Private Midwifery Service
I now offer two models of care (MOC), providing families with safe, personalised, and collaborative options for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.
Please note: Homebirth is no longer offered for new clients. Repeat clients may discuss this option with me directly.
✨ Model of Care 1 – Shared Care with Dr. Georgia Heathcote
This model of care is for families planning to birth at the Mater Mothers’ Hospital, Brisbane.
It is a Shared Care arrangement, with Dr. Georgia Heathcote as your primary care provider and myself as your private midwife providing continuity throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period.
You receive the combined benefits of both private obstetric and private midwifery care, ensuring you are well-supported at every stage.
🔗 Learn more about Dr. Georgia Heathcote: drgeorgiaheathcote.com.au
Step 1
Meet & Greet
This first step is a telephone consultation. As many families are already referred to me by Dr. Heathcote, the purpose of this call is simply to:
- Confirm we are a good fit to work together
- Outline my role within your care
- Answer any initial questions you may have
Timing: Anytime prior to 20 weeks gestation
Location: By phone
Step 2
Antenatal Care
During pregnancy, I provide approximately 5 clinic appointments at Wellwood Health Centre in Loganholme.
Additional features of this care include:
- Development of an individualised pregnancy & labour care plan
- Option for a 37-week appointment with Charmaine Northey, who would attend your birth if I am unavailable
- A care partnership that prioritises continuity, collaboration, and informed decision-making
💡 Please note: To ensure I can provide sustainable care to families long-term, I now work on a 24/5 availability model instead of 24/7. This allows me to rest and recharge, while still ensuring that you are never without support, thanks to backup arrangements with trusted colleagues.
Timing: From your first booking until birth
Location: Wellwood Health Centre, Loganholme
Step 3
Birth
I am available to provide intrapartum care and support at the Mater Mothers’ Hospital alongside Dr. Heathcote.
Additional features of this care include:
- Optional care in early labour at home before you transfer to the Mater Mothers’ Hospital
Together, we ensure you are fully supported with compassionate, individualised care that respects your autonomy, preferences, and safety.
Timing: 37–42 weeks
Location: Mater Mothers’ Hospital, Brisbane
Step 4
Postnatal Care
After your baby is born, postnatal care is provided through a collaborative approach between myself and the Mater Mothers’ Hospital staff. Once you are discharged, I will continue your follow-up care to ensure ongoing support.
This includes:
- Home visits with myself after hospital discharge
- Regular health assessments for you and your baby
- Breastfeeding education and support
- Emotional support and adjustment to parenthood
Timing: Up to 6 weeks postpartum
Location: Your home
🔗 Learn more about Charmaine Northey at www.flourishmidwifery.net
Model of Care 2 – Continuity of Care at Matrescence Birthing Centres - Gold Coast
Launching in the New Year of 2026, I will be offering full midwifery continuity of care for families choosing to birth at the brand-new Matrescence Birthing Centres on the Gold Coast.
This centre has been designed to provide a nurturing, family-centred environment with the comfort of a homelike space and the safety of a hospital-linked service. I will be your primary midwife throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, ensuring holistic, personalised care every step of the way.
Step 1
Meet & Greet
Our first meeting is about making sure we’re the right fit for one another.
At this appointment, we will:
- Get to know each other
- Discuss my approach to continuity and woman-centred care
- Explore your unique needs, values, and preferences for pregnancy and birth
No GP referral is required to book with me under this model of care.
Timing: Anytime prior to 24 weeks gestation
Location: Wellwood Health Centre, Loganholme
Step 2
Antenatal Care
Pregnancy care is about continuity, connection, clinical care, and informed decision-making. At times, this may involve working through complex or challenging decisions together. My role is to guide you with evidence, compassion, and respect so you feel confident in the choices you make.
This includes:
- Approximately 10 antenatal clinic and Birth Centre visits
- Development of an individualised pregnancy care plan
- A 36-week visit with the second Birth Centre midwife at Matrescence Birthing Centres – Gold Coast
Timing: From your first booking until birth
Location: Wellwood Health Centre, Loganholme, and Matrescence Birth Centres – Gold Coast
Step 3
Birth
When it’s time to meet your baby, you will be supported with individualised care that respects your autonomy and strength, while ensuring you never become dependent on me to validate your choices.
Timing: Between 37–42 weeks
Location: Matrescence Birthing Centres – Gold Coast
Step 4
Postnatal Care
Postnatal care will be provided by a mix of myself and the Birth Centre midwives, depending on your needs. Care is responsive and flexible, with access to allied health services, medical professionals, and supportive postpartum packages through the Birth Centre.
This includes:
- Health assessments for you and your baby
- Breastfeeding education and support
- Emotional and practical postpartum guidance
- Coordinated referrals to allied and specialist care if required
Timing: Up to 6 weeks postpartum
Location: Your home and the Birth Centre (if required)
🔗 Learn more about Matrescence: matrescencebirthingcentres.com.au
Schedule of Fees
Model of Care 1 - Shared Care with Dr Georgia Heathcote
This option is ideal for families with private health cover who wish to access Medicare rebates and health fund support.
Model of Care 2 - Continuity of Care @ Matrescence Birth Centres - Gold Coast
Please note the following conditions
- Our appointments follow the Australian recommended pregnancy/postnatal schedule.
- A minimum of 5 long antenatal & postnatal appointments is required.
- Visits are approx. 1.5 hrs, except Pregnancy Care Plan & 2nd Midwife visits (approx. 2 hrs).
- The Meet & Greet is bulk-billed to Medicare.
- Antenatal home visits (close to term) incur a travel fee – to be determined.
- Register for Medicare Safety Net to maximise rebates.
- Non-Medicare clients are welcome.
- Some private health funds may offer additional rebates.
- Birth pool hire (includes tap connector) $250 + pool liner $80 = $330. This is for the Shared Care option if you chose to spend time at home in Early Labour.
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