Care for every stage of your journey to motherhood
Starting a family — or growing one — isn’t always straightforward. It’s common to experience a mix of excitement, uncertainty, anxiety, and hope, often all at once. These feelings are completely valid. This deeply personal time deserves care that is thoughtful, individualised, and unhurried, and I would be honoured to support you through fertility and pre-pregnancy counselling.
I offer compassionate pre-pregnancy counselling and antenatal care in Melbourne, supporting you from the planning stages through to pregnancy and birth. My approach is grounded in evidence-based medicine, clear and open communication, and a genuine understanding that every woman’s journey is different.
Every pregnancy journey is different.
You may have been trying to conceive for some time without success. You may have experienced miscarriage and feel hesitant to hope again. You might be living with a medical condition and wondering what pregnancy could look like for you. Or you may simply be at the planning stage, wanting reassurance that you’re taking the right steps.
Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to guide you with evidence-based care, clear and thoughtful information, and a gentle, grounded approach that meets you exactly where you are.
Pre-pregnancy counselling — also known as preconception counselling — is a dedicated consultation designed to help you prepare for a healthy pregnancy. It provides an opportunity to review your medical and obstetric history, discuss lifestyle factors, and address any questions or concerns you may have before trying to conceive.
A pre-pregnancy health check is often part of this process, offering personalised guidance around your overall health, fertility, and readiness for pregnancy — so you can move forward feeling informed, supported, and confident.
Preparing for pregnancy is an exciting and deeply personal time, though it can also bring moments of uncertainty. A pregnancy planning consultation in Melbourne offers the opportunity to feel supported by an obstetrician as you take your first steps toward growing your family.
Taking time to plan ahead allows you to approach pregnancy with greater clarity, address questions or concerns early, and feel more confident in the decisions you’re making. It’s a chance to reduce unnecessary stress, feel informed and prepared, and lay a strong foundation for a healthy pregnancy and family life.
During your pre-pregnancy consultation, we’ll take a thoughtful and unhurried approach to the areas that matter most as you prepare for pregnancy.
For some families, understanding potential genetic risks before pregnancy can offer clarity and reassurance. During your pre-pregnancy consultation, we can review your family history, discuss any genetic questions or concerns you may have, and explore whether genetic carrier screening may be appropriate for you.
This process isn’t about creating worry — it’s about providing clear, reliable information so you can make informed and confident decisions for your future. If specialist genetic counselling is recommended, I can arrange a referral to experienced genetic counsellors who can offer detailed guidance and ongoing support.
For those seeking a pre-pregnancy health check or reproductive health counselling in Melbourne’s inner suburbs, I offer a private, welcoming space where you can ask questions, explore your options, and feel genuinely supported through every stage of family planning. Together, we’ll focus on your health, your choices, and your individual journey toward a safe and positive pregnancy experience — with care that is thoughtful, evidence-based, and unhurried.
A referral from your GP is recommended if you wish to access a Medicare rebate, though I’m very happy to discuss options if you don’t yet have one. My aim is to make accessing care as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
To arrange a consultation, simply complete my contact form and I’ll be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
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