Abbey the Midwife

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Abbey the Midwife

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This is the place where you can find support, information and care through the journey of building or growing your own nest, hatching your babes and growing your wings as parents. We provide midwifery care with a known midwife across the spectrum. You can have your midwife care for you through your pregnancy in collaboration with your chosen hospital or obstetrician;
You can return to your midwife after the birth of your baby for postnatal care and support at home and in our Practice for up to 6 weeks after the birth of your baby;
We have midwives who will work with you through your journey and be with you if you plan to birth your baby at home;
We provide pregnancy and childbirth information sessions, breast feeding support and education; postnatal depression prevention groups for new mothers; birth and fatherhood preparation classes for men; postnatal support groups for dads; postnatal support groups for mums
We are well linked into community resources and supports to guide you towards should you require;
We have developed and continue to develop strong and supportive collaborative relationships with Obstetricians, GPs, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Maternity Units in metro based hospitals, Psychologists, Counsellors, Psychotherapists, Child Health Nurses, Paediatricians, Naturopaths, Acupuncturists, Bowen Therapists, Practitioners of Chinese Medicine, Massage Therapists .....
all with the intention to bring you a wholistic approach to your journey from pregnancy into parenting.

21/11/2025

It’s not just about the checks - it’s about connection.⁣
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When I visit you at home, our time together is mostly spent talking - about your hopes, your fears, your questions.⁣
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We explore the choices available to you, the tests you might be offered, and what truly feels right for your body and your baby.⁣
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Then come the gentle, practical moments - checking your blood pressure, listening to your baby’s heartbeat, noticing where they’re lying, always with your consent and comfort at the center.⁣
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This is where trust begins.⁣
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Where informed consent becomes a lived experience, and the safety of your relationship with your care provider begins to grow.⁣
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Because when you feel seen and supported during pregnancy…⁣
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you birth from a place of deep confidence and calm. 🌿⁣
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🌸 Want to start preparing for a calm and confident birth?⁣
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Download your free Calm Birth Guide - a gentle resource to help you feel grounded, informed, and connected as you prepare to meet your baby.⁣
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👉 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you the link.
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19/11/2025

In birth work, we’re not just advocates for policy - we’re advocates for people.⁣
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It’s about balancing the guidelines with individual care, and sometimes that means having hard but necessary conversations.⁣
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For birth professionals walking this line, you’re not alone.⁣
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I’d love to hear your experiences. ⁣
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How do you navigate this balance in your own work?⁣
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14/11/2025

Your body already knows how to birth.

Birth is less about control and more about **trust** - trusting that your body, your baby, and your intuition will guide you through.

The *Calm Birth Guide* offers 5 gentle practices to help you build that trust.

🌸 Download it today and start preparing for your peaceful, empowered birth.

Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you the link.

12/11/2025

🌿 *Trust is the foundation of birth.*

The more we trust ourselves, our bodies, and the process, the more we can approach birth with calm, not fear.

The *Calm Birth Guide* was created to help you reconnect with that trust - inside, you’ll find 5 gentle practices to help you prepare for birth with peace and confidence.

🌸 Don’t wait. Download your free guide today and start feeling empowered and calm.

10/11/2025

🌙 *Birth doesn’t have to be overwhelming.*

It can be peaceful, empowering, and even calming - with the right preparation.

That’s why I created the *Calm Birth Guide* - to help you start preparing for birth with trust, not fear.

Inside, you’ll find 5 gentle practices that will help you reconnect with your body, your intuition, and your calm.

🌸 Ready to begin?

👉 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you the link to download your free guide today and start your journey toward a peaceful, empowered birth.

07/11/2025

Homebirth isn’t about taking risks, it’s about choosing trust, preparation, and continuity of care with a midwife you know and love and who knows and loves you.

For healthy women supported by skilled midwives, research shows planned homebirth is as safe as hospital birth with fewer interventions and calmer experiences.

*Birth has its own rhythm, and you meet it with calm, readiness, and trust, wherever it leads.*

Would you choose homebirth again?

05/11/2025

Trusting your body in birth isn’t about doing more, it’s about letting go.

Your body already knows how to birth, just as it knew how to grow your baby.

When you lean into that wisdom, birth becomes less about control and more about surrender.

Soft strength, that’s what birth truly is. 🤍

*What helped you build trust in your body during pregnancy or birth?*

Share your reflections below, your story might help another mother find her own courage.

03/11/2025

The early morning light, a cup of tea, and a few moments of stillness before I step into a visit with a pregnant mamma. 🌿

Each time I enter a mother’s space, I pause…

to ground, to listen, and to honour the sacred unfolding of her story.

These quiet pauses remind me that birthwork begins long before labor, it begins with presence. 🤍

If you’re awaiting the arrival of your little one, what’s one small ritual or moment that helps you feel grounded lately?

31/10/2025

Your body was designed for birth…

beautifully, intelligently, and instinctively. 🕊️

Hormones like oxytocin, endorphins, and prolactin work together to create safety, strength, and surrender during labor.

When we trust the process and minimise disturbance, these hormones flow like a well-rehearsed symphony, guiding birth in its natural rhythm.

Knowledge is power, surrender is wisdom. 💛

Did you know your hormones play such a big role in birth?

Share one thing that surprised or fascinated you about the birthing process.

29/10/2025

Pregnancy invites us into a slower rhythm, one that asks us to listen, soften, and simply *be.*

In a world that celebrates doing, slowing down becomes an act of deep connection to your baby, your body, and the quiet wisdom within.

Today, take a breath and let yourself rest.

You are already becoming. 🌷

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22/10/2025

Before your baby ever meets the outside world, they know you.

They know your heartbeat, steady and familiar.
They know the rise and fall of your breath.
They know the safe rhythm of your body.

You are not a stranger to your baby.
You are already home.

🤍 Trust this connection. It doesn’t begin at birth. It’s been growing all along.

19/10/2025

Intervention can be life-saving when it’s truly needed.
But sometimes, when mum and baby are both well, the most powerful “intervention” is simply giving her more time.

Time to labour in her own rhythm.
Time to listen to her body.
Time to align with the birth she’s been hoping for without unnecessary pressure or risk.

What matters most isn’t just the clinical outcome.
It’s that every woman feels fully informed, deeply respected, and free to choose.

Because at the end of the day, nobody lives with the consequences of those decisions more than a mother and her baby.

Your choices matter. Your voice matters. Your birth matters.

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Perth, WA

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