Calendar

	January 2020
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		1	2	3 Lactation consultant Lactation consultant January 3, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Susanne Burtt - Lactation Consultant - 0417 125 454 You might want to see a Lactation Consultant BEFORE your baby is born if: You had a difficult time breastfeeding a baby in the past. You expect more than one baby or a baby who may be sick or premature. You have had breast surgery and wonder if it will affect your breastfeeding. You worry that something about your health or breasts/nipples might make it hard to breastfeed. AFTER your baby is born if: You and/or your baby are having a hard time with breastfeeding. Your breasts or nipples hurt. Your baby is not gaining weight very well. You are worried about how your baby acts during or after feeding. You are worried that you might have too much or too little milk. How can an LC help you? Suggest choices to help you find comfort when breastfeeding. Work with you and your babies individual needs together. Suggest supplies, tools or references you can use to help. Provide on going face to face contact or phone and email support. Susanne Burtt – 0417 125 454 – gbfsupport@bigpond.com – www.gbfsupport.com.au •	4	5
6 Myotherapy & Remedial Massage Myotherapy & Remedial Massage January 6, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 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 and improvement movement. “It is our goal to get you out of pain into movement and then on to strength” Myotherapy is available at The Birth House with Alice Wilson and Alysse Iapozzuto. Alice has been working as a Myotherapist since she graduated from RMIT University in 2006. She now has a team of caring, profession and experienced Myotherapist’s that share her holistic approach to musculoskeletal treatment. Both Alice and Alysse look forward to offering their skills to The Birth House community to support women through their pregnancy as naturally and pain free as possible. We also have a strong focus of post-natal care and ensuring a return to sport, or exercise is smooth and fun. Myotherapy is available at The Birth House on: Monday: 9.00am – 5.30pm with Alysse Iapozzuto Wednesday: 8am – 1.00pm with Alice Wilson Appointments are also available at Alice Nature in Belmont 6 days a week. Bookings: Please call or text Alice on 0413 809 779 Online booking via: https://www.healthkit.com/profile/the-birth-house/location/382741 http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/myotherapy-massage/ •	7	8	9 Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor January 9, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 am The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell January 9, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ • •	10 Lactation consultant Lactation consultant January 10, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Susanne Burtt - Lactation Consultant - 0417 125 454 You might want to see a Lactation Consultant BEFORE your baby is born if: You had a difficult time breastfeeding a baby in the past. You expect more than one baby or a baby who may be sick or premature. You have had breast surgery and wonder if it will affect your breastfeeding. You worry that something about your health or breasts/nipples might make it hard to breastfeed. AFTER your baby is born if: You and/or your baby are having a hard time with breastfeeding. Your breasts or nipples hurt. Your baby is not gaining weight very well. You are worried about how your baby acts during or after feeding. You are worried that you might have too much or too little milk. How can an LC help you? Suggest choices to help you find comfort when breastfeeding. Work with you and your babies individual needs together. Suggest supplies, tools or references you can use to help. Provide on going face to face contact or phone and email support. Susanne Burtt – 0417 125 454 – gbfsupport@bigpond.com – www.gbfsupport.com.au •	11 Iridology and tea blending workshop Iridology and tea blending workshop January 11, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm A workshop facilitated by Alice Wilson, Naturopath •	12
13 Myotherapy & Remedial Massage Myotherapy & Remedial Massage January 13, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 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 and improvement movement. “It is our goal to get you out of pain into movement and then on to strength” Myotherapy is available at The Birth House with Alice Wilson and Alysse Iapozzuto. Alice has been working as a Myotherapist since she graduated from RMIT University in 2006. She now has a team of caring, profession and experienced Myotherapist’s that share her holistic approach to musculoskeletal treatment. Both Alice and Alysse look forward to offering their skills to The Birth House community to support women through their pregnancy as naturally and pain free as possible. We also have a strong focus of post-natal care and ensuring a return to sport, or exercise is smooth and fun. Myotherapy is available at The Birth House on: Monday: 9.00am – 5.30pm with Alysse Iapozzuto Wednesday: 8am – 1.00pm with Alice Wilson Appointments are also available at Alice Nature in Belmont 6 days a week. Bookings: Please call or text Alice on 0413 809 779 Online booking via: https://www.healthkit.com/profile/the-birth-house/location/382741 http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/myotherapy-massage/ •	14	15 Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan January 15, 2020 @ 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm Jo Nunan is a credentialed Mental Health Nurse, a Midwife and a Maternal Child Health Nurse with over 40 years experience of working in the health system. Jo has a