PREGNANCY SUPPORT
PRENATAL CONSULTATION
So, you're pregnant.
What next??? Time is ticking away...
You don't know what you need to do, or how you're going to get this baby out of your body?
You're unsure what the hospital system holds in store for you or how to prepare yourself?
Your partner wants to support you but doesn't know how?
Missed out on attending childbirth classes?
You know you need guidance any support but don't want, or are unable to commit to getting a doula?
A birth consultation (or two) is the ideal solution!
I will come to you and chat with you about anything you need. I will tailor my knowledge and experience to your journey, your wishes and your circumstances. I will support the choices you make and empower you to live them. I will also access articles and information that you need.
If you then choose to engage me as your birth doula, I will deduct any payments already made from the package price.
"My first birth was traumatic at the end My husband was initially very unsupportive of me going drug free again due to what we went through last time - but after talking through things with Jo we are now a strong, united birthing team!!Thanks Jo xx"
~Laura
~Laura
POSTPARTUM PREPARATION CONSULTATION
Feeling confident with birthing you're baby is all well and good, its downright fantastic! But what happens when you get home, you're partner is back to work, you may have an older child to tend to too, and you just don't know how its going to work.
Being a new mum is a challenging time. I know, I've done it three times. Whether you've had a vaginal or caesarean birth, your body has run a marathon over the last few months, your hormones are going crazy, and your not getting much sleep. Yet life still goes on. The house still needs to function, you are hungry, your baby is hungry and you're needing some space to figure out what this new role even means.
Unless you have a fairy godmother waiting to take care of you, planning for your post partum period is vital. With planning you can not only survive but THRIVE at this time. With 21 years of experience, I am here to help you create a nourishing and calm time for yourself and your family. Get in touch now.
Being a new mum is a challenging time. I know, I've done it three times. Whether you've had a vaginal or caesarean birth, your body has run a marathon over the last few months, your hormones are going crazy, and your not getting much sleep. Yet life still goes on. The house still needs to function, you are hungry, your baby is hungry and you're needing some space to figure out what this new role even means.
Unless you have a fairy godmother waiting to take care of you, planning for your post partum period is vital. With planning you can not only survive but THRIVE at this time. With 21 years of experience, I am here to help you create a nourishing and calm time for yourself and your family. Get in touch now.
BREASTFEEDING PREPARATION
Breastfeeding may be a natural process but it very rarely comes naturally! It is unfortunately a normal to experience difficulties in the early days and weeks of breastfeeding, when emotions and hormones are running high. Preparing before birth can really help set you up for an easier road.
A prenatal breastfeeding consultation is the perfect opportunity to learn what 'booby traps' are, how babies nurse, what to expect, and what supports you may need. You can develop a breastfeeding plan in the same way you would develop a birth plan.
If you've had previous difficulties with breastfeeding there is also the time to process any lingering feelings you have about that so that this experience isn't negatively affected by any past concerns.
"As a fellow supplementary feeding system mama, Jo has often supported me in moments of doubt either being able to brainstorm solutions with me or providing a safe place to vent in solidarity. Would recommend her services in a heartbeat!" - Jasmin
COUNSELLING
With experience in providing meaningful counselling for families since 2007 Jo is proud to be offering counselling to the Hartfelt community. Many women experience distress during their birth experiences, or have difficulty adjusting to new motherhood. Postnatal anxiety and depression are common experiences for women in the first year or two after having a baby. Jo will come to you in your home, or another comfortable venue, hear your concerns and walk you through your healing journey.
With experience in providing meaningful counselling for families since 2007 Jo is proud to be offering counselling to the Hartfelt community. Many women experience distress during their birth experiences, or have difficulty adjusting to new motherhood. Postnatal anxiety and depression are common experiences for women in the first year or two after having a baby. Jo will come to you in your home, or another comfortable venue, hear your concerns and walk you through your healing journey.
CEREMONIES
The Navajo people call this the "Blessingway". The facilitated birth blessing brings together a pregnant woman's circle of feminine energy to celebrate her as the goddess that she is. These ceremonies are the most beautiful and joyous of sacred spaces, 'showering' the mother-to-be with strength, affirmation and pampering.
By having a birth blessing you will
- feel more emotionally and spiritually ready for birth and motherhood
- have practical supports for when you are caring for a newborn
- feel pampered and relaxed
- connect with your baby
The Navajo people call this the "Blessingway". The facilitated birth blessing brings together a pregnant woman's circle of feminine energy to celebrate her as the goddess that she is. These ceremonies are the most beautiful and joyous of sacred spaces, 'showering' the mother-to-be with strength, affirmation and pampering.
By having a birth blessing you will
- feel more emotionally and spiritually ready for birth and motherhood
- have practical supports for when you are caring for a newborn
- feel pampered and relaxed
- connect with your baby
'My blessing was one of the best days of my entire pregnancy so far. Jo went above and beyond my expectations and made the day as special and as personal as she possibly could have, (somehow even without knowing me too well!) and every single person really enjoyed the day too! She made me feel like an absolute goddess! ~ Paris
After a traditional Baby Shower the first time round, this celebration of my pregnancy and baby made me so much more aware & proud of my abilities as a woman and mother" ~ Carla
After a traditional Baby Shower the first time round, this celebration of my pregnancy and baby made me so much more aware & proud of my abilities as a woman and mother" ~ Carla
BEAUTIFUL BIRTH PERTH EAST
Beautiful Birth is all about empowering and supporting you to have the birth you want and need. Facilitated by three doulas - Jo Lockhart and Aurelia Balestra Maverick from Hartfelt Services and Jasmine Huymans from Intrepid Birth - you will have access to knowledge and experience, while also being surrounded by other Perth mamas who are a wealth of knowledge too.
Our meets are FREE and there's space for the toddlers to play while you have a cuppa. Everyone is welcome.
Meets are the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Midvale Neighbourhood Centre
Find meet events at https://www.facebook.com/pertheasternhills/
Beautiful Birth is all about empowering and supporting you to have the birth you want and need. Facilitated by three doulas - Jo Lockhart and Aurelia Balestra Maverick from Hartfelt Services and Jasmine Huymans from Intrepid Birth - you will have access to knowledge and experience, while also being surrounded by other Perth mamas who are a wealth of knowledge too.
Our meets are FREE and there's space for the toddlers to play while you have a cuppa. Everyone is welcome.
Meets are the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Midvale Neighbourhood Centre
Find meet events at https://www.facebook.com/pertheasternhills/
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