Private in home antenatal classes, early parenting, feeding and infant sleep & settling support.
10/09/2025
Exploring the world of solids
Take it slow.
Let them play.
Let them feel.
Because if it isn’t messy… you aren’t doing it right!
If you are venturing into the world of solids, join us Monday 15th September for our popular toddler to table zoom with paediatric dietitian Janita Avery
This session aims to support you and your little one from 7+ months through to toddlerhood around supporting their nutritional needs
We will cover topics such as
Balanced Nutrition for Growing toddlers
Dealing with Fussy Eaters with strategies for introducing new foods and making mealtime less stressful
Family Mealtime Dynamics
How to make mealtime a positive, enjoyable experience for the whole family
Involving Kids in the Kitchen
Fun ways to get kids excited about cooking and trying new foods
And so much more
🗓️ MONDAY 15TH September
⏰ 7 pm AEST
💰 $50
📧 michelle@parents2b.com.au
Limited numbers for the session to ensure question time for everyone
Email 👆🏻 to reserve your place!
09/09/2025
This week, I met a mum with F+ breasts who’s breastfeeding beautifully.
This mum wants the option to give EBM if and when needed, so purchased a pump (that came with the standard 24mm fl**ge), so mum went out and bought bigger fl**ges (27 & 30mm) thinking bigger breasts = bigger fl**ge.
But here’s the surprise!
When we measured her ni***es, her best fit was actually 19mm on one side and 17mm on the other
Fl**ge size isn’t about breast size, it’s about ni**le size.
The “standard” sizes (21, 24, 27mm) don’t work for everyone.
The right fit = more comfort + better milk expression.
Everybody is different, and your fit matters
06/09/2025
06/09/2025
04/09/2025
P2B and Janita Averay, Paediatric Dietitician from Way Of Life nutrition are joining forces again to offer our very popular TODDLER TO TABLE zoom sessions to support you and your little one from 8+ months through to toddlerhood around supporting their nutritional needs. This is a great class even before your little one gets to this age to "prepare" you. Knowledge is power!
We will cover topics such as
Balanced Nutrition for Growing toddlers
Dealing with Fussy Eaters with strategies for introducing new foods and making mealtime less stressful
Family Mealtime Dynamics
How to make mealtime a positive, enjoyable experience for the whole family
Involving Kids in the Kitchen
Fun ways to get kids excited about cooking and trying new foods
And so much more
🗓️ MONDAY 15TH September
⏰ 7 pm AEST
💰 $50 early bird special. $70 from 12/9
📧 michelle@parents2b.com.au
Limited numbers for the session to ensure question time for everyone
Email 👆🏻 to reserve your place!
Tag a friend who might find this session helpful
04/09/2025
Just some fun facts ...
03/09/2025
P2B visits many homes that use gates for their little one’s safety.
Today, I wanted to highlight some food for thought in regard to the use of gates on or around stairs.
Most safety gates are safe and work well to deter children from accessing potentially dangerous places. There are two types of safety gates: pressure mounted, and hardware wall mounted.
A pressure mounted gate (as pictured) is easy to set up and take down. The gate is tightened between two solid wall surfaces. These work well in doorways where there is solid wood construction, but they can not withstand as much pressure. They are advisable for blocking off a room, or kitchen or a doorway on a flat surfaced area. They are not recommended for the top of the stairs as pictured. Why? If your baby pushes against a pressure-mounted gate at the top of the stairs, it could slip from the wall and cause your baby to tumble down the stairs
A hardware wall mounted gate is attached with screws directly into a solid wall or wood post and are useful to block off high-risk areas such as stairs, fireplaces and kitchens because when installed properly the risk of them toppling over is much smaller than pressure-mounted ones. Pressure mounts are easy to install however need to be bolted or screwed directly into the wall or doorframe. This is a more permanent hardware solution for riskier areas, such as the tops of stairways, where it is not advisable to use a pressure-mounted gate.
Other factors to consider:
Many baby gates will have a floor bar as part of their construction, which could be a trip hazard when walking through the gate, particularly if its profile is too high. If you are placing one at the top of the stairs, consider one with no floor bar at all (usually a retractable type) or one with a lower profile and chamfered edges.
Whether you may need the convenience and safety of being able to open the gate with one hand.
