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Navigating the journey of motherhood is both joyful and challenging. In a bustling world where demands pull in multiple directions, having a supportive community of fellow mothers going through a similar life stage offers invaluable reassurance and guidance.

Become part of a village of mothers - supporting each others experiences of motherhood and sharing parenting wisdom, solidarity and community.

Weekly and monthly membership subscription is available and membership offerings included in the membershp at The Village Collective are weekly, monthly, seasonal and occasional - with discounts and special perks along the way!

See below for membership inclusions!

How does the Village Mother Membership work?

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  • As a member you hace exclusive access to the 2 hour BABY PLAYGROUP (0-12m babies) and Well Baby Drop-In Clinic which is held every Monday morning (9:30am-11:30am) in our space at The Village Collective.

    A clean and comfortable place to chill out with your baby, sip on some tea or coffee while watching your baby explore Montessori inspired toys and seeing other babies and their Mothers! Along with access to ask Harriet questions and have your baby weighed.

  • Village Mother Membership provides you with access to 1 Masterclass each month.

    Masterclasses are facilitated by a range of experts who bring value to mothers, fathers and their babies wellness. Each Masterclass is video recorded and uploaded to the Private Village Mothers Facebook group so you will have access to all of them!

  • Members only mornings happen once a month - this is a relaxed social event for our members to spend time in our space alongside Practitioners in our Collective.

    We pick each others brains, share our wins and challenges while sipping some tea/coffee and creating community.

  • Each season we hold a Bump + Bub morning where both expectant and young families can attend, engage with local family-focused businesses and enjoy tea/coffe/snacks!

    The lovely thing about this morning is families expecting their baby soon are welcomed into our community. We encourage open questions and dialogue, really striving for these families to benefit from the village as they enter into parenthood with new experience and knowledge from watching others around them parenting, breastfeeding and settling their babies.

  • Entry into the Private Village Mothers Facebook Group will give you access to our community forum.

    Not only that, but we ensure all recordings of our Masterclasses are accessible for the lifetime of your membership.

    This is your portal to curated resources, recipes, conversations and community at all times.

  • As part of our village we don’t want you to miss out on the opportunity to attend Mothers Group - so you are absolutely guaranteed a spot!

    Our Mothers Groups aim to have 8 Mother/Baby pairs with maximum capacity at 10.

    You will also receive a heavily discounted rate for the 6 weeks of group sessions.

  • We have a range of Allied Health and Wellness Practitioners that are dedicated to improving the experiences of Mothers.

    By entering our Village Mother Membership you have easier access to their expertise through regular group offerings, masterclasses and a private Village Mothers Facebook Group. Our space is a hive of activity and all our practitioners welcome open coversations and aim to support your journey through motherhood.

  • Weekly Membership Subscription - $25 (cancel anytime)

    Monthly Membership - $96 (<$24/week)

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    • Members also receive a discounted rate of $160 for the 6 week Mothers Group (that’s $40 off!)

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    • A further $10 off all selected courses and workshops offered by The Village Collective - these may include but aren’t limited to sleep chats, baby massage, classes and workshops.

Join the village.

We want everyone to feel welcome here. Memberships are priced in a way that enables you to pay as you go, cancel when you need to and ensure you have your village around you when you need them most!

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Ettalong Village Mothers' Groups
Ettalong Village Mothers' Groups
$210.00

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.

Mamma-to-be Gatherings
Mamma-to-be Gatherings
$25.00

Held each Month 10am-11:30am at The Village Collective - join Kathryn from Mamma Nurture as she hosts these beautiful calming pregnancy gatherings.

There will be connection, sharing and lots of chats about birth and postpartum. Each month we focus on a different topic and these are the topics for the coming months:

  • June 7 - Movement and mindfulness for birth

Each session includings a grounding mindfulness activity, sharing in circle while enjoy tea and home cooked treats and of course meeting new pregnant mamma friends and growing your village of support.

We cannot wait to welcome you to The Village - your new home from home.

The Village Birth Prep Course
The Village Birth Prep Course
$590.00

Preparing Your Mind & Body for Birth

A Full-Day Birth Prep Course for You and Your Birth Partner (9am-5pm) The next course will be run on 27th June.

This workshop is held by a home and hospital birth Midwife, Doula, Lactation Consultant and Pre & Postnatal PT.

If you’re approaching birth and feeling unsure what to actually do when labour begins — you’re not alone.

Many parents leave antenatal education with information, but still feel uncertain, overwhelmed, or unsure how to apply it in the moment.

This workshop is designed to change that.

The Birth Prep Workshop is a hands-on, practical day that helps you feel physically prepared, mentally grounded and confident in your ability to navigate labour — with a partner who knows exactly how to support you.

