Olivia Paine

Hi, I’m Liv, and I am a midwife in the wonderful team at MAMA

What inspired you initially to work as your role?

When considering my next steps after finishing up my previous career in professional ballet, I was inspired by birth stories from friends, which gave me a whole new appreciation for the strength and resilience of women and birthing people. Taking a leap of faith, I began a midwifery degree with limited prior knowledge, quickly discovered a deep passion for the profession, and have never looked back.

What is one thing you are passionate about in your role?

I'm really passionate about individualised, relationship-based care. Taking the time to build genuine connections with women, birthing people, and their families - learning who they are and what matters most to them - allows me to support people to feel informed and empowered to make choices that feel right for them. The perinatal period is such a unique time in people’s lives, and being able to walk that journey with them and meet their baby alongside them is such an incredible privilege.

What makes MAMA special to you?

MAMA is really special to me because I’m able to practice midwifery in a way that truly aligns with my values, in the most supportive and collaborative team of like-minded midwives. I also love MAMA’s sustainable model of private practice, which supports a healthy work-life balance and enables me to bring my best self to my midwifery practice.

When you're not working - where would we find you, what would you be doing and who with?

In my spare time, I love soaking up summer days at the beach, tackling DIY home renovations with my partner (with varying degrees of success), sharing great food with friends, and indulging in my ever-growing list of hobbies, which currently includes sewing, knitting, and horse riding.