Amy Chatburn-Stevens: IBCLC Lactation Consultant Newcastle

12/12/2025

Congratulations to Leah who is now officially an IBCLC! So proud of you Leah. I have been mentoring Leah for the last couple of years through her studies to become an IBCLC. She is awesome. And she wrote this blog about her experience. And I'm crying happy tears. Congratulations dear friend! X

It’s not often in life that you cross paths with people who just get each other. Two individuals whose professional synergy is so effortless, so

10/12/2025

Hi guys! Enjoy this beautiful song from my kids 🤣 they know what babies want for Christmas. And for the first time ever I will be taking actual leave over Christmas, which includes not answering work emails, calls, texts etc. Those that know me- wish me luck 🤣 it will be hard for me to not check on my beautiful clients. BUT i need time off with my little family. I will be unavailable from 19th December - 14th January. Merry Christmas cuties! 🥰

For IBCLCs near you look at the list below or go to
https://www.lcanz.org/find-a-lactation-consultant/

Sally Richards 0407285664
Emma Maher
Aimee McMahon 0414282588
Mel McCann 0418405140
Shonnett Eneliko 0494304397
Talisa .lactationconsultant
Cara
Lisa and Colleen
Julianne www.lactationhaven.com
Liz www.nurturebreastfeeding.com.au
Leah .lactationnutrition
Faye www.fayelactation.com
Peta

(I'm sure there's more and I've forgotten someone - if you are an IBCLC in private practice in Newi please tag me so I can add you to the list 🥰 and so sorry I forgot!)

If unwell with mastitis please call your birth hospitals birth unit/midwife/GP or go to urgent care/ED.

You can access the Child and Family Health Nurse breastfeeding clinic also.

Australian Breastfeeding Association 1800 686 268

Mental health line 1800 011 511

PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia 1300 726 306

02/10/2025

About me!

Registered Nurse for 19 years 😲 👵
Registered Midwife for 16 years
Master's Degree in Child and Family Health Nursing
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
Orofacial myofunctional therapist
Low level laser therapist
Infant massage instructor
Mum of 2 cuties
Obsessed with babies big time
Birth Nerd
Inclusive care- everyone welcome and accepted and celebrated
Private practice 4 days a week
Hospital 1 day a week
Antenatal and postnatal feeding support
Mental health is number 1- always!

LOVE LOVE LOVE my work. But i do work very hard. And love collaborating with other health professionals to support our clients- it takes a village! X

My daughter told me i had to do a peace sign in this photo 🤣✌️

02/07/2025

Hello beautiful clients. Due to unforseen circumstances I will not be available at all for appointments or contact from now until after 21st July. I am deeply sorry for this inconvenience. For support/consults during this time please see the below details.

Private IBCLCs:
Sally Richards 0407285664
Emma Maher Empowered Lactation with Emma
Aimee McMahon 0414282588
Mel McCann 0418405140
Shonnett Eneliko 0494304397

If unwell with mastitis please call your birth hospitals birth unit/midwife/GP or go to urgent care/ED.

For non urgent care you can book through JHH breastfeeding clinic in Hunter st if you have birthed at jhh/belmont within 4 weeks.

You can access the Child and Family Health Nurse breastfeeding clinic also.

Australian Breastfeeding Association 1800 686 268

Mental health line 1800 011 511

PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia 1300 726 306

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas cuties 🎄 🤶🧑‍🎄🎅 hope you all have a beautiful day with your best ever Christmas present- your babies!!! 🥰

19/11/2024

Whooping cough is currently around in our region and cases are rising. Please get tested if you have any symptoms. Whooping cough can be very dangerous to newborns. My recommendations:
- make sure anyone who will be in contact with your baby has had their vaccine within the last 10 years and if not- get vaccinated through GP.
- get your vaccine while pregnant.
- if anyone wanting to see your baby has symptoms, postpone until they are well
- if you have whooping cough yourself wear a mask, sanitise your hands frequently and continue breastfeeding- your body will make antibodies against it in your milk so bub will build up some immunity to it.
- stay home if you are unwell to prevent the spread.

Stay safe out there everyone. X

25/01/2024

As always. Tomorrow is not the date to celebrate. I'm working at the hospital tomorrow so won't be able to attend the rally this year unfortunately. But get along if you can and show your support. And stay hydrated in the heat. For details on the invasion day rally see the below link. Meet at 9.30am at Customs house.
https://facebook.com/events/s/invasion-day-rallyday-of-mourn/875867650863049/

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