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Grace and Ivy Birth and Wellness

Locality: Warragul, Victoria

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25.01.2022 Placentas are AMAZING! @midwifemarley writes: "Look at all these placental variations!. Typically the umbilical cord is inserted in or near the centre of the placenta. However, there are some interesting variations that can occur in the placenta. These variations may or may not cause problems depending on how the delivery of the placenta is managed and the interventions that took place in labour.... 1.) Bipartite placentas occur when there are two (or three) completely separate lobes. Each lobe has an umbilical cord leaving them yet join a short distance from the separate lobes. 2.) Battledore insertion is when the umbilical cord is attached to the edge of the placenta. 3.) Succenturiate lobe is an extra lobe that forms that is separate but still attached to the main placenta by blood vessels running through the membranes. 4.) Circummarginate placenta is a variation of the normal shaped placenta and is characterized by the thinning of membranous tissue on the fetal side. 5.) Velamentous insertion is when the cord inserts into the membranes and the umbilical blood vessels also run through the membranes. There may be little Whartons jelly protecting part of the umbilical cord. 6.) Circumvallate placenta occurs when the chorion and amnion double back creating a ring on the fetal surface of the placenta. Wonderful illustration by @trulyelke #bump #pregnantbelly #pregnancyjourney #pregnancyadvice #placenta #pregnant #expecting #thelanguageofbirth

25.01.2022 Woohoo! Thanks The Natural Parent Magazine for showcasing my doula little business And a huge thanks to my beautiful model who went on to have a gorgeous baby boy the week after this photo shoot

24.01.2022 To help our trans and nonbinary friends and followers feel more included and safe around pregnancy, birth and postpartum posts on Social Media, I am undertaking a "Make it Safe" initiative! I will be reposting content that I think has intrinsic value to doula/birthworker clients and will be editing captions to ensure the language is as safe and non-triggering as possible the LGBTQIA+ communities I also hope it will be eye-opening to other birthworkers who... may feel unsure about how to use gender-neutral language and show them how easy it really is. The best thing about gender-neutral language is most people dont even notice it, but those who need it to feel safe really appreciate the effort! SAFE CAPTION: The next time you meet a new parent just tell them that they are doing an amazing job. If they need your advice they will ask for it!

22.01.2022 Asking for help can be a deeply uncomfortable experience. We are hardwired to be independent beings; to do things on our own. So asking for help often makes us feel uneasy because it requires surrendering control to someone else. When we are already feeling vulnerable, like when we have just had a tiny human emerge from our body, for instance, we think asking for help makes us look needy or incompetent, or that they have their own shit to take care of, so they dont need to... hear about ours! But the fact is, we were never meant to do this alone...this birth and parent thing was always meant to be a shared experience. Evolution has forced us to birth our babies before they can possibly survive by themselves. We have huge brains meaning any more time gestating and our big heads would make it impossible for us to get out of our uterine homes. This makes us totally dependent on our parents in every way. We are ultimately social animals. We have always lived in families, tribes and villages and we have always needed our village around us to help us cope with the stresses of life, including new parenthood. Instead of waiting for your baby to arrive and to see "if you need help" you should consider thinking about the friends, neighbours or family members in your life who you can ask to be part of your support team". You can ask these individuals if its okay that you count on them for support if you need it during your pregnancy or postpartum. Creating this team of helpers early in your pregnancy means that asking for help later on when you really need it isnt going to be such a big deal and wont feel uncomfortable anyway.

22.01.2022 Here is a way to try and end the #waterban

21.01.2022 Read this! If you are female and have had a baby or plan on having children, or if you are a womb owner who is TTC or would like to one day, READ THIS! 33% of people giving birth in Australia report being traumatised by their experience. Of these, a staggering 75% report it was not the birth, but the treatment by health "care providers that lead to their trauma.... It is important information, not to scare you but to prepare you. Engaging a good support team that will provide continuous care and help you to advocate for your rights during pregnancy and birth is paramount to having a positive birth experience.

20.01.2022 Preparing your Labour Toolkit is one way you can be proactive in preparing for your birth. When putting your Toolkit together it is wise to add more than you think you will need as you never know how long each stage of labour will last It is also important that your birth team understand your birth preferences and choices so they know how to help you while you concentrate on maintaining your focus and listen to your body ... #queerdoula #birthmatters #birthdoula #birth #labour #toolkit #informedchoice #birthpaln #childbirth #melbournedoula #dandenongsdoula #graceandivy #graceandivydoulaservices

20.01.2022 Seeing Full Spectrum Doulas in the news media warms my heart. We are an amazing bunch

20.01.2022 So proud to have completed Collaborate Consulting, LLCs Trans Birth Training. Trystan Reeses presentation style and content were an absolute treat! Highly recommend for any Doulas looking to work with Trans clients.

