Dr Jeanne Carpenter - General Practitioner

01/02/2026

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Expectant mothers in Caboolture can breathe easy knowing we have heroes like Rachael here to support them. 👐

Midwife Navigator Rachael supports socially and vulnerable pregnant women at Caboolture Hospital and has helped a whopping 1,200+ women since her role began in 2019. 🫨🤰

When women at the antenatal clinic identify as having vulnerabilities, challenges or complex social circumstances, Rachael can connect them with essential services including mental health services, social work and community organisations.

“I meet women wherever they feel most comfortable, whether that’s in the antenatal clinic, at their home, or even just meeting for a coffee first,” Rachael shares.

“It’s about getting the most support to women during that short period, when they are often more open to engaging with services that can help them long-term.”

👏 Shoutout Saturday to Rachael and her remarkable work helping Caboolture mothers. 🥰

01/02/2026

Does your teen struggle with worry or anxiety?

Black Dog Institute is inviting 14–17 year olds to take part in a pilot study testing a new evidence-based digital mental health program, developed with adolescents and mental health clinicians.

✔️ Supports healthier thinking habits
✔️ Based on scientific research
✔️ Access trusted mental health information from Black Dog Institute
✔️ Contributes to research improving mental health support for Australian teens

👉 Learn more & register here: https://bit.ly/4qEloew

01/02/2026

Happy Monday and welcome to February😊
I am not on leave, just fully booked for the next 2 weeks 🫶

28/01/2026

My Mob 🫶

28/01/2026

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Anyone else? 😅

Being overstimulated is unpleasant, to say the least. It's when your brain gets too much input at once. 🧠🥺

Feeling easily annoyed, irritated or emotionally drained, having trouble focussing or struggling to make decisions could be signs you're overstimulated.

The feeling of overstimulation can differ from one person to the next, and it might not feel the same for you as it does for the next person. Signs of overstimulation in adults are different to those in kids.

If you feel overstimulated, certain short-term techniques may help you calm down in the moment:
💙 Find a quiet space: consider stepping away for a few minutes or taking breaks to prevent feeling overstimulated.
💙 Use deep breathing exercises: slow, deep breaths can help your body and mind relax.
💙 Limit sensory input: try using noise-cancelling headphones or dimming the lights.
💙 Remind yourself that you are safe: try to remind yourself that you’re not in any danger and that you’ll be able to exit the stimulating environment soon.
💙 Use grounding techniques: these exercises may help reduce anxiety. Try to focus on a physical sensation, like holding a cold drink, tasting something sour, or pressing your feet into the floor.

Longer-term strategies like sticking to a routine, eating enough, resting, anticipating your triggers and avoiding certain situations can also help you if you frequently experience signs of overstimulation. 🤗

If overstimulation is making daily life difficult, talking with a healthcare professional could help. A therapist can help you to process your experiences and learn personalised coping techniques. 👐

ℹ️ Sources: Healthline. Healthy Place.

28/01/2026

Understanding how and when to address mental health challenges at work, and identifying who in an organisation is responsible, are important steps towards achieving the 3 pillars of a mentally healthy workplace 👇

Black Dog Institute's Self-Audit-Tool for Workplaces has been designed to help guide you in developing workplace mental health activities.

Download for free 👉 https://bit.ly/3Qlfhel

27/01/2026

It’s official 😊

19/01/2026

The former president of the QLD AMA explaining Chronic Disease GP Care plans

19/01/2026

19/01/2026

Sutton Street Medical is closed on Monday for Australia Day

19/01/2026

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16/01/2026

As a GP on the frontline of Australia’s health care system, mental health support is increasingly part of everyday practice. It remains one of the fastest growing areas in general practice, with 71% of GPs identifying mental health as a key reason patients present for care (RACGP Health of the Nation 2025).

Our latest article explores what this means for GPs and where support is most needed.

👉 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4aJ9Pxo