Newcastle Mums and Bubs
Group Sessions
Thrive Antenatal Education Package
Session One : The Fourth TrimesterAntenatal Breastfeeding, Sleep and Settling Education
Many parents tell us they wish they had learned more about breastfeeding, sleep, and settling before their baby arrived.
Session One is led by our experienced GP Lactation Consultants, Colleen van Laar and Lisa Collins from Newcastle Mums and Bubs. The breastfeeding section discusses reasons to breastfeed, how breastfeeding works, the practicalities of breastfeeding and lots of common questions. The sleep and settling section covers normal newborn sleep and behaviours as well as tips and tricks to help settle your baby.
If you are not local to the Newcastle area or prefer to learn from home, our webinar version of this class is a great alternative. Visit our Webinar page to find out more.
Session Two: Preparing for Caesarean Birth and Wellbeing in Pregnancy and the Postnatal Period
The first part of session two is for anyone wanting to learn more about having a caesarean birth. This may be planned or simply to feel prepared in case of an unplanned one. Learn what to expect before, during and after surgery, pain relief, recovery and special considerations caring for your baby.
The second half of session two focuses on your psychological wellbeing. Crossing the bridge into parenthood can be a challenging time for many families. Preparing in pregnancy can make the transition feel smoother and more positive. Learn about emotional changes, building your support network, setting boundaries and managing family and friends, common postpartum myths, practical coping strategies and how to recognise when to seek extra help.
Session Two is facilitated by Pip Johnson from Butterfly Women’s Psychology and Kate Drew from Collective Wisdom.
Pip is an experienced psychologist and childbirth educator, while Kate brings a wealth of experience as a midwife, childbirth educator and child and family health nurse.
These group sessions are suitable from around 30 weeks gestation.
We encourage couples to come to both sessions to allow for connection with other parents-to-be.
Session dates are available on our booking page.
Please scan the QR code below for further information and bookings.
All sessions are from 7:00 to 9:00pm.Both sessions (recommended):
$119 per coupleIndividual session: $59 per couple
Many parents tell us they wish they had learned more about breastfeeding, sleep, and settling before their baby arrived.
Session One is led by our experienced GP Lactation Consultants, Colleen van Laar and Lisa Collins from Newcastle Mums and Bubs. The breastfeeding section discusses reasons to breastfeed, how breastfeeding works, the practicalities of breastfeeding and lots of common questions. The sleep and settling section covers normal newborn sleep and behaviours as well as tips and tricks to help settle your baby.
If you are not local to the Newcastle area or prefer to learn from home, our webinar version of this class is a great alternative. Visit our Webinar page to find out more.
Session Two: Preparing for Caesarean Birth and Wellbeing in Pregnancy and the Postnatal Period
The first part of session two is for anyone wanting to learn more about having a caesarean birth. This may be planned or simply to feel prepared in case of an unplanned one. Learn what to expect before, during and after surgery, pain relief, recovery and special considerations caring for your baby.
The second half of session two focuses on your psychological wellbeing. Crossing the bridge into parenthood can be a challenging time for many families. Preparing in pregnancy can make the transition feel smoother and more positive. Learn about emotional changes, building your support network, setting boundaries and managing family and friends, common postpartum myths, practical coping strategies and how to recognise when to seek extra help.
Session Two is facilitated by Pip Johnson from Butterfly Women’s Psychology and Kate Drew from Collective Wisdom.
Pip is an experienced psychologist and childbirth educator, while Kate brings a wealth of experience as a midwife, childbirth educator and child and family health nurse.
These group sessions are suitable from around 30 weeks gestation.
We encourage couples to come to both sessions to allow for connection with other parents-to-be.
Session dates are available on our booking page.
Please scan the QR code below for further information and bookings.
All sessions are from 7:00 to 9:00pm.Both sessions (recommended):
$119 per coupleIndividual session: $59 per couple
Please note: No Medicare rebate is available
Dates for 2026:
| Session 1 | Session 2 |
| 19th March | 26th Match |
| 7th May | 14th May |
| 18th June | 25th June |
| 30th July | 6th August |
| 17th September | 24th September |
| 29th October | 5th November |
| 3rd December | 10th December |
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Group sessions do not have Medicare rebates
Thrive Parenting - Postnatal Group Sessions for New Parents
Small group education and connection sessions to help you navigate the first year with your baby and parent with confidence. Each group runs for four sessions every two weeks.
Dates for 2026
Life changes in many big ways when we welcome a baby into our family. Figuring out what works for us amidst a sea of information and differing opinions can often leave us overwhelmed and unsure.
Thrive Parenting is about bringing together small groups of Newcastle parents to connect while sharing quality information to help you parent in a way that feels right for you.
A collaboration between Newcastle Mums and Bubs, Collective Wisdom, Butterfly Women’s Psychology, Made to Move Kids Physiotherapy and Newcastle Paediatric Speech Pathology. We bring together lived experience and extensive professional training across a broad range of topics to help you thrive.
Topics covered are:
Topics covered are:
baby sleep
play and movement
adjusting to parenting
starting solids
There is also plenty of time for questions and conversation about all things baby and parenting.
Book early to avoid missing out, numbers are limited to maintain the small group nature of the sessions.
Fee $195 for all 4 sessions. No Medicare rebate is available. All groups run on Tuesdays and start at 9.30am.
Dates for 2026
GROUP 2
Babies Born Mar / Apr
5 May • 19 May • 2 Jun • 16 Jun
GROUP 3
Babies Born Jun / Jul
4 Aug • 18 Aug • 1 Sep • 15 Sep
GROUP 4
Babies Born Aug / Sep
13 Oct • 27 Oct • 10 Nov • 24 Nov
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Group sessions do not have Medicare rebates
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At Newcastle Mums and Bubs, we care about your well-being as parents. We use evidence-based methods and a holistic approach to support your journey and make parenting enjoyable.
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