19.01.2022 Birthing Wisdom Trusting your Intuition, Instincts and Body Wisdom is essential in order to be a sovereign birthing woman. Trust your inner knowing and let go of your insecurities. Your body was beautifully designed to give birth.... Generations upon generations of women have given birth to your ancestors in order for you to be here. Your body is so intelligent, listen to its wisdom. You’ll know what to do @agata_mamamudra @the_spiritual_midwife #empoweredwomen #trustbirth #trustyourbody #bodywisdom #birthwisdom #positivebirth #naturalbirth #birth #postnatalsupport #antenatalclasses #birthwithoutfear #birthsupport #birthprep #birthpreparation #spiritualbirthkeeper #preparingforbirth #empoweredbirth #birthkeeper #childbirtheducation #naturalchildbirth #childbirth #pregnant #healthateverysize #plussizepregnancy #plussizebirth #optionssupportrespect #dandenongsdoula #melbournedoula #graceandivybirthandwellness See more

19.01.2022 At least once a week I have a new parent tell me that they‘re losing sleep worrying that they aren’t making enough milk. This self-doubt is a direct response to being constantly told by well-meaning friends and relatives that their baby’s frequency of feeds is a sign that they aren’t producing enough milk. With formula feeding being the cultural norm and scheduled feeds the expectation, it is a challenge to watch babies feeding cues inste...ad of the clock. When parents are being told with a scoff that their baby just ate and to space out the next feed, supplement with formula or offer a dummy, it’s hard for them to trust their intuition and feed their little one for the third time in an hour. With wavering confidence, many, many lactating parents follow the common advice to top up with formula, which *can* lead to a cycle of dwindling supply. Because lactation is built on the principle of supply and demand and milk supply is tailored to each baby’s specific needs, the lactating parent's body isn't receiving the signal that more milk needs to be made when feeds are supplemented with formula. Add to this the fact that formula is more difficult for babies to digest than human milk, and suddenly baby has gone longer between feeds, and another signal for milk production has been lost. Instead of telling lactating people that their body is failing them, we should be applauding them for persevering and developing a beautiful, successful feeding relationship with their baby. We should be telling them that their milk is enough. In fact, since it is tailored to their baby, and changes composition throughout the day to continually and dynamically adapt to their baby’s bespoke needs we should be telling them that their milk is PERFECT. #lactation #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #humanmilk #birthworker #birthkeeper #graceandivy #graceandivydoula See more

18.01.2022 #rePLANOLY @moonandclovematernity . For those stressful times

18.01.2022 Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summers day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time. John Lubbock Had the first day in almost three months this weekend where I did absolutely nothing. I napped on the couch, listened to the new Taylor Swift x Bon Iver collab (the crossover we dont deserve) and watched the sun pace slowly across the sky. I read the n...ew (ish) Hunger Games novel, and it was a wonderful day. When was the last time you had a whole day off? And what would you do on your day off? #selflove #wellness #loveyourself #handlettering #selfcare #selfcareis #selfcarethread #findyourself #selfworth #selfcaretips #strongertogether #selflovery #selflovequotes #selfcareroutine #nourishyoursoul #womenofillustration #selflovematters #melbourneartists #magicillustration #selfimage #radicalselflove #mentalhealthawareness #drawingoftheday #ladieswhodesign #illo #sketchbookart #magicalmoon #50words #outserspace #celestialart See more

18.01.2022 Mothers and babies should not be separated!

18.01.2022 Some people who have babies don’t identify as women or mothers. For that reason, this Mother’s Day we are wishing everyone a ‘Happy Birthing Person’s Day’ because inclusion is important and should be the norm! ... #birthingpersonsday #inclusion #birthingpeople #genderneutral #nonbinary #genderfluid #trans #theythem #gendernonconforming #equality #birth #doula #mothersday #birthingpersons See more

18.01.2022 This clever little poppet looks like they are having a grand old time feeding...it almost looks like they are playing a game. The fact is, this slapping action, while a little more developed than the gentle kneading that newborns do, is a primitive neonatal reflex which increases oxytocin and stimulates the production and easier let-down of milk. It also has the added benefit of making the areola pucker, projecting the nipple into a better shape for feeding. This action, whet...her the slapping of an older baby or the gentle needing of the newborn should not be discouraged (by swaddling while feeding) as it is beneficial for successful feeding. : Unknown