Why this workshop matters and how it is different

Birth is not just something you learn about — it’s something you move through, respond to, and experience in your body.

Understanding the process is helpful.

But practising the tools is what builds confidence.

This workshop bridges the gap between knowledge and readiness, giving you:

  • a clear understanding of what your body is doing during labour

  • practical ways to support that process

  • tools you’ve already practised before labour begins

  • a partner who feels confident, not unsure, in how to help

A collaborative, expert-led experience

You’ll be supported by a carefully selected team of practitioners from The Village Collective, each contributing their expertise to give you a well-rounded, supportive experience.

  • Doula Services at The Village Collective

    Supporting you with breathwork, labour tools, positioning, and partner-based support strategies.

  • Lactation Consultant at The Village Collective

    An IBCLC midwife with child and family health experience, helping you feel prepared for the early postpartum period and feeding.

  • MumSafe Personal Training at The Village Collective

    Guiding safe, pregnancy-appropriate movement to build strength, mobility and birth readiness.

  • Midwife at The Village Collective

    Sharing physiological preparation for labour., expereience and what actaully works for bith.

Rather than separate appointments or conflicting advice, everything is integrated into one clear, supportive session.

What you’ll actually do on the day

This is not a passive class. You will learn about what your mind and body will be doing in labour and then actively practise the tools you’ll use in labour, so they feel familiar and achievable when the time comes. The last part of the day will focus on what those early days of the fourth trimester look like and ways to support you and your baby.

You’ll learn and practise:

Understanding labour

  • what is happening physiologically during labour

  • how labour progresses and what supports it

  • how to work with your body rather than against it

Movement and body preparation

  • birth-supportive exercises to build strength and endurance

  • pelvic mobility and positioning to support baby’s movement

  • floor-based and birth ball exercises you can continue at home

Breath and nervous system support

  • simple breathwork to reduce tension and support focus

  • ways to stay calm and grounded as intensity builds

Hands-on labour tools

  • labour positions and movement sequences

  • partner support techniques for comfort and positioning

  • acupressure for pregnancy and labour

  • how to use a TENS machine (including pad placement)

  • using a rebozo or sling for comfort and release

Fourth Trimester Support

  • What the first 5 days of feeding baby can look like

  • Understanding newborn sleep and cues

  • How to support yourself and what really matters in those first few weeks

Why partners love this workshop

One of the biggest concerns partners share is:

“I just don’t know what I’m supposed to do.”

This workshop gives partners a clear, active role.

They’ll leave knowing how to:

  • support positioning and movement

  • use touch, pressure and comfort techniques

  • guide and support breathwork

  • recognise what’s happening in labour and respond with confidence

Instead of standing on the sidelines, they become a calm, capable part of your support team.

What you’ll walk away with

By the end of the day, you’ll have:

  • a clear understanding of how to prepare your body for birth

  • practical tools you’ve already practised

  • confidence in your ability to navigate labour

  • a partner who feels prepared and involved

  • a simple, realistic plan for what to continue doing in the weeks leading up to birth

Who this workshop is for

This workshop is ideal if you:

  • are in your second or third trimester

  • want a practical, hands-on approach to birth preparation

  • feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice online

  • want your partner to feel confident and involved

  • prefer a supportive, evidence-informed approach without pressure or rigid rules

What’s included

  • full-day small group workshop (intentionally capped for a more personalised experience)

  • hands-on guided practice throughout the day

  • access to tools and equipment (birth balls, TENS machine, rebozo/sling)

  • take-home resources to support continued practice

  • tea and light nourishment

  • time for questions and individual support

What this workshop is (and isn’t)

This is:

  • practical

  • supportive

  • evidence-informed

  • focused on building confidence and real-world skills

This isn’t:

  • a lecture-style antenatal class

  • overwhelming or overly clinical

  • focused on one “right” way to birth

A gentle note

Every birth is unique.

This workshop doesn’t aim to control or predict your birth experience — it helps you feel more prepared, adaptable and supported no matter how your labour unfolds.

Ready to feel more prepared for birth?

If you’re wanting more than just information — and are looking for a calm, practical, confidence-building approach to birth preparation — this workshop is for you.

Book your place and come and experience it for yourself.

A village provides a safe space to share experiences, seek advice, and celebrate milestones, fostering a sense of belonging and solidarity. From swapping stories of sleepless nights to offering encouragement during tough times, this network becomes a lifeline, reminding mothers they are not alone in their journey. By coming together, mothers can lean on each other, drawing strength from collective wisdom, and ultimately, cultivating a richer, more fulfilling experience of motherhood.