MIND BODY BABY

MIND BODY BABY A holistic approach to pregnancy, birth and postnatal recovery.

Are your neck, shoulders, or back feeling the effects of feeding, carrying, and cuddling your baby?You’re not alone.Hour...
28/07/2026

Are your neck, shoulders, or back feeling the effects of feeding, carrying, and cuddling your baby?

You’re not alone.

Hours spent breastfeeding or bottle feeding, lifting your baby, and holding them close can leave your muscles feeling tight, fatigued, and overworked. It’s easy to put your own comfort aside while caring for someone else.

Postnatal massage offers an opportunity to pause and reconnect with your body. Gentle, therapeutic touch can help release muscle tension, encourage relaxation, improve circulation, and support a calmer, more regulated nervous system.

Looking after yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s an important part of your recovery. When your body feels supported, it’s easier to care for the little one who depends on you.

You deserve care, too. 🤍

Online exercise programs can be a wonderful way for many women to stay active, build strength, and feel connected to the...
27/07/2026

Online exercise programs can be a wonderful way for many women to stay active, build strength, and feel connected to their bodies.

But sometimes your body needs something more personalised.

Pregnancy and postpartum recovery are incredibly individual — your history, your birth experience, your symptoms, your goals, and the way your body moves are unique to you.

Working with a corrective exercise specialist allows your program to be guided by your body — through individual assessment, movement feedback, exercise modifications, and progression that adapts as you change.

It’s not just about choosing the right exercises…
It’s about understanding how your body is responding and making sure you feel confident performing them.

Whether you’re preparing for birth, returning to exercise postpartum, or wanting to rebuild strength and confidence in your body — I’d love to help you move forward with greater awareness and trust. 🩷

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01/07/2026

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✨ EOFY Wellness Offer ✨As the financial year comes to a close, it's a natural time to pause, reflect, and reset.If you'v...
11/06/2026

✨ EOFY Wellness Offer ✨

As the financial year comes to a close, it's a natural time to pause, reflect, and reset.

If you've spent the past months caring for everyone else, consider taking some time to care for yourself. Massage and bodywork can help release tension, improve mobility, and leave you feeling restored for the months ahead.

For the remainder of June, new clients can enjoy $40 off their first 60 or 90-minute Remedial Massage or Bodywork session.

Whether you're seeking relief from muscle tension, pregnancy discomfort, postnatal aches, scar restrictions, or simply need some time to recharge, now is the perfect opportunity to prioritise your wellbeing.

Offer ends 30 June.
Available to new clients only.
Bookings essential - Use code: EOFY40 in booking notes.

When your baby is uncomfortable, it can be hard to know how best to help.Sometimes, the simplest techniques can make all...
11/06/2026

When your baby is uncomfortable, it can be hard to know how best to help.

Sometimes, the simplest techniques can make all the difference. Gentle touch, movement, and connection can provide comfort while supporting your baby's developing body.

👉 Swipe through for a few simple techniques you can try at home.

Save this post for those moments when your little one needs a little extra support.

When your baby is crying and nothing seems to help, it can be hard to know what they need.Sometimes, trapped wind can co...
09/06/2026

When your baby is crying and nothing seems to help, it can be hard to know what they need.

Sometimes, trapped wind can contribute to discomfort, fussiness, and unsettled behaviour. While crying has many possible causes, gentle tummy massage and movement techniques may help support digestion, encourage the passage of gas, and provide comfort for some babies.

Infant massage is more than just a soothing activity — it's a beautiful way to connect with your baby while learning simple techniques that can support their comfort and wellbeing.

In my next post, I'll be sharing a few gentle infant massage techniques you can try at home to help ease wind discomfort and promote relaxation. 💙





💭 Your thoughts and emotions can have a powerful influence on the way your body responds during labour and birth. When y...
14/05/2026

💭 Your thoughts and emotions can have a powerful influence on the way your body responds during labour and birth. When you feel safe, supported, and informed, your nervous system is more likely to shift into a state that promotes relaxation, effective contractions, and steady progress.

😟 On the other hand, fear, stress, and uncertainty can increase muscle tension and stimulate the release of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. In some situations, this may interfere with oxytocin, the hormone that helps drive uterine contractions and supports bonding after birth.

🌿 Here are a few ways to nurture a calmer, more confident mindset before birth:

💜 Learn about the birth process – understanding what to expect can reduce fear and increase confidence.

💜 Practice breathing and relaxation techniques – these can help regulate your nervous system and support your body during labour.

💜 Process previous birth experiences – reflecting on past births may help you approach this one with greater clarity and confidence.

💜 Build a supportive birth team – feeling heard and cared for can enhance your sense of safety.

💜 Use positive visualisation and affirmations – these can help reinforce trust in your body and your ability to give birth.

Mind and body are deeply connected. Supporting your emotional wellbeing is an important part of preparing for a positive birth experience.

If you’d like guidance with childbirth education, birth debriefing, movement, and body-based preparation, I’d be honoured to support you. 🥰

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14/05/2026

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A Caesarean is often described as “healed” once the incision has closed — but for many mothers, recovery feels like it c...
28/04/2026

A Caesarean is often described as “healed” once the incision has closed — but for many mothers, recovery feels like it continues long after that. 💛

✨ Healing is the body’s natural process of repairing tissue.

✨ But recovery is something deeper — it’s how you start to feel at home in your body again after birth.

✨ This can include rebuilding comfort with movement, reconnecting with your core and breath, easing tension around the scar, and processing the physical and emotional experience of birth.

✨ Every woman’s recovery looks different, and there is no “right timeline” to feel like yourself again.

✨ Evidence supports the use of gentle rehabilitation, movement, scar support, and ongoing care to help mothers recover well after both vaginal and caesarean birth.

You don’t need to rush it, and you don’t need to do it alone. 💛

Recovery is not just about healing — it’s about reconnecting with your body, gently and at your own pace. 🌼

✨ Today’s Affirmation ✨
28/04/2026

✨ Today’s Affirmation ✨

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