18.01.2022 Truth! The lack of gender-neutral language in this quote almost made me not share it. However, I thought It was the perfect opportunity to once again raise the topic of the importance of gender-neutral language in birth work. ... People of all genders birth and people of all genders deserve gender-affirming care

17.01.2022 Using the somatic stress reduction technique of Tapping (or EFT) you can quickly overcome your fear of birthing your baby. Tapping brings you into more awareness about your fear and helps you realise the danger you perceive is actually just a thought pattern and process. Once this is realised the Tapping works on the amygdala and hippocampus allowing you to shift your fear and lower your cortisol levels. This allows the fear to dissipate and make way for ex...citement and joy! Almost immediate and long-lasting results can be achieved with just three 30 minute sessions. #eft #tapping #efttapping #energyhealing #perinatalmentalhealth #selfcare #fearrelease #anxiety #emotionalfreedomtechnique #healing #meditation #mindfulness #selflove #love #emotionalfreedomtechniques #reiki #wellness #meditation #hypnosis #doula #dandenongsdoula #melbourne #graceandivybirthandwellness #graceandivydoula See more

16.01.2022 I am super excited to have my ticket to this Summit! The line-up is AMAZING!

16.01.2022 I would also add...relax your forehead and the small muscles around your eyes!

14.01.2022 Just take a moment for yourself... Sit with your eyes closed Take a lovely deep breath in through your nose Hold it for just a second... Now breath out through your mouth...allow it to become a sighhhh Repeat 2 this sequence more times Did you feel the tension leave your shoulders? Did you manage to unclench your jaw...just a little? This 30-second self-care practice can make a huge difference in how you feel throughout the day. See if you can manage to fit in the luxury of deep healing breaths at least 3 times a day and notice how much better you feel. #laurajaneillustrations #breathe #breathingmatters #selfcare #birthkeeper #holisticbirthkeeper #doula #herbalmedicine #thesmallthings #thesimplethings #lifewithlittlies #pamperyourself #selflove #youmatter #graceandivybirthandwellness #dandenongsdoula #melbournedoula #gippslanddoula See more

13.01.2022 Doggos make the best doulas I have been at many births where the family dog has remained by the birthing person's side...just gently holding space, as if to say "It's ok, I am here". What more can a birthing person want?... #Repost @anagarbulho #doggiedoula #doula #doulasupport #thisisbirth #theyknow #intuitivebirth #birthinstincts #birthyourway #yourbirthmatters #positivebirth #allaboutbirth #cherishthemoment #pregnancy #homebirth #familyaffair #gestation #childbirth #naturalbirth #naturalbirthing #healer #empoweredbirth #birthisnormal #givingbirth #breathe #birthpartner #release #homebirth #trustyourbody #graceandivybirthandwellness See more

13.01.2022 One of the most important gifts you can give your self is to plan for how you are going to cope with labour. Reach out if you would like to have a chat about filling your Labour Toolkit"!

11.01.2022 "Open up your pelvis to help the baby rotate easily... follow your intuition, move around the way your body tells you to." Spinning Babies makes up a huge part of my practice. empower yourself by checking out their daily activities, body balancing techniques, and smart birth positions for a more comfortable, confident birth. #repost @spinningbabies... #spinningbabies #gailtully #changingbirthonearth #wheresbaby #easierbirth #fetalpositioning #empoweredbirth #childbirth #pregnant #pregnancy #pregnantlife #doula #birthdoula #birth #birthworkers #prenatal #birthmatters #childbirtheducation #prenatalbodywork #rebozo #lovinghands #comfortmeasures #graceandivybirthandwellness See more

11.01.2022 You know that joke, how do you get to Carnegie Hall? "Practice, practice, practice!" Well, the same can be said about achieving the birth you want! ... To encourage an optimal birth, we know that you want to prioritize movement as well as your production of oxytocin. Together, frequently changing positions along with activities such as lowering the lights, playing music, and receiving comforting touch and verbal encouragement can help achieve optimal fetal positioning, improve blood flow to the baby, keep you calm and comfortable and in turn shorten your labour (with or without an epidural!!!!). Unfortunately, labour is not a time you can try out new moves. The intensity of contractions means youre going to fall back on old habits. This means THE TIME IS NOW! Practice, Practice, Practice! 1. Sit on your birth ball. 2. Slow dance with your partner. 3. Do some asymmetrical lunges. 4. Lean forward over a chair or birth ball or sofa. 5. Pace while youre on the phone. 6. Get comfy with a Peanut Ball Do them all while listening to your labour playlist. Ask your partner for a massage. Dim the lights. And, if you need a boost, book a time to come practice with me. Two hours in the comfort of your own home - via Zoom I will walk you through a ton of positions, breathing techniques, and affirmations. Ill walk your partner through massage techniques, counter pressure, and the mindset shift theyll need to think creatively and hold you up, figuratively and literally, throughout your labour. Youve got this! Book Here: https://bit.ly/3hlUqDO Repost: @birthsmarter

