Not Just Another Mothers' Group: Why the Village Mothers' Group Is Different
If you've just had a baby, chances are someone has already mentioned "mothers groups" to you — maybe your child and family health nurse, maybe a friend, maybe Google at 2am. And if you're on the Central Coast searching for a mothers group near me, you've probably noticed there are a few different options out there.
So let's be upfront: the Village Mothers' Group, now running at both our Ettalong Beach and Erina locations, is not the standard council-run mothers group you might be randomly placed into. Here's what makes it different — and why it might be exactly what you need, wherever on the Coast you call home.
What's the Difference Between a Standard Mothers Group and the Village Mothers' Group?
Most local mothers groups work like this: you're placed into a group of mums in your postcode, based on your baby's birth month, often through your local health service. It's a wonderful initiative and many lifelong friendships start there — but it's a bit of a lottery. You don't choose who's in the group, there's no real structure to the sessions, and there isn't always someone in the room with the professional knowledge to answer the questions that come up at 3am.
The Village Mothers' Group is built differently, by design:
A dedicated 2 hours, every week, for 6 weeks — not a casual catch-up, but real, protected time carved out just for you and your baby.
Genuine connection with like-minded mums in a small, intimate group (max 10), so you actually get to know each other — not just nod across a crowded hall.
Direct access to trusted experts from across the Central Coast's family health community — the kind of practitioners families usually have to book and pay for individually.
Consistent, expert facilitation every single week, led by either Kathryn (Doula, Mamma Nurture) or Harriet (Midwife, Child & Family Health Nurse and IBCLC Sleep Consultant) — alongside a different guest Village practitioner each session.
In short: it's the connection of a mothers group, with the guidance of a private consult, in a space that's been thoughtfully designed for exactly this stage of motherhood.
Six Weeks. Real Experts. Real Answers.
One of the biggest drawcards of this group is the chance to pick the brains of experienced professionals who specialise in supporting Central Coast families. Rather than guessing your way through feeding, sleep, baby massage or your own postpartum recovery, you'll have a different expert in the room each week, ready to answer your specific questions in real time.
Sessions are hosted by:
Kathryn, Doula at Mamma Nurture — bringing deep experience in postpartum and newborn support, and
Harriet, Midwife, Child & Family Health Nurse and IBCLC Sleep Consultant — offering trusted, evidence-based guidance on feeding, sleep and infant development.
Each week, they're joined by a different Village Collective practitioner, so over the six weeks you're exposed to a genuine breadth of expert knowledge — all under one roof, all in one series.
Who Is the Village Mothers' Group For?
This series is designed specifically for mums with babies aged 6 weeks to 6 months — that tender stretch where you're finding your feet, your body is still recovering, and the right support can make all the difference.
Whether you're feeling isolated, overwhelmed, sleep-deprived, or simply craving the company of other mums who get it, this group creates a space where you don't have to perform — you can simply show up as you are.
Details: Village Mothers' Group, Ettalong Beach & Erina
Erina
When: Wednesday mornings, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Term dates: 1 group held each term
Where: The Village Collective, Erina — 3/206 The Entrance Road
Ettalong Beach
When: Monday mornings, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Term dates: 1 group held each term
Where: The Village Collective, Ettalong Beach
Both locations
Duration: 6-week series
Who it's for: Mums with babies aged 6 weeks – 6 months
Group size: Maximum 10 mums, to keep it personal and intimate
Village Mothers’ Group (6-Week Series)
Wednesday Mornings Term begins..
22 July | 14 October
10:00am – 12:00pm
For mums with babies aged 6 weeks to 6 months
Held at The Village Collective, Erina - our new location at 3/206 The Entrance Road
If you’re craving connection, guidance, and a space where you can simply be—this is for you.
Our Village Mothers’ Group is a carefully curated 6-week series designed to support you through the early months of motherhood. Combining expert guidance with genuine connection, this is your opportunity to learn, share, and feel held within a supportive community.
What makes this group different:
Expert-led sessions
Each week, a trusted practitioner from The Village Collective joins us to share practical, evidence-based guidance on topics like baby massage, infant sleep, feeding, maternal wellbeing, and more.
Meaningful connection
Groups are intentionally kept small (maximum of 10 mums) to allow for real conversations and lasting connections. You’ll also be invited into a private WhatsApp group for ongoing support between sessions.
A relaxed, welcoming space
There’s no pressure here. Sessions include time for baby play, connection, and conversation—alongside tea, coffee, and nourishing snacks.
Holistic, mother-centred support
Facilitated by experienced professionals, this group supports not just your baby — but you. Because when mothers feel supported, everything changes.
At its heart, the Village Mothers’ Group is about recreating the kind of support we were never meant to do without — a village.
Because motherhood was never meant to be done alone.
Term begins…
20 April | 20 July | 12 October
Monday mornings for 6 weeks 10:00am – 12:00pm
For mums with babies aged 6 weeks to 6 months
Held at The Village Collective, Ettalong Beach
If you’re craving connection, guidance, and a space where you can simply be—this is for you.
Our Village Mothers’ Group is a carefully curated 6-week series designed to support you through the early months of motherhood. Combining expert guidance with genuine connection, this is your opportunity to learn, share, and feel held within a supportive community.
What makes this group different:
Expert-led sessions
Each week, a trusted practitioner from The Village Collective joins us to share practical, evidence-based guidance on topics like baby massage, infant sleep, feeding, maternal wellbeing, and more.
Meaningful connection
Groups are intentionally kept small (maximum of 10 mums) to allow for real conversations and lasting connections. You’ll also be invited into a private WhatsApp group for ongoing support between sessions.
A relaxed, welcoming space
There’s no pressure here. Sessions include time for baby play, connection, and conversation—alongside tea, coffee, and nourishing snacks.
Holistic, mother-centred support
Facilitated by experienced professionals, this group supports not just your baby—but you. Because when mothers feel supported, everything changes.
At its heart, the Village Mothers’ Group is about recreating the kind of support we were never meant to do without—a village.
Because motherhood was never meant to be done alone.
What to Expect Each Week
A warm, welcoming space
Time for baby play, conversation and connection
Tea, coffee and nourishing snacks
Practical, evidence-based guidance from a trusted expert
A private WhatsApp group, so the support doesn't stop when the session ends
Because Motherhood Was Never Meant to Be Done Alone
At The Village Collective, we believe in recreating the kind of support mothers were never meant to do without — a village of people around you, holding you up. The Village Mothers' Group is our way of bringing that back, right here on the Central Coast.
If you're a mum in Ettalong, Umina, Woy Woy, Erina, Terrigal, Avoca, Gosford or anywhere across the Central Coast searching for more than just a standard mothers group — this is your invitation to a different kind of support.
