I Became a Registered Midwife Because I Saw What Care Could Feel Like
Registered midwife in Cairns with over 14 years of experience across hospital and community settings. Providing private midwifery care that is personalised, trauma-aware, and grounded in trust across Far North Queensland.
Where It Started
Before midwifery, I worked in paramedicine and veterinary nursing. Fast-paced environments where staying calm, communicating clearly, and making people feel safe were part of every shift.
Everything changed during a patient transfer when I witnessed something quiet but powerful. A midwife with a mother. There was no rush, no clinical detachment. Just trust, presence, and genuine connection. I knew in that moment that this was the kind of care I wanted to give.
What I Saw Inside the System
I stepped into midwifery with purpose. But inside the hospital system, I saw things that were hard to reconcile with why I’d chosen this work.
Women being rushed through appointments. Decisions made without clear explanation. Fears dismissed. Trauma created and then overlooked. I watched women lose confidence in their own ability to lead their birth, and it wasn’t because they weren’t capable. It was because the system didn’t have the time or the structure to support them properly.
I tried to advocate for better within that system. But over time, I realised I couldn’t keep working within a model that contradicted my values. I didn’t want to fight the system. I wanted to build something that worked.
Why Beneath the Palms Midwifery Exists
Beneath the Palms Midwifery was built from the ground up to provide the kind of care I believe every woman deserves. As a private midwife in Cairns, I wanted to create something with time, presence, and honest communication. Care where your story is heard, your fears are respected, and your choices are genuinely yours.
This isn’t a reaction to the system. It’s an alignment with what I’ve always believed midwifery should be.
Trauma-Informed, Evidence-Led Care That Centres You
I work as a continuity of care midwife, which means I’m your midwife from the beginning of pregnancy through to your postpartum weeks at home. I prepare you thoroughly for birth and support you on the other side. You’re not repeating your story to a new face every visit. You’re building a relationship with someone who knows you and remembers what matters to you.
My approach is shaped by a few things I hold as non-negotiable:
I listen before I guide.
Every woman arrives with a story, whether it’s a previous birth, an IVF journey, a quiet fear, or simply the need to feel heard. I create space for that before anything clinical begins.
I respect your choices.
Your birth, your body, your decisions. My role is to walk beside you with evidence, support, and honesty. Not to direct you.
I don’t stop at birth.
Postpartum is not an afterthought. I provide home visits, feeding support, emotional check-ins, and ongoing guidance during the weeks that most new parents find the hardest and the least supported.
I explain everything clearly.
No jargon, no assumptions about what you already know. When I recommend something, I explain the reasoning behind it so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Emotional safety is at the core of trauma-informed care.
How you feel during care shapes your entire experience. Fear, anxiety, and past experiences are not side notes. They are central to how I support you. It’s why trauma-informed midwifery isn’t an add-on to what I do. It’s built into every appointment.
14 Years of Hospital and Community Experience
I’m a registered midwife with AHPRA and have spent over 14 years working across hospital and community settings in Cairns and Far North Queensland. That experience has given me a deep understanding of how maternity systems work, where they fall short, and what women actually need from their care.
Over 14 years of working across different areas of midwifery, and becoming a mother myself, have shaped how I show up in every appointment. I’ve learned how to stay grounded under pressure, assess situations calmly, and communicate with clarity when it matters most.
Over the course of my career, I’ve supported women through:
- First pregnancies where everything feels new and overwhelming
- IVF pregnancies carrying layers of anxiety and emotional weight
- Pregnancies after a traumatic or difficult previous birth
- Complex emotional landscapes that needed more time and care than standard systems allow
- Postpartum challenges including feeding, settling, and the emotional adjustment to parenthood
I also work within clear professional boundaries. When a situation requires collaboration with GPs, obstetricians, or hospital teams, I have established referral pathways and communicate openly so your care stays safe and coordinated.
I bring both clinical skill and emotional steadiness to every interaction. They are not separate things for me. They are both essential to good care.
What You Can Expect from Me
I want you to know exactly what working with me looks like, including what falls within my scope and what doesn’t.
I provide primary maternity care for women with low to moderate risk pregnancies. That means most clients don’t need separate GP pregnancy appointments unless specific circumstances arise.
If your situation involves complexities that require specialist input, I’ll be honest about that. I have clear referral pathways in place and collaborate openly with GPs, obstetricians, and hospital teams when needed. Safety always comes first.
If you’re unsure whether your pregnancy is the right fit for continuity of care with a private midwife, that’s something we can talk through together.
What I Promise in Every Interaction
You will always be listened to without judgement.
You will understand your options clearly and calmly.
Your emotional and physical safety will be held with equal importance.
Your decisions will be respected and supported.
You will feel guided, not directed, through every stage.
Outside the Clinic
When I’m not supporting families, you’ll find me somewhere in Far North Queensland, most likely outdoors. I’m a mum myself, which means I don’t just understand the theory of early parenthood. I know what the hard nights feel like and what it means to have someone in your corner who actually gets it.
If This Feels Like the Right Fit,
Let’s Talk
The first step is just a conversation. A chance for you to ask questions, share where you’re at, and see if this feels right. There’s no pressure and no obligation. Just space to explore what your care could look like.