10.01.2022 I am bringing my #birthclasses online! Being in strict Stage 4 Lockdown has left a lot of Victorian pregnant folks feeling like they are missing out on the full pregnancy and birthing experience. While I cant replace everything that is missing, I can provide live, comprehensive Childbirth Education classes where parents get the opportunity to interact with other parents and ask all of the questions they have.... #bonus...being online means you get to wear your jammies and you are #covidsafe at all times

10.01.2022 __ I A m A B i r t h k e e p e r __ A radical, heart centred Birthworker; I follow my heart, soul and intuition. I believe in science, just as much as I believe in ancient, sacred wisdom, so my practice is founded in evidence and supported by heart. As your Birthkeeper, you are inviting me into your sacred space. I come to your space with you, for you and supportive of you as you learn, process, make choices, work through options and rejo...ice. I work with you to build an authentic connection and ensure you become empowered and educated on your journey to find and follow your own individual truth, and stand by your bodily autonomy and birthing freedom. Beautiful art by @ododua.aum #Birthkeeper #birth #birthempowerment #pregnancy #birthpreparation #birthmatters #birthwithoutfear #birthnerd #positivebirth #birthisbeautiful #informedchoice #empoweredbirth #naturalbirth #birthwithconfidence #birthplan #physiolocicalbirth #positivepregnancy #labour #childbirth #birthingbodies #birthsupport #birthwork #doulalife #doulalove #naturalbirth #holisticdoula #dandenongsdoula #melbournedoula #gippslanddoula #graceandivybirthandwellness See more

10.01.2022 For any birthing people who are being pressured to agree to CTG (continuous monitoring) during labour, here is a reminder that the World Health Organisation says the use of CTG has no place in caring for birthing people at low risk of complication. It has been known for a very long time that CTG use in low-risk spontaneous labour leads to an increase in interventions without improving outcomes.

10.01.2022 Finally getting time to complete the online training courses I have lined up. This one was an absolute cracker! Thanks to the team at La Matriz Birth Services

09.01.2022 Do you know that after you have birthed your baby, you also need to birth your placenta? That means to push it out just like you pushed out your baby. A physiological (unassisted) third stage of labour is when you wait for your placenta to be birthed without any medical interference. After your baby is born, your midwife/OB will wait for the umbilical cord to stop pulsing (pumping oxygenated blood from the placenta to your baby). Strong contractions continue at regular inter...vals, because of the high levels of oxytocin still circulating in your system. The uterine muscle fibres shorten, with each contraction, leading to a gradual decrease in the size of the uterus, which helps the placenta peel away from its attachment site on the uterine wall. The third stage is complete when the birthing person births their babys placenta. Active management of the third stage is when an injection of artificial oxytocin is given to you, as your babys second shoulder is being born. Once the injection has been given, your babys cord is immediately clamped and cut as soon as possible. The artificial oxytocin stimulates your uterus to contract vigorously which can force extra blood through the cord to your baby. Once the cord begins to lengthen (signifying your placenta has started to detach from your uterine wall) the midwife/OB will pull on it in order to speed up the birth of your placenta and membranes. According to the research, there are no significant benefits of active management of third stage for baby. It is, however, shown to statistically reduce the risk of severe postnatal bleeding for the birthing person. However, it should be noted that the risk of severe postnatal bleeding is significantly increased in the birthing person if artificial oxytocin is used during labour. Repost : @themidwifemumma

09.01.2022 Join me in supporting this campaign. Maternal Mental Health should be a priority and to prioritise Maternal Mental Health means to accept that bodies are made to birth and birthing is rarely a medical emergency.

