We are a team of dedicated professionals, looking out for mums and bubs in a way like no other. We seek to provide as many of the services you could possibly need in building and supporting your family.
HISTORY OF TLC BIRTH AND BEYOND
In 2009, Melanie Cane started TLC Birth and Beyond and opened the doors in Upper Ferntree Gully. She had a vision to support as many women in this area as possible. Today, Drs. Jenna and James Evans carry this vision forward to bring you these incredible resources and services to the outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
In 2009, Melanie Cane started TLC Birth and Beyond and opened the doors in Upper Ferntree Gully. She had a vision to support as many women in this area as possible. Today, Drs. Jenna and James Evans carry this vision forward to bring you these incredible resources and services to the outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Dr James Evans
D.C. B.BSc, IBCLC, CACCP, SpBAP
After 10 years working in education around the world, Dr James found he needed to do more for the people he met and wanted to create a community of practitioners who would be able to serve the pregnant population of the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and the Dandenong Ranges. He loves seeing new families take off with the support they really need through holistic health and chiropractic care. Dr James is certified through the ICPA to see Pregnant and Paediatric clients. He also possess the Webster certification through the ICPA. Drs James and Jenna are also the first practicing Spinning Babies® Approved Practitioners in Australia. He now travels around Australia and New Zealand teaching other chiropractors and students on adjusting and caring for pregnant clients.
Dr Jenna Evans
D.C. IBCLC, CACCP, SpBAP
Chiropractor, Doula, and Childbirth Educator, Dr Jenna is all about helping mums birth their babies with ease. Dr Jenna grew up learning the physiology of the body and how to restore optimal health, as her father is also a chiropractor operating a wellness practice for over 30 years. With a passion for everything birth related, Jenna has studied for many years including 2 years in midwifery college before moving to Australia to begin her family. Dr Jenna is certified through the ICPA to see pregnant and pediatric clients and possesses the Webster certification. Dr Jenna uses her extensive spinning babies and lactation education with all of her clients. She also runs the monthly support group called 'Homebirth in the Hills' and frequently teaches at our monthly 'Pregnancy, Pelvis and Birth' workshop.
Dr Angelica Waldman
B.H.Sc, B.App.Sc (Chiro)
Graduating from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chiropractic, Angelica is a dedicated chiropractor committed to helping clients achieve optimal health. Her journey in chiropractic care has been driven by a passion for ensuring individuals receive the tailored care they need to thrive.
Angelica is deeply committed to empowering her patients to take control of their health through chiropractic care and personalized home care advice. With a special interest for working with children, her practice focuses on caring for families, from the youngest members to the oldest. She also enjoys helping expecting mothers throughout their pregnancy journey.
With experience in a wide range of techniques, including manual techniques, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), and activator, Angelica tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of every patient. Her goal is to provide effective and comprehensive care that promotes healing and long-term wellness.
D.C. B.BSc, IBCLC, CACCP, SpBAP
After 10 years working in education around the world, Dr James found he needed to do more for the people he met and wanted to create a community of practitioners who would be able to serve the pregnant population of the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and the Dandenong Ranges. He loves seeing new families take off with the support they really need through holistic health and chiropractic care. Dr James is certified through the ICPA to see Pregnant and Paediatric clients. He also possess the Webster certification through the ICPA. Drs James and Jenna are also the first practicing Spinning Babies® Approved Practitioners in Australia. He now travels around Australia and New Zealand teaching other chiropractors and students on adjusting and caring for pregnant clients.
Dr Jenna Evans
D.C. IBCLC, CACCP, SpBAP
Chiropractor, Doula, and Childbirth Educator, Dr Jenna is all about helping mums birth their babies with ease. Dr Jenna grew up learning the physiology of the body and how to restore optimal health, as her father is also a chiropractor operating a wellness practice for over 30 years. With a passion for everything birth related, Jenna has studied for many years including 2 years in midwifery college before moving to Australia to begin her family. Dr Jenna is certified through the ICPA to see pregnant and pediatric clients and possesses the Webster certification. Dr Jenna uses her extensive spinning babies and lactation education with all of her clients. She also runs the monthly support group called 'Homebirth in the Hills' and frequently teaches at our monthly 'Pregnancy, Pelvis and Birth' workshop.
Dr Angelica Waldman
B.H.Sc, B.App.Sc (Chiro)
Graduating from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chiropractic, Angelica is a dedicated chiropractor committed to helping clients achieve optimal health. Her journey in chiropractic care has been driven by a passion for ensuring individuals receive the tailored care they need to thrive.
Angelica is deeply committed to empowering her patients to take control of their health through chiropractic care and personalized home care advice. With a special interest for working with children, her practice focuses on caring for families, from the youngest members to the oldest. She also enjoys helping expecting mothers throughout their pregnancy journey.
With experience in a wide range of techniques, including manual techniques, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), and activator, Angelica tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of every patient. Her goal is to provide effective and comprehensive care that promotes healing and long-term wellness.
MYOTHERAPY, Massage and BeAuty therapy
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Jenny Rickards:
Jenny is a highly experienced and skilled beauty therapist and myotherapist. She has qualifications in Pregnancy massage and is passionate about creating a safe and soothing environment for expecting mothers. Jenny employs a variety of techniques to provide a holistic and personalised approach. Her techniques include myofascial release, fire cupping and stretches, ensuring that each massage session is tailored to address the needs of the individual. For more information on what Jenny offers, visit her page here |
Feldenkrais
Jennifer Evans:
Jenni is a Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Assistant Trainer, offering classes and individual consultations. Using small, gentle movements of the skeleton, this powerful modality can re-introduce ease of movement and reduce habitual tension patterns.
Feldenkrais is ideal for women learning to carry heavy loads (such as pregnancy and carrying toddlers), people with chronic or persistent pain, instability or sleep difficulties. It is also helpful for anyone recovering from stroke, surgery or children with developmental delays.
For more information on what Jenny offers, visit her page here
Jenni is a Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Assistant Trainer, offering classes and individual consultations. Using small, gentle movements of the skeleton, this powerful modality can re-introduce ease of movement and reduce habitual tension patterns.
Feldenkrais is ideal for women learning to carry heavy loads (such as pregnancy and carrying toddlers), people with chronic or persistent pain, instability or sleep difficulties. It is also helpful for anyone recovering from stroke, surgery or children with developmental delays.
For more information on what Jenny offers, visit her page here
Psychology
Kathryn Skinner:
Kathryn, founder of Loft Psychology, established this private practice following a substantial career providing therapeutic services within the public health sector. As a registered psychologist with over 20 years of counselling experience, Kathryn has worked extensively with both adults and children dealing with a wide range of presenting issues.
For the past decade, Kathryn has specialized in providing counselling to children while also developing and facilitating training programs. Additionally, she offered consultation services for other professionals, leveraging her leadership and supervisory roles.
For more information on what Kathryn offers, visit her page here
Kathryn, founder of Loft Psychology, established this private practice following a substantial career providing therapeutic services within the public health sector. As a registered psychologist with over 20 years of counselling experience, Kathryn has worked extensively with both adults and children dealing with a wide range of presenting issues.
For the past decade, Kathryn has specialized in providing counselling to children while also developing and facilitating training programs. Additionally, she offered consultation services for other professionals, leveraging her leadership and supervisory roles.
For more information on what Kathryn offers, visit her page here
Creative Kids Counseling
Minnie Zammit:
Minnie is a Counsellor, Creative Arts Therapist, Group Facilitator and Mum of two wonderful kids. She has had a long working history in Melbourne’s Community Sector focusing predominately in the areas of homelessness and family violence.
She has a huge passion for the needs and voices of children’s experiences.
Through her practice she has specialised in working with families, with a particular focus on kids and teens.
For more information on what Minnie offers, visit her page here
Minnie is a Counsellor, Creative Arts Therapist, Group Facilitator and Mum of two wonderful kids. She has had a long working history in Melbourne’s Community Sector focusing predominately in the areas of homelessness and family violence.
She has a huge passion for the needs and voices of children’s experiences.
Through her practice she has specialised in working with families, with a particular focus on kids and teens.
For more information on what Minnie offers, visit her page here
perinatal counselling
Melanie Cane: (B.PsychSc, GradDipCouns)
Melanie is a Perinatal Counsellor with over 25 years of experience supporting parents and babies through the profound journey of pregnancy and early parenthood. Her extensive and unique expertise spans a variety of roles, including birth and postnatal doula, mother’s mentor, breastfeeding counsellor, and childbirth and parenting educator. She offers a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental space where parents can openly discuss, process, and explore the challenges and emotions that may arise during this significant time.
With a seamless blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, Melanie provides compassionate and gentle guidance to help parents navigate challenges such as anxiety, birth planning, depression, grief, overwhelm, guilt, birth trauma, bereavement, family planning, relationship issues, and unexpected outcomes. Her passion lies in empowering parents to embrace joy and confidence as they move through this transformative, life-changing and sometime challenging chapter of their lives.
Melanie can offer face-to-face appointments at TLC Birth and Beyond in Ferntree Gully on Monday mornings or Saturdays. Face-to-face consults cost $120.00, and number of visits are not capped. Please contact Melanie if Telehealth or home visits are preferred. Reach out to Melanie today on 0419517636 or [email protected]
with any questions, or to book your appointment.
Melanie is a Perinatal Counsellor with over 25 years of experience supporting parents and babies through the profound journey of pregnancy and early parenthood. Her extensive and unique expertise spans a variety of roles, including birth and postnatal doula, mother’s mentor, breastfeeding counsellor, and childbirth and parenting educator. She offers a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental space where parents can openly discuss, process, and explore the challenges and emotions that may arise during this significant time.
With a seamless blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, Melanie provides compassionate and gentle guidance to help parents navigate challenges such as anxiety, birth planning, depression, grief, overwhelm, guilt, birth trauma, bereavement, family planning, relationship issues, and unexpected outcomes. Her passion lies in empowering parents to embrace joy and confidence as they move through this transformative, life-changing and sometime challenging chapter of their lives.
Melanie can offer face-to-face appointments at TLC Birth and Beyond in Ferntree Gully on Monday mornings or Saturdays. Face-to-face consults cost $120.00, and number of visits are not capped. Please contact Melanie if Telehealth or home visits are preferred. Reach out to Melanie today on 0419517636 or [email protected]
with any questions, or to book your appointment.
Occupational Therapy
Libby Maitland:
Libby is an experienced Occupational Therapist who works in a holistic way to support individuals to thrive as occupational beings - what they do influences who we are (our identity, our sense of being) and how we relate to the world around us (our belonging). Libby considers the whole person (body, mind, spirit), the environment (people and the built environment) and the activity (such as self care, play, school participation) as part of the picture when assessing and supporting participation in occupations. She works with new parents to support your transition to parenting as well as children up to 18 and their family.
For more information on what Libby offers, visit her page here
Libby is an experienced Occupational Therapist who works in a holistic way to support individuals to thrive as occupational beings - what they do influences who we are (our identity, our sense of being) and how we relate to the world around us (our belonging). Libby considers the whole person (body, mind, spirit), the environment (people and the built environment) and the activity (such as self care, play, school participation) as part of the picture when assessing and supporting participation in occupations. She works with new parents to support your transition to parenting as well as children up to 18 and their family.
For more information on what Libby offers, visit her page here
hypnotherapy
Lisa Forsberg:
Lisa is an internationally certified Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years of experience in holistic healing. Specialising in compassionate support for those feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and under-appreciated, she integrates a wealth of knowledge into her unique therapeutic approach. Her journey began with a passion for Yoga, discovered during extensive travels and training in India, where she gained a profound understanding of breath work and Yoga asana, which are now key elements of her practice.
For more information on what Lisa offers, visit her page here
Lisa is an internationally certified Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years of experience in holistic healing. Specialising in compassionate support for those feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and under-appreciated, she integrates a wealth of knowledge into her unique therapeutic approach. Her journey began with a passion for Yoga, discovered during extensive travels and training in India, where she gained a profound understanding of breath work and Yoga asana, which are now key elements of her practice.
For more information on what Lisa offers, visit her page here
CHINESE MEDICINE/ACUPUNCture
Madeline Van Maanen:
Introducing Maddie, AHPRA registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist,
Chinese Herbalist, mother and gardening enthusiast. She finds profound joy in supporting the mental and physical health of parents along their journeys leading up to and throughout parenthood. She also offers child let care to paediatric patients, nurturing their emotional wellbeing and physical health via gentle treatments and herbal formulas. Maddie believes in holistic healthcare that recognises the interconnectedness of your symptoms with both your internal and external environments, emphasising the relationship between emotional and physical health. Treatments may include gentle acupuncture, herbal prescriptions, warming moxibustion, cupping and gua sha.
For more information on what Maddie offers, visit her page here
Introducing Maddie, AHPRA registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist,
Chinese Herbalist, mother and gardening enthusiast. She finds profound joy in supporting the mental and physical health of parents along their journeys leading up to and throughout parenthood. She also offers child let care to paediatric patients, nurturing their emotional wellbeing and physical health via gentle treatments and herbal formulas. Maddie believes in holistic healthcare that recognises the interconnectedness of your symptoms with both your internal and external environments, emphasising the relationship between emotional and physical health. Treatments may include gentle acupuncture, herbal prescriptions, warming moxibustion, cupping and gua sha.
For more information on what Maddie offers, visit her page here
KINESIOLOGY
Rossana Fazzolari:
Rossana has been working as a kinesiologist for over a decade. Kinesiology sessions are personally tailored for you using muscle testing to identify which techniques you need to shift stress out of the body. Kinesiology has a scientific approach, a western approach, an eastern approach, a spiritual approach and can help: create flow in your life, read the energy connections between muscles, meridians and organs, balance the body’s energy systems and clear the deeper subconscious reasons why we have experiences, pain, patterns and fears.
For more information on what Rossana offers, visit her page here
Rossana has been working as a kinesiologist for over a decade. Kinesiology sessions are personally tailored for you using muscle testing to identify which techniques you need to shift stress out of the body. Kinesiology has a scientific approach, a western approach, an eastern approach, a spiritual approach and can help: create flow in your life, read the energy connections between muscles, meridians and organs, balance the body’s energy systems and clear the deeper subconscious reasons why we have experiences, pain, patterns and fears.
For more information on what Rossana offers, visit her page here
naturopathy
Kerrie-Anne Crosby:
Kerrie-Anne is a degree-qualified Naturopath and mother of two. She is excited to support new and experienced mums in their pregnancy, birthing and postpartum journeys, and to bring gentle aids and advice in the treatment of infants and young children. Using herbal medicine, nutritional strategies, supplements and lifestyle and mindfulness techniques, Kerrie-Anne is here to help you and your family manifest well-being and joy.
For more information on what Kerrie-Anne offers, visit her page here
Kerrie-Anne is a degree-qualified Naturopath and mother of two. She is excited to support new and experienced mums in their pregnancy, birthing and postpartum journeys, and to bring gentle aids and advice in the treatment of infants and young children. Using herbal medicine, nutritional strategies, supplements and lifestyle and mindfulness techniques, Kerrie-Anne is here to help you and your family manifest well-being and joy.
For more information on what Kerrie-Anne offers, visit her page here
Family Counselling
Lisa Rebecca:
As a dedicated and Compassionate family trained counsellor, Lisa is committed to empowering individuals and families to navigate the complexities of relationships specialising in alcohol and other drugs.
With a deep understanding of family systems and a passion for fostering positive change, she brings a wealth of experience to her role as a therapist.
For more information on what Lisa offers, visit her page here
As a dedicated and Compassionate family trained counsellor, Lisa is committed to empowering individuals and families to navigate the complexities of relationships specialising in alcohol and other drugs.
With a deep understanding of family systems and a passion for fostering positive change, she brings a wealth of experience to her role as a therapist.
For more information on what Lisa offers, visit her page here
reiki
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Nicole Sangston:
Nicole completed her reiki training in 2017 and is excited to start practising at TLC to help people on their healing journey. Reiki helps in relaxation, reducing stress, and potentially easing pain and other symptoms by moving off energy within the body to 'clear' chakras. This is done by putting hands on or above your body. Reiki is suitable for all ages - even children! For more information on what Nicole offers, visit her page here |