About Caitlin Gard

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Originally from Adelaide, I came to Cairns in 2017 and never left. I live with my husband, daughter and 2 dogs in Trinity Beach. I enjoy lifting heavy objects, walking, reading and starting (but not necessarily finishing) various craft projects.

I have been a midwife since 2016 and have spent the majority of my career providing continuity of care to the families of Cairns. Attending birth in the community has always been where my heart lies and I'm so appreciative to be granted the privilege of walking alongside you on this incredible journey.

Pregnancy and birth is a powerful, vulnerable and transformational transition. During matrescence, the impact of a mothers physical, emotional and spiritual health on the short and long term wellbeing of her and her family cannot be underestimated. Midwifery continuity of care has continuously been shown to support all facets of a mothers health and improve outcomes for both mothers and babies. All women deserve to meet their baby being empowered by their birth and feeling confident in their abilities as a mother.

I strongly believe in informed autonomy and the innate wisdom of you and your baby. In my practice I am passionate about education, intuitive care, physiological birth, mother-baby attachment and breastfeeding.