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Suzanne Higgins – Credentialed Mental Health Nurse – 0491 005 804

Suzanne offers mental health counselling for women and men who are experiencing challenges during their pregnancy or in the early months and years after the birth.

Suzanne has a passion for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and her areas of expertise include:

• anxiety and depression,
• grief counselling – including pregnancy loss,
• adjustment disorder,
• parent-infant relationship issues,
• post-traumatic stress (related to events around the pregnancy or birth),
• role overload and
• poor family of origin experiences.

Suzanne strongly feels that it is such an important life stage and that it is a privilege to support families during this time.

Suzanne provides counselling at The Birth House, and at another venue in Highton.

Suzanne works within an Alliance with Pritchard Health which enables some Medicare rebates for clients who come with a GP referral under the Psychological Therapy Scheme. In order to access this scheme, people need to meet certain criteria which GPs will explore before making the referral. The GP needs to nominate either Suzanne Higgins or Pritchard Health as the preferred provider on the referral form. This will mean there is no gap payment for up to 10 sessions per year as it is fully funded by Medicare.

People may also choose to self-fund and Suzanne is happy to discuss this option with potential clients.

Suzanne can be contacted on 0491 005 804. When you make contact she will explain the options for accessing her services and assist with referral processes where necessary. She is also happy to discuss whether she is the ‘right’ counsellor for you and if not, to give you the name of others who may best suit your needs.
In a crisis you would be best served by seeing your local GP or contacting the 24 hour Access line on 1300 094 187.

Our Mothers’ Group is facilitated by midwives Pia Croft and Judy van Dreven.

Cost is $5 per session, per family. Tea and coffee are provided.

The Birth House Mothers’ Group is open to all members of The Birth House community, regardless of care provider and place of birth. All are welcome.

For more information, please visit: http://thebirthhouse.com.au/mothers-group/

The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering exceptional chiropractic care for babies and pregnant mothers. The practice in Geelong is a Chiropractic leader in the care of pregnant women, babies & children. They understand that the foundation of your child’s neurological blueprint is established in the first years of life. The brain regulates the entire body by communicating through the spine and nervous system.

Care of a mother through her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and optimal internal environment for a baby’s growth and development. Stressors placed on a baby by poor in-utero positioning, the birth process, the impact of medications or a stressful, emotional environment can be adverse to a developing child’s body. Chiropractic care can improve function to a child’s spine and nervous system giving them every opportunity to grow and thrive to their potential.

Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on Thursdays in 2018.

Both Chiropractors are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies & children and love providing exceptional chiropractic care for families of Geelong.

Appointments are also available at Pioneer Family Chiropractic in Grovedale 6 days a week.

For appointments with a chiropractor at The Birth House, please call Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/

Myotherapy is a holistic approach to massage used to correct and maintain musculoskeletal dysfunctions. The array of modalities including cupping, dry needling, corrective exercise prescription and hands on manual therapy make for a great combination when treating pain.

Myotherapy can be used for many conditions from back aches and pains to headaches and more acute muscle injures. The use of assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and maintenance meant that this physical therapy is fantastic for everybody, as it can resolve many issues for children, adults and athletes.

Alysse Iapozzuto provides Myotherapy and remedial massage services at The Birth House every Monday.

Bookings:
For more information or to make a booking please contact Alysse on 0448 846 984

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/myotherapy-massage/

Suzanne Higgins – Credentialed Mental Health Nurse – 0491 005 804

Suzanne offers mental health counselling for women and men who are experiencing challenges during their pregnancy or in the early months and years after the birth.

Suzanne has a passion for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and her areas of expertise include:

• anxiety and depression,
• grief counselling – including pregnancy loss,
• adjustment disorder,
• parent-infant relationship issues,
• post-traumatic stress (related to events around the pregnancy or birth),
• role overload and
• poor family of origin experiences.

Suzanne strongly feels that it is such an important life stage and that it is a privilege to support families during this time.

Suzanne provides counselling at The Birth House, and at another venue in Highton.