long history of working with women and their families during pregnancy and early family – she has extensive experience in inpatient and community based mental health care, she has worked in busy Maternity Wards and has solid experience in home based Maternal Child Health Nursing. Jo is passionate about supporting women and their families and understand the issues related to this amazing but complex period in peoples lives. She specialises in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health as well as working with parents to develop their skills and abilities. She can provide counselling, support and practical hands on assistance. Jo’s unique combination of skills and experience means she brings extensive knowledge of the perinatal period and its challenges. For bookings or further information, please contact Jo: Email: Jonunan2@gmail.com Mobile: 0491 092 844 •	16 Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor January 16, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 am The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell January 16, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ • •	17 Lactation consultant Lactation consultant January 17, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Susanne Burtt - Lactation Consultant - 0417 125 454 You might want to see a Lactation Consultant BEFORE your baby is born if: You had a difficult time breastfeeding a baby in the past. You expect more than one baby or a baby who may be sick or premature. You have had breast surgery and wonder if it will affect your breastfeeding. You worry that something about your health or breasts/nipples might make it hard to breastfeed. AFTER your baby is born if: You and/or your baby are having a hard time with breastfeeding. Your breasts or nipples hurt. Your baby is not gaining weight very well. You are worried about how your baby acts during or after feeding. You are worried that you might have too much or too little milk. How can an LC help you? Suggest choices to help you find comfort when breastfeeding. Work with you and your babies individual needs together. Suggest supplies, tools or references you can use to help. Provide on going face to face contact or phone and email support. Susanne Burtt – 0417 125 454 – gbfsupport@bigpond.com – www.gbfsupport.com.au •	18	19 Infant & child CPR & first aid Infant & child CPR & first aid January 19, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm “Mummy’s Aid – Baby & Child Resuscitation” regularly offer Baby and Child CPR and first aid classes at The Birth House Baby and Child CPR, Choking and Common Childhood Illness 2 hours $60 per person The course includes: Overview of anatomy differences between babies, children and adults Overview of common childhood illnesses Demonstration of baby and child CPR Hands on time to practice CPR on the life size manikins Choking demonstration Hands on practice of choking on the manikins Hand out to take home All courses are for a minimum of four people, smaller groups can be catered for but at a slightly higher rate. Please contact Julia for more details. Bookings essential: email julia@mummys-aid.com.au or phone 0427 011 690. •
20 Calmbirth Calmbirth January 20, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Empowering couples to discover the joy of birth Monday Evening Series: Series of 5 consecutive Monday evenings Imagine a calm & joyful beginning to your baby’s life. The Calmbirth® philosophy is based on the belief that for most women, pregnancy, labor and birth is a normal and healthy life event. When a birthing couple embraces this they approach the birth of their baby with anticipation and joy. Calmbirth® childbirth education teaches participants to identify the inner abilities (resources) we naturally possess to birth our babies calmly and more comfortably. Resources include: ‘The Relaxation Response”, a calmness of mind and body that we can all access with practice. Calmbirth® workshops at The Birth House are facilitated by Kath Maxwell, a registered Calmbirth® practitioner who has been teaching Calmbirth® in Geelong since 2006. Kath is also a Registered Midwife with 18 years of midwifery experience. For more information or to make a booking: Contact Kath Maxwell on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au for more information or to book a session. Private Health Fund rebates are available through the funds listed on Kath’s Innerbirth website: www.innerbirth.com.au/cost_bookings.html www.innerbirth.com.au •	21	22 Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan January 22, 2020 @ 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm Jo Nunan is a credentialed Mental Health Nurse, a Midwife and a Maternal Child Health Nurse with over 40 years experience of working in the health system. Jo has a long history of working with women and their families during pregnancy and early family – she has extensive experience in inpatient and community based mental health care, she has worked in busy Maternity Wards and has solid experience in home based Maternal Child Health Nursing. Jo is passionate about supporting women and their families and understand the issues related to this amazing but complex period in peoples lives. She specialises in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health as well as working with parents to develop their skills and abilities. She can provide counselling, support and practical hands on assistance. Jo’s unique combination of skills and experience means she brings extensive knowledge of the perinatal period and its challenges. For bookings or further information, please contact Jo: Email: Jonunan2@gmail.com Mobile: 0491 092 844 •	23 Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor January 23, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 