Midwifery Services

This antenatal information is for women not requesting homebirth or hospital birth support. Whether it is a one-off consultation or your entire pregnancy care, I am here to meet your antenatal needs. Whether you are early on with nothing but an exciting, positive pregnancy test, or you are further along in your journey, I can visit you in the comfort of your home and provide the care and support your looking for. This is available for women living within 25km of Cairns CBD. (Homebirth and hospital birth support packages can service women further away, in surrounding regions. Such as the Cassowary Coast, Port Douglas, Mossman, Atherton Tableands).

As an Endorsed Midwife I can order pathology, ultrasounds and prescribe within the scope of Midwifery. I consult with and refer to other health professionals to support your care according to the Australian College of Midwives Guidelines for Consultation & Referral.

Prices:

Early pregnancy consultation to discuss pregnancy care options in your local area, lifestyle changes in these critical early weeks, management of early pregnancy symptoms and more. Early ultrasounds and pathology can be arranged.

$170 (Medicare rebate $72, out of pocket $98) Aproximately 60mins

Long & comprehensive consult for those choosing to have their antenatal care with Midwifery in Eden. A thorough discussion about your health & pregnancy history as well as your unique physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs. Pathology and ultrasounds can be ordered or reviewed.

$220 (Medicare rebate $107.95, out of pocket $112.05) Aproximately 90mins to 2hrs.

Standard antenatal consultations to support your pregnancy physically but also you as the mother. Comprehensive education on pregnancy and preparing for birth and life with your new baby.

$180 (Medicare rebate: $72, out of pocket $108) Aproximately 60mins.

Labour & birth preparation. Two long appointments spaced at your preference, discussing all things from optimal fetal positioning, waterbirth, management of labour discomfort, breastfeeding, wonderful placenta’s and everything in-between. The focus of the education is to support your choices and answer all your questions. I encourage your main labour and birth support person to be present with you. Prices for this education vary depending on if you are a current client of Midwifery in Eden or you are new. Contact me for information.

I offer homebirth as a package of care where I see you throughout your pregnancy, attend your birth at home and support you up to 6 weeks postnatally. This is available to women living in Cairns and surrounding regions such as the Cassowary Coast, Port Douglas, and Atherton Tablelands.

I can order pathology, ultrasounds and prescribe in the scope of Midwifery. I tailor your care to your needs and preferences and consult and refer to other healthcare providers according to the Australian College of Midwives Guidelines for Consultation & Referral. You always remain the one leading the direction of your care.

I am on call from 37 weeks for labour & birth. You will also meet the second midwife who will be present at your birth alongside me.

You have your appointments & birth in the comfort of your home. Your Eden.

Included in the package is a birth pool on loan to use for birth and a TENS machine also. Payment plans are available, and all telephone consults are bulk billed for Medicare eligible clients. Payment plans available to suit your needs.

Potential additional costs:

Travel (if over 25kms from Cairns CBD)

Entonox (Nitrous oxide & Oxygen) is available when arranged prior to labour

Price: $6000 (+ $800 for second Midwife fee)

Medicare rebate available: approximately $2000-2300

Out of pocket: approximately $3700-4000 (+ $800 for second Midwife fee)

I offer planned hospital birth support as a package of care where I see you throughout your pregnancy, attend your hospital birth as a support person, and support you up to 6 weeks postnatally. This is available to women living in Cairns and surrounding regions such as the Cassowary Coast, Port Douglas, and Atherton Tablelands.

I can order pathology, ultrasounds and prescribe in the scope of Midwifery. I tailor your care to your needs and preferences and consult and refer to other healthcare providers according to the Australian College of Midwives Guidelines for Consultation & Referral. You always remain the one leading the direction of your care.

I am on call from 37 weeks for labour & birth at your chosen hospital and can provide early labour care in your home if suitable. This can be great when deciding the right time to go into hospital.

You have your appointments in the comfort of your home. Your Eden.

Included in your package is a TENS machine on loan if desired. Payment plans available and all telephone consults are bulk billed for Medicare eligible clients. Payment plans available to suit your needs.

Potential additional costs:

Travel (if over 25kms from Cairns CBD)

During labour/birth after 12hrs of support an additional $80/hr

Price: $4800

Medicare rebate available: approximately $2000-2300

Out of pocket: approximately $2500-2800

This postnatal information is for women not requesting homebirth or hospital birth support. Woman centred, postnatal care for you and your baby at home. I can care for you up to 6 weeks postnatally with as many or as little appointments as you need. Available for women living within 25kms of Cairns CBD.

I can come alongside you as you adjust to life with your new baby, and growing family. In the postnatal period, sometimes called the “fourth trimester” women’s bodies recover from pregnancy and birth and adjust to meeting the needs of their baby who is now earthside! Not only this, mothers can also move through any emotions from the birthing experience and early days with the new baby. The whole household shifts into a new stage of life and regular home visits from a Midwife can help you and your family feel confident and supported.

I can order pathology if needed, and can prescribe within the scope of Midwifery, this can include contraception if desired.

Price:

First consultation $200 (Medicare rebate $158.75, out of pocket $41.25) Aproximately 90mins to 2hrs.

Ongoing consultations $180 (Medicare rebate $105.85, out of pocket $74.18) Aproximately 60mins

Complex needs consultations will be a long appointment, and price will be the same as initial appointment above.