Welcoming a new baby can be one of life’s most beautiful and transformative experiences, but it can also come with challenges, uncertainty, and the need for extra support.
It is a privilege to walk alongside families during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood, offering practical care, evidence-informed guidance, and a nurturing presence when it is needed most. Every family’s journey is unique, and I am deeply grateful to have been invited into so many special moments.
Here are a few words from parents who have experienced support through The Village Doula.
My partner and I were gifted a one off in home massage class with Aly as a baby shower gift and could not recommend it highly enough. Aly's knowledge is incredible, there was no question she couldn't answer! And her gentle teaching style made us feel super confident to go ahead and practice on our little boy. If you are able to do the full course I'd say DO IT.
Parents of Finn | 6 weeks
I had the pleasure of having Aly as my postpartum doula, and I truly can’t recommend her enough. From the moment she walked in, she made me feel completely comfortable and cared for during a time when I really needed extra support.
Aly helped in so many practical and meaningful ways—she brought delicious lunch and snacks, did the dishes, vacuumed, and most importantly, took care of my baby so I could rest. She even taught me how to do baby massage, which was such a special bonding experience and has helped my baby in relieving wind pain.
Aly’s kindness, helpfulness, and deep knowledge really stood out. Aly has a calm, reassuring presence that made all the difference in my postpartum recovery. If you're looking for someone who will support you with genuine care and expertise, I wholeheartedly recommend Aly.
Maxine, Mama of Baby G | 3 months
We did an in home baby massage class (small group of 3 mums and bubs). Aly was wealth of knowledge and made the class so fun and enjoyable for both us mums and babies. It was a fantastic experience.
Maddy | Mum of 2
Aly was absolutely wonderful during a time when our little family truly needed extra care and support. She came to help us when our baby girl was 5 weeks old and immediately brought a sense of calm and reassurance into our home. We had been struggling with breastfeeding challenges, and Aly offered a compassionate ear, thoughtful suggestions, and hands on techniques to help us create more comfort and ease during feeds. What stood out most was her ability to support us holistically, she not only helped us emotionally and physically, but also connected us with an experienced lactation consultant who could assist with the more complex issues we were facing. As an added touch of kindness, she brought over some thoughtful staple items like sourdough, eggs, and mushrooms, which meant more than she probably knows.
Aly is kind, compassionate, and incredibly intuitive in her care. Her approach is gentle, personalised, and truly rooted in understanding the needs of new parents. I highly recommend Aly to anyone seeking postpartum support, you will be in nurturing, capable hands.
Lauren, Mum of S | 3 weeks old
Just finished the 5 week mums and bubs sessions with Aly and honestly it was one of the very best things I did in my postpartum! Aly is the nicest and wisest and most nurturing human I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. Highly recommend!
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I had a wonderful experience at the mums and bubs group run by Ally The Village Doula. Ally is such a knowledgeable, reassuring and encouraging facilitator who creates a truly supportive space for mums.
The sessions at the BCP Hub are warm and welcoming, with everything you need for a comfortable visit with your baby. I especially loved the variety of guest speakers and topics each week — from physio and starting solids to matrescence and honest chats about early motherhood. Delicious morning tea and cups of tea are a bonus.
I’ve come away with new friendships and a genuine sense of community. I’ve already recommended it to several expecting mums.
Melinda
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ALY SUPPORTS FAMILIES ACROSS NEWCASTLE, LAKE MACQUARIE, CENTRAL COAST AND PARTS OF THE HUNTER REGION.
Whether you are looking for postpartum support, baby bonding activities, emotional connection, or simply a gentle space to slow down with your baby, infant massage can be a beautiful addition to your parenting journey.
We would love to welcome you into our village.
