Come and join the MAMA Community

One key value of MAMA is the community vibe. Whether you walk in our door for the very first time,
or it is already your second home after many visits, we are hoping that you feel welcome,
supported and looked after.

At MAMA, we facilitate a variety of group events with the main purpose to connect like-minded parents.

Feeding Drop-In

The (breast and bottle) feeding drop-in is free of charge and is for pregnant people and feeding mothers. We keep the group small (max six) and host two sessions per week at MAMA Kensington and a fortnightly session at MAMA Hampton.

The main purpose of this clinic is to meet other parents in a relaxed and supportive environment, to build community, learn from each other and know you are not alone. There will be a Lactation Consultant present to facilitate and they will be on hand to answer any general questions, observe your feeding and offer tips and tricks. You can weigh your baby, change your baby, cuddle your baby, feed your baby. You can come as a once-off to check it out and get your questions answered, or you can come every week and meet up with the community on a regular base.

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Connect Mothers’ Group

The Connect Mothers group is a course of 6 sessions of 90 minutes, for first time mums and seasoned mums, and babies up to around 4 months (at the start of the course). We cover intentional topics and aim to create a deeper connection between the parents that lasts.

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Women’s Circle

Our women’s circles are first and foremost about connection, story sharing and having fun. You don't have to be a certain kind of woman to attend them. And you don't have to be pregnant or a mother - all women are welcome. We will talk, laugh, probably cry, eat cake, drink tea and move through some rituals and practices together.

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Working Through Birth Trauma Circle

Our Working Through Birth Trauma circle provides a safe space for those who have experienced birth trauma and are ready to share their experiences. Together with a health professional experienced in the maternity and mental health fields, you will be held in a safe, emotionally supportive and non-judgemental space with the freedom to share experiences, learn from and support each other. There will be time to share with the group, as well as time for connection and chat. We look forward to helping you debrief and growing your network.

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Yoga Classes

At MAMA Kensington, we offer Pregnancy Yoga and Mums & Bubs Yoga classes. These are a great opportunity for regular connection with others in the same stage of pregnancy/parenting as you. Come and check it out!

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Group Baby Massage Courses

Baby massage is a wonderful skill parents can add to their toolbox, which can be utilised throughout their child’s life. Correct stroke techniques and timing are vitally important to achieve the many benefits of baby massage. Research has also shown that performing regular baby massage has helped caregivers feel more confident and less stressed, enhancing the special bond with their baby. 

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Meet our Community Facilitators

Featured
Meg Rankin
Connect Group, Women's Circle
Meg Rankin
Connect Group, Women's Circle

It’s a privilege to hold space for women, to offer women safe and supportive ways to connect, and to build community in the place I call home. 

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Connect Group, Women's Circle
Anna Chanty Welsh
Allied, Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Birth Trauma Circle
Anna Chanty Welsh
Allied, Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Birth Trauma Circle

My transition into parenthood led me to a nurturing workspace where my colleagues and clients are working to find balance physically, emotionally and mentally. I feel well placed to provide genuine, empathic and evidence-based care to all my clients.

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Allied, Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Birth Trauma Circle
Bonnie Maplestone
Allied, Osteopath, Yoga
Bonnie Maplestone
Allied, Osteopath, Yoga

I love helping parents, and when I see them come into the clinic a couple of months later and they look like parenting professionals, it's nice to think that maybe I had a hand in supporting their journey.

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Allied, Osteopath, Yoga
Julia-Rose Gribble
Allied, Yoga
Julia-Rose Gribble
Allied, Yoga

Yoga has greatly supported me throughout my pregnancies and into motherhood, and this, along with my experience as a teacher, energises a particular passion for holding space and educating women on the benefits of yoga, empowering them to trust their bodies and innate capabilities.

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Allied, Yoga
Sonya Edmonds
Allied, Aromatherapist, Massage Therapist, Baby Massage Instructor
Sonya Edmonds
Allied, Aromatherapist, Massage Therapist, Baby Massage Instructor

I love the continuity of care in this role; supporting women through their pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond…into the next pregnancy…and for many years after!

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Allied, Aromatherapist, Massage Therapist, Baby Massage Instructor
Sarah Thijs Smit
Lactation Leader, Feeding Drop-in, Connect Group
Sarah Thijs Smit
Lactation Leader, Feeding Drop-in, Connect Group

What I love most about my role is to support new families in the rollercoaster of (preparing for) postpartum. To give them knowledge, skills, hope and support, to achieve their goals and even more important to feel heard, seen and supported in this intense time.

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Lactation Leader, Feeding Drop-in, Connect Group