Avoid purchasing gates that have a fixed horizontal bar at the bottom. These can become a tripping hazard when opened.
Pet gates are not a suitable substitute for child safety gates, as they are not secure enough or designed for infants or toddlers
03/09/2025
So often, people say to me: “You must love your job — being around babies all the time!"
And of course, the babies are beautiful, and I love my cuddles. They bring joy, they’re tiny miracles, and it’s such a privilege to witness their very first moments, earthside and beyond.
But if I’m honest… that’s not actually the part of my work that I love the most.
What truly lights me up are the mothers.
It’s the relationships I get to build with them over time, the way trust grows between us, conversation by conversation with each visit.
It’s how they allow me into their world during such a tender, vulnerable, exciting and transformative season.
It’s hearing and sharing their fears, their hopes, their laughter, their stories.
It’s the way they open up and share their families with me.
For me, it is a privilege that I can hold a safe space for them, exactly as they are.
But my deepest love for my work with P2B comes from walking alongside my mothers, honouring their journey, their strength, and their vulnerability.
That is the heart of P2B and midwifery for me.
30/08/2025
P2B and Way Of Life nutrition Paediatric Dietitician Janita Averay are joining forces again to offer our very popular introduction to solids Zoom sessions to support you and your little one.
If you are a little lost with the when and how of introducing solids, all the conflicting advice surrounding solids, if you have started your journey but need reassurance or have some questions on the next step (and everything in between) this session is for you!
It is helpful to know that trying new foods takes time, learning to take a variety of foods can take years. We all know that as parents it is our job to provide opportunities for our children to learn to try and like new foods without pressure – but what is the best way to do this?
Parents2B resident Dietitian Janita is going to set you up with the knowledge to help navigate this period of with your little, or if you are not there yet, prepare you for when the time is right.
🗓️ Wednesday 3rd September
⏰ 7 pm AEST
💰 $50.
📧 michelle@parents2b.com.au
Limited numbers for the session to ensure question time for everyone
Tag a friend who you feel might benefit from this session
Email 👆🏻 to reserve your place!
24/08/2025
P2B will be on leave this coming week.
I will be back consulting on Monday, 1st September.
Chloe will still be online assisting with bookings.
I'm looking forward to some downtime
🩷 Michelle
21/08/2025
Are you feeling a little like these mum's this week too?
Just know you are not alone.
Take a deep breath. You have got this!
Some weeks feel heavier than others as your to-do list grows, the little voices are louder, and it feels like there’s never enough of you to go around.
Please remember:
It’s okay if the laundry isn’t folded.
It’s okay if dinner is simple. Scrambled eggs for the win!
It’s okay if you need a quiet moment for yourself. Have a cuppa outside in the sun. The washing can wait 10 minutes
You are not failing.
You are human.
And you are doing an incredible job in ways you probably don’t even see.
So today, be gentle with yourself.
Celebrate the small wins.
Ask for help if you need it.
And know that being “enough” doesn’t mean being perfect – it means showing up with love, even when it’s messy. 💛
You’ve got this!
One step
One moment
One deep breath at a time.
Reach out to or tag another mum. She is probably in the trenches with you too and needs this message ❤️
21/08/2025
From 12 to 18 months, milk should become part of a meal, not a meal in itself. It is important to remember that milk is a food, not just a drink, to quench thirst.
Too much milk can lead to problems. For example, it may interfere with appetite at mealtimes as it is a very filling drink. It may also increase the risk of iron deficiency. Too much milk (or too much of any food group) may also limit the amount of food eaten from other important food groups. It is all about balance.
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in Australia confirms that toddler/formula milks are not required for healthy children beyond 12 months; cow’s milk and diversified solid foods suffice.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association states explicitly: "Over 12 months, your baby doesn't need formula." Breastfeeding can continue as desired
The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network also reiterates that after 12 months, toddlers don’t need infant formula, including step-3 or toddler formulas. A balanced diet and milk (cow’s or continued breastmilk) are recommended
Other risks associated with the overuse of bottles are tooth decay and middle ear infections, especially if the child lies down while drinking or is given the bottle to go to sleep. The constant contact of the teeth with the sugar in milk given from the bottle causes tooth decay.
