Your Educator (Rhonda Pawlowski)
Rhonda qualified as an international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) in 2015 and enjoys working with parents, to help with issues with breastfeeding, sleep and settling, cry-fuss problems and all of the emotions that go with the adjustment of having a baby.
She is a qualified Possums accredited neuro-protective developmental care (or NDC) practitioner. The “Possums” approach is a gentle, evidence-based approach grounded in neuroscience; working with each family’s individual values offering practical help with issues with feeding, sleep and unsettled behaviour (or cry-fuss problems).
“I have a passion for supporting the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of families, and really enjoy working with the practical aspects of lactation support, emotional and practical support with unsettled baby behaviour and sleep; as difficulties in these areas can have a big impact on perinatal and infant mental health.”
Breastfeeding Education Class
Our breastfeeding class covers a range of topics that are listed below. Perfect for mums to be!
- Physiology of the breast
- What to expect the first few days after birth
- Fit and hold (bringing baby to the breast)
- Breastfeeding positons
- When to seek help
Sleeping and Settling Class
Perfect for new parents navigating the challenges of a newborn and for expecting mums who are after a head start on understanding their newborns sleep.
- Expectations for your newborn – what is normal?
- Education e.g. circadian clock/rhythms for newborns
- Sensory nourishment
- Tips for unsettled baby behaviour
“Day naps “take the edge off” baby’s rising sleep pressure (that drowsy, sleepy feeling) -it’s ok if your bubba needs a short nap, or a long nap. You don’t need to hit a certain magic number, it’s ok to go with the flow and experiment with what works for your family”.
Upcoming sessions
Wednesday 16th August- Online Breastfeeding Education session (Code- OBE).
- Time: 7.15pm-8.00pm
- Cost: $40 per person/couple
Thursday 24th August – Online Sleep and Settling Education session (Code- OSS).
- Time: 7.15pm-8.00pm
- Cost: $40 per person/couple
Friday 1st September- In clinic Breastfeeding/Sleep and Settling Education session (Code- CBSE)
- $70 per couple/person at GLOW Clinic
- Session Time: 9.30am-11.00am
How to book
Fill out the link below to register and the friendly admin team will contact you to complete the process and take payment. Payment is required 48 hours before your session or at the time of booking.
In the message section please make note of which session you would like to book using the codes above.
Please contact the team on 9769 5606 for any questions.