Kia ora,
I’m Ally, a qualified Transition to Parenting Educator, babywearing consultant and mama to two based in Palmerston North. My journey into this role began with my own experiences as a parent, which ignited my desire to support parents through the rollercoaster that is parenthood.
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My Philosophy
There's no right or wrong...
Whether it’s an antenatal course, babywearing consultation, or a parent support group, my aim is to inspire and empower you to make informed decisions that suit you and your whānau. My business philosophy entwines the necessity of self care and emotional wellbeing with the importance of having a village of support around us.
There is no right or wrong way, there is only the way that works best for you and your whānau – I’m just here to help nurture and support you to find it.
Antenatal Courses
Our antenatal courses offer a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to childbirth and early parenthood; designed to be inclusive for all parents, regardless of background and family/whānau structure. We cover topics such as the stages of labour, pain management, infant feeding, and newborn care, while also emphasising the importance of emotional and relational well-being. Our Practical Parenting session is a 3 hour session that gives you hands on experience and ample time to ask questions about all things infant care; this session also includes a free carseat installation from a qualified carseat tech.
The course runs over 6 weeks on Tuesday evenings 7-9pm and includes a Practical Parenting session on Saturday from 9am-12noon, giving you time to process each session before moving onto the next. You will get a lite supper at each session and access to a private facebook group where additional resources will be shared while also providing you an opportunity to connect with other whānau.
Antenatal Group Testimonials
Ally is super down to earth and genuine. She created a safe environment for us to share our questions and experiences. Really enjoyed having her!
After attending the antenatal classes i felt confident, well prepared and excited for my birth and new journey ahead. Ally, thank you for holding a judgment-free and warm space for us!
I appreciated that Ally shared multiple different experiences and perspectives on things like feeding, labour and sleeping. I recommend her highly!
I really enjoyed these classes and am very happy Ally was the facilitator! I feel very informed and ready to go into parenthood as a first time mum 🙂 thanks Ally!
Anonymous testimonials from end-of-course feedback forms
Parent Groups
The Entwined Parents Groups are a lightly facilitated space for you to connect with other parents, gain support and build confidence.
These groups are parent focused, providing you with a safe non-judgemental space to talk openly about all parts of parenting and life. These are safe and inclusive spaces designed to be adaptable to those attending.
Each week we share our highs and lows before diving deep into a set topic that will help you realise you aren’t alone in your parenting journey. Starting with pregnancy and birth we then wind our way through various topics from “mum guilt” and “mum rage” to relationship changes and generational differences…and so much more. These open conversations help you build connection through shared experiences with the aim of finishing the 6 weeks with a new village of support.
Run over 6 consecutive Tuesdays at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre, these groups are aimed at parents of newborn to premobile (not yet on the move) babies and cost $85. We also offer koha/gifted sessions if money is a barrier to you accessing our groups- all you have to do is ask.
The Entwined Parents Groups are a lightly facilitated space for you to connect with other parents, gain support and build confidence.
These groups are parent focused, providing you with a safe non-judgemental space to talk openly about all parts of parenting and life. These are safe and inclusive spaces designed to be adaptable to those attending.
Each week we share our highs and lows before diving deep into a set topic that will help you realise you aren’t alone in your parenting journey. Starting with pregnancy and birth we then wind our way through various topics from “mum guilt” and “mum rage” to relationship changes and generational differences…and so much more. These open conversations help you build connection through shared experiences with the aim of finishing the 6 weeks with a new village of support.
Run over 6 consecutive Tuesdays at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre, these groups are aimed at parents of newborn to premobile (not yet on the move) babies and cost $85. We also offer koha/gifted sessions if money is a barrier to you accessing our groups- all you have to do is ask.
Parent Group Testimonials
It was real & raw with space to celebrate the wins & acknowledge the lows of motherhood – with the reassurance that we were all feeling or had felt the same thing! Highly recommend.
Ally is absolutely amazing and created a warm judgment free environment. I Also think it’s really wonderful that Ally offers Koha places for this course so there isn’t a barrier to support for those who really need it.
The topics/gentle prompts we had each week really helped me feel heard. The group gave me something to look forward to, and a chance to reflect kindly upon myself during this really tough phase of becoming a mum.
The safe space she held for us to come together and share our experiences and learn from each other was a huge part of my postpartum recovery and I looked forward to it every week!
Anonymous testimonials from end-of-course feedback forms