Hi there! I’m Kate.
And because starting off with a list of credentials feels a bit impersonal, let’s kick things off with some ‘get-to-know-me’ kind of stuff. I’m a total birth nerd (like, seriously obsessed with how amazing the human body is), a chocolate addict with zero shame about my habit, and mum to two awesome early teens who keep me on my toes, plus two pampered cats who definitely think they run the household. My supportive hubby puts up with my birth talk at dinner and my tendency to get way too excited about pelvis positioning. I’m that person who genuinely loves deep, open conversations, the kind where we dig into the stuff that really matters. I’m also a former physical theatre performer, which basically means I’m not afraid to get a bit animated when I’m explaining how your body works (look out for those big arm movements in class, because I like to talk with my hands). My thing? Empowering couples to feel confident and informed about their birth choices. Because I believe you should be in the driver’s seat to your birth experience, not anyone else.
I hypnobirthed with both of my babies, and those experiences completely changed the trajectory of my life.
My first birth was in hospital, and it went really well. My partner and I worked as an incredible team (shoutout to the hypnobirthing course for that!), I felt supported and empowered, and honestly? I walked away feeling like I could conquer the world. That experience gave me this strong pull to help other couples feel that same sense of empowerment. But it wasn’t until my second baby that I really knew this was my calling. My bub decided to arrive feet first (breech) at home in my bathroom and then I birthed him on my hands and knees on my bed… and wow, what a ride that was! Even though it was an incredible experience, it was nothing like I’d imagined. My pregnancy had ups and downs, there was a lot of pressure in the lead up to the birth, there were special circumstances, changes in my model of care… and having to navigate the hospital system in ways I never expected. But having tools and techniques and knowledge to support me through that journey was everything. I honestly don’t know how I would have managed without it all. And that’s when it became crystal clear to me that other couples needed this support too. Especially when things don’t go exactly to plan.
The Qualifications Bit…
After birthing my two kids, I dove headfirst into studying everything I could get my hands on.
I became a certified Hypnobirthing Australia™ Practitioner and I’m so proud to have been teaching the Positive Birth Program since 2017. I’m also a Childbirth Educator (HPCE), trained in hypnosis and a Body Ready Method® pro – because I’m a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to staying up to date with the latest info.
I’ve done courses and workshops with the best in the birthing world: Spinning Babies, ibirthprofessionals, Evidence-Based Birth, Rhea Dempsey, Dr. Rachel Reed, Dr. Hazel Keedle, Dr. Sarah Buckley, Dr. Sara Wickham, and my amazing Body Ready Method training with Lindsay McCoy. All of these amazing people have filled my birthing toolbox with knowledge, wisdom, and techniques that I absolutely love sharing with couples.
How I Can Support You…
I run the Hypnobirthing Australia™ Positive Birth Program and Body Ready Birth workshops on the Gold Coast, plus I offer private coaching sessions where I can call on all of my experience and training. Now that I have additional training as a Body Ready Method® pro, I love being able to offer even more knowledge, tools, and techniques to the couples I support.
Here’s what I truly believe: each birth is unique, and you deserve to have all the information you need to make decisions that feel right for you. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or anything in between, my job is to give you the tools to feel confident and empowered.
I live and breathe this work, but I also like to have a bit of fun and a good laugh in class. My classes are down-to-earth and practical. You and your partner will walk away with tools, knowledge, and definitely a new sense of confidence in yourselves and each other as a team.
Because at the end of the day, that’s what this is all about… empowering you to have your best birth, whatever that looks like for you.
If you’re ready to chat about how I can help you make your birth experience a really confident, positive one? Get in touch. Love to hear from you.
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Kind Words From Amazing Mamas I’ve Supported…
“Kate was genuinely made for this role! Her knowledge combined with her incredible energy allows future parents to feel their utmost confident leading up to the birth.”
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Natasha
“What stood out to me is Kate’s personalised approach to each couple’s unique situations and needs. Whatever kind of birth you are planning for, you can rest assured that Kate will have the best support for you :)”
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Eleni
“Kate’s support was unwavering – she made time for phone calls and checked in on me after the birth to hear my story and ensure I was doing well.”
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Monika
Read my breech birth story…
My Accidental Unassisted Breech Homebirth
I never imagined I would have a breech baby; let alone have the confidence to birth him naturally; and furthermore birth him unexpectedly at home with only my husband present to catch our baby boy. I will forever be grateful for hypnobirthing which helped me through the stress of all the hospital visits in the final few weeks o…
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