09.01.2022 A simple reminder... Birthing people come in all different shapes, sizes and genders. @thepoweroflovedoula... #birthkeeper #fullspectrumdoula #queerdoula #bodypositivebirthing #livinginbiggerbodies #samesexparents #lgbtqia #lgbtfamily #lgbtq #rainbowfamily #pride #samesexfamily #ivf #baby #lovemakesafamily #iui #infertility #seahorsedad #GNC #genderdiverse #nonbinary #transparents #trans #transfamily #ftm #transgender #transisbeautiful #transqueer #transawareness #translivesmatter See more

08.01.2022 This is why rest is essential in the first 6 weeks (42 days) after childbirth! There is so much healing and restoration that needs to occur during this time, the world outside can wait. Give yourself some grace and allow yourself to heal. #postpartum #motherhood #baby #parenthood #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #postpartumbody #doula #pregnancy #postnatal #love #birth #newborn #pregnant #gestating #family #postnatal #pelvicfloor #fourthtrimester #postpartumbody #treeoflife #placenta #hypnobirthing #nutrition #postnatalrecovery #painfreebirth #birthwithoutfear #graceandivybirthandwellness #dandenongsdoula #graceandivy

08.01.2022 Comment below if this rings true for you, too When I had my babies, I had my family and friends tell me that I would spoil my baby if I didnt get them into a routine. I was told that they needed to be able to sleep in their own bed (cot, bassinette or Moses Basket) and put themself to sleep. I had no idea that my baby would be perfectly fine (or that it was perfectly normal) if I let them nap on me. I remember I became almost obsessed with their sleep in the first ...few months. Believing I was doing something wrong and I was going to spoil my baby. But guess what? Nothing I tried worked (and yes, I did try some forms of sleep training, but it always made me feel awful and I never got very far). I wasnt successful in changing my newborns (thankfully!). They always wanted to sleep on me; be close to me; use me for soothing and comfort. Instead, I remained fearful of what spoiling them would look like and always felt like I was failing them. Now as a Doula, I know their need to sleep on me is perfectly fine and normal! I understand normal biological infant sleep patterns now and know that babies CAN NOT be spoiled! (I mean, what does that even mean anyway?!) I realise now that the best thing new parents can do is trust their instincts and their baby. If only I knew then, what I know now. I would be a cool, calm and collected baby-wearing, empowered parent doing whats best for my baby AND my mental health! So in case, no ones told you, its OKAY to let your baby sleep on you. You will not ruin your baby by letting them take naps in your arms. Please spread the word to other new parents. If you want to know more about infant sleep patterns or would like to explore what Postpartum Doula Support could look like for you, jump on the link to my calendar and book a no obligation 30 min meeting! https://bit.ly/3mvsQbc

07.01.2022 This is Trevor MacDonald He is a transgender dad from Manitoba, Canada He had two home births and breastfed both of his children Trevor writes about his queer breastfeeding adventures on his blog milkjunkies.net He is also the author of "Wheres the Mother? Stories from a Transgender Dad" ... Trevor writes..."I wasnt sure if I would be able to breastfeed at all. Most people told me it wouldnt be possible. When my son, Jacob, was born, we took it one feeding at a time. From the babys perspective, breastfeeding is breastfeeding. He didnt care that he had a transgender dad, but he sure wanted to nurse! And here we are, celebrating two years of sharing nay-nay [Jacobs word for nursing] and looking forward to more." If you are trans or a non-gestational parent and would like to chat about anything to do with feeding your baby please feel free to reach out. I can assist you with re-lactation, induced lactation, supplementary feeding options, chestfeeding, breastfeeding and bottle-feeding.

07.01.2022 Every parenthood journey is uniquely beautiful. And that beauty is not dependent on how easy it is. This #mothersday I would like to shout out to the parents who openly share their struggles and their achievements on social media so that other parents can relate and feel less alone in their journey to raise well-rounded human beings. ... Thank you for your openness and vulnerability; thank you for sharing your story so others may feel less shame in the feelings they have on their hard days. #mothersday #mothersdaygift #love #happymothersday #mom #mother #family #motherhood #parenthood #mothers #mama #MotherDaughter #HappyMothersDay #ILoveMyMum #BreakfastInBed #ListenToYourMum #parents #transparents #MyTwoMums See more

07.01.2022 "Privilege is hard to acknowledge when you havent had to acknowledge it your whole life. Its hard to imagine something that you havent had to think about when youre comfortable - especially when it has benefited you the most. Its uncomfortable to grow, but thats why you need to do it." art and words by @cupofcreative.co, featuring a quote by @janayathefuture #privilege #activism #blmart #blacklivesmatter

