Regular Counsellors

Available fortnightly, qualified counsellors and mothers themselves. Regular discussions as a group on depression and anxiety related topics, children issues as well as providing 1 on 1 counselling for those who need it. Eleanor from Parenting with Potential is one of our counsellors and Sarah, who has been with Baby Bumps for about a year.

Recent events:

Baby Bumps Annual Retreat, 19 – 21 November 2010

A group retreat was held at North Head Reserve in Manly for mums to focus on baby bonding, nutrition, scheduling “time out” and how to look after ourselves. Mums responded very positively to the event and look forward to next year’s retreat. Thanks to SFNSW respite services for the relaxing weekend.

Parenting with Potential, 6 and 20 September 2010

Have you always wanted to understand your child’s  behaviour or ask how to deal tantrums and behavioural issues? Then come along and find out with Eleanor from Parent with Potential. http://www.parentwithpotential.com/

Nuturing Hands Child and Family Support, 27 September 2010

Kathy O'Donnell is a registered nurse, midwife and mothercraft nurse. Kathy has more than 20 years experience working in child and maternal health. http://nurturinghandssupport.com.au/index.html

Baby Bumps Annual Retreat, 2008 and 2009

A group retreat was held at Wisemans Ferry in 2008 and 2009 for mums to focus on R and R, meditation and expressing ourselves through art therapy.

Baby Bumps Annual Retreat, 2007

A group retreat was held at on the Central Coast in 2007 for mums to take time out from family life. Mums who attended the retreat expressed a desire for this to be an annual event.