Motherhood Matters

Motherhood Matters Felicity Hughes is an integrative IBCLC, Reg. Midwife & Mother providing advanced lactation support
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Our Lactation Education Program aligns perfectly with the IBCLC Course Content Blueprint. Small group sessions, workshop...
16/11/2025

Our Lactation Education Program aligns perfectly with the IBCLC Course Content Blueprint. Small group sessions, workshops, and online components make learning flexible. Join us in promoting, protecting, and supporting breastfeeding!

Is there a point where it's no longer worth it? There is no minimum amount of breastmilk that is beneficial to you and y...
14/11/2025

Is there a point where it's no longer worth it? There is no minimum amount of breastmilk that is beneficial to you and your baby so reach out for support as there are many ways to feed and nurture your baby.

Tongue tie release. Some babies improve and some babies don't. Some babies never look back after a release and for other...
12/11/2025

Tongue tie release. Some babies improve and some babies don't. Some babies never look back after a release and for others, it seems to makes no difference at all. Put in the comments why you think that might be.

Motherhood Matters is expanding to Perth! We are excited to announce that Leonie Clements is joining the team.Leonie is ...
12/11/2025

Motherhood Matters is expanding to Perth!

We are excited to announce that Leonie Clements is joining the team.

Leonie is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Registered Mothercraft Nurse.

Leonie is a compassionate and experienced parenting expert who truly understands the challenges families face.

With three children of her own and a career spanning roles in a Mother & Baby Mental Health Unit, the Education Department, Child Protection, and Disability Forums, she brings a well-rounded perspective to parenting.

Leonie’s kind, patient, and consistent approach helps families navigate the early years; from pregnancy through to the age of four. She specialises in supporting parents through breastfeeding, bottle feeding, sleep and settling concerns, and child behaviours, offering practical, evidence-based tools along the way.

With additional expertise in Oral Dysfunction of infants, Leonie can identify issues like Tongue Tie and Lip Tie, guiding families through the right course of action.

Above all, Leonie offers a calm, resilient approach to family support, with a wealth of knowledge in child development and a deep commitment to the well-being of every family.

You will be able to book with Leonie, both in person or online VERY soon.

Did you know that dysfunctional feeding can be associated with colic-type behaviours? Come along to our free drop in cli...
09/11/2025

Did you know that dysfunctional feeding can be associated with colic-type behaviours? Come along to our free drop in clinic if you'd like some more information or you think this might be relevant for you and your baby.

Knowledge is power! Motherhood Matters advocates for evidenced-based education and support. Check out our recommended he...
07/11/2025

Knowledge is power! Motherhood Matters advocates for evidenced-based education and support. Check out our recommended health science courses to kickstart your IBCLC journey. Let's empower families together!

For existing clients - group sessions to support your baby’s function can be made available inside our online community ...
05/11/2025

For existing clients - group sessions to support your baby’s function can be made available inside our online community (hosted in Circle). Whether you want to focus on improving painful latch, addressing feeding aversions / breast refusal or gaining support through your journey with ankyloglossia, we'd love to help. Let us know if you'd like a group session!

Comfort for breastfeeding mums. Discover the relief of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for mastitis and ni**le pain.
02/11/2025

Comfort for breastfeeding mums. Discover the relief of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for mastitis and ni**le pain.

A common misconception about having a tongue tie release done, is that the procedure is often seen as the solution, rath...
31/10/2025

A common misconception about having a tongue tie release done, is that the procedure is often seen as the solution, rather than part of the process.

At Motherhood Matters we want to support you to build your confidence in following your instincts, to care and nurture y...
29/10/2025

At Motherhood Matters we want to support you to build your confidence in following your instincts, to care and nurture your baby in the way that feels right for you. We welcome parents with questions or those who wish to meet some other parents in a gentle, supportive and non-judgemental space. There is no such thing as a silly question!

Our free drop in clinic functions as a well baby clinic, where you have the opportunity to weigh and measure your baby, speak to midwives, child and family health clinicians and IBCLCs.

If an issue is identified, you will be referred to the appropriate specialty for follow up care. Please check the website for the details on the next drop in clinic.

Fl**ge sizes can contribute to optimal milk removal and stimulation of the breast tissue, thereby helping you produce an...
26/10/2025

Fl**ge sizes can contribute to optimal milk removal and stimulation of the breast tissue, thereby helping you produce and remove more milk efficiently. Having the correct size is comfortable too!

At Motherhood Matters we have the knowledge and clinical skill to correctly size and fit fl**ges to make pumping work best.

Our fl**ge fitting session covers instruction, measure and fit of your pumps.

Available at our Middle Cove Clinic or as part of your Initial home or clinic consult.

Gentle ni**le care and relief for breastfeeding mums is possible. Our Low-Level Laser Therapy offers soothing comfort fo...
24/10/2025

Gentle ni**le care and relief for breastfeeding mums is possible. Our Low-Level Laser Therapy offers soothing comfort for sore, tender ni**le and breast tissue. It's gentle and non-invasive.

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161a Eastern Valley Way
Middle Cove, NSW
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Lactation Support in your Home

Felicity Hughes is a Lactation Consultant IBCLC in Private Practice in Willoughby, NSW.

Felicity has always enjoyed working with people and started her career as a Primary Teacher working in both Australia and the UK.

Following the birth of her 1st child, Felicity yearned to work more closely with women and their families. Seeing first hand the difference good support made to the emotional wellbeing of, not only the woman but the family as a whole.

Felicity began her journey to becoming a Registered Midwife following the birth of her 2nd child, completing her journey following the birth of her 4th. The challenges she experienced with each child further inspired her to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC.