tears/ 

stitches/scars and assess prolapse, and for 

some, caesarean scar tissue assessment. 

From our assessment we have a strong 

foundation knowledge of you, your body, 

and your goals, and we can move forward 

towards a good body-health plan. Our plan 

will focus on whatever you desire, and I love 

getting women back to what they enjoy. We 

will of course do pelvic floor strengthening 

and abdominal separation rehab. We need 

Inner-strength to prevent further injury. 

If you want to walk, run, lift weights, jump 

on the trampoline, play sport – this is what 

we will focus on, without fearing your insides 

will ‘fall out’, without fear of leaking, and 

without pain. 

Here is my recipe for pelvic floor success: 

1. Locate your pelvic floor muscles and learn 

how to switch them on 

2. Strengthen them A LOT 

3. Make exercises ‘functional’(ask me how) 

4. Next, strengthen the muscles on the 

outside of the pelvis – hamstrings, glutes, and 

abs. The outside muscles matter 

too! 

5. Learn what pelvic floor 

dysfunction signs are – e.g. a 

heavy/dragging etc 

6. Never push on the toilet – sit 

there, take your time and relax! 

Laura, Ph: 4072 1408 

www.physiofemina.com.au 

E: admin@physiofemina.com.au 

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Journey to Private Practice Midwife 

She was breathing heavily through each 

contraction, focusing. Thought to be birthing 

imminently, she was brought into Emergency. 

She was young, fit and having a baby… 

Within 20 minutes she had three 

examinations by three different health 

professionals. Her hand was cannulated. 

Bright lights, people filled the room. She was 

exposed, vulnerable… she was just trying 

to have a baby. I comforted her as best I 

could. I heard later that she had once been 

a victim of assault. 

Labour stalled resulting in a caesarean. 

Now a Midwife, I recognise interference 

with the flow of birth (stress) can affect the 

dilation of the cervix. My own experiences 

(as an Obstetric-trained Registered Nurse) 

had included witnessing uncomplicated 

hospital births in New Zealand, having two 

births at home there, and another two in an 

Australian Birth Centre, Midwifery-Led. I also 

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Birth after Caesarean) and another to birth 

twins vaginally in a private hospital. So, prior 

to the experience described above, I was a 

nurse who thought that birth was a normal 

physiological event for most women. I was 

also born at home (in the U.K.), this providing 

grounding for my understanding that this was 

a valid choice. 

Tocophobia describes the fear of 

childbirth. How did we get here? Sadly, our 

culture is filled with tales of distress when 

discussing our experiences as a collective. 

I knew that I had to leave the job that I 

loved as an Emergency R.N. to find out 

more about the mysteries of Midwifery. I 

needed to know how to empower women. 

Finally, I had found my purpose, and I could 

practice preventative health care at the 

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doesn’t feel normal. Not completely herself. 

She looks at her child and remembers the 

day that was supposed to be the greatest 

day of her life when she met her baby for 

the first time. But instead of being filled with 

joy, she is filled with hurt…anguish…deep 

sadness. As her fingers trace the scar that 

remains, the negative thoughts and feelings 

flood her mind” 

Currently, 1 in 5 women will experience 

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Further, 1 in 10 partners will experience 

postnatal depression. With induction, 

episiotomy, and caesarean section rates at 

all-time highs, society more disconnected, 

and social media pressuring women to be 

the “perfect mum”, mental health issues will 

continue to worsen. 

So, how do we ensure our birth experience 

is a positive one? As women we need to 

prioritise our care and experience, invest the 

time and money worthy of this moment we 

will recall for the rest of our lives. 

