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
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
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)

Talia Zucker

2023-06-16

We got so much out of this weekend workshop. We really didn't know what to expect, but Melissa was a wonderful teacher and stepped us through the whole labour process giving us insight into the various pathways. She equipped us with exercises, tools and options at each stage of the process. I certainly feel much calmer and more equipped going into the final few weeks of pregnancy. Highly recommend!

Kelly Shannon

2023-06-14

When I first heard about hypnobirthing I thought I'd maybe learn a few techniques on feeling less fearful of labour and some recommendations on what to take to the hospital to help with a relaxing birth. I learnt so much more than expected! I'm not only feeling less fearful and less anxious about labour and birth but I'm actually excited for my birth experience and being that in touch with my body and meeting my baby for the first time. I feel closer and more in sync with my partner because of the sessions and we're both so glad we took the class. We are more knowledgeable and prepared than we ever thought we'd be. The meditations have also helped us to be relaxed in general, not just when thinking about labour and birth. I would highly recommend hynobirthing classes with Mel to anyone who is wanting a relaxing and positive labour and birthing experience.

Maya Aleksandra | Naturopath

2023-04-13

We did hypnobirthing with Mel a couple of years ago in preparation for birthing our little girl - it was just the most informative, special time those sessions and we will be forever grateful for the space she held for us 🙏

Georgie Brown

2023-04-13

Mel is a wealth of knowledge and she’s just soo easy to get along with and makes me feel so comfortable! I would highly recommend her classes for anyone wanting to feel more secure, empowered and prepared ahead of birth.

Vicki Zhang

2023-04-13

If you’re pregnant then you have to book in your hypnobirthing class with Mel! She is just the best. Mel’s classes were just so detailed, practical and easy for me and my husband to follow. They were interactive and fun and I just love how much thought she put into each session. My birth wasn’t easy but the strategies that my husband and I learnt off Mel in our classes honestly made the world of difference and even though it was tough I had a really positive experience with my birth. Not only was she so supportive during my pregnancy but she also offered support for me when I was struggling post delivery too! Thank you so much Mel!

loren whitefield

2023-04-12

My partner and I completed a 2 day hypnobirthing course with Mel last year and we loved it! Mel is full of knowledge in so many areas and although alot of the content of the course was familiar to me, my partner and I learnt alot about how we can work as a team leading up to and on our big day. Mel supported me to self advocate within the hospital system and provided many tools that supported us in our journey. I'm so grateful to have met such a beautiful soul in this season of my life. If I could give her more stars I would! Highly recommend ! Xx

Jasmine Luong, previously Kouch

2023-04-04

Just completed a private hypnobirthing course with Mel (4x 3 hr sessions at our home) and she was absolutely incredible. She absolutely reassured us on what to expect at each stage of the labour and birthing process and completely empowered us to have the most positive experience possible. My husband is feeling confident and prepared as well on how to advocate for me, which I feel is so important. We are so incredibly grateful for her passion, her knowledge and love for her job and I am honestly just trying to think of ways to keep her around hahaha. Thanks again Mel x

Emma Balchin

2023-03-31

My partner and I did a weekend workshop and absolutely loved it. We both feel so much more prepared for the birth and learnt so many techniques to make it a positive experience. Mel is also lovely - would highly recommend her workshops to expecting parents!

Tiani O'Neill

2023-03-28

Mel is amazing and so educated, the hypnobirthing class was really insightful to both me and my partner. I am looking forward to birth (I say that now) and the whole class was a great experience, very personal and not too many couples. We really loved how Mel is a practicing midwife and uses her experience to make the class 10 times more informative and empowering

Christine Diaz

2023-01-21

I reached out to Mel when I was in hospital due to a few complications in pregnancy and wanted some extra advice. Throughout my chats with mel, she was the most calming, empathetic person whilst as the same time being an incredible wealth of knowledge. She was able to listen to and validate my concerns in a way I wished many doctors had during my hospital stay. I felt like Mel held space for me and I left feeling empowered in my choices and with some really amazing knowledge as to how to move forward with the best intentions for both mine and my babies health!