Comprehensive care for
your growing family
THURSDAYS AT HOPE ISLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Welcome!
We understand how precious your time is, especially when you're a parent.
That's why we've created a unique clinic where both you and your baby can receive expert attention in one visit.
By working together as a Specialist GP and Lactation Consultant, we can address a wide range of concerns, all in one convenient appointment.
This integrated approach enables us to provide support and advice that works for you and your family.
It's about making your health journey smoother, easier, more comfortable, and truly focused on the wellbeing of both you and your little one.
Join us and experience the difference of one visit, two experts!
Here are some examples of what we can help with
Milk Feeding
- Breast and Bottle feeding
- Breast pain & damage
- Supply concerns
- Feeding difficulties
- Tongue ties
Sleep and settling
- Understanding your Baby's needs
- Unsettled Babies
- Frequent night waking
- Cat napping and contact naps
- Safe Sleep including co-sleeping
Baby Health
- Health checks and immunisation
- Growth concerns
- Allergy, intolerance & gut concerns
- Developmental assessments
- General Baby care advice
Mumma Wellness
- Staying well in pregnancy
- Post birth checks
- Mental health
- Fatigue and depletion
- Practical parenting advice
Older Babies + Toddlers
- Starting solids
- Weaning from milk feeds
- Development & behaviour
- Sleep changes and transitions
- Returning to work and daycare
Preparing for Baby
- Antenatal expression of colostrum
- Preparing for breastfeeding
- Setting up for Baby
- Personalised education
- Group classes (coming soon)
MUMS GROUP SESSIONS COMING SOON!
Click here and we'll let you know when they startMum and Baby Clinic Bookings
Please complete this form so we can tailor an appointment to suit your needs.
About us
Dr Frances Knight
Dr Frances is a Specialist GP and Mum of 4, passionate about supporting Mums to thrive at all stages of their journey. She has extended skills in Women's Health and Paediatrics and provides full GP services at Hope Island Medical Centre.
Instagram @drfrancesknight
Shona Cassels
Shona is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Parenting Expert. With her children now grown, she brings a wealth of experience to the clinic. She volunteers for the Australian Breastfeeding Association and has a clinic in Ashmore.
Instagram @shonaibclc