am The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell January 23, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ • •	24 AwareMama & Circle of Security AwareMama & Circle of Security January 24, 2020 @ 10:15 am - 12:30 pm If you have a baby aged up to 6 months and would like to meet other new mums, while chatting about issues relating to this transformative time, please book in to secure your place in this 8 WEEK COURSE Facilitated by Midwife Kath Maxwell Having a baby can be overwhelming; it brings a mixture of joy and stress as you learn to navigate your changing roles. This course gives you a safe space and time to explore your experiences with others who understand, while building self confidence and learning skills for coping; strengthening important relationships and remaining calm. Cuddle/feed your baby during the sessions. Each week our small group of mothers will explore a different theme, share morning tea and end with a guided relaxation. Cost: $180 prepaid includes morning tea and notes Bookings and payments: Contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au Lactation consultant Lactation consultant January 24, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Susanne Burtt - Lactation Consultant - 0417 125 454 You might want to see a Lactation Consultant BEFORE your baby is born if: You had a difficult time breastfeeding a baby in the past. You expect more than one baby or a baby who may be sick or premature. You have had breast surgery and wonder if it will affect your breastfeeding. You worry that something about your health or breasts/nipples might make it hard to breastfeed. AFTER your baby is born if: You and/or your baby are having a hard time with breastfeeding. Your breasts or nipples hurt. Your baby is not gaining weight very well. You are worried about how your baby acts during or after feeding. You are worried that you might have too much or too little milk. How can an LC help you? Suggest choices to help you find comfort when breastfeeding. Work with you and your babies individual needs together. Suggest supplies, tools or references you can use to help. Provide on going face to face contact or phone and email support. Susanne Burtt – 0417 125 454 – gbfsupport@bigpond.com – www.gbfsupport.com.au • •	25 Calmbirth Calmbirth January 25, 2020 @ 9:00 am - January 26, 2020 @ 5:00 pm Kath Maxwell is a Registered Midwife who has been teaching Calmbirth in Geelong since 2006. Calmbirth workshops are offered at The Birth House throughout 2020 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 Birth is an experience to be cherished, not feared. My aim for teaching calmbirth is to reduce the anxiety that many women feel as they approach this amazing experience. Couples learn about how their body is designed to birth, the important relationship between beliefs and the impact these have on assisting or hindering the birth process. Releasing fears through relaxation sessions held in the classes as well as private work with CDs at home. Learning practical skills such as breathing, relaxation techniques, positions for birth, partners learn how to offer support. All within the supportive environment of small group workshops. Calmbirth classes are suitable for : first time parents; mums/dads who have had a previous birth experience that left them feeling unsure or anxious about giving birth again; previous c/sections aiming for a natural birth. Cost - (Private Health Fund rebates available from many providers) Group Sessions $450 per single or couple Concession or payment plan available for any person who has genuine financial constraints Private Sessions $550 per single / couple •	26
27 Calmbirth Calmbirth January 27, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Empowering couples to discover the joy of birth Monday Evening Series: Series of 5 consecutive Monday evenings Imagine a calm & joyful beginning to your baby’s life. The Calmbirth® philosophy is based on the belief that for most women, pregnancy, labor and birth is a normal and healthy life event. When a birthing couple embraces this they approach the birth of their baby with anticipation and joy. Calmbirth® childbirth education teaches participants to identify the inner abilities (resources) we naturally possess to birth our babies calmly and more comfortably. Resources include: ‘The Relaxation Response”, a calmness of mind and body that we can all access with practice. Calmbirth® workshops at The Birth House are facilitated by Kath Maxwell, a registered Calmbirth® practitioner who has been teaching Calmbirth® in Geelong since 2006. Kath is also a Registered Midwife with 18 years of midwifery experience. For more information or to make a booking: Contact Kath Maxwell on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au for more information or to book a session. Private Health Fund rebates are available through the funds listed on Kath’s Innerbirth website: www.innerbirth.com.au/cost_bookings.html www.innerbirth.com.au •	28	29 Naturopathy & Myotherapy Naturopathy & Myotherapy January 29, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm By combining knowledge of Naturopathy and Myotherapy Alice looks at health conditions with a holistic approach aiming to treat the cause of the problem. Alice uses current evidence based nutritional and herbal medicines to ensure your treatment is as safe and effective as possible. She also enjoys mixing the newest science with practical traditional remedies when required. Just as it takes a village to raise a baby, Alice believes it takes a team to support the mum, parents and family. Therefore, she has an integrated approach to getting the best outcomes for her patients. This means working in with all types of medical and healthcare