Clinical aromatherapy and massage to support women through pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond.
Provider of natural aromatherapy products, aromatherapy education and baby massage training to help mothers care for themselves and their families. My qualifications, experience and passion in nursing, midwifery, clinical aromatherapy and massage provided the foundations for Mother Nurture. Whilst studying aromatherapy, it became evident through discussions with women that many were reluctant to u
se aromatherapy during their pregnancy. Women are quite vulnerable during this time and with so much confusing and conflicting advice it was often simpler to do without. This spurred me on to develop a service where women could be assured they were receiving expert advice and care. Using mother nature to nurture mothers was essentially the vision. Mother Nurture has been supporting women through the roller coaster of life since 2010. I also love to provide parents with simple tools, such as natural aromatherapy products, aromatherapy education and baby massage techniques, to help care for themselves and their families.
28/07/2025
Cosy evenings 😊
I am here every Monday until 9.00pm. I will also be offering later appointments on alternate Tuesdays as well, as some of my other after hours options have changed.
After hours spots always book up quickly, so don't hesitate to contact myself or the clinic for options or to go onto the waitlist
17/07/2025
❄️ Winter Wellness Tips ❄️
Support your body and your mind this season
As the days grow colder, it’s natural to feel a little more tired, flat, or run-down. Winter is your invitation to slow down and nourish yourself with small, meaningful rituals.
Here are my favourite ways to stay well in winter:
🌿 Move gently – Walks, stretching or yoga help keep your energy flowing
🍲 Nourish with warm, seasonal food – Think soups, herbal teas, and immune-boosting herbs
😴 Prioritise rest – Create a cosy wind-down routine (bonus: essential oils help here!)
🧠 Care for your mental health – Journaling, creativity, and staying connected can work wonders
🪟 Get some Fresh Air - Get outside daily, whatever the weather! Also, open up windows and doors to air out the house when possible.
And of course... aromatherapy is your winter best friend ✨
I’ve created custom blends to support you and your family:
🤲 Protect – to purify the air + protect against viruses
💨 Breathe – For clear breathing + sinus support
👶 Gentle Breathe – Safe + soothing for little ones
🛁 Cold & Flu Bath + Massage Blends – Warming, comforting and supportive
😃 Mood boosting essential oil blends + aroma roll-ons
Available now in the shop – message me or tap the link in bio to explore.
Take care this winter – your body and mind will thank you 💚
08/07/2025
I absolutely love teaching baby massage to new (or expectant) parents! Once the correct techniques and sequences are learnt, it’s a tool parents can use throughout their child’s life - not just for babies but right up to teenage years. A skill for life!
My next Baby Massage course starts Saturday 19th July at MAMA Midwifery Practice
TWO SPOTS left - or you can join the Saturday session as an introduction.
This weekend, I’m celebrating the shortest day of the year – and my birthday! 🥳
To spread a little warmth, I’m offering 20% OFF all online product purchases until Sunday night!
This is the perfect time to stock up on your winter aromatherapy favourites ❄️🌿
💛 Use code: BIRTHDAY20 at checkout
🛍️ Link in bio to shop
(Excludes gift vouchers & workshops)
Thank you for supporting my small biz – it means the world! 💚
17/06/2025
Winter is well and truly upon us here in Melbourne ❄️
Not my favourite season: but a good excuse to slow down, hibernate and experiment with soup and porridge recipes 😊
Do you dread this time of year, entering winter full of trepidation, expecting a merry go round of illnesses in the family?
Would you like to be empowered to do more to enhance the health of yourself and your family?
Essential oils can help you do this. I have been so grateful to have these aromatic resources at my fingertips since before I had children. Nowadays the family come to me as soon as they feel a sore throat or a little off colour so we can implement some treatment straight away.
Essential oils may help in the following ways:
🌿supporting the immune system
🌿treating symptoms of colds and flu
🌿reducing the severity and duration of infections
🌿helping prevent the spread of infections to other members of the family
If you’d like more info, I have several blogs on my website discussing the use of essential oils for colds and flu; link in bio.
Need to stock up on aromatherapy essentials for winter? Stay tuned for a very special sale coming up this weekend!! 🎉
How are you feeling about winter??
27/05/2025
Have you had the delight of experiencing Love Tea?
It’s the tea I use in my own home and it’s also in some of Mother Nurture’s special gift packs for mums and mums to be.
