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Professional development webinar:
Matrescence and maternal mental health
This two hour online webinar is designed for anyone working with mothers who would like to learn more about matrescence — the transition into motherhood.
If you are a midwife, this webinar counts towards Midwifery Council education hours.
The webinar is focused on the psychological and emotional journey women go through during their unique experience of motherhood, and is delivered by registered psychologist Christina Bond.
The workshop content is relatable, and provides you with language to normalise and validate your client’s experiences as they transition to parenthood. We share evidence-based research on changes and challenges women and mothers face throughout pregnancy and postpartum. This content aims to enhance perinatal mental health and support maternal flourishing.
Cost: $179 per person
Webinar content:
A unique framework to conceptualise matrescence
Common changes and challenges of matrescence
Protective and risk factors for common perinatal mental illness
Causes of maternal distress
Signs and symptoms of perinatal distress
Screening tools and referral options
5 protective pillars
Strategies to use with clients
How to use this knowledge to support your clients.
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Location: Online via Zoom
9.00am - 11.00am, Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Facilitator: Christina Bond
PGDipPsycPrac, MSc, MBM, PGDipHSc, PGCertNFPM, BA (Hons)
Christina is a Mum and registered psychologist who has worked in the mental health sector for over 10 years. Christina specialises in providing therapy antenatally and postpartum for parents. Christina has a great passion for early intervention, education and prevention and enjoys designing and delivering professional development workshops to enhance maternal wellbeing. Christina completed her Master’s degree in emotional regulation.