Journey from Womanhood to Motherhood with WithYou Talks!

WithYou Talks is a series for women* and their supporting partners on the Mornington Peninsula who are on the transformational journey from womanhood to motherhood, or planning to take that step. Join us for cosy-couch and heart-warming talks, curated just for you, with topical conversations by With You Midwifery & Friends – a community of knowledge specialists who understand the intricacies of pre-pregnancy and pregnancy journeys. Our talks are hosted in-person so you can ask all your questions and meet others on a similar journey to you. Discover, Connect, Thrive!

Talk #2: Embracing Movement in Pregnancy

Dive into topics like safe exercise, optimal foetal positioning, and debunking some active pregnancy misconceptions. Don't miss out on expert insights tailored for Mornington Peninsula active mothers-to-be like you! Whether it's your first pregnancy or you're seeking a better-time pregnancy, there's knowledge and community here waiting for you.

💬 In conversation with...

Jemma Williams
Women's Health Physio, Peninsula Pelvic Health

Jemma brings expertise honed through a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and post-graduate studies in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. With a client-centred approach, she specialises in bladder and bowel issues, post-surgical recovery, and pre-and post-pregnancy care. Jemma's passion for pelvic health extends to addressing sexual and persistent pelvic pain. Committed to empowerment and support, Jemma fosters a welcoming environment where all individuals can flourish in their pelvic health journey.

Jo Ford
Founder of Bodybump & Pregnancy Fitness Specialist

Jo draws from her own pregnancy journey to support women seeking fitness during pregnancy. With expertise in aqua fitness and pregnancy meditation, she offers evidence-based advice and advocates for exercise's transformative role in pregnancy. Active in Pilates, strength training and yoga, she enjoys high-intensity workouts like bootcamps and boxing. Through Bodybump, Jo provides a trusted resource for expectant mothers, navigating mixed messages about safe exercise and empowering them to maintain their fitness journey during pregnancy.

Sarah Carmody
Social Worker, Mum and Wellness & Fitness Participant

Sarah is a family social worker working in a primary school with vulnerable families including those experiencing family violence, drug and alcohol issues and mental health issues. Health and fitness are really important to Sarah for maintaining not only physical health, but positive mental health too. Sarah is also a mother of two, and is thankful for the incredible positive pregnancies and births she experienced.

Hosted by Penelope Watson
With You Midwifery

Penny is a very experienced Midwife of 26+ years, and is the founder of With You Midwifery. She is on a mission to spread her love of education, empowering and supporting women through their antenatal, birth and postpartum journeys through a continuity of Midwife care model. On a mission to rekindle women's villages, she is also the host of WithYou Talks, an inspiring talk series that brings together multiple knowledge specialists around a topic for live audiences.

💫 What to expect...

Pre-talk snack boards and refreshments by local businesses
Intimate women's circle format
Hear from a range of holistic wellbeing practitioners on one topic
Q&A time to ask questions of multidisciplinary panel members
Showbag with peninsula-based sponsor gifts
Post-talk networking and socialisation

🏃‍♀️ Running order

6:30-7:00pm: Meet'n'greet with refreshments
7:00-8:00pm: Panel talk with Q&A
8:00-8:30pm: Post-event socialisation & community building

👩‍🎓 About WithYou Talks

Immerse yourself in a nurturing environment, adorned with the wisdom of a panel of Peninsula-based practitioners and business owners. Snack on delectable treats provided by our local collaborators while you absorb valuable insights.

This isn't just a talk series: it's a community-led dialogue. Your questions, thoughts and experiences are not just welcomed but celebrated. Join us for an enriching experience where you'll find a space to participate, ask questions and share your journey with fellow women and mothers-to-be.

🗓️ Upcoming talks

Talk #3 Preparing for Labor & Things I Wish I'd Known
Talk #4 Nutrition for Lactation & Breastfeeding
Talk #5 Postnatal Transformations: Physical, Mental & Sexual Health
Talk #6 The Fourth Trimester: Your Recovery, Healing and Newborn Wellbeing

Follow us for announcements for future WithYou Talks. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to empower yourself with knowledge, build connections and embrace the beauty of creating a community going through a unique journey together. Let's navigate the path from womanhood to motherhood together — because we're With You, every step of the way.

Secure your spot now! RSVP for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and love.

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*WithYou Talks is an inclusive event. We invite anyone who identifies as woman or resonates with sisterhood to participate in this event.

WithYou Talks also welcomes mothers with babes in arms (7 months and under) to join us for this event.