Holly

Hello! I am Holly (she/her). I am based in Naarm, Melbourne, with roots from the south coast of Western Australia. My most important work, is as a proud mama of two beautiful boys, Finn and Jack. This gives me real, lived experience with the challenges and beauty that comes with navigating pregnancy, birth, the postnatal period and beyond.

I am a holistic, Integrative Physiotherapist with a special interest in Womens and Pelvic Health. I have a post graduate certificate in Pelvic Health and Continence through Curtin University in Western Australia, and many years of clinical experience and training under wonderful mentors including Taryn Hallam and Hillary Schwantzer. I am trained in the Art of Birth Debriefing, through Motheration, with the guidance of B (Bernadette Lack) and Lael Stone. Additionally I am qualified in treating and managing conditions of the lactating breast (blocked ducts, nipple trauma and mastitis) and teaching movement based therapies including clinical pilates. Mindfulness practices and nervous system regulation strategies are often incorporated into my work. I see every person as a whole; addressing the physical and in equal parts exploring belief systems and the surrounding environmental influences.

My intention is to provide people with a safe, trauma informed space to be heard, without judgement and to feel emotionally held. Everyone deserves an opportunity to tell their story. It is my honour to hold space for your story to be told. I believe that when we feel supported and are given the opportunity to explore the experiences and narratives we hold within our bodies, healing can take place.

Coming from a pelvic health background, I believe I am well placed to support anyone who might be challenged emotionally by any physical conditions arising during pregnancy, during birth or postnatally. Fear and overwhelming emotions can often arise from the unknown (and Google :/). My wish is to be able to support women to understand their body better, explore the layers beneath the feelings and regain faith and power in their body and themselves.

Outside of my work and the wild ride of mamahood I am happiest when among trees or big bodies of water. I love getting out in nature with family and friends, hiking, travelling, and always widening my eyes with learning.

Holly is available for

Birth Debrief

An opportunity for you to tell and honour your birth story. To unpack how it happened and why certain decisions were made. I believe every brith deserves it's story to be heard. There is no criteria here, your story is valid and worth hearing.

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Birth Preparation

Birth preparation is the process of mentally readying yourself for birth. There are many things you can do and think about to give yourself a positive, empowering birth experience. I am a highly experienced midwife in both hospital and home birth settings. I would love to help you prepare for your upcoming birth.

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Core & Floor Chats

Struggling with the head fuckery that comes with core and pelvic floor issues? Not sure what's going on for you or where to start? Needing to just tell someone your story so that you can work through it? Never fear, I am here and there isn't an issue I haven't heard about when it comes to this space. Come chat with me and let's get you started on your healing journey.

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