Groovy Babies: IBCLC Lactation, Sleep, Settling & HypnoBirthing Consultant.

24/10/2025

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24/10/2025

Self care is essential. It's nurturing yourself, and it looks different for everyone.
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When is the last time you took a moment to rest, recover and rejuvinate? Some mum's book their consultations with me as an act of self-care, because it's about BOTH mumma and baby.

As you do take the time to invest in yourself, however it is you do it, you are filling your own cup so that it can overflow.
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It's important to remember to make time to do this, you can't give from an empty cup.

Share this important reminder with someone you care about today.

www.groovybabies.com.au

📍 Amanda Bude | IBCLC | Midwife | Hypnobirth Educator
📲 Book your antenatal breastfeeding session now – Medicare rebates available!
🌐 www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

22/10/2025

🌸 A Little About Me – Amanda from Groovy Babies 🌸
Hi lovely families,

I’m Amanda Bude – Midwife, IBCLC, Hypnobirth Educator… and most importantly, a passionate supporter of parents just like you (and their young ones). 💕

For over 20 years, I’ve been walking alongside families through some of the biggest transitions of their lives; pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenting.

Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I see how unique every journey is. No two births are the same. No two feeding experiences. No two babies!

That’s why Groovy Babies was born, to create a space where you feel safe, informed, respected, and supported.

Whether you’re on the Gold Coast, in rural Queensland, or connecting online from across Australia – I’m here to help you find your groove 💃 with:

✨ Honest, evidence-based care
✨ Breastfeeding, Private Midwifery and sleep support (without the judgment)
✨ Antenatal education that leaves you feeling calm, not confused
✨ And a listening ear when things just feel a bit much

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need someone in your corner and I’d be honoured to be that for you 💗

📍 I offer in-person and virtual consults, so wherever you are, we can connect.
📲 Let’s chat: www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

With love,
Amanda x

19/10/2025

💕 7 Beautiful Reasons to Breastfeed with Amanda Bude @ Groovy Babies
Breastmilk is tailor-made for your baby.

Your body creates liquid gold perfectly matched to your baby’s age, stage, and needs, even changing during the day and when baby is sick. Magic and science all in one! 🍼✨
It boosts baby’s immunity

Breastmilk is full of antibodies that help protect your baby from infections, colds, and tummy upsets. It’s their first immune system support team! 🛡️

Supports bonding and brain development

Skin-to-skin and close contact during breastfeeding promote oxytocin (the love hormone), helping you both feel safe, calm, and connected 🤱💕

It’s always ready, perfect temp, and free

No bottles, no prep, no sterilising. Whether it’s 2pm or 2am – it’s there, ready to go! 🌙

Supports your postpartum recovery

Breastfeeding helps your uterus return to its normal size more quickly and can reduce postpartum bleeding. It’s healing from the inside out. 🌿

Reduces long-term health risks

Breastfeeding is linked to lower risks of breast and ovarian cancers, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease – for both mama and baby. 🌸

It’s not all or nothing. Every drop counts. Whether you breastfeed for a week, a month, or years — you’re giving your baby powerful nutrients and comfort. There’s no one “right” way.💗

📍 Want to learn more or get support for your unique feeding journey?
Let’s talk! I offer antenatal breastfeeding consults, postnatal support, and everything in between.

🍼 Amanda Bude – Midwife | IBCLC | Hypnobirth Educator and Private Midwife.
Medicare rebates available!

📲 www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

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16/10/2025

🌿 Why See a Lactation Consultant Sooner Rather Than Later? 🌿

Hi lovely families, Amanda here 💕 from Groovy Babies – Midwife, IBCLC, and your go-to for all things baby + breastfeeding 👶

Let’s chat about something I see so often:
✨ Families waiting until they're already struggling to reach out for breastfeeding support. And I get it, we often think we’ll just “figure it out” once baby arrives.
But here’s the truth…

💡 Seeing a Lactation Consultant before baby is born (or early in those first few days) can make all the difference. Here’s why...

🍼 You’ll learn how breastfeeding really works, not just theory, but real-life evidence based tips
🤱 We can identify and talk through any early red flags (like flat/inverted ni***es or previous feeding issues)

💬 You’ll feel so much more confident and prepared, less guessing, more flow

🌸 We build a support plan before you feel overwhelmed

💗 And if you’ve had a tough experience before, we can create a gentle, healing plan moving forward, informed by my multi-faceted skill based that includes baby and child sleep support

Breastfeeding is natural but it’s also learned. And I’m here to guide you with compassion, evidence, and care.

✨ Don’t wait until you’re sore, tired, or unsure. You deserve support from the start.
📍 Amanda Bude | IBCLC | Midwife | Hypnobirth Educator

📲 Book your antenatal breastfeeding session now – Medicare rebates available!

🌐 www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

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16/10/2025

Private Midwifery Support for a smooth and supported journey with Amanda Bude.
www.groovybabies.com.au

15/10/2025

Seeking support from an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) is NEVER too early or too late in your breastfeeding journey!

Whether you are:

💖 A mum-to-be planning ahead.

💖 Facing newborn latch difficulties.

