Geelong Born

11/08/2024

I’m excited to be involved in the upcoming GAMBA Antenatal Education Sessions. This course is specifically for parents expecting multiples (twins, triplets, etc).

I will be presenting two classes in this course.

⚪️ Birth Preparation - Sun 18th August at 10am.

⚪️ Postnatal period, feeding and parenting - Sun 22nd September at 10am.

These will be held at Berth. 2 Wright Place, Geelong.

The course is free for GAMBA members.

Book at http://Gamba.tidyhq.com

Antenatal Education Sessions for those expecting multiples (twins, triplets, etc)

The current schedule will be:

Sun 18th August: Birth preperation class at 10am. Presented by Geelong Born at Berth Geelong. Located at 2 Wright Place, Geelong.

ABA Multiples breastfeeding session 24th Aug

Sun 22nd September: Postnatal period/ feeding/ parenting at 10am. Presented by Geelongg Born at Berth Geelong. Located at 2 Wright Place, Geelong.

October (TBC: online vs. in person): New & Expectant Parent session

Sun 24th November (TBC: online vs. in person): Physiotherapy session: Pelvic floor and pregnancy related pain

December: Facilitated coffee date and catch-up

February- June 2025 dates to be confirmed.

29/04/2024

The countdown has begun!

In just one week, we’ll be opening our doors to the new Berth Hub for the very first time 🌟✨

Get ready for an exciting journey over the next seven days as we unveil the array of ideas we have in store for this amazing space!

We’re so excited and eagerly look forward to inviting you into our new home. And as you may have already guessed... our Group Childbirth Education Sessions will find their perfect setting in this fabulous, big space! 💖✨

10/12/2023

What a group! Meet the gorgeous DECEMBER crew 🤩

My last hypnobirthing course for the year and what an absolute pleasure they were to work with.

It has been an honour to support so many hypnobirthing parents this year. Thank you for choosing me and my little biz Geelong Born.

I look forward to continuing this in 2024. All my course dates are up on the website. The first course of the year will take place on Sunday 4th + 11th February.

An enormous thank you also goes to Lynne Watts and the team at .physio. Thanks for having me for all the group classes this year. It’s been perfect.

Rosie x

04/12/2023

🌟 TENS hire 🌟
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TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) is a method of labour pain relief involving the use of a hand-held device connected to electrodes placed on a mother’s back.
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When using the TENS, the woman will experience a tingling sensation around the site of the electrodes.
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The gentle electrical impulses can reduce the pain signals going to the spinal cord and brain, which may help relieve pain and relax muscles.

Benefits include:
🤍 No drugs enter the bloodstream or cross the placenta
🤍 You’re in control, you hit ‘boost’ when you need to and control the intensity as is comfortable for you
🤍 They’re easy to use and portable (super handy in the car on the way to the hospital!)
🤍 They help your body produce its own endorphins (our natural painkillers and feel-good hormones)
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Have you considered using a TENS machine for natural pain relief in labour?
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TENS machine hire is available at Geelong Born. Reserve yours now via the website. Free drop off and collection in the central Geelong area.
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Please get in touch early if you’re due in January. I’ll be slowing down over the Christmas period and wont be dispatching units from 22nd Dec - 8th Jan 🎄

12/11/2023

Berth are excited to be teaming up with Rosie Fitzclarence from “Geelong Born” to provide Childbirth Education Classes and the Hypnobirthing Australia Positive Birth Program

At our Childbirth Education Classes, we pride ourselves on offering a truly unique experience.

What sets us apart is the presence of experienced Obstetricians who play an active role in guiding and educating expectant parents.

Our Midwife and Obstetrician-led sessions provide a rare opportunity for you to gain insights and knowledge directly from medical professionals who specialise in the field of childbirth. This personalised approach ensures that you receive the most up-to-date and reliable information, empowering you to make informed decisions about your pregnancy, labour, and delivery.

Join us to embark on this journey with confidence, knowing you have the expertise of our midwives and obstetricians by your side every step of the way.

Check out our website for more information.

https://www.berthgeelong.au/childbirth-education

21/09/2023

There is just one last Birth Prep course for the year, and I hope to make this one extra special.

The November course will be held at the beautiful event space in Newtown over two Wednesday evenings – Wednesday 22nd and 29th of November from 6:15 - 9:15pm.

The course will be facilitated by me, Rosie Fitzclarence, and I aim to fill your toolkit with plenty of strategies for a positive pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience.

To secure your spot, please visit the Geelong Born website for reservations. Seats are limited, so early registration is recommended.

As a special treat, I’m offering a 10% discount on the full course rate. Just use the coupon code 'THEKO' at checkout (offer ends midnight Sunday 24th September).

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. Rosie 🌼

28/06/2023

I’m excited to be part of the team. Next month I will be officially starting and I’ll be working closely with Berth obstetricians and Dr Aleisha Gorski.

I feel incredibly lucky to be working alongside midwife extraordinaire . Together we’ll be offering antenatal education and tailored preparation to assist Berth couples in making informed decisions about their pregnancy and birthing experience.

In addition to this, Charlotte and I will also provide postpartum care to ensure that parenting gets off to a great start. Our goal is to help mothers feel confident, healthy and empowered as they begin their journey as new parents.

On a side note, Geelong Born Birth Prep and courses will continue as scheduled for ALL expectant patents regardless of birth hospital or care provider. I will continue to provide private sessions as I have always done also so essentially nothing is really changing with Geelong Born.

Get in touch if you have any questions. Rosie 🌼

06/06/2023

Beautiful 💕

20/02/2023

Welcome Ren 💙

This little guy was in a hurry to enter the world! Born last month to superstar parents Kelsey and Zac after a very intense 2-3hr spont active labour and a beautiful unmedicated water birth. Weighing in at a chunky 4025g….Kelsey is a pint-sized 5ft tall 💪🙌

They attended a Geelong Born Hypnobirthing course late last year and were supported by the wonderful Barwon Health MGP midwives. Congratulations!

19/01/2023

Your birthing partner's prepped, hospital bag in tow, you're feeling empowered to advocate for yourself and ready to meet your babe. Feeling confident and prepared AF.

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Check out Geelong Born and classes from the link in bio.

16/01/2023

11am today. See you there!
Save Epworth Maternity Geelong

Finally the day is here
Yes it is a hot day
The room is large, plenty of seating.
Temperature controlled & ceiling fans.
Water available.
1 hour total
SEE YOU THERE!

28/12/2022

I recently spoke with the lovely Teya at Me Mama I Maternity]. Not only is Teya the creator of an amazing local online store providing goods for pregnancy through to postpartum, but she’s a two-time Geelong Born hypnobirthing mama.

I was delighted to help with a blog piece all about hypnobirthing. Have a read if you have a moment.
Repost Me Mama I Maternity]
This is me after delivering my first baby without any intervention or pain management. Other than a few puffs of gas.

I had a very similar if not identical birthing experience with my second.

How did I do this? Hypnobirthing!

Today in our blog we sit down and chat with superstar midwife and childbirth educator Rosie Fitzclarence from about all things hypnobirthing.

To find out more about hypnobirthing and how this helped me to have two calm and amazingly positive birth experiences head to our blog via the link in bio.
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