06.01.2022 Last week, my beautiful daughter, @sarahjessicairwin, and I put together 12 bags for @sharethedignityaustralia. Four of them were for birthing people, 4 were for teens and 4 were for adult menstruating people. This wonderful charity distributes period products to people experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or just doing it tough and works diligently to end period poverty here in Australia. It felt really good to be able... to find some nice little bits and pieces to add to the essentials that will hopefully make someones day a bit brighter. When you're is doing it tough, the last thing that should be on your mind is dealing with your period! #itsinthebag #sharethedignity #periodpoverty #menstruation #dignitydrive #makingadifference #sharethedignityaustralia #thehomelessperiod #menstruationmatters #period #dignity #women #endperiodpoverty #itsinthebag #menstrualcycle #femininecare #periodhealth #periodtalk #hygiene #periodpositive #periodproblems #mencanmenstruate #bleedingwhiletrans #graceandivybirthandwellness See more

05.01.2022 Prenatal Yoga is the perfect exercise for pregnant people. It can be as gentle or intense as you like and gently stretches right where flexibility in birth is needed. Keeps blood circulating in the body ... Can prepare hips for labour Can relieve back pain Helps promote digestion TAG the artist if you know them! Repost: @douladimension

04.01.2022 "The pregnant body is communicating what it needs all the time, and, believe it or not, the unborn baby is, too. All we have to do as mothers is learn to listen, give ourselves permission to trust the connection, and take the time to respond (Peters & Wilson, 22) For centuries birthing people connected with their baby and listened to their body, to its promptings and trusted in its guidance. During the process of birth, birthing people used to decide which position would... be most comfortable. They were free to move about during labour and birth as a way to manage their pain. Somehow, intuitively, they knew that the squat position allowed the pelvis to open up more freelyby one-third more in fact! If other people were present at the birth, they were there to support, not direct the process. Timing was never an issue; whenever the baby was born was considered the perfect moment for birth. Once born, the new parent immediately held, caressed and nursed the baby. Separation was unheard of. Parent and child recovered quickly and grew strong together. Everybody had confidence in the process, just like other bodily processes. The birth process was respected and revered with a sense of fulfilment. Modern medicine and technology have led to birthing people often being confined to bed through the use of monitors. They are directed to use positions which are not only counterintuitive but defy gravity and normal physiology. They are forced into the hospitals schedule, inconsiderate of their normal birthing rhythms which slows down the natural momentum of the birthing process. And with all of this going on we are told birth is dangerous. Birth is a medical event that needs a doctor in attendance and intervention at every turn. Statistics are twisted and used against us to make us believe that our babies will die if we dont do as we are told. We are lead to believe our bodies are faulty if we havent reached 10cm by some arbitrary time. Is it any wonder birthing people feel fearful and powerless. Learn to TRUST the PROCESS again. Your body and your baby know how to birth...learn how to trust them again! Repost: @fattiesandfeelings

04.01.2022 I love getting to know the families I am working with. It is one of the best parts of my job. My childbirth ed tools from Milia Simielli Handmade always appeal to the little people in the room and the wonder on their faces as they get to play with 'the dolly with baby in their tummy just like mummy' is always a treat. #DoulasAreEssential #ChildbirthPreparation #LoveMyJob

02.01.2022 THIS. RIGHT. HERE This is why you SHOULD hire a Doula. Doulas do not interfere with the closeness or relationship you and your partner have in the birthing room.... Rather, we support your partner to support you better and more effectively. We support them to feel confident when they are advocating for you. We give them quiet little tips of things to do that will make you think they are even more amazing than they are. We also check in on them and make sure they are ok because watching your love give birth can be scary. Your partner is an expert on you, we are experts on birthing - together we have you covered! #doula #birth #pregnancy #postpartum #birthdoula #newborn #pregnant #doulalife #breastfeeding #baby #birthworker #midwivesrock #childbirth #postpartumdoula #maternity #motherhood #parenthood #doulas #homebirth #childbirtheducation #doulasupport #labour #support #love #birthwithoutfear #hypnobirthing #partnersupport #graceandivydoulaservices #graceandivy #graceandivydoula See more

02.01.2022 Are you in Melbourne and currently pregnant? Have you felt let down or confused by the maternity system during the current lockdown restrictions? Are you scared, angry or confused about your birthing options at the moment? If you answered yes to ANY of these questions you might benefit from a chat with a DOULA! Drop me a line or give me a call for an obligation-free chat.

02.01.2022 Please sign this petition to help reunite this heartbroken family