When it is time to swap from formula, it is recommended offering milk in a cup (with a lid and free flowing mouthpiece is fine until they are confident in drinking without the lid).
I hear you all saying “But they like the bottle, and it is part of the routine of going to bed”.
It’s true that some children will protest at stopping the bottle. However, they will get used to a new routine such as books, songs, and cuddles before going to bed.
Parents often report back and say it was much easier than they thought it would be, AND their little ones' diet has improved dramatically. In fact, parents can not believe how much more their toddler eats!
So when ditching the bottle, remember you are doing it for good reasons
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My name is Michelle Jackson and I am a Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Infant Sleep Specialist and Childbirth Educator. In the past 20 years, I have worked extensively in both private and public practice in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast. My experience includes all facets of pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting. I am also a mother of 3 children, and as a mother and midwife, I realise that life is busy.
I am passionate about supporting families which is how P2b was founded.
PRIVATE ANTENATAL CLASSES
I have a passion for antenatal education and saw that there was a need for more personalised and private antenatal classes on the Gold Coast. Not everyone has the time to attend large groups of childbirth classes over 4-6 weeks. As a result, I started P2B offering a unique service on the Gold Coast providing practical, unbiased, evidence based and personalised antenatal education ….. all in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Classes take anything from 4 - 5 hours. They can be done over 2 days/nights or on a Saturday/Sunday afternoon.
My personal birth and parenting experiences are vast. They include a vaginal delivery and caesarean section. As a result, I strongly believe that individual birthing and parenting options / choice is paramount. I aim to support, respect and inform parents to be of their birthing and parenting choices no matter what that may be. Labour is a amazing journey into the unknown. It is important to focus on what awaits you at the end of your long, hard journey!
SLEEP & SETTLING ADVICE
I also believe that one of the most important lessons we can teach our baby's is the art of sleep. I know from personal experience how stressful it can be when your baby doesn't sleep. My sleep and settling techniques are age dependent. I offer assistance with routines that are flexible yet structured and most importantly adapted specifically to you and your baby.
I offer online advice - This service includes an initial phone consultation and then follow up emails, text and phone support as required.
I also offer in home visits for up to 2 hours or up to 4 hours. All in home consultations include 1 week ongoing support.
EARLY PARENTING SUPPORT
Being a parent is an exciting and rewarding experience and P2B offers a range of parenting support services including weekly weighs and early parenting education. Continuity of care is essential for new parents and this service allows for P2B to support parents through their transition into parenthood – all from the comfort of their own home.
P2B postnatal support includes 5 x 1 hour (in your home) visits post hospital discharge. These visits need to can be utilized within the first 10 weeks’ post birth.
Topics covered during the visits include: Weight, Common misconceptions and myths of parenting, Normal infant behaviour & understanding and recognizing your baby’s needs, how to avoid sleeping problems & the crying and unsettled baby, practical swaddling and settling techniques, feeding & newborn baby care and establishing a routine.
Online support (fair play policy applies) is included with this package. It is recommended the first visit is a 2 hour visit (using 2 of the 5 visits) to establish a rapport.
TODDLER + 1
The thought of bringing baby #2 home can for some parents feel a little overwhelming. P2B Toddler + 1 class (up to 2 hours) aims to prepare & support parents though this transition. P2B’s Toddler + 1 class includes a review of the current routine and sleep habits of baby #1 – having a non sleeping or sleep issues with your toddler when bringing #2 home makes that transition even harder! These issues should be sorted BEFORE your baby arrives. (Please note this is a review only and is not a sleep consultation). Also covered are handy hints on bringing baby #2 home: basic recap of labour (if required), introducing your baby to their sibling, nursery set up, feeding, routine, getting out of the house with 2 children, adjusting your routine with baby #2 to incorporate your toddlers activities … and of course sleep.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
Just because you have had a baby doesn’t automatically give you the knowledge on how to successfully breastfeed. Although natural and obviously the best for our babies – breastfeeding doesn’t always come easy. Breastfeeding is a learned skill by both parties: – mum & baby. It takes time, patience and plenty of practice. It is essential to have the support of family and friends.
Prices and more details of all P2B services can be found www.parents2b.com.au. To book your consultation please email, private message or phone Michelle.
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