Midwife Lauretta

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Midwife Lauretta

Hi � I’m Lauretta - a Midwife, Birth educator & Acuneedling Midwife.

20/10/2025

The language used in conversations with your care-provider can have a BIG impact on the decisions you make, you gotta have alll the information, presented in a way that is meaningful to you, as well as accurate statistics, so that you can make decisions based on facts not fear.

07/10/2025

It’s easy to think that doing one birth class, reading a book, or listening to a podcast will be “enough”…

But birth prep is like anything else — it’s a skill. And skills need practice!

They don’t just work for you because you learnt about them on one day!

But the good news? It doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.

You could try bringing your birth prep into your day-to-day, here are some ideas;

🌬 Use your breath techniques when you’re challenged, maybe a wall squat, or a walk or a toddler tantrum
🙅‍♀️ Build your advocacy muscle and Say “no” without over-explaining.
🧘‍♀️ Tune into your pelvic floor before bed, can you connect to it with your breath and let it go?
🤲 Do your daily Stretches to support comfort & optimal positioning, practice the massage, counter pressure of acupressure (or choose one) with your partner each night

Small things, done often, add up.

So when you get to labour, these tools aren’t “new.”

Let me know, what’s one small way you’re weaving your birth prep into daily life?

My next class in October is FULL (I do have a waitlist so DM me) but December has 6 spots so book on in for your Jan & Feb babies (it’s all in my link).

05/10/2025

September round up + a little of october, I love seeing what everyone’s been up to so thought I’d share a little more of me and life lately.. the last two months have been extra special and jam packed with some beautiful trips!!

1. Precious times with my dearest friend Kato on the west coast in Exmouth - such a cool place with beautiful ppl! Highly recommend for a family or girls trip:)
2. Swimming with whale sharks x3!! Can feel my nerves looking at this pic but SO glad I did it and Still can’t believe it, so surreal and AMAZING!
3. Tinny adventures with a side of zero safety briefing from the captain - and a big dose of ‘she’ll be right’ surrounded by several whales and both almost 💩 ourselves when they got super close and went under said tinny 😜 “they won’t tip us out will they?!”
4. Father’s Day and as always precious creations that I’ll keep forever (&will hide from Jim the minimalist who throws everything out!)
5. Back to my babies and SO ready to squeeze them and celebrate a bday with three tired chocolate cake request - delivered by Jim 10/10
6. Happy place/space providing care for my beautiful pregnant and postpartum ppl with the needles or bodywork+ some added points after a masterclass ❤️
7. Some busy but lovely hospital shifts with wonderful work friends
8. School concert and two proud parents - the cutest ant and emu I’ve ever seen (yes there were happy/proud tears).
9. Setting up for my first Melbourne class and a little helper- hand ✋🏼
10. First class in Melbourne with some gorgeous couples! So much fun and what a view 🤩
11. Family wedding fun and an extra school holiday trip to one of our absolute fave places in FNQ ❤️
12. Ice creams essential
13. Documenting the first photo Jim has ever taken of me that I actually like 😜

29/09/2025

Our most-listened to episode of Season 1!

Sarah’s vaginal breech birth story has been the most popular episode of S1 and if you’ve listened you’ll know why, she articulates how she navigated birthing her breech baby vaginally - despite finding it difficult to have this choice supported and how she found a deep sense of trust in her body to follow what felt right for her.

She speaks to the challenges around finding a supportive care provider and how she juggled her own fears so beautifully, with the added insights of being a midwife herself.

However you choose to birth - this episode is a powerful one and I can see why it’s been the fave of the Season! Thank you again Sarah for sharing so generously x

🎧 Listen via the link in bio.

25/09/2025

✨ Our most-listened episodes of Season 1!

1) Episode #5- Sarah’s vaginal breech birth story has been the most popular episode of S1 and if you’ve listened you’ll know why, she articulates how she navigated birthing her breech baby vaginally - despite finding it difficult to have this choice supported and how she found a deep sense of trust in her body to follow what felt right for her.

2) Episode #9 Gemma’s birth stories - the first one in Hospital and the second one at home, Navigating birth trauma, partner fears, and growing confidence the second time around. Her first in an MGP program & a hospital, assisted birth with an epidural and a posterior labour during Melbourne’s 2020 lockdown, and a slower, calm, home-birth in a publicly funded home birth program with her second.

3) In episode #3 I’m joined by Midwife Tayla, who shares her experiences as a midwife, mum, and business owner of Hatchling Store where she supports women through birth prep, education and TENS machine hire. We chat about: Tayla’s birth stories – including her husband missing the birth of their second baby
- What a TENS machine is and how it works for pain relief in labour
-How to use a TENS for all types of births, including inductions
-Common myths & misconceptions about TENS machines
-Essential items for your hospital or birth bag
- Tayla’s ‘Memo Moment’ – her biggest lesson for birth preparation

So much goodness from these 3 incredible women!! If you haven’t listened yet be sure to at the link in my bio and let me know what your fave was of Season 1 ❤️

15/09/2025

I almost cancelled my swim with the whale sharks.
I was nervous, scared and didn’t know anyone.

But I did it anyway (& I didn’t even vomit 🙌🏼) — and it ended up being one of those big, beautiful, bucket list moments I’ll never forget.

And it made me think…
Birth can feel like that too.

The fear can be real, I get it and I had it myself.
And it can impact how you feel going into your birth and how labour FEELS…
But what if you think about it as a stretch? (Pun not intended!)

When we focus only on what might go wrong, what if we can’t do it? What if we can’t cope?
👉🏻We can get swept up in it and move into fear-based decision-making (especially in a system that often leans that way).

Your mindset matters.

And sometimes, it’s as simple as changing “I can’t do this” to “This feels hard, but I’m doing it.”

That’s what we explore inside Your Birth Class — practical tools and mindset support so you can walk into birth feeling calm, capable, and actually ready.

🩷 Melbourne: Sept 20
🩷 Ballarat: Oct 18

Spots are filling — book via the link in bio or DM me.

25/08/2025

Pregnancy and postpartum can bring so many changes — from everyday discomforts to deeper shifts in your body.

I love being able to offer care that combines the best of both worlds: grounded in my midwifery training, and complemented by holistic approaches like Acuneedling™, Internal Pelvic Release & gentle bodywork.

What does that mean for you?
🌿 Support with common pregnancy symptoms like nausea & vomiting, insomnia, heartburn, pains and tension that may show up in pregnancy
🌿 Space to prepare your body and mind for birth
🌿 Gentle, restorative care in the postpartum period

In my sessions you have the option to blend Acuneedling with bodywork or book for just Acuneedling at anytime in pregnancy or postpartum.

Or Internal Pelvic Release - from 32 weeks in pregnancy (Ideally x2 sessions prior to birth) or anytime in preconception or postpartum.

This work doesn’t replace your medical care, but it can complement it beautifully.

✨ If you’re in Ballarat and would like to explore this kind of support, you can find more info and book via the link in my bio. Or Dm me if you’re not sure what’s right for you.

25/08/2025

Your birth deserves more than just “these are your pain relief options”…

And that’s why we go deep - into the body and the mind, your options & choices!

Your Birth Class blends practical skills, mindset support & partner prep — so you walk into labour feeling ready for whatever path your birth takes.

Upcoming class dates:

✨BALLARAT - 23rd October - 3 spots left

✨MELBOURNE - 20th September - 3 spots left

Book your spot via the link in bio.

25/08/2025

If you’re planning for birth & postpartum and want holistic support that feels personal, practical & grounded — you’re in the right place.

I’m Lauretta — a Midwife, Bodyworker & Birth Educator with 14+ years of experience (and a deep love for pelvises, birth prep & allll the birthy goodness!).

I’m here to help you feel strong in your body, calm in your mind & confident in your choices. Whether you’re looking for a birth class, hands-on bodywork, or personalised support, I’ve got some options to help you feel good in your body & your mind as you work through growing, birthing or recovering!

✨ Head to my bio to explore my classes & services. Or send me a DM if you’re not sure what’s right for you.

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http://www.midwifelauretta.com.au/

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