Melissa Bird

Hi there! It’s me, Melissa!

I am the founder and lover of Little Bird Flies. I am a registered nurse/midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), certified international doula, childbirth educator, optimal maternal positions and pelvic alignment ambassador. I have a background in somatic and holistic practices, nurturing the nervous system and working with previous birth trauma. I also spend time mentoring young midwives and aspiring doulas.

I live and breathe birth, the nurturing of women and creating community for mothers and birthworkers. I work in the space of healing and unravelling throughout pregnancy so that you can enter motherhood with unwaivering confidence, self-love and power.

Every woman has the capacity to bring their baby earth-side with complete trust and knowing in their body, sometimes it just takes a little loving guidance.

As a midwife of 9 years and as a doula who has studied and experienced a range of holistic practices, I draw on a blend of ancient traditions and evidence-based information to bring individualised support to every woman and family I work with, no matter where they are at on their journey. I see the importance of addressing all aspects of the birthing journey, ensuring mum is prepared physicially, emotionally and psychospiritually. I am constantly immersing myself in the latest evidence from around the world and delving deep into the practices of ancient and indigenous cultures. I like to work with both eastern and western practices of medicine whilst deeply listening to the individual and their needs.

I offer Hypnobirthing Australia’s 2 day Positive Birth Course, as well as prenatal and postpartum guidance consultations, individualised full-spectrum doula support (pregnancy, birth and postpartum), individualised breastfeeding consults, bespoke consultations and birth trauma debriefing and support. I provide both in-person and online support so that anyone, anywhere in the world has the opportunity for empowered pregnancy, birth and postpartum education and guidance with me.

Professional Training and Qualifications

Registered Nurse/Midwife, 2014
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), 2023
Spinal Flow Practitioner Certification, 2024
Certified Hypnobirthing Australia Practitioner, 2019
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist- 100hr Lactation Consultant Enriched Training Course.
Internationally Certified Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum Doula, 2021
Optimal Maternal Positions Ambassador, 2019
The Thompson Method
Tantric Birth: The art of Sacred Sexuality with Naoli Vinaver, 2023
Holding Ceremony and Sacred Space with Kin of the Fiain Danu, 2023
Loka Yoka Breathwork Teacher Training, 2023
Internal Family Systems Informed, IFS Circle (in-training)

    
 
 
        
   Sarah Howard 
 2023-12-29
 
 
  My partner and I attended the two day hypnobirthing workshop with Mel to learn the tools we needed for a positive birth. From day one Mel was so friendly and welcoming and outlined what would be covered over the two days. Mel is also a midwife so this was very beneficial having this wealth of  knowledge when guiding couples through what to expect and also to use her own experiences when giving information based on best practice. Mels calm and beautiful nature set up for an amazing two days. She will guide you through the stages of labour and breastfeeding but also immerse you into deep meditations for bonding with your baby all whilst including Dad/Partner. We loved using different tools from hypnobirthing taught by Mel including anchor, soft touch massage, facilitating position changes in pregnancy and labour, positive affirmations and partners holding the birthing space.
My partner walked away from the course confident, well informed and ready to support me in labour without fear.
The use of Hypnobirthing and the education provided by Mel played a pivotal role in my birthing story.
I highly recommend all couples book in for this amazing course run by such a compassionate and knowledgeable Midwife. It will set you both up to be well informed and able to make decisions and intentions for your birth experience. Having these tools and education is golden and so powerful for your birth and postpartum journey. Thankyou so much again Mel for being a part of our journey.
  
 
       
   Ash 
 2023-12-12
 
 
  Amazing experience! My partner and I both thoroughly enjoyed the classes and learnt so much! Mel has such a wealth of knowledge across so many areas bringing the practice and theory together so nicely and easy to understand. I'm so glad I am embarking on the hypnobirthing pathway thanks to Mel's education and allow my trust in my body. I would highly recommend to anyone considering hypnobirthing!! 😊
  
 
       
   Keira Lee 
 2023-12-10
 
 
  Hi, it’s me, Ziggy! Mel helped my Mum birth me 4 weeks ago! My Mum and Dad couldn’t have done it without the support of Mel! They learnt so much through the hypnobirthing classes and Mel helped us prepare our Birthing Plan. The course gave us confidence and knowledge to plan for a physiological birth.

After labouring for the majority of time at home with Mel, I was born calmly in the water at the Hospital, and swam in to my Mum’s arms. It was magical because of the space Mel created - my Mum felt empowered and safe throughout my birth.

Mel’s post birth and lactation support has helped my Mum breastfeed me - and I love to feed!

My Mum and Dad highly, highly recommend Mel who has gone above and beyond to support us and has been in constant communication throughout our pregnancy and since I have been here for the last 4 weeks.

Why can’t you give one million stars, five is not nearly enough! Love from Ziggy (and Keira)
  
 
       
   Christina Panagopoulos 
 2023-12-08
 
 
  Pleaaaase book in with Melissa for your hypnobirthing course and other needs! The course was absolutely incredible and invaluable. The benefit of Melissa also being a midwife means that you will get great info about the medical system on top of all the beautiful hypnobirthing teachings, to really help you make informed decisions. I’m so excited to give birth now, I feel prepared and I trust my body. It was especially helpful for my husband to lean into his role as my birth partner and the important role he plays as well. Loved it !!
  
 
       
   Caitlin Watson 
 2023-12-05
 
 
  Mel has been absolutely amazing in supporting me with breastfeeding - she came to my home a few weeks before my buba arrived, and in the first week after his birth. My breastfeeding has been so different this time around and so far everything is looking great! Mel keeps checking in and giving lots of amazing tips, referrals and encouragement!!

Can’t thank you enough ❤️
  
 
       
   Gemma Munro 
 2023-12-05
 
 
  My husband and I attended Mel’s hypnobirthing classes and we both absolutely loved the experience. Mel has such a lovely and welcoming presence and is incredibly knowledgeable about pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding. We felt comfortable to ask anything and everything, and left feeling much more informed and empowered about our options. I can’t recommend Mel’s classes highly enough!
  
 
       
   Thérèse Pereira 
 2023-12-04
 
 
  Melissa's course was fantastic. She gave us the knowledge and confidence we needed to advocate for ourselves throughout a difficult labour experience.
  
 
       
   Nicolas Rosenvasser 
 2023-12-04
 
 
  Mel is a beautiful soul. She dropped into our home birth last minute to sub in for another midwife, full of love and nurture, and supported us to birth the placenta and initiate breastfeeding. We couldn't have asked for anyone better to support us through our baby's first moments. Mel was gentle and kind in the moment we needed that the most. We were very lucky to have her be part of our team, and will definitely be reaching out to have her around for our next child.
You can't go wrong having Mel be a part of your village, make sure you reach out to her.

Thank you Mel for being a part of one of the most important moments of our lives, you hold a dear place in our hearts!
  
 
       
   Marita Hanscamp 
 2023-12-04
 
 
  Mel had such a wealth of knowledge delivering the hypnobirthing course. It really helped us achieve the birth we wanted even when things didn't go as planned.
  
 
       
   Cassie Prezioso 
 2023-12-04