“Insanity is doing the same thing over and 

over and expecting different results.” – Albert 

Einstein 

After supporting many women to achieve 

a healing birth, I feel this is MY most important 

role as a midwife. The sheer elation and 

joy each woman has, the natural high that 

lasts not only weeks, but months and years, 

the look in their eyes as they finally feel they 

have transitioned into motherhood and are 

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requires remembering the past hurt. It is 

a pivotal first step to take the opportunity 

to share your story, identify its impact on 

you, and plan for how you can use it, 

to shape an alternative experience this 

time. Partners need to be involved in this 

process as they are often traumatised by 

the same experience and this can lead 

them to hold apprehension throughout 

subsequent pregnancies, if not supported to 

address their own experience and feelings. 

Debriefing is continuous throughout your 

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A key part to achieving a healing birth is 

the choice of care provider. Someone that 

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improved by providing women with oneon-one 

care by a skilled midwife, otherwise 

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your midwife, explore the many facets of 

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If you are unable to access continuity 

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How Friendly are you with your Vagina? 

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cervical fluids, itches, irritations, thrush, 

bladder infections, inflammation, discharge, 

PMS, libido…. My mission is to support the 

release of shame & awkwardness for these 

important Women’s Health issues. 

The Vaginal Microbiome is your Intimate 

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a woman’s entire life. Your hormones, 

especially oestrogen, have a direct impact 

on your Vaginal Health impacting structure 

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balance. Paying attention to your Vaginal 

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I ran into a lovely mumma, who like many 

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pain, itchy and unpleasant discharge. She 

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What is the BEST irth 

ourse in Australia? 

I am a private birth educator with thirteen 

years’ experience and I am not going to 

waste your valuable time telling you about 

‘one private birth course’, over ‘another’. 

ALL private courses have the same key 

concepts, philosophies and helpful tips 

and tools and they are all very, very good! 

However, in your quest to perhaps decide 

hospital or private course? I’m going to help 

you to find an answer, and the place to start 

is to ask yourself a few questions… 

What is the purpose of education? Is it to give 

you predominantly, empowering information 

about your ability to birth, and how to birth 

and help you switch on the mumma bear 

and your instincts? Or is it to mould you into 

being a “good patient”? To align with your 

care provider’s preferences? 

What are your personal feelings about 

birth? Do you believe that birth is a natural 

process and that as modern women we can 

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educate, prepare and remember this deep 

truth? Or do you believe birth is a medical 

event and that many womens’ bodies are 

broken and need fixing? 

Depending on your answers, you may be 

seeking a medical course run in the hospital 

system and facilitated by a medical care 

provider, or, an independent, privately run, 

holistic course? 

Privately run birth courses are very special, 

they support, not just your physical birth 

education, but also support your emotional 

and mental needs for birth, breastfeeding, 

becoming a mother and parenting. 

Your educator will help you fall in love 

with birth, your body and your baby, 

be amazed by your uterus, be blown 

away by how powerful your hormones 

are, have breakthrough moments about 

unhindered/undisturbed birth, and explore 

communication skills so that you can feel 

confident speaking with your care provider 

about your needs and desires at your next 

appointment. 

In a privately run course, groups are small 

enough to ask personal questions, admitting 

fears is commonplace and encouraged 

(and we help with them too!), crying is 

normal and well-supported, and of course, 

partners/supporters are a big part of the 

program and are included with you! 

Book into Lamaze, Calm Birth, Birth into 

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Remember ANY PRIVATE birth course is 

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In a private birth course you will enjoy these 

essential aspects of birth preparation: 

n Visualisation, mindfulness, learning about 

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n Learning how to tune in and work with 

intuition and instinct 

n Communication and assertiveness skills, 

relationship and team-work 

n B.R.A.I.N.S tool, for making fully informed 

decisions 

n Self-awareness, mind-set work, the 

psychology and language of birth, and 

neuro-muscular awareness 

n Honouring that birth is not just about a 

healthy baby, but a healthy mother and a 

healthy baby. 

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Ph: 0406 934 645 

Once you want to do a private birth course, 

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Type “private birth course Hunter” (or similar) 

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Read about your educator, their passions, 

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