Suzanne works within an Alliance with Pritchard Health which enables some Medicare rebates for clients who come with a GP referral under the Psychological Therapy Scheme. In order to access this scheme, people need to meet certain criteria which GPs will explore before making the referral. The GP needs to nominate either Suzanne Higgins or Pritchard Health as the preferred provider on the referral form. This will mean there is no gap payment for up to 10 sessions per year as it is fully funded by Medicare.

People may also choose to self-fund and Suzanne is happy to discuss this option with potential clients.

Suzanne can be contacted on 0491 005 804. When you make contact she will explain the options for accessing her services and assist with referral processes where necessary. She is also happy to discuss whether she is the ‘right’ counsellor for you and if not, to give you the name of others who may best suit your needs.
In a crisis you would be best served by seeing your local GP or contacting the 24 hour Access line on 1300 094 187.

Kath Maxwell is a Registered Midwife who has been teaching Calmbirth in Geelong since 2006.

Calmbirth workshops are offered at The Birth House throughout 2018 on Monday evenings 6.30-9pm x 5 sessions, or over a weekend workshop which runs once most months throughout the year.

For further information about dates, costs and booking in please go to www.innerbirth.com.au or contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/Calmbirth

Womb 2 Move – Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs

Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs incorporates yoga practices which are uniquely suited to help you regain your core-strength and overall fitness after birth by restoring tone to the deep muscles of the pelvis and lower back.  Babies are included in these birthlight postnatal yoga classes; interactive mother and baby yoga moves promote ‘active bonding’ in age appropriate ways through the first weeks and months. All Birthlight postnatal yoga practices are suitable for mothers who have given birth by caesarean section.

Birthlight postnatal yoga invites mothers to create a new foundation for better fitness while being energised from within and enjoying their babies fully. More dynamic yoga poses and moves are also offered to make a safe transition to general yoga or other forms of exercise with long term benefits for women’s health.

If you are interested in attending postnatal mother and babe yoga in the future, please contact Erin on 0421 118 148 or womb2move@gmail.com to secure your place.

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/yoga-postnatal-mums-and-bubs/

Womb 2 Move – Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs

Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs incorporates yoga practices which are uniquely suited to help you regain your core-strength and overall fitness after birth by restoring tone to the deep muscles of the pelvis and lower back.  Babies are included in these birthlight postnatal yoga classes; interactive mother and baby yoga moves promote ‘active bonding’ in age appropriate ways through the first weeks and months. All Birthlight postnatal yoga practices are suitable for mothers who have given birth by caesarean section.

Birthlight postnatal yoga invites mothers to create a new foundation for better fitness while being energised from within and enjoying their babies fully. More dynamic yoga poses and moves are also offered to make a safe transition to general yoga or other forms of exercise with long term benefits for women’s health.

If you are interested in attending postnatal mother and babe yoga in the future, please contact Erin on 0421 118 148 or womb2move@gmail.com to secure your place.

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/yoga-postnatal-mums-and-bubs/

Womb 2 Move - Pregnancy Yoga with a Midwife

• Sleep better, move freely, connect with your baby and prepare for birth and mothering
• Gain tools to relieve anxiety and enjoy pregnancy
• Learn about your beautiful birthing hormones and pelvis
• Tap into your body's ability to birth your baby with breath, movement and relaxation
• Catering for all levels of yoga experience during pregnancy from 12-42 weeks

Tuesdays and Fridays at The Birth House

Tuesdays - Classes at 5.30pm and 7pm - Pregnancy Yoga
Friday - Classes at 8.45am and 10am - Yoga for the Third Trimester

Bookings:
Bookings are required. Please book and pay online (payment with cash is also accepted):
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=321097

$20 single class or $90 for 5 classes
(5 class pass expires 2 months after date of first visit)

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/pregnancy-yoga/

Womb 2 Move - Pregnancy Yoga with a Midwife

• Sleep better, move freely, connect with your baby and prepare for birth and mothering
• Gain tools to relieve anxiety and enjoy pregnancy
• Learn about your beautiful birthing hormones and pelvis
• Tap into your body's ability to birth your baby with breath, movement and relaxation
• Catering for all levels of yoga experience during pregnancy from 12-42 weeks

Tuesdays and Fridays at The Birth House

Tuesdays - Classes at 5.30pm and 7pm - Pregnancy Yoga
Friday - Classes at 8.45am and 10am - Yoga for the Third Trimester

Bookings:
Bookings are required. Please book and pay online (payment with cash is also accepted):
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=321097

$20 single class or $90 for 5 classes
(5 class pass expires 2 months after date of first visit)

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/pregnancy-yoga/

Kath Maxwell is a Registered Midwife who has been teaching Calmbirth in Geelong since 2006.