professionals to make sure you are well cared for, healthy and feeling good. Bookings: Please call or text Alice on 0413 809 779 Online booking via: https://www.healthkit.com/profile/the-birth-house/location/382741 Appointments with Alice are also available at Alice Nature in Belmont 4 days a week. For further information please visit: http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/naturopathy/ Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan Mental Health Counselling - Jo Nunan January 29, 2020 @ 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm Jo Nunan is a credentialed Mental Health Nurse, a Midwife and a Maternal Child Health Nurse with over 40 years experience of working in the health system. Jo has a long history of working with women and their families during pregnancy and early family – she has extensive experience in inpatient and community based mental health care, she has worked in busy Maternity Wards and has solid experience in home based Maternal Child Health Nursing. Jo is passionate about supporting women and their families and understand the issues related to this amazing but complex period in peoples lives. She specialises in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health as well as working with parents to develop their skills and abilities. She can provide counselling, support and practical hands on assistance. Jo’s unique combination of skills and experience means she brings extensive knowledge of the perinatal period and its challenges. For bookings or further information, please contact Jo: Email: Jonunan2@gmail.com Mobile: 0491 092 844 • •	30 Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor Chiropractor- Dr Katelyn McGregor January 30, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 am The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ Mental health counselling - Suzanne Higgins Mental health counselling - Suzanne Higgins January 30, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 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. Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell Chiropractor- Dr Nicole Britnell January 30, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm The team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic are committed to delivering professional and exceptional chiropractic care for families as they navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. Pioneer Family Chiropractic are leaders in the gentle care of pregnant women, babies and children. The team uniquely has over 70 years of collective clinical experience and have been proudly serving families in the Geelong community since 2002. Care of a mother in her pregnancy is the first opportunity to promote a balanced and healthy environment for a growing baby and our team are highly recognised for their skills and adaptive techniques for appropriate hands on care of mothers and babies from conception right through to the post natal period. As mothers themselves, both Nicole & Katelyn understand the role of kind and collaborative models of care of women and see it as a great privilege to work alongside the amazing team at The Birth House. Pioneer Family Chiropractic is available at The Birth House on: Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00am with Dr Katelyn McGregor (Chiropractor) Thursday: 11:30am – 3:00pm with Dr Nicole Britnell (Chiropractor) 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 our reception team at Pioneer Family Chiropractic on 5241 1500. http://thebirthhouse.com.au/services/chiropractor/ • • •	31 AwareMama & Circle of Security AwareMama & Circle of Security January 31, 2020 @ 10:15 am - 12:30 pm If you have a baby aged up to 6 months and would like to meet other new mums, while chatting about issues relating to this transformative time, please book in to secure your place in this 8 WEEK COURSE Facilitated by Midwife Kath Maxwell Having a baby can be overwhelming; it brings a mixture of joy and stress as you learn to navigate your changing roles. This course gives you a safe space and time to explore your experiences with others who understand, while building self confidence and learning skills for coping; strengthening important relationships and remaining calm. Cuddle/feed your baby during the sessions. Each week our small group of mothers will explore a different theme, share morning tea and end with a guided relaxation. Cost: $180 prepaid includes morning tea and notes Bookings and payments: Contact Kath on 0402 203 267 or kath@innerbirth.com.au Lactation consultant Lactation consultant January 31, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Susanne Burtt - Lactation Consultant - 0417 125 454 You might want to see a Lactation Consultant BEFORE your baby is born if: You had a difficult time breastfeeding a baby in the past. You expect more than one baby or a baby who may be sick or premature. You have had breast surgery and wonder if it will affect your breastfeeding. You worry that something about your health or breasts/nipples might make it hard to breastfeed. AFTER your baby is born if: You and/or your baby are having a hard time with breastfeeding. Your breasts or nipples hurt. Your baby is not gaining weight very well. You are worried about how your baby acts during or after feeding. You are worried that you might have too much or too little milk. How can an LC help you? Suggest choices to help you find comfort when breastfeeding. Work with you and your babies individual needs together. Suggest supplies, tools or references you can use to help. Provide on going face to face contact or phone and email support. Susanne Burtt – 0417 125 454 – gbfsupport@bigpond.com – www.gbfsupport.com.au • •

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January 2020