The Pregnancy Collective

21/08/2026

Pelvic floor preparation should be part of every antenatal education class. 🤍

One thing I hear again and again is that women have been told to “do their pelvic floor exercises”… but no one has actually shown them how to do them correctly.

And honestly, I think that’s a problem.

Understanding your pelvic floor, knowing how to correctly activate AND RELAX IT (so important for birth!!) and learning how it works throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum is such an important part of preparing for birth.

It’s why I make this part of my childbirth education classes, and why I also have a Women’s Health Physiotherapist join us during the program to help couples understand their pelvic floor properly and answer those questions that so often get missed in routine antenatal care.

Because preparing for birth isn’t just about learning about labour and birth — it’s about understanding your body, knowing your options and feeling genuinely prepared for what’s ahead.

If you’re pregnant and would love to learn all of this (and so much more), I’d love to have you join me in my next Childbirth Education Class. 🤍

Come and learn how to feel informed, confident and prepared for your birth and the transition into parenthood.

✨ Bookings are now open for my next class.

Head to the link in my bio to find out more and secure your place.

21/08/2026

Such an honour to be part of Sophie and Lachlan’s journey 🤍

I’ve loved supporting you both through your pregnancy and helping you feel informed, prepared and confident as you head towards the birth of your beautiful baby.

Wishing you both all the very best for your upcoming birth and this incredible journey into parenthood. I can’t wait to hear how it all unfolds! 🤍

And a special thank you to Dr Drew Moffrey Dr Drew Moffrey for supporting this beautiful couple throughout their pregnancy and in the lead-up to their birth.

You’ve got this, Sophie & Lachlan!

28/07/2026

Reading messages like this never gets old.

Thank you so much, Willow, for taking the time to leave such a beautiful review. It means the world to know that even though we couldn’t meet in person, you and your partner still felt supported, informed and confident heading into your caesarean birth.

One of the things I’m most passionate about is making quality birth education accessible, whether that’s in one of my group classes, privately in your home, or online via Zoom. Every family deserves to feel prepared, heard and empowered to make informed decisions for their birth.

Thank you for trusting me to be a small part of your journey. 🤍

If you’re expecting a baby and wondering whether childbirth education is worth it, I’d love to support you too. Head to the link in my bio or send me a DM to learn more about my classes.

27/07/2026

23/07/2026

🌿 Your body is designed to move in labour.

One of the biggest misconceptions about birth is the image of lying on your back. In reality, movement and changing positions can make a huge difference.

Different positions can:
• Encourage your baby to move through the pelvis more effectively.
• Support comfort and help you work with your contractions.
• Create more space within the pelvis.
• Reduce pressure on your back.
• Help you feel more in control throughout labour.

There isn’t one “perfect” position for every woman. But there are positions that encourage a wider pelvis, optimal positioning for baby and decrease tearing for birth. The best position is the one that feels right for you in that moment, and knowing lots of options before labour gives you the confidence to adapt as your body and baby guide you.

✨ This is one of the many practical skills we cover in my childbirth education classes. We spend time learning and practising optimal positions for labour and birth, so you and your birth partner know how to work with your body, not against it.

Preparing for birth isn’t just about knowing what happens—it’s about knowing what you can do to support the process. 💛
“Save this post for later and send it to your birth partner.”

23/07/2026

We spend so much time preparing for the arrival of a baby… but how often do we prepare men for one of the biggest transitions of their lives?

Birth is a rite of passage for both parents.

When partners understand birth, they don’t just become better support people—they become calmer, more connected and more confident as they step into fatherhood.

This is why my classes are always for couples, not just the birthing woman.

Because birth is something you’ll remember for the rest of your lives, and I want you to walk into it together. 💛
Shout out to new parents Jessica Goninan and Macenzie. Thankyou for the honour of being part of your journey

21/07/2026

This beautiful gathering, lovingly organised by Kate Kate Martyn- Midwife, HypnoBirthing and Childbirth Educator and held in the gorgeous space at Matrescence Birthing Centres Southport, was such a nourishing reminder of the importance of community.

It offered a much-needed sacred space for birth professionals to pause, debrief, reconnect and refill our own cups. Surrounded by this incredible village of woman-centred practitioners; from midwives and women’s health physios to yoga teachers, doulas, counsellors and fertility specialists, I was reminded how deeply these women care.

Each of them is devoted to walking alongside women through one of life’s greatest transitions, offering compassionate, evidence-informed and truly woman-centred support to mothers and mothers-to-be. It is an honour to be part of a community so committed to holding women well. 🤍

18/07/2026

Such an honour to have been part of Jess & Macenzie's beautiful journey as they prepared to welcome their little boy into the world. 💛

Congratulations to these incredible new parents on the arrival of baby Alfred (Alfie). It was such a privilege to support you both, and I’m so grateful to have shared this special chapter with you.

A special shout-out to Dr Drew Dr Drew Moffrey for supporting this beautiful couple to achieve the birth they were hoping for. Collaborative, respectful maternity care truly makes all the difference. ✨

Welcome to the world, Alfie. 🤍

16/07/2026

One of the things I'm most proud of about my courses is that every group program includes a dedicated pelvic floor session with a Senior Women's Health Physio. 🤍

Birth preparation isn't just about labour—it's about understanding and protecting your body for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

In Class 2, we cover:
✨ Understanding your pelvic floor
✨ Ways to reduce the risk of birth trauma and dysfunction
✨ Preparing your body for birth
✨ Supporting your postpartum recovery

Because birth education should prepare you for birth and beyond.

A huge thank you to Dani from Women’s Health Physio + Reformer Pilates | Gold Coast for sharing her knowledge with every one of my families. 🤍

✨ Want to know more about my classes?

I regularly run FREE online information sessions via Zoom, where you can learn about all of my birth education options and ask any questions.

Head to the link in my bio Kate Martyn- Midwife, HypnoBirthing and Childbirth Educator to register, or if you'd prefer a one-on-one chat, simply send me a DM and we'll organise a phone call. I'd love to help you work out which option is the best fit for you.

Also shout out to Jake Spooner for your infectious positivity, beautiful feedback and just for being the awesome human that you are!!