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Vanessa Whitaker
I have worked in education and health throughout my career, starting with early years and secondary education in the 80's. In the early 90's, I trained as an antenatal teacher with the National Childbirth Trust and then as a psychodynamic counsellor. I went on to train and work as a midwife for 20 years.
As a community midwife for 10 years I was very involved with supporting women postnatally as this is an area I feel is neglected. I also completed a 2 year infant observation with the West Midland Institute of Psychotherapy which deepened my understanding of how babies develop in their families.
Families need support during this huge transition and Mums mental health is so much stronger with good support. This helps babies form secure attachments, and helps with physical and emotional development. The whole family functions better with good support.
In 2017, I left the NHS and now offer postnatal support including breastfeeding support, baby massage and baby yoga sessions, and postnatal massage for Mums.
I have lived in Bearwood for 33 years and love supporting this great community. I work from Lightwoods House in Bearwood and give massage from my bespoke home studio.
You can also book private or small group sessions in your own home.
I have 2 grown up children, love walking, gardening, yoga and keep chickens!