💖 Navigating feeding with an older baby who has teeth or is mobile.

💖 Pumping and feeding after returning to work.

I am here, for any stage of your breastfeeding journey.

I'm Amanda Bude, IBCLC at Groovy Babies. I can provide the evidence-based, compassionate, and personalized support you need, no matter what stage you're in. Let's work together to make your feeding experience comfortable and joyful, for as long as you choose!

🔗 Find out more and book your consult today: www.groovybabies.com.au

14/10/2025

For those in their parenting season, Amanda Bude is your compassionate caring support.
IBCLC, Child Sleep consultant, Private Midwife and more!

www.groovybabies.com.au

12/10/2025

🌸 Do I Need to Prep My Ni***es for Birth? 🌸

I was asked this morning and thought – what a great question to share with you all!

✨ Short answer: NO, you absolutely don’t need to "prep" your ni***es before birth.

This is one of those outdated pieces of advice that needs retiring! 🙅‍♀️

👶 Your body is already doing what it needs to. Around your ar**la are the amazing Montgomery’s glands, those tiny pimple-like bumps work to...

✔️ Secrete natural oils to fight bacteria

✔️ Lubricate and soften the ni**le area

✔️ Maintain the right pH balance for baby's skin

🧴 Using soaps, shampoos, or some lotions on this area can actually dry out and disrupt this natural system. So, remember:
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Instead, here’s what you can do to prepare...

💡 Learn the basics of breastfeeding – knowledge is power!

💬 Book an Antenatal Breastfeeding Consultation with me – Medicare rebates available

👙 Invest in a good, supportive nursing bra (get it in the last few weeks of pregnancy when your size is more accurate)

🩷 Grab some reusable nursing pads – gentle on skin and eco-friendly

❓ Concerned about flat or inverted ni***es? Don’t panic – reach out for individual advice and support

You are NOT alone in this journey – every mama deserves compassionate, evidence-based guidance. 🌿

📍 Amanda Bude – Midwife, IBCLC, Hypnobirth Educator
📲 Bookings + Info: www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

10/10/2025

Breastmilk is indeed alive and changes over time! 🫶
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Your milk is alive! It is constantly changing, adapting, and meeting your baby’s exact needs through every stage. From immunity at birth to brain and muscle development later on, your body knows exactly what to do. That’s the power of breastmilk. 💪🏽💛

09/10/2025

😴 The Sneaky Truth About Sleep Debt! 🤯

Hey Groovy Parents, Amanda Bude here from www.GroovyBabies.com.au 👋

Following up on our chat about waking a sleeping baby, I want to introduce you to a concept that's often the culprit behind bedtime battles and chronic night-waking... Sleep Debt. 🧐

It sounds counterintuitive, but letting your baby constantly "catch up" on sleep by taking super long, erratic naps during the day can actually backfire in a big way when it comes to night-time settling.

What is Sleep Debt in Babies?

It’s when your baby accrues a deficit of sleep because they consistently aren’t getting enough quality, restorative sleep during their optimal periods. And here’s the kicker: your baby might look exhausted, but too much daytime sleep doesn't automatically mean better night sleep.

Instead, those long, late afternoon naps can:

Shift their entire sleep rhythm later, making a good, early bedtime impossible.

Increase cortisol levels (that stress hormone!), making them overtired, wired, and harder to settle when the time comes.

Lead to multiple night wakings because their sleep pressure (the natural drive to sleep) isn't high enough to sustain a long stretch.

Remember, consistency is King (or Queen)! 👑

This is why, as tough as it is, establishing age-appropriate wake windows and cap-ping those naps when needed, we help create healthy sleep pressure that drives a beautiful, consolidated night sleep.

It's all about balance, not banking hours while understanding there can be very real reasons why your little one struggles with sleep. Hello feeding issues and oral restrictions I'm looking at you for one.

Do you struggle with long, late afternoon naps that ruin your evenings? Tell me your biggest sleep-debt struggle in the comments! 👇

Love and peaceful nights,

Amanda Bude
Sleep & Lactation Consultant
www.GroovyBabies.com.au

08/10/2025

⏰ Should You Wake the Sleeping Baby?
Sound familiar??? 🤔 The silence is golden, but that little voice in your head is saying, "Maybe I should wake them..."

Waking your little one certainly can make for a tired parent, but sometimes there's a very good reason to do so!

For newborns, especially, ensuring they wake for regular feeds is crucial to prevent things like hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). We need to make those adjustments to keep their tiny systems healthy and on track! 💪

But it's not just about health; sometimes we need to tweak their naps to ensure those long stretches of sleep happen at the right time. 🌙

So, what adjustments do you make around your little one's sleep time? I'm talking about the gentle tricks you use to:

Rouse them for a feed? (A gentle foot rub is a classic! 😉)

Cap a nap so they're tired enough for bedtime?

Adjust their environment (light, sound, temperature) to encourage the right timing?

Tell me your clever tips and tricks! We're all in this together.👇

Love and gentle feeding and sleep,

Amanda Bude
Sleep and Lactation Consultant
www.GroovyBabies.com.au