holistic
midwifery
skills
workshop
Atherton Tablelands FNQ
29th August 2025
Reconnecting with the roots of midwifery
Whether you work in hospitals or private practice, you’ve likely felt the quiet ache for something more. The skills to support a woman when birth challenges arise, or to offer her something beyond pharmacological pain relief.
What women need is connection.
If you have:
• A desire to bring your hands back into your work
• A longing to feel deeply resourced, not only in what you know, but in how you hold
• A call to support women in a way that feels connected, sacred, intuitive, and confident
This circle is for midwives, doulas, birth keepers and birthing women ready to return to heart-centred, holistic practices.
What we will explore together…
During this one-day immersion, you’ll learn practical, hands-on skills grounded in traditional midwifery and womb-centred care:
The Art of the Rebozo - To support release, connection, and physical relief in pregnancy and labour.
Foundational Belly Binding Techniques - To nurture postpartum healing, offer womb support, and bring comfort during pregnancy.
Gentle Techniques for Optimal Fetal Positioning - To help reduce interventions and promote gentler, more easeful births.
These embodied tools can profoundly transform your practice. They offer deeper connection, greater confidence, and grounded skill. Whether you’ve worked in birth for decades or are just beginning, this circle will meet you where you are and support your growth.
How you will feel
You’ll leave this circle not only with new techniques, but with:
~A stronger sense of confidence in your hands on support
~A deeper connection to your purpose and why you chose this path
~Practical skills to support birth physiology in any setting
~A feeling of being replenished, supported, and seen
This is the kind of learning that stays with you, not just in your mind, but in your hands.
held by sacred land - welcome to sorelle
Our circle will be held at Sorelle, the Land of the Seven Sisters; a matriarchal sanctuary nestled on the lush Atherton Tablelands.
Created and stewarded by Tanya, Earth midwife, matriarch, and woman of deep devotion, this sacred space is a living altar to the care of women and the Earth. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the land holding you.
Anchored in ancestral reverence, placenta earthings, guardian trees, and sacred Ancestor fire circles, this land remembers and it will help you remember too.
optional extras
Sauna
After our circle, you’re invited to stay and share in a 30-minute private sauna beneath the Seven Sisters Grove.
This traditional Scandinavian-style barrel sauna rests along a river stone path beneath towering fig trees, with sweeping views of farmland and sacred mountains. Cool off under an open-air copper shower flowing from an avocado tree. Let fire, water, and earth restore and revive you.
Limited to 4 people per session. First booked, first served. 8 spaces available.
$35 per person. Reserve your sauna HERE.
Extra Support for Your Integration
By attending in person, you’ll also receive:
Bonus Access to my online masterclass Sacred Support: The Foundations of Belly Binding, valued at $210, to continue exploring and integrating the teachings at your own pace.
Bonus 10% discount on artisan-woven fajas and rebozos, available to purchase on the day. These tools are sourced directly from traditional artisans, honouring the wisdom keepers of this work.
Need to Stay Overnight?
Onsite camping may be available at Sorelle. Please reach out directly if you’d like to stay on the land.
Or, treat yourself to a night in The Mother’s Temple.
What past students say:
“Sitting in circle is definitey my favourite style of learning. women sharing with women through shared experience and storytelling. thank you so much sarah for holding this space for us and sharing your knowledge''
Erin, Doula
“Thank you so much for all you shared today. i took a lot away and feel fresh hope for birthing women after spending time with likeminded birth workers who strive to make a difference''
Jenn, Midwife
"Your passion and wisdom is radiant. you glow and your eyes speak so much about your purpose''
Leah, Student midwife
For the journey ahead: Gentle answers before you arrive
Can I use these skills in a hospital setting?
Absolutely. I find this is when I need to call on these tools even more. These practices are adaptable, even more women with a epidural. They support physiological birth, reduce interventions, and foster deeper connection with the women you care for.
What if I’m new to these practices?
Perfect. This circle is for all levels of experience. You’ll be guided step-by-step in a supportive, non-judgemental space.
Is it appropriate for me to be learning and offering these practices if I am not connected to these traditional cultures?
This work is rooted in recognition, respect, and reciprocity for the cultures and women who have passed this wisdom on. These teachings reflect a collective remembering of women’s wisdom across many cultures and generations.
In the spirit of reciprocity, 10% of all sales from this circle will be donated to The Midwife Project, a grassroots initiative in Guatemala supporting the continuation of traditional Maya midwifery.
All rebozos and belly binds available for purchase are sourced directly from local artisans in Mexico and Guatemala, honouring their cultural lineage and ensuring fair wages.
What if I can’t afford the full payment right now?
No problem. You can pay in instalments using Afterpay at checkout, allowing you to spread the cost over time.
Is this a large event? Will I get personal guidance?
The circle is intentionally kept intimate so everyone has space to ask questions, practise the skills, and receive personal attention. Booking early also ensures you receive your bonuses and a spot for the sauna.
What if I work on call and can’t commit in advance?
Oh don’t I know this feeling! If this applies to you, please reach out to me directly and we’ll find a way forward.
Connect HERE.
What if I don’t have my own rebozo or belly bind?
No problems! You’ll be able to use a selection of beautiful, artisan-woven tools on the day. If you feel called to bring one home, you’ll receive 10% off all purchases made at the circle. Cash preferred.
what to bring
To feel comfortable and supported throughout the day, please bring:
~A yoga mat or cushions to sit comfortably on the ground
~Comfortable clothes you can move and stretch in
~A drink bottle to stay hydrated
~A notepad and pen for any reflections or notes
~A plate of food to share for our communal lunch
Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.
If you have your own rebozo or belly bind, feel free to bring them along
If you’ve booked the sauna, please also bring:
~Swimwear
~A small towel to sit on
~A large towel to dry off
Ready to join?
Date: 29th August 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Optional fire & sauna until 6:00 PM
Location: Sorelle, Atherton Tablelands, Far North Queensland
Investment: $240 AUD
Payment options: Afterpay available
Optional Sauna Booking — $35