Sunny Bumps

Prepare for Birth, Nourish Your Body, and Build Your Village

Join our Pregnancy Mothers Group, a 6-week face-to-face journey designed to empower and support you through your pregnancy. Led by a team of experienced health professionals, each session blends expert advice, practical tips, and a nurturing environment to help you feel prepared, confident, and connected. With small group sizes, tailored resources, and time to bond with other mums, this program is your chance to prioritise your well-being and create lasting connections that extend beyond birth.

  • Expert-Led Education from experienced Health Professionals.

    Each week features a guest speaker, including a Physiotherapist, Dietitian, Midwife, Lactation Consultant and Paediatric Physiotherapist. Learn about topics like preparing your body for birth, fuelling your pregnancy, feeding and newborn development.

  • Tailored resources and ongoing support.

    Receive a take-home booklet filled with expert tips, key insights, helpful links, and exclusive offers from our presenters. Plus, stay connected with fellow mums via a WhatsApp group for continued support and friendship.

  • Intimate, meaningful group setting.

    Join a small, supportive group of mums-to-be at a similar stage in pregnancy. Build lasting connections while ensuring all your questions are answered in a comfortable, friendly space.

  • Refreshments and relaxation.

    Enjoy a welcoming environment with pregnancy-friendly refreshments each week, including tea, water, and nourishing snacks like bliss balls.

  • Pre and Postnatal Pilates (premium option).

    Upgrade to the Premium Package for 6 weeks of unlimited pre and postnatal Pilates, plus an ultrasound pelvic floor assessment for added strength and recovery.

  • Convenient location.

    Join us Thursday nights (6:45–7:45 PM) at Nuform Pilates commencing on 16th January 2025, with expert-led 1 hour sessions. Each week includes a 30 minute expert talk and 30 minute guided networking with other pregnant women. Perfectly timed to fit your lifestyle as you prepare for your journey into motherhood.

The Experts

Midwife

Beth Ryan

Beth Ryan is a highly experienced childbirth educator and midwife dedicated to empowering expectant parents with practical knowledge and support throughout their pregnancy journey. With a passion for accessible and evidence-based information, Beth regularly holds birthing classes both online and face to face through her business Powerbirth. Combining professional expertise with a warm, approachable style, Beth is committed to helping families navigate this transformative time with clarity and confidence.

Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

Mary dowswell

Mary Dowswell brings over four decades of experience to the table as one of our esteemed workshop experts. With an impressive background as a neonatal nurse for 40+ years, a midwife for 36 years, and an IBCLC Lactation Consultant for over 21 years, Mary is a true authority in maternal and infant care.

Mary’s expertise spans essential topics such as skin-to-skin bonding, responsive feeding, and antenatal expressing of colostrum at 36 weeks. Her practical, evidence-based insights and warm, supportive approach have made her a trusted guide for countless families navigating the newborn journey.

Dietitian

Gia Stewart

Gia Stewart is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a passion for helping women thrive during pregnancy. Specialising in pregnancy nutrition, Gia provides evidence-based, personalised advice to ensure both you and your baby receive the nutrients needed for optimal health and development. Her approach focuses on empowering expectant mothers with practical strategies to balance their energy, support their changing bodies, and prepare for the demands of childbirth and breastfeeding. With Gia’s guidance, you’ll feel confident and nourished throughout your pregnancy and postnatal journey.

Paediatric

Physiotherapist

Shabnam Moledina

Shabnam Moledina is an experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist who specialises in neonatal and newborn development out of her practice Little Heroes Physiotherapy. With a warm, family-centred approach, Shabnam is dedicated to empowering parents with knowledge and strategies to support their baby’s growth. Her expertise spans typical and atypical development, ensuring every child is nurtured to their fullest potential.

PhysioTherapist

Brianna Edwards

Brianna is a highly skilled Physiotherapist with advanced post-graduate qualifications furthering her knowledge in pregnancy and postpartum management. Brianna has extensive expertise in addressing the unique physical challenges women face during this transformative time. From managing pelvic floor health and addressing pregnancy-related discomfort to optimising recovery post-birth, Brianna provides tailored, evidence-based treatment to support women at every stage. Her compassionate and personalised approach empowers women to feel strong, confident, and well-prepared for the demands of motherhood.

