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The fourth trimester is the first three months after birth - a time of profound change, recovery and discovery as you and your baby adjust to life together outside the womb. It’s a period that’s often overlooked, yet it’s just as important as pregnancy and birth itself.

At Fourth Midwifery, our focus is on nurturing you through this tender transition. We provide compassionate, personalised postnatal care in the comfort of your home - supporting your physical recovery, feeding journey, emotional wellbeing and confidence as you move through parenthood. Whether you’re experiencing feeding challenges, sleep deprivation, identity shifts or simply need reassurance - we’re here to guide you gently, hold your hand, answer your questions and truly listen, every step of the way.

WELCOME TO FOURTH MIDWIFERY -
WE’RE SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE.

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NURTURE

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FLOURISH

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THRIVE

* NURTURE * FLOURISH * THRIVE

Fourth offers personalised antenatal and postnatal support designed to meet you where you are. From preparing for the weeks after birth, to in-home postnatal visits and one-off support when things feel overwhelming, care is flexible, unrushed and centred around you and your baby.

Support for you, through
the fourth trimester.

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“My mission is to hold space for women - ensuring they feel seen, heard, and deeply supported as they move through one of life’s most transformative seasons.”

Hi! I’m Sophie - a Registered Nurse and Midwife. I’m passionate about informed choice and providing calm, personalised care through continuity of support. My aim is to empower women and families with knowledge and reassurance, helping them feel confident and validated as they move through late pregnancy and early parenthood.

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  • TESTIMONIALS

    “ I am so happy that our path crossed with Sophie! We feel so lucky to have had her support at the end of the pregnancy and into our postnatal period. Soph has a real gift and I can tell from my experience alone how much of an impact she would have on so many women's lives as they bring their babies earthside. Right from the start, Soph made me feel reassured and confident. My partner and I are SO happy Soph was a part of our journey, it's something we will never forget and are so thankful for. She is an amazing human and midwife, we’d recommend her to anyone!”

    - Brooke M

  • TESTIMONIALS

    “ We feel so lucky to have been cared for by Sophie in our first few days and weeks as a new family of three. We are so grateful to Sophie for sharing her wealth of knowledge with us as we were learning so much about becoming parents. We took note of all her practical advice which supported us to form some good habits in caring for our baby (particularly soothing & swaddling!) 
    Her patience, kindness, and willingness to listen without judgement will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful for her support”  

    - Lucy S 

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    “ I found it so easy to connect with Sophie from the very first time we met! This made me feel incredibly comforted as we navigated the end of our pregnancy and the journey into parenthood. We had a few issues arise with our baby in the weeks following the birth, having her guidance and support during this time was worth more than any amount of money to us. Grateful from the bottom of our hearts” 

    - Grace T 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Fourth Midwifery is for pregnant and postnatal people seeking calm, evidence-based education and support alongside their existing healthcare. Our services are designed to complement the care you receive from your hospital, GP or obstetric provider - offering extra time, continuity and personalised support during pregnancy and the fourth trimester. 

    Fourth proudly provides LGBTQIA+ inclusive care and welcomes all families. 

    This service is especially suited to first-time parents, those who may not have a strong support network or “village” around them, and families who feel unsure or overwhelmed navigating healthcare options. It’s also ideal for anyone who experienced a difficult or traumatic previous birth and would like additional support this time around. 

    Fourth is for those who value clear, balanced information without fear-based messaging, and who want to feel genuinely heard, seen and supported as they navigate pregnancy and the early postnatal period. 

  • Every family’s needs are different, and there’s no “one size fits all” approach to postnatal care.

    If you’re looking for gentle preparation and light-touch support, Seed is ideal - offering antenatal education and a postnatal phone consult for early reassurance.

    If you’d like in-home support after birth, Nurture provides foundational care with one postnatal visit to support feeding, settling, newborn growth, and your recovery.

    Flourish is perfect for families wanting extra continuity, with two postnatal visits allowing more time for ongoing guidance and adjustment.

    For those seeking deeper, ongoing support through the early postpartum period, Thrive offers true continuity with three postnatal home visits, providing space for follow-up, emotional support, and a gentler transition into life with your baby.

    If you’re unsure which option feels right, you’re always welcome to reach out - I’m happy to help you choose a package that best supports you and your growing family.

  • We service the Adelaide Hills and a 20km radius from the Adelaide CBD for a once off travel fee of $30

  • Unfortunately not. Fourth Midwifery does not attend births or provide hospital-based care. Fourth Midwifery is here to guide you through a brief period of your antenatal journey and to support and nurture you once your baby is here. We are not affiliated with the hospital system and do not provide intrapartum care.

  • Fourth Midwifery provides education and general guidance only. The information shared is not a substitute for personalised medical care and does not replace advice from your own healthcare provider.

  • No. Fourth Midwifery resources are designed to complement - not replace care from your healthcare team.

  • For enquiries, please use the contact form on our website. Fourth Midwifery does not provide individual medical advice via social media.

  • Once your package is confirmed, an invoice will be sent via email to secure your booking. Payment can be made via bank transfer.

    We understand that preparing for a new baby can come with many expenses, so we’re happy to offer flexible payment options, including the ability to split your package into four instalments during pregnancy.

    If you’d like to arrange a payment plan, just let us know - we’re always happy to work with you to make support accessible.