Calmbirth workshops are offered at The Birth House throughout 2018 on Monday evenings 6.30-9pm x 5 sessions, or over a weekend workshop which runs once most months throughout the year.

For further information about dates, costs and booking in please go to www.innerbirth.com.au or contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/Calmbirth

Suzanne Higgins – Credentialed Mental Health Nurse – 0491 005 804

Suzanne offers mental health counselling for women and men who are experiencing challenges during their pregnancy or in the early months and years after the birth.

Suzanne has a passion for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and her areas of expertise include:

• anxiety and depression,
• grief counselling – including pregnancy loss,
• adjustment disorder,
• parent-infant relationship issues,
• post-traumatic stress (related to events around the pregnancy or birth),
• role overload and
• poor family of origin experiences.

Suzanne strongly feels that it is such an important life stage and that it is a privilege to support families during this time.

Suzanne provides counselling at The Birth House, and at another venue in Highton.

Suzanne works within an Alliance with Pritchard Health which enables some Medicare rebates for clients who come with a GP referral under the Psychological Therapy Scheme. In order to access this scheme, people need to meet certain criteria which GPs will explore before making the referral. The GP needs to nominate either Suzanne Higgins or Pritchard Health as the preferred provider on the referral form. This will mean there is no gap payment for up to 10 sessions per year as it is fully funded by Medicare.

People may also choose to self-fund and Suzanne is happy to discuss this option with potential clients.

Suzanne can be contacted on 0491 005 804. When you make contact she will explain the options for accessing her services and assist with referral processes where necessary. She is also happy to discuss whether she is the ‘right’ counsellor for you and if not, to give you the name of others who may best suit your needs.
In a crisis you would be best served by seeing your local GP or contacting the 24 hour Access line on 1300 094 187.

Geelong Babywearers (a branch of Babywearing Victoria Inc) is a local group which regularly meets to discuss and offer help on all aspects of babywearing.

Sling meets are a great place to come and see a wide range of baby carriers , including ring slings, stretchie wraps, woven wraps and soft-structured carriers. Experienced baby wearers will guide you through using them safely and comfortably.

The group meets at The Birth House, on the last Thursday of the month, from 12.30-2.30pm. It is $5 to attend, which includes organic teas and coffee.

Find us on Facebook:
For more information, please visit the group’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/geelongbabywearers

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/events/babywearing-meets/

The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering exceptional chiropractic care for babies and pregnant mothers. The practice in Geelong is a Chiropractic leader in the care of pregnant women, babies & children. They understand that the foundation of your child’s neurological blueprint is established in the first years of life. The brain regulates the entire body by communicating through the spine and nervous system.

Care of a mother through her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and optimal internal environment for a baby’s growth and development. Stressors placed on a baby by poor in-utero positioning, the birth process, the impact of medications or a stressful, emotional environment can be adverse to a developing child’s body. Chiropractic care can improve function to a child’s spine and nervous system giving them every opportunity to grow and thrive to their potential.

Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on Thursdays in 2018.

Both Chiropractors are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies & children and love providing exceptional chiropractic care for families of Geelong.

Appointments are also available at Pioneer Family Chiropractic in Grovedale 6 days a week.

For appointments with a chiropractor at The Birth House, please call Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/

Myotherapy is a holistic approach to massage used to correct and maintain musculoskeletal dysfunctions. The array of modalities including cupping, dry needling, corrective exercise prescription and hands on manual therapy make for a great combination when treating pain.

Myotherapy can be used for many conditions from back aches and pains to headaches and more acute muscle injures. The use of assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and maintenance meant that this physical therapy is fantastic for everybody, as it can resolve many issues for children, adults and athletes.

Alysse Iapozzuto provides Myotherapy and remedial massage services at The Birth House every Monday.

