Education for Parents

Our team of midwives and lactation consultants have been enjoying teaching small group classes since 2015. Our classes are evidence-based & interactive, with time to learn important information and connect with the local community. We have had the privilege of teaching over 2,000 clients so far, and are proud that our courses are well-loved!  

The main goal of our education classes is to help parents to feel more informed, supported and confident in their decision-making in this new chapter.  

Our Approach

Our childbirth education is based on physiology, informed decision-making and best available evidence. There truly is no one-size-fits-all approach and the ultimate goal is to help parents feel confident navigating their birth & to have a positive experience.

Our early parenting education blends exploration with practical skill-building. Some classes invite you to gently reflect on the transition into the fourth trimester with curiosity, while others offer hands-on guidance in areas like first aid and breastfeeding. 
 
Whatever class you prefer, we’re here to support you in feeling confident and connected in this new transition. 

Baby First Aid
VBAC
Classic Course
Fourth Trimester
Breastfeeding

Comprehensive “Classic” Course  

Our most popular course!

Comprehensive birth education covering late pregnancy, labour and birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Small, interactive classes let you connect with other parents and give you plenty of time to ask your midwife questions and feel confident heading into birth & parenthood.  

    • Supporting yourself in the final trimester (e.g. optimising balance in the body, antenatal expressing, perineal massage) 

    • The role of labour & birth hormones  

    • The phases of labour  

    • The importance of the support person & practical guidance 

    • Strategies for working with contractions (e.g. breathwork, massage) 

    • Medicated pain relief options (e.g. epidural, nitrous oxide) 

    • Potential variations & complications (e.g. inductions, instrumental and caesarean births) 

    • Postpartum recovery 

    • Helping babies adjust to the world 

    • Breastfeeding 101 

  • Covering our interactive two-day workshop with a registered midwife for you & your chosen support person plus access to digital guides & a reflective journal 

    $475 

Upcoming Dates

We recommend joining anytime between 24–34 weeks to give you time to digest the information and use it in shaping your birth preferences. There is never a wrong time to learn though! 

Kensington | Saturdays

3rd & 17th
January

10:30am – 5:30pm

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Kensington | Saturdays

24th & 31st January

10:30am – 5:30pm

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Caulfield | Sundays

8th & 15th
February

10:30am – 5:30pm

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Kensington | Saturdays

7th & 14th
February

10:30am – 5:30pm

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Kensington | Saturdays

21st & 28th
February

10:30am – 5:30pm

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VBAC Online Workshop 

A welcoming online space for parents who have chosen VBAC instead of a repeat caesarean section to explore the topic, ask questions, and gently unpack common myths and fears that they may have encountered so far. Perfect for those with toddlers, this short online workshop focuses on discussion, understanding and connection.

For hands-on tools and comprehensive birth education, we recommend pairing it with our Classic Course. For those who are hoping to have 1:1 time for support in weighing up the choice between a repeat CS or VBAC, an appointment with our midwifery team is the best avenue. 

    • Exploring VBAC  

    • VBAC statistics 

    • Evidence on risks 

    • How to optimise your chance of VBAC 

    • Positive birth experiences 

  • Covering our live Zoom two-hour workshop with a registered midwife for you & your chosen support person plus access to digital guides & a reflective journal 

    $85 

Upcoming Dates

Online | Wednesday

21st
January

6pm – 8pm

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Online | Saturday

21st
February

6pm – 8pm

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Baby First Aid Class 

A practical, hands-on course designed to help parents feel calm and confident caring for their baby.

You’ll learn how to respond to emergencies like choking or CPR, manage common injuries and illnesses, and build skills in a supportive environment with other local parents, where questions are always welcome. Pre-crawling babies are welcome to attend!

    • Infant CPR 

    • Choking management 

    • Fevers 

    • Seizures 

    • Breathing issues 

    • Burns 

    • Drowning 

    • Head injuries 

  • Covering our interactive three-hour workshop with a registered midwife for you & your chosen support person plus access to digital guides 

    $150 

Upcoming Dates

Kensington | Wednesday

21st
January

4:30pm – 7:30pm

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Hampton | Wednesday

28th
January

4:30pm – 7:30pm

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Kensington | Wednesday

18th
February

4:30pm – 7:30pm

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Kensington | Wednesday

25th
February

4:30pm – 7:30pm

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Caulfield | Wednesday

4th
February

4:30pm – 7:30pm

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Breastfeeding Workshop

Breastfeeding may be natural, but it’s also a learned skill for both you and your baby. This class, designed to be completed during the third trimester of pregnancy, gives you the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to prepare for your breastfeeding journey, supported by our experienced lactation consultants. 

    • Why breastfeeding matters 

    • Breast anatomy 

    • Role of hormones 

    • Feeding cues 

    • Positioning & attachment 

    • Hand expressing 

    • Knowing baby is getting enough 

    • Bottles & breast pumps 

    • Common challenges & troubleshooting 

    • Online & self paced workshop led by a registered lactation consultant with lifetime access to videos - $90 

    • Group workshop - Covering our two & a half hour workshop with a registered lactation consultant for you & your chosen support person - $175 

Upcoming Dates

Online

Always
Available

Self-paced

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Kensington | Sunday

22nd
February

10:00am – 12:30pm

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Fourth Trimester Workshop 

A compassionate workshop for parents preparing for the early weeks after birth. Explore the emotional, physical, and identity changes of early parenthood, normal newborn behaviours, and ways to feel supported, while sharing experiences with other parents preparing for the same journey. This isn’t a hands-on baby care or breastfeeding class, yet those practical skills are covered in our other courses if you’re looking for them. 

    • Becoming a parent 

    • Identify shifts postpartum 

    • Emotional wellbeing as new parents 

    • Building connection with your baby 

    • Understanding your own needs 

    • Creating a support network 

    • Helpful boundaries 

  • Covering our explorative three-hour workshop with a registered midwife for you & your chosen support person 

    $150 

Upcoming Dates

Kensington | Sunday

8th
February

10:00am – 1:00pm

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