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Iron Infusions are still AVAILABLE. Click Here
The Midwifery Centre is currently CLOSED
This is likely a permanate closure. No pregnancy or postnatal care is available. For Postnatal Midwifery care / TENS hire or Lactation Support, Please contact Felicity at My Birth Geelong.
Our Services
The Midwifery Centre was established in 2021 by Midwife, Tanya Hodgkinson.
It was created to offer women and their families an alternative to hospital based maternity care. The Midwifery Centre is a home visiting continuity of care service that provides Antenatal Shared Care and Private Postnatal Services to Geelong, Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula.
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We offer a range of additional services including TENS machine hire, IV Iron Infusion and IV hydration (for Hyperemesis Gravidarum). We also stock Essential Oils, Affirmation Cards, Colostrum Expressing Kits, Bath Soaks, Breastfeeding and Pumping Supplies, as well as a range of birth and postnatal essentials.
Why Choose Us?
Shared Care Midwifery
We are the only Shared Care Midwifery Service which formally works with University Hospital Geelong
As a result, we can provide a small team of midwives who give you a consistent and quality experience throughout your Journey
Extensive Experience
Our midwifery team is highly experienced in a variety of birth settings. We have over a decade of experience working in multiple hospitals, both public and private, within Geelong and Greater Melbourne.
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When cared for by the team at The Midwifery Centre, you can trust that we've seen almost everything. We pride ourselves on our ability to work collaboratively with the hospital and its many staff allowing for improved continuity and coordination of your care. We aim to provide all women with empowerment and knowledge for their birthing journey and ensure they feel safe, respected and heard
Comprehensive Service
As Endorsed Private Practicing Midwives, we have the ability to order Ultrasounds, Blood tests, and a range of screening tests. We can also prescribe basic medications for pregnancy related issues.
Network
With our ongoing commitment and reputation in the industry, we can recommend other health professionals in adjoining services such as Lactation Consultants, Women's Health Physio's, Childbirth Educators (Hypnobirth, CalmBirth, She Births), Pregnancy and Remedial Massage, Chiropractors, Nutritionists, Family/Women's Health GP's and much more.