Seb Basserabie

What's your name and role at MAMA?

Seb (she/her) - Childbirth Educator at MAMA and Registered Midwife/Nurse working within public maternity care.

What inspired you to work at MAMA?

As a typical extrovert, having a robust conversation is something I love to do. So naturally, teaching about midwifery and all it comes with fills my cup! My initial pull to midwifery came whilst living abroad in Israel - my second home. I witnessed countless missed opportunities for supporting and nourishing women's health within my own community and wished to be the change. This has led me to seek work in more culturally diverse spaces; both in my own and within other communities, with a hope to foster strength within women and the belief in themselves.

What are you passionate about at MAMA?

Many of us come with deep-seated ideas about healthcare, the power of women, what family means, where we hold community, and how we love. My passion is to dovetail all those elements with evidence-based midwifery practice, and sometimes be a little goofy in the process. After all, laughter is a language we all understand!

What are your favourite things about your role?

MAMA truly practices midwifery with heart, fusing evidence-based practice with empathy and trust. I resonate with this very much.

Where would we find you outside of MAMA?

To wind down, I love to peruse markets, op shops and anywhere with special treasures. I also love to swim, boogie, sip chai with a friend, or hang out with my awesome husband, Jesse.