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It’s always good to get advice from a variety of sources. So we’ve done the hard work for you and found some of the best sources for pregnancy advice. See the all below!
Alyson Jones
Alyson graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy degree from the University of Canberra. Prior to this she completed a Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) at the University of Wollongong. She discovered her passion for Physio while volunteering at a rehab hospital during her undergrad degree although her career has taken her in a different direction.
Prior to making the move to Origin Physiotherapy & Wellness, Alyson worked as a Senior Women’s Health Physio in the public health system. Over her years of practice, Alyson has developed a sound understanding of the challenges that the human body goes through with pregnancy and birth. She enjoys helping women manage these challenges and assisting them with recovery. She believes her role is to allow women to safely and comfortably return to their recreational goals. She is passionate about helping women with continence and prolapse issues to manage and overcome these and improve their quality of life.
Away from work Alyson enjoys spending time with family. She has four girls and 2 dogs who keep her busy. She loves to get involved with whatever sport her girls are playing. She also enjoys baking, messing about in the garden and going to the beach.
You can book an appointment with Aly here.
Anna Siebert
Anna Siebert is a mentor and childbirth educator, who spent years working as a doola, and now focuses on teaching the science and spirituality of resilience, in connection to many aspects of life including childbirth. You can read more about Anna's work at www.annasiebert.com.au
Preparing for Birth
Join Anna as she talks you through preparing for the birth of your baby.
Mothering the Mother
Join Anna as she chats about the journey into parenthood and some of the challenges we face as mothers. Anna just dips into the topic but in her tailored courses she delves into how our brains are wired and the neurological changes we can create to alter how we respond to stress.
Brielle Musgrove
Brielle is an Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Nutritionist and Sports Dietitian. She graduated from the University of Wollongong with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours). Brielle is passionate about providing clients with evidenced-based dietary advice and supporting individuals to navigate all the nutrition misinformation. Brielle currently works in mental health and general nutrition including weight management, fussy eating, nutrition for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Brielle is based on the South Coast/Illawarra of NSW and offers face to face or telehealth consults.
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes mellitus (sometimes referred to as GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. Join Brielle, our knowledgeable dietician as she discusses the ins and outs of GDM and how you can best manage this condition from a dietetics perspective.
Constipation During Pregnancy
Constipation in pregnancy is common due to the hormonal and dietary changes that occur. Our lovely dietician, Brielle, discusses why it is important to maintain a healthy bowel and how you can best manage constipation during pregnancy.
Jelena Puskarica
Jelena Puskarica, a university qualified nutritionist and mother of four, has a passion for helping women meet their nutritional goals. She is Canberra-based and is currently finishing her Masters in Dietetics.
Nutrition During Pregnancy
Join Jelena in her deep dive into everything you need to know about nutrition during pregnancy. Enjoy!
Mark Aspden
Mark is a community pharmacist at Ochre Health Medical Centre in Bruce, Canberra. In this video he discusses medication safety during pregnancy, multivitamins and supplements, the symptom management of morning sickness, reflux, constipation and pain as well as whooping cough and flu vaccinations.
Alicia Spencer
Alicia Spencer is a physiotherapist who has really found her calling with Women’s and Men’s health. She loves working to assist clients to stay injury free and maintain the lifestyles they love.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Join Alicia as she discusses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Coccydnynia Pain
Coccydnynia Pain, what is it and what does it have to do with pregnancy? Join Alicia in this video to find out.
De Quervein’s Tenosynovitis
Join Alicia as she discusses De Quervein’s Tenosynovitis.
Round Ligament Pain
In this video our guest physiotherapist Alicia, talks you through what round ligament pain is, how to recognise it, why it might occur and the best ways to manage it.