Bookings:
For more information or to make a booking please contact Alysse on 0448 846 984

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/myotherapy-massage/

Suzanne Higgins – Credentialed Mental Health Nurse – 0491 005 804

Suzanne offers mental health counselling for women and men who are experiencing challenges during their pregnancy or in the early months and years after the birth.

Suzanne has a passion for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and her areas of expertise include:

• anxiety and depression,
• grief counselling – including pregnancy loss,
• adjustment disorder,
• parent-infant relationship issues,
• post-traumatic stress (related to events around the pregnancy or birth),
• role overload and
• poor family of origin experiences.

Suzanne strongly feels that it is such an important life stage and that it is a privilege to support families during this time.

Suzanne provides counselling at The Birth House, and at another venue in Highton.

Suzanne works within an Alliance with Pritchard Health which enables some Medicare rebates for clients who come with a GP referral under the Psychological Therapy Scheme. In order to access this scheme, people need to meet certain criteria which GPs will explore before making the referral. The GP needs to nominate either Suzanne Higgins or Pritchard Health as the preferred provider on the referral form. This will mean there is no gap payment for up to 10 sessions per year as it is fully funded by Medicare.

People may also choose to self-fund and Suzanne is happy to discuss this option with potential clients.

Suzanne can be contacted on 0491 005 804. When you make contact she will explain the options for accessing her services and assist with referral processes where necessary. She is also happy to discuss whether she is the ‘right’ counsellor for you and if not, to give you the name of others who may best suit your needs.
In a crisis you would be best served by seeing your local GP or contacting the 24 hour Access line on 1300 094 187.

Kath Maxwell is a Registered Midwife who has been teaching Calmbirth in Geelong since 2006.

Calmbirth workshops are offered at The Birth House throughout 2018 on Monday evenings 6.30-9pm x 5 sessions, or over a weekend workshop which runs once most months throughout the year.

For further information about dates, costs and booking in please go to www.innerbirth.com.au or contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/Calmbirth

Womb 2 Move – Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs

Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs incorporates yoga practices which are uniquely suited to help you regain your core-strength and overall fitness after birth by restoring tone to the deep muscles of the pelvis and lower back.  Babies are included in these birthlight postnatal yoga classes; interactive mother and baby yoga moves promote ‘active bonding’ in age appropriate ways through the first weeks and months. All Birthlight postnatal yoga practices are suitable for mothers who have given birth by caesarean section.

Birthlight postnatal yoga invites mothers to create a new foundation for better fitness while being energised from within and enjoying their babies fully. More dynamic yoga poses and moves are also offered to make a safe transition to general yoga or other forms of exercise with long term benefits for women’s health.

If you are interested in attending postnatal mother and babe yoga in the future, please contact Erin on 0421 118 148 or womb2move@gmail.com to secure your place.

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/yoga-postnatal-mums-and-bubs/

Womb 2 Move – Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs

Postnatal yoga for mums and bubs incorporates yoga practices which are uniquely suited to help you regain your core-strength and overall fitness after birth by restoring tone to the deep muscles of the pelvis and lower back.  Babies are included in these birthlight postnatal yoga classes; interactive mother and baby yoga moves promote ‘active bonding’ in age appropriate ways through the first weeks and months. All Birthlight postnatal yoga practices are suitable for mothers who have given birth by caesarean section.

Birthlight postnatal yoga invites mothers to create a new foundation for better fitness while being energised from within and enjoying their babies fully. More dynamic yoga poses and moves are also offered to make a safe transition to general yoga or other forms of exercise with long term benefits for women’s health.

If you are interested in attending postnatal mother and babe yoga in the future, please contact Erin on 0421 118 148 or womb2move@gmail.com to secure your place.

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/yoga-postnatal-mums-and-bubs/

Womb 2 Move - Pregnancy Yoga with a Midwife

• Sleep better, move freely, connect with your baby and prepare for birth and mothering
• Gain tools to relieve anxiety and enjoy pregnancy
• Learn about your beautiful birthing hormones and pelvis
• Tap into your body's ability to birth your baby with breath, movement and relaxation
• Catering for all levels of yoga experience during pregnancy from 12-42 weeks

Tuesdays and Fridays at The Birth House

Tuesdays - Classes at 5.30pm and 7pm - Pregnancy Yoga
Friday - Classes at 8.45am and 10am - Yoga for the Third Trimester

Bookings:
Bookings are required. Please book and pay online (payment with cash is also accepted):
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=321097

$20 single class or $90 for 5 classes
(5 class pass expires 2 months after date of first visit)

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/pregnancy-yoga/

Womb 2 Move - Pregnancy Yoga with a Midwife

• Sleep better, move freely, connect with your baby and prepare for birth and mothering
• Gain tools to relieve anxiety and enjoy pregnancy
• Learn about your beautiful birthing hormones and pelvis
• Tap into your body's ability to birth your baby with breath, movement and relaxation
• Catering for all levels of yoga experience during pregnancy from 12-42 weeks

Tuesdays and Fridays at The Birth House

Tuesdays - Classes at 5.30pm and 7pm - Pregnancy Yoga
Friday - Classes at 8.45am and 10am - Yoga for the Third Trimester

Bookings:
Bookings are required. Please book and pay online (payment with cash is also accepted):
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=321097

$20 single class or $90 for 5 classes
(5 class pass expires 2 months after date of first visit)

Classes are run by Erin Mieszkowski, Registered Midwife, Childbirth Educator and certified Birthlight yoga teacher. To contact Erin, please phone 0421 118 148.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/pregnancy-yoga/

Kath Maxwell is a Registered Midwife who has been teaching Calmbirth in Geelong since 2006.

Calmbirth workshops are offered at The Birth House throughout 2018 on Monday evenings 6.30-9pm x 5 sessions, or over a weekend workshop which runs once most months throughout the year.

For further information about dates, costs and booking in please go to www.innerbirth.com.au or contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/Calmbirth

Suzanne Higgins – Credentialed Mental Health Nurse – 0491 005 804

Suzanne offers mental health counselling for women and men who are experiencing challenges during their pregnancy or in the early months and years after the birth.

Suzanne has a passion for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and her areas of expertise include:

• anxiety and depression,
• grief counselling – including pregnancy loss,
• adjustment disorder,
• parent-infant relationship issues,
• post-traumatic stress (related to events around the pregnancy or birth),
• role overload and
• poor family of origin experiences.

Suzanne strongly feels that it is such an important life stage and that it is a privilege to support families during this time.

Suzanne provides counselling at The Birth House, and at another venue in Highton.

Suzanne works within an Alliance with Pritchard Health which enables some Medicare rebates for clients who come with a GP referral under the Psychological Therapy Scheme. In order to access this scheme, people need to meet certain criteria which GPs will explore before making the referral. The GP needs to nominate either Suzanne Higgins or Pritchard Health as the preferred provider on the referral form. This will mean there is no gap payment for up to 10 sessions per year as it is fully funded by Medicare.

People may also choose to self-fund and Suzanne is happy to discuss this option with potential clients.

Suzanne can be contacted on 0491 005 804. When you make contact she will explain the options for accessing her services and assist with referral processes where necessary. She is also happy to discuss whether she is the ‘right’ counsellor for you and if not, to give you the name of others who may best suit your needs.
In a crisis you would be best served by seeing your local GP or contacting the 24 hour Access line on 1300 094 187.

The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering exceptional chiropractic care for babies and pregnant mothers. The practice in Geelong is a Chiropractic leader in the care of pregnant women, babies & children. They understand that the foundation of your child’s neurological blueprint is established in the first years of life. The brain regulates the entire body by communicating through the spine and nervous system.

Care of a mother through her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and optimal internal environment for a baby’s growth and development. Stressors placed on a baby by poor in-utero positioning, the birth process, the impact of medications or a stressful, emotional environment can be adverse to a developing child’s body. Chiropractic care can improve function to a child’s spine and nervous system giving them every opportunity to grow and thrive to their potential.

Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on Thursdays in 2018.

Both Chiropractors are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies & children and love providing exceptional chiropractic care for families of Geelong.

Appointments are also available at Pioneer Family Chiropractic in Grovedale 6 days a week.

For appointments with a chiropractor at The Birth House, please call Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500.

http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/