Services Overview

Birth is an important event, and you only want the best for you, your baby and family.  Pregnancy can be a time of overwhelming - and often conflicting - information.  Sorting this information is a major challenge, and frustratingly, you still may not discover the services and advice that you need for your unique pregnancy and birth.

melissa maimann midwifeAt Essential Birth Consulting, I understand these concerns and offer a range of services to meet your needs.  I provide choice of place of birth (home birth, hospital birth or birth centre), as well as a range of pregnancy and birth services.  I work for you, not your care-giver or hospital / birth centre.  All advice is offered with your interests in mind.  

Many women believe that all they need do to achieve a safe birth is to see an obstetrician or go to the best hospital.  While there is some truth in this, a deeper understanding of pregnancy and birth can help you negotiate the care you need and achieve a safer and healthier birth for you and your baby.

I see my role as supporting you, whether you are planning home birth or a hospital birth.

I understand that convenience is important to you, so services may be provided in your home, and before / after hours and weekend appointments are available.  Alternatively, families may choose to attend my Bexley clinic.

Families pay an hourly rate for all services.

 

Ask about our FREE Calmbirth (R) classes!

 

Important info about Medicare, fees and midwifery