I am very happy to use and recommend Love Tea because it’s:
🍵 Certified organic
🍵 Designed by a naturopath
🍵 Made in Australia
🍵 Has biodegradable packaging
🍵 Has both loose leaf and pyramid options
🍵 Delicious whilst providing health benefits too
I💚Love Tea!
12/05/2025
Next Baby Massage course .au starts on 25th May and there's only 3 spots left.
Did you know that all the benefits of baby massage are evidence-based? And the benefits aren’t just for baby but parents too.
These benefits include:
• Reduced crying time
• Improved sleep
• Improved mood
• Relief from wind, colic, reflux and constipation
• Boosts immune system
• Relief of sinus and chest congestion
• Enhanced bonding & confidence in parents
I absolutely love teaching baby massage to new (or expectant) parents! Once the correct techniques and sequences are learnt, it’s a tool parents can use throughout their child’s life - not just for babies but right up to teenage years. A skill for life!
Buy a Mother Nurture gift voucher this Mother's Day and get a $20 UPGRADE!
Gift Vouchers can be used for massage, aromatherapy consults, scar therapy, baby massage classes or online product purchase.
💐Link in bio to purchase 💐
08/05/2025
Love getting this feedback; really makes my week! 💚
01/05/2025
Mother’s day is 10 days away!
I am in the business of nurturing mums, so Mother Nurture has a range of gift options for this Mother's Day with a few specials on offer.
💐Gift Vouchers for Massage
make wonderful gifts for busy mums, encouraging some quality time-out. The focus is on nurturing: easing aches and pains, settling the nervous system and allowing time to rest.
💐Gift Vouchers for Baby Massage
The skill of baby massage makes a wonderful addition to a parent’s toolbox, bringing the benefits of improved sleep, enhanced bonding and relief from colic and reflux.
Gift vouchers can also be used for online product purchase.
💐Aromatherapy gifts & gift packs
Mother Nurture has a wide range of products for mums, including essential oil blends, aroma roll-ons, massage oils and skin care.
Plus great gift pack options which include products, massage & baby massage vouchers.
Gifts can be sent direct to recipient if preferred and can include a gift card with words of your choice. Orders can also be picked up in clinic.
FREE upgrade to EXPRESS SHIPPING for all orders placed before 7th May.
07/04/2025
Did you know there are many different types of lavender, thyme and chamomile?
There can be hundreds of different plants with the same common name, that in fact have different botanical names (also known as Latin names). This means the essential oil from these plants can vary widely in their chemistry.
Botanical names are specific to the species of plant we extract the essential oil from. Knowing exactly which essential oil you’re using is important, as it can impact:
For example, ‘Lavender’ could mean Lavandula angustifolia (also known as “true lavender) or Lavandula latifolia (Spike lavender). “Chamomile” could mean Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) or German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) or a few other options.
Latin is a bit of a lost language, but it’s necessary to be aware of its significance in the plant world. I actually love languages (mostly those founded on Latin) and find the Latin names of plants and their associated essential oils interesting and sometimes funny! One of my favourites is Cymbopogan martini (Palmarosa) – it sounds like an interesting cocktail! 😆
SO – can you see why it’s extremely important to know the botanical name of your essential oils?
11/03/2025
So wonderful teaching this beautiful family baby massage.💚
If you can't make the group baby massage courses, private sessions are always an option. You can pick a time that suits the whole family and we can adapt the class to your baby's needs.
Next baby massage course .au starts this Saturday and has 2 spots left. It is also possible to just attend one session as an introduction.
Link in bio or DM me for more info.
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Mother Nurture aims to provide personalised care of women as well as empowering them with tools (such as aromatherapy and infant massage) to help care for their families. Caring for mothers often includes support for the whole family.
Mother Nurture achieves these goals in three ways.
1. Personalised consultations and treatments from a qualified, experienced practitioner in a nurturing & comfortable environment.
2. The provision of high quality, natural products and personalised remedies, created with expertise.
3. Education on Aromatherapy and Infant Massage through workshops, conferences and written articles.
Mother Nurture: using mother nature to nurture mothers. This was essentially the vision.
Mother Nurture: using mother nature to nurture mothers. This was essentially the vision. Drawing on her qualifications and experience as a midwife, clinical aromatherapist and a mum, Sonya delights in the opportunity to support women on a personal level to enhance their wellbeing from preconception through to pregnancy, motherhood and beyond.