Birth Doula and Birth Educator

Yahna is the founder of Radiant Birth, a birth educator and doula trained under the guidance of Rhea Dempsey. A qualified vinyasa, yin, prenatal and postnatal yoga teacher, she brings over eight years of teaching experience into the birth space, helping to guide mum and baby into optimal positions for birth. Yahna has had official studies in biomechanics, anatomy and somatic practices from the Victorian College of the Arts and is qualified to lead birth ed to couples. Her strength lies in knowing the maternity systems and how best to navigate them. She will champion you, help you find your voice and support your birthing dreams.

Birth Educator, Full Spectrum Doula, Natropath

Vaughne brings a depth of knowledge to the birth space that truly honours the mother. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) and completed her Doula training under the guidance of both the Australian Doula College and Angel Phoenix (formerly Angela Gallo). From preconception to birth and postpartum – Vaughne has supported hundreds of families and women as they bring new life into the world. The co-author of Life After Birth published by Hardy Grant she has such an established voice and authority in the birth space. Her infection energy draws students in and softens the toughest of crowds.

Birth and Postpartum Doula

Charlotte is a mother, a lover and a survivor. She has been called into birthwork through the embodiment of her own life. Being diagnosed with a rare blood cancer in her early twenties allowed her to reevaluate her life for the better. In choosing this conscious path to birthing a family she has discovered that her reason for being on this earth is tied deeply to birthwork and the transformation it inspires even prior to conception. Her belief is that, the more compassion we have for our own human experience, the more connected we are to nature, community and our truth in this present moment. She is a qualified doula and facilitator of sacred spaces.

Traditional Chinese Doctor

Michaela is an AHPRA registered Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Practitioner who’s inspired by traditional Eastern philosophies and an integrative approach to health care. With a Bachelor of Health Science she is passionate about all aspects of health and has vast experience working with women’s fertility, pregnancy and postnatal care. In her years as a practitioner, she has assisted many women throughout their transformation into motherhood, and works to inspire women to to recognise the fundamental need for restorative self care and nourishment during the often overlooked ‘4th trimester’.

Full Specrum Doula

Lilly is a holistic birth educator and full spectrum doula supporting folk through family building, pregnancy, birth and beyond. She completed her doula studies under the guidance of Angel Phoenix (formerly Angela Gallo), alongside training in pregnancy loss and abortion support with Samantha Zippora. Growing up in a yogic household, and with an academic background in visual arts, design and psychology, Lilly has always been curious about the intersections of creativity, birth and holistic well-being. She brings a gentle and empathic approach to her practice, offering person-centred, nurturing and compassionate continuity of care across the reproductive spectrum.

Registered Midwife

Steffie Watts is a registered midwife and fertility nurse, currently working for one of Melbourne’s tertiary maternity hospitals here in Naarm. Working across the birth center, pregnancy/antenatal clinic, IVF clinic, postnatal ward and home visits for new parents, trust that she is completely involved, present in the current landscape of how women birth today. This year marks her tenth year as a healthcare worker and we are beyond thrilled for her to lead our first inhouse 1-Day Informed Hospital Birth Course for Radiant Birth. Starting her career as a doula she has come full circle and continues to drive passion and advocate for birth.