Our Services
Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support
Connecting with other mothers and parents who are experiencing similar challenges in the perinatal period can be immensely beneficial for your wellness.
Our Peer Support Sessions are designed to provide you with emotional support & a non-judgemental space for you to find some comfort, connection and camaraderie.
This can alleviate feelings of isolation, anxiety and depression, which 1 in every 5 Australian Mothers, and 1 in every 10 Fathers may experience during this time.
We often struggle with feelings of inadequacy or guilt during the perinatal period, particularly if we feel we are unable to meet societal expectations of parenthood.
Supportive relationships, like those that you will find at Motherhood Village sessions, will help provide you with validation and reassurance that how you are feeling is ok, and normal. We will also acknowledge the real challenges of the perinatal period, and help afirm the incredible job you are doing.
Group Sessions
(Currently Open)
The Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support group sessions are designed to connect YOU the mother or parent with other parents who are facing similar experiences. They are a time to share your stories, to feel validated, to feel heard and understood. It’s a comparison and judgement free space.
The hour session is all about supporting YOU the parent (not a regular mum’s and Bub’s playgroup). You are welcome to bring along your little one, and are equally welcome to come on your own. There is no restriction… If you are pregnant, or if your baby is six weeks, six months or 3 years… everyone is welcomed.
We support mothers and parents in all stages of the perinatal period. These sessions work best as a continued conversation and regular attendance is recommended. The sessions can help complement clinical perinatal care for a holistic approach to recovery and wellbeing.
Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support Group
Open to anyone from conception through to five years post birth. Connecting with other mothers and parents who are experiencing similar challenges in the perinatal period can be immensely beneficial.
Our Mental Health Peer Support Sessions are designed to provide you with emotional support & a non-judgemental space for you to find some comfort, connection and camaraderie. These groups are a time to share your stories, to feel validated, to feel heard and understood. It’s a comparison and judgement free space. No Referral Required. Small group so bookings are essential.
Monthly
Medical & Health Professionals Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support Group
Open to Midwives, Nurses, Doctors, any Medical and Allied Health Professionals looking for connection and the shared understanding of other mothers who are also currently facing mental health challenges during the perinatal period and early parenthood years, from the unique perspective of being a medical & health professional themselves.
Antenatal (Pregnancy) Mental Health Peer Support Group
Open to anyone in the antenatal (pregnancy) period. Everyone welcomed, mental health peer support for those who are finding the antenatal period more challenging second/third+ time round, or for those who have a prior history of mental health and are finding the antenatal period difficult.
These groups are a time to share your stories, to feel validated, to feel heard and understood. It’s a comparison and judgement free space. No Referral Required. Small group so bookings are essential
Petals Perinatal Mental Health Psychoeducation & Peer Support Group
Our free, clinically led Perinatal Mental Health Psychoeducation & Peer Support Group provides a safe, supportive space for expecting and new parents to explore their mental health, share experiences, and learn practical coping strategies.
Each session is guided by Fiona Aston, a passionate psychologist from Petals Perinatal Psychology - a qualified mental health professional with the warmth and understanding of peer support during this precious time. Topics will differ each month, and will include emotional wellbeing, managing anxiety and depression, self-care, and adjusting to parenthood—all within a compassionate, non-judgmental environment.
Whether you're seeking information, connection, or reassurance, this group is here for you. It’s a comparison and judgement free space. Open to anyone from conception through to five years post birth. No Referral Required. Small group so bookings are essential.
Red Nose Grief & Loss Bereavement Peer Support Group
Red Nose Grief & Loss Bereavement Peer Support Group is held monthly on the first Monday of each month. Facilitated by Red Nose peer volunteers, held at our Motherhood Village location in Isle of Capri. Registrations direct with Red Nose.
Our Perinatal, Antenatal, Medical & Health Professionals Group, Petals Psychoeducational and the Red Nose Grief & Loss Bereavement Sessions are held at:
One Arts Gold Coast (Community Hall on Roma Park near playground) Located at: Corner Verona Avenue & Via Roma (opposite Capri Shopping Centre) Isle of Capri, Gold Coast QLD 4217
Our Art Therapy Peer Support Sessions are held at 'The Chroma Club' located at: 6/2190 Gold Coast Highway, Miami, Gold Coast QLD
Fortnightly
Village Art Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support Group Session
Relaxed peer support art & craft sessions for those looking for connection, some quiet reflection, and who seek help for their perinatal mental health and are looking to express their journey in a gentle and artistic way, through guided drawing and simple expressive art forms. We provide all art supplies and materials.
Open to anyone from conception through to five years post birth.
Specialty Group Sessions
(Coming Soon)
Specialist Peer Support Sessions
Specialist Peer Support Sessions for Dads, Birth Partners, Pregnancy after Loss Support, LGBTQIA+ Parent Support, IVF & Fertility Support, Expat and Multicultural Family Support, Parents of Neurodivergent, Postpartum Program Support.
Village Building Sessions
A more relaxed meet and greet for new mothers and parents to get to know others in our local community.
Village Perinatal Yoga, Walking Groups & Movement Sessions
Gentle peer support perinatal walking groups, postpartum movement classes, yoga sessions, all in a relaxed setting, designed to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Little ones welcome.