Child and Family Therapist

Group Facilitator - ERin Delaney

Erin Delaney is a dedicated child and family therapist with over 8 years of experience in the healthcare sector. Holding a Bachelor of Psychology, Erin specialises in supporting children and families with complex needs. Her expertise includes facilitating parent groups and collaborating with allied health professionals to create effective support plans for families. As a first-time mum herself, Erin brings a fresh perspective and heartfelt understanding to her role in supporting new and expecting mothers. Drawing on her professional and personal experiences, Erin fosters open and meaningful discussions, helping mums navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood with confidence and connection.

Content

  • Brianna, an experienced physiotherapist, will guide you through essential strategies to prepare your body for labour and delivery. This session focuses on evidence-based techniques to reduce the risk of tearing and optimise your pelvic floor health, helping you feel confident and empowered as you approach childbirth.

  • Midwife Beth will share her expertise on labour, particularly around practical tips to help you work with pain. Leave this session feeling more informed, prepared, and confident as you approach your birthing journey.

  • Join Gia Stewart, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and expert in postpartum nutrition, for an insightful session on fuelling your body in the early days of motherhood. Gia will guide you through understanding the unique nutritional needs of postpartum recovery, including how to support your healing, energy levels, and breastfeeding journey. With her practical advice, you'll learn how to prepare simple, nourishing meals and snacks that fit into your new routine, setting you up for a more energised transition into motherhood.

  • Shabnam Moledina, a skilled physiotherapist specialising in paediatric care, will guide you through the fascinating world of newborn development. This session will cover what to expect in your baby's early milestones and how to support their growth through purposeful play strategies. Shabnam will share practical tips to help you create a nurturing environment that encourages your baby’s physical, sensory, and motor development.

  • Brianna will provide expert guidance on setting yourself up for the best possible recovery during the early weeks postpartum. This session offers tailored advice for both caesarean and vaginal births, covering strategies to manage pain, support healing, and ease back into movement safely. You’ll gain practical tools and knowledge to navigate the early postpartum period with confidence and care.

  • In the final week of the Sunny Bumps course, Mary Dowswell, shares her unparalleled expertise in maternal and infant care.

    This session covers essential topics such as skin-to-skin bonding, responsive feeding, and antenatal expressing of colostrum at 36 weeks.

    Mary’s practical, evidence-based advice and nurturing approach will leave you feeling confident and ready to care for your newborn. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most experienced and trusted professionals in the field!

Wait List.

We are sorry to say our January program is now full. We will be running another program in April 2025, if you are interested please express your interest via this form and you will be the first to be contacted when registrations open.

Join US

Sunny Bumps Only

Over $800 worth of inclusions

$299

One time payment

Enrol now to secure your spot—start your journey to an informed and supported pregnancy and postpartum today!

✓ 6 Weeks of education and networking with other mum’s

✓ Learn evidence based information from leading health professionals

✓ Feel supported throughout your pregnancy and postpartum

Sunny BumpS & Move

Over $1000 worth of inclusions

$699

One time payment

Enrol now to secure your spot—start your journey to an informed and supported pregnancy and postpartum today!

✓6 Weeks of education and networking with other mum’s

✓ Learn evidence based information from leading health professionals

✓ Feel supported throughout your pregnancy and postpartum

✓ 6 Weeks of limited pre and postnatal Pilates sessions to strengthen and support your body during pregnancy and recovery.

✓ Individual Physiotherapist Pelvic Floor Assessment appointment to ensure safe and effective exercises tailored to your needs.

✓ Comprehensive guidance from health experts combined with the physical and mental benefits of Pilates.

Frequently asked questions

  • If your due date is after the 01/03/2024 then this course is for you.

    This program is designed for pregnant women at any stage of their pregnancy who want to prepare their bodies and minds for birth, learn from health experts, and connect with other mums.

  • Your registration includes access to all six sessions with expert guest speakers, a take-home booklet with tips and resources, pregnancy-friendly refreshments, and ongoing support through a WhatsApp group for participants.

  • Each group is intentionally kept small, with only 10 spots available. This ensures a more personalised experience and allows time for all your questions to be answered.

  • The program runs at Nuform Pilates Kiama every Thursday night from 6:45–7:45 PM, starting January 16th and ending February 20th.

  • Yes! The Premium Package includes 6 weeks of unlimited pre- and postnatal Pilates and an Individual Physiotherapist Pelvic Floor assessment to help you build strength and prepare for recovery.

  • Sign ups for this round are not yet open. The ensure